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Using the Basic Finishing Module (BFM)
The Basic Finishing Module (BFM) is a high-capacity stacker designed to collate and stack up to 3000 sheets (20 lb paper or
equivalent) and staple up to 100 sheets of 20 lb (75 gsm).
Select the BFM or BFM Plus finisher as the output device
Define stacker settings and other adjustments affecting the BFM
There are several factors that may impact stacking quality and overall productivity of the BFM such as minimizing paper curl, setting
stacking limits, improving jam rate, and the use of the variable shaped tray for better registration. The following describes how to
ensure the quality of your output and improve overall productivity
.
Enable/Disable Automatic Image Permanence for All Stock Weights
The Xerox Nuvera is designed to optimize fusing performance across the supported range of paper types and weights. The BFM uses
the paper weight programmed when loading paper to optimize registration and compiling. Enable the AIP selection from [
System: User
Diagnostics
] to achieve the best fuse temperature and minimize curl in the stacked output.
Set BFM Stacker Limits
While the BFM can stack up to 3,000 sheets, it is best to set a stacking limit that is a more comfortable stack size and not so large and
heavy to lift or transport. Setting a manageable limit also helps to avoid paper curl that can occur in a large stack, which then eliminates
the need for operator intervention.
The BFM detects when the stacker is about to reach its limit and automatically schedules an unload when the next set is completed. If
you have two BFMs in the system and one becomes full, the system automatically switches to the second BFM.
Follow the steps below to set unique stacker limits for each stacker on the system.
1. Select the
Output
tab from a Job or Queue Properties window.
2. Select the
Stapling/Finishing
FAB.
3. From the
Output Location
pull-down menu, select the output device as:
-System Specified
-Auto Switch
-Finisher A or B: Main Stacker
-Top Tray
4. Select the single or dual stapling from the
Stapling/Finishing
pull-down menu.
5. Select
[OK]
.
1. Select [
Print Manager: Stacking tab
].
2. Right-click on one of the finishing devices and select [
Stacker Limits
]. The Stacker Limits window displays.
3. Set Stacking Limits for each stacker that is available on your system:
Main Stacker:
This field identifies the number of sheets not to exceed in determining when to unload the BFM main stacker.
Select from 200 - 3000 sheets.
Bindexer Capacity:
This field identifies the number of sheets that can be compiled in the BFM main compiler for unfinished
sets only. This feature allows you to control the number of sheets to be compiled before they are placed onto the stack. Select
from 15 - 100 sheets (20 lb paper).
If you leave this field blank, the Automated Bindexer is in effect. The system automatically calculates the thickness of the unfinished set in the compiler before the sets are placed
onto the stack. The system uses the lower of the manual or automatic setting. Bindexer is set to 100 at install.
Adjust the Bindexer setting to:
- Help reduce excessive curl on sheets (lower the setting)
- Manage special stocks such as coated stock
- Improve stacking of some papers (lower the setting)
- Improve jam rate of heavy papers
- Reduce the occurrence of BFM faults and the number of wasted sheets in the compiler (lower the setting)
- Improve problem jobs by reducing to 35 (if setting is 35 and job is 37 sheets, increase to 37 or more)
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