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I IMPORTANT SAFm INSTRUCTIONS I Your safety as well as the safety of others is ,I important to GBC. In this instruction manual and Ion the product are important safety messages. I Read these messages carefully.
The safety alert symbol precedes each safety message in this instruction manual and on the product. This symbol
I indicates a potential personal safety hazard that could hurt you or others, as well as cause
I product or property damage. The following warning is found on the bottom of the product.
ELECTRICAL
SAFEGUARDS
.Unplug your shredder before moving it, emptying the basket, or when it is not in use for an extended period of time. .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
I This safety message means that you could be seriously hurt or killed if you open the product and expose yourself to hazardous voltage.
The following ISO and IEC symbols appear on this product, and their meanings are as follows:
<9£ On/Auto 7<1;>
Forward Reverse
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
of the cutting head. This could
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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
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 caIlBOO-477-9900 for further information. 325 SPECIFICATIONS:
Throat Width: Shred Width: Sheet Capacity: Speed" Amperage: Noise Level: Duly Cycle:
115 Vol1/6DHz 83/4. 5/16' 5-6 sheets of 201 bond 10 Feel/Minute 1.1 Amps 76 dB (1m) 2 min ON/30min OFF
the cutting head. This could hurt you.
INSTALLATION
Position the shredder onto the basket. Once the unit is correctly positioned on the basket, plug it into a standard AC outlet.
MATERIALS
YOU CAN SHRED
CLEARING
JAMS If a paper jam occurs, switch the unit to the reverse position until the paper is out of the
throat. In some cases, it may be necessary to alternate between FORWARD and REVERSE positions several times to help clear excess
Your shredder will handle most any type of office paper from the cutting area. paper documents. You can safely shred THERMAL CUT-OFF FEATURE documents containing staples, however, other metal items may damage the shredder. This shredder is designed for low volume
ON/AUTD
shredding, and is not intended for continuous operation. This unit features a thermal cut-off
Simply insert paper into the center of the throat. device that automatically shuts off the shredder if . Once your document has activated the trigger run for an extended period of time. If this occurs, switch the unit will turn on and off automatically. simply allow the shredder to cool for 30 minutes before resuming operation. FORWARD AND REVERSE
Moving the switch to either of these positions will cause the unit to run in the corresponding direction.
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Quick start
- Position the shredder on the basket.
- Plug it into a standard AC outlet.
- Set the switch to On/Auto.
- Insert paper into the center of the throat; the shredder turns on and off 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 32s 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 containing staples are fine, but other metal items may damage the shredder. See page 3.
What are its power and speed ratings?
115 Volt/60Hz, 1.1 Amps, 10 feet per minute, with a noise level of 76 dB at 1 m. See page 3.
Who services the shredder?
Do not repair it yourself. Under warranty, return it to the point of purchase; otherwise call 800-477-9900. See page 3.
