Hama Basic S8CD Mode D'emploi page 5

General warning symbol
Before commissioning, read the enclosed operating
instructions.
You must comply with the safety instructions at all times.
• This device is not intended for use by children.
• Avoid touching the intake opening with hands, clothing
or hair.
• Unplug the device if it is not going to be used for a
prolonged period.
Children must be supervised when using the device.
Do not insert paper clips into the intake shaft.
Do not reach into the intake shaft.
Keep clothing away from the intake shaft.
Keep jewellery, e.g. necklaces, away from the intake shaft.
Keep hair away from the intake shaft.
Do not use any aerosol products on or near the device.
Insert no more than 8 sheets of paper at any one time into the
intake shaft (see 7. Technical Data).
Intake shaft for CDs/DVDs and Blu-Rays. Only insert one CD/
DVD or Blu-Ray at a time into the intake shaft.
Intake shaft for credit cards. Only insert one credit card at a
time into the intake shaft for credit cards.
3. Installation / Setup
Warning
• Only operate the product from a socket that has been approved for the device. The
socket must be installed close to the product and must be easily accessible.
• Disconnect the product from the power supply using the On/Off switch – if this is not
available, unplug the power cord from the socket.
• If using a multi-socket power strip, make sure that the total power consumption of
all connected devices does not exceed the power strip's maximum throughput rating.
• If you will not be using the product for a prolonged period, disconnect it from
mains power.
Note
• Set the product up on a level, horizontal and sufficiently stable surface.
• Route all cables so that there is no risk of tripping.
• Do not bend or crush the cable.
• Protect the connecting cable from hot surfaces and sharp edges.
• Connect the power pack to a properly installed and easily accessible mains socket.
4. Operation
Note
• Be aware that the thickness of paper increases when it is folded, leading to the
device's maximum page capacity being exceeded.
• Always wait until one cutting operation is finished before starting the next one.
• Do not use the device continuously for more than
• Empty the container regularly in order avoid damaging the device.
4.1 Switching the device on
• Move the operating switch (2) to the "ON/AUTO" position.
• The device is now ready for use.
4.2 Switching the device off
• Move the operating switch (2) to the "OFF" position.
4.3 Shredding paper
• Insert the paper into the centre of the intake shaft (3). The cutting rollers switch on
automatically.
• Let go of the paper. Once the cutting process is complete, the device switches itself off.
4.4 Shredding plastic cards
• Move the slider switch (2) to the "REV/CD" position.
• The cutting rollers are switched on and operate constantly.
• Insert the plastic card into the centre of the intake shaft (8).
• Let go of the plastic card.
• After the cutting process, move the slider switch (2) to the "OFF" position to switch the
device off or to the "ON/AUTO" position to shred paper in the intake shaft (3).
4.5 Shredding CDs, DVDs, Blu-Rays
• Move the slider switch (2) to the "REV/CD" position.
• The cutting rollers are switched on and operate constantly.
• Flip the cover (9) up and insert the CD, DVD or Blu-Ray into the centre of the intake
shaft (8).
• Let go of the CD, DVD or Blu-Ray.
• After the cutting process, move the slider switch (2) to the "OFF" position to switch the
device off or to the "ON/AUTO" position to shred paper in the intake shaft (3).
4.6 Forwards / backwards mode
Note
These modes are designed to release any blockages of the cutting mechanism.
• Move the slider switch (2) to the "REV/CD" position. The rollers on the cutting
mechanism now rotate in the reverse direction.
• Move the slider switch (2) alternately to the "ON/AUTO" position and the "REV/CD"
position. Repeat this process around three times.
• Then switch the device off - as described in 4.2 Switching the device off - and
disconnect the mains plug.
• Remove the blocked cut material carefully from the intake shaft (3).
• Reconnect the device - as described in 3. Installation/Setup - to the power supply.
2 minutes at a time.
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