ABC Office Paper Shredder 20800 EC User Manual

20800 SERIES  
DEPARTMENTAL SHREDDERS  
20801 S  
20801 C  
20800 EC  
20814  
20822 EC  
20830 EC  
20831 EC  
20835 EC  
OPERATION MANUAL  
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CHANGING THE SHRED BAG  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When the Shred Bag (10) is full, the shredder will automatically shut down. On the  
electronic models an LED indicator will light and an audible alarm will sound.  
Changing the Shred Bag is quick and easy if you follow these simple directions.  
1. Turn shredder off.  
2. Open Door (12) using Door Handle (11) to expose Waste Bin (10) and Shred  
Bag (9).  
3. Pull the Waste Bin and full Shred Bag out of the shredder.  
4. Dispose of full Shred Bag.  
5. Install new Shred Bag in Waste Bin, draping end of Shred Bag over edge of  
Waste Bin.  
6. Push Waste Bin, with new Shred Bag installed, back into shredder.  
7. Close Door (12).  
8. Turn on shredder and continue shredding.  
Read the operating instructions carefully before operating your shredder!  
Do not use in the vicinity of flammable liquids or gases.  
Do not use in the vicinity of corrosive materials.  
Do not expose to water or wet conditions.  
Do not let children operate this, or any other, office equipment.  
Do not reach into the cutting mechanism during operation - not even from  
the top or with objects.  
Do not operate the shredder for a period of more than 5 minutes in no-load  
operation (operation without paper).  
Keep hair clear of machine.  
Keep neckties clear of machine.  
CARING FOR YOUR SHREDDER  
Keep bracelets, or any other jewelry, clear of machine.  
Power connection must be accessible at all times.  
Disconnect from power supply before servicing.  
The safety devices must not be disabled or removed.  
Please make sure that the shredder gets sufficient ventilation (ventilating  
grills must kept free).  
Clean covers with a clean dry cloth. Do not use water or solvents. Make sure you  
disconnect your shredder from its power source before cleaning.  
Paper shredders, like all mechanical equipment, need proper maintenance to  
ensure efficient operation. Periodic lubrication of the cutting blades is important to  
offset the friction generated within the cutting head. Frequency of lubrication will  
vary depending on the shred size and the amount of usage. A strip-cut shredder  
receiving light use (1 – 2 hours per week) will require lubrication only once or  
twice a month, while the same machine used 1 – 2 hours per day will require  
lubrication weekly. A cross-cut shredder should be lubricated every ½ hour of  
shredding time to maintain maximum capacity and efficiency.  
BEFORE YOU SHRED  
Remove Transport Bolts with wrench provided.  
Record the Model and Serial Number in the space provided inside the front  
cover.  
Be sure the electrical outlet provides the proper power for your shredder  
(see rating label on rear of shredder).  
Install Shred Bag (see: “CHANGING THE SHRED BAG”).  
The procedure for lubricating your shredder is simple, and can be performed by  
any operator. The oil is packaged in a squeeze bottle and is applied directly to the  
cutting blades through the feed opening (3). Run a fine stream of lubricant from  
one side of the feed opening to the other. Run the shredder in REVERSE for a  
few seconds to help distribute the lubricant evenly. You can now continue  
shredding as usual.  
TURNING ON YOUR SHREDDER  
20801 S 20801 C  
DAHLE Shredder Oil is the only lubricant you should use in your paper shredder.  
It has been specially formulated so as not to leave any residue that could attract  
dust and clog the shredding mechanism. You can order DAHLE Shredder Oil  
(item # 740) from your local dealer.  
1. ON, OFF and REVERSE are controlled by the black  
Rocker Switch (8a) on the top of the shredder.  
2. Moving the switch to the “I” (ON) position  
activates the shredding mechanism.  
Repairs on your paper shredder should only be performed by qualified  
technicians. If you need service, contact your local dealer. or you can contact  
DAHLE North America Customer Service between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm EST at  
3. Moving the switch to the center or “O” (OFF)  
position turns the shredder off.  
4. The REVERSE position “R” will be discussed  
in “CLEARING A PAPER JAM”.  
NOTE: SHREDDER WILL NOT OPERATE UNLESS DOOR IS COMPLETELY CLOSED  
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ALWAYS TURN SHREDDER OFF IF IT WILL BE UNATTENDED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME  
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1. ON/OFF is controlled by the green push button (8)  
found on top of the shredder.  
2. Pressing this button turns the shredder on  
and places it in the stand-by mode.  
CAPACITY  
Capacity is the number of sheets of 8½” x 11” paper that can be shredded at one  
time. These figures are approximate and machines may vary slightly due to  
various conditions. It is not recommended that you try to run your shredder at  
maximum capacity, as this increases the chance of a paper jam.  
3. Pressing the button again turns the  
shredder off.  
Model  
20 Lb. Bond  
16 Lb. Bond  
20801 S  
20801 C  
20800 EC  
20814  
20822 EC  
20830 EC  
20831 EC  
20835 EC  
20  
27  
27  
16  
10  
7
25  
32  
32  
18  
15  
9
SHREDDING  
20801 S 20801 C  
16  
8
18  
12  
Turn shredder on. Insert paper squarely into  
Feed Opening (3). Continue feeding paper into  
Feed Opening until the shredding mechanism  
begins to draw the paper in. At this point,  
allow the paper to feed into shredder on its  
own. When shredding is complete, turn  
shredder off.  
CLEARING A PAPER JAM  
If too many sheets of paper are fed into your shredder at one time, it may cause a  
paper jam. Running your shredder at maximum capacity increases the chance of  
a paper jam. If a paper jam occurs, it is easy to clear by following these simple  
steps:  
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Turn shredder on. Insert paper squarely into  
Feed Opening (3). A light barrier will auto-  
matically activate the shredding mechanism.  
Continue feeding paper into the Feed Opening  
until the shredding mechanism begins to  
draw the paper in. At this point, allow the paper  
to feed into the shredder on its own. Once the  
paper has passed completely through the shredding mechanism, the electronic  
controls will automatically stop the machine.  
20801 S 20801 C  
1. Turn shredder off using ON/OFF/REVERSE switch (8a).  
2. Firmly pull on paper sticking out of Feed Opening while holding  
ON/OFF/REVERSE switch in the REVERSE (R) position.  
3. After paper has been removed from the Feed Opening, move the  
ON/OFF/REVERSE switch back to the ON (I) position.  
4. Separate some of the sheets and continue shredding.  
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To shred a piece of paper too small to break the light barrier, press the  
FORWARD button (7) once to override the auto ON/OFF function. The shredder  
will continue to run until the FORWARD button is pressed again.  
The Auto-Reverse feature, built into the electronic versions of the General Office  
Shredders, helps prevent paper jams. If the Auto-Reverse feature is activated an  
audible alarm sounds and the Paper Jam Indicator (6) lights up. If this situation  
occurs, follow these simple steps:  
Microfiche and transparencies can also be shredded in the same manner as  
paper, however, you should shred a piece of paper after every 8 or 10 sheets of  
plastic. This helps clean plastic particles out of the shredding mechanism.  
1. Remove paper from Feed Opening. The REVERSE button (7a) may be used  
if excess paper remains in the Feed Opening. Clear shredding mechanism  
by pressing the FORWARD button (7).  
2. Separate some of the sheets and continue shredding.  
REMEMBER TO LUBRICATE YOUR SHREDDER ACCORDING TO INSTRUCTIONS  
IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED RUNNING SHREDDERS AT MAXIMUM CAPACITY  
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