1. Introduzzjoni
This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Leitz IQ OptiMax Office P5 Micro Shredder. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the shredder and retain it for future reference.

Image 1.1: The Leitz IQ OptiMax Office P5 Micro Shredder in operation, showing a document being fed into the shredder and the shredded paper accumulating in the bin.
2. Informazzjoni dwar is-Sigurtà
Dejjem segwi l-prekawzjonijiet bażiċi ta’ sigurtà meta tuża dan l-apparat biex tnaqqas ir-riskju ta’ nar, xokk elettriku, jew korriment.
- Keep fingers, loose clothing, hair, and jewelry away from the paper entry slot.
- Skonnettja t-tqattigħ tal-karti qabel ma ċċaqlaq, tnaddaf, jew tbattal il-kontenitur tal-iskart.
- Tħallix tfal jew annimali domestiċi qrib ix-shredder.
- Tqattax oġġetti tal-metall, klipps kbar tal-karti, jew tikketti adeżivi.
- Do not use aerosol cleaners or lubricants on the shredder.
- Kun żgur li t-tqattigħ tal-karti jitqiegħed fuq wiċċ stabbli u livellat.
3. X'hemm fil-Kaxxa
Meta tiftaħ il-pakkett, jekk jogħġbok ivverifika li l-komponenti kollha huma preżenti:
- Leitz IQ OptiMax Office P5 Micro Shredder Unit
- Waste Bin (35L capacity)
- Manwal għall-Utent (dan id-dokument)
4. Setup
- Spakkjar: Neħħi l-imqatta’ dokumenti mill-imballaġġ tiegħu bir-reqqa.
- Pjazzament: Position the shredder on a flat, stable surface near a power outlet. Ensure adequate ventilation around the unit. The circular design allows for space-saving placement.
- Bin Installation: Ensure the 35L waste bin is correctly inserted into the shredder unit. The shredder will not operate if the bin is not properly seated.
- Konnessjoni tal-Enerġija: Ipplaggja l-korda tad-dawl fi żbokk elettriku ertjat.

Image 4.1: The Leitz IQ OptiMax shredder positioned in an office setting, demonstrating its compact footprint and mobility with swivel wheels.
5. Istruzzjonijiet Operattivi
5.1 Tqattigħ Bażiku
- Kun żgur li t-tqattigħ tal-karti huwa pplaggjat u li l-kontenitur tal-iskart huwa mdaħħal sew.
- The LED display will illuminate, indicating readiness.
- Insert up to 10 sheets of A4 paper (70-80g) into the paper entry slot. The shredder will automatically start shredding.
- The shredder can also shred staples and small paper clips.
- The shredder operates quietly, promoting a calm working environment.

Image 5.1: The control panel of the shredder, highlighting its P5 security level, capacity to shred up to 10 sheets, and ability to handle staples and paper clips.

Image 5.2: Visual representation of the shredder's quiet operation and its capability for 120 minutes of continuous shredding, ideal for office use.
5.2 Bin Rotation Technology (BRT)
The unique Bin Rotation Technology (BRT) ensures an even distribution of shredded paper within the 35L bin, increasing its effective capacity by 33% (up to 550 A4 sheets). This technology prevents paper chips from forming a peak, allowing more shredding before the bin needs emptying.

Image 5.3: A visual comparison demonstrating how Bin Rotation Technology (BRT) optimizes bin capacity by evenly distributing shredded paper, allowing for 33% more capacity compared to traditional bins.

Image 5.4: The shredder with its waste bin open, illustrating the large 35L capacity and the benefit of 33% increased capacity due to Bin Rotation Technology, holding up to 550 A4 sheets.
5.3 Indikaturi tal-Wiri LED
The intuitive LED display provides important status updates:
- Indikatur tal-Bin Mimli: Illuminates when the 35L collection container is full and requires emptying.
- Open Flap Indicator: Illuminates if the shredder head or bin is not properly closed.
- Indikatur tas-sħana żejda: Illuminates if the shredder has been used continuously for too long and needs to cool down.
- Jam Indicator: Illuminates if a paper jam occurs.
6. Manutenzjoni
6.1 Tbattal tal-Band tal-Iskart
When the "collection container full" indicator illuminates, the bin needs to be emptied. Simply pull out the bin from the front of the shredder and dispose of the shredded material. Reinsert the bin firmly until it clicks into place.
6.2 Żejtjar tat-Tqattigħ
To maintain optimal performance and extend the life of your shredder, it is recommended to oil the cutting blades regularly, especially after emptying the bin multiple times or after heavy use. Use shredder oil sheets or liquid shredder oil specifically designed for paper shredders. Follow the instructions provided with the shredder oil product.
6.3 Tindif
Imsaħ il-barra tax-shredder b'ċarruta ratba u niexfa. Tużax prodotti tat-tindif jew solventi li joborxu. Kun żgur li x-shredder ikun skonnettjat qabel ma tnaddaf.
7 Issolvi l-problemi
| Problema | Kawża Possibbli | Soluzzjoni |
|---|---|---|
| It-tqattigħ tal-karti ma jixgħelx. | Not plugged in; waste bin not properly inserted; power switch off. | Ensure power cord is securely plugged in; reinsert waste bin correctly; turn power switch to ON. |
| It-tqattigħ jieqaf waqt l-operazzjoni. | Overheated; paper jam; waste bin full. | Allow shredder to cool down (approx. 30 minutes); clear paper jam (see below); empty waste bin. |
| Ġamm tal-karta. | Too many sheets inserted; paper not fed straight. | Press the reverse button to clear the jam. If unsuccessful, unplug the shredder and carefully remove paper manually. |
| It-tqattigħ huwa storbjuż. | Ix-xfafar jeħtieġu żejt. | Żejt ix-xfafar tat-tqattigħ skont l-istruzzjonijiet tal-manutenzjoni. |

Image 7.1: The Anti-Jam feature logo, indicating the shredder's capability to prevent and resolve paper jams for smoother operation.
8. Speċifikazzjonijiet
| Karatteristika | Dettall |
|---|---|
| Numru tal-Mudell | 83600000 |
| Tip imqatta | Micro Cut (DIN P5) |
| Kapaċità tal-folja | Up to 10 sheets (70-80g A4) |
| Kapaċità Bin | 35 Liters (approx. 550 A4 sheets with BRT) |
| Ħin ta' Mexxi Kontinwu | minuti 120 |
| Dimensjonijiet (HxWxD) | 589 x 406 x 320 mm (23.19 x 15.98 x 12.6 pulzieri) |
| Piż tal-oġġett | 32.4 liri (14.7 kg) |
| Kulur | Abjad |
| Karatteristiċi | Bin Rotation Technology (BRT), Anti-Jam, Quiet Operation, Swivel Wheels, LED Display |

Image 8.1: Technical drawing showing the dimensions (height, width, depth) of the Leitz IQ OptiMax Office P5 Micro Shredder.
9. Garanzija u Appoġġ
The Leitz IQ OptiMax Office P5 Micro Shredder comes with a standard 2-year guarantee. An additional 1-year guarantee can be obtained by registering your product. Please refer to the official Leitz website for registration details and further support information.
For technical support or warranty claims, please contact Leitz customer service through their official channels.

Image 9.1: Graphic illustrating the 2+1 year guarantee (by registering) and the Anti-Jam feature of the shredder.





