20 Most Recent Swingline Optima Electric Stapler 45 Questions & Answers

Swingline Optima 45 Stapler - cannot slide tray back in stapler, no staples jamming

Sometimes the rectangular insert where the staples sit on, gets dislodged. On the underside of channel insert is a spring and when correctly seated is in between the tabs of the bottom piece. If the insert isn't in between the tabs, it sits too high and makes it difficult to open and close the staple tray. The staples will jam.

Swingline Optima... | Answered on Jun 13, 2020

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Staples will not come out of the stapler.

Did you use Optima brand staples? If not, the stapler will not work correctly. You must use their brand of staples or it will continue jamming, and giving you problems. The staples typically found right next to the Optima staplers in the office supply stores. They come in a rectangular metal box and are labeled Optima staples.

Swingline Optima... | Answered on Mar 22, 2016

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It was out of staples, I loaded it and now it will not staple automatically or manually. Did not jam, no jam in stapler. What do I do?

Swingline Optima... | Posted on Feb 12, 2016 | Be the first to answer

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The auto stapling for my Optima 45 won't staple, can it be fixed? It will manual staple, but not auto. Kinda like the motion sensor went out. Any ideas??

Try to take all the staples out then put a small amount of "Two in one oil" as it is very fine oil. Once you have done this wipe off the excess oil if you have a lot spill out wipe with a rag & use the rag to wipe over the underside of one row of staples.
leave overnight & try to use this again with the slightly oiled staples this should remove any oil left then see if this does the trick. (Note I hope you have the correct staples for the machine of course.) Best Wishes Malcolm

Swingline Optima... | Answered on Jun 02, 2015

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How do I get this stapler to work when it has the correct staples in it?

Try to take all the staples out then put a small amount of "Two in one oil" as it is very fine oil. Once you have done this wipe off the excess oil if you have a lot spill out wipe with a rag & use the rag to wipe over the underside of one row of staples.
leave overnight & try to use this again with the slightly oiled staples this should remove any oil left then see if this does the trick. (Note I hope you have the correct staples for the machine of course.) Best Wishes Malcolm.

Swingline Optima... | Answered on May 29, 2015

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My stapler Optima 45 will not dispense the staples. I had one jammed but removed it and still wont work??

Swingline Optima... | Posted on Jan 26, 2015 | Be the first to answer

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Does the Swingline Optima 45 have an auto shut off? My first one stays on, but the other two turn themselves off...

Swingline Optima... | Posted on Jan 12, 2015 | Be the first to answer

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No staples coming out of machines

The Optima line of staplers do not work without jamming continuously unless you use the Optima brand staples. They can be found in the store next to the Optima staplers in a rectangular silver box, and will solve you problem instantly. There is no other brand of staple that will work in this line (I tried numerous), but once you purchase the Optima staples, problem solved, and you'll love it!

Swingline Optima... | Answered on Nov 13, 2014

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My swingline GBC Fusion laminating machine dose not heat up and keep beeping

Replacement is required as the element/heater has failed.

Swingline Office... | Answered on Jan 07, 2021

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Model 690 electric stapler. Why did it suddenly stop stapling?

Swingline Office... | Posted on Dec 16, 2020 | Be the first to answer

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My Swingline Optima 20 electric stapler will not release the tray to add more staples. How can I fix this?

Most likely a staple is jammed near the discharge end. Get a small screwdriver or pick and try prying out any stuck staples. Usually a little force will pop the release tray out.

Swingline Office... | Answered on Jun 13, 2020

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My Swingline Optima 20 stapler - the trigger fell out. I have it and it is in one piece. How do I reinstall it?

Utube videos or bringit to an officestore

Swingline Office... | Answered on Feb 03, 2020

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Swingline 67 Electric Stapler flashes red on top and don't work at all. It flashes faster than when it is just out of staples.

Take batterys out n givit a rest..like fones n computers u need to reboot when haywire. The chargn n pwr supply cud b worn tu

Swingline Office... | Answered on Jan 03, 2020

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I can't get the staple magazine on my Swingline Optima 45 to open. Solution?

Hold the base firmly in one hand and pull back the top of the stapler, including the staple tray, to open it for tacking. Other models include a silver tab on the bottom of the stapler, toward the back. Press down on it and the stapler will automatically open enabling to use it to tack up papers.

Swingline Office... | Answered on Aug 23, 2019

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Question on the Swingline Optima20 it acts as if the battery is dead in it ..yet I have changed the battery in it twice already it is not jammed ..what could be the issue ?

Swingline Office... | Posted on Jun 11, 2019 | Be the first to answer

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My Swingline Optima 45 stapler will not release the staple tray.

Swingline Office... | Posted on May 02, 2019 | Be the first to answer

20 Most Recent Swingline Optima Electric Stapler 45 Sheet Capacity Silver Questions & Answers

Swingline Optima 45 Stapler - cannot slide tray back in stapler, no staples jamming

Staples will not come out of the stapler.

It was out of staples, I loaded it and now it will not staple automatically or manually. Did not jam, no jam in stapler. What do I do?

The auto stapling for my Optima 45 won't staple, can it be fixed? It will manual staple, but not auto. Kinda like the motion sensor went out. Any ideas??

How do I get this stapler to work when it has the correct staples in it?

My stapler Optima 45 will not dispense the staples. I had one jammed but removed it and still wont work??

Does the Swingline Optima 45 have an auto shut off? My first one stays on, but the other two turn themselves off...

No staples coming out of machines

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Staple drawer will not close

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My swingline GBC Fusion laminating machine dose not heat up and keep beeping

Model 690 electric stapler. Why did it suddenly stop stapling?

My Swingline Optima 20 electric stapler will not release the tray to add more staples. How can I fix this?

My Swingline Optima 20 stapler - the trigger fell out. I have it and it is in one piece. How do I reinstall it?

Swingline 67 Electric Stapler flashes red on top and don't work at all. It flashes faster than when it is just out of staples.

I can't get the staple magazine on my Swingline Optima 45 to open. Solution?

Question on the Swingline Optima20 it acts as if the battery is dead in it ..yet I have changed the battery in it twice already it is not jammed ..what could be the issue ?

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