DAHLE CleanTEC® Document Shredder Operating Instructions

General Information

Prior to placing the document shredder in operation, read the operating and safety instructions carefully. Keep these instructions for later use.

• Only store, transport, and operate the document shredder in an upright position.
• Only use liquids and gases that comply with DAHLE guidelines.
• Operate the shredder in closed rooms at temperatures between 15°C and 32°C with a non-condensed humidity of 15% to 95%.
• Do not place the shredder near a heat source.
• Ensure the shredder is standing firmly on the floor with a distance of 100 mm to the wall. Activate brakes and fasten using the mounting kit if supplied.
• Avoid heat accumulation.
• The mains socket must be easily accessible at all times.
• Only use the mains cable supplied by DAHLE.
• Ensure the building's electrical installation is protected against short circuits (max. 20 A).
• Do not use near flammable liquids or gases.
• Do not use near caustic substances.
• Do not subject to moisture.
• Remove paper clips and staples prior to shredding.
• The shredder starts automatically.
• Do not operate the shredder without inserting documents.

Safety Precautions:

• Follow safety regulations.
• Read operating and safety instructions carefully.
• This shredder is not intended for use by children.
• Do not touch the paper feed with your hands.
• Do not allow clothing or hair to touch the paper feed.
• Prior to maintenance, disconnect the shredder from the electrical power supply.

Warning Symbols:

• 1: Noise in operation without shredding documents (in accordance with DIN).
• 2: Do not shred CDs/DVDs or bank cards/credit cards.
• 3: Document shredder in standby.
• 4: Document shredder in operation.
• 5: Starts automatically.
• 6: Oiling (only use DAHLE oil!).
• 7: Dispose of the document shredder appropriately and in an environmentally friendly manner at an authorized collection point. Do not dispose of parts or packaging in domestic waste.

Intended Use and Warranty:

The document shredder is intended for shredding paper. Depending on the model variant, CDs/DVDs, bank cards, and credit cards can also be shredded (refer to technical data). Wear, damage due to improper use, or unauthorized modifications and repairs are not covered by the warranty or guarantee. The fine dust filter fan runs for approximately 2 minutes after shredding.

Removing Transport Lock:

1. Actuate brakes. Prior to first-time operation, open the door and remove the paper collection bin.
2. Remove the screws for the transport lock from the base plate underneath the shredding mechanism. Re-fit the paper collection bin and close the door.
3. Each time the appliance is moved, the transport lock must be re-fitted.

Components Overview:

The document shredder includes features such as a microphone, CD/DVD feed, control unit/display, paper feed with photoelectric sensor, rating plate, collection bin for paper, collection bin for CDs/DVDs/cards, oil tank, replacement collection bin, main switch, thermal cut-out, mains connector, mains cable, and a DAHLE fine dust filter. It also has 4 castors with brakes on the front.

Control Panel Functions:

• Reverse button: For clearing jams or reversing operation.
• Motor jam with audible warning: Indicates a jam in the shredding mechanism.
• Collection bin full with audible warning: Indicates the bin needs emptying.
• Filter change: Indicates the fine dust filter needs replacing.
• Paper capacity display: Shows the current shredding capacity.
• Forward button: Starts and continues shredding.
• Door open with audible warning: Indicates the door is not properly closed.
• Oiling: Indicates the need for oiling the shredding mechanism.
• On, Off, Stop button: Controls the power and operation of the shredder.
• On indicator: Shows the shredder is powered on.
• Stand-by indicator: Shows the shredder is in standby mode.
• Energy-saving mode: LED flashes when the shredder is in energy-saving mode.

Check the voltage and mains frequency of your electricity supply match the information on the rating plate.

Technical Data

The document shredder is available in various models with different specifications regarding sheet capacity, security level, noise level, power consumption, dimensions, and weight. Refer to the tables below for detailed technical data.

Sheet Capacity and Security Levels:

Technical Data by Model Series:

Operation - Shredding Paper

Follow the safety instructions. Ensure the collection bin for CDs/DVDs and bank cards/credit cards is positioned at the front of the collection bin for paper when shredding paper.

1. Close the door of the document shredder.
2. Connect the mains cable and plug into a mains socket.
3. Switch on the main switch.
4. Switch on the document shredder with the On, Off, Stop button.

Shredding Process:

• Pay attention to the maximum number of sheets of paper in the technical data.
• Place paper in the middle of the paper feed. The built-in photoelectric sensor starts the shredder automatically.
• The shredder switches off automatically and goes into standby when the paper feed is clear.
• Continuous operation: After extended operation (approx. 5 sec.) of the forward button, the shredder changes to continuous operation.
• If the paper supply is interrupted for 15 seconds, continuous operation is interrupted.

Operation - Shredding CDs/DVDs & Bank Cards

Ensure the collection bin for CDs/DVDs and bank cards/credit cards is positioned at the rear of the collection bin for paper when shredding these items.

1. Pull out the collection bin and position the collection bin for CDs/DVDs and credit cards/bank cards at the rear.
2. Close the door of the document shredder.

Shredding Process:

• Insert CDs, DVDs, or bank cards/credit cards in the middle of the feeder while keeping the Forward button pressed.
• The shredder switches off automatically and goes into standby once the CD/DVD feed is clear.

Significance of the Signals

DAHLE CleanTEC® - Changing DAHLE Fine Dust Filter:

1. The filter change indicator illuminates on the control panel.
2. Unplug the mains cable.
3. Change the fine dust filter on the rear of the appliance: Undo screw (A), press catch and remove cover (B), remove filter (C) and dispose of it. It is imperative to fit a new DAHLE fine dust filter (D). Close cover (E) and tighten screw (F).
4. Plug in the mains cable, switch on the main switch and the On, Off, Stop button.
5. Reset filter change indicator: Keep the Forward and Reverse buttons pressed simultaneously for approx. 5 seconds.

DAHLE is not liable for improper use or failure to change the fine dust filter. The used filter can be disposed of in domestic waste. Fine dust particles are bound within the filter. Dispose of the filter in a manner that makes it inaccessible to children.

DAHLE Safe Technology - Paper Capacity Display:

This feature provides continuous paper volume measurement for smooth operation. Safe Technology checks material density before starting. If density is too high, shredding is inhibited. Reduce the number of sheets.

DAHLE Safe Technology - Automatic Acoustic Shut Down:

For immediate motor stop by voice control or by tapping the appliance:

• The shredding process stops by voice control or tapping the appliance.
• Operate the Reverse button to remove foreign bodies from the shredding mechanism.
• Reset the motor inhibit indicator by switching the shredder on and off.

DAHLE Safe Technology - Automatic Oiling (Cross-Cut Only):

Fill the oil tank with DAHLE document shredder oil. The integrated oil tank provides regulated, automatic oiling of the rollers.

• Fill the integrated oil tank when indicated on the display.
• Switch off the shredder.
• Open the door, access the oil tank, and open the cap.
• Fill the oil tank with DAHLE document shredder oil and close it.

Attention - 115 V: Paper can only be shredded after filling the oil tank.

Collection Bin Full:

The LED flashes and an audible warning sounds. If the collection bin is full, shredding stops. This is indicated acoustically and optically.

1. Switch off the main switch and unplug the mains cable.
2. Remove, empty, and re-fit the collection bin.
3. Plug in the mains cable and switch on the main switch.

Automatic Motor Shut Down:

The LED flashes and an audible warning sounds in case of:

• Overheating of the motor.
• Paper jam.
• Microphone triggered.

Door Open:

The LED flashes and an audible warning sounds. If the door is open, shredding stops. Close the door.

Changing the Settings

Changing the Microphone Sensitivity:

1. Switch on the shredder with the On, Off, Stop button.
2. Press the On, Off, Stop button for approx. 5 seconds; the current microphone setting is indicated on the paper capacity display.
3. Use the Reverse button to increase microphone sensitivity (B).
4. Use the Forward button to reduce microphone sensitivity (A).
5. Confirm your setting by pressing the On, Off, Stop button.

Changing the Factory Setting:

To adjust for different paper types or to correct performance in terms of sheets:

1. Ensure the paper feed is clear.
2. Switch off the appliance.
3. Within 5 seconds, press the Reverse button for approx. 6 seconds until the paper capacity display (A) illuminates 1x.
4. Place the required amount of paper (refer to technical data) in the paper feed.
5. Keep the Forward button pressed for approx. 6 seconds until the paper capacity display (A) illuminates 1x.
6. Fig. A indicates a small amount of paper; Fig. B indicates too much paper. Start again at step 1 if necessary.
7. The factory setting has been changed. Switch the shredder back on.

Restoring the Factory Setting:

1. Switch off the appliance.
2. Keep the On, Off, Stop button pressed for 4 seconds.
3. Release the On, Off, Stop button after the second audible warning.
4. The factory setting has been restored.

Possible Malfunctions

Malfunction 1: Shredder switches off automatically after extended operation and/or overheating to cool down.

This is a normal function to prevent overheating. Allow the shredder to cool down.

Malfunction 2: Shredding process not started.

• No indication on control panel (LED not illuminated): Check if the mains cable is plugged in, the main switch is on, the On/Off/Stop button is activated, and the thermal cut-out is not tripped (ensure it is in the ON position).
• Indication on control panel (LED illuminated): Check if the door is open, the collection bin is full, there is an overload, the oil tank is empty (115 V models), or too many sheets of paper have been inserted.

Malfunction 3: Paper Jam.

• If too many sheets are inserted, the shredding process stops. The mechanism automatically reverses briefly to eject the paper.
• ATTENTION: To avoid damaging the shredding mechanism, do not operate the forward-reverse switch alternately.
• If the paper continues to be jammed, operate the Reverse button briefly.
• Reduce the number of sheets by removing or tearing off paper.
• The shredding process starts automatically after re-inserting paper, or operate the Forward button.
• For models 41334, 41434, 41534, 41634: In case of a paper jam, the mechanism reverses for 0.5 seconds. Remove the paper, then operate the Forward switch to clear the mechanism. The Reverse switch is inhibited until the Forward switch is actuated. Reduce the number of sheets.

Malfunction 4: Energy-saving mode.

If not used, the shredder enters energy-saving mode (flashing LED) after approx. 10 minutes. On renewed use, it takes approx. 3 seconds to start. In energy-saving mode, the shredder switches off if unused for approx. 20 minutes (LED off). To use the shredder, switch it back on with the On, Off, Stop button.

Maintenance and Care

Use only DAHLE spare parts!

1. Switch off the document shredder and unplug the mains cable.
2. Clean the appliance with a dry cloth only.
3. Plug in the mains cable and switch on the document shredder.