b) The shredder may need to be reset. Switch it to the reverse (R) position for 2 seconds and then back to auto (I). This should reset it and it will operate again.Dec 4, 2018
What do you do when your paper shredder stops working?
- Unplug the shredder. This is the first and most important part of any attempt at fixing a paper jam. ...
- Empty the wastebasket. ...
- Switch to reverse. ...
- If the shredder jams in reverse switch back to auto/forward. ...
- Reduce the thickness of your load before re-shredding.
Can you repair a Fellowes shredder?
Many of the Fellowes personal shredders (small shredders that can fit under a desk) are repairable and will have parts available.Dec 20, 2018
Do Fellowes shredders overheat?
Overheating a Fellowes home use shredder is most likely to arise when shredding stored documents which have accumulated, where just too much volume needs to be shredded over one session. Your shredder may also be overheating more easily if the blades have not been oiled enough, so try oiling your shredder blades.
Why has my Fellowes shredder stopped working?
Turn the shredder off and let the shredder cool down if it suddenly stops. Fellowes paper shredders have overload circuitry that can kick in during heavy use. Move the power switch to the Auto position or the Forward position for five seconds if the shredder will only function in reverse.Sep 26, 2017
What causes a paper shredder to stop working?
The main paper shredder jam causes tend to be: Putting in too many sheets of paper. Shredding the wrong materials. Not oiling (lubricating) your shredder.Jan 5, 2017
Is there a reset button on a Fellowes shredder?
b) The shredder may need to be reset. Switch it to the reverse (R) position for 2 seconds and then back to auto (I). This should reset it and it will operate again.Dec 4, 2018
What happens when a shredder overheats?
Thankfully overheating a paper shredders motor is not all bad news, as a thermal overload sensor is what stops the motor when it reaches a pre-determined temperature range / duty cycle. Without a thermal overload sensor, the shredder will continue to operate until the motor is permanently damaged.
How many years does a paper shredder last?
Q: How long should a shredder last? With proper maintenance and oiling, a paper shredder should last about ten years.Oct 13, 2021