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DS-3
© 2010 Fellowes, Inc. Part No. 404124
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OPERATION
Model DS-3
See safety instructions below
SafeSense ® Technology (yellow)
PAPER
Safe Sense ® override switch
Auto-On ( ) Off Reverse (R)
Continuous operation: 4-5-minute maximum
Press Auto-On ( )
NOTE: Shredder runs briefly after each pass to clear entry. Continuous operation beyond 4-5-minutes will trigger 20-minute cool down period.
Feed into paper entry and release
CARD
Press Auto-On ( )
Feed into paper entry and release
TROUBLESHOOTING
Shredder doesn’t start:
Paper jam: Set to Off (O), remove shredder head and empty bin. Replace shredder head, and follow any or all of the below procedures.
Yellow - SafeSense ® active
Yellow flashing - SafeSense ® not active
Make sure head is on basket correctly
Breakthrough Safety Technology! SafeSense ® stops shredding when hands are too close to the opening.
Wait 20 minutes for motor to cool down
— To Test SafeSense ® Technology
SET-UP
Place head on basket as shown: Disconnect power switch must be in ON ( I ) position to operate shredder.
Press Auto-On ( )
CAPABILITIES
Will shred: Paper, small paper clips, credit cards and staples
Will not shred: Continuous forms, adhesive labels, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard, large paper clips, laminates or plastic other than noted above
Paper shred size: Cross-Cut.......................................................................... 5/32” x 2” (3.9 x 50mm)
Maximum: Sheets per pass (Cross-Cut)..................................................................................10* Cards per pass........................................................................................................ 1 Passes per day................................................................................................ 10-20 Paper width.............................................................................................9”/229mm Continuous operation.............................................................................. 4-5 minutes
- 20 lb., 8.5”x11” paper at 120v, 60 Hz, 3.8Amps; heavier paper, humidity or other than rated voltage may reduce capacity.
Fellowes SafeSense ® shredders are designed to be operated in home and office environments ranging between 50 – 80 degrees Fahrenheit (10 – 26 degrees Celsius) and 40
- 80% relative humidity.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS — Read Before Using!
- Keep away from children and pets. Keep hands away from paper entry. Always unplug when not in use.
- Never use aerosol, petroleum-based or other flammable products on or near shredder. Do not use canned air on shredder.
- Keep foreign objects – gloves, jewelry, clothing, hair, etc.– away from shredder openings. If object enters top opening, 15 press and hold Reverse (R) to back out object.
- Do not use if damaged or defective. Do not open shredder head. Do not place near or over heat or water source.
- 10 sheets per pass to avoid jams.
- Avoid touching exposed blades under Cross-Cut shredder head.
- The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Press and hold Reverse (R) 2-3 seconds
Alternate slowly back and forth
Gently pull uncut paper from paper entry. Plug in.
Set to Off (O) and unplug
ATTENTION: If the SafeSense ® light remains on, you must engage the SafeSense ® feature. (See SafeSense ® instructions below.)
Remove and empty basket
Press and hold Reverse (R)
Override Switch in order to perform steps above. Once the jam is cleared, reset the
Sensor light illuminated–paper jammed
SafeSense ® paper jam: If the SafeSense ® feature activates (SafeSense ® light remains on) to cause the user to think the shredder has jammed when it has not, use the Override Switch to deactivate the SafeSense ® feature and clear the paper. Warning – when switch is in override position, the SafeSense ® light will flash and the SafeSense ® feature will NOT function. Once the paper is cleared, reset the SafeSense ® feature.
SafeSense ® override switch
MAINTENANCE
Run regularly in reverse for one minute
Oil when bin is full, or immediately, if:
- Capacity decreases
- Motor sounds different, or Shredder stops running
Follow oiling procedure below and repeat twice.
- Apply oil Press Auto-On ( ) Shred one sheet across entry
- Only use a non-aerosol vegetable oil in long nozzle container such as Fellowes 35250
Press and hold Reverse (R) 2-3 seconds
WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY Fellowes, Inc. (“Fellowes”) warrants the cutting blades of the machine to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 3 years from the date of purchase by the original consumer. Fellowes warrants all other parts of the machine to be free of defects in material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase by the original consumer. If any part is found to be defective during the warranty period, your sole and exclusive remedy will be repair or replacement, at Fellowes’ option and expense, of the defective part. This warranty does not apply in cases of abuse, mishandling, or unauthorized repair. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY, INCLUDING THAT OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE APPROPRIATE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. In no event shall Fellowes be liable for any consequential or incidental damages attributable to this product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. The duration, terms, and conditions of this warranty are valid worldwide, except where different limitations, restrictions, or conditions may be required by local law. For more details or to obtain service under this warranty, please contact us or your dealer.
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Quick start
- Place the shredder head on the basket. The disconnect power switch must be in the ON (I) position.
- Press Auto-On.
- Feed paper (up to 10 sheets) or one card into the paper entry and release.
- The shredder runs briefly after each pass to clear the entry.
- Limit continuous operation to 4-5 minutes; going beyond triggers a 20-minute cool-down.
- Oil when the bin is full, following the oiling procedure twice.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Shredder doesn't start | The head is not seated on the basket correctly, or the motor has overheated. | Make sure the head is on the basket correctly. If it has been running continuously, wait 20 minutes for the motor to cool down. Page 3 |
| Paper jam | Too much paper fed at once (the manual advises 10 sheets per pass to avoid jams). | Set to Off, remove the head and empty the bin. Press and hold Reverse (R) 2-3 seconds and alternate slowly back and forth. If needed, set to Off and unplug, gently pull uncut paper from the entry, plug in and press and hold Reverse. Page 3 |
| SafeSense light stays on as if the shredder were jammed | SafeSense has activated even though the shredder is not jammed. | Use the SafeSense override switch to deactivate the feature and clear the paper (the light flashes and SafeSense will not work in override). Reset SafeSense once the paper is cleared. Page 3 |
| Capacity decreases, motor sounds different or the shredder stops | The cutters need oil. | Oil immediately: apply oil across the entry, press Auto-On and shred one sheet, then press and hold Reverse 2-3 seconds. Repeat twice. Page 3 |
Frequently asked questions
How many sheets does the DS-3 shred at once?
Up to 10 sheets of 20 lb., 8.5 in. x 11 in. paper per pass, or 1 card per pass. See page 3.
How long can the DS-3 run?
Continuous operation is 4-5 minutes maximum. Running longer triggers a 20-minute cool-down period. See page 3.
What shred size does it produce?
Cross-cut particles of 5/32 in. x 2 in. (3.9 x 50mm). See page 3.
What can the DS-3 shred?
Paper, small paper clips, credit cards and staples. It will not shred continuous forms, adhesive labels, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard, large paper clips or laminates. See page 3.
How do I oil the DS-3?
Apply non-aerosol vegetable oil (such as Fellowes 35250) across the entry, press Auto-On and shred one sheet, then press and hold Reverse 2-3 seconds. Repeat twice. See page 3.
