Operating Instructions Dahle Document Shredders Models 41xxx, 50xxx, 51xxx
General information en Read the operating and safety instructions carefully before putting the document shredder into operation! You must follow the instructions! Keep them safe for later use.
en General information Pay attention to warnings! 1 2 3 4 5 6 - Noise level when operated without shredding documents (in accordance with DIN) Document shredder on stand-by Document shredder in operation Automatic start-up Oil (only use DAHLE oil!) Dispose of the document shredder appropriately and in an environmentally friendly manner at an authorised collection point. Do not dispose of any parts of the document shredder or packaging in domestic waste.
General information en Remove transport lock! 1. Apply the brakes! Prior to putting into operation for the first time, open the door and remove the paper collection bin. 2. Remove the screws for the transport lock (paper collection bin compartment) from the base plate underneath the shredding mechanism, re-fit paper collection bin and close door. 3. Each time the appliance is moved, the transport lock must be re-fitted. 1.
en General information Depending on the model variant, your document shredder may not have all the possible components and functions. Safety instructions CD/DVD feed Performance data Control unit/ display unit Paper feed with photoelectric sensor Nameplate Oil tank Collection bin for paper 4 castors, brakes on the front Collection bin for CDs/DVDs and bank cards/credit cards DAHLE document shredder oil bottle (P5, P6, P7 cross-cut shredding only) Spare collection bin Wait 2–3 secs.
General information en Depending on the model variant, your document shredder may not have all the possible components and functions. Reverse button Motor jam with Forward button Waste bag full Door open Filter change Oiling On/Off/Stop button On indicator (LED illuminated) 1. Check that the voltage and mains frequency of your electricity supply match the information on the nameplate.
en Operation – shredding paper 1. Please follow the safety instructions. 1. Prior to using the document shredder, please check the position of the collection bin for CDs/DVDs and bank cards/credit cards. When shredding paper, this bin must be at the front of the collection bin for paper. 2. Close the door of the document shredder. 3. Connect the mains cable supplied to the document shredder and plug into a mains socket. Switch on the main switch. After switching on at the main switch, wait 2–3 seconds.
Operation - shredding CDs/DVDs and bank cards en Depending on the model variant, your document shredder may not have all the possible components and functions. 2. Please follow the safety instructions: Wear protective goggles when shredding CDs or DVDs! 1. Prior to using the document shredder, please check the position of the collection bin for CDs/DVDs and bank cards/credit cards. When shredding CDs/DVDs and bank cards/credit cards, this bin must be at the rear of the collection bin for paper. 2.
en Meaning of the signals Depending on the model variant, your document shredder may not have all the possible components and functions. Change DAHLE fine dust filter 1. Catch Screw 1. The filter change indicator (change DAHLE fine dust filter!) is illuminated on the control panel. 2. Unplug the mains cable from the mains socket. 3. Change the fine dust filter on the rear of the appliance. A. Undo screw. B. Press catch and remove cover. C. Remove filter and dispose of it.
Meaning of the signals en Depending on the model variant, your document shredder may not have all the possible components and functions. Automatic oiling (only P5, P6 and P7 cross-cut shredding) Fill oil tank with DAHLE document shredder oil. Integrated oil tank for regulated, automatic oiling of the rollers. 2. Fill the integrated oil tank in the document shredder when indicated on the display. 1. Switch off the document shredder with the On/Off/Stop button. 2. Open the door.
en Meaning of the signals Depending on the model variant, your document shredder may not have all the possible components and functions. Collection bin full – The LED is flashing. 3. 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. If the collection bin is full, the shredding process is stopped; this situation is indicated optically. Switch off the main switch and unplug the mains cable from the mains socket. Remove collection bin, empty and re-fit. Plug the mains cable into the mains socket and switch on the main switch.
Meaning of the signals en Depending on the model variant, your document shredder may not have all the possible components and functions. Automatic motor shut-down – The LEDs for the fill level and door are flashing. 4. 1. Automatic motor shut down in case of: - Overheating of the motor - Paper jam Door open – The LED is flashing. 5. 1. If the door is open, the shredding process is stopped and LED is flashing: close the door.
en Possible malfunctions Depending on the model variant, your document shredder may not have all the possible components and functions. 1. The document shredder switches off automatically after extended operation and/or overload to cool down. 2. Thermal cut-out The shredding process is not started: - Mains cable not plugged into the mains socket - Main switch not on? - On/Off/Stop button not switched on? - Door open Set the thermal cut-out to the correct position – ON.
Possible malfunctions en Depending on the model variant, your document shredder may not have all the possible components and functions. 3. 1. If there are too many sheets of paper, the shredding process is stopped. 2. The shredding mechanism automatically runs in reverse for a short time and the paper is ejected. 3. ATTENTION! To avoid damaging the shredding mechanism, do not operate the Forward and Reverse switches alternately! 4. If paper continues to be jammed, operate the Reverse button briefly. 5.
en Possible malfunctions Depending on the model variant, your document shredder may not have all the possible components and functions. Energy-saving mode 4. If not used, the document shredder switches off after approx. 30 minutes (LED off). To use the document shredder, switch it back on with the On/Off/Stop button.
Maintenance and care en Use only DAHLE spare parts! Oiling (P5 cross-cut shredding) 1. If the shredding performance drops, oil the shredding mechanism after each time you empty the collection bin or at least after the operating time stated in the warning notice has elapsed (for P5 cross-cut shredding only). 1. Switch off the document shredder with the On/Off/Stop button. Oil the shredding rollers manually (use DAHLE document shredder oil!). 2.
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