ABC Office DAHLE 20452 - Manual (Page 4)

CARING FOR YOUR SHREDDER
Clean covers with a clean dry cloth. Do not use water or solvents. Make sure
you disconnect your shredder from its power source before cleaning.
Paper shredders, like all mechanical equipment, need proper maintenance to
ensure efficient operation. Periodic lubrication of the cutting blades is
important to offset the friction generated within the cutting head. Frequency of
lubrication will vary depending on the shred size and the amount of usage. A
strip-cut shredder receiving light use (1 – 2 hours per week) will require
lubrication only once or twice a month, while the same machine used 1 – 2
hours per day will require lubrication weekly. A cross-cut shredder should be
lubricated every ½ hour of shredding time to maintain maximum capacity and
efficiency.
The procedure for lubricating your shredder is simple, and can be performed
by any operator. The oil is packaged in a squeeze bottle and is applied
directly to the cutting blades through the feed opening (3). Run a fine stream
of lubricant from one side of the feed opening to the other. Run the shredder
in REVERSE for a few seconds to help distribute the lubricant evenly. You
can now continue shredding as usual.
DAHLE Shredder Oil is the only lubricant you should use in your paper
shredder. It has been specially formulated so as not to leave any residue that
could attract dust and clog the shredding mechanism. You can order DAHLE
Shredder Oil (item # 740) from your local dealer.
Repairs on your paper shredder should only be performed by qualified
technicians. If you need service, contact your local dealer, or you can
contact DAHLE USA Customer Service between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm EST at
(800) 995-1379.
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION
No Power ❶ Unit not unlocked Unlock Safety Button
and press reset
❷ Unit unplugged Connect to outlet
❸ Outlet dead Reset circuit breaker
❹ Door not fully closed Close Door
❺ Shred Bag full Change Shred Bag
Low capacity ❶ Cutting blades dry Lubricate cutting blades
according to instruction.
BEFORE YOU SHRED
• Read all instructions carefully.
• Record the Model and Serial Number in the space provided inside the
front cover of the booklet.
• Roll shredder into position
• Unscrew leveling feet (8) until shredder is level and stable.
• Lock Leveling Feet with Lock Nuts (7).
• Be sure the electrical outlet provides the proper power for your shredder
(see rating label on rear of shredder).
• Install Shred Bag (see: “CHANGING THE SHRED BAG”).
TURNING ON YOUR SHREDDER
① Turn key clockwise to unlock Red Safety Button (1).
② Press Reset Button (2).
③ Green Power Lamp (3) should light.
④ Shredder is now in the Stand-by mode.
⑤ Press Red Safety Button to Turn Shredder Off.
IF ANY OTHER PROBLEMS OCCUR, CALL YOUR AUTHORIZED DAHLE SERVICE DEALER
CAUTION: KEEP LOOSE GARMENTS, HAIR, JEWELRY, ETC. AWAY FROM FEED OPENING.
WARNING: DO NOT LET CHILDREN OPERATE THIS, OR ANY OTHER OFFICE EQUIPMENT
ALWAYS TURN SHREDDER OFF IF IT WILL BE UNATTENDED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME
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