... paper shredder on a regular basis oil is a good idea. I did not use the oil on ...
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When using a paper shredder on a regular basis oil is a good idea. I did not use the oil on previous paper shredders and lost them due to burnout. I would definitely recommend oil on any paper shredder especially ones that are highly used.
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No instructions on how to use oil and no extra warranty I paid for yet.  Shredder works great.
4737926
I haven't had any issues with this shredder. It's great! I try not to push my shredders too hard, though, so I only do about four sheets at a time. Haven't tried cards or CDs with it yet. Will update this review when I do.

I did not buy the one that came with the oiling sheets. I have canola oil cooking spray, and I've read that this is just as effective if your shredder needs to be oiled. Cheaper than the sheets and just as effective, it seems! I'll oil it about once every three or so months. I don't use it a whole lot.
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I purchased the "FELLOWS" shredder oil because I've used Fellows products in the past.
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Easy to use and seems to work well. Just squeeze zigzag lines of the oil on a clean piece of paper and shred the paper.
3599600
To think I spent hours and hours shredding 2005 FY documents in January 2-3 sheets at a time while changing over the file box to 2013.  And then it overheated and stopped working for long periods as it cooled off.  This shredder did the job in almost nothing flat and never overheated.  I did use the shredder oil at the beginning of what was not an ordeal.  I don't know what other people are or were looking for in a shredder, but as an old lady just trying to maintain some semblance of order, this is exactly what I needed and I don't know why I didn't get this long ago.
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I found that this paper shredder works well shredding paper and credit cards. It can also shred staples and small paper clips, though is not supposed to be used for file folders, adhesive labels, laminates, cardboard, unopened junk mail, cds/dvds, etc. Continuously, this paper shredder operates at a maximum of three-minutes operating capacity, after which it enters into a thirty-minute cooling down period. It also features a safety lock to prevent accidental operation. In terms of maintenance, it's recommended that you oil the shredder each time the waste bin is emptied with a non-aerosol vegetable oil In case of a paper jam, this paper shredder also has a "reverse" function, making it possible to pull out uncut paper from paper entry. Overall, I'm satisfied with this shredder though it must be noted that for heavy-duty shredding, you would need  different, larger shredder.
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Best Shredder I have ever owned. Strong. Because it is a cross-cut, the bin doesn't fill so quickly. Don't neglect to buy some Shredder oil & drizzle some oil in every time you empty the bin. (A quart of oil is a lifetime supply for most people). Bin also has a side slot to drop in papers that you don't need to shred (or when you don't want to make any noise)
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Thank you, Amazon Reviewers. It was your recommendation to not only purchase this, but to get the additional oil (and how to apply it to the blades - on a piece of paper) that got me to make the jump and purchase this shredder.

I love it! It's almost like a toy, that's how enjoyable it is to shred. And the oil! Thank you for helping me understand why I need to keep this thing in good condition.

The incredibly bright blue ON light could be its own night light. It's not quiet; I wouldn't run the shredder if the Family is napping or sleeping, but it isn't jackhammer-loud, either.
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I have a high rate of shredder-use, it worked well and quickly as long as the machine was not overburdened.  However, after a few weeks of regular use, it overheated and the motor died.  Also, I agree that it was extraordinarily messy to empty.
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The point is, it's a large bottle of oil that one is prompted to buy when purchasing a paper shredder. Then when you read the instructions on the shredder, you discover that a few drops of vegetable oil on a piece of paper and then fed into the shredder works just fine.

This was a needless expenditure and now I'm stuck with a fairly large bottle of lubricating oil that I have no use for.
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After my trusty Fellowes 10 Sheet Powershredder finally died, I decided to look into getting a micro-cut paper shredder that is a bit of a step-up from entry-level but relatively compact and affordable for home office use. I use my paper shredder for junk mails, sensitive documents, and yearly purging of billing and financial statements. I needed a paper shredder to consistently shred documents without overheating or jamming, as well as shredding into micro cuts. Comet CM-M07CD 7 Sheet Micro Cut Paper Shredder is one of the cheaper well-reviewed micro-cut paper shredders I came across on Amazon and other websites.

I owned this unit for a few months and put it to test during the past tax season. I purged all of my old financial records, billing statements, and other documents with ease. It is super quiet, easy to glide around the room on casters, and the large 4 gallon bin capacity is right for the job. The micro cut shred is a definite improvement on the crosscut shred. Another best feature I discovered is that the unit has a sensor that stops the shredder from starting if you try to add more than 5-7 sheets of paper at a time. I have spent countless hours cleaning out paper from the jammed Fellowes shredder because I gave in to my temptation to add more than 10 sheets at a time. This machine won't shred even if you try. It would be ideal if this shredder could accept 10 pages, but then of course, it means paying more for another model. There's no sensor indicating the bin is full, so you do need to check the bin periodically (has a see-through window). The unit comes with a bottle of lubricant oil. All in all, I am happy with this purchase!
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<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Fellowes-Shredder-Oil-12-oz-Bottle-with-Extension-Nozzle-35250/dp/B00006I58N/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Fellowes Shredder Oil, 12 oz. Bottle with Extension Nozzle (35250)</a>

This oil amounts to about $14 a quart.  Expensive yes, but it will last a long time if dispensed through a small pinhole and used every time the basket is full.

The oil has no smell whatsoever.

I have found that before using, I must completely remove any paper particles from the cutters by running the shredder in reverse, getting rid of any paper and then lifting the motor (after locking the mechanism) and discarding any visible paper bits.  Otherwise, applying oil before performing this procedure will result in oil-soaked paper residue and over time, the shredder then will then either jam or not operate.
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Whenever my friends tell me their shredders have broken down, I ask them if they oiled them frequently.  Most are surprised at the question and have never oilded their shredders!  I have Fellowes shredders, and have always used Fellowes oil.  It is so easy to use, just cut off the tip and run it across the opening of your shredder each time you empty it, then immediately shred a few sheets.  If you do that, your shredders will last for years.  Some people use vegetable oil, but I wouldn't advise it simply because veggie oil goes rancid so quickly, and you'll have an entirely different probem, perhaps even some creepy crawly ones.  The 12 oz. Fellowes oil lasts a long time, and the three pack is a great buy.  Oil your shredders!
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To shred is excellent...to feed paper not too great...its a bit of a strange angle but protects your fingers.
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Item was received surprisingly fast (on a Sunday) less than 48 hours without specifying any special shipment conditions or anything!
I already had a pile of paper waiting for it so I right away started using it and I ended up shredded at least 2500 sheets spread along the first week. Shredder is also quieter that I expected. I don't know whether it actually shreds 17 pages at one time or not, I never tried and I'm not curious. I'm used to feed 6 to 8 pages at a time for maximum mix of the resulting cut pieces and it was fast.  It is possible that the so called "clean" type paper and  "Mitsubishi" type paper ( the type of paper you use to print SEM images from an electronic microscope)  are not supposed to be shredded in this machine but I did shred a couple of hundred of those and it worked ok. Never jammed so far. I did shred two oiled sheets of paper a couple of times between all that shredding mentioned above since I learned that oiling the shredder is convenient every now and then. So far, I 'm very happy with this item.
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This shredder is heavier than I had expected and appears to be well-made. It slows noticeably, however, when fed more that 3-5 sheets of paper so I just use 2 to 4 sheets depending on how thick the paper feels to me. This is fine for home use and I am glad I got this model. The price is right too.

The confetti pieces are likely small enough for decent security. Considering how easy cyber theft seems to be these days I can't imagine anyone bothering to assemble these small pieces of paper to steal your information. Still, I feel more secure shredding my papers rather than recycling them as is.

The window in the front of the waste basket is essential since you'll be emptying the basket about every 45-50 sheets and it's nice to see when you need to do this.

Vegetable oils are recommended for lubrication. This seemed strange to me until I realized that a petroleum-based oil could produce a combustible pile of paper in your basket and the vapors might ignite if the shredder gets too hot. I checked the Material Safety Data Sheets of some commercial shredder oils and they are basically all cooking oils like canola oil or soybean oil. Any cooking oil with a high smoke point would work. I had some sunflower oil on hand and it works fine while also being light and odorless. I put some into a spray bottle and streamed some oil across the paper before inserting it into the machine. It works and it's not even messy.

I will update if problems occur but I'm very satisfied with my purchase now.