Sentinel FX100B User Manual - Helpful User Tips

Helpful User Tips

Clearing a Jam 

If paper is not inserted properly into the shredder, or if the sheet capacity is 

exceeded, a jam may result. Move the switch to the REVERSE (

and remove the excess paper from the top and pull it out. TO PREVENT ANY 

INJURIES, DO NOT PLACE YOUR HANDS NEAR THE FEED OPENING. Once 

the paper is cleared, normal shredding operation can resume. If the shredder 

jams while in reverse, press the switch to the AUTO position and let shredder 

run to clear the jammed paper. If jam does not clear, slide the switch back and 

forth between the REV and AUTO until the jam is cleared. If the jam cannot 

be cleared following this procedure, unplug the unit and carefully remove the 

jammed paper manually.

Overheating 

If your shredder overheats, the unit will automatically shut off and all functions 

will cease in order to protect the motor. Turn off and unplug the shredder from 

the outlet. Allow enough time for the motor to cool down. The shredder will not 

resume normal function until the temperature of the motor cools down to a 

safe temperature. Once cool, plug the shredder back into the outlet, turn the 

unit back on and resume normal operation. Make sure to empty waste basket 

to avoid overloading the basket and damaging the cutting mechanism.

Bin Full Function

Some shredders are equipped with a mechanical or optical Bin Full sensor.  

When the basket becomes full, the shredder will cease operation. Empty basket  

to resume operation.

Emptying Basket

Always turn the shredder off and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet  

before cleaning it, moving it, or emptying the wastebasket. Always keep 

wastebasket emptied so that the shredder’s output is not impeded. Never let 

the wastebasket get full. This will lead to shredded material being pulled back 

up into the shredder and cause jams.

Staples and Paperclips

Our shredders are designed primarily to shred paper and credit cards. You 

should remove small paper clips and staples whenever possible to prolong the 

life of the unit. You should not shred commercial staples, large paper clips or 

binder clips.