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Model 1217A AutoFolder

Installation, Maintenance, & Operating Instructions

Serial Number

Specifications

Functional

Paper Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 lbs. bond – 90 lbs. Cover, 135 lbs. Index, 150 lbs. Tag, 165 lbs. Offset 

(60 gsm – 240 gsm) or equivalent

Max Paper Size  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12" x 18"
Min Paper Size  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4" x 4"
Speed  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10,300 sheets per hour (8

1

/

2

" x 11" sheets)

Types of Folds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trifold, Single, Z, Double Parallel, Right Angle, & Baronial

Feed Table Paper Load Capacity  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1"
Sheet Capacity (Stapled)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 sheets 20 lbs. Bond (75.2 gsm)

Physical

Color  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gray/Black
Dimensions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42" x 17 1/2" x 17"
Weight  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 lbs.
Shipping Weight  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 lbs.

Electrical

Power  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120V 60 HZ
Optional  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220V 50 HZ

Martin Yale Industries, Inc., 251 Wedcor Ave.  Wabash, IN  46992
Phone: 260.563.0641  Fax: 260.563.4575  
Email:  [email protected]   Website:  www.martinyale.com

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Summary of Contents for 1217A

Page 1: ... sheets per hour 81 2 x 11 sheets Types of Folds Trifold Single Z Double Parallel Right Angle Baronial Feed Table Paper Load Capacity 1 Sheet Capacity Stapled 3 sheets 20 lbs Bond 75 2 gsm Physical Color Gray Black Dimensions 42 x 17 1 2 x 17 Weight 55 lbs Shipping Weight 67 lbs Electrical Power 120V 60 HZ Optional 220V 50 HZ Martin Yale Industries Inc 251 Wedcor Ave Wabash IN 46992 Phone 260 563 ...

Page 2: ...ingle sheet of paper Page 11 2 Introduction Thank you for selecting the Martin Yale Model 1217A AutoFolder The model 1217A can execute various folds including the Tri fold Z fold Single fold Double Parallel fold Right Angle fold Baronial fold and certain custom folds within its paper size capacity We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the AutoFolder by carefully reading this manual This ...

Page 3: ... Rubber Folding Rollers These flat areas occur during long periods of non use and will be eliminated during this initial run If your AutoFolder is inactive for long periods you should repeat this process before attempting to fold paper Failure to do so may cause folding problems Install the Second Fold Table Assembly by inserting it horizontally over the four silver Positioning Pins two per side a...

Page 4: ...p of the Feed Table To use set one Paper Guide in place by aligning the outer edge with the desired paper size mark and lock in place with the Thumb Knob Lay a sheet of paper against the locked Paper Guide Slide the opposite Paper Guide up to the paper and lock it in place Leave a small gap about 1 64 4mm between the paper and guides to allow easier paper feeding NOTE too much gap will cause incon...

Page 5: ...e 2nd Fold Table Ruler The following instructions assume a standard 81 2 x 11 sheet is being folded Non standard sizes should be measured and Paper Stops set according to measure ments Use the following directions along with the Folding Chart Figure 4 to create all types of folds The Folding Chart is also located on the Exit Tray for quick reference 1 Loosen the Fold Table Thumb Knobs on the 1st F...

Page 6: ...he folder and run several sheets Stop the folder and inspect the folded sheets for accuracy 10 Make 1st Fold corrections with the 1st Fold Table Paper Stop Make 2nd Fold corrections with the 2nd Fold Table Paper Stop See Figures 7 10 for first and second fold descriptions 11 After corrections are made turn on the folder and complete the folding job 6 Fig 6 Fan Paper Feed Table Paper Guide Feed Tab...

Page 7: ... staples horizontally to the fold rollers and feed the stapled end last 3 Press momentary I to turn the folder on long enough to complete the fold Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each multi sheet fold Note Do not exceed the recommended number of pages or attempt to hand feed with the machine run ning as skewing and jamming will likely occur 4 0 Maintenance 4 1 Feed Wheel After a period of normal operatio...

Page 8: ...arder bracket Loosen the nut on the retarding locking screw and turn retarder to expose a new surface Note Always turn the retarder in the direction of the paper travel Re tighten the nut to lock the retarder in this position Note The retarder roller should always be locked in a stationary position 4 4 Bearings After each eight 8 hours of machine operation thor oughly clean the Folding Rollers and...

Page 9: ...he paper to you until it forms a semi circle Now tightly grip and hold the right side as you relax your left hand grip See Figure 5 for dia gram of properly fanned paper Feed Table in wrong position Reposition the Feed Table Assembly Worn out Feed Wheel Replace the Feed Wheel Assembly Feed Wheel contaminated See instructions in section 4 1 Feed Wheels Retarder Assembly set too tight Readjust the R...

Page 10: ...e of the physical nature of friction feeding you may notice a mark on the leading edge of the paper Excessive toner on photocopied stock Check copy machine 5 6 Paper Jams Possible Cause Solution More than a single sheet feeding into the folder Readjust the Retarder Assembly according to the instructions in Section 3 2 Replace the Feed Wheel Assembly or rotate Retarder Assembly if necessary Folded ...

Page 11: ... rollers or call for service 5 8 Paper exits on top of Fold Table Possible Cause Solution Contaminated Folding Rollers Clean according to instructions in Section 4 2 Folding Rollers Static Buildup Jog paper on Martin Yale 400 or 4200 Jogger Spray Martin Yale Static Eliminator liberally over paper edges Feed Table Assembly Fold Table Assemblys Conveyor Table and Exit Tray Laser printed paper Revers...

Page 12: ... 12 R 251 Wedcor Avenue z Wabash Indiana 46992 Phone 260 563 0641 z Fax 260 563 4575 Email info martinyale com z Website www martinyale com Rev 1 3 16 07 M S027911 ...

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