ProAction OS601S Instruction manual

– Paper Shredder

Installation & User Instructions

– Please keep for future reference 913/0146

Important – Please read these instructions fully before installing or using

These instructions contain important information which will help you get the best from your
appliance and ensure safe and correct installation, use and maintenance.

If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the

Customer Helpline: 0345 640 0800

Issue 1 – 10/12/12

Contents

Safety Information 2
Parts 3
Installation 4-5

Location 4
Electrical Connection 5

User Instructions 6-7

Before first use 6
Using your appliance 6

Care and Maintenance 8

General 8

Trouble Shooting 8
Technical Specifications 9

Disposal information 9

Guarantee 10

Product codes

OS601S-10L

1

Safety Information

mportant

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tructions fully before installation

During use

I

Before use

 Dispose of all packaging carefully and

responsibly.

 The appliance is designed for indoor use only

Do not use outdoor.

 This appliance is designed for household use.

 Do not use the appliance for industrial and

commercial use, or any other purpose.

 The appliance MUST be positioned on a firm

level base.

 Please use the shredder with a correct power

supply.

 Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

 Keep the power cord away from hot surface.

 Do not immerse the machine in water or any

other liquid to protect against electric shock.

 Keep children away from th

machine should be operated by adults only.

 Please don't spay any flammable gas or oil on

this shredder, it may cause a fire.

 Do not allow this appliance to be exposed to rain

or moisture.

 Please unplug the shredder when emptying the

waste bin or non-in use or moving the shredder.

Please read these ins

e machine. This

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 WARNING!

ties, jewellery, long hair or other loose objects
away from opening, injury may result!

 Never insert fingers into opening. Serious injury

may result!

 Please keep soft cloths and ties far away from the

paper entry.

 Please keep your hair far away from the shredder.

 Always operate on a flat horizontal surface.

 This appliance is not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or
experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

 This appliance is not intended for use by young

children or infirm persons unless they have been
adequately supervised by a responsible person to
ensure that they can use the appliance safely.
Young children should be supervis
that they do not play with the appliance.

 Do not operate the appliance with a damaged

cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions,
or has been damaged in any manner.

 Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself.

Contact the Customer Helpline: 0345 640 0800.

Keep all loose articles of clothing,

mental capabilities, or lack of

ed to ensure

2

Part

Please familiarize yourself with the parts and accessories listed below

Accessories included

1. Function slide switch (AUTO, OFF and REV) 3. Viewing window

2. Paper in throat

4. Waste bin

Instructions x 1

3

Installation

Location

Caution: Always operate this product on

a flat horizontal surface.

Ÿ Carefully remove all packaging materials and

dispose of correctly.

Ÿ Ensure the supply cable is not caught under

the appliance.

Ÿ Do not operate under or near curtains or other

combustible materials

Ÿ Do not place the appliance near a heat source

or in direct sunlight.

4

Installation

Electrical connection

Any electrical work that is required to
install this appliance MUST be carried out by
a qualified electrician.

Before making any electrical connections,
ensure that:

 Do not bend, stretch or pull the supply cable to

avoid electric shock.

 Ensure the power socket is suitable for the

maximum power of the machine.

 The supply voltage should be the same as that

indicated in the technical specifications an
the appliance rating plate.

 If the socket ou

suitable for the plug supplied with this unit
check with a qualified electrician for
replacement.

 The use of adapters, multiple connectors or

extension cables are not recommended.

 The appliance must be connected to a 220-

240 volt 50Hz AC supply by means of a three
pin socket, suitably earthed and protected by a
3 amp fuse.

 Should th

fuse approved to BS1362 must be used.

 The plug contains a removab

must be refitted when the fuse is replaced. If
the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the plug
must not be used until a replacement cover
has been fitted or the plug is replaced.

 A damaged plug should be cut off as close to

the plug body as possible, the fuse should be
removed and the plug

tlets in your home are not

e fuse need to be replaced, a 3 amp

le fuse cover that

disposed of safely.

d

Plug replacement (UK & Ireland only)

Should you need to replace the plug; the wires in
the power cable are coloured in the following
way:

Bl

ue – Neutral ‘N’

Brown – Live ‘L’

As the colours of the wires in the power cable
may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, and
proceed as follows:

The blue wire must be connected to the terminal
that i

s marked with the letter N.

The brown wire must be connected to the
terminal that is marked with the letter L.

If power supply cord is damaged, it must
replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similar q
avoid a hazard.

ualified person in order to

5

User Instructions

Before first use

Setting up the shredder

1. Remove the shredder from the packaging

and unwind the cord to its full length.

2. Place the waste bin on a firm level surface in

a stable upright position.

3. Take the main unit and put it onto the waste

bin. Ensure that the alignment marks on the
shredder head and waste bin are in line.

4. Make sure the function switch is at “OFF”

position.

5. Connect the plug to the 220-240V AC mains.

Using your appliance

1. AUTO mode

Ÿ To use this mode, turn the function switch to

“Auto”.

Ÿ Feed the paper into the paper in-throat, the

micro-switch in the throat will be pressed.

Ÿ The shredder will operate to shred the paper.
Ÿ Once all the papers have been shredded, it will

stop itself.

Ÿ When the motor is over heated, the machine

will be shut off automatically, after a cool down
time of 40 minutes around, the machine can
be started working again.

NOTE: The maximum paper can be fed
are 5 sheets. Should the shredder be overfed,
it will stop working due to paper jam.

OVERHEAT SAFETY DEVICE

Your shredder is fitted with a safety device that
switches off the unit in event of overload.
Should the unit stop working, turn the unit off
and unplug from the mains. Allow the motor to
cool down to room temperature (approx. 40mins)
before resuming operation.

If the unit fails to operate or the safety device
switches the unit off again, return the unit to your
nearest service center for examination or repair.

6

Using your appliance

User Instructions

2. OFF MODE

Ÿ To switch off the shredder, turn the function

switch to “OFF” position.

3. REVERSE mode

Ÿ Turn the function switch to “REV” position.
Ÿ The cutting blade in shredder will run in

reverse direction.

Paper jam

Ÿ Turn the function switch to “REV” position to

let the cutting blade running in reverse
direction. Then the paper will come out from
the throat.

Ÿ Pull out the paper carefully to clear the throat.
Ÿ Once the jammed paper is removed, turn the

function switch to “AUTO” position for normal
operation.

Empty the waste bin

Ÿ Switch off the unit and disconnect from the AC

mains.

Ÿ Remove the main unit from the bin and put on

the floor.

Ÿ Empty the bin.
Ÿ Place the bin on the floor after empty and put

the main unit back. Make sure it is positioning
in good condition.

Ÿ Connect to the AC mains.

Note: Always empty the bin while it is
full to avoid hazard.

7

Care and Maintenance

General

maintenance.

 Never use any sharp instruments or abrasive substances, soap, household cleaner, detergent or wax

polish for cleaning.

 Use luke warm water to clean the cabinet of the appliance and wipe it dry.
 Never clean the appliance with flammable fluids. It could cause a damage and fire hazard.
 Ensure the unit is dry before connect to the mains.

Important: Always unplug the appliance from the power socket during cleaning and

Trouble Shooting

In the unlikely event of difficulties with your appliance please follow the trouble shooting guide below. If
the problem persists, contact the retailer if the machine is still under guarantee on 0345 640 0800.

Problem Possible cause Solution

Appliance does not
start

 The mains plug is not plugged in.
 Fuses of the electrical system at

home open.

 Overheat protection device is

activated.

 Insert the mains plug.
 Check the protection devices and

fuses.

 Allow the motor to cool down to

room temperature (approx. 40mins)
before resuming operation. Do not
overfed the shredder.

Motor is running but
cannot shred the
papers

 Waste bin is full.  Empty the waste bin.

8

Technical Specifications

Model OS601S-10L

Voltage 220-240 V~ 50Hz
Paper entry width 220 mm
Shred size 6 mm (Strip)
Shred paper capacity 5 sheets (80 gsm, A4)
Shred speed 3 m /min

Accept credit card
Accept staples No

Accept CD No
Waste bin Volume 10 Litre
Noise level 72 dB
Duty cycle Approximate 2 minutes
Net weight 1.5kg
Dimension 292 x 142 x 326 mm

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by any minor inconsistencies in these instructions, which may
occur as a result of product improvements and development.

This appliance complies with the following EEC directives:
2006/95/EEC Low voltage directive
2004/108/EEC EMC directive

Yes

Disposal information

The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as
household waste. Instead it should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more detailed information about recycling this product, please contact your local
council office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where the product was
purchased.

Guarantee

This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of

PRODUCT GUARANTEE

Year

This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase.

Any defect that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship will either be replaced,

refunded or repaired free of charge where possible during this period by the dealer from

whom you purchased the unit.

The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:

Ÿ The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, cabinet parts, knobs or

consumable items.

Ÿ The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the instructions

contained in this manual.

Ÿ It must be used solely for domestic purpose.

Ÿ The guarantee will be rendered invalided if the product is re-sold or has been damaged by

inexpert repair.

Ÿ Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Ÿ The manufacturer disclaims any liability for the incidental or consequential damages.

Ÿ The guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.

Guarantor: Argos Ltd

489 - 499 Avebury Boulevard

Central Milton Keynes

MK9 2NW