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VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800

Connecting to a Personal Computer

The Cutout Maker provides a standard interface for connecting to a computer (USB connector). Connect one end
of the cable provided to an available USB connector on the computer, and connect the remaining end to the USB
connector on the Cutout Maker. Power up the Cutout Maker and the computer, and install the VariQuest™ Design
Center Software.

Note:

Refer to the separate VariQuest™ Design Center 1000 User’s Guide for software

installation.

USB Cable

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Summary of Contents for Cutout Maker 1800

Page 1: ...visit www variquest com User s Guide Cutout Maker 1800...

Page 2: ...use of this document Brady disclaims all warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Brady reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any product or system her...

Page 3: ...PLIED INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF THE MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS IN AN AMOUNT GREATER THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCTS DESCRIBED BY THIS EXPRESSED WARRANTY No agent distributor salesperso...

Page 4: ...injury or death Instructions labeled with this symbol must ALWAYS be followed An explanatory illustration will accompany the symbol Instructions labeled with this symbol are warnings against actions...

Page 5: ...electrical shock If metal objects water or other liquids get inside the unit turn off the power switch immediately and remove the plug from the power socket If this problems occurs contact your Cutout...

Page 6: ...Unpacking and Positioning the Cutout Maker 3 2 Unpacking the Cutout Maker 3 2 Verifying Packaging Contents 3 3 Positioning the Cutout Maker 3 3 Setting up the Cutout Maker 3 4 Connecting the Power Co...

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Page 8: ...accessories and materials The following information is contained in this chapter Features Accessories and Materials on page 1 1 System Accessories on page 1 3 Cutout Maker Materials on page 1 4 Variqu...

Page 9: ...using VariQuestTM Design Center Software A two button control panel with an LCD display is provided for controlling the Cutout Maker and displaying status and error messages Choose from a variety of t...

Page 10: ...ies The Cutout Maker comes with a Maintenance Kit that contains Blades 5 pack Blade Chad Removal Tool Tweezers Tool Storage Pouch Upon completion of the registration form the customer will receive a 2...

Page 11: ...riQuestTM Cold Laminator 1200 s dual sided laminate Cardstock 80 100 lbs Bond copier paper 20 lbs Determining Classifications for Unspecified Paper Types Refer to the following tables to determine the...

Page 12: ...s of the major VariQuestTM Cutout Maker 1800 components and provides detailed system specifications The following information is contained in this chapter Cutout Maker Components on page 2 2 Perspecti...

Page 13: ...2 2 VariQuest Cutout Maker 1800 Cutout Maker Components Perspective View No Name 1 Gantry 2 Control Panel 3 Cutter Bed 4 Blade Holder Assembly 1 2 3 Gantry Cover Open 4...

Page 14: ...VariQuest Cutout Maker 1800 2 3 Side View No Name 1 USB Cable Receptacle 2 AC Power Cord Receptacle 3 DC Power Supply Fuse 2 Amp 4 OFF 0 ON 1 Power Switch 1 2 3 4...

Page 15: ...which it paused Pressing the stop button a second time without pressing the GO button clears the cutter operation retracts the cutter blade and sends the cutter blade back to the home position The LCD...

Page 16: ...0 60 Hz Max Output Power 100 W Interface USB Environmental Characteristics Operational requirements ambient temperature 32 F to 122 F 0 C to 50 C relative humidity 20 80 non condensing Storage require...

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Page 18: ...for reference The chapter contains these sections Unpacking and Positioning the Cutout Maker on page 3 2 Unpacking the Cutout Maker on page 3 2 Verifying Packaging Contents on page 3 3 Positioning th...

Page 19: ...keep the packing materials If you need to ship the Cutout Maker in the future repack the system as shown below WARNING Due to the weight of the unit we recommend that 2 people lift the Cutout Maker f...

Page 20: ...n included in the Cutout Maker box Positioning the Cutout Maker To ensure proper functioning of the Cutout Maker on a work space allow adequate space around the system as shown below Electrical Power...

Page 21: ...three prong female connector on one end that must be inserted into the mail power receptacle on the left side of the Cutout Maker 3 Plug the other end of the cord into an appropriate AC outlet Always...

Page 22: ...using fully shielded six foot data cables Use of longer cables or unshielded cables may increase radiation emissions above the Class A limits The power cord must be inserted into the receptacle on th...

Page 23: ...or Connect one end of the cable provided to an available USB connector on the computer and connect the remaining end to the USB connector on the Cutout Maker Power up the Cutout Maker and the computer...

Page 24: ...00 4 1 4 Operating the Cutout Maker This chapter provides instructions for operating the Cutout Maker The following information is contained in this chapter Loading Material on page 4 2 Typical Operat...

Page 25: ...material settings and increase or decrease the blade depth Adjust this blade setting only if the blade does not cut completely through the material or cuts too deeply into the mat See the VariQuestTM...

Page 26: ...cribed in Loading Material on page 4 2 the Cutout Maker control panel will display instructions similar to the following example Operating Example Load Cutout Material 1 Position the material on the C...

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Page 28: ...e procedures required during normal operation of the Cutout Maker The chapter contains these sections Maintenance Summary on page 5 2 Clean mat Change blade Change mat Oil gantry rails Replacing the C...

Page 29: ...tter head to the upright position close gantry cover See Replacing the Cutting Blade on page 5 3 Change mat Yearly Material to be cut moves while being cut Attempt to clean mat Remove Mat rotate 180 d...

Page 30: ...Open the gantry top cover locate the blade holder motor assembly and move it toward the middle of the gantry track 3 Rotate the blade holder 90 towards the front of the unit to gain access to the bla...

Page 31: ...ver the blade release button to prevent the blade from reseating The cutter blade protrudes from the blade holder slightly even when retracted Take care to avoid contact with the blade Personal injury...

Page 32: ...er switch to 1 ON to activate the electromagnet that draws the blade into its fully seated position within the blade holder The cutter blade protrudes from the blade holder slightly even when retracte...

Page 33: ...5 6 VariQuest Cutout Maker 1800 8 Rotate the blade holder assembly 90 back to its operating position 9 Close the gantry top cover on the Cutout Maker Operating Position Close top cover...

Page 34: ...tion 2 Remove cutting materials from cutter bed 3 Set the power switch to 0 OFF to turn the machine off 4 Slide the gantry forward and grasp the rear edge of the protective mat Slide the mat out from...

Page 35: ...the cutting mat forward between the channels on each side of the bed 7 Continue sliding the mat forward until the guide slots on the leading edge of the mat are fully engag4ed with the guides on the...

Page 36: ...n to secure it in position 9 Turn the machine on 10 Ensure that the gantry returns to the home position Note In some cases you may rotate the protective mat to make use of surface area that is not wor...

Page 37: ...of general household oil such as 3 in 1 oil to a clean cloth and wipe on exposed edge of upper and lower gantry rails Note Take care not to apply too much oil Oil should not drip or pool Remove exces...

Page 38: ...ems that you may encounter while using the Cutout Maker The following information is contained in this chapter Troubleshooting Process on page 6 2 Troubleshooting Tips on page 6 2 Cutout Maker Trouble...

Page 39: ...ge Troubleshooting Tips In each problem specific section on the next page try the steps in the order suggested This may help you solve the problem more quickly Keep a record of the steps you take when...

Page 40: ...PC is not prompting to install the USB driver Found New Hardware Wizard It s possible that the wizard is behind another window on the Design Center 1000 or PC Run the wizard to install the USB driver...

Page 41: ...ntact your dealer Sensor error check mat for obstructions Press stop to clear error Error 5 or Error 6 or Error 13 1 Verify that here are no obstructions on the mat 2 Press STOP button to clear error...

Page 42: ...r dealer Cut speed error Select a different object size and try again Press stop to clear error Error 11 1 Select a different object size in the VariQuestTM software on the Design Center or the Person...

Page 43: ...steps 1 Write a description of the problem and a checklist of the steps you took when trying to fix the problem The information may be useful to the service personnel 2 Contact your VariQuest Dealer...

Page 44: ...2007 Brady Worldwide Inc All Rights Reserved Y880670 20144 00 04 08...

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