renkforce RF-PPS-101 Paper Shredder Instruction Manual

renkforce RF-PPS-101 Paper Shredder

Product Information

• Product Name: RF-PPS-101 Paper Shredder (Without Bin)
• Item Number: 2266552
• Intended Use: This product is designed to shred paper. It has an adjustable mount to fit different container sizes and can shred up to six sheets of paper. There is an automatic start/stop function and manual reverse switch to remove paper blockages.
• Usage: Indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Avoid contact with moisture (e.g. in a bathroom).
• Safety Instructions: For safety and approval purposes, do not rebuild and/or modify this product. Using the product for purposes other than those described above may damage the product and cause hazards such as a short circuit, fire, or electric shock. Read the operating instructions carefully and store them in a safe place. Only make this product available to third parties together with its operating instructions.
• Compliance: This product complies with statutory, national, and European regulations.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Ensure the power plug is properly connected.
2. Place the paper in the paper feed slot. Do not insert CDs or VDVDs.
3. If a paper blockage occurs, move the slide switch to the REV position to reverse the shredder and remove the paper manually.
4. If the paper is not being shredded, try folding it and attempt again. If the issue persists, move the slide switch to the REV position and try again.

Maintenance, Care, and Cleaning Caution! The cutting blades are sharp. Handle with care to avoid injuries.

Disposal
Dispose of the product according to local regulations and guidelines.

Technical Specifications For technical specifications, please refer to the product documentation or visit the website www.conrad.com/downloads and download the latest operating instructions.
Copyright 2020 by Conrad Electronic SE. All rights reserved.
Item number: *2266552_v1_1020_02_dh_m_de

Operating instructions

Intended use

• This product is designed to shred paper. It has an adjustable mount to fit different container sizes and can shred up to six sheets of paper. There is an automatic start/stop function and manual reverse switch to remove paper blockages.
• This product is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Contact with moisture (e.g. in a bathroom) must be avoided under all circumstances.
• For safety and approval purposes, do not rebuild and/or modify this product. Using the product for purposes other than those described above may damage the product. In addition, improper use can cause hazards such as a short circuit, fire or electric shock. Read the operating instructions carefully and store them in a safe place. Only make this product available to third parties together with its operating instructions.
• This product complies with statutory, national and European regulations. All company and product names contained herein are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved

Delivery contents

• Shredder
• Operating instructions

Up-to-date operating instructions

Download the latest operating instructions at www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the QR code shown. Follow the instructions on the website.

Explanation of symbols

• The symbol with the lightning in a triangle indicates that there is a risk to your health, e.g. due to an electric shock.
• The symbol with an exclamation mark in a triangle is used to highlight important information in these operating instructions. Always read this information carefully.
• The arrow symbol indicates special information and tips on how to use the product.
• This product must only be used in dry, enclosed indoor areas. It must not become damp or wet, as this may cause a fatal electric shock!
• This symbol indicates that this product is built according to protection class II.
• This symbol reminds you to read the operating instructions included with the product.
• To avoid injury or damage to the product, do not leave the product unattended when children or pets are in the vicinity.
• Do not reach into the input slots.
• If you have long hair, ensure that you keep a sufficient distance from the input slots.
• Ties, scarves and loose clothing must be kept away from the input slots.
• Do not use spray bottles/cans in the immediate vicinity of the product.
• Jewellery (such as long necklaces or bracelets) must be kept away from the input slots.
• Do not insert paper clips, staples or other metal parts into the input slots.
• Never insert CDs or DVDs into the paper input slot.
• Avoid touching the feeder with hands, clothing, or hair.
• Disconnect the device from the mains outlet if you do not plan to use it for an extended period.
• Insert a maximum of 6 sheets DIN A4 (80 g/m2) paper into the input slot.

Safety information

• Read the operating instructions and safety information carefully. If you do not follow the safety information and information on proper handling in these operating instructions, we will assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee

General information

• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. It may become a dangerous plaything for children.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity, moisture, flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, stop using it and prevent unauthorised use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
  • is visibly damaged,
  • is no longer working properly,
  • has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
  • has been subjected to any serious transport-related stress.
• Handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height may damage the product.
• Consult a technician if you are not sure how to use or connect the product, or if you have concerns about safety.
• Maintenance, modifications and repairs may only be carried out by a technician or a specialist repair centre.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions, contact our technical support service or other technical personnel.

Electrical safety

• The mains socket must be located near to the device and be easily accessible.
• The product must only be powered by a standard mains socket connected to the public grid. Before plugging in the product, check that the voltage indicated on the product corresponds to the voltage of your electricity supplier.
• Never unplug the mains plug by pulling on the cable. Always use the grips on the plug.
• Unplug the mains plug from the mains socket if you do not plan to use the product for an extended period of time.
• For safety reasons, unplug the mains plug from the mains socket during a thunderstorm.
• Make sure that the mains cable is not squeezed, bent, damaged by sharp edges or subjected to mechanical stress. Avoid excessive thermal stress on the mains cable from extreme heat or cold. Do not modify the mains cable. Failure to adhere to these instructions may lead to damage of the mains cable. A damaged mains cable can cause a fatal electric shock.
• Do not touch the mains cable if there are any signs of damage. Power down the respective mains socket (e.g. via the respective circuit breaker), and then carefully unplug the mains plug from the mains socket. Never use the product if the mains cable is damaged.
• To prevent risks, damaged mains cables must be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorized repair centre or a qualified electrician.
• Never plug in or unplug the mains plug when your hands are wet.
• Never use the product immediately after it has been brought from a cold room into a warm one. This may cause condensation to form, which can destroy the product. Allow the product to reach room temperature before use. This may take several hours.
• Never pour any liquids over electrical devices or place objects filled with liquid next to the product. If liquid or an object does get inside the device, power down the respective socket (e.g. switch off the circuit breaker), and then remove the mains plug from the mains socket. Discontinue use and take the product to a specialist repair centre.

Persons and product

• Trained personnel must supervise the use of electrical appliances in schools, training facilities and DIY workshops.
• For installations in industrial facilities, follow the accident prevention regulations for electrical systems and equipment issued by the government safety organisation or the corresponding authority for your country.
• The shredder must always be switched off and disconnected from the mains before transporting, moving or cleaning the device and before emptying the collection container.
• Empty the collection container regularly before it becomes full, otherwise the shredder may become jammed. Unplug the mains plug when you are not using the collection container.
• The shredder is not suitable for chopping cassettes or diskettes.
• The shredder is only intended for private use in enclosed rooms and is not suitable for commercial purposes.

Overview

1. AUTO, OFF, REV slide switch
2. Input slot for paper / credit card
3. Collection container mount (adjustable)

Operation

Important

• Keep long hair, ties, scarves, loose clothing, long necklaces or bracelets away from the input slot.
• Do not shred labels or items with labels affixed to them. Adhesive residue will attach to cutting blades causing the shredder to malfunction.
• Do not touch the blades of the cutting unit!
• Continuously running the shredder for 2 minutes can cause the motor to overheat and trigger overheat protection. See section “d) Overheat protection”.

Setting up

1. Place the product on an even horizontal surface.
2. Place the cutting unit onto a collection container, adjust the slider so that it is centered over the container.
3. Prepare material for shredding by removing labels, paper clips, staples, or any other foreign objects.

Shredding

1. Check that the switch is in the OFF position.
2. Connect the shredder to the power supply.
3. Observe the shred capacity per pass:
4. Paper: max 6 sheets (80 g/m2).
5. Credit card: max. 1 pc.
6. Slide the selector switch to AUTO.
7. Insert the item to be shredded.
8. Switch the power OFF when finished shredding.
9. Disconnect the shredder from the power supply.
10. Empty the container.

Clearing paper jams

• Always disconnect the shredder from the power supply before attempting to manually remove blocked paper.
• Never use objects of any kind to clear jammed paper or credit cards.
• Overloading the shredder, damp paper or improper alignment can cause the shredder to jam

1. Set the switch to REV to back the paper out of the unit.
2. If paper will not clear using this method:
3. Switch the power OFF.
4. Disconnect the shredder from the power supply.
5. Manually remove any stuck paper by pulling it out.

Overheat protection

1. Continuously running the shredder for 2 minutes can cause the motor to overheat and trigger overheat protection. The power will be cut off to allow the shredder to cool down.
2. Switch the power OFF and let it cool for approximately 40 minutes, then try the shredder again.

Troubleshooting

Shredding does not start or switches off dur- ing shredding.

| Plug not properly connected to power supply.| Check the connection.
Overheat protection has been triggered.| See section “Operation → d) Overheat protection”.
The paper input slot jammed.| See section “Operation → c) Clearing paper jams”.

The collector is not making contact with the safety inter- lock switch on the shredder.

| •      Check that the shredder is aligned with the notches on the collection container and sits flush against it.

•      A full collector may cause the shredder to lift up and break the interlock switch contact. Empty the collector.

Shredding does not stop after the paper has passed through.|

The mechanical sensor may

be jammed by paper.

|

See section “Operation → c) Clearing paper jams”.

Paper will not shred.

| Too much paper has been inserted.| Check that you have not exceeded max. number of sheets.
Paper may be too thick.| Reduce the number of sheets being shredded.

Paper may be too thin, soft or creased to reliably activate the detection sensor.

| 1.    Set the switch to REV to back the paper out of the unit.

2.    Fold the paper.

3.    Try again.

Paper is inserted at an angle.

| 4.    Set the switch to REV to back the paper out of the unit.

5.    Line the paper up with the input slot.

6.    Try again.

Maintenance, care and cleaning

• Caution! The blades are sharp. Risk of injury.
• Never use aggressive detergents, rubbing alcohol or other chemical solutions, as these may damage the enclosure or cause the product to malfunction.
• Before cleaning the product, switch it off and disconnect the mains socket from the mains outlet.
• Do not immerse the product in water.
• This product does not contain any components that require maintenance. Never attempt to open or disassemble it.
• Empty the collection containers regularly.
• A dry, soft and clean cloth is sufficient for cleaning. Do not press too hard on the housing, as this can lead to scratch marks.
• Disposal Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be placed in household waste. At the end of its service life, dispose of the product in accordance with applicable regulatory guidelines.
• You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to environmental protection.

Technical data

• Operating voltage/current………………….230 V/AC, 50 Hz, 0.9 A
• Power consumption………………………….max. 150 W
• Protection class……………………………….II
• Cutting slot width……………………………..220 mm
• Strip cut………………………………………….6 mm
• Cutting speed………………………………….3 m/min
• Intermittent operation………………………..2 min ON / 40 min OFF
• Number of sheets…………………………….max. 6 sheets (80 g/m2)
• Number of credit card……………………….max. 1
• Noise level………………………………………≤ 68 dB
• Overheat protection………………………….auto shut-off (approx. 40 mins cooldown)
• Safety level……………………………………..P-1 (DIN 66399)
• Operating conditions…………………………-5 to 50 ºC, 10 – 80 % RH (non-condensing)
• Storage conditions……………………………-25 to +55 ºC, 10 – 80 % RH (non-condensing)
• Cable length……………………………………approx. 1.2 m
• Dimensions (W x H x D)……………………322 – 413 x 70 x 114 mm
• Weight……………………………………………944 g

This is a publication by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1, D-92240 Hirschau (www.conrad.com). All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microfilming, or the capture in electronic data processing systems require the prior written approval by the editor. Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited. This publication represent the technical status at the time of printing.
Copyright 2020 by Conrad Electronic SE.

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