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Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual English, Issue 1a, October 2016...
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Watkiss Automation Limited shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or con- sequential damage in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this material.
This User Manual does not describe the operation of the booklet maker. If needed, refer to your booklet maker user manual. In this manual the ‘P2T Two Knife Trimmer’ is referred to as the ‘Side-Trimmer’. Safety Information Safety information is included in the separate “Safety Information Manual”.
1 - Introduction to the Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer - Description of the Side-Trimmer Installation Your Side-Trimmer must be installed by a Watkiss approved service engineer. Special knowledge is needed to install the machine. CAUTION: Only connect the machine to a mains power supply of the cor- rect voltage with a good earth-connection.
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1 - Introduction to the Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer - Description of the Side-Trimmer The Side-Trimmer FIGURE 2. Side-Trimmer Components Component - Function Table No. Component Function The Top Cover The top cover opens to allow error recovery. The Trim Bin The trim bin collects the paper that is trimmed from the top and bottom of the book.
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1 - Introduction to the Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer - Description of the Side-Trimmer No. Component Function Fuses The fuses make sure the operator and the machine are protected if there is an electrical problem or short circuit. Rating and serial label The rating label displays the type of machine, serial number, power use and fuse information.
See “The User Interface” on page 7 for more information. • The side trim dimension is calculated automatically according to the PAGE SIZE • To change the size and trim position, touch . See “Side-Trim” on SIDE TRIM page 8. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
• Unload books from the stacker before the stacker is full. • Empty the side-trim bin from time to time. The booklet maker displays a mes- sage if the side-trim bin is full. See “Empty the Side-Trim Bin” on page 13. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
The number at the top shows the trim size. The number at the bottom shows if the trim is offset from the centre-line. A red X shows that the side-trim function is not active. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
TRIM OFFSET ' or ' ' to move the trim position away from the centre line. The range is -40mm to +40mm, dependent on how much is to be trimmed. The default setting is 0mm. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
Some functions and buttons are only available at certain access levels. Refer to your booklet maker manual. Information Button Hidden Active Visible - SIDE TRIM Touch to switch off communication SIDE TRIM (P2T) (P2T) to the Side-Trimmer. Only do this if the Side-Trimmer is disconnected. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
“Adjust the Side-Trim Offset” on page 11). If the is changed, the icon changes to show the setting. The icon is TRIM OFFSET the same orientation as the book delivery out of the Side-Trimmer. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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BASIC > SIDE TRIM TRIM OFFSET 2. Touch to close the window. CLOSE Select the default side-trim offset 1. Touch and then touch BASIC > SIDE TRIM AUTO 2. Touch to close the window. CLOSE Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
1. Use the handles to move the side-trim bin away from the machine. 2. Empty the side-trim bin. 3. Return the side-trim bin under the chute. Check the bin is positioned close to the machine. Magnets hold the bin in position. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
Book size in window Collection table Orange plastic hand-screw Catch tray FIGURE 8. Collection table position Procedure Set the collection table position according to the size of the book. Read the set- ting through the window. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
3. Release pressure from the top of the stacker, the stacker will raise to a folded position. Procedure - Lower the stacker 1. Push down on the top of the stacker until it clicks into position. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
The safety chain prevents damage from the PowerSquare as far as to the power and communication the safety chain allows. cables. When needed, rotate the Side-Trimmer back to the docked position, the latch will click closed. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
2. Inner book support, left (marked LH IN) 3. Centre book support 4. Inner book support, right (marked RH IN) 5. Outer book support, right (marked RH OUT) FIGURE 14. Side-Trimmer book supports Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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4 - Standard Tasks - Remove and re-fit the Side-Trimmer Book Supports Top Cover Outfeed Guard FIGURE 15. The side-trimmer Pivot bearings FIGURE 16. View through the top cover. Pivot-bearings visible. FIGURE 17. View through the top cover. Pivot bearings are not visible. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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• Look through the top window of the P2T. The pivot-bearings will move. • When the pivot bearings are not visible, then turn off the P2T. • Open the top cover of the Side- Trimmer. • Go to “Step 2 - remove the centre book support”.
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Hold each end of the inner book support and lift upwards. Remove the inner book support through the top of the machine. Repeat with the other inner book sup- port. Inner book support (right) Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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Look through the top window of the • P2T. The pivot-bearings will move. When the pivot bearings are not • visible, then turn off the P2T. Open the top cover of the Side- • Trimmer. Go to “Step 2 - fit the inner and •...
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Position the cut-outs over the fixing points. Press down on the book support so that Fixing it fits onto the fixing points. Repeat with the other book supports. Cut-out Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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Keep the book support central. See Figure 15 on page 18 The centre book support is secured with spring clips. Hold the centre book support with two hands. Lift and slide forwards until it clips onto the fixings. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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4 - Standard Tasks - Remove and re-fit the Side-Trimmer Book Supports Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
Trimming problems can affect the fore-edge trim or the side-trim. Make sure you follow the correct fault-finding routine. Side-trimming problems are explained in this manual. Fore-edge trimming prob- lems are explained in the booklet maker manual. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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Turn off the Side-Trimmer at the mains ON/OFF switch. Wait for 5 seconds and then turn on the Side-Trimmer. Does the problem continue? Yes No Further action is not needed. Call your service engineer. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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Turn off the Side-Trimmer at the mains ON/OFF switch. Wait for 5 seconds and then turn on the Side-Trimmer. Does the problem continue? Yes No Further action is not needed. Call your service engineer. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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Turn off the Side-Trimmer at the mains ON/OFF switch. Wait for 5 seconds and then turn on the Side-Trimmer. Does the problem continue? Yes No Further action is not needed. Call your service engineer. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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PITCH • The side-trim setting is larger than the book size. • The side-trim offset is too big relative to the book size and/or the amount of trim. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
If the message still does not clear, use the side-trimmer mains ON/ OFF switch. Turn the side-trimmer OFF, wait at least 5 seconds and then turn the side-trimmer ON. If the problem continues, then call your service engineer. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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If the message still does not clear, use the side-trimmer mains ON/ OFF switch. Turn the side-trimmer OFF, wait at least 5 seconds and then turn the side-trimmer ON. If the problem continues, then call your service engineer. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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If the message still does not clear, use the side-trimmer mains ON/ OFF switch. Turn the side-trimmer OFF, wait at least 5 seconds and then turn the side-trimmer ON. If the problem continues, then call your service engineer. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
2. Disconnect the Side-Trimmer from the power supply. 3. Check each fuse. 4. If the fuse is broken then replace with a fuse of the correct specification. Result If the fuse breaks again, then call your Watkiss service engineer. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
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5 - Error Conditions, Problems and Solutions - Change the Fuses - Side-Trimmer Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
Service maintenance is scheduled according to the booklet maker use. After every one-million stitches (every 3rd spool of stitch-wire), the Side-Trimmer needs service. Only a Watkiss approved service engineer can service the Side-Trimmer. Con- tact your supplier for further information. Operator Maintenance We recommend that you clean the Side-Trimmer every week to remove surface dust.
Minimum book thickness: one sheet folded to make a 4- page booklet Trimming Minimum trim width: 120mm Maximum trim width: 380mm (no trim); 378mm (trimmed) Maximum side trim: 40mm each side Minimum side trim: 1mm each side Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
Production may vary according to operating conditions. In line with a policy of continual product improvement, the manufacturer reserves the right to alter the materials or specification of this product at any time without notice. Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer User Manual...
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. Name of Manufacturer: Watkiss Automation Limited Address of Manufacturer: Watkiss House, Blaydon Road, Sandy, SG19 1RZ United Kingdom Object of the declaration: Watkiss P2T 2-Knife Trimmer Serial Number: WA/P2T/0001 onwards...