My shredder gets light usage - how do I know when to oil?
1130376
I oil it every time I open the basket below compartment to deal with the shredded paper
1130377
Well, if your shredder starts having difficulty shredding the paper and doesn't completely chop the paper finely then the blades are dull and needs oiling. Or the oil can be used as a sort of maintenance for the shredder, just oil it every 6 months in your case for better performance.
1130378
I would say to consider the humidity (part of country your from) in your area or in your home if you do not use it very often. Your are not just preventing the teeth from over heating and burning out but also rust building up and causing the same results. When you apply the oil consider that and how much or how little you need. We use ours almost daily and we use the recommended amount of at least once a month, I suppose for you I would consider once every two or three months with a small application.
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.
1514163
Sonia, shredder oil should be used with all shredders. The # 1 cause of shredder failure is not oiling the shredder blades.
2190891
I just googled "how to oil Royal 1840MX shredder" and clicked on this result: http://www.overstock.com/guides/how-to-oil-a-paper-shredder. It explains how to oil a shredder using a paper method or paperless method. It will thoroughly answer your question. Good luck!
773621
Some manufacturers allow the use of vegetable oil, but make sure you first read the owner's manual, because using the wrong oil will void warranties. Sewing machine oil is a dust-repelling, lightweight oil that some users recommend. Running a sheet of wax paper through the shredder also works. WD-40 lubricant is not recommended.
1369964
There is a small odor from the heat that builds up from continuous running. I shred a lot of paper, probably more than what would be normal for most people.I am completely satisfied with the machine. I recommend purchasing the large bottle of lubricating oil and using it as directed.
231439
My Royal 120X is still brand new, used it only a few times. Works like a charm.I would use a sawing machine oil. The shredder can't be more complicated then the old "used every day" sawing machine!
1763137
I have been using this shredder for close to a year with no problems, just don't feed too many sheets of paper into the shreeder at one time. I am not sure that the sheeder needs any maintenance. I would check with the manufacturer.
1037691
I bought this shredder because it was highly rated by Good Housekeeping. The directions say to rest it after only 2 minutes of shredding. I have had no problems with overheating but I don't shred a huge stack of paper before giving it a rest.
554658
I use an office depot shredder lubricant I bought about two shredders ago and still have most of that bottle left because I only use it VERY occasionally. I just run a line of it across a sheet of paper and run it through. I must admit it sounds smoother after that. Probably should use it more often, but I forget until it sounds a bit ragged.
999034
UPDATE. I contacted Fellowes directly and they said that all the 99ci manufactured after October 2013 have the energy saving system (ESS) that puts the shredder to "standby" after a few minutes of nonuse.
1552315
No, there is nothing in the directions that state the shredder needs to be lubricated.A bottle of Fellowes Shredder Oil, 12 oz. Bottle with Extension Nozzle (35250) Wouldn't hurt though to apply every once in a while.
2106085
Shredder oil is a lubricant designed to stay on the shredder blades for the amount of shredding to fill the collector basket one time, The shredder oil needs to be re-applied each and every subsequent collector basket filled with shredded material. The bottle that comes with the unit is enough for approx 3 baskets full of shredded material. Keep the little bottle and refill it with a bigger bottle that can be ordered form AMAZON.COM. This will keep the blades from getting overheated and keep them sharp as they cut through the material as needed ie Audio, Data or Video Discs and all of the documents or junk mail that arrives magically at your mail box.. As for applying the oil it is simple, just take the oil spout applicator cap (and cut tip off so if will allow oil to flow) that is on the bottle and turn the tip down into the blade assembly (it is below the slot where you deposit material to be shredded) and gently squeeze the bottle while moving from one end to the other end of cutter assembly and do not worry the oil will deposit on the cutters without any other concern.
554661
To clean the exterior wipe with a dry or damp cloth. Once a month pour the Fellowes performance oil I bought when I ordered the shredder on a sheet of paper and run through once or twice. This keeps the blades operating well. The first time I oiled the blades I poured the oil directley on the blades however I must of poured too much so the machine did not operate. I cleaned off some of the oile and all went well. So the sheet is a better idea.
216402
I had one very serious jam and I made sure that the shredder was turned off and unplugged from the surge protector and then used several pliers in different lengths and pulled the paper from it. After I cleared the jam I put some performance oil on a single sheet of paper and ran it through and it worked okay.
708383
I usually oil my trimmer when it sounds like it's working too hard. Every 10 or 12 trims I use the oil provided. One drop on each edge of the blades, run for a few seconds turn off and wipe blades, do this twice, then you can use the trimmer.
1021060
It depends on how often and how much you use your shredder. I've used one sice I bought the pack of lub pads and the shredder still sounds great. after four months. Under normal conditions I run about 150 sheets through the shredder a week. I figure the shredder will be due for another sub in about a month.