Believe it or not, but the paper shredder in my office is 10 years old. It’s a small strip-cut shredder and I use it every day. Here are a three tips that should help you get the most life from your shredder.
1. Oil Your Shredder
Most of our customers who purchase a shredder are surprised to learn that most paper shredders require oiling. This is simply done by squirting a thin layer of shredder oil on a single piece of paper. You then shred the sheet, letting it pass completely through the shredder blades.
Then, push the reverse button on your shredder for a few seconds and you’re done. That’s all there is to it. I recommend oiling your shredder at least once every other week, depending on use. If you use your shredder on a more frequent basis than I do, then you should oil your shredder accordingly.
2. Sheet Capacity
Most paper shredder manufacturers will give their machine a sheet capacity rating. This indicates how many sheets of paper you can shred at one time. To make your shredder last as long as possible, I recommend backing the manufacturer’s rating off by about 30%. So, if you have a shredder rated for six sheets at a time, back it down to about four.
3. Empty The Shred Bin
Be sure to empty your paper waste bin whenever it’s full. People often continue to run their shredder with a loaded bin. This puts undue stress on your shredder’s motor and shred heads.
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