Homedics BD-AF7500 Black & Decker 75 Sheet Auto Feed Shredder User Manual
Please read these instructions before use
Thank you for buying a Black & Decker paper shredder. Black & Decker paper shredders have become the benchmark for innovation, performance and quality to protect against identity theft. We have taken great care in designing and engineering a product to meet and exceed your needs.
To ensure years of safe, efficient performance, please read these important product usage and safety instructions.
Customer Service
Black & Decker has a toll-free help line for customers living in the United States and Canada if you have any questions regarding our product. Our customer service phone number is 1-800-297-5028 or visit our website at www.blackanddeckershredders.com.
The Following Are Important Safety Instructions.Read All Instructions Before Using.
WARNING: Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away.WARNING: To reduce risk of fire, electrical shock or injury:NEVER allow children to operate a paper shredder, even under adult supervision. A paper shredder is NOT a toy.DO NOT use flammable synthetic oil, petroleum-based products or aerosols of any kind on or near product at any time.DO NOT operate any electrical product with a damaged cord.AVOID getting jewelry, hair or loose clothing too close to feed slot as serious injury can occur.DO NOT handle plug or product with wet hands.ALWAYS keep children and pets away from the shredder.ALWAYS unplug shredder when not in use.DO NOT attempt to feed more sheets of paper than specified on the feeder.DO NOT attempt to shred materials other than paper or credit cards.ALWAYS empty the wastebasket prior to becoming full.DO NOT place shredder near heat or water source.DO NOT open shredder head to attempt repair: It could expose you to electric shock and will void your warranty.ALWAYS secure your shredder to studs when mounting on the wall.The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
WARNING ICONS: The icons on top of the shredder warn the user of the potential dangers if the shredder is used improperly
Setup
- Optional castors are provided for product mobility. To attach, align each castor post (9) with a respective hole on the bottom of the unit. Push each castor down into the hole until it clicks into place. (Product will function without castors.)
- Plug power cord into outlet. Turn master power switch (1) into the “On” position (“—”). This switch is located on the side of the unit.
- Raise Auto Feed Tray (2) into the upright position until you hear it lock into place. 4. When green POWER light (3) is on and all red error lights are off, the shredder is ready for use.
Operation
Only one shredder slot can be used at a time. Attempting to use two slots at the same time will cause the shredder to stop and the red Over Load light to illuminate.
TO USE AUTO FEED, place a stack of up to 75 sheets of paper into the auto feed tray (2). The shredder will beep for 3-5 seconds as it senses the load in the tray. No further action is necessary.
Please note:
- All paperclips and staples must be at the top of the paper (furthest away from the shredder opening).
- Do not insert additional paper into the Auto Feed tray when it is already in use.
TO USE MANUAL FEED, insert up to 6 sheets of paper into the manual feed slot (4).
TO SHRED CDS/DVDS OR CREDIT CARDS, insert object into the front slot (5).
TO EMPTY BIN, turn the master power off (“O”) using the master power switch (1) and remove the bin. Replace bin once empty and turn power switch to On (“—”) to continue shredding.
TO USE MANUAL REVERSE OR FORWARD, hold the reverse or forward button (6) down for the shredder to continue shredding in the desired mode.
Changing between reverse and forward will result in a 2-3 second delay as the blades change direction.
To clear a paper jam, see Troubleshooting section .
Product Information
Sheet capacity: Auto Feed tray = 75 sheets up to 8.5” wide
Manual Feed slot = 6 sheets up to 8.5” wide
One folded sheet of paper equates to 2 sheets of paper.
Credit card, CD/DVD = 1 at a time
Paper shred size: .12” x .35” (3mmx9mm)
Voltage: 120
Maximum run time: 30 minutes
Cool down time: 45 minutes
INDICATOR LIGHTS:
- POWER – indicates that the shredder is on. The shredder will not operate when the green power light is off.
- BIN FULL – indicates that the bin is full. The shredder will not operate when the bin is full.
- OVER HEAT – indicates that the shredder needs to cool down before further operation. The run time for this shredder is 30 minutes, with a 45 minute cool down.
- OVER LOAD – indicates that there is too much paper in the shredder slot. The shredder will stop shredding and then automatically reverse if there is an overload. Clear the paper and then insert the allowable number of sheets. (See troubleshooting for clearing the paper.) Light will aslo illuminate if two shredder slots are used simutaneously.
- CHECK LOCK– indicates that the toggle lock (10) is in the open position. Turn the toggle counterclockwise to the locked (horizontal) position. The toggle must be in the locked position for the shredder to operate.
This product is designed to shred paper, staples, small paper clips, credit cards, CDs and DVDs. It is not intended to shred large paper clips, continuous forms, adhesive labels, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard, sealed envelopes, folded paper, or or any plastic other than credit cards. Using it for these purposes is likely to cause irreparable damage.
Maintenance
Regular emptying of the bin is important to ensure the smooth operation of the cutting cylinders. The shredder will not operate when the bin is full. Regular oiling is also necessary for proper performance. It is recommended to use shredder oil every few weeks. Apply across shredder entry, then run a single sheet through. Shredder oil can be purchased by calling 1-800-297-5028.
Cleaning
Always unplug the shredder before cleaning!
- Only clean the shredder by wiping the unit with a dry soft cloth or towel.
- Do not clean or immerse shredder in water. Getting the unit wet may result in damage or malfunction to the electrical components. If the shredder happens to get wet, be sure to completely dry the unit immediately with a soft cloth or towel. If shredder does get wet, it should be left unplugged for several hours.
- Never use anything flammable to clean the shredder. This may result in serious injury or damage to the shredder.
Troubleshooting
If you have a problem with your shredder, check the symptoms and remedies below.If you cannot solve the problem this way, contact Black & Decker paper shredders Customer Service. Do not open shredder head to attempt repair: It could expose you to electric shock and will void your warranty.
Homedics BD-AF7500 Black & Decker 75 Sheet Auto Feed Shredder User Manual – Homedics BD-AF7500 Black & Decker 75 Sheet Auto Feed Shredder User Manual –
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