Fellowes T580C User Manual

T580C

Please read these instructions before use

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for buying a Fellowes Personal Shredder. We have
made many improvements in our personal shredder since its
introduction in 1990 as the first of its kind on the market.
We are confident that it offers you the greatest value for your
money in its product category today. We hope it meets – or even
exceeds – your expectations.

To ensure years of safe, efficient use, please read these few
pages about your new shredder. If this manual doesn’t answer
all your questions or if you wish to comment on this product, we
welcome your call or letter.

Sincerely,

James Fellowes
CEO

Contents

Product Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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Product Profile

This product is built to shred

cards

. It is not built to take paper clips, continuous forms,
adhesive labels, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard or any
plastic other than credit cards. Using it for these purposes is
likely to cause damage.

paper, staples, and credit

Sheet capacity* 6 sheets
Paper shred size 5/32" x 2" (3.9 x 50 mm)
Maximum paper width 9" (230 mm)
Recommended daily capacity 25-50 shredding passes
Maximum running time 8 minutes
Automatic cool-down period 15 minutes
Voltage 120 V / 2.5 Amps

* Based on 20 lb., 8-1/2" x 11" paper with shredder operating at rated voltage; heavier paper, high humidity, or other

than rated voltage may reduce sheet capacity.

Confetti-cut

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

While assembling shredder

• Check shredder for damage or defects; some paper particles in the basket are
normal due to product testing and does not indicate a defect.

• Do not use this product if the cord has been damaged in any way.

• Avoid touching exposed blades on underside of confetti-cut shredder head.

• Remove all packing material before using shredder.

• Plug power cord in an outlet that can easily be reached.

• Do not place shredder near or over a heat or water source.

While operating shredder

• Keep hands and hanging objects (jewelry, ties, loose clothing,
long hair, etc.) away from paper entry.

• Keep children and pets away from the shredder.

When not in use

• Always turn off and unplug shredder

• Unplug before emptying basket

• Do not open shredder head: Danger of electric shock.

NOTE:

Do not use flammable synthetic oil, petroleum-based products

or aerosols of any kind on or near product at any time.

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Set-Up

This shredder will operate only when used with the supplied basket. The supplied bas­ket has a built-in safety feature which prevents the shredder from operating if used
with any other basket.

• Shredder comes completely assembled.

• Remove all packing materials before using shredder.

• Basket must be pushed all the way in to operate.

Operation

For convenience, your shredder is equipped with an
This means that when the control switch (5) is in the automatic [I] position, the shred­der will start running when you put paper into it and stop a few seconds after the
paper has passed through. Because the sensor cannot tell the difference between
paper and other objects, this feature can also be a hazard, especially to children and
pets. To avoid accidents, turn off the shredder as soon as you are finished. Unplug
shredder if it will not be used for an extended period.

To shred

• Plug in shredder with control switch (5) in off [O] position.

• Press control switch to automatic [I] position; cutting cylinders will run for 1-2 seconds .

• Feed paper straight into entry (1), until the shredder automatically begins shredding;
see Product Profile for limits on paper width, shreddable items, sheet capacity, etc.

• Shred for no more than 8 minutes; shredding longer will cause the shredder to turn
itself off for 15 minutes to cool down.

• Press control switch to off [O] position after shredding has stopped.

automatic-start sensor (7)

.

In case of a
fied capabilities, press the control switch to the off [O] position and empty the basket
if full. Then:

1) Press and hold control switch in reverse [R] position and attempt to back paper out

2) If shredder jams in reverse mode, press control switch to automatic [I] position and

3) If shredder jams again, alternate control switch slowly between reverse [R] and auto-

If you are unable to clear the jam using this method, turn off and unplug the shred­der; remove the wastebasket from cabinet and carefully remove any paper extending
below the cutting cylinders; empty the wastebasket; insert wastebasket and repeat jam
clearing procedure.

paper jam

of shredder.

attempt to continue shredding operation.

matic [I] positions to attempt to move jammed paper completely through shredder.

, which may occur if the shredder is pushed beyond its speci-

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Maintenance

Regular emptying of the basket

the cutting cylinders. If you can see paper in the basket window (8), turn off the shred­der, pull out the basket and empty basket contents.

Regular oiling of the shredder

If you are running the shredder at or near capacity, we recommend oiling it monthly.
Using Fellowes Powershred Lubricant #35250 or other non-aerosol vegetable-based
oil in a long-nozzle container:

• Apply oil over full width of paper entry (1) with shredder in off [O] position.

• Press control switch to automatic [I] position which will cause shredder to
run for about 2 seconds.

• Press and hold control switch in reverse [R] position for 3-5 seconds.

• Repeat above automatic [I] and reverse [R] sequence three times.

is important to ensure the smooth operation of

is also necessary to ensure proper performance.

REMINDER:

or aerosol lubricants of any kind in or near the shredder at any time.

Do not use flammable synthetic oil, petroleum-based products

Troubleshooting

If you have a problem with your shredder, check the symptoms and remedies below. If
you cannot solve the problem this way, contact Fellowes Customer Service.

open shredder head

shock and will void your warranty.

Symptom

Shredder does not start or stops while
shredding.

Shredder squeaks, grinds or runs below
capacity.

Shredder continues to run for a few seconds
after shredding has been completed.

to attempt repair: It could expose you to serious electric

Remedy

• Make sure shredder is plugged in and
switch is in automatic [I] position.

• If paper appears to be jammed.
Follow instructions under Operation.

• Shredder has exceeded the maximum
run time and requires a “cool-down”
time. See Product Usage Guide
(page 3).

• Check basket position; basket must be
pushed all the way in the cabinet.
Follow instructions under

• Oil cutting cylinders. Follow instruc­tions under

• Check window. If paper is visible,
empty basket. Follow instructions
under Maintenance.

No action required. This is a self-

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cleaning function.

Maintenance.

Do not

Set-Up.

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Limited Warranty

Fellowes, Inc. warrants the cutting cylinders of the machine to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for
consumer. Fellowes warrants all other parts of the machine to be free of defects in
material and workmanship for
sumer. If any part is found to be defective during the warranty period, your sole and
exclusive remedy will be repair or replacement, at Fellowes’ option and expense, of
the defective part.

This warranty does not apply in cases of abuse, mishandling or unauthorized repair.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THAT OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE APPROPRI­ATE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. IN NO EVENT SHALL FELLOWES BE
LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ATTRIBUTABLE TO
THIS PRODUCT. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other
legal rights that vary from this warranty. The duration, terms and conditions of this
warranty are valid worldwide, except where different limitations, restrictions or condi­tions may be required by local law.

To obtain service under this warranty, please contact us (see back cover) or your
dealer.

5 years

1 year

from the date of purchase by the original

from the date of purchase by the original con-

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© 2004 Fellowes. Printed in China. Form No. 400827