Fellowes P50CM User manual

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P50CM

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Contents
Product Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
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 letter.
Sincerely,
James Fellowes
Chairman & CEO

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Product Profile
This product is built to shred paper and staples . It is not
built to take paper clips, continuous forms, adhesive labels,
transparencies, newspaper, cardboard or any plastic. Using
it for these purposes is likely to cause irreparable damage.
Confetti-cut
Sheet capacity* 5 sheets
Paper shred size 5/32" x 7/8" (3.9 x 22.2 mm)
Maximum paper width 9" (229 mm)
Recommended daily capacity 10-20 shredding passes
Maximum running time 2 minutes
Automatic cool-down period 15 minutes
*Based on 20 lb., 8-1/2" x 11" 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 shredder
•Check shredder for damage or defects; some paper particles in the basket are normal
due to product testing and does not indicate a defect.
•Avoid touching exposed blades on underside of 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 shredder
•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.
NOTE: 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
For safety reasons, this model will operate only if the shredder head is in the correct posi-
tion on the basket. Align slot on the side of the shredder head (A) with tab on the side of
the basket (B) and place it onto the basket in this position.
Operation
For convenience, your shredder is equipped with an automatic-start sensor (C) . This
means that when the control switch (D) is on automatic [I] position, the shredder will start
running when you put paper into it and stop 1 or 2 seconds after the paper has passed
through. Because the sensor cannot tell the difference between paper and other objects,
this feature can also 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 shred
•Plug in shredder with control switch (D) in off [O] position.
•Slide control switch to automatic [I] position to signal readiness.
•Feed paper straight into entry (E), until the shredder automatically begins shredding; see
Product Profile for limits on paper width, shreddable items, sheet capacity, etc.
•Shred for no more than 2 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
several seconds after paper has gone through in order to clear shredded paper from
cutting cylinders.
In case of a paper jam , which may occur if the shredder is pushed beyond its specified
capabilities, press the control switch to the off [O] position and empty the basket if full.
Then:
1) Slide and hold control switch in 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. If paper is within 2 inches of shredder head, 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
shredder head to attempt repair: It could expose you to serious electric shock and will
void your warranty.
Symptom
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.
Remedy
•Make sure shredder is plugged in and
switch is in automatic [I] position.
•If paper appears to be jammed. Follow
instructions under Operation.
•Check shredder head position. Follow
instructions under Set-Up.
•Wait 15 minutes for shredder to cool
down before trying again.
• Check to see if basket is full. Follow
instructions under Maintenance.
No action required. This is a self-cleaning
function.

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Warranty
Fellowes, Inc. (“Fellowes") 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 origi-
nal consumer. 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 con-
sumer. If any part is found to be defective during the warrant 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 unauthorized repair.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THAT OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE APPROPRIATE
WARRANTY 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 from this warranty. The
duration, terms and conditions of this warranty are valid worldwide, except where differ-
ent limitations, restrictions or conditions may be required by local law. For more details
or to obtain service under this warranty, please see below.
Fellowes offers customer service in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, the
United Kingdom and Continental Europe. Please refer to the back of this manual for
contact information.
You may also contact your local dealer, contact us online at www.fellowes.com or write to
us at: Fellowes, Inc.
ATTN: Customer Service
1789 Norwood Avenue
Itasca, IL 60143
USA

Customer Service
Service Clientèle
Servicio al Cliente
Australia 1-800-33-11-77
Canada 1-800-665-4339
Mexico 001-800-234-1185
United States 1-800-955-0959
www.fellowes.com
© 2002 Fellowes. Printed in China. Form No. 400224