Paper shredder Olympia 2716 — cross-cut, 12 L basket, 70 dB, black

Olympia 2716 is a compact cross-cut paper shredder designed for secure disposal of confidential documents and plastic cards in home offices or small workplaces. The unit accepts up to 6 sheets of 80 g/m² paper at once or a single credit card, producing 4 x 30 mm particles that meet security level P4 according to DIN 66399. The built-in 12 L waste basket with viewing window, automatic start/stop and a selector switch for automatic, off and reverse make everyday operation straightforward. The device is powered from standard 230 V / 50 Hz mains and carries CE, RoHS and GS certifications.

Advantages

The Olympia 2716 offers a compact footprint with practical features for light to moderate shredding tasks: cross-cut shredding for higher security than strip-cut, a quality steel cutter that accepts staples and paper clips, and overheating protection in the drive motor to improve reliability. The 12 L collecting container with a viewing window keeps the device tidy while allowing you to monitor fill level. Noise emissions are specified at 70 dB, which is typical for small office shredders and helps maintain a workable environment.

Suitable for

• Home office document disposal
• Small workplaces with occasional shredding needs
• Shredding credit cards and receipts
• Secure disposal of bank statements, invoices and personal paperwork

When it may not be suitable

This model is intended for light to moderate use and is not designed for continuous heavy-duty shredding. Continuous shredding time is limited (approx. 2 minutes) and the 12 L waste basket means more frequent emptying is required in higher-volume environments. For large offices or departments with heavy shredding loads, a larger-capacity or continuous-duty industrial shredder would be more appropriate.

Key specifications

• Shredding type: Cross cut (4 x 30 mm particles)
• Security level: P4 (DIN 66399)
• Max sheets per pass: Up to 6 sheets of 80 g/m²
• Accepts: Paper, staples, paper clips and credit cards
• Collecting container volume: 12 L with viewing window
• Paper entry width: Up to 220 mm
• Noise level: 70 dB (max)
• Shredding speed: 2.25 m/min
• Continuous operation: Approx. 2 minutes
• Power: 230 V, 50 Hz, 1.4 A (approx. 336 W)
• Certifications: CE, RoHS, GS
• Colour: Black
• Overall dimensions (W×D×H): 325 × 170 × 322 mm

How to use

Place the Olympia 2716 on a stable, level surface and connect it to a grounded 230 V / 50 Hz outlet. Use the selector switch to choose automatic operation; feed up to 6 sheets of paper or a single credit card into the feed slot (maximum width up to 220 mm). The shredder will start automatically and stop when the item is processed. If a blockage occurs, use the reverse function briefly to clear the cutter path. Monitor the viewing window and empty the 12 L basket before it becomes overfull. Allow the motor to cool after the specified continuous run time to prevent overheating.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended shredding volume: suitable for light to moderate use, not for heavy continuous workloads
• Security requirements: produces P4-level cross-cut particles (4 x 30 mm)
• Feed capacity: up to 6 sheets per pass and single credit cards
• Basket capacity: 12 L — frequency of emptying depends on usage
• Noise level: 70 dB — consider if used in shared quiet spaces
• Power requirements: 230 V / 50 Hz mains connection

Usage recommendations

For best results, feed paper evenly and avoid overloading the input. Remove large paper clips where possible and allow short cool-down periods after approximately 2 minutes of continuous use. Regularly empty the 12 L collecting container and keep the viewing window clean to monitor fill level. Follow the supplied safety instructions and certification guidelines when disposing of shredded material.