Fellowes Powershred P-30C (6008004) - Shredder Manual
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KEY
![Fellowes - Powershred P-30C - KEY KEY]()
- Shredder head
- Paper/card entry
- See safety instructions below
- Bin
- Window
- Control switch and LEDs
Forward
Auto-On
Off
Reverse
For safety reasons, shredder will operate only if the shredder head is in correct position and used with supplied basket.
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CAPABILITIES
Will shred: Paper, plastic credit cards and staples
Will not shred: Unopened junk mail, continuous forms, adhesive labels, transparencies, newspaper, CD/DVDs, cardboard, paper clips, laminates, file folders, X-rays or plastic other than noted above
Paper shred size:
Cross-Cut: 5/32 in. x 1-3/16 in. (4mm x 34mm)
Maximum:
Sheets per pass: 6*
Cards per pass: 1*
Paper width: 8.7 in. (220mm)
*8.5"x11", 20lb., (75g) paper at 120V, 60Hz, 1.6Amps; heavier paper, humidity or other than rated voltage may reduce capacity.
Maximum recommended daily usage rates: 30 sheets; 5 cards.
BASIC SHREDDING OPERATION
Continuous operation:
Up to 3-minute maximum
NOTE: Shredder runs briefly after each pass to clear entry.
Continuous operation beyond 3-minutes will trigger 40-minute cool down period.
PAPER/CARD
- Plug in and set to Auto-On ( I )
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- Feed paper/card straight into paper entry and release
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- When finished shredding, set to Off (
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PRODUCT MAINTENANCE
OILING SHREDDER
All cross-cut shredders require oil for peak performance. If not oiled, a machine may experience diminished sheet capacity, intrusive noise when shredding and could ultimately stop running. To avoid these problems, we recommend you oil your shredder each time you empty your waste bin.
FOLLOW OILING PROCEDURE BELOW AND REPEAT TWICE
- Set to Off (
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- *Apply oil across entry
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- Set to Reverse (
) for 2-3 seconds
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*Only use a non-aerosol vegetable oil in long nozzle container such as Fellowes 35250
TROUBLESHOOTING
PAPER JAM
- Set to Reverse (
) for 2-3 seconds
2.&3. Alternate slowly back and forth
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- Set to Off (
) and unplug
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- Gently pull uncut paper from paper entry. Plug in
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- Set to Auto-On ( I ) and resume shredding
Shredder doesn't start
- Make sure switch is in auto position ( I ).
- Make sure head is on basket correctly.
- Check for jam.
- Remove and empty basket.
- Wait 40 minutes for motor to cool down.
CUSTOMER SERVICE & SUPPORT
www.fellowes.com
United States: 1-800-955-0959
Canada: 1-800-665-4339
Mexico: 001-800-514-9057
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read Before Using!
DO NOT DISCARD: KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
- Operation, maintenance, and service requirements are covered in the instruction manual. Read the entire instruction manual before operating shredders.
- Keep away from children and pets. Keep hands away from paper entry. Always set to off or unplug when not in use.
- Keep foreign objects — gloves, jewelry, clothing, hair, etc. — away from shredder openings. If object enters top opening, switch to Reverse (
) to back out object. - DO NOT use aerosol products, petroleum based or aerosol lubricants on or near shredder. DO NOT USE "CANNED AIR" OR "AIR DUSTERS" ON SHREDDER. Vapors from propellants and petroleum based lubricants may combust causing serious injury.
- Do not use if damaged or defective. Do not disassemble shredder. Do not place near or over heat source or water.
- Avoid touching exposed cutting blades under shredder head.
- Shredder must be plugged into a properly grounded wall outlet or socket of the voltage and amperage designated on the label. The grounded outlet or socket must be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. Energy converters, transformers, or extension cords should not be used with this product.
- FIRE HAZARD — Do NOT shred greeting cards with sound chips or batteries.
- For indoor use only.
- Unplug shredder before cleaning or servicing.
Documents / Resources
References
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