1. Rematadoview
This manual provides instructions for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Amazon Basics 8-Sheet Micro-Cut Paper, CD, and Credit Card Shredder. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the shredder and retain it for future reference.
The Amazon Basics Micro-Cut Shredder is designed for home and small office use, providing a high level of security for sensitive documents, CDs, DVDs, and credit cards.
Características principais:
- Micro-Cut Shredding: Cuts material into approximate 0.5 x 1.3 cm particles, meeting P-4 security standards.
- Capacidade: Shreds up to 8 sheets of 20-pound bond paper simultaneously.
- Media Shredding: Capable of destroying CDs, DVDs, and credit cards (one at a time).
- Tempo de execución: 5 minutes continuous operation, followed by a 30-minute cool-down period to prevent overheating.
- Interruptor de control: 4-mode control (Auto, Off, Reverse, Forward).
- Indicadores LED: Power on, Overheat, Overload, Door Open, Bin Full.
- Papeleira: Easy-to-empty 4-gallon (15L) pull-out bin.
- Mobilidade: Equipped with caster wheels for easy movement.
2. Instrucións de seguridade importantes
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, always follow basic safety precautions when using this product.
- Le todas as instrucións antes de usar.
- Keep away from children and pets. The shredder has sharp blades and moving parts.
- Manteña a roupa solta, as xoias, o cabelo e as mans lonxe da ranura de entrada de papel.
- Non pulverice nin manteña produtos en aerosol dentro ou arredor da trituradora.
- Do not shred metallic credit cards or any metal objects.
- Do not shred adhesive labels or materials that may stick to the shredder blades.
- Desconecte a trituradora antes de movela, limpala ou baleirar o colector de lixo.
- Non faga funcionar a trituradora se o cable de alimentación está danado.
- Do not attempt to service the shredder yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
- Asegúrese de colocar a trituradora sobre unha superficie estable e nivelada.
3. Configuración
- Desempaquetar: Retire con coidado a trituradora da súa embalaxe. Garde a embalaxe para futuros transportes ou almacenamentos.
- Instalar as rodas pivotantes: Attach the four caster wheels to the bottom of the shredder base by pushing them firmly into the designated slots until they click into place.
- Posición: Place the shredder on a flat, stable surface near a power outlet. Ensure there is adequate space around the unit for ventilation and access to the waste bin.
- Conectar enerxía: Enchufe o cable de alimentación nunha toma eléctrica estándar.
- Inserir o colector de lixo: Ensure the pull-out waste bin is correctly inserted into the shredder. The shredder will not operate if the bin is not properly seated.

Image: The Amazon Basics shredder with its 4-gallon pull-out waste bin fully extended, illustrating easy access for emptying.
4. Instrucións de funcionamento
Control Switch Modes:
- FWD (adiante): Manually feeds paper into the shredder.
- AUTO (Automático): The shredder will automatically start when paper is inserted and stop when shredding is complete. This is the recommended setting for normal use.
- OFF: Turns the shredder off. Always set to OFF when not in use or during maintenance.
- REV (Marcha atrás): Reverses the shredder blades to clear paper jams.

Imaxe: Primeiro plano view of the shredder's control panel, showing the 4-mode switch (FWD/AUTO/OFF/REV) and LED indicators for Power, Overheat, Overload, Door Open, and Bin Full.
Trituración de documentos:
- Axuste o interruptor de control a AUTO. The Power LED (green) will illuminate.
- Insert up to 8 sheets of paper into the paper entry slot. The shredder will automatically start and stop.
- Small paper clips and staples do not need to be removed.

Image: A hand feeding multiple sheets of paper into the shredder's main paper entry slot, demonstrating typical use.
Shredding CDs/DVDs and Credit Cards:
- Axuste o interruptor de control a AUTO.
- Insert one CD, DVD, or credit card into the dedicated slot. The shredder will process it and stop.
- Do not attempt to shred metallic credit cards.

Image: Close-up of the shredder's top, showing a CD being inserted into its dedicated slot and a credit card being inserted into its slot, with diagrams illustrating the shredding pattern for each.
Indicadores LED de estado:
- Power On (Green): Indica que a trituradora está acendida e lista para funcionar.
- Sobrequecemento (vermello): Illuminates if the motor exceeds its temperature limit. The shredder will automatically shut off. Allow 30 minutes for cooling before resuming use.
- Sobrecarga (vermello): Flashes if too much material is inserted, causing the motor to strain. Remove excess material and use the REV function if jammed.
- Porta aberta (vermella): Illuminates if the waste bin is not fully inserted or the shredder head is not properly seated.
- Caixa chea (vermella): Flashes when the waste bin is full and needs to be emptied.
5. Mantemento
Baleirar a papeleira:
- Axuste o interruptor de control a DESACTIVADO and unplug the shredder.
- Tire do colector de lixo da parte dianteira da trituradora.
- Empty the shredded material.
- Slide the waste bin back into the shredder until it is securely closed.
Limpeza:
- Desconecte sempre a trituradora antes de limpala.
- Limpe o exterior da trituradora cun pano suave e seco. Non empregue produtos de limpeza abrasivos nin solventes.
- Do not allow liquids to enter the shredder opening.
Lubricación das láminas da trituradora:
Regular oiling helps maintain shredder performance and extends its lifespan. Use shredder oil (vegetable oil is not recommended) after every 30 minutes of continuous shredding or at least twice a month for light use.
- Aplique unha liña fina de aceite para a trituradora de documentos na ranura de entrada de papel.
- Axuste o interruptor de control a FWD for 2-3 seconds to distribute the oil, then switch to DESACTIVADO.
- Alternatively, you can shred an oiled sheet of paper.
6 Solución de problemas
| Problema | Causa posible | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| A trituradora non se acende. | No power; Waste bin not fully inserted; Overheat protection activated. | Check power connection; Ensure bin is correctly seated; Allow 30 minutes for cooling if Overheat LED is red. |
| Atasco de papel. | Too much paper inserted; Material not suitable for shredding. | Cambiar a REV to clear; Reduce paper quantity; Remove unsuitable material. |
| A trituradora para durante o funcionamento. | Overheat protection activated; Waste bin full; Door open. | Allow to cool; Empty waste bin; Ensure bin is correctly seated. |
| Shredder is noisy or slow. | Blades need oiling; Overload. | Oil the shredder blades; Reduce paper quantity. |
7. Especificacións
| Característica | Detalle |
|---|---|
| Número de modelo | C217-C |
| Tipo de trituración | Microcorte |
| Tamaño de trituración | 0.5 x 1.3 cm (0.18 x 0.5 polgadas) |
| Nivel de seguridade | P-4 |
| Capacidade de folla | 8 follas (papel bond de 20 lb) |
| Trituración de medios | CDs, DVDs, Credit Cards (1 at a time) |
| Capacidade do lixo | 4 galóns (15 litros) |
| Tempo de execución | 5 minutos encendido / 30 minutos apagado |
| Product Dimensions (WxLxH) | 8.9 x 13.2 x 18.1 polgadas (22.6 x 33.5 x 46 cm) |
| Peso do elemento | 14.7 libras (6.67 kg) |

Image: The Amazon Basics shredder with a document being fed, alongside an illustration of the micro-cut shred size (0.18 x 0.5 inches) and a coin for scale, indicating P-4 security level.
8. Garantía e soporte
For warranty information, please refer to the official Warranty document provided with your product or available online. For customer support, troubleshooting assistance, or to inquire about replacement parts, please contact Amazon Basics customer service.
Recursos en liña:
- Manual do usuario (PDF): Descargar PDF
- Garantía (PDF): Descargar PDF






