Aurora AU120MA User manual

AU120MA
Model No. Please read these operating instructions before using the unit.
Shredder User Manual
1-800-327-8508
USA Only
1-310-793-5650
International
Email: [email protected]
For more information, please visit us at:
www.auroracorp.com

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WARNING:SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, READ BEFORE USING!
DO NOT SHREDS:
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Keep away from moving parts.
Read instructions before use.
Avoid touching the document
feed opening with hands.
Product is not intended for use by
children (product is not a toy).
Do not insert foreign objects into
the paper entry slot.
Do not spray or keep any
aerosol products in or around the
shredder.
Keep loose clothing or jewelry
away from the paper entry slot.
Avoid getting hair near the
paper entry slot.
Sharp blade edges!
Do not touch!

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WARNING:SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, READ BEFORE USING!
•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 flammable chemicals or materials that have come into contact with flammable
chemicals (for example, nail polish, acetone and gasoline) in the shredder basket.
•Nevershredmetalcreditcards,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
adhesives,hardmaterialsorplastic(exceptCreditCards).
•A socket-outlet should be near the equipment and be easily accessible.
•Never let the wastebasket 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 specified sheet capacity. This may result in extensive damage to the machine.

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PaperShredderOperatingInstructions
• Warning • Installation • Operation • Maintenance • Troubleshooting
*ManualFeed:
• Shreds credit cards, small paper clips, staples
• One folded sheet of paper equates to 2 sheets of paper
• Heavier paper, humidity or electrical voltage other than the rated voltage may reduce shredding capacity
Sheet Capacity
Paper Shred Size
Paper Tray Size:
Paper Entry Width
Credit Card Capacity
Duty Cycle
Voltage
120 Sheets of 20 lb. letter size bond paper
5/32 in. x 15/32 in. pieces
(4.0 mm x 12 mm pieces)
Letter size- 8.5” x 11”
8.7 in / 220 mm
N/A
30 min. on / 45 min. off
120-V~60Hz / 3.0 A
10 Sheets of 20 lb. bond paper*
5/32 in. x 15/32 in. pieces
(4.0 mm x 12 mm pieces)
N/A
8.7 in / 220 mm
Only one per pass
10 min. on / 45 min. off
120-V~60Hz / 3.0 A
AutoFeedTray: ManualFeedSlot:
INSTALLATION
1. Make sure the basket door is securely closed shut. This shredder features a safety power cut off and
will not operate if door is open. Shredders with pull-out wastebaskets will also cut power upon bin
removal. The supplied wastebasket activates a safety switch, which allows the shredder to be operable.
2. Attach all 4 caster wheels to the bottom of the wastebasket. (FIGURE 1)
3. A socket-outlet should be near the equipment and be easily accessible.
4. Connect the power cord to any standard 120 volt AC outlet.
Microcut shredders have very sharp exposed blades on the underside. Do not touch. Unplug the
shredder before clearing paper jams.
Use care when mounting the shredder on the wastebasket. PUSH
DOWN
PUSH
DOWN
!Caution:
CORRECT FIT
FIGURE1

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Control
Button
TopLidButtonManual-FeedSlot
MainPowerSwitch
The Main Power Switch must be “ON” to operate.
In an emergency, stop the shredder immediately and
turn switch to “OFF” mode. This completely discon-
nects all power to the machine.
ControlButton:
ONOFF
–O
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OPERATION
MainPowerOn/OffSwitch
(atbackofmachine)
•Auto-On(Green):
This setting automatically starts the shredder by loading paper into the paper tray or
inserting paper into the manual-feed slot. When the paper has passed through, the
shredder automatically stops.

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OPERATION
•Off:
This setting turns off all features of the shredder. For safety reasons, we recommend that
you leave shredder in the OFF position when it is unattended or not in use.
•Reverse:
In the unlikely event of a paper jam, use the reverse setting to help clear the cutters of
paper that did not pass through. IMPORTANT: Never attempt to clear a jam using the
reverse function until you have emptied the wastebasket.
•Forward:
The forward setting can also be used to help clear the cutters in the event of a paper
jam. This allows you to manually activate the shredder into cutting mode.
LEDStatusIndicators:
•Overheat:
Red LED light indicates the shredder has shredded continuously beyond the maximum
running time, has overheated, and will automatically shut off. If this happens, switch the
shredder to Off for 45 minutes or longer before resuming normal operation.
•Overload:
Red LED light indicates when too much paper is inserted. Use the "Reverse" mode to
back up and reduce number of sheets.
•DoorOpen:
Red LED light indicates the shredder basket or top lid is not closed properly. Shredders
with pullout wastebaskets feature a safety power cut off upon bin removal. Make sure
the pull-out wastebasket is properly set back into place and the blue “Power On” indica-
tor is lit.
•BinFull:
When basket is full, RED light will indicate it needs to be emptied. While lit, the shred-
der will not operate until the wastebasket is cleared.
•FeedError:
RED light indicates paper in the paper tray cannot be grabbed by the feeders, Open
lid to make sure papers are unfolded and positioned properly.
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OPERATION
Auto-FeedShreddingOperation:
Put main power switch
in ON (–) position.
Turn power on. Plug into ground standard US
household power outlet (120-V).
•Poweronshredder
•Openlidandloadpaper*
*Papershouldbeflatandalignedwith
papertray.
Features:
•Auto-ReverseTechnology:
When shredder detects over-capacity shredding, the motor will immediately stop and
reject paper before actual shredding begins.
Shreds:
• Maximum 120 sheets of letter size (8-1/2” x 11”) 20 lb bond paper per load
• Up to 10 sheets stapled paper stacks
• Up to 10 sheet clipped paper stacks
•Auto-FeedShreddingCapacity:
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OPERATION
Make sure you do not exceed sheet count per
pass (10 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.
•Poweronshredder
•Closelid:
Put main power switch
in ON (–) position.
Turn power on. Plug into ground standard
US household power outlet
(120-V).
The shredder automatically starts when you
close the lid.
Manual-FeedShreddingOperation:
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 entry, releasing when
shredding begins. Never feed more than one credit card at a time.
• Overfeeding the shredder: Shredding beyond the specified 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 45 minutes or longer before resuming normal operation.

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Warning:Failuretoproperlymaintainyourshredderwillvoidthewarranty.
Tomaintainwithshredderoil(shredderoilnotincluded):Oil the shredder blades every
month with basic vegetable, cooking oil or shredder oil. Follow oiling procedure below. It helps to
keep the shredder blades operating well over many years of use.
Oilingprocedure:
1. Open lid.
2. Carefully apply shredder oil across feed slot.
Tomaintainwithashreddersheet(shredder
sheetnotincluded):
• Simply insert shredder sheet into the manual-feed
slot the same way you would a piece of paper.
• Turn shredder in reverse mode for 3-5 seconds.
3. Close lid and turn shredder in reverse
mode for 3-5 seconds.
Note:Shredder oil and lubricant sheet are not included.
!Caution:
Shredder
Oil
DO NOT USE
AEROSOL PRODUCTS!
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MAINTENANCE
• Donotsprayorkeepanyaerosolproducts
inoraroundshredder.
• DONOTUSECANNEDAIRONSHREDDER.
CLEANING:
• 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 immedi-
ately with a cloth or towel.
• Never use anything flammable to clean the shredder. This may result in serious injury or damage to the product.