Fellowes POWERSHRED 325Ci Cross Cut Shredder User Manual

: June 13, 2024
: Fellowes

Table of Contents

Fellowes POWERSHRED 325Ci Cross Cut Shredder
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
BASIC SHREDDING OPERATION
PRODUCT MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
References
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Fellowes POWERSHRED 325Ci Cross Cut Shredder

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Product Information

Product Name: Models 325Ci/325i
Manufacturer: Quality Office Products
Year of Establishment: 1917

Capabilities

Can shred: Paper, credit cards, CDs/DVDs, staples, small paper clips, and junk mail
Cannot shred: Adhesive labels, continuous-form paper, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard, large paper clips, folders, X-rays, or plastic other than those noted above
Paper shred size:
- Cross-Cut (325Ci): 4mm x 38mm
- Strip Cut (325i): 5.8mm
*A4 (70g), paper at 220-240V, 50/60 Hz, 4Amps; heavier paper, humidity or other than rated voltage may reduce capacity.
Maximum recommended daily usage rates: 8,000 sheets; 300 cards; 30 CDs.

Important Safety Instructions

Read Before Using!
Please read the user manual for important safety instructions before using the product.

Product Usage Instructions

Basic Shredding Operation

Plug in and put the disconnect power switch in the ON (I) position.
Feed paper/card straight into the paper entry and release.
Hold the CD/card at the edge and feed into the center of the entry and release.
When finished shredding, set the power switch to OFF (O).
Do nothing, and the shredder will automatically go into sleep mode after 2 minutes of inactivity.

Advanced Product Features
The product has the following advanced features:

Jam Proof System: Eliminates paper jams and powers through tough jobs.
Energy Savings System: The product has a sleep mode to save energy when not in use.

*Jam Proof System Operation
** The Jam Proof System eliminates paper jams and powers through tough jobs. Follow these steps:

Advanced Jam Prevention: The system electronically measures paper thickness to prevent paper jams. The indicator lights show the paper thickness status.
If the indicator is in the red zone, remove several sheets until the indicator is below red.
Continue with 100% Jam Proof Shredding.
If a misfeed occurs, all indicators light up, and the shredder pauses for 3-6 seconds. Wait for the flashing to stop after the automatic correction is complete. Regular shredding will resume.
If the bin full indicator illuminates after the paper has been reversed, press reverses and remove the paper. Otherwise, regular shredding will resume.
The shredder stops shredding immediately when hands touch the paper opening.

Set-Up and Testing
For more information about all of Fellowes’s Advanced Product Features, visit www.fellowes.com

Product Maintenance
To clean the auto-start infrared sensors, follow these steps: Paper detection sensors are designed for maintenance-free operation. However, on rare occasions, the sensors may become blocked by paper dust, causing the motor to run even if there is no paper present. Note that two paper detection sensors are located in the center of the paper entry.

KEY

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A. SafeSense® Technology
B. Paper entry
C. CD entry
D. Door
E. Casters
F. Disconnect power switch

1. OFF
2. ON

G. See safety instructions
H. Control Panel and LEDs

1. Reverse
2. ON/OFF
3. Forward
4. Bin full
5. Door open
6. Remove paper
7. SafeSense® indicator (yellow)
8. Auto button
9. Straight feed

CAPABILITIES

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

Paper shred size:

Cross-Cut (325Ci) …………………………………………………………………………………………….4mm x 38mm
Strip Cut (325i) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………5.8mm

Maximum:

Sheets per pass, 80g paper (Cross-cut) ……………………………………………………………………………….22*
Sheets per pass, 70g paper (Cross-cut) ……………………………………………………………………………….24*
Sheets per pass, 80g paper (Strip-cut) ………………………………………………………………………………..24*
Sheets per pass, 70g paper (Strip-cut) ………………………………………………………………………………..26*
CDs/Cards per pass ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….1*
Paper entry width ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..240mm

A4 (70g), paper at 220-240V, 50/60 Hz, 4Amps; heavier paper, humidity, or other than rated voltage may reduce capacity. Maximum recommended daily usage rates: 8,000 sheets; 300 cards; 30 CDs. Fellowes SafeSense® shredders are designed to be operated in office environments ranging between 50 – 80 degrees Fahrenheit (10 – 26 degrees Celsius) and 40 – 80% relative humidity.

WARNING:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read Before Using!

Operation, maintenance, and service requirements are covered in the instruction manual. Read the entire instruction manual before operating shredders.
Keep away from children and pets. Keep hands away from the 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 an object enters the top opening, switch to Reverse ( ) to back out the object.
Never use aerosol products, petroleum-based lubricants, or other flammable products on or near the shredder. Do not use canned air on the shredder.
Do not use if damaged or defective. Do not disassemble the shredder. Do not place near or over a heat source or water.
This shredder has a Disconnect Power Switch (F) that must be in the ON (I) position to operate the shredder. In case of emergency, move the switch to the OFF (O) position. This action will stop the shredder immediately.
Avoid touching exposed cutting blades under the shredder head.
Use only designated entries for CDs/cards. Keep fingers away from CD entry.
Do not put foreign objects in the paper entries.
The shredder must be plugged into a properly grounded wall outlet or socket of the voltage and amperage designated on the label. The grounded outlet or socket must be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. Energy converters, transformers, or extension cords should not be used with this product.
FIRE HAZARD – Do NOT shred greeting cards with sound chips or batteries.
For indoor use only.
Unplug the shredder before cleaning or servicing.

BASIC SHREDDING OPERATION

Plug in and disconnect the power switch in the ON (I) position
Press ( ) ON to activate
Feed paper/card straight into the paper entry and release
Hold the CD/card at the edge, feed into the center of entry, and release
When finished shredding set it to OFF ( )
Do nothing and the shredder will go automatically to sleep mode after 2 minutes of inactivity

ADvANCED PRODUCT FEATURES

Jam Proof System
Eliminates paper jams and powers through tough jobs
Patented SafeSense® Technology
Stops shredding immediately when hands touch the paper entry
Energy Savings System
Optimal energy efficiency 100% of the time – in use and out of use.

JAM PROOF SYSTEM OPERATION

Eliminates paper jams and powers through tough jobs.

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100% Jam Proof when used by the user manual

SAFESENSE® TECHNOLOGY OPERATION
Stops shredding immediately when hands touch the paper opening.

SET-UP AND TESTING

Turn the shredder ON ( ) to activate SafeSense
Touch the test area and look for the SafeSense® indicator to illuminate
SafeSense® is active and working properly
If the hand is held on the SafeSense® area for more than 3 seconds shredder will shut off

ENERGY SAVINGS SYSTEM
Optimal energy efficiency 100% of the time – in use and out of use.

Saves energy in four ways: energy-efficient electronics, jam prevention, standby mode, and sleep mode.
Sleep Mode shuts down the shredder after 2 minutes of inactivity.

WHEN IN SLEEP MODE

In sleep mode
To get out of sleep mode touch the control panel
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PRODUCT MAINTENANCE

CLEANING AUTO-START INFRARED SENSORS
Paper detection sensors are designed for maintenance-free operation. However, on rare occasions, the sensors may become blocked by paper dust causing the motor to run even if there is no paper present.

( Note : two paper detection sensors are located in the center of the paper entry).

TO CLEAN THE SENSORS

Turn off and unplug the shredder
Locate Auto-start infrared sensor
Dip a cotton swab in rubbing alcohol
Using a cotton swab, wipe away any contamination from the paper sensors

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.

FOLLOW OILING PROCEDURE BELOW AND REPEAT TWICE

Apply oil across the entry
Press and hold forward ( ) 2-3 seconds

CAUTION: Only use non-aerosol vegetable oil in a long nozzle container such as Fellowes 35250

TROUBLESHOOTING

Bin Full Indicator: When illuminated, the shredder waste bin is full and needs to be emptied. Use Fellowes waste bag 36056.
SafeSense® Indicator: If hands are too close to the paper entry, the SafeSense® indicator will illuminate and the shredder will stop shredding. If SafeSense® is active for 3 seconds, the shredder will automatically turn off and the user must press the power button on the control panel to resume shredding.
Remove Paper Indicator: When illuminated, press reverse ( ) and remove the paper. Reduce paper quantity to an acceptable amount and refeed into paper entry.
Door Open Indicator: The shredder will not run if the cabinet door is open. When illuminated, close the door to resume shredding.
Straight Feed Indicator: When illuminated, remove the paper and feed straight into the paper entry.

Go to the Support Section at www.fellowes.com or see the back page of the manual for useful telephone numbers.

LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY

Limited Warranty:
Fellowes, Inc. (“Fellowes”) warrants the parts of the machine to be free of defects in material and workmanship and provides service and support for 2 years from the date of purchase by the original consumer. Fellowes warrants the cutting blades of the machine to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 20 years 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, failure to comply with product usage standards, shredder operation using an improper power supply (other than listed on the label), or unauthorized repair. Fellowes reserves the right to charge the consumers for any additional costs incurred by Fellowes to provide parts or services outside of the country where the shredder is initially sold by an authorized reseller. 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.

Australia Residents Only:
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The benefits under Fellowes’ Warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies under a law about the shredder.

Declaration of Conformity

Fellowes Manufacturing Company
Yorkshire Way, West Moor Park, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN3 3FB, England declares that the product Models 325Ci and 325i conform with the requirements of the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (2011/65/EC), the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC), the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC), the WEEE directive (2012/19/EU), and below harmonized European EN Standards.

Safety: EN 60950-1(2nd edition)

EMC Standard:

EN55014-1
EN55014-2
EN61000-3-2
EN61000-3-3

Year Affixed: 14

Itasca, Illinois, USA July 1, 2014
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James Fellowes

W.E.E.E.
This product is classified as Electrical and Electronic Equipment. Should the time come for you to dispose of this product please ensure that you do so by the European Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and compliance with local laws relating to this directive. For more information on the WEEE Directive please visit www.fellowesinternational.com/WEEE

Questions or Concerns?

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