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Operator’s Manual

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PS20/30

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Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Issue 1 PS20 30 Z fold C fold V fold ...

Page 2: ... is damaged 6 2 Features General 7 Folder components 8 Form guides 8 Feed roller 8 In feed tray 8 Fold plates 8 Fold rollers 8 Operator controls 9 Forms counter 9 Green start button 9 Red stop button 9 Jog function 9 Power and safety components 10 Mains lead 10 Power inlet 10 Lid 10 Sealing components 10 Pressure bolts 10 Sealing rollers 10 PS20 30 Iss 1 Page v ...

Page 3: ...up 18 V fold set up 20 Adjusting the form guides 22 4 Operation General 23 Operating process 23 Loading forms 24 Starting up and testing the PS20 30 25 Verifying folder settings 26 Processing forms 27 Interrupting operation 27 5 Operation Errors Error Conditions 29 Clearing mishandled forms 29 Jam in folder 29 Jam after folder 31 Pressure sealer bolt release 31 Troubleshooting 33 Page vi PS20 30 I...

Page 4: ...er Sealer Specifications 39 Construction 39 Sealer 39 Size 39 Weight 39 Power 39 Speed 39 Environment 40 Feeder Capacity 40 Noise 40 Form Specification 40 Weights 40 Sizes 40 Fold Configuration 40 Appendix A Form Loading Guide Service Visit Log PS20 30 Iss 1 Page vii ...

Page 5: ...s include Simple to load and operate Easy to change the fold styles C V offset V and Z fold styles No adjustment required when changing the weight of forms used Automatic stop when the in feed tray is empty In feed forms electronic counter with reset optional on PS20 Form flow error detection This operator manual describes the set up and operation of the PS20 30 and is written as a reference for a...

Page 6: ...identify the sides of the PS20 30 The Front contains the In feed where forms are loaded the operator controls power connector and on off switch The Rear contains the outfeed where the forms exit after processing 1 Introduction Page 2 PS20 30 Iss 1 Figure 2 The sides of the PS20 30 ...

Page 7: ... operators should read each procedure as they perform the task Experienced operators should refer to relevant parts of the procedure to find answers to specific questions Operation page 23 provides easy step by step procedures for loading and starting the PS20 30 Operation errors page 29 lists common operating problems and possible causes and solutions Cleaning page 37 provides details of the clea...

Page 8: ... be lifted by two people Do not allow anything to rest on the mains lead Do not relocate the machine where anyone will walk on the mains lead Operate the machine only with the lid in place the forms properly loaded in the in feed tray and the catch tray initially empty Keep hands clear of the in feed and out feed areas when the machine is running Except as explained elsewhere in this operator manu...

Page 9: ... of power source indicated on the voltage setting label see Figure 3 If you are unsure of the type of power available consult your authorized service representative or local power company 1 Introduction PS20 30 Iss 1 Page 5 Figure 3 Voltage Setting Label Location ...

Page 10: ...o the PS20 30 q If the PS20 30 has been exposed to rain or water q If the PS20 30 has been dropped or damaged q If the PS20 30 does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage q If the PS20 30 exhibits a distinct change in performance indi...

Page 11: ...through the features of the PS20 30 The component names introduced in this section are used throughout this manual Please refer to Figure 4 below as you read about the features of the PS20 30 PS20 30 Iss 1 Page 7 Figure 4 Features of the PS20 30 ...

Page 12: ... the feed roller The spring loaded tray presses the forms against the feed roller automatically providing the correct pressure to allow only one form at a time to be fed into the folder Fold plates These provide for simple V centre or half folds Z zigzag folds or C letter folds The fold plates are adjustable to accommodate various form lengths Fold rollers The fold rollers work in conjunction with...

Page 13: ...processes the forms in the in feed tray Red stop button Pressing the Red stop button stops the PS20 30 after the form currently being fed is processed You can stop the PS20 30 at any time while forms are processing Jog function Pressing and holding down the Red Stop button and then pressing the Green Start button operates the jog function This operates the PS20 30 without feeding paper see Clearin...

Page 14: ...o safety switches these disable operation of the PS20 30 when the lid is raised or not properly closed PNote The lid has a pre determined upright position and must only be opened to this position any further may result in damage to the machine Sealing components Pressure bolts These allow you to release the pressure on the sealing rollers for clearing mishandled forms These bolts can be loosened u...

Page 15: ...ection the first time you use the PS20 30 and whenever you need to process a different style of form Refer to the first two topics in this section when you need to access folding and sealing components I When accessing the folding or sealing components on the PS20 30 or any adjustments are being made the power should be disconnected from the machine PS20 30 Iss 1 Page 11 ...

Page 16: ...utlet 2 Lift the PS20 30 s lid from the machine s front until it reaches its pre determined upright position 3 When closing the lid ensure it is properly in place If the lid is not closed properly the machine will not operate 3 Set up Page 12 PS20 30 Iss 1 Figure 6 Raising the lid ...

Page 17: ...fold plate 1 Raise the lid 2 Remove the two knurled knobs that secure the first fold plate 3 Pull the fold plate out of the machine at approximately 45 3 Set up PS20 30 Iss 1 Page 13 Figure 7 Removing the first fold plate ...

Page 18: ...nd pull it towards the fold rollers while lifting This will disengage the fold plate locators from their mounting studs 3 Pull the fold plate away from the machine at approximately 45 and then clear of the lid 3 Set up Page 14 PS20 30 Iss 1 Figure 8 Removing the second fold plate ...

Page 19: ...te to the support bar with the two knurled knobs 2 Slide the second fold plate into the machine until the locators on each side of the plates lock onto their respective mounting studs Apply pressure to the rear corner of fold plate until the rear fold plate locators lock into position 3 Set up PS20 30 Iss 1 Page 15 Figure 9 Replacing the fold plates ...

Page 20: ...ement you determined previously in step 1 as follows Loosen the locking knobs at each end of the form stop Using the knobs as handles slide the stop along the rods until the stop aligns with the correct settings on the scales Make sure the scales on each side of the fold plate show the same settings otherwise the form will not fold squarely Tighten the two locking knobs 3 If the new form is a diff...

Page 21: ...Iss 1 Page 17 Leading Edge fold perforations first fold dimension second fold dimension locking knobs first fold dimension setting second fold dimension setting first fold plate second fold plate Figure 10 C Fold Set up ...

Page 22: ...the form stop Using the knobs as handles slide the stop along the rods until the stop aligns with the correct settings on the scales Make sure the scales on each side of the fold plate show the same settings otherwise the form will not fold squarely Tighten the two locking knobs 3 If the new form is a different width from the last form used refer to Adjusting the form guides on page 22 4 Replace t...

Page 23: ...Iss 1 Page 19 Leading Edge fold perforations first fold dimension second fold dimension locking knobs first fold dimension setting second fold dimension setting first fold plate second fold plate Figure 11 Z Fold Set up ...

Page 24: ...e correct settings on the scales Make sure the scales on each side of the fold plate show the same settings otherwise the form will not fold squarely Tighten the two locking knobs 3 If the new form is a different width from the last form used refer to Adjusting the form guides on page 22 4 Position the V fold locating lugs of the 2nd fold plate on the V fold locating stubs and the rear lugs on the...

Page 25: ...3 Set up Leading Edge fold perforations first fold dimension locking knobs first fold dimension setting first fold plate second fold plate PS20 30 Iss 1 Page 21 Figure 13 V Fold Set up ...

Page 26: ...able guide if necessary 3 Place the forms on the in feed tray and align their left edge with the fixed form guide 4 Holding the forms in place align the adjustable guide with the right hand side of the forms PThe form guides need to provide enough but not too much clearance at the sides of the form stack to eliminate misfeeding problems 5 Secure the adjustable guide in place by tightening the adju...

Page 27: ...machine is a simple three step process 1 Verify the machine is set for the fold style required by the forms and the catch tray is pulled out into position 2 Place the forms in the in feed tray and adjust the form guide if necessary see page 22 3 Start the machine I Apart from adjusting the fold plates and clearing mishandled forms no internal adjustments should be made to the PS20 30 If adjustment...

Page 28: ...d correctly into the PS20 30 Form orientation depends upon form design the type of fold desired presence of curl and how the fold plates are set up see page 41 4 Align the stack of forms so that the ends and sides of the stack are smooth and square 5 Raise the in feed tray by lifting the handle 6 Feed the stack between the form guides and into the PS20 30 until the stack meets the guide plate 7 Lo...

Page 29: ...to ensure the best results Before you start up and test the PS20 30 make sure all of the following conditions are satisfied The fold plates are adjusted and installed properly for the fold you want The form guides are set correctly to provide enough but not too much clearance at the sides of the form stack The lid is closed Forms are properly loaded The catch tray is pulled out into position 4 Ope...

Page 30: ...heck that the folds are in the proper place If the first fold is in the wrong place adjust the first fold plate If the second fold is in the wrong place adjust the second fold plate I Make certain the first fold is correct before adjusting the second 4 Operation Page 26 PS20 30 Iss 1 Address Address A d d r e s s Figure 15 First and second folds ...

Page 31: ...ty The PS20 30 stops automatically after the last form is processed 2 Remove the sealed forms from the catch tray 3 When you have finished using the PS20 30 turn it off at the mains outlet Interrupting operation Press the red stop button at any time to cease processing if the PS20 30 is processing a form when the red stop button is pressed it will finish the current form I Do not stop the PS20 30 ...

Page 32: ...f the power to the PS20 30 unplug it from the mains outlet and then raise the lid see page 12 2 Remove the fold plates see pages 13 and 14 3 Lift the two snap levers holding the top fold roller in place see Figure 16 on page 30 and lift out the top fold roller 4 Remove the jammed form 5 Replace the top fold roller 6 Close the two snap levers to hold the roller in place 7 Replace the fold plates 8 ...

Page 33: ...own the red stop button and then press the green start button to eject the mishandled form out of the sealer rollers If the form doesn t eject repeat It may take several attempts 5 Operation Errors Page 30 PS20 30 Iss 1 Figure 16 Removing the top fold roller ...

Page 34: ...g 1 Switch off the PS20 30 and unplug it from the mains outlet 2 Using the 4mm allen key provided turn the four pressure bolts on the sealer counter clockwise to relieve the sealing roller pressure The allen key is situated on the underside of the lid 3 With the lid closed reconnect the power and switch the PS20 30 on 4 Use the Jog function press and hold down the red Stop button and then press th...

Page 35: ...ble causes and any corrective actions required for conditions that may occur with your PS20 30 For conditions not covered below contact your authorized service representative 5 Operation Errors Page 32 PS20 30 Iss 1 Pressure Seal Bolts 2 each side of machine Figure 17 Relieving the sealing roller pressure ...

Page 36: ... are older than their shelf life one year Use fresh forms Fold plate form stop s adjusted improperly causing poor registration of adhesive strips Check and adjust position of the fold plate form stop s See page 16 Sealing rollers adjusted improperly Contact your authorized service representative for advice Forms are misfeeding In feed tray form guides are set too tight or too loose Set the guides ...

Page 37: ... Dirty fold rollers Clean rollers with recommended cleaning solution See page 39 Fold plate form stop s adjusted improperly Check and adjust the position of the fold plate form stop s See page 16 Fold rollers adjusted improperly or worn sealing rollers adjusted improperly Contact your authorized service representative for advice Two or more forms are feeding into the folder together Forms in stack...

Page 38: ...rt button is pressed power on Form misfeed jam detected Clear mishandled forms Lid not fully closed Close lid fully No forms loaded Load forms Forms are mishandled in the folder or damaged during sealing Fold plate form stop s adjusted improperly Check and adjust the position of the fold plate form stop s See page 16 Debris in fold plates Remove debris Top fold roller improperly installed Ensure t...

Page 39: ...tlet 3 Raise the lid 4 Remove both fold plates see page 13 5 Lift the two levers holding the top fold roller see Figure 16 on page 30 and lift out the roller 6 Remove as much paper dust as possible using a soft brush DO NOT USE CANNED COMPRESSED AIR Try to avoid letting the dust drift down into the PS20 30 vacuum if necessary Only use the recommended cleaning solution on this machine part number 7...

Page 40: ...moistened cloth Rotate each roller as you clean it Wipe off any fingerprints from the rollers as they are turned PThe sealer rollers must only be cleaned by an authorized service representative 9 Align the flat faces on the two end bearings with their mounting slots when reinstalling the top fold roller Close the two snap levers to hold the roller in place 10 Replace the first and second fold plat...

Page 41: ...ith ABS shell Sealer Integral two roller system fixed pressure Size Length 17 excl output tray of 4 53 Width 19 5 Height 15 17 Weight Approximately 155 lbs Power 110 230V AC 10 2 5A 230V 10 Speed 2000 forms per hour PS20 3000 forms per hour PS30 PS20 30 Iss 1 Page 39 ...

Page 42: ...acity Approximately 100 sheets depending on paper weight PS20 Approximately 150 sheets depending on paper weight PS30 Noise 71dB Form Specification Weights Minimum 24 Maximum 32 Bond Sizes 6 9 10 x L 4 minimum 8 1 2 x L 14 maximum Cut sheet Fold Configuration Z V and C folds 7 Specifications Page 40 PS20 30 Iss 1 ...

Page 43: ...f they are curled or not This appendix attempts to address these variables in a way that helps you understand the best way to set up your PS20 30 and to load the documents properly Figure 18 shows acceptable flat or curl down and unacceptable curl up curl conditions In some cases forms that are curled up can be processed by loading them differently PS20 30 Iss 1 Page 41 Figure 18 Curled documents ...

Page 44: ...late 2 3 of the form length Second fold plate Use V fold locating stubs Second fold plate 1 3 of the form length Second fold plate 1 3 of the form length Feeding problems Rotate form 180 degrees Feeding problems Print backside of form first if duplexed Feeding problems Flip form then rotate 180 degrees Appendix A Form Loading Guide Page 42 PS20 30 Iss 1 Figure 19 Document loading guidelines ...

Page 45: ...Service Visit Log Serial number Date Work done and comments Engineer s signature Customer s signature PS20 30 Iss 1 Page 43 ...

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