Black & Decker BD-150 Instructions Manual

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NO

FASTENERS

NO FLAMMABLE

CLEANING AGENTS

KEEP

CHILDREN AWAY

NO LOOSE
CLOTHING

NO FINGERS
OR HANDS

NO
HAIR

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SKU #BD-150

Sheet capacity: 10 20 lb. pages in one pass
Paper shred size: .16” x 1.38”

4mm x 45mm

Setup

• Check shredder for damage or defects; some particles of paper are normal due to
product testing.

• Plug the power cord into any easily reached standard outlet.

• To use, slide power switch on top to “Auto” position.

• Close the main bin.

• Place paper for shredding into the designated slot.

NOTE: Maximum sheet capacity for insertion is 10 sheets of 20 lb. paper in a single pass.

To Shred Credit Cards, CDs and DVDs

• To shred CDs and DVDs open protective cover over separate opening and insert item
using convenient guides.

ALWAYS unplug before emptying bin.

Customer Service

Black & Decker has a toll-free help line for customers living in the United States
and Canada. Our customer service phone number is 1-800 -297-5028 or visit our website

at www.blackanddeckers hredders.com.

Troubleshooting

If you have a problem with your shredder, check the symptoms and remedies below.
If you cannot solve the problem this way, contact Black & Decker paper shredders
Customer Service.

Do not open shredder head to att empt repair: It could ex pose
you to electric shock and will void yo ur warranty.

- Oil cutting cylinders. Shredder squeaks, grinds or runs

below capacity.

- No action required. This is a self-cleaning function.Shredder continues to run for
1 or 2 seconds after shredding
has been completed.

Symptom Remedy

- Make sure shredder is plugged in.

- Make sure power switch is in “Auto” position.

- Make sure bin is fully closed.

- Check to see if bin is full. If bin is full, empty bin and

replace. Follow instructions under maintenance.

- Check to see if either bin is overfull which could result

in a jam. If so, empty.

- If you are unable to clear the jam, turn off and unplug

the shredder. Slowly and carefully pull the remaining
paper out. Forcefully removing the paper is likely to
cause irreparable damage to the shredder.

Shredder does not start or stops
while shredding.

Paper jams.

Thank you for buying a Black & Decker paper shredder. Black & Decker

paper shredders have become the benchmark for innovation, performance

and quality to protect against identity theft. We have taken great care in
designing and engineering a product to meet and exceed your needs.

To ensure years of safe, efficient performance, please read

these important product usage and safety instructions.

If you have any questions regarding the product, please feel free to

call toll-free 1-800-297-5028.

WA R N I NG

ALWAYS K EEP OUT OF REA CH OF C HIL DRE N

WARNING ICONS:

The icons on top of the shredder warn the user of the potential dangers if the shredder
is used improperly.

WA R N I NG

WA R N IN G

WARNING: Hazardous moving p arts. Keep fingers and ot her body parts away.
WARNING: To reduce risk of fire, electr ical shock or injury:
NEVER allow children to operate a paper sh redder, even under adult supervision.
A paper shredder is NOT a toy.
DO NOT use flammable synthetic oil, p etroleum-based produc ts or aerosols of any kind

on or near product at any time.

DO NOT operate any electrical produ ct with a damaged cord.
ALWAYS keep the power cord clear of the shredder opening.
AVOID getting jewelry, hair or loose clothing too close to feed slot as serious injury can occur.
DO NOT handle plug or product with wet han ds.
ALWAYS keep children and pets away from the shredder.
ALWAYS unplug shredder when not in use.
DO NOT attempt to feed more sheets of p aper than specified on the fe eder.
DO NOT attempt to shred materials other than pap er, credit cards and CD’s.
DO NOT hold CD or DVD with finger through the ce nter ring while feeding into shredder.
ALWAYS empty the waste bin prior to becoming full.
DO NOT place shredder near heat or water source.
DO NOT open shredder head to attempt rep air: It could expose you to elec tric shock and

will void your warranty.
ALWAYS unplug your unit before cleaning. Strong cleaning chemicals shoul d not be used.
The socket-outlet shall be installed n ear the equipment and shall be easily accessib le.

The Following are Important Safety Instructions.

Read All Instructions Before Using.

HoMedics, Inc.
3000 Pontiac Trail
Commerce Township, MI 48390

Black & Decker and the Black & Decker logo
are trademarks of The Black & Decker Corporation
and are used under license. All rights reserved.

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SKU #BD-150

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LIMITED

LIFETIME

WARRANTY

LIFETIME FOR

CUTTER

ONE YEAR FOR

PRODUCT

SKU #BD-150

Please read these instructions before use

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Product Information

This product is designed to shred paper, staples, small paper clips, credit cards, CDs and DVDs.
It is not intended to shred large paper clips, continuous forms, adhesive labels, transparencies,
newspaper, cardboard or any other plastic other than credit cards. Using it for these purposes
is likely to cause irreparable damage. Please do not attempt to shred more than 10 sheets/1 CD
or DVD at a time. Shredder should not run more than 200 sheets/50 disks continuously. Items
should be centered and unit will begin and end shredding automatically. All disks should use
specific entry as noted on your shredder.

Maintenance

It is important to empty the waste bin regularly to ensure the smooth ope ration of the
cutting cylinders. The shredder will not oper ate when the bin is full. Regular oiling
is also necessary for proper performance. It is recommen ded to use the shredder oil
every few weeks.

Maximum running time: 3 minutes
Automatic cool-down period: 30 minutes
Voltage: 120

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Shred one CD at a time

Shred 10 sheets of paper or
one credit card at a time

Hang the CD Waste Bin in this way

Limited Lifetime Warranty

WHO IS COVERED:

HoMedics does not authorize anyone, including but not limited to, retailers; the subsequent purchaser of the
product from a retailer; or remote purchasers to obligate HoMedics in any way beyond the terms set forth herein.
This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the Black & Decker paper shredder and does not extend
to retailers.

HOW LONG DOES COVERAGE LAST:

HoMedics warrants that the product will be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and
service for the period of 1 year from the date of original purchase; the cutter blades specifically are warranted
against defects in manufacture and workmanship for the life of the original purchaser from the date of original
purchase, except as noted below.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

This warranty does not cover damage caused by: misuse or abuse; accident; the attachment of any unauthorized
accessory; alteration to the product; improper installation; unauthorized repairs or modifications; improper use of
electrical/power supply; loss of power; dropped product; malfunction or damage of an operating part from
failure to provide manufacturer's recommended maintenance; transportation damage; theft; neglect; vandalism;
or environmental conditions; loss of use during the period the product is at a repair facility or otherwise awaiting
parts or repair; or any other conditions whatsoever that are beyond the control of HoMedics. Please consult the
manual for shredder maintenance instructions.

This warranty does not extend to the purchase of opened, used, repaired, repackaged and/or resealed products,
including but not limited to sale of such products on Internet auction sites and/or sales of such products by
surplus or bulk resellers. Any and all warranties or guarantees shall immediately cease and terminate as to any
products or parts thereof which are repaired, replaced, altered, or modified, without the prior express and written
consent of HoMedics.

HOW TO GET SERVICE:

To obtain warranty service on your product, visit www.blackanddeckershredders.com or call the toll-free
customer service line at 1-800-297-5028.

This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the country in which the product is
purchased. A product that requires modifications or adoption to enable it to operate in any other country than
the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or repair of products
damaged by these modifications is not covered under this warranty.

THE WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY. THERE SHALL BE NO OTHER
WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OR ANY
OTHER OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE COMPANY WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY.
HOMEDICS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. IN NO
EVENT SHALL THIS WARRANTY REQUIRE MORE THAN THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY PART OR PARTS
WHICH ARE FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE WARRANTY. NO REFUNDS WILL BE
GIVEN. IF REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR DEFECTIVE MATERIALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, HOMEDICS RESERVES THE RIGHT
TO MAKE PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS IN LIEU OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT.

This warranty provides you with specific legal rights. You may have additional rights which may vary from state to
state. Because of individual state regulations, some of the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.