Aurora AS420C User manual

AS420C

Model No. Please read these operating instructions before using the unit.

Shredder User Manual

1-800-327-8508

USA Only

1-310-793-5650

International

Email: [email protected]

For more information, please visit us at:

www.auroracorp.com

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WARNING:SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, READ BEFORE USING!

Read instructions before use.

Avoid touching the document

feed opening with hands.

Product is not intended for use by

children (product is not a toy).

Do not insert foreign objects into

the paper entry slot.

Do not spray or keep any

aerosol products in or around the

shredder.

Keep loose clothing or jewelry

away from the paper entry slot.

Avoid getting hair near the

paper entry slot.

•AlwaysturntheshredderoffandunplugthepowercordfromtheACoutletwhen

notinuse,beforecleaning,moving,oremptyingthewastebasket.

•RISKOFFIRE.Neveruseanypetroleumbasedorflammableoilsorlubricants in or

around the machine as some oils can combust causing serious injury.

•NEVER dispose of flammable chemicals or materials that have come into contact with flammable

chemicals (for example, nail polish, acetone and gasoline) in the shredder basket.

•Nevershredlargepaperclips,windoworinsulatedenvelopes,continuousforms,

newsprint,boundpages(forexample:notepads,checkbooks,magazines,etc...),

transparencies,laminateddocuments,cardboard,anyitemswithadhesives,hard

materialsorplastic(exceptCreditCards).

•A socket-outlet should be near the equipment and be easily accessible.

•Never let the wastebasket become full. This will lead to shredded material being pulled back up into

the shredder and cause jams.

•Never place the shredder near water or any heat source.

•Do not use the shredder if the power cord is damaged in any way.

•Do not attempt to service this product yourself as doing so may expose you to sharp cutting blades

and/or electricity and will void the manufacturer's warranty.

•Never try to clean or clear the shredder blade.

•Never shred beyond the specified sheet capacity. This may result in extensive damage to the machine.

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OPERATION

INSTALLATION

PaperShredder

OperatingInstructions

Installation

Operation

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Service Center

Limited Warranty

*ONEFOLDEDSHEETOFPAPEREQUATESTO2SHEETSOFPAPER

Heavier paper, humidity or other than rated voltage may reduce shredding capacity.

Sheet Capacity

Paper Shred Size

Paper Entry Width

Credit Card Capacity

Duty Cycle

Voltage

4 Sheets of 20 lb. bond paper*

7/32 in. x 1 27/32 in. pieces

5.6 mm x 47 mm pieces

4.53 in / 115 mm

1 at a time

2 min. on / 15 min. off

120V~60Hz / 1.2 A

1. This model includes a built-in safety interlock mechanism, which requires the shredder to be correctly

mounted on to the included wastebasket. THE SHREDDER WILL NOT OPERATE UNLESS IT IS PROP-

ERLY MOUNTED AS PICTURED. (FIGURE 1)

2. A socket-outlet should be near the equipment and be easily accessible.

3. Connect the power cord to any standard 120 volt AC outlet.

NOTE:

It is not designed to operate with any other wastebaskets. An activation switch located on the head unit

automatically shuts off the shredder when it is lifted or removed. The supplied wastebasket activates

this switch, which allows the shredder to be operable. Lining the wastebasket with a plastic bag will

interfere and may keep the shredder from functioning.

Crosscut shredders have very sharp exposed blades on the underside.

Use care when mounting the shredder on the wastebasket.

!Caution:

FIGURE1

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ControlSwitch

Using the switch located on the unit, select one of the following

settings by sliding the switch either left or right. (FIGURE 2)

Auto/On:This setting allows the shredder to be automatically started by inserting paper

into the feed slot. Always feed the paper in as straight as possible. When the paper has

passed through, the shredder will automatically stop.

Off:This setting turns off all features of the shredder. For safety reasons, we recommend that you

leave the shredder in the OFF position whenever the shredder is unattended or not in use.

Reverse:In the unlikely event of a paper jam, the reverse setting can be used to help clear

the cutters of paper that did not pass through. Never attempt to clear a jam by using the

reverse function until you have emptied the wastebasket.

FIGURE2

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Paper/CreditCardEntry:

NOTE:

•Always turn off and unplug the shredder when not in use.

•This shredder will shred staples and small paper clips. It is recommended that you remove paper clips

whenever possible to extend the lifespan of your shredder.

•Only shred credit cards by feeding them vertically into the middle of the entry, releasing when

shredding begins. Never feed more than one credit card at a time.

•Overfeeding the shredder: Shredding beyond the specified sheet capacity can result in extensive

damage to the shredder. Overfeeding will strain the machine and quickly wear and break the cutting

blades and internal components.

•Overheating with extended use: In the event that the shredder has shred continuously beyond the

maximum running time and overheating, the unit will automatically shut off. If this happens, switch

the shredder off for 15 minutes or longer before resuming normal operation.

Make sure you do not exceed sheet

count per pass (4 sheets max).

Insert paper as straight as pos-

sible into feed slot and release.

Insert one credit card at a time into

the middle of the feed slot.

•Ready(PowerOn):

The Green LED light indicates the shredder is “On” and ready to operate when paper is inserted.

•Overheat:

The Red LED light indicates the shredder has shred continuously beyond the maximum running time

and overheating, the unit will automatically shut off. If this happens, switch the shredder off for 15

minutes or longer before resuming normal operation.

LEDStatusIndicators:

Ready(PowerOn)/Overheat

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MAINTENANCE

FIGURE3

Shredder

Oil

DONOTUSE

AEROSOLPRODUCTS!

!Caution:

Warning:Failuretoproperlymaintainyourshredderwillvoidthewarranty.

Oil the shredder blades every month with basic vegetable, cooking oil or shredder oil. Follow oiling

procedure below (FIGURE 3). It helps to keep the shredder blades operating well over many years of use.

Oilingprocedure:

1. Turn off shredder.

2. Apply shredder oil across paper entry.

3. Turn shredder in reverse mode for 3~5 seconds.

Note:lubricatingoilisNOTincluded.

• Donotsprayorkeepanyaerosolproducts

inoraroundshredder.

• DONOTUSECANNEDAIRONSHREDDER.

CLEANING:

• ALWAYS UNPLUG THE SHREDDER BEFORE CLEANING!

• Only clean the shredder by carefully wiping the unit with a dry soft cloth or towel.

• Do not clean or immerse shredder in water. Having the unit wet may result in damage or malfunction to

the electrical components. If the shredder happens to get wet, be sure to completely dry the unit immedi-

ately with a cloth or towel.

• Never use anything flammable to clean the shredder. This may result in serious injury or damage to the product.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If there is a problem with your shredder, check below for the symptoms and steps to resolve. If you con-

tinue to have problems, contact customer support at our Service Center 1-800-327-8508. DO NOT

ATTEMPT TO REPAIR BY OPENING THE SHREDDER HEAD. This will completely void the product

warranty.

Theshredderdoesnotworkatall.

1)Make sure the unit is pluggedin and that the outlet is in good working order.

2) Overheatingwithextendeduse: In the event that the shredder has shred continuously

beyond the maximum running time and overheated, the unit will automatically shut off. If this hap-

pens, switchtheshredderOfffor15minutes or longer before resuming normal operation.

3) Make sure the shredder head is correctly seated onto the included wastebasket, with all the words

and icons facing towards you. The head unit is particularly

designed to work only with the integrated wastebasket. The

shredders are equipped with a safety interlocking mecha-

nism, which prevents the shredder from working when

the head unit is lifted, removed, or accidentally knocked

over. The shredder will not function unless the head unit is

properly mounted as pictured. (FIGURE 4)

4) If using a plastic bag to line the wastebasket, please remove it. This may cause the shredder not to

operate properly.

5) The activation sensor of the shredder is located near the center of the feed slot. Be sure to feed

directly into the center area to activate the machine (especially applies to smaller pieces of paper

or credit cards).

Theshredderrunsin“Rev(Reverse)”modebutnotin“Auto(On)”mode.

While in “Auto” mode, the motor will not start running until paper is inserted into the feed slot. Set

the unit to “Auto” and insert paper to shred. The sensor that activates the shredder in Auto mode

is located directly in the center of the slot. If the paper you are inserting is narrow, it may not be

activating the optical sensor. It is also possible that the feed slot has become blocked with paper.

Insert an index card or any rigid sheet of cardstock (old greeting card or folded file folder), directly

in the center of the feed slot, while applying force to help push the jammed paper through. This will

usually clear any paper blockage.

Howtoclearapaperjamintheshredder.

1) Switch the shredder over into Reverse (REV) mode. While in Reverse, the shredder will back up and

loosen the jammed paper. If required, you may need to tug and remove several sheets to effectively

FIGURE4

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TROUBLESHOOTING

clear the machine. When jammed paper is loosened or removed, switch back to the Auto-On mode

to continue shredding. Repeat steps if needed.

2) With stubborn situations where the reverse function does not help, you may loosen the jammed

paper with shredder oil (cooking oil is acceptable, nothing aerosol). Start by drizzling oil into the

feed slot where the paper is jammed. Let it soak for about 30 minutes to completely saturate. Return

the shredder back to Auto-On mode. Ifrequired,anindexcardorarigidsheetofcard-

stock(oldgreetingcardorfoldedfilefolder)canbefedintotheshreddertohelp

pushthejammedpaperthrough.

Theshredderisconstantlyrunningwhilein“Auto(On)”mode.

1) It is possible that the activation sensor, which starts the shredder, has become blocked with paper.

Insert an index card or any rigid sheet of cardstock (old greeting card or folded file folder), directly

in the center of the feed slot, while applying force to help push the jammed paper through. This will

usually clear any paper blocking the activation sensor and feed entry.

2) The activation sensor is being triggered by dust, debris, or oil. A cotton swab may be

used to clean the sensor. DO NOT USE CANNED AIR. The activation sensor of the shredder is

located around the center of the feed entry.

Powerswitchinautoposition

Usethickpaperstockorgreetingcard

topushthejamthrough

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If you have any questions in regards to the operation of this shredder or in need of a spare part, please

contact our service center at:

Telephone: 1-800-327-8508(U.S.A.only)or1-310-793-5650(International)

Business hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST (Pacific Standard Time)

Email: [email protected]

Or for more information, please visit our website at http://www.auroracorp.com

We warrant the cutting cylinders of the machine against defects of workmanship and material for a

period of 3years from the original purchase date to the original consumer, and all other parts of

the machine against defects of workmanship and material for a period of 1year from the original

purchase date to the original consumer.

Should there be a defect or malfunction of this product, we will repair or replace the product free of

charge. Customer is responsible for all shipping charges to return the defective product to us. Acopy

oftheproofofpurchaseshowingoriginalpurchasedateisrequired. This warranty is

void if the product has been subject to damage, unreasonable use, improper service, or other causes

not arising from defects in original material or workmanship. This warranty is void if factory seal is bro-

ken or removed from the product. This warranty does not include adjustments, parts or repairs required

by circumstances beyond the control of us.

There are no expressed warranties other than those stated herein.

Any expressed or implied warranties, including but not limited to merchantability and fitness for a

particular purpose are limited to the above warranty period. We shall not be liable for any incidental

or consequential cost, expenses or damages resulting from any failure defect or malfunction of this

product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitations of implied warranties or consequential damages,

therefore, the above limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty grants you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

Beforereturninganyproduct,pleasecallourServiceCenterforspecificreturninstructions.

1-800-327-8508USAONLY

1-310-793-5650INTERNATIONAL•[email protected]

SERVICECENTER

LIMITEDPRODUCTWARRANTY

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