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POWERSHRED 62MC
POWERSHRED 62MC
Declaration of Conformity
Yorkshire Way, West Moor Park, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN3 3FB, England declares that the product Model 62MC conforms with the requirements of the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (2011/65/EU), the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC), the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC), the WEEE directive (2002/96/EC), and below harmonized European EN Standards:
EMC Standard:
Itasca, Illinois, USA January 1, 2014
This product is classified as Electrical and Electronic Equipment. Should the time come for you to dispose of this product please ensure that you do so in accordance with the European Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and in compliance with local laws relating to this directive.
For more information on the WEEE Directive please visit www.fellowesinternational.com/WEEE
Questions or Concerns?
www.fellowes.com
Troubleshooting Registration Manuals
©2013 Fellowes, Inc. Part No. 407931
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Troubleshooting Replacement parts
Please read these instructions before use. Do not discard: keep for future reference.
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Model 62MC
KEY
To set lock slide button down
B. See safety instructions
C. Pull-out bin
D. Casters
E. Paper/card entry
F. Control Panel and LEDs
1. Reverse
2. ON/OFF (green)
3. Forward
4. Overheat (red) and Remove paper (yellow)
5. Bin open (yellow)
PRODUCT MAINTENANCE
OILING SHREDDER
All micro-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.
FOLLOW OILING PROCEDURE BELOW AND REPEAT TWICE
- Apply oil across entry Press and hold forward ( ) 2-3 seconds
- Only use a non-aerosol vegetable oil in long nozzle container such as Fellowes 35250
Go to Support Section at www.fellowes.com or see back page of manual for useful telephone numbers.
TROUBLESHOOTING
CAPABILITIES
Shredder doesn’t start:
PAPER JAM
Will shred: Paper, staples and credit cards
Will not shred: CD/DVDs, adhesive labels, continuous form paper, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard, paper clips, laminates, file folders, X-rays or plastic other than noted above
Paper/card shred size: Micro-Cut .....................................................................................................3mm x 10mm
Maximum: Sheets per pass ........................................................................................................... 10* Cards per pass ............................................................................................................... 1* Paper entry width .................................................................................................. 223mm
- A4 (70g), paper at 220V-240V, 50/60 Hz, 2Amps; heavier paper, humidity or other than rated voltage may reduce capacity. Maximum recommended daily usage rates: 150 sheets per day; 10 credit cards 10 sheets per pass to avoid jams.
Set to Reverse ( for 2-3 seconds
- 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.
Make sure bin is closed.
Alternate slowly back and forth
Set to Off ( ) and unplug
Gently pull uncut paper from paper entry. Plug in
- 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.
Remove and empty bin.
Wait 60 minutes for motor to cool down.
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.
Bin Open: The shredder will not run if the bin is open. When illuminated, close the bin to resume shredding.
Remove Paper: When illuminated, press reverse (
) and remove paper. Reduce paper quantity to an acceptable amount and refeed into paper entry.
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
BASIC SHREDDING OPERATION
PAPER/CARD
Plug in and set to Auto-On ( )
Feed paper/card straight into paper entry and release
When finished shredding, set to Off ( )
Safety Lock prevents accidental operation. To set, wait for shredding to stop, set control switch to Off (O) position, then slide black button down. To unlock, slide black button up. For greater safety, always unplug shredder after use.
Set to Auto-On ( ) and resume shredding
- Avoid touching exposed cutting blades under shredder head.
- Do not use if damaged or defective. Do not disassemble shredder.
Do not place near or over heat source or water.
Continuous operation: Up to 7-minutes maximum NOTE: Shredder runs briefly after each pass to clear entry. Continuous operation beyond 7-minutes will trigger 60-minute cool down period.
Make sure switch is in on position ( ).
Make sure safety lock is in unlock position.
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.
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 2 years 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 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.
Australia Residents Only: Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The benefits under Fellowes’ Warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies under a law in relation to the shredder.
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Quick start
- Plug the shredder into a properly grounded wall outlet and set it to Auto-On.
- Make sure the pull-out bin is fully closed; the shredder will not run with the bin open.
- Feed paper or a single card straight into the paper entry and release it. Feed no more than 10 sheets per pass.
- When finished, set the switch to Off.
- To engage the safety lock, wait for shredding to stop, set the switch to Off and slide the black button down. Slide it up to unlock.
- Oil the shredder each time you empty the bin: apply non-aerosol vegetable oil across the entry, press and hold Forward for 2-3 seconds, and repeat twice.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Shredder doesn't start | Switch is not on, safety lock is engaged, or the bin is open. | Make sure the switch is in the on position, the safety lock is in the unlock position and the bin is closed. Page 3 |
| Paper jam | Too much paper was fed at once. | Set to Reverse for 2-3 seconds, then alternate slowly back and forth. If still jammed, set to Off, unplug, gently pull uncut paper from the entry, plug in and set to Auto-On to resume. Page 3 |
| Remove Paper (yellow) light is on | Too much paper in the paper entry. | Press Reverse and remove the paper. Reduce the quantity and refeed. Page 3 |
| Overheat (red) light is on and shredder will not run | Continuous operation beyond 7 minutes has exceeded the maximum operating temperature. | Wait 60 minutes for the motor to cool down, then resume shredding. Page 3 |
| Bin Open (yellow) light is on | The pull-out bin is open. | Close the bin to resume shredding. Page 3 |
| Reduced sheet capacity, loud noise or shredder stops | The micro-cut cutters have not been oiled. | Oil the shredder using a non-aerosol vegetable oil such as Fellowes 35250, following the oiling procedure twice. Page 3 |
Frequently asked questions
How many sheets can the Powershred 62MC shred at once?
Up to 10 sheets of A4 (70g) paper per pass, or 1 credit card per pass. Heavier paper, humidity or incorrect voltage may reduce capacity. See page 3.
What size are the shredded particles?
The 62MC is micro-cut and produces 3mm x 10mm particles. See page 3.
How long can the 62MC run continuously?
Up to 7 minutes. Running longer triggers a 60-minute cool-down period. See page 3.
What can't the 62MC shred?
It will not shred CDs/DVDs, adhesive labels, continuous form paper, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard, paper clips, laminates, file folders, X-rays or other plastics. Staples are fine. See page 3.
How often should I oil the shredder?
Fellowes recommends oiling each time you empty the waste bin, using only non-aerosol vegetable oil in a long-nozzle container. See page 3.
