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DS-2
Please read these instructions before use.
© 2007 Fellowes, Inc. Part No. 402338
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OPERATION
Model DS
DS-2
See safety instructions below Overheated (red)
Standby (green) SafeSense™ override switch
Waste opening (Bin full indicator)
PAPER
Continuous operation: 2-4-minute maximum
Press Auto-On ( )
NOTE: Shredder runs briefly after each pass to clear entry. Continuous operation beyond 2-4-minutes will trigger 15-minute cool down period.
Feed into paper entry and release
CARD
Auto-On ( ) Off Reverse (R)
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
Breakthrough Safety Technology! SafeSense™ stops shredding when hands are too close to the opening.
Make sure head is on basket correctly
Wait 15 minutes for motor to cool down
— To Test SafeSense ™ Technology
SET-UP
Place head on basket as shown:
Press Auto-On ( )
Set to Reverse (R) for 2-3 seconds
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: Confetti-Cut ..................................................................... 5/32” x 2” (3.9 x 50mm)
Maximum: Sheets per pass (Confetti-Cut) ...............................................................................8* Cards per pass ....................................................................................................... 1 Passes per day ............................................................................................... 10-20 Paper width ............................................................................................9”/229mm Continuous operation ............................................................................. 2-4 minutes
- 20 lb., 8.5”x11” paper at 120v, 60 Hz, 3.5 Amps; heavier paper, humidity or other than rated voltage may reduce capacity.
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, 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.
- Avoid touching exposed blades under Confetti-Cut shredder head.
- 8 sheets per pass to avoid jams.
- The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
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.)
Set to Reverse (R)
Remove and empty basket
Override Switch in order to perform steps above. Once the jam is cleared, reset the
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.
Sensor light illuminated–paper jammed
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 5 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 correctly.
- Press Auto-On.
- Feed paper or a card into the paper entry and release.
- Shred no more than 8 sheets per pass to avoid jams.
- Continuous operation is limited to 2-4 minutes; longer runs trigger a 15-minute cool down.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Shredder does not start | The head is not seated on the basket, or the motor overheated. | Make sure the head is on the basket correctly, or wait 15 minutes for the motor to cool down. Page 3 |
| Paper jam | Paper is jammed in the cutters. | Set to Off, remove the head and empty the bin. Replace the head, set to Reverse for 2-3 seconds and alternate slowly back and forth. Set to Off, unplug and gently pull uncut paper from the entry. Page 3 |
| SafeSense light stays on when there is no jam | SafeSense has activated. | Use the override switch to deactivate SafeSense and clear the paper, then reset SafeSense. Page 3 |
| Capacity decreases or motor sounds different | The cutters need oil. | Oil immediately: apply oil across the entry, press Auto-On and shred one sheet, then hold Reverse 2-3 seconds. Repeat twice. Page 3 |
Frequently asked questions
How many sheets does the DS-2 shred?
Up to 8 sheets of 20 lb. paper per pass, or 1 card. The manual lists 10-20 passes per day. See page 3.
What is the shred size?
Confetti-cut particles of 5/32" x 2" (3.9 x 50 mm). See page 3.
When should I oil the DS-2?
When the bin is full, or right away if capacity drops, the motor sounds different or the shredder stops. Also run it in reverse for one minute regularly. See page 3.
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
Flashing yellow means SafeSense is not active; steady yellow means it is active. See page 3.
