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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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Short Cut

When cutting carbonless paper,
install the false clamp to help
prevent bruising and marking.

Summary of Contents for PL2100

Page 1: ...ineered to perform reliably and is 100 factory tested to ensure years of quality service We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the cutter by carefully reading this manual Reading and thoroug...

Page 2: ...mp Can be attached to the bottom of the permanent clamp 13 Cutting Stick Protects the knife edge at the bottom of the cutting cycle 14 Leg Levelers Adjustable feet ensure a level cutting surface 15 St...

Page 3: ...nt 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 t...

Page 4: ...w against the shaft You may use a commercial thread locking glue to secure the set screws in place 4 4 Separating the Stand and Chassis To separate the chassis from the stand remove the carriage bolt...

Page 5: ...itch is off and that the key switch is off key vertical 6 1 Supply Power to the Electric Cutter 1 Plug the power cord into a 220VAC 20 Amp outlet 2 Turn the On Off toggle switch located in the left sw...

Page 6: ...he electric cutter To prevent injury never place hands or arms under the cutting blade do not operate the machine with any covers removed or safety features disabled and cut only paper materials Befor...

Page 7: ...vertical when the blade reaches a position low enough to access the remaining blade screw hole Raise the front safety cover and insert and tighten the remaining screw 5 Switch the On Off toggle switc...

Page 8: ...sted for a correct cut disconnect power and remove the front deck 7 Inspect the trunnion gears on the blade adjustment shaft to ensure the gears are meshing in the center If necessary adjust the shaft...

Page 9: ...e Calibration If the actual cutting distance does not match the scale indicator proceed as follows 1 Position the back gauge and cut a minimum of three sheets of stock Use the middle sheet as the refe...

Page 10: ...Make sure both clamp switches are being pressed at the same time Press the reset button and check that the ready light is on Make sure the back gauge is not moving See Sections 3 6 Check to make sure...

Page 11: ...5 1 Front Deck 21 EC W O260225 1 Front Deck 26 EC 11 M S005002 1 Back gauge Lock Thumb Screw 14 W O260246 1 Right End Cover 15 W O260245 1 Left End Cover 16 M O210247 1 Front Safety Cover Panel 21 M O...

Page 12: ...3015 16 5 16 18 x 3 4 Socket H D Screw 17 W A260021 1 Left Rear Tower Ass y Clamp Drive Front View Item Part Number Qty Description 1 W O260050 1 Clamp Lever Link Arm 2 W A260175 1 Left Clamp Lever As...

Page 13: ...0060 2 Clamp Guide Model PL2100 8 W A210061 1 Clamp Assy 21 EC 10 W O260060 2 Clamp Guide Blade Drive Assembly Rear View Item Part Number Qty Description 1 M S002058 3 1 4 20x1 1 2 Set Screw 2 M O2601...

Page 14: ...10 M S031015 1 Compression Spring 12 W O260040 1 Push Pull Shaft Assy 14 W O260127 1 LH Limit Switch Brkt 15 W O260126 1 RH Limit Switch Brkt 16 W O260129 1 Lever Right Item Part Number Qty Descriptio...

Page 15: ...Assy 18 W O260113 1 Bearing Hub M S020002 1 Ball Bearing M S010036 1 Retaining Ring 19 M S019029 1 12mm Shaft Collar Item Part Number Qty Description 20 W O260112 1 5 8 4 2ST Acme Shaft 21 W A260210 1...

Page 16: ...Holder 5 W A260144 1 220V Transformer Assy Control 7 M S033039 4 5 Position Terminal Block 9 M O260142 1 Relay Board 12 M S045142 1 12 Amp Circuit Breaker 13 M O850421 1 25mfd 440V Capacitor clamp 14...

Page 17: ...PowerLine Operating Instructions 17 Wiring Diagram 1 Clamp and Blade Motor Section Models PL2620 and PL2120...

Page 18: ...PowerLine Operating Instructions 18 Wiring Diagram 2 Clamp and Blade Controls Section Models PL2620 and PL2120...

Page 19: ...PowerLine Operating Instructions 19 Wiring Diagram 1 Blade Motor Section Model PL2100...

Page 20: ...ng Instructions Wiring Diagram 2 Blade Controls Section Models PL2100 251 Wedcor Ave Wabash IN 46992 Phone 260 563 0641 Fax 260 563 4575 Website www martinyale com Email info martinyale com M S027113...

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