NSA/CSS Level 6 (P-7) cross-cut shreds paper into 1/32" x 3/16" particles
Shreds 6 to 7 sheets per pass through a 10.25" feed opening
20 gallon lifetime guaranteed waste bin with a full bin sensor
EvenFlow semi-automatic oiling system plus an oil reminder every 4 hours of use
Product Description
The Formax FD 8400HS High Security Office Shredder with Auto Oiler is built to the highest standards for operator convenience, safety and reliability. The FD 8400HS features an easy-to-use LED control panel which puts commercial-grade power right at your fingertips. Heat-treated steel blades, a steel cabinet, lifetime guaranteed waste bin, and a powerful AC geared-motor ensure years of reliable performance and information security in your office environment. The new optional EvenFlowTM Semi-Automatic Oiling System helps to keep the FD 8400HS in peak operating condition.
Product Details
Evaluated by NSA: Meets the requirements of NSA/CSS specifi cation 02-01 for Level 6 High-Security cross-cut paper shredders
Auto Start/Auto Stop: Optical sensor detects paper and starts operation automatically
Door Safety Sensor: Motor stops automatically if cabinet door is opened
Auto Reverse: In case of paper jam, built-in controls switch motor into reverse to clear jam
Heat-treated steel cutters are specially ground for longevity and require minimal oil
High Quality Geared Motor: Powerful, efficient AC geared-motor with heavy duty steel
gears for high performance and minimal noise
All-Metal Cabinet with casters
Auto Sensor: When the waste bin is full, the motor stops automatically
Lifetime Guaranteed Heavy-Duty Waste Bin
Auto Cleaning: If shred capacity is decreased, press reverse button for 5 seconds and motor will run in reverse for 1 minute
Oil Indicator: After every 4 hours of use, the control panel LED fl ashes to suggest oiling cutting blades for optimal performance
Self-Diagnosis System: Records operation time, number of auto-reverse sequences, volume of paper shredded, and can display information for service technicians
Thermal Overload Protection
Safety Circuit Breaker ensures safe operation
Optical Sensor Sensitivity Recovery: Can be reset by pressing the stop button for 7 seconds
Manual Function: Can be used when shredding small sized paper or films which can't be detected by the sensor
Optional EvenFlowTM Semi-Automatic Oiling System: Easy-to-use pump and copper nozzles keep theheat-treated steel blades in peak condition
Includes Automatic Oiling System
Specifications
Cutting Style: Cross Cut
Security Level: P-7 (Old Level 6)
Shred Size: 1/32" x 3/16" (Level 6)
Sheet Capacity: 6 to 7
Speed: 23 fpm
Feed Opening: 10.25"
Dimensions: 20" W x 20" D x 34" H
Bin Capacity: 20 gal.
Weight: 176 lbs.
Power Supply: 110V, 50/60 Hz
Manufacturer's Warranty:
1-year Manufacturer's Warranty on cutting heads.
1-year Manufacturer's Warranty on all other parts.
Formax FD 8400HS High Security Level 6 Paper Shredder - FD8400HS
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Formax FD 8400HS High Security Shredder. High Security Features: NSA Level 6 Approved. Metal Cabinet. Steel Gears. Heavy Duty AC Motor. LED Control Panel. User friendly control panel with LED Load Indicator. Auto Reverse is activated when the shredder is overloaded. Lifetime guaranteed high-density plastic wastebin. NSA Approved Level 6 Security.
Formax FD 8400HS High Security Level 6 Paper Shredder Review
The Formax FD 8400HS is a National Security Agency approved shredder, offering the highest level security on the market, along with some other nice features. Here is a closer look at some of the strengths and weaknesses of the Formax FD 8400HS.
If only the highest security level available will do for your organization, the FD 8400HS may be the shredder you are looking for. Offering NSA/CSS specified, level 6 document shredding capabilities, the FD 8400HS completely destroys the average sheet of paper, turning it into tiny particles measuring 1/32" x 3/16." Long story short, we can say with complete confidence that any document you place in this shredder will be absolutely impossible to piece back together. This makes the FD 8400HS a great fit for research organizations, government agencies, and even the military. Though this kind of security might be much more than a private sector business might ever need, those businesses that contract with such organizations may be required to have a shredder like the FD8400HS on hand.
We really like a machine that is easy to use, and the FD 8400HS fits the bill impressively well. The control panel is bone-simple to understand and features automatic on and off with its paper-sensing optical system. We also really appreciated the green and red lit load indicator that helps keep the user from feeding too much paper into the machine at once. If there is an overfeed, the FD 8400HS will automatically switch into reverse in order to prevent a paper jam.
Safety and maintenance are features we always keep an eye out for, and the FD8400HS excels here as well. The FD 8400HS will shut itself off if the cabinet door is open and when the waste box is full, and a self contained circuit breaker ensures electrical safety. As far as maintenance, there is an auto reverse function you can use to clean out the cutting heads, and an indicator light that lets you know when the heads need oiling (the optional oiling system can make this simpler still).
The FD 8400HS seems to be a nicely powered machine with an AC geared motor that operates at a speed of twenty three feet per minute. The solid steel cutting heads are heat treated and guaranteed for a year from purchase. The 10-plus inch feed opening will accommodate all the most common paper sizes.
Weaknesses:
The FD 8400HS is meant to be purchased for its high security, and not for high volume shredding. If you are a private sector user, you will really have to ask yourself if you need this level of security at the expense of productivity. There are many shredders in the Formax line (such as the FD 8400CC) that offer cross cut patterns that meet federal FACTA regulations and can offer higher sheet capacities and throughput.
Though the FD 8400HS offers thermal protection for its motor, what that really means is that the machine will turn itself off when it is in danger of overheating. It's a nice function, but you should be aware that the FD 8400HS is not a machine that is meant for continuous use. Still, for most users and use scenarios the thermal protection should never kick in.
