3.0 Controls
1. AC power on/off toggle switch -
Controls power to all circuits. The
switch bracket allows insertion of a
lock to prevent power activation of
the electric cutter.
2. Reset switch - Resets the blade and
clamp circuits for the next cutting
operation after the blade and clamp
have returned to the up position.
The ready light will come on when safety conditions are met.
3. Clamp/Blade switch - When pressed simultaneously with the clamp switch (in the right switch panel), the clamp will
travel independently of the blade to the clamping position. When pressed simultaneously with the blade switch (in the
right switch panel), both the clamp and blade will cycle through the cutting process. The PL2100 has only a blade
switch. The clamp is manually activated.
4. Blade switch - When pressed simultaneously with the Blade/Clamp switch (in the left switch panel), both the clamp and
blade will cycle through the cutting process.
5. Clamp switch - When pressed simultaneously with the Blade/Clamp switch (in the left switch panel), the clamp will
travel independently of the blade to the clamping position. The PL2100 does not contain this switch as the clamp has a
manual crank.
6. Key switch - Controls power to the blade and clamp. The key can be removed to prevent operation of the blade and
clamp. The Key switch only controls power to the blade as the clamp has a manual crank.
4.0 Installation
WARNING! To prevent serious personal injury, always use a mechanical lifting device, such as a fork lift
or pallet jack, to move the machine or to separate the chassis from the frame.
NOTE: Place the cutter on a flat, level foundation sufficient to support its weight. Be sure to allow adequate work
space on all sides of the cutter.
4.1 Leveling the Machine
Level the cutter (check the top surface in two planes) by adjusting the leg leveler in the bottom
of each stand leg. Turn the leg leveler clockwise to shorten the leg length. Turn the leg leveler
counterclockwise to increase the leg length.
4.2 Releasing the Back Gauge
To prevent shipping damage, the back gauge is locked in place by two thumb screws
located near the ends of the top rear surface of the back gauge. Remove these screws
before operating the electric cutter. To do so, first remove the rear safety cover by
removing the hex head socket screws holding the cover to the rear of the shroud and
the decks. Remove the two thumb screws that secure the back gauge to the deck sur-
face and reattach the safety cover.
4.3 False Clamp
The false clamp, made from clear polycarbonate, is used to reduce bruising (marking) car-
bonless paper. It is not necessary to use the false clamp when cutting standard paper
stock. Use of the false clamp affects the minimum cutting distance. When installed, the
minimum cutting distance is 2.37". When not installed, the minimum cutting distance is
1.37". Section 6.0, Operation, includes the false clamp set up information. The false
clamp is held in place by four (three on the 21" EC) 10-32 flat head hex socket screws.
To install the false clamp, proceed as follows:
1. Turn the on/off toggle switch, located in the left switch panel, to off.
2. Turn the key switch, located in the right switch panel, to off (key vertical).
3. Locate the position of the screws on the bottom of the false clamp. Install and tighten the screws.
PowerLine Operating Instructions
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Right
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Short Cut
When cutting carbonless paper,
install the false clamp to help
prevent bruising and marking.