Model 1810 Operator Guide
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FORM SPECIFICATIONS
Material Handling Notes
Material handling problems with automatic mail handling equipment
are often due to distortion (warpage, curl, sticking, etc.). This can
be a result of poor packaging, improper handling or environmental
extremes during manufacture, transit, or storage. This is particularly
true of self-sealing forms, which contain glue that is extremely
sensitive to temperature and humidity.
Fortunately, there are a number of easy and effective measures you
can take to minimize problems, improve production and get the
most out of your Pitney Bowes equipment.
Be Sure Forms Meet Our Printed Specifications
Our equipment is designed to handle a certain range of material.
Forms which fall outside this range may run poorly or not at all.
Many operating problems are actually due to out-of-spec material.
When ordering forms, always specify "for mechanical folding and
sealing". There are many things the manufacturer can do to pre-
serve and protect forms.
Store and Handle Forms with Care
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Don't "crash" loaded skids on loading docks, in transport vans
or in the final storage area.
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Do block loaded skids in transport vans.
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Don't expose cartons to the elements; prolonged exposure to
intense sunlight, high humidity and so on can damage material.
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Do store materials in a controlled environment. We recommend
a nominal temperature of 75 °F at 50% relative humidity. Glue
formulas do vary, however, so temperature and humidity limits
above and below these may be better for certain materials..
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Do store cartons on skids or shelves to prevent absorption of
moisture, never directly on floors or against cement walls. Very
