Fellowes OD500C User manual

OD500C
Please read these instructions before use
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Contents
Product Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Dear Customer,
Thank you for buying a Fellowes Personal Shredder. We have made
many improvements in our personal shredder since its introduction in
1990 as the first of its kind on the market.
We are confident that it offers you the greatest value for your money in
its product category today. We hope it meets – or even exceeds – your
expectations.
To ensure years of safe, efficient use, please read these few pages about
your new shredder. If this manual doesn’t answer all your questions or
if you wish to comment on this product, we welcome your call or let-
ter.
Sincerely,
James Fellowes
Chairman & CEO

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Product Profile
This product is built to shred paper and staples . It is n o t built to
take paper clips, continuous forms, adhesive labels, transparen-
cies, newspaper, cardboard or any plastic. Using it for these pur-
poses is likely to cause irreparable damage.
Confetti
Cut
OD500C
Sheet capacity* 5 sheets
Paper shred size 5/32" x 2" (3.9 x 50 mm)
Maximum paper width 9-1/2" (240 mm)
Recommended daily capacity 10-20 shredding passes
Maximum running time 5-7 minutes
Automatic cool-down period 15 minutes
Voltage 120 V / 60 Hz / 1.5 A
*Based on 20 lb., 8-1/2" x 11" (70gsm, A4) paper with shredder operating at rated voltage; heavier paper, high humidity, or
other than rated voltage may reduce sheet capacity.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
While setting up shre d d e r
•Check shredder for damage or defects; some paper particles in the basket are normal
due to product testing and does not indicate a defect.
•If the cord is damaged do not replace cord or use the machine. Return machine for a
replacement.
•Avoid touching exposed blades on underside of OD500C confetti-cut shredder head.
•Plug power cord in an outlet that can easily be reached.
•Do not place shredder near or over a heat or water source.
While operating shre d d e r
•Keep hands and hanging objects (jewelry, ties, loose clothing,
long hair, etc.) away from paper entry.
•Keep children and pets away from the shredder.
When not in use
•Always turn off and unplug shredder
•Unplug before emptying basket
•Do not open shredder head: Danger of electric shock.
N O T E : Do not use flammable synthetic oil, petroleum-based products
or aerosols of any kind on or near product at any time.

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Set-Up
•Recommendation: Place plastic waste bag (Fellowes part number 36052) into basket to
collect confetti and paper dust.
•For safety reasons, this model will operate only if the shredder head is in the correct posi-
tion on the basket. Align slot at the front of the shredder head (1) with tab on the front of
the basket (2) and place it onto the basket in this position.
Operation
For convenience, your shredder is equipped with an a u t o m a t i c - s t a rt sensor (3) . This
means that when the control switch (4) is on automatic [I] position, the shredder will start
running when paper is fed into it and stop 1-2 seconds after the paper has passed
through. Because the sensor cannot tell the difference between paper and other objects,
this feature can be a hazard, especially to children and pets. To avoid accidents, turn off
the shredder as soon as you are finished. Unplug shredder if it will not be used for an
extended period.
To shre d
•Plug in shredder with control switch (4) in off [O] position
•Slide control switch to automatic [I] position to signal readiness
•Feed paper straight into entry (5), until the shredder automatically begins shredding; see
Product Profile for limits on paper width, shreddable items, sheet capacity, etc.
•Shred for no more than 5-7 minutes; shredding longer will cause shredder to turn itself off
for 15 minutes to cool down.
•Slide control switch to off [O] position after cutting has stopped. Cutting continues for 1 or
2 seconds after paper has gone through in order to clear shredded paper from cutting
cyl i nde r s.
In case of a paper jam , which may occur if the shredder is pushed beyond its specified
capabilities, slide the control switch to the off [O] position and empty the basket if full.
Then:
1) Slide control switch to reverse [R] position and attempt to back paper out of shredder.
2) If shredder jams in reverse mode, slide control switch to automatic [I] position and
attempt to continue shredding operation.
3) If shredder jams again, alternate control switch slowly between reverse [R] and auto-
matic [I] positions to attempt to move jammed paper completely through shredder.
If you are unable to clear the jam using this method, turn off and unplug the shredder;
remove shredder head from the wastebasket and carefully remove any paper extending
below the cutting cylinders; empty the wastebasket; reassemble the shredder and repeat
jam clearing procedure.

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Maintenance
Regular emptying of the basket is important to ensure the smooth operation of the
cutting cylinders. Turn off and unplug the shredder, remove the shredder head and empty
the basket.
Troubleshooting
If you have a problem with your shredder, check the symptoms and remedies below. If you
cannot solve the problem this way, contact Fellowes Customer Service. Do not open
s h redder head to attempt repair: It could expose you to serious electric shock and will
void your warranty.
S y m p t o m
Shredder does not start or stops while
shredding.
Shredder runs below capacity.
Shredder continues to run for 1 or 2
seconds after shredding has been
completed.
R e m e d y
•Make sure shredder is plugged in and
switch is in automatic [I] position.
•If paper appears to be jammed, follow
instructions under O p e r a t i o n.
•Check shredder head position. Follow
instructions under S e t - U p .
• Wait 15 minutes for shredder to cool
down before trying again.
Check to see if basket is full. Follow
instructions under M a i n t e n a n c e .
No action required. This is a self-cleaning
function.

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Customer Service
Fellowes offers a t o l l - f r ee help line for customers living in the United States, Canada,
Mexico and Australia. If you live outside these regions or are otherwise unable to use our
help line, please call the Fellowes location nearest you, send a letter or email, or contact
your local dealer. All of our customer service phone numbers and other points of contact
are listed on the back of this manual.
Limited Warranty
Fellowes, Inc. warrants the cutting cylinders of the machine to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for 3 years from the date of purchase by the original con-
sumer. Fellowes warrants all other parts of the machine to be free of defects in material
and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase by the original consumer. If any
part is found to be defective during the warranty period, your sole and exclusive remedy
will be repair or replacement, at Fellowes’ option and expense, of the defective part.
This warranty does not apply in cases of abuse, mishandling or unauthorised repair. ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THAT OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE APPROPRIATE WAR-
RANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. IN NO EVENT SHALL FELLOWES BE LIABLE FOR
ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ATTRIBUTABLE TO THIS PRODUCT.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary. The
duration, terms and conditions of this warranty are valid worldwide, except where different
limitations, restrictions or conditions may be required by local law.
For more details or to obtain service under this warranty, please contact us (see back
cover) or your dealer.

© 2003 Fellowes Printed in China. Form No. 400478
www.fellowes.com
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