A Level 2 / P-2 Stripcut Paper Shredder. This personal shredder for small office use has precision designed Carbon Hardened Cutting Knives unaffected by paper clips or staples. Easily handles all Paper, CD/DVD discs, Credit Cards and Smart Cards. The 240-P3 has a 24 Hour Continuous Duty Motor, Heavy Duty Chain Drive and Steel Gears. No internal nylon or plastic gears as is common on many shredders. "ENERGY SMART" power saving technology puts the shredder into a power saving stand-by mode after 8 seconds of inactivity. An attractive cabinet mounted on casters with safety indicators for bag full and door open. Also features Auto Start/Stop operation and Auto Reverse for accidental jams. Trade Agreement Act (TAA) Compliant.