12-17-2008, 02:51 PM
Alpha,
I'm with you on Fellowes. I tried other brands including those offer under the OfficeMax and Staples names and they don't hold a candle to the Fellowes models. When it coems to using shredders, there are two things to remember. Only shred items for about twenty or so minutes at a time. Shredders heat up and most of the ones you can get at Staples and such aren't intended for use under longer periods of time than about twenty or so minutes of straight usage. Also, you must clean and oil the blades regularly. It'll ensure good shreds and prevent clogging.That and spend the bucks for one of the heavier duty models. A shredder like the 57CS is a toy compared to the 77CS and higher rated models. I wouldn't waste my time with it, even for light duty shredding.
Robert
I'm with you on Fellowes. I tried other brands including those offer under the OfficeMax and Staples names and they don't hold a candle to the Fellowes models. When it coems to using shredders, there are two things to remember. Only shred items for about twenty or so minutes at a time. Shredders heat up and most of the ones you can get at Staples and such aren't intended for use under longer periods of time than about twenty or so minutes of straight usage. Also, you must clean and oil the blades regularly. It'll ensure good shreds and prevent clogging.That and spend the bucks for one of the heavier duty models. A shredder like the 57CS is a toy compared to the 77CS and higher rated models. I wouldn't waste my time with it, even for light duty shredding.
Robert