Formax FD 8252CC User manual

FD 8252CC
Cross-Cut Deskside Shredder
OPERATOR MANUAL
10/2014

FD 8252CC Technical Specifications
Cutting Style:
Cross Cut
Shred Particle Size:
5/32” x 1 3/16”
Sheet Capacity:
12-16 sheets, or 1 credit card
Speed:
Up to 21 feet per minute
Feed Opening:
9.5”
Bin Capacity:
9 gal.
Security Level:
Level 3 / P-4
Dimensions:
15” W x 11” D x 23” H
Weight:
28 lbs.
Power Supply:
100 –120V 60Hz
Safety Certifications:
UL Listed

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1 Proper use
Check the name plate on the back of the
machine to find out the cutting width and
mains voltage for your document shredder
and observe the applicable instructions in
the operating manual.
Its sturdy drive mechanism is not damaged
by paper clips and staples.
2 Safety instructions
Classification
Safety notice Explanation
WARNING Failure to observe
this warning can
lead to serious or
fatal injury.
Notice Failure to observe
this instruction can
cause damage.
Before using the machine for the
first time, read the operating man-
ual, and keep it for later use and
to pass on to any subsequent users. Ob-
serve all safety instructions on to the ma-
chine.
WARNING
Dangerous for children and
others!
The machine may not be used by
persons (including children un-
der 14 years of age) with limited
physical, sensory or mental capa-
bilities or with a lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they are supervised
by a responsible person or are instructed
by them on the use of the machine. Chil-
dren must be supervised to ensure they do
not play with the machine. Do not leave the
document shredder switched on when it is
unattended.
The shredder is designed for destroying
paper. Depending on the cutting type, it can
also handle small quantities of the following
materials:
Shred width (mm) 1.9 3.9 5.8 1.9x15 3.9x30
Credit and charge cards ●●● ● ●
CDs ●
The warranty period for the document
shredder is 2 years. There is a special war-
ranty for the HSM solid steel cutting rollers
in the document shredder, which is pro-
vided independently of the guarantee, and
remains valid for the entire service life of
the machine (HSM Lifetime Warranty). This
warranty and guarantee exclude wear and
damage caused by improper handling or ac-
tions taken by third parties.

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WARNING
Dangerous mains voltage!
Improper handling of the machine
can lead to an electric shock.
– Before you insert the power plug, make
sure that the voltage and frequency of
your power supply comply with the infor-
mation on the name plate.
– Make sure that the power plug is easily
accessible.
– Make sure that no water gets into the
shredder. Do not immerse the power ca-
ble or the power plug in water.
– Never touch the power plug with wet
hands.
– Never pull the plug out of the socket us-
ing the power cable. Always pull out the
plug directly.
– Only use the machine in a dry room in-
doors. Never operate the machine in
damp rooms or in the rain.
Check the machine and cable
regularly for damage. Switch the
shredder off if it is damaged or not
working correctly or before relo-
cating or cleaning it and disconnect it
from the mains.
– Keep the machine, the plug and cable
away from open fire and hot surfaces.
The ventilation slots must not be blocked
or covered and there must be at least
5 cm space between the shredder and
any wall or furniture.
Service work may only be carried
out by )RUPD[ Service 7HFKVor
by the service technicians of our
contractual partners.
Notice Danger from improper use
Only operate this machine in accordance
with the instructions outlined in “Proper
use”.
WARNING
Risk of injury!
Do not reach into the paper feed
slot.
Risk of injury from being pulled
in!
Keep long hair, loose articles of
clothing, ties, scarves, jewellery,
etc. away from feed opening.
Material with the tendency to form
loops, e.g. tapes, strapping mate-
rial, etc. must not be shredded.
Danger of injury by splinters!
Wear protective goggles when destroying
CDs and hard credit cards.

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6 Troubleshooting
Paper jam
You have fed in too much paper.
Notice Do not press rocker switch alter-
nately forwards/backwards ( -  ). Cutting
unit could be damaged.
• Press rocker switch .
Paper is pushed out.
• Separate paper stack.
• Press rocker switch .
• Feed in paper successively.
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WARNING
Dangerous mains voltage!
Switch off the shredder and pull
out the mains plug.
When cleaning only use a soft cloth and a
mild soap-water solution. However, no water
must enter the equipment.
8 Disposal / Recycling
Electrical and electronic old de-
vices contain a variety of valuable
materials, but also hazardous
substances which were required
for function and safety. Incorrect
disposal or handling can be dan-
gerous to your health and the environment.
Never dispose of old devices in the house-
hold waste. Observe the current applicable
regulations and use the collection points for
returning and recycling electric and elec-
tronic devices. Dispose of all the packaging
materials also in an environmentally-respon-
sible way.
Oil the cutting unit when
cutting performance de-
creases or the device
becomes noisy, or every
time you empty the waste
container (Cross cut only):
• Spray special cutting block oil through pa-
per feed opening across the whole width
of the cutting system blades.
• Press automatic start stop control and run
cutting system forwards and backwards
(
-  ) several times without feeding pa-
per. Paper dust and particles are shaken
off.
7 Cleaning and maintenance
Shredded material container contact
interrupted
Paper shredder switches off.
• Check whether shredded mate-
rial container is correctly inserted
in bottom frame.
For all other malfunctions, check whether
the motor was overloaded before contacting
our customer service. Let the shredder cool
down for approx. 15 – 20 mins. before using
it again.
Shredded material container full
Paper shredder switches off.
Notice Empty the cut material container,
immediately because if it is too full, malfunc-
tions can occur in the cutting system.
• Switch equipment off. To do this
tap rocker switch .
• Empty cut material container.
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