AmazonBasics B07FY6GTGZ User manual

B07FY6GTGZ
AmazonBasics 6-Sheet Cross Cut Paper
and Credit Card Shredder
Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual
CONTENTS
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Instruction Manual
Shredder
Quick Guide
AmazonBasics 6-Sheet Cross Cut Paper and
Credit Card Shredder

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Read all instructions carefully
before installing or using the
shredder.
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.
•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 flammable 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.
•Never shred large paper clips, window or insulated envelopes, continuous forms,
newsprint, bound pages (for example: notepads, checkbooks, magazines,
etc...), transparencies, laminated documents, cardboard, any items with adhe-
sives, hard materials or plastic (except Credit Cards).
•A socket-outlet should be near the equipment and be easily accessible.
•Never let the waste basket become full. This will lead to shredded material being pulled back up
into the shredder and cause jams.
•Never place the shredder near water or any heat source.
•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.
•Never try to clean or clear the shredder blade.
•Never shred beyond the specied sheet capacity. This may result in extensive damage to the
Paper Shredder.
Warning: Read Safety Instructions Before Using!

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Operating Instructions
Warning
Installation
Operation
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
*One Folded Sheet of Paper equals two (2) Sheets of Paper
Heavier paper, humidity or other than rated voltage may reduce shredding capacity.
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 OPER-
ATE OR FUNCTION PROPERLY UNLESS IT IS PROPERLY MOUNTED AS PICTURED.
(FIGURE 1)
2. A socket-outlet should be near the equipment and be easily accessible.
3. Connect the power cord to any standard 220-240 volt wall AC outlet.
Crosscut shredders have very sharp exposed blades on the underside.
Care should be taken while mounting the shredder on the wastebasket.
!Caution:
Installation
Sheet Capacity
Paper Shred Size
Paper Entry Width
Credit Card Capacity
Duty Cycle
Voltage
5 sheets of 80 gsm paper*
6 sheets of 70 gsm paper*
7/32 in. x 1 27/32 in. pieces
5.6 mm x 47 mm pieces)
220 mm
1 at a time
2 min. on / 30 min. off
220-240V/50-60Hz 1.0A
FIGURE 1

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Operation
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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 / ON:
This setting allows the shredder to be automatically started by in-
serting paper into the feed slot. Always feed the paper as straight
as possible. When the paper has passed through, the shredder
will automatically stop.
O OFF:
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.
R REV (REVERSE):
In the unlikely event of a paper jam, the reverse setting can be
used to help clear the cutters of paper that did not pass through.
Never attempt to clear a jam by using the reverse function until
you have emptied the wastebasket.
FIGURE 2

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Operation
Paper / Credit Card Entry:
Make sure you do not exceed sheet
count per pass (6 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 i nto the middle of the feed slot, releasing
when shredding begins. Never feed more than one credit card at a time.
•Overfeeding the shredder: Shredding beyond the specied sheet capacity can result in
extensive damage to the shredder. Overfeeding will strain the machine and quickly wear
and break the cutting blades and internal components.
•Overheating with extended use: In the event that 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.
•Ready (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 that the shredder has shred continuously beyond the maximum
running time has overheated and, the unit will automatically shut off. If this happens, switch the
shredder off for 30 minutes or longer before resuming normal operation.
LED Status Indicators:
Ready (Power On) /
Overheat

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Warning: Failure to maintain the shredder as per instructions provided herein
will render the manufacturer’s warranty void.
Oil the shredder blades every month with basic vegetable, cooking oil or shredder oil. Follow
below outlined oiling procedure (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 SHREDDER.
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 com-
pletely dry the unit immediately with a cloth or towel, before using.
Maintenance
FIGURE 3
!Caution:
Shredder
Oil
DO NOT USE
AEROSOL PRODUCTS!

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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. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR BY
OPENING THE SHREDDER HEAD. This will completely render the manufacturer’s warranty
void.
The shredder does not work at all.
1) Make sure the unit is plugged in and that the outlet is in good working order.
2) Overheating with extended use: In the event that the shredder has shred continuously
beyond the maximum running time and overheated, the unit will automatically shut off. If this
happens, switch the shredder off for 30 minutes or longer before resuming normal
operation.
3) Make sure the shredder head is correctly seated onto the included wastebasket, with all the
words and icons facing towards you. The head unit is
particularly designed to work only with the integrated
wastebasket. The shredder is equipped with a safety
interlocking mechanism, which prevents the shredder
from working when the head unit is lifted, removed,
or accidentally knocked over. The shredder will not
function unless the head unit is properly mounted as
pictured.
4)If using a plastic bag to line the wastebasket, please remove it. This may cause the shredder
not to operate properly.
5) The activation sensor of the shredder is located near the center of the feed slot. Be sure to
feed directly into the center area to activate the machine (especially applies to smaller
pieces of paper or credit cards).
The shredder runs in “Rev (Reverse)” mode but not in “Auto (On)” mode.
While in “Auto” mode, the motor will not start running until paper is inserted into the feed
slot. Set the unit to “Auto” and insert paper to shred. The sensor that activates the shred-
der in Auto mode is located directly in the center of the slot. If the paper you are inserting is
narrow, it may not be activating the optical sensor. It is also possible that the feed slot has
become blocked with paper. Insert an index card or any rigid sheet of cardstock (old greeting
card or folded le folder), directly in the center of the feed slot, while applying force to help
push the jammed paper through. This will usually clear any paper blockage.
How to clear a paper jam in the shredder.
1) Switch the shredder to Reverse (REV) mode. While in Reverse, the shredder will back up
and loosen the jammed paper. If required, you may need to tug and remove several sheets

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to effectively clear the machine. When jammed paper is loosened or removed, switch back to
the Auto-On mode to continue shredding. Repeat above steps if needed.
2) With stubborn situations where the reverse function does not help, you may loosen the
jammed paper with shredder oil (cooking oil is acceptable, DO NOT USE AEROSOL). Start by
drizzling oil into the feed slot where the paper is jammed. Let it soak for about 30 minutes to
completely saturate. Return the shredder back to Auto-On mode. If required, an index
card or a rigid sheet of cardstock (old greeting card or folded file folder) can
be fed into the shredder to help push the jammed paper through.
The shredder is constantly running while in “Auto (On)” mode.
1) It is possible that the activation sensor, which starts the shredder, has become blocked with paper.
Insert an index card or any rigid sheet of cardstock (old greeting card or folded le folder), di-
rectly in the center of the feed slot, while applying force to help push the jammed paper through.
This will usually clear any paper blocking the activation sensor and feed slot.
2) The activation sensor is being triggered by dust, debris, or oil. A cotton swab may be
used to clean the sensor. DO NOT USE CANNED AIR. The activation sensor of the shredder is
located around the center of the feed slot.
Power switch in auto position
Use thick paper stock or greeting card
to push the jam through
Troubleshooting