Paper shredder accessories like lubricating oil, lubricant sheets and fitted bags are needed for regular maintenance so your paper shredder is kept in working order. Using the right shredder accessories for your shredder can prevent paper jams, reduce motor wear, help extend the machine’s lifespan and keep waste disposal mess-free.

Shredder oil is a special type of lubricant that’s used to coat the metal cutting blades inside of a paper shredder. It helps reduce friction between the blades, clears out stuck paper dust, helps reduce loud noises and helps prevent the machine from overheating. Using shredder oil helps the paper shredder’s motor run smoothly and extends the machine’s lifespan.

How often you should oil your paper shredder depends on different factors like the materials being shredded, the amount of material going through the shredder and how long the shredder runs. A common practice is to oil the shredder whenever the machine is experiencing trouble shredding or when there’s frequent jamming. If you frequently use your shredder, it’s a good idea to oil it every time you empty the waste bin and throw out the shredder bags.

Using lubricant sheets for your paper shredder can be helpful to prevent jams, reduce dust and extend the life of the shredder and the shredder blades. To lubricate your paper shredder, you can use lubricant sheets or a bottle of shredder oil. Lubricant sheets are moistened pouches filled with oil. When they are fed through a paper shredder, the oil is distributed evenly through the blades.