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IMPORTANT
SAFm INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL
SAFEGUARDS
Your safety as well as the safety of others is Important to GBC. In this instruction manual and on the product are important safety messages. Read these messages carefully.
.Unplug your shredder before moving it, emptying the basket, or when it is not in use for an extended period of time.
A The safety alert symbol precedes each safety message in this instruction manual
and on the product. This symbol indicates a potential personal safety hazard that could hurt you or others, as well as cause oroduct or property damage.
I The following warning is found on the bottom of i the product.
.II This safety message means that you could be I seriously hurt or killed if you open the product and expose yourself to hazardous voltage.
The following ISO and IEC symbols appear on this Oroduct, and their meanings are as follows:
This means you should be careful
because long hair can become entangled in the cutting head. This could hurt you.
ThiS means don't reach into the feed opening of the cutting head. This could hurt you.
This means be careful of ties and other loose clothing which could become entangled in the cutting head. This could hurt you. This means you should be careful of loose jewelry which could become entangled in the cutting head. This could hurt you.
I INSTALLATION
I To place the shredder onto your basket, slide the adjustable arm to the appropriate width so that both arms fit snuggly. The shredder will fit iJaskets from 11' to 14 1/2' (288mm to 370mm) wide. Plug the unit into a standard AC outlet.
.Do not operate with a damaged power supply cord or plug, after it malfunctions, or after it has been damaged in any manner. .Do not overload electrical outlets beyond capacity as this can result in fire or electrical shock.
.The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. .Do not alter attachment plug. Plug configured for the appropriate electrical supply.
.Do not use near water. .Keep out of reach of children.
SERVICE
Do not attempt to service or repair the unit yourself. In the U.S. and Canada, if your shredder is under warranty return it to the point of purchase for replacement or repair. If your shredder is no longer under the point of purchase return period and requires replacement or repair, please call 800-477-9900 for further information.
30s SPECIFICATIONS: 11llg.U Throat Width: 83/4' Shred Width: 5/16" Sheet Capacity: 5-6 sheets of 201 bond Speed: 10 FeetlMinute Amperage: 1.1 Amps Noise Level: 76 dB (1 m) Duty Cycle: 2 min ON/30 min OFF
will cause the unit to run in the corresponding direction.
CLEARING JAMS
If a paper jam occurs, switch the unit to the reverse position until the paper is out of the
MATERIALS YOU CAN SHREO
throat. In some cases, it may be necessary to
Your shredder will handle most any type of office paper documents. You can safely shred documents containing staples, however, other metal items may damage the shredder.
alternate between FORWARD and REVERSE positions several times to help clear excess paper from the cutting area.
ON/AUTO
This shredder is designed for low volume shredding, and is not intended for continuous operation. This unit features a thermal cut-off device that automatically shuts off the shredder if run for an extended period of time. If this occurs, simply allow the shredder to cool for 30 minutes before resuming operation.
Simply insert paper into the center of the throat. Once your document has activated the trigger switch the unit will turn on and off automatically.
FORWARO ANO REVERSE
Moving the switch to either of these positions
THERMAL CUT-OFF FEATURE
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Quick start
- Slide the adjustable arm so both arms fit snugly on your basket (11" to 14 1/2" wide).
- Plug the unit into a standard AC outlet.
- Set the switch to ON/AUTO.
- Insert paper into the center of the throat; the shredder starts and stops automatically.
- Shred no more than 5-6 sheets of 20 lb bond at a time, and observe the 2 min ON / 30 min OFF duty cycle.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Paper jam | Too much paper in the cutting area. | Switch the unit to Reverse until the paper is out of the throat. Page 3 |
| Jam does not clear with reverse alone | Excess paper remains in the cutting area. | Alternate between Forward and Reverse several times to clear it. Page 3 |
| Shredder shuts off during use | The thermal cut-off activated after extended running. | Let the shredder cool for 30 minutes before resuming. Page 3 |
Frequently asked questions
How many sheets can the Shredmaster 30s shred?
5-6 sheets of 20 lb bond, through an 8 3/4" throat, into 5/16" strips. See page 3.
Can it shred staples?
Yes, documents with staples are fine, but other metal items may damage the shredder. See page 3.
How long can it run continuously?
It is built for low-volume use with a duty cycle of 2 minutes ON and 30 minutes OFF. See page 3.
What size wastebasket does it fit?
Baskets from 11" to 14 1/2" (288mm to 370mm) wide. See page 3.
