AmazonBasics AU1208XB User manual

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AmazonBasics 12-Sheet Cross-Cut
Paper/ CD/ Credit Card Shredder
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Instruction ManualQuick Guide
AmazonBasics 12-Sheet Cross-Cut
Paper/ CD/ Credit Card Shredder
Instruction Manual ∙English
CONTENTS
Make sure that the package contains the following parts:
Shredder

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•Always turn the shredder off and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet when not in use,
before cleaning, moving, or emptying the waste basket.
•RISK OF FIRE. Never use any petroleum based or ammable oils or lubricants in or around the
machine as some oils can combust causing serious injury.
•NEVER dispose of ammable chemicals or materials that have come into contact with ammable
chemicals (for example, nail polish, acetone and gasoline) in the shredder basket.
•Do not hold CD/DVD with nger through the center ring while feeding into the shredder. Never try
to clean or clear the shredder blade. Serious injury may occur.
•A socket-outlet should be near the equipment and be easily accessible. Never place the shredder
near water or any heat source.
Warning: Safety Instructions, Read Before Using!
Read instructions before use.
Avoid touching the feed slot with
hands.
Product is not intended for use
by children (product is not a toy).
Do not insert foreign objects into
the feed slot.
Do not spray or keep any
aerosol products in or around
the shredder.
Keep loose clothing or jewelry
away from the feed slot.
Avoid getting hair near the
feed slot.
Metal
Credit Card
MAGAZINE
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Large paper clips
Continuous
computer paper
Window, insulated envelopes
or unopen junk mails
Cardboard
Adhesive
materials
Credit card made
by metal
Newspaper
Laminated document
and magazines
Do not shred:

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•Do not use the shredder if the power cord is damaged in any way.
•Do not attempt to service this product yourself as doing so may expose you to sharp cutting
blades and/or electricity and will void the manufacturer's warranty.
•Remove binding from checkbook or notepad before shredding.
Warning: Safety Instructions, Read Before Using!
WARNING:
!
1. Bin Full:
The wastebasket will become full around 6~7
shredding passes (12 sheets per pass) of
used. Empty the wastebasket when you see
shredded materials ll the window to prevent
paper jams.
Never let the wastebasket become full. This
will lead to shredded materials being pulled
back up into the shredder and cause jams. Empty wastebasket when
the window is lled
2. Overfeeding the shredder:
Make sure you do not exceed sheet count per
pass (12 sheets max). Insert paper as straight
as possible into feed slot and release.
Shredding beyond the specied sheet capac-
ity can result in extensive damage to the
shredder. Overfeeding will strain the machine
and quickly wear and break the cutting blades
and internal components.
3. No Trash bag:
If using a plastic bag to line the wastebasket,
please remove it. This may cause the
shredder not to operate properly.
No Trash bag

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1. This model includes a built-in safety interlock mechanism, which requires the shredder to be
correctly mounted on to the included wastebasket. THE SHREDDER WILL NOT OPERATE UN-
LESS IT IS PROPERLY MOUNTED AS PICTURED.
2. A socket-outlet should be near the equipment and be easily accessible.
3. Connect the power cord to any standard 120 volt AC outlet.
Shredders may have very sharp exposed blades on the underside. Use care when mounting
the shredder on the wastebasket.
Paper Shredder
Operating
Instructions
Installation
Operation
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
!Caution:
Installation
* One Folded Sheet Of Paper Equates To 2 Sheets Of Paper
Heavier paper, humidity or other than rated voltage may reduce shredding capacity.
Sheet Capacity
Paper Shred Size:
Paper Feed Entry Width
Credit Card & CD Capacity
Duty Cycle
Voltage
12 Sheets of 20 lb. bond paper*
7/32 in. x 2 5/32 in. pieces
5.6mm x 55mm pieces
CD: 4 pieces (1 3/8 in)
8.7 in. (22.0 cm)
Only one per pass
5 min. on / 30 min. off
120V~60Hz / 3.0 A
• Shreds Credit cards, small paper clips, staples and CDs/DVDs
3Make sure the
shredder head
is correctly
mounted.
Gently place the
shredder head
onto the
wastebasket.
2
Carefully lift and
remove shredder
head from the
wastebasket.
1
Front
with
window
Back
with
power
cord

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Operation
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Control Switch
Using the switch located on the unit, select one of the following
settings by sliding the switch either left or right. (FIGURE 2)
IAUTO:
This setting allows the shredder to be automatically started by inserting paper into the feed
slot. Always feed the paper in as straight as possible. When the paper has passed through,
the shredder will automatically stop.
OOFF:
This setting turns off all features of the shredder. For safety reasons, we recommend that
you leave the shredder in the “Off” position whenever the shredder is unattended or not in
use.
RREV (REVERSE):
In the unlikely event of a paper jam, the reverse setting can be used to help clear the cut-
ters of paper that did not pass through. Never attempt to clear a jam by using the reverse
function until you have emptied the wastebasket.
Clog Remover / FWD :
The forward setting can also be used to help clear the cutters in the event of a paper jam.
This allows to manually activate the shredder into cutting mode.
FIGURE 2

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Operation
Paper / Credit Card Entry:
Make sure you do not exceed sheet
count per pass (12 sheets max).
Insert paper as straight as possible
into feed slot and release.
Insert one credit card at a time into
the middle of the feed slot.
Note:
•Always turn off and unplug the shredder when not in use.
•This shredder will shred staples and small paper clips. It is recommended that you remove
paper clips whenever possible to extend the lifespan of your shredder.
•Only shred credit cards by feeding them vertically into the middle of the feed slot, releasing
when shredding begins. Never feed more than one credit card at a time.
LED Status
Indicators: Misaligned / Overload
Overheat / Power On
•Power On: The Green LED light indicates the shredder is “On” and ready to operate when
paper is inserted.
•Overheat:The Red LED light indicates the shredder has shred continuously beyond the
maximum running time and overheating, the unit will automatically shut off. If this happens,
switch the shredder Off for 30 minutes or longer before resuming normal operation.
•Overload:The Red LED light indicates when too much paper is inserted. Use the "Reverse"
mode to back up and reduce number of sheets.
•Misaligned: Mount the shredder securely to the rim of the waste basket.
Features a CD/DVD destroyer:
Do not hold CD/DVD with finger through the
center ring while feeding into the shredder. Serious injury
may occur.
Never feed more than one credit card or CD/DVD at a time.
1) Hold the CD/DVD by the edge and feed one at a time, releasing
when shredding begins.
2) Shredder will stop when the entire disc has been destroyed.
!Caution:

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Maintenance
Shredder
Oil
DO NOT USE
AEROSOL PRODUCTS!
FIGURE 3
!Caution:
Warning: Failure to properly maintain your shredder will void the warranty.
Oil the shredder blades every month with basic vegetable, cooking oil or shredder oil. Follow
oiling procedure below (FIGURE 3). It helps to keep the shredder blades operating well over
many years of use.
Oiling procedure:
1. Turn off shredder.
2. Apply shredder oil across feed slot.
3. Turn shredder in reverse mode for 3~5
seconds.
Note: Shredder oil is NOT included.
• Do not spray or keep any aerosol products
in or around shredder.
• DO NOT USE CANNED AIR ON SHRED-
DER.
Cleaning:
•Never use anything flammable to clean the shredder. This may result in serious injury
or damage to the product.
•ALWAYS UNPLUG THE SHREDDER BEFORE CLEANING!
•Only clean the shredder by carefully wiping the unit with a dry soft cloth or towel.
•Do not clean or immerse shredder in water. Having the unit wet may result in damage or
malfunction to the electrical components. If the shredder happens to get wet, be sure to
completely dry the unit immediately with a cloth or towel.

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Troubleshooting
If there is a problem with your shredder, check below for the symptoms and steps to resolve. If you
continue to have problems, contact customer support at our Service Center.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR BY OPENING THE SHREDDER HEAD. This will completely
void the product warranty.
1) Make sure power cord is plugged into a
functioning 120V standard household
power outlet.
Or, try using a different working outlet.
2) Check if the head unit portion of the
shredder is correctly seated onto the
included wastebasket.
No-power to the shredder
If Overheat light is lit in red, turn shredder
off and let it cool down for 30 minutes.
Turn shredder on, check Overheat light
again, and restart shredding only when
light is not lit.
1) Unplug the machine from the wall socket.
2) • Find the activation sensor in the center of
the feed slot.
• Use a cotton swab to gently wipe away
any dust or debris that has collected on
the sensor.
Warning: DO NOT
USE CANNED AIR.
!
Shredder runs continuously
Shredder does not feed or shred paper
Check power outlet Shredder head
correctly installed
Overheat Cool down
Min
30
Cotton swab
Unplug power
Clean sensor

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Troubleshooting
• Position credit card or small piece of
paper over the credit card section of the
Feeder (center position).
• Try again.
Shredder does not feed or shred credit card or small piece of paper
Warning: DO NOT USE ANY
SPRAY CANS OR AEROSOLS.
!
Shredder is jammed and runs in “Reverse” mode only /
Overload icon is lit in red
1) Empty if basket full. Carefully remove
paper on shredder head bottom.
2) Set switch to reverse for 5 sec.
3) Turn off shredder then pull paper side
to side to remove jammed paper (as
much as possible).
4) Reduce the number of sheets being
fed (count pages to be sure not to
exceed the maximum sheet count).
1) Turn off shredder.
2) Apply shredder oil to the feed slot
(shredder oil not included). Let oil
soak in to paper and machine for 30
minutes.
3) Set the control switch to Auto/On.
4) Press “Clog-remover” button (FWD>>)
or use thick paper stock/ greeting card
to manually activate the shredder into
cutting mode o push the jam through.
5) Reduce the number of sheets being
fed (count pages to be sure not to
exceed the maximum sheet count).
Refeed the paper.
Reverse for 5 sec
Power Off then pull
paper side to side
Turn off shredder
Press “Clog-remover”
Set switch to Auto
Reduce sheets
Apply shredder oil and
wait for 30min.
Use thick paper to
push jam through
Min
30
Feed in the center
With stubborn situations where the reverse function does not help, follow the steps below:
Or
Empty if bin full.
Carefully remove paper
on shredder
head bottom

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