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3.5 Set Up the Take Up Mandrels
Before you can configure the take up mandrel you will need to run the media through the unit
until the slits reach the lower take-up and wrap around at least once.
1. Switch on the Matrix.
2. Switch on the Lower Rewind.
3. Set the tension on the Matrix, and Lower Rewind to 0%.
4. Set the Master Speed to the lowest value.
5. Switch on the master switch.
6. Slowly turn up the master speed until the media starts to move. Stop once the slits reach the
lower take up/rewind and wrap around at least once.
Lower Rewind ONLY Model Instructions:
1. Manually turn back the take up mandrel until the first good labels are visible.
2. Cut between the labels at the same point for each roll. Remove the waste label core
from the lower take up mandrel.
3. Place new cores on the lower take up mandrel. Standard sizes are included. Additional
sizes can be purchased from Primera. The core width should equal the width of the
finished roll. It can be a little smaller in some cases depending on what type of
applicator will be used to apply the labels.
4. Attach the labels to the core using waste label or tape. Make sure the tension on both
rolls is even. If they are not even and you have already attached them to the core you
can easily equalize them by loosening the core engagement knob on the mandrel just a
little. Now turn each core on the mandrel until both label rolls are taut. Tighten the
knob again.
5. Feed the edge trim waste over the lower takeup mandrel and into a waste bin.
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