Why is my shredder not working?
If this doesn’t help or your shredder doesn’t have a reverse function, try turning it off and unplugging it. Dust-free paper shredder blades. Turn on your paper shredder again and check if the paper shredder is unjammed. If it is, also lubricate the paper shredder blades to make sure the cutting blades run smoothly.
How do you troubleshoot a shredder?
What if my shredder paper jam cannot fix itself?
- Unplug your shredder.
- Remove the top shredding section.
- Use a pair of tweezers to remove all jammed strands of paper from the blades.
- Cut all curled pieces of paper.
- If plastic is causing the jam, use a screwdriver to clear the block.
- Use shredder oil to lubricate the blades.
What does yellow light on Fellowes shredder mean?
The yellow sensor light should turn on, indicating that the SafeSense® feature is working. If your unit features a SafeSense® override switch and the SafeSense® light is flashing continuously, this indicates that the SafeSense® feature is in the override position.
Why did my shredder stop working?
The machine suddenly stops in the middle of a job. If this occurs, chances are your shredder just needs a break. Most of the smaller ones lack continuous-duty motors and can need as many as 20 minutes before they’re ready to go again. You should also check to see if the machine is jammed or if the waste basket is full.
What is safe sense?
SafeSense Technologies specializes in the design and manufacture of flexible hybrid electronics. We focus on understanding our customers requirements and developing a flexible electronics solution. Using our in-depth understanding of material compatibilities, our customers can be more innovative then ever before.
Where is the serial number on a Fellowes shredder?
The serial number will be located on the bottom side or front edge of the shredder head – below the bar code. Fellowes office/commercial shredders (large shredders that cannot fit under a desk) are repairable and parts will most likely be available.