How do you use the shredder?
1021649
I do not use the shredder . I returned it because I found it very dangerous. you have to be extremely careful with it. the first time I used it the last swipe I cut half my nail off of my little finger. I have heard others ended up at the hospital due to the bleeding. don't buy it ! it should be taken off the market. don't waste your money!
1021650
I haven't used it since I sliced my finger. I was slicing tomatoes when it happened.
1021651
I use it to chop vegetables for soups mostly. I have also used it to make hashbrowns out of my potatoes.
1021652
I haven't used the shredder yet but I would think the same way as the slicer. And I love the slicer, especially for onions. But definitely use the grabber guard as instructions indicate or else you may cut your finger when you get down too far.
1021653
I'm not sure if what you mean by "use" refers to how to actually use it or what to make with it. If the former, it's just like the slicer, you slide it back and forth. If you mean what can you make, coleslaw, carrot slivers for salad or snacks, potato sticks, shredded mozzarella for pizza, etc. Like with any slicer a novice should use the guard or buy a metallic kitchen glove.
2106084
Special oil for shredders is available wherever they are sold, i.e., Staples, Office Depot ... or online for cheaper ... just put a streak (line) of oil on a page you are about to shred ... you do this every so often depending on your amount of shredding. Do NOT apply it directly to the shredder and do NOT use run of the mill oil ... the type of oil is important
1037777
Simple. The best way to oil a shredder is to take 1-2 sheets of 8.5" X 11" paper, squeeze the oil in a side to side motion the length of the paper and then feed it into the shredder. As the paper shreds, it will oil the cutting blades.
2106082
Shredder Oil lubricates the cutter and keeps them from dulling faster and helps them to run smoother, putting less strain on the shredder motor. This extends the life of your shredder. Super easy to use, run a thin line of oil across a sheet of paper once every time you empty the basket and run it through the shredder.
189963
I bought this for my grandson for Christmas -- so I have no idea how to use it. Sorry. Wish I could help you out.
455930
Just lift the top using the handle and then dump the bottom "bin" to empty the shreds. After you empty the bin, just replace the top and you're ready to shred again.
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.
1718455
I've never tried it. This shredder starts to groan with 4 sheets of paper. I don't try to force it as I have a lot of shredding to do cleaning out my house. I don't try to use it any more than 15 minutes at a time.
968314
Short answer: No, I don't use a bag while machine is in operation. Explanation: When I first started using this machine I tried using bags and it just didn't work. The container for the shredded paper isn't designed for it. Luckily it isn't a problem. You just pull it out and dump the shredded paper into any standard paper shredder bag. I just buy whatever they have at Office Depot. You will have some shredded paper fall out on the floor, just vacuum or whisk broom it up. Not a big mess.
810785
If you keep it plugged in, it's just wasting electricity. Unplug it when you're not using, or plug it into a surge protector with an off/on toggle. Then your kids would have to power up the shredder before it would work.
852180
I don't think you could shred paper. There's nothing sharp in the grinding mechanism as there is in a paper shredder.
631526
It pulls out. Great machine. Just make sure you have the oil to keep the shredder parts lubricated. It ought to last a long time. Mine doesn't get used too much but it runs quick as long as you don't stuff too many sheets of paper in at once. Keep within the recommendations.
2106164
There was no owners manual with the one I ordered. I don't see any reason why you couldn't shred newspaper though. The biggest thing though is don't try and shred too many pages at once. It's not of comercial grade so it could burn the motor out
684486
SEE THIS LINK FOR HOW TO OIL YOUR SHREDDER USING CANOLA OIL http://www.factory-express.com/blog/2005/09/how-to-oil-paper-shredder.html
960973
I just tested it for you and ground through one of the daily junk mail Chase credit card apps envelopes, and it shredded it no problem. I love my Fellowes. It's the best shredder I've purchased. Remember to use some oil every now and then, per the instructions, to keep it moving well. I also take the top off and make sure nothing has wrapped itself around anything. Be sure to unplug it first, says Momma Sharon, I don't think you will be disappointed.
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.
739841
I haven't run any through yet, other than the very first sheet when I set the shredder up. I plan to run a couple sheets through every few thousand sheets. To make a 'cheap' lubricant sheet, take a blank piece of paper and put at least three lines WD40 or other light oil horizontally across it and after it has soaked in, run two or three sheets through the shredder. You'll be good to go until the next time.