Fellowes DS-1200Cs Paper Shredder Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: Fellowes

Table of Contents

Fellowes DS-1200Cs Paper Shredder
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
KEY
CAPABILITIES
ADVANCED PRODUCT FEATURES
BASIC SHREDDING OPERATION
SAFESENSE® TECHNOLOGY OPERATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
BASIC PRODUCT MAINTENANCE
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY
Useful Phone Numbers
References
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Fellowes DS-1200Cs Paper Shredder

Product Information

Model	DS-1200Cs
Manufacturer	Fellowes
Product Features

Cards per pass: 1*
Paper entry width: 8-6/7 in. (225mm)
Recommended daily usage rates: 10-25 paper passes; 10 credit cards. 12 sheets per pass.

Product Usage Instructions

Basic Shredding Operation

Plug in the shredder and put the disconnect power switch in the ON (I) position.
Set the control switch to Auto On (I).
Feed paper or card straight into the paper entry and release.
When finished shredding, set the control switch to OFF (O).

Set-up and Testing

Set the control switch to Auto On (I).
Wait for the indicator lights to turn on.
Perform any necessary testing or adjustments.
Set the control switch to Off (O) and unplug the shredder.

Troubleshooting – Paper Jam

Set the control switch to Off (O) and empty the bin. Replace the bin.
Set the control switch to Reverse (R) for 2-3 seconds.
Alternate slowly back and forth.

Basic Product Maintenance

Set the control switch to Off (O) and unplug the shredder.
Gently pull uncut paper from the paper entry. Plug in the shredder again.
Set the control switch to Reverse (R).

Oiling Shredder
All cross-cut shredders require oil for peak performance. Follow the oiling procedure below and repeat twice:

Set the control switch to Off (O) and unplug the shredder.
Apply oil to the designated areas according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Plug in the shredder again.

Note: Failure to oil the shredder may result in diminished sheet capacity, intrusive noise, and potential malfunction.

KEY

A. SafeSense® Technology
B. Paper/Card entry
C. Handle
D. Window
E. Pull-out Bin
F. Disconnect power switch
G. See safety instructions
H. Control Switch and Indicator lights
- R 1. Reverse
- O 2. OFF
- I 3. Auto-On (green)
- 4. Overheat (red)
- 5. SafeSense® indicator (yellow)

CAPABILITIES

Will shred: Paper, credit cards, staples, paper clips and junk mail
Will not shred: Adhesive labels, CD/DVDs, continuous form paper, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard, laminates, file folders, X-rays or plastic other than noted above

Paper shred size:

Paper shred size : Cross-Cut…………………………………………………………………5/32 in. x 2 in. (4mm x 50mm)
Maximum: Sheets per pass………………………………………………………………………………………………12*
Cards per pass ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1*
Paper entry width ………………………………………………………………………8-6/7 in. (225mm)
8.5 in. x11 in., 20lb., (75g) paper at 120V/60 Hz, 6.5Amps; heavier paper, humidity or other than rated voltage may reduce capacity. Recommended daily usage rates: 10-25 paper passes; 10 credit cards. 12 sheets per pass.
Fellowes SafeSense® shredders are designed to be operated in home and office environments ranging between 50 – 80 degrees Fahrenheit (10 – 26 degrees Celsius) and 40 – 80% relative humidity.

ADVANCED PRODUCT FEATURES

Patented SafeSense® Technology Stops shredder immediately when hands are too close to the paper entry

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS — Read Before Using!

Keep away from children and pets. Keep hands away from paper entry. Always set to off or unplug when not in use.
Keep foreign objects – gloves, jewelry, clothing, hair, etc. –away from shredder openings. If object enters top opening, switch to Reverse (R) to back out object.
Never use aerosol products, petroleum based lubricants or other flammable products on or near shredder. Do not use canned air on shredder.
Do not use if damaged or defective. Do not disassemble shredder. Do not place near or over heat source or water.
This shredder has a Disconnect Power Switch (F) that must be in the ON (I) position to operate shredder. In case of emergency, move switch to OFF (O) position. This action will stop shredder immediately.
Avoid touching exposed cutting blades under shredder head.
The grounded socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

Modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encourage to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experience radio/TV technician for help.

BASIC SHREDDING OPERATION

Continuous operation: 5 minutes maximum
NOTE: Shredder runs briefly after each pass to clear entry. Continuous operation beyond 5 minutes will trigger 30-minute cool down period.

PAPER /CARD

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Plug in and put disconnect power switch in ON (1) position
Set to Auto On (I)
reed paper/ card straight into paper entry and release
When finished shredding set to OFF (0)

www.fellowes.com features an extensive online support section with a number of self-service options

SAFESENSE® TECHNOLOGY OPERATION

SET-UP AND TESTING

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Indicator lights

Wait 30 minutes for motor to cool down
Yellow – SafeSense® active

TROUBLESHOOTING

Paper jam: Set to Off (0) and empty bin. Replace bin and follow any or all of the below procedures.

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Set to Reverse (R) for 2-3 seconds
Alternate slowly back and forth
Set to Off (0) and unplug
Gently pull uncut paper from paper entry. Plug in.
Set to Reverse (R)

BASIC PRODUCT MAINTENANCE

OILING SHREDDER
All cross-cut shredders require oil for peak performance. If not oiled, a machine may experience diminished sheet capacity, intrusive noise when shredding and could ultimately stop running. To avoid these problems, we recommend you oil your shredder each time you empty your waste bin.

CAUTION *Only use a non-aerosol vegetable oil in long nozzle container such as Fellowes 35250
Go to Support Section at www.fellowes.com or see back page of manual for useful telephone numbers.

FOLLOW OILING PROCEDURE BELOW AND REPEAT TWICE

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LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY

Fellowes, Inc. (“Fellowes”) warrants the cutting blades of the machine to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 5 years from the date of purchase by the original consumer. Fellowes warrants all other parts of the machine to be free of defects in material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase by the original consumer. If any part is found to be defective during the warranty period, your sole and exclusive remedy will be repair or replacement, at Fellowes’ option and expense, of the defective part. This warranty does not apply in cases of abuse, mishandling, or unauthorized repair. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THAT OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE APPROPRIATE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. In no event shall Fellowes be liable for any consequential or incidental damages attributable to this product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. The duration, terms, and conditions of this warranty are valid worldwide, except where different limitations, restrictions, or conditions may be required by local law. For more details or to obtain service under this warranty, please contact us or your dealer.