Owner’s Manual
8 Sheet Cross-Cut Shredder
RDS-15C8
Royal Sovereign International,Inc.
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Please read and retain these instructions.
Thank you for purchasing the Royal Sovereign 8 Sheet Manual Feed, Cross-Cut
Shredder, RDS-15C8. This manual will provide you with safetyinformation,
instructions for optimal use, and proper care and maintenance for your product.
Please read this manual carefully beforeoperating.
CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................... 3
PRODUCT VIEW ......................................................................................... 4
PRODUCT OPERATION ................................................................................. 5
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 6
SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................... 7
WARRANTY ............................................................................................. 8
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Read & Fully Understand This Owner’s Manual Before Using This Machine.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this machine follow these safety precautions to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury.
CAUTION
1. Do not attempt to shred materials other than paper or credit cards. Do not shred plastic (except credit cards),
newsprint, cardboard, paperclips, labels, tape, envelopes, or anything with glue or adhesives.
2. Do not exceed the recommended sheet capacity (8 sheets).
3. Do not operate if the electrical plug or power cord is damaged.
4. Do not under any circumstance alter the electric plug.
5. The cord should be secured behind the machine and not left exposed or dangling.
6. Do not pull on the cable to unplug.
7. Do not turn this machine on/off by connecting/disconnecting it from the source of electricity.
8. Turn off the power when unattended or not in use for an extended period of time.
9. Do not use aerosol dusters or cleaners. Do not use canned air on the shredder.
10. Empty the w aste bin frequently to avo id overloading it and p ossibly damaging the shredder cutting mechanism.
11. Continuous shredding of paper should not exceed 2 minutes. If continuous use is required, it is re commended that
the shredding time should be a max imum of 2 minutes on, followed by a minimum of 40 minutes cooling time to
allow for proper cooling of the motor.
WARNING
1. This machine should be properly grounded on a level surface indoors only.
2. The machine should be placed near the electrical outlet so that the outlet is easily accessible.
3. Make sure the voltage meets the machine’s e lectricity requirements (115 - 120 volt / 60 Hz).
4. Turn off the power or unplug the machine before maintenance, emptying the basket, or moving the unit.
5. Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
6. Do not immerse the machine in water or permit liquid to get inside the machine.
7. Do not operate the machine near water, any flammables, or heat-sensitive materials.
8. Do not block or put any materials on top of the machine.
9. Do not have any personal articles hanging around the machine, such as long hair, necklace, or clothing.
10. Do not place hands or fingers into the shredder opening as serious injury could result.
11. Never allow children to operate or play with this shredder.
12. Do not operate the machine for any other purpose other than its intended use.
13. It is recommended to remove all staples from paper before shredding. The shredder can cut staples, however continuous
shredding of these metal objects can lo dge in between cutting blades and hinder t he performance of the s hredder.
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PRODUCT OPERATION
1. Place the shredder on a flat, level surface.
2. Plug the power cable into the wall power outlet.
3. Place the switch in the “AUTO” position.
The switch has four settings:
a) When set to “AUTO”, the shredder will automatically begin shredding when paper is inserted into
the feed opening. The shredder will stop automatically once the paper is fully inserted.
b) The “REV” mode is used to assist in the removal of a possible paper jam. The unit will reverse the
shredding process to help clear the jam and clear the paper cutter.
c) In “FWD” mode, the shredder blades will continue rotating, even if no paper has entered. This helps
to clear any paper jams and remove paper pieces which may remain in the shredder blades.
d) The “OFF” position should be selected when emptying the wastebasket or when the shredder is not
in use for a prolonged period of time.
NOTE: This unit shreds 8 sheets at a time. When shredding small items such as envelopes or credit card
receipts, please insert them through the middle of the feed opening.
NOTE: The Overheat LED light will turn on if continuous shredding is longer than 2 minutes. The unit will
stop shredding as a safety precaution to prevent overheating of the shredder motor. You can continue
shredding once the Overheat LED light turns off (40 minutes).
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