Formax FD 8502CC, FD 8502SC User Manual

Safety Devices and Other Features

Formax Shredders are equipped with various safety features:

Automatic Reverse Rotation

When too much paper is inserted, the cutter stops operating and
automatically rotates in reverse to discharge the jammed paper.
The shredder will beep. Reduce the amount of paper and press START
to resume shredding.

Door Switch

If the door is open, the shredder will not operate and the “OPEN” LED
will light. Close the door and press START to resume operation.

Automatic Stop

When the waste bin is full, the “FULL” LED will light and the cutter stops
operation. Open the door, remove the waste bin and empty. Replace the
waste bin, close the door, and press START to resume operation.

Automatic Power Shut-Off

If the shredder operates continuously for more than 30 minutes, the
power is automatically shut off.

If the motor is overloaded, the ECO Mode LED will ash until it cools down. When the
ashing stops the shredder is ready to be used again.

Oil Indicator

The “MANUAL” LED will ash after every four (4) hours of operation as an indicator to
oil the shredder cutting blades. The LED will continue to ash until oiled. NOTE: the
shedder will still operate when the LED is ashing but at a decreased load capacity.

To oil: Spread shredder oil onto the cutters through the feed opening, and allow the
oil to sit for a few minutes to permeate the cutting blades, then press the “REV” button

and hold for ve seconds. “MANUAL” and “REV” LED indicators on control panel will

light. The shredder will operate in reverse for one minute, then the “AUTO” LED will light
indicating the shredder is ready.

FD 8502CC Cross-Cut Shredder
FD 8502SC Strip-Cut Shredder

Maintenance

• Disconnect power by pulling power cord plug from wall outlet.

• To clean the exterior, wipe the surface with a soft cloth. If the surface is very dirty, use

a neutral detergent, then wipe again with a soft cloth.

CAUTION:

• Never put water directly on the surface of the shredder.

• Never clean the case with benzene or thinner, since it will cause discoloration.

• Do not dismantle the shredder. Contact your Formax Dealer for service.

10/2014

OPERATOR MANUAL
SECOND EDITION

Specications

FD 8502CC FD 8502SC

Cutting Style: Cross Cut Strip Cut

Shred Size: 5/32” x 1 1/5” 5/32”

Sheet Capacity: 23 to 25 20 to 22

Speed: 35 feet per minute 33 feet per minute

Feed Opening: 16” 16”

Dimensions: 24” W x 20” D x 35” H 24” W x 20” D x 35” H

Bin Capacity: 26 gal. 26 gal.

Weight: 242 lbs. 242 lbs.

Security Level: Level 3 (HIPAA Compliant) Level 2

Power supply: 110V, 50/60Hz 110V, 50/60Hz

* Sheet capacity varies depending on paper and power supply

Set-up Guidelines

1. Install the shredder on a level surface, away from heat sources and direct sunlight.

2. Insert plug into wall outlet with the appropriate voltage, 110V. If the outlet is shared

with another electronic device, the total current should not exceed 30A (at 110V).

Operation

1. Flip the power switch “ON” located on the right side of the shredder.

2. Auto Start/Auto Stop
When the START button is pushed, the “AUTO” LED will light. Insert
paper to shred. The shredder will start and stop automatically when
using this function.

3. Manual Operation
If paper is too small for the shredder’s sensors to detect, shred it
manually. Push the START button once more and the “MANUAL” LED
will light. Insert paper to be shredded. Three minutes after shredding,
the cutter automatically stops rotating.

4. Reverse Operation
Push the REV button and the “REV” LED will light and cutters will
operate in reverse. If too much paper is inserted at one time in
standard modes, the shredder will automatically operate in reverse. If
this occurs, remove the inserted paper and shred in smaller amounts.
NOTE: The maximum amount of paper to be shredded differs
according to paper quality, humidity and voltage. If the shredder is to
be used continuously, do not insert more than half of the maximum capacity.

5. Full Sensor
If the waste bin is full, the “FULL” LED will light and the cutter will stop
automatically. Open the door, remove and empty the waste bin. Replace the waste
bin, close door, and press START to resume shredding.

ECO Mode

When the power switch on the right side of the shredder (see below) is initially turned

on, the shredder is automatically in ECO Mode. This energy-saving feature puts the
shredder into standby after 5 minutes of inactivity.

When the shredder is in standby, the ECO Mode LED on the control
panel will be lit.

To exit ECO Mode: Turn the power switch to the off position, then while pressing the
stop button turn the shredder back on, hold the stop button down until the shredder
beeps once and release. The Eco Mode indicator LED will go out indicating that the
shredder is no longer in Eco Mode. To re-engage Eco Mode simply turn the shredder
off and back on again.

Safety Precautions

To avoid personal injury, and damage to the shredder,
observe the following safety precautions. Please keep these
instructions for future reference.

NOTE: In case of emergency, ip the “Power Switch”

to cut off power and/or pull the plug out of the wall outlet.

Power switch

• Keep hands, long hair, clothing, ties, jewelry and loose items away from the feed
opening and shred outlet.

• Do not use the shredder for anything other than its intended purpose. Never use
it to shred cloth, plastic, cardboard or any hard material that will cause damage to
the shredder blades.

• Do not allow children to use the machine.

• Do not operate with a damaged power cord or plug, or when the machine is

damaged in any manner.

• Unplug the shredder when it is being moved, or if it is not in use for an extended
period of time.

• Do not disconnect the power by pulling only the cord. Hold the plug when
disconnecting.

• Keep the shredder away from direct sunlight.

• Do not sit on the shredder or place anything on top of it.

• Never open the xed switch or cover.