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Safety Devices and Other Features

Formax 8000 Series Shredders are equipped with various safety features:

When too much paper is inserted, the cutter stops operating and automatically rotates in reverse to discharge the jammed paper. An alarm sounds. Reduce the amount of paper and restart the operation.

Door Switch / Multimedia Bin Switch

If the door or the multimedia bin cover is open, the shredder will not operate. Close the door or cover and press start to resume shredding.

When the waste bin is full of shredded material, the “FULL” light comes on and the cutter stops operation. Open the door, remove the waste bin and empty it. Replace the waste bin, close the door and continue operation.

FD 8704CC Cross-Cut Multimedia Shredder

  • If the shredder operates continuously for more than 30 minutes, the power is automatically shut off.
  • If the motor is overloaded, the “STOP” LED will flash until it cools down. When the flashing stops the shredder is ready to be used again.

Oil Indicator The “MANUAL” LED will flash after every four (4) hours of operation as an indicator to oil the shredder cutting blades. The LED will continue to flash until oiled. NOTE: the shedder will still operate when the LED is flashing but at a decreased load capacity.

To oil: Spread shredder oil onto the cutters through the feed opening, and allow the oil to sit for a few minutes to permeate the cutting blades, then press the “REV” button and hold for five seconds. “MANUAL” and “REV” LED indicators on control panel will light. The shredder will operate in reverse for one minute, then the “AUTO” LED will light indicating the shredder is ready.

Maintenance

  • Disconnect power by pulling power cord plug from wall outlet.
  • To clean the exterior, wipe the surface with a soft cloth. If the surface is very dirty, use a neutral detergent, then wipe again with a soft cloth.

CAUTION:

  • Never put water directly on the surface of the shredder.
  • Never clean the case with benzene or thinner, since it will cause discoloration.
  • Do not dismantle the shredder. Contact your Formax Dealer for service.

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Specifications

Cutting Style:

Shred Size:

Sheet Capacity:

Speed:

11 feet per minute

Feed Opening:

Dimensions:

Bin Capacity:

Weight:

Power supply:

  1. Multimedia Bin To shred multimedia including CDs, DVDs and digital video tape, use the the dedicated multimedia bin located on the top of the shredder.
  • Flat media such as CDs and DVDs can be inserted into the infeed slot (Fig. 1) with the bin cover in the closed position. Simply insert, and press the Start button.
  • For larger media or multiple CDs/DVDs, open the multimedia bin cover, drop the items to be shredded into the bin (Fig. 2), and close the cover. Opening the cover automatically places the shredder into stop/standby mode. Press the Start button.

Multimedia bin cover in open position

Cutting heads accept credit cards, staples, paper clips, CDs, DVDs and digital video tape.

Set-up Guidelines

  1. Install the shredder on a level surface, away from heat sources and direct sunlight.
  2. Insert plug into wall outlet with the appropriate voltage, 110V. If the outlet is shared with another electronic device, the total current should not exceed 30A (at 110V).

Operation

  1. Flip the power switch “ON” located on the right side of the shredder.
  2. Auto Start/Auto Stop When the START button is pushed, the signal lamp “AUTO” will light.

Insert paper to shred. The shredder will start and stop automatically when using this function.

  1. Manual Operation If paper is too small for the shredder’s sensors to detect, shred it manually. Push the START button once more and the “MANUAL” lamp will light. Insert paper to be shredded. Three minutes after shredding, the cutter automatically stops rotating.

Safety Precautions

To avoid personal injury, and damage to the shredder, observe the following safety precautions. Please keep these instructions for future reference.

NOTE: In case of emergency, flip the “Power Switch” to cut off power and/or pull the plug out of the wall outlet.

  • Keep hands, long hair, clothing, ties, jewelry and loose items away from the feed opening and shred outlet.
  • Do not use the shredder for anything other than its intended purpose.
  1. Reverse Operation Push the REV button and the signal lamp “REV” will light and cutters will operate in reverse. If too much paper is inserted at one time in standard modes, the shredder will automatically operate in reverse.

If this occurs, remove the inserted paper and shred in smaller amounts. NOTE: The maximum amount of paper to be shredded differs according to paper quality, humidity and voltage. If the shredder is to be used continuously, do not insert more than half of the maximum capacity.

  • Do not allow children to use the machine.
  1. Full Sensor If the wastebasket is full, the “FULL” lamp will light and the cutter will stop automatically.

Open the door, empty the wastebasket of paper strips/chips, replace the wastebasket, close door, and continue to shred.

  • Keep the shredder away from direct sunlight.
  • Do not operate with a damaged power cord or plug, or when the machine is damaged in any manner.
  • Unplug the shredder when it is being moved, or if it is not in use for an extended period of time.
  • Do not disconnect the power by pulling only the cord. Hold the plug when disconnecting.
  • Do not sit on the shredder or place anything on top of it.
  • Never open the fixed switch or cover.

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Quick start

  1. Install the shredder on a level surface away from heat and direct sunlight.
  2. Plug into a 110V outlet; if the outlet is shared, total current should not exceed 30A.
  3. Flip the power switch on the right side to ON.
  4. Press START so the AUTO lamp lights, then insert paper; the shredder starts and stops automatically.
  5. For CDs and DVDs, insert them in the multimedia infeed slot with the bin cover closed, or open the cover, drop larger media into the bin, close it and press START.
  6. For pieces too small for the sensors, press START again for MANUAL mode.
  7. Press REV to run the cutters in reverse.

Troubleshooting

ProblemLikely causeFix (from the manual)
Shredder stops and reverses, alarm soundsToo much paper insertedRemove the paper, reduce the amount and restart. For continuous use, insert no more than half the maximum capacity. Page 2
Shredder will not runDoor or multimedia bin cover is openClose the door or cover and press START to resume. Page 2
FULL light on and cutter stoppedWastebasket is fullOpen the door, empty the wastebasket, replace it, close the door and continue. Page 2
STOP LED flashingMotor overloadedLet the motor cool down. When the flashing stops, the shredder is ready again. Page 2
Power shuts off during long jobsContinuous operation for more than 30 minutesThe shredder shuts off automatically after 30 minutes of continuous running; let it rest before resuming. Page 2
MANUAL LED flashing and reduced capacityCutting blades need oil (every 4 hours of operation)Spread shredder oil on the cutters through the feed opening, wait a few minutes, then hold REV for five seconds. It runs in reverse for one minute, then AUTO lights. Page 2
Small pieces of paper are not detectedPaper too small for the sensorsPress START again so the MANUAL lamp lights, then insert the paper. The cutter stops 3 minutes after shredding. Page 3

Frequently asked questions

Can the FD 8704CC shred CDs and DVDs?

Yes. Use the dedicated multimedia bin on top. Flat media can go in the infeed slot with the cover closed; larger media or multiple discs go in the bin with the cover closed before pressing Start. See page 3.

Can it shred staples and credit cards?

Yes. The cutting heads accept credit cards, staples, paper clips, CDs, DVDs and digital video tape. See page 3.

How fast does it shred?

11 feet per minute. See page 3.

How often should I oil the shredder?

The MANUAL LED flashes every four hours of operation as a reminder. Spread shredder oil on the cutters through the feed opening, wait a few minutes, then hold REV for five seconds. See page 2.