20 Most Recent Quartet gbc ShredMaster 2260X Cross-Cut Shredder Questions & Answers

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Cross-cut shredders require monthly oiling of the cutting cylinders to maintain proper operation. Failure to oil the blades regularly could result in excessive noise during operation. See oiling instructions below.
Oiling Your Shredder's Cutting Blades
To keep your shredder in top condition, the cutting blades need to be oiled every so often (for frequency, please refer to your owner's manual). We recommend using Powershred® Lubricant or a vegetable-based oil (such as corn or canola) in a non-aerosol container with an extension nozzle.

Caution: Never use flammable synthetic oil, petroleum-based, or aerosol lubricants to oil the cutting blades. Some agents may combust, causing serious injury. NEVER USE WD40.

1. Depress and hold the reverse button down.
2. Put the tip of the oil bottle in the paper entry and make one or two sweeps the length of the entry while squeezing the oil bottle.
3. Move the power switch to Auto (I) position, or depress the manual forward button (depending on model of shredder) and allow the blades to run at least three seconds.
4. Move the power switch to Reverse (R) position and allow it to run for at least three seconds.
5. Repeat steps three and four above at least three times.

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If blowing some canned air into the switch doesn't cure the problem, the switch will have to be replaced.

Try Radio Shack or an electronic supply store.

Also, check the door alignment screws.

check for a scrap of paper jamming the small lever to the forward micro switch

Its the thermal cutout that rides on the underside of the roller .Take the covers off and access it from the rear . Its the one on the right from the rear view. Remove the two screws from the front under the bottom roller and it will fall loose . get on e-bay and you can buy a new one .

You would need to lubricate the unit by running through oiled paper or by spraying oil directly into the feed opening and then running unit in reverse for at least 2 minutes Good luck