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Model 959 Paper Folder

Installation, Operation, & Maintenance Instructions

Table of Contents

1.0 Nomenclature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2
2.0 Basic Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2
3.0 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3
4.0 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
5.0 Adjustments  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
6.0 Troubleshooting Guide  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7 
Reference Illustrations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10-11
Parts Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12-13
Quick Reference Part Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14
Wire Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15

Specifications

Feed Rate  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18,000 pcs. per hour*
Types of Folds  . . . . . .Letter, Single, Z, Double Parallel

 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .French, Baronial

Feeding Method  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bottom Friction
Lightest Paper  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9# (Onionskin)
Heaviest Paper  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110# (Bristol)
Max. Paper Size  . . . .20” x 14 1/16” (66.04 x 35.72cm)
Min. Paper Size  . . . . . . . . .2” x 3 1/4” (5.08 x 8.26 cm)
Max. Fold Length

First Fold  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13" (33.02cm)
Second Fold  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13" (33.02cm)

Min. Fold Length

First Fold  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1/2" (3.81cm)
Second Fold  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1/2" (3.81cm)

Fold Stapled Sets  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Max. 3 Sheets
Electrical Specifications  . . . . . .115V 60 HZ (3.5 Amps)
UL/CSA Approved  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Yes
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24" x 15" x 16"
Shipping Weight  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 lbs.

*  8 1/2 x 11 sheet of paper

Introduction

Thank you for selecting the Martin Yale Model 959 Folder.  Your folder and all the components were 100% tested at our factory.
We folded, perforated, and scored paper, performing over 100 individual functional checks on this folder. 

Please read and understand this manual completely before attempting to operate the folder.  This will prevent most common prob-
lems and eliminate operator-associated errors. Most performance related problems are due to inexperience with the wide range of
machine adjustments which are available to you.  Understanding these instructions is vital to years of excellent performance by a
time-tested machine.

WARNING!  This machine contains moving parts.  Never connect power to the machine until you are
ready to set up and operate the folder.  During setup, operation, and maintenance keep hands, hair,
loose clothing, and jewelry away from all moving parts.  Serious bodily injury could result.  Service,
or disassembly of side covers should only be attempted with the power disconnected and locked
out.  The AC outlet must be nearby and not blocked. 

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Summary of Contents for 959

Page 1: ...ght 115 lbs 8 1 2 x 11 sheet of paper Introduction Thank you for selecting the Martin Yale Model 959 Folder Your folder and all the components were 100 tested at our factory We folded perforated and scored paper performing over 100 individual functional checks on this folder Please read and understand this manual completely before attempting to operate the folder This will prevent most common prob...

Page 2: ...e gears Fold Tables Install the fold tables onto the locator pins with the folding open end towards the rollers Fig 3 4 Note Turn the handwheel counter clockwise while lowering the table onto the back pins for easier insertion Turn clockwise when removing the tables Be sure the tables are fully seated on the pins Exit Table Install exit table by engaging tabs into slots provided on the con veyor t...

Page 3: ... clockwise to decrease pressure The retarder is properly set when you have a noticeable drag on the paper yet not so tight that you cannot prevent the paper from being fed The paper should separate and feed one sheet at a time If two or more sheets are fed together turn the thumb screw on the retarder assembly clockwise slightly to increase pressure WARNING Please be sure to adjust the allen screw...

Page 4: ...ed roller in staggered locations 4 If the above does not work raise the retarder to maximum opening and hand feed individual sets 3 7 Set The Stacking Wheels The function of the stacking wheels which are located on the conveyor table is to arrange the folded sheets into an overlap ping stack Position the stacking wheel assembly so that the leading edge of a folded sheet touches the wheels when the...

Page 5: ...should be done even if your are not slitting scoring or perforating The rubber guide rollers help to control the paper exiting from the folding rollers 3 12 Positioning The Attachments 1 Mark a sheet of paper at the point to be perforated scored or slit 2 Use the handwheel to turn the rollers and pass a sheet through the machine by hand until it makes contact with the accessory shaft 3 Remove the ...

Page 6: ...ng to each other This potentially can lead to damage of the rollers your machine s drive system and or the motor When your rollers are clean they should be soft and not hard or slick to the touch Regular cleaning will add years of life to your rollers and will assure you of optimum performance 4 2 Lubricating Folder Your folder should be properly cleaned and lubricated EVERY 25 HOURS OF USE to mak...

Page 7: ...older Circuit Breaker Tripped Allow to cool then reset by pushing the button in until it stays A tripped breaker indicates a more serious problem such as seized bearings paper jam tight drive belt or low building supply voltage Tight Or Seized Bearings Check for lack of cleaning and lubrication Replace if worn or over heated dis colored See section 4 2 Loose Wiring Due to vibration or improper han...

Page 8: ...e paper guide must be kept perpendicular to the fold ing rolls Dirty Rollers See Section 4 1 6 8 Poor Perforating Slitting or Scoring The Cutting Wheel Is Not Tight Against Or Is On The Wrong Side Of The Backup Hub See Section 3 12 The Cutting Wheel Or Backup Hub Is Dull Replace parts if necessary The Accessory Shaft Spring Is Worn Causing Shallow Perforations Replace spring if necessary The Acces...

Page 9: ... 9 Reference Illustrations Refer to Parts List pages 10 11 ...

Page 10: ...acking Finger 1 W O008013 58 Stacking Wheel Shaft 1 W O003093 Item Description Qty Part No 59 Stacking Wheel Weights 2 W O095268 60 Terminal Block 1 M S033024 61 Conveyor Shaft 1 W O095135 62 Stacking Wheel Shaft Square 1 W O008017 63 Stacking Wheel Hook 1 M S031060 64 Roller Guard Brkt R S 1 W O095265 65 Tie Rod 2 W O095276 66 Side Cover R S 1 M O095901 67 Compression Spring 1 M S031050 68 Main D...

Page 11: ...ne 15 ON OFF Switch Speed Cont 220v 1 M O095207 45 Motor 220v 50Hz 1 M S021050 71 R S Frame 1 W O095326 123 2 0 Amp Circuit Breaker 1 M S045195 124 Cord 220v 50Hz 1 M S037286 125 EMI Noise Filter 1 M S045193 Not Illustrated 8 32x3 16 Rd Hd Phillips 3 M S001128 1 4 20x2 Carriage Bolt 1 M S006015 1 4x1 2x1 16 Flat Washer 1 M S008008 3 8x1 1 2x1 16 Flat Washer 1 M S008044 8 ID Internal Lock Washer 1 ...

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Page 14: ...r uses 2 springs part number M S031059 Often requested part numbers Feed Roller Rubber Red W O008015 Retarder Rubber Roller w Arbor WRA003116 Roller Cleaner and Rejuvenator 200 Static Spray 300 Rubber Guide Roller on Accessory Shaft M O003080 Speed Control WRA095500 Circuit Breaker M S045194 3 Tooth Perf WRA03085C 14 Tooth Perf W A03085D 1 Roller WRA003015 Roller bearings 1 M S013009 Non operator ...

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Page 16: ...251 Wedcor Avenue Wabash IN 46992 Phone 260 563 0641 Fax 260 563 4575 Website www martinyale com Email info martinyale com M S027501 Rev 1 1 28 03 ...

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