Genie 180X Mode D'emploi page 9

2. Connect the main plug to a standard 230-240 volt AC socket.
Starting the document shredder:
Important note:
This device is designed solely for private use in enclosed quarters and for
brief operation not exceeding 2 minutes. Do not use the document
shredder for commercial applications nor outdoors. Improper use poses
risk of accidents.
The main switch has 3 positions. To start the device set the button into position
"AUTO".
1. AUTO (automatic start): The shredding operation will start automatically once
the document to be shredded is inserted in the feed slot.
shredder is set to normal operation. Please only insert the paper EVENLY into
the feed slot otherwise a paper jam may result. After the paper has been fed
into the shredding slot, the document shredder will deactivate automatically.
Only insert paper into the designated feed slots!
2. REVERSE<< (reverse operation): "REV" make the cutting unit turn backward.
With these function paper jams can be removed (please refer to chapter
"Protection against paper jams and overloading").
3. OFF position is recommended when emptying the wastebasket or when the
shredder is not in use for a prolonged period of time.
Capacity of the document shredder:
The 180X shreds up to 8 sheets of paper (DIN A4, 80g). The paper width may
comprise up to 21.8 cm. When shredding small paper sizes such as letters or credit
card receipts, please insert them into the middle of the shredding slot.
Please ensure that never more than the above-mentioned maximum quantity is
inserted in the shredder. Otherwise the device may sustain damage.
Protection against paper jams and overloading:
The 180X is equipped with a motor overload guard. To protect the machine well, we
suggest the user to operate it in this way: work 2 minutes then rest 60 minutes.
Under the following conditions, the current feed to the unit's motor is interrupted:
1. Continual operation of the document shredder with maximum capacity for a
prolonged period of time, e.g. longer than 2 minutes without interruption.
2. Overrunning the shredding capacity e.g. adding more than 6 sheets of paper
(80g) in one operation or in the event the paper is not inserted length-wise into
the feed slot.
Under the above-mentioned conditions, the automatic overload guard of the motor is
triggered, whereupon the current feed to the device is interrupted. In such a case,
please take the following steps:
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