DAHLE 20434 DS Instruction Manual

Dahle 20434DS Level 6

CrossCut High Security

Deployment Paper Shredder

with FREE Oil

Instruction Manual

Deployment Shredder

20434 DS

OPERATION MANUAL

20434.90.0182 – 02/05-

Congratulations

on your purchase of a DAHLE 20434 Deploymen t Sh r edder!

We here at DAHLE North America are dedicated to providing rugged and
dependable products for the large, and not so large office. We are sure your new
DAHLE 20434 Deployment Shredder will meet or exceed your expectations of
quality and service.

If you have any questions regarding your new DAHLE paper shredder, call your
sales representative, or call DAHLE N.A. Customer Service, toll free, at (800)
995-1379 between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday, EST.

Record the serial number for y ou r records in the space provided below.

20434 DS

Serial Number: __________________________

DIAGRAM KEY

1. Feed Opening

2. Light Barrier

3. On/Off/Reverse

4. Warn in g LED in d i c at or (D r aw e r ful l , Drawer ajar )

5. Power Light

6. Transport Bolts

7. Drawer pull

8. Drawer

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SHREDDER

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•

Read the operating instructions carefully before operating your shredder!

• Do not use in the vicinity of flammable liquids or gases.

•

Do not use in the vi ci ni t y of corr o si ve mat er i al s.

•

Do not expose to water or wet conditions.

•

Do not let children operate this, or any other, office equipment.

• Do not reach into the cutting mechanism during operation –
not even from the top or with objects.

•

Do not operate the shredder for a period of more than 5 minutes in no-

load operation (operation without paper).

• Keep hair clear of machine.

•

Keep neckties clear of machine.

•

Keep bracelets, or any other jewelry, clear of machine.

•

Power connection must be accessible at all times.

•

Disconne ct from power supply before se rvicing.

• The safety devices must not be disabled or removed.

BEFORE YOU SHRED

Remove Transport Bolts (6) with wrench provide d.

•

Read all instructions carefully.

•

Record the Serial Number in the space provided inside the front cover.

•

Be sure the electrical outlet provides the proper power for your shredder (see
rating label on rear of shredder).

ALWAYS TURN SHREDDER OFF IF IT WILL BE UNATTENDED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME

TURNING ON YOUR SHREDDER

①

ON, OFF and RE VERSE are controlled by the black

Rocker Switch (3) on the top of the shredder.

②

Moving the switch to the “I” (ON) position
places the shredder in the standby mode.
Note: Shredder will run momentarily.
③ Moving the switch to the center or “O” (OFF)
position turns the shredder off.
④ The REVERSE position “R” will be discu ssed
in “CLEARING A PAPER JAM”.

SHREDDING

Turn shredder on. Insert paper squarely into
Feed Opening (1). A light barrier (2) will auto­matically activate the shredding mechanism.
Continue feeding paper into the Feed Opening
until the shredding mech a ni sm begi n s to
draw the paper in. At this point, allow the paper
to feed into the shredder on its own. Once the
paper has passed completely through the shredding
mechanism, the e l e ctronic control s will automati ca l ly stop the machin e.

Microfiche and transparencies can also be shredded in the same manner as
paper. However, you should shred a piece of paper after every 8 or 10 sheets of
plastic. This helps clean plastic particles out of the shredding mechanism.

ALWAYS TURN SHREDDER OFF IF IT WILL BE UNATTENDED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME

CAPACITY

Capacity is the number of sheets of 8½” x 11” paper that can be shredded at one
time. These figures are approximate and machines may vary slightly due to
various conditions. It is no t rec omm ended that you try to run your shredder at
maxim um capacity, as this incr eases the chance of a paper jam.

Model
20434 DS 4 6

20 Lb. Bond 16 Lb. Bond

EMPTYING THE DRAWER

When the drawer (8) is full, the shredder will automatically shut off. The
electronics will cause the amber Warning LED Indicator to light. Emptying the
drawer is quick and easy if you follow these simple directions.

① Turn shredder off
②

Shake the drawer (8) several ti m es using the grip (7).
③ Pull out the drawer carefully of the cabinet till you notice a limit
stop and then lift it upward out of the stracks.

④

Empty the drawer.

⑤ Re-install the emptied drawer back into the cabinet in reverse order.
⑥ Turn on shredder and continue shredding.

IT IS NOT RECOOEND RUNNING SHREDDERS AT MAXIMUM CAOACITY

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 lubri cation 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 fro m 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 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 or by calling Dahle North

America, Inc. at [phone].

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 North America Customer Service between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm EST at
[phone].

CLEARING A PAPER JAM

If too many sheets of paper are fed into your shredder at one time, it may cause
a paper jam. Running your shredder at maximum capacity increases the chance
of a paper jam. If a paper jam occurs, it is easy to clear by following these simple
steps:

①Turn shredder off using ON/OFF/REVERSE switch (3)
②

Firmly pull on paper sticking out of Feed Opening while holding
ON/OFF/REVERSE switch in the REVERSE (R) position.
③ After paper has been removed from the Feed Opening, move
the ON/OFF/REVERSE switch back to the ON (I) position.

④

Separate som e of the sh ee t s and co nti n ue shre ddi n g.

NOTE: S HRED DE R W IL L NO T O P ERA T E UNL ES S DRA WER IS COMP LET EL Y CLO S ED

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION

No Power ❶ ON/OFF Switch set to Move Switch to “I” (on)
wrong position position.
❷ Unit unplugged Connect to outlet
❸ Outlet dead Reset circuit breaker
❹ Drawer not

fully closed Close drawer
❺ Drawer full Empty drawer

Low capacity ❶ Cutting blades dry Lubricate cuttin g blades
according to instructions.

DAHLE SHREDDER SUPPLIES AND ACCESSORIES

Shredder Oil

740 Box of 4 - 16oz. Bottles

740G Box of 4 - 1gal Bottles

(All Models)

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SHREDDER

Dahle North America, Inc.

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Peterbor ough, NH 03458

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