Do you need to lubricate this shredder and if so with what?
1552315
No, there is nothing in the directions that state the shredder needs to be lubricated.A bottle of Fellowes Shredder Oil, 12 oz. Bottle with Extension Nozzle (35250) Wouldn't hurt though to apply every once in a while.
1552316
I haven't owned it long enuf to make this necessary. Office supply stores can advise what to use. One such product is a specially coated sheet that can be fed thru the shredder mechanism to "flush out" any bits that might stick in the teeth.
1552317
No, there is nothing in the directions that state the shredder needs to be lubricated. A bottle of http://www.amazon.com/Fellowes-Shredder-Bottle-Extension-35250/dp/B00006I58N/ref=pd_bxgy_e_img_y Wouldn't hurt though to apply every once in a while.
1552318
I had an old shredder that I occasionally ran some "old fashion" wax paper thru. Was still working when I upgraded. Has anyone else tried this?
1552319
I have not had an issue with it while not using the lubrication. Personally, I don't think it needs it. I had an older one that worked fine without that as well. Hope this helps! :)
1477897
NO. At least the one I bought from SpeedPuzzles wasn't lubed. It was also a little dusty but in otherwise perfect condition.
1369348
Nothing in the instructions that comes with this trimmer mention using any oil to lube the blade...If it is not called for by the manufacturer it probably is not needed..However...after repeated use some tree`s or bush`s might leave a sticky residue on the blade that could slow down the operation of this trimmer...it might be a good idea to spray a little WD40 on the blade....WD40 is a light oil that will not build up on the blade ....
1134498
I wouldn't worry about overheating unless you are doing an enormous amount of shredding at one time. I use a Shredder Lubricant Sheet (just run one through the shredder and it lubricates and makes it run smoother and more efficiently) once a month and the machine runs very smoothly without overheating.
416850
I have used mine more times than I am willing to count and never lubed it. I would say if you clean it right then you should not need to lube it. FYI when you take the blade off, before you move the slicer put the center screw back in or the rod will fall out.
1207304
I bought the shredder sheets so I wouldn't have to use oil. However, (and I've said this before) there aren;t many of them in the box which makes them quite expensive. I like to oil the cutting heads each time I empty the collecting basket. The way to do it with oil, is to scribe an "S" or two with the oil on plain paper and run that through the machine. I alternate between the store-bought oiling sheets, and the plain paper with the oiled "S." Seems a good system to me.
1514164
You might want to contact Fellowes. I feel no matter what kind of shredder you use, the blades need to be maintained and the performance oil is good for maintaining your shredder.
231441
Oil made for shredders; use manufacturers recommendations. Not frequently in general.
1289722
NO! This tool DOES require oiling in order to lubricate the O-rings as explained in the Owners Manual and should be run at no more than 85PSI at the tool.
1021059
In my opinion, since the instructions don't state how often, it depends how many sheets are being shredded. Since the lubricant sheet only lubricates the outsideof the blades, the more sheets being shredded, the more lubricate being soaked up. If you hear the shredder bogging down, use a lubricate sheet.
2009147
The item comes with lubricant already applied. You should not need to apply any additional lubricant.
1021060
It depends on how often and how much you use your shredder. I've used one sice I bought the pack of lub pads and the shredder still sounds great. after four months. Under normal conditions I run about 150 sheets through the shredder a week. I figure the shredder will be due for another sub in about a month.
554658
I use an office depot shredder lubricant I bought about two shredders ago and still have most of that bottle left because I only use it VERY occasionally. I just run a line of it across a sheet of paper and run it through. I must admit it sounds smoother after that. Probably should use it more often, but I forget until it sounds a bit ragged.
1366833
I had the same problem that you have and was planning to buy a new shredder . Don't do it just take off the excess oil , that's the problem dry the blades and that's it.
2106086
The oil is applied across the entry of the machine. Oiling keeps the machine running smoothly and I believe it keeps the shredder from making noise. Per the instruction book you can also use non-aerosol vegetable oil in a long nozzle container (which Fellowes sells).
1843438
The only thing that I have for this shredder and other shredders I've had, are lubricating/cleaning sheets that you run through the shredder. I've always one sheet and have done it about once a month but if you do a lot of shredding you may want to do this more often. This just keeps the unit running smoothly.
971784
applying the oil is as easy as is possible! They give you a little starter bottle of oil and you just squeeze it along the opening where the shredding blades are. I see that they also selllubricating sheets which are simple to use, also. I love this shredder! It is a little workhorse and is jam-proof!