Fellowes T440C User manual

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Contents
Product Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Set-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
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, staples and credit
cards. It is not built to take paper clips, continuous forms,
adhesive labels, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard or any
plastic (except credit cards). Using it for these purposes is likely
to cause irreparable damage.
Confetti Cut
Sheet Capacity* 7 sheets
Paper shred size 5/32 x 2"
Maximum paper width 9"
Daily capacity 10-20 shredding passes
Maximum running time 5-7 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 maximum 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 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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.450" Dia
P500-2
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.450" Dia
S50-2
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Set-Up
CONFETTI-CUT (T440C):
• Recommendation: Place plastic waste bag (Fellowes part number 36052) into basket
to collect confetti particles.
• For safety reasons, this model will operate only if the shredder head is in the correct
position on the basket. Align slot at the back of the shredder head (A) with tab on the
back 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 in the 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
Paper
• 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 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 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 (0) position and empty the basket if full. Then:
1) Slide 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
automatic (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.
Regular oiling of the shredder is also necessary to ensure proper performance. If
you are running the shredder at or near capacity, we recommend oiling it monthly.
Using Fellowes Powershred Lubricant #35250 or other non-aerosol vegetable-based
oil in a long-nozzle container:
• Apply oil over full width of paper entry (E) with shredder in off [O] position.
• Press control switch to automatic [I] position which will cause shredder to run for
about 2 seconds.
• Press and hold control switch in reverse [R] position for 3–5 seconds.
• Repeat above automatic [I] and reverse [R] sequence three times.
REMINDER: Do not use flammable synthetic oil, petroleum-based products or
aerosol lubricants of any kind in or near the shredder at any time.
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 to correct
• Wait 4 minutes for shredder to cool
down before trying again
• Check to see if basket is full, follow
instructions under Maintenance.
• Oil cutting cylinders. Follow instructions
under Maintenance.
• No action required. This is a self-
cleaning function.
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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
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
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 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 different limitations,
restrictions or conditions may be required by local law. For more details or to obtain
service under this warranty, please see below.
To obtain service under this warranty, please contact us (see back cover) or your
dealer.
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© 2004 Fellowes. Printed in China. Form No. 400826
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