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POWERSHRED 60Cs
Please read these instructions before use. Do not discard: keep for future reference.
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ENGLISH
Model 60Cs
KEY
A. Shredder head
E. Bin
B. Paper/credit card entry F. Disconnect power switch
C. SafeSense ® Technology
1. OFF
D. Window
2. ON
G. See safety instructions
H. Control switch and LEDs
1. Auto-On (green)
2. OFF
3. Reverse
4. Overheat (red)
5. SafeSense ® (yellow)
CAPABILITIES
Will shred: Paper, credit cards, small paper clips and staples Will not shred: Continuous forms, CD/DVDs, adhesive labels, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard, large paper clips, laminates, file folders, X-rays or plastic other than noted above
Paper shred size: Cross-Cut...........................................................................5/32 in. x 2 in. (4mm x 50mm)
Maximum: Sheets per pass............................................................................................................ 10* Cards/CDs per pass........................................................................................................ 1* Paper entry width.........................................................................................9 in. (230mm)
- 8.5 in. x11 in., 20lb., (75g) paper at 120V/60 Hz, 3.5Amps; heavier paper, humidity or other than rated voltage may reduce capacity. Maximum recommended daily usage rates:
100 sheets; 5 credit cards. 10 sheets per pass.
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!
- Operation, maintenance, and service requirements are covered in the instruction manual. Read the entire instruction manual before operating shredders.
- Keep away from children and pets. Keep hands away from paper entry. Always set to off or unplug when not in use.
- Keep foreign objects – gloves, jewelry, clothing, hair, etc. – away from shredder openings. If object enters top opening, switch to Reverse ( ) to back out object.
- Never use aerosol products, petroleum based lubricants or other flammable products on or near shredder. Do not use canned air on shredder.
- Do not use if damaged or defective. Do not disassemble shredder. Do not place near or over heat source or water.
- This shredder has a Disconnect Power Switch (F) that must be in the ON ( –) position to operate shredder. In case of emergency, move switch to OFF (O) position. This action will stop shredder immediately.
- Avoid touching exposed cutting blades under shredder head.
- Shredder must be plugged into a properly grounded wall outlet or socket of the voltage and amperage designated on the label. The grounded outlet or socket must be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. Energy converters, transformers, or extension cords should not be used with this product.
- FIRE HAZARD – Do NOT shred greeting cards with sound chips or batteries.
- For indoor use only.
- Unplug shredder before cleaning or servicing.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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BASIC SHREDDING OPERATION
PAPER/CARD
Continuous operation: Up to 6 minute maximum NOTE: Shredder runs briefly after each pass to clear entry. Continuous operation beyond 6-minutes will trigger 30-minute cool down period.
Plug in and put disconnect power switch in ON (–) position
Set to Auto-On (
Feed paper/card straight into paper entry and release
When finished shredding set to OFF ( )
ADVANCED PRODUCT FEATURES
SAFESENSE ® TECHNOLOGY
Stops shredding immediately when hands touch the paper opening.
SET-UP AND TESTING
Set to Auto-On ( ) to activate SafeSense ®
Touch test area and look for the SafeSense ® indicator to illuminate
SafeSense ® is active and working properly
BASIC PRODUCT MAINTENANCE
FOLLOW OILING PROCEDURE BELOW AND REPEAT TWICE
OILING SHREDDER
All cross-cut shredders require oil for peak performance. If not oiled, a machine may experience diminished sheet capacity, intrusive noise when shredding and could ultimately stop running. To avoid these problems, we recommend you oil your shredder each time you empty your waste bin.
Set to OFF ( )
- Apply oil across entry
Set to Reverse ( for 2-3 seconds
- Only use a non-aerosol vegetable oil in long nozzle container such as Fellowes 35250
TROUBLESHOOTING
Overheat Indicator: When the Overheat Indicator is illuminated, the shredder has exceeded its maximum operating temperature and needs to cool down. This indicator will remain illuminated and the shredder will not operate for the duration of the recovery time. See Basic Shredding Operation for more information about the continuous operation and recovery time for this shredder.
SafeSense ® Indicator: If hands are too close to the paper entry, the SafeSense ® indicator will illuminate and the shredder will stop shredding.
PAPER JAM
Set to Reverse (
Alternate slowly back and forth
Set to OFF ( ) and unplug
Gently pull uncut paper from paper entry. Plug in.
Set to Auto-On ( ) and resume shredding
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POWERSHRED 60Cs
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
Limited Warranty: Fellowes, Inc. (“Fellowes”) warrants the parts of the machine to be free of defects in material and workmanship and provides service and support for 1 year from the date of purchase by the original consumer. Fellowes warrants the cutting blades of the machine to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 5 years 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, failure to comply with product usage standards, shredder operation using an improper power supply (other than listed on the label), or unauthorized repair. Fellowes reserves the right to charge the consumers for any additional costs
incurred by Fellowes to provide parts or services outside of the country where the shredder is initially sold by an authorized reseller. 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.
Questions or Concerns?
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Quick start
- Plug in: plug the shredder into a grounded outlet and put the disconnect power switch in the ON position.
- Set the control switch: set it to Auto-On.
- Feed the material: feed paper or a card straight into the paper entry and release. Do not exceed 10 sheets per pass.
- Finish: when you are done shredding, set the control switch to OFF.
- Oil the shredder: oil it each time you empty the waste bin, using a non-aerosol vegetable oil across the entry and then Reverse for 2-3 seconds.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Overheat indicator is lit and the shredder will not run | The shredder exceeded its maximum operating temperature | Wait for it to cool down. Continuous operation beyond 6 minutes triggers a 30-minute cool down period. Page 4 |
| SafeSense indicator lights and shredding stops | Hands are too close to the paper entry | Keep hands away from the paper entry. Page 4 |
| Paper jam | Paper is stuck in the paper entry | Set to Reverse and alternate slowly back and forth. Set to OFF and unplug, gently pull uncut paper from the paper entry, plug in, set to Auto-On and resume. Page 4 |
| Reduced sheet capacity, noise, or the shredder stops running | The shredder has not been oiled | Oil it each time you empty the waste bin with a non-aerosol vegetable oil. Page 4 |
| Object enters the top opening | A foreign object went into the paper entry | Switch to Reverse to back out the object. Page 3 |
| Shredder does not run | The disconnect power switch is not in the ON position | Move the disconnect power switch to the ON position. Page 3 |
Frequently asked questions
What can the Powershred 60Cs shred?
It shreds paper, credit cards, small paper clips and staples. It will not shred continuous forms, CD/DVDs, adhesive labels, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard, large paper clips, laminates, file folders or X-rays. See page 3.
How many sheets can it shred at once?
Up to 10 sheets per pass and 1 card per pass, with a maximum recommended daily usage of 100 sheets and 5 credit cards. See page 3.
How long can it run continuously?
Up to 6 minutes. Running longer triggers a 30-minute cool down period. See page 4.
How do I oil the shredder?
Set to OFF, apply oil across the entry, then set to Reverse for 2-3 seconds and repeat twice. Use only a non-aerosol vegetable oil such as Fellowes 35250. See page 4.
