How to Shred Paper in a Shredding Machine

Plug in the paper shredder into an open outlet., Turn on the paper shredder., Take a piece of paper and slide it into the slot., Turn off the paper shredder once you finish.,Empty the shredder when full.

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Plug in the paper shredder into an open outlet.

    You might also have to turn on the safety switch at back of shredder.
  2. Step 2: Turn on the paper shredder.

    You can do this by pressing the "power" button on top or on front. , It doesn't matter which way you put it in.

    You can place a couple sheets at a time, but do not overfeed it.

    Check that you're shredding only paper.

    Other materials such as paperclips can break the shredder blades.

    Note: most shredders can handle staples and tape, but not paperclips. , It will save power.

    You do not have to switch off the safety switch (If it has one) ,
  3. Step 3: Take a piece of paper and slide it into the slot.

  4. Step 4: Turn off the paper shredder once you finish.

  5. Step 5: Empty the shredder when full.

Detailed Guide

You might also have to turn on the safety switch at back of shredder.

You can do this by pressing the "power" button on top or on front. , It doesn't matter which way you put it in.

You can place a couple sheets at a time, but do not overfeed it.

Check that you're shredding only paper.

Other materials such as paperclips can break the shredder blades.

Note: most shredders can handle staples and tape, but not paperclips. , It will save power.

You do not have to switch off the safety switch (If it has one) ,

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