Paper Shredder Stuck [repack] May 2026

A paper shredder jamming is a common and frustrating office problem, but understanding why it happens is the first step to fixing it—and preventing it from happening again. When a shredder stops feeding paper or makes a dull, struggling noise, it’s almost always due to one of three causes: exceeding the sheet capacity, paper wrapping around the cutters, or lack of lubrication.