Memorex Paper Shredder MPS2800 User Manual

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CROSS-CUT SHREDDER  
MODEL: MPS2800  
BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT,  
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
 
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
To guard against injury, the following basic safety precautions must be  
observed in the installation and use of this shredder. For your own safety,  
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE SHREDDER UNTIL  
YOU READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
Make sure the power is off when the shredder is not used.  
Do not use the shredder for anything other than its intended purpose  
(shredding paper documents). Do not shred cloth, plastic, cardboard, or  
any other hard material that will damage the shredder blades. Remove  
all paper clips and staples from paper before shredding.  
Do not place hands or fingers into the shredder feed opening as serious  
injury may result.  
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the shredder.  
This product should not be placed near, or over, a heat source.  
Do not use this product near water or in areas of high humidity and  
avoid spilling liquids on it.  
To stop shredding in case of emergency, slide the AUTO/OFF/REV  
switch to the OFF position and/or unplug the shredder immediately. For  
this reason, make sure the outlet that the shredder is connected to is  
easily accessible.  
Do not leave the power cord where something may be placed on it, or it  
may be stepped on.  
This unit should not be operated or stored near children or pets.  
Always turn off or unplug the shredder prior to moving, cleaning or  
emptying the wastebasket.  
The use of an extension cord is not recommended.  
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR SHREDDER:  
Never try to shred more than the shred capacity. Overloading the  
shredder will shorten its durability.  
Always feed the paper(s) in straight, do not feed at an angle.  
Always use the shredder with the AUTO/OFF/REV switch in the AUTO  
position.  
Clean the outside of the shredder by wiping it with a damp cloth from  
time to time. Mild stains can be removed using a soft, damp cloth and  
mild detergent. Remove detergent residue with a damp cloth. Always  
unplug the shredder before cleaning.  
Never use any harsh or abrasive cleanser.  
Keep the shredder away from direct sunlight.  
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POWER SOURCE  
AC USAGE  
Use the AC polarized line cord included  
with the unit for operation on AC power.  
Insert the plug into a conveniently  
located AC outlet having 120V, 60 Hz.  
NOTE: The AC plug supplied with the  
unit is polarized to help minimize the  
possibility of electric shock. If the AC  
plug does not t into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not le or cut the wide blade.  
It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.  
LOCATION OF CONTROLS  
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1. Shredder  
2. CLEAR Button  
3. BIN FULL Indicator  
4. AUTO/OFF/REV Switch  
5. POWER Indicator  
6. Wastebasket  
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OPERATION  
Follow the instructions below to operate your new shredder.  
After unpacking the shredder, place it securely on the supplied wastebasket.  
Then, plug the unit into an AC outlet as described on page 1.  
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Slide the AUTO/OFF/REV switch to  
the AUTO position; the POWER  
indicator will light.  
Insert up to 5 pages of 20lb paper  
into the shredder, and the unit will  
automatically shred them.  
NOTES:  
If inserting small documents, insert them in the center of the shredder as  
the sensor is located there.  
Do not attempt to insert more than 5 pages at a time, as it will shorten  
the life of the shredder.  
The shredder will stop automatically if it is overheated by long and  
continuous intermittent operation. Allow the shredder to rest for  
approximately 20 minutes to cool down.  
WASTEBASKET FULL INDICATOR:  
When the wastebasket is full, the BIN FULL indicator will light on the cover.  
Empty wastebasket in this case.  
WASTEBASKET PROTECTION:  
As a safety feature of this shredder, if the top unit separates from the  
wastebasket, the shredder will not operate.  
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OPERATION  
PAPER TIP SOLUTION  
REMOVING PAPER JAMS:  
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On occasion, paper strips get stuck  
in the shredder. In this case, slide  
the AUTO/OFF/REV switch to the  
REV position for 2 to 3 seconds.  
Then, slide the AUTO/OFF/REV  
switch back to the AUTO position  
and press the CLEAR button for 2  
to 3 seconds. Repeat this  
If a paper jam occurs, slide the  
AUTO/OFF/REV switch to the REV  
(Reverse) position to withdraw the  
non-shredded paper. If paper still  
remains in the shredder, press the  
CLEAR button to shred and clear  
the remaining pages.  
procedure one to two times to fully  
clear the paper tips.  
TO TURN THE SHREDDER OFF  
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To turn the shredder off, simply  
slide the AUTO/OFF/REV switch to  
the OFF position; the POWER  
indicator will go off.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Power Source......................................................120V AC, 60Hz  
Shred capacity...............................5 single sheets of 20lb paper  
Shred Size................................................................1/6” x 1-1/2”  
Paper Cut.....................................................................Cross-Cut  
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
Before requesting service, please refer to the following troubleshooting  
guide. Many questions/problems you may be having will be answered simply.  
SYMPTOM  
SOLUTION  
Shredder does not run.  
Power cord is not plugged in.  
The inserted paper(s) are beyond the shredder  
capacity. Use 5 or less pages at once.  
The motor is overheated due to continuous  
shredding. Do not use shredder for 20  
minutes.  
Shredder running, but no  
paper is inserted.  
Empty wastebasket as it is full.  
Paper is stuck in the shredder, clear the  
them from the shredder.  
When inserting envelopes or The width of the pages is not wide enough to  
similar small pages, the  
shredder does not activate.  
touch the sensor at the center of the shredder.  
Press the CLEAR button and shred the non-  
shredded paper completely.  
FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE, PLEASE  
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.MEMCORPINC.COM OR CONTACT  
CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-919-3647  
FOR PARTS & ACCESSORIES, CONTACT FOX INT’L AT 1-800-321-6993.  
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Memcorp, Inc.  
Weston, FL 33331  
Printed in Hong Kong  
 

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