Formax FD 8254CC User manual

FD 8254CC
Cross-Cut Deskside Shredder
OPERATOR MANUAL
8/2017

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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. Observe all safety instructions.
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.
Proper use, warranty
The FD 8254CC is designed for shredding
paper. It can also handle small quantities
of staples, credit cards and paper clips.
The shredder has a lifetime limited
warranty on the cutting head, and a 1 year
warranty on all other parts.

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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 which requires the
housing covers to be removed
may only be carried out by
a Formax Service Agency.
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, jewelry,
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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Machine components
Operating and display elements
Reverse button
Display options:
Container full
Cutting unit jammed
Container open
Ready for operation
Operation button
5
3
1
6
2
4
1 Safety instructions
2 Safety element
3 Operating and display unit
4 Shredded material container
5 Feed opening
6 Light barrier
7 Reverse button

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Operation
WARNING
Before switching the machine on,
make sure that you observe all
safety instructions.
Switching on the shredder
• Connect the power plug of the machine
into a properly installed socket.
•
Set mains switch at rear of the shredder to "I".
• Press the operation button.
The “Ready for operation” indicator lights
up.
Shredding paper
• When you feed paper, the light sensor
automatically starts the cutting unit.
Two seconds after the light sensor in the
paper feed opening is free again, the cut-
ting unit is switched off automatically and
the shredder switches to standby.
Switching off the shredder
• Press the operation button.
The “Ready for operation” indicator goes
out.
• Set mains switch at rear of paper shredder to "0".
Shredding credit cards (see
“Proper Use”)
Insert credit cardsin center of the feed
opening.

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• &RQWLQRXRXV mode
Application: Destroying large quantities of
paper
Function: Cutting unit runs continuously.
If no material is fed within a period of
2 minutes, the cutting unit shuts down
and the shredder switches to standby.
Start: Press the on/off button for at least
4 seconds.
To cancel: Press the on/off button.
• Standby mode
Function: Two minutes after the last
paper feed operation, the shredder is
switched off automatically.
The “Ready for operation” indicator goes
out briefly at regular intervals.
The shredder starts automatically when
paper is fed in.
• Automatic shutdown
Function: If the shredder is not used for
one hour, it shuts down completely and
therefore does not consume any more
electricity (at night, at the weekend).
Restart: Press the operation button.
Troubleshooting
Display Problem Measure
Paper You have fed in too much paper.
jam The cutting unit runs in reverse for a few seconds and pushes the pa-
per back out again.
• If necessary, press the reverse button “R” to remove the stack of paper.
• Take half the stack of paper.
• Feed the paper in portions.
Note:
This indicator lamp also lights up when the motor is overloaded. In this
case, let the shredder cool down for 20 minutes before using it again.
Shredded • Empty the shredded material container.
material Note:
container If you press the reverse button briefly before removing the container,
full part of the material is pulled back into the cutting apparatus.
Container • Insert the shredded material container correctly in the base cabinet.
open

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Cleaning and maintenance
WARNING
Dangerous mains voltage!
Switch off the shredder and pull
out the mains plug.
When cleaning, use only a soft cloth and a
mild soap-water solution. However, no water
must enter the equipment.
Oil the cutting unit when
cutting performance de-
creases or the device
becomes noisy, or every
time you empty the waste
container.
Only use FORMAX special lubricating oil for the
cutting unit. To do this:
• Spray the special cutting
unit oil through the paper feed along the
entire width of the cutting shafts.
• Let the cutting unit run in the permanent
mode for about 10 seconds without any
paper.
Paper dust and particles are shaken off.
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 as well in an environmentally-respon-
sible way.

Technical Data
Cutting Style: Cross Cut
Shred Particle Size: 1/8” x 1 1/8”
Shred Capacity: 12 - 14 sheets or 1 credit card
Speed: Up to 17 feet per minute
Intake Width: 9.4”
Dimensions: 14.8” W x 11.3” D x 23.1” H
Bin Capacity: 8.7 gal.
Weight: 28.6 lbs.
Security Level: P-4 / Level 3 (HIPAA Compliant)
Power Supply: 110 - 120V, 50Hz
* Sheet capacity varies depending on paper and power supply