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STRIP-CUT SHREDDER
MODEL: MPS1500
BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT,
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To guard against injury, the following basic safety precautions must be
observed in the installation and use of this shredder. For your own safety,
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE SHREDDER UNTIL
YOU READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Make sure the power is off when the shredder is not used.
Do not use the shredder for anything other than its intended purpose
(shredding paper documents). Do not shred cloth, plastic, cardboard, or
any other hard material that will damage the shredder blades. Remove
all paper clips and staples from paper before shredding.
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Do not place hands or fingers into the shredder feed opening as serious
injury may result.
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Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the shredder.
This product should not be placed near, or over, a heat source.
Do not use this product near water or in areas of high humidity and
avoid spilling liquids on it.
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To stop shredding in case of emergency, slide the AUTO/OFF/REV
switch to the OFF position and/or unplug the shredder immediately. For
this reason, make sure the outlet that the shredder is connected to is
easily accessible.
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Do not leave the power cord where something may be placed on it, or it
may be stepped on.
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This unit should not be operated or stored near children or pets.
Always turn off or unplug the shredder prior to moving, cleaning or
emptying the wastebasket.
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The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR SHREDDER:
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Never try to shred more than the shred capacity. Overloading the
shredder will shorten its durability.
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Always feed the paper(s) in straight, do not feed at an angle.
Always use the shredder with the AUTO/OFF/REV switch in the AUTO
position.
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Clean the outside of the shredder by wiping it with a damp cloth from
time to time. Mild stains can be removed using a soft, damp cloth and
mild detergent. Remove detergent residue with a damp cloth. Always
unplug the shredder before cleaning.
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Never use any harsh or abrasive cleanser.
Keep the shredder away from direct sunlight.
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POWER SOURCE
AC USAGE
Use the AC polarized line cord included
with the unit for operation on AC power.
Insert the plug into a conveniently
located AC outlet having 120V, 60 Hz.
NOTE: The AC plug supplied with the
unit is polarized to help minimize the
possibility of electric shock. If the AC
plug does not fit into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not file or cut the wide blade.
It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
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1. Shredder
2. BIN FULL Indicator
3. CLEAR Button
4. POWER Indicator
5. AUTO/OFF/REV Switch
6. Wastebasket
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OPERATION
Follow the instructions below to operate your new shredder.
After unpacking the shredder, place it securely on the supplied wastebasket.
Then, plug the unit into an AC outlet as described on page 1.
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Slide the AUTO/OFF/REV switch to
the AUTO position; the POWER
indicator will light.
Insert up to 5 pages of 20lb paper
into the shredder, and the unit will
automatically shred them.
NOTES:
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If inserting small documents, insert them in the center of the shredder as
the sensor is located there.
Do not attempt to insert more than 5 pages at a time, as it will shorten
the life of the shredder.
The shredder will stop automatically if it is overheated by long and
continuous intermittent operation. Allow the shredder to rest for
approximately 20 minutes to cool down.
WASTEBASKET FULL INDICATOR:
When the wastebasket is full, the BIN FULL indicator will light on the cover.
Empty wastebasket in this case.
WASTEBASKET PROTECTION:
As a safety feature of this shredder, if the top unit separates from the
wastebasket, the shredder will not operate.
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OPERATION
PAPER TIP SOLUTION
REMOVING PAPER JAMS:
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On occasion, paper strips get stuck
in the shredder. In this case, slide
the AUTO/OFF/REV switch to the
REV position for 2 to 3 seconds.
Then, slide the AUTO/OFF/REV
switch back to the AUTO position
and press the CLEAR button for 2
to 3 seconds. Repeat this
If a paper jam occurs, slide the
AUTO/OFF/REV switch to the REV
(Reverse) position to withdraw the
non-shredded paper. If paper still
remains in the shredder, press the
CLEAR button to shred and clear
the remaining pages.
procedure one to two times to fully
clear the paper tips.
TO TURN THE SHREDDER OFF
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To turn the shredder off, simply
slide the AUTO/OFF/REV switch to
the OFF position; the POWER
indicator will go off.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Source......................................................120V AC, 60Hz
Shred capacity...............................5 single sheets of 20lb paper
Shred Size....................................................................1/4” strips
Paper Cut.......................................................................Strip-Cut
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Before requesting service, please refer to the following troubleshooting
guide. Many questions/problems you may be having will be answered simply.
SYMPTOM
SOLUTION
Shredder does not run.
Power cord is not plugged in.
The inserted paper(s) are beyond the shredder
capacity. Use 5 or less pages at once.
The motor is overheated due to continuous
shredding. Do not use shredder for 20
minutes.
Shredder running, but no
paper is inserted.
Empty wastebasket as it is full.
Paper is stuck in the shredder, clear the
them from the shredder.
When inserting envelopes or The width of the pages is not wide enough to
similar small pages, the
shredder does not activate.
touch the sensor at the center of the shredder.
Press the CLEAR button and shred the non-
shredded paper completely.
FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE, PLEASE
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.MEMCORPINC.COM OR CONTACT
CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-919-3647
FOR PARTS & ACCESSORIES, CONTACT FOX INT’L AT 1-800-321-6993.
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Memcorp, Inc.
Weston, FL 33331
Printed in Hong Kong
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