I used oil but still only have half the shredder shredding! what else can I do. Looked through the blades and don't see any excess paper.
1366833
I had the same problem that you have and was planning to buy a new shredder . Don't do it just take off the excess oil , that's the problem dry the blades and that's it.
1366834
To much oil on the blades can cause it How long have u had the shredder...years put alot of wear on them and they are not worth fixing by professionals they are very affordableIt may have a paper clip or clear plastic wrapped tightly around the blades..unplug the shredder and shine flashlight on the blades and look closely at the blades for objects obstructing the blades..oil will not help I'm pretty sure about it...
288571
I can only think of one thing. Is it way too full? Can you get it open about an inch and no further? If so, you can try shaking the shredder to settle the paper shreds and fish out what ever you can and little by little get the drawer open. If you can not budge door at all because it is REALLY stuck shut, that is another problem. All i can think of is pull super hard or use a pry tool (screwdriver) to try and get it open. Best of luck. stephen c cooper
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
737273
I've had this problem, too, and the only thing that works is to use an edge like the blunt end of a metal nail file or something similar to scrape it off. Or you can wet the item and see if the paper dissolves.
1037778
I have not done that but my son suggested I buy treated sheets that are fed through the shredder. He believes that is sufficient. I should probably make sure that is sufficient!
1514166
The oil could be used on a basic shredder. I started with a basic shredder but could only feed 2 to 3 sheets at a time and I jammed the shredder allot plus most basics only cut strips instead of crosscut. The model PS-79C Fellows is work horse and I am pleased with it. Use oil sparingly!
831985
I have not experienced this problem. The shredding done by my machine is what I expected it to do. Maybe you have a bad set of shredding rollers in yours. I would contact Amazon or Fellows about this issue. Good Luck!!
1391442
I'm not sure what I've done with the manual at the moment, but I went ahead and ran a section through the shredder. Worked fine.
1037775
We have had a couple of shredders in the past. We have taken a piece of paper to be shredded and covered the sheet with vegetable oil and then ran it through the shrewder. We do this each time we empty the basket. We now see that there is a 'special oil' to use. Best experience we have to offer.
2234748
You need to crush them. It presses the pulp to nearly dry. I used my kitchen aid mixer shredder attachment.
971782
I have not had any problems with the shredder, it works great. I have not applied any oil so I cannot answer that question. It has a large basket and holds lots of shredding which is nice.....not having to empty the basket all the time. Good buy as far as I am concerned.
196785
I really can't answer that because I didn't buy oil with it before I threw it away. But using oil may have gotten the papers less stuck.
684485
The oiling sheets I've tried are slightly narrower than the shredder opening, so I always wonder if the oil gets all the way to the edges. They're certainly more convenient, though.
2051397
first, make sure the machine is shut off. then, when you are facing the side that shows the window with the paper that has been shredded, there is a little place to hold and just slide that container straight out slowly (don't lift - just slide). hope that answers your question.
2229369
If you let it get so completely full that it stops, sometimes the paper shreds remain jammed up in the shredding unit even though the bin is empty. Try the following:1. pull the bin completely out 2. tap on the side of the unit (near the top) to see if you can loosen the jam, use the reverse button intermittently3. shine a flashlight up into the blades from inside the bin area to see if you can see a problem4. vacuum out the shredding blades with a crevice attachment on the vacuum hose (looking up from inside the bin area)5. tilt the unit upside down and then right side up If you let it get so completely full that it stops, sometimes the paper shreds remain jammed up in the shredding unit even though the bin is empty. Try the following:1. pull the bin completely out 2. tap on the side of the unit (near the top) to see if you can loosen the jam, use the reverse button intermittently3. shine a flashlight up into the blades from inside the bin area to see if you can see a problem4. vacuum out the shredding blades with a crevice attachment on the vacuum hose (looking up from inside the bin area)5. tilt the unit upside down and then... » Read More If you let it get so completely full that it stops, sometimes the paper shreds remain jammed up in the shredding unit even though the bin is empty. Try the following:1. pull the bin completely out 2. tap on the side of the unit (near the top) to see if you can loosen the jam, use the reverse button intermittently3. shine a flashlight up into the blades from inside the bin area to see if you can see a problem4. vacuum out the shredding blades with a crevice attachment on the vacuum hose (looking up from inside the bin area)5. tilt the unit upside down and then right side up « Show Less
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This one did not recommend oil. My old one came from Office Max and did not use oil. I didn't know shredders used oil until I shopped for this unit. Glad I don't have to worry about oil.
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Both will do the job! As you said...sheets are a little more expensive. Depending on how much you use your shredder and how often you lubricate it...liquid oil, if you use too much can leave a residue in the waste basket that shredded paper can stick to and have to be cleaned. It's still your choice?!