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- Page 1 T-350 Dual Tabber OPERATIONS MANUAL Revised: 3-23-09 Part # M-3435 RENA SYSTEMS INC. 136 Green Tree Road STE 140 Oaks, PA 19456-1069 Phone: (610) 650-9170 Fax: (610) 650-9171 E-Mail: support@renausa.com Web Site: www.renausa.com...
- Page 2 RENA Systems Inc. would like to Thank You for investing in our quality built products. Please record the following information for future reference: Model: Serial Number: Purchase Date: Purchased From: Dealer Name: Contact Name: Address: Address: Phone Number: Please take this opportunity to register your product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents Section Page # SECTION 1 – GETTING ACQUAINTED ________________________________________________ 5 _______________________________________________________________ 5 AFETY RECAUTIONS _______________________________________________________________ 6 ACKAGING HIPPING ___________________________________________________________ 6 ARRANTY EGISTRATION _________________________________________________________________________ 6 ONTENTS _______________________________________________________________________ 7 RONT ________________________________________________________________________ 8 __________________________________ 9 RIVE AND EDIA ENSOR SSEMBLY... - Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTES _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ T-350 Operations Rev. 3/23/2009...
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Page 5: Section 1 - Getting Acquainted
In addition, follow any specific occupational safety and health standards for your workplace or area. This manual is intended solely for the use and information of Rena Systems Inc., its designated agents, customers, and their employees. The information in this guide was obtained from several different sources that are deemed reliable by all industry standards. -
Page 6: Packaging/Shipping
In-Line Roller Assembly (G) In-Line Guide Assembly (H) Note: Tabs can be purchased through your local Rena Systems Dealer. To locate a Rena Systems Dealer in your area, please use the following link. http://www.renausa.com/dealer_locator_search.asp See “Appendix B” for Tab Selection. -
Page 7: Front View
The T-350 Tabber applies Rena FanFold, “tractor-fed” clear, translucent, and paper tab stocks; which have been engineered to run on the T-350. Tab stock can be purchased through your local Rena Systems Dealer. See “Appendix B” for tab selection. Front View... -
Page 8: Rear View
GETTING ACQUAINTED Rear View TAB BOX TRAY MAIN POWER SWITCH FUSE HOLDER AC POWER INLET PAPER SENSOR ASSEMBLY TAB DRIVE ASSEMBLIES TAB BOX TRAY – Holds the tab box and also guides the tab web into the unit. MAIN POWER SWITCH – Controls the power to the tabber. FUSE HOLDER –... -
Page 9: Tab Drive And Media Sensor Assembly Components
GETTING ACQUAINTED Tab Drive and Media Sensor Assembly Components PEEL BAR LOCATOR PEEL BAR PEEL BAR (up, threading position) (down, run position) LOCATOR DOTS (red) UPPER PRESSURE LOWER EXIT TAB FOLD ADJUSTMENT ROLLERS ROLLER KNOB PEEL BAR LOCATOR – Use to set the peel bar location to the threading (up) or tabbing (down) position. -
Page 10: Control Panel
GETTING ACQUAINTED Control Panel BATCH COUNTER – Counts tab cycles. The counter can be reset to zero, by pressing the small button on this device. Note: The Batch counter will not count items fed in the “paper feed mode”. It only counts when the unit is in the “tab mode”... -
Page 11: Section 2 - Assembly
ASSEMBLY Section 2 – Assembly Stand-Alone Mode Note: This process assumes you will be using the system as a “stand-alone” tabber. Follow the steps below to prepare the T-350 for “stand-alone” operation. 1. Remove all the components from the accessory box. 2. - Page 12 ASSEMBLY 4. Attach both Media Side Guides to the unit as shown. The bottom of the media side guide fits into the brass bushing, on the shaft, as shown. The guides are secured to the mounting blocks using the two Philips head screws, supplied. 5.
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Page 13: In-Line Mode
ASSEMBLY In-Line Mode Note: This process assumes you will be using the system as an “in-line” tabber. Follow the steps below to prepare the T-350 for "in-line" operation. 1. Remove all the components from the accessory box. 2. If installed; remove the Rear Paper Support from the tabber, by removing the two thumb screws and washers shown. - Page 14 ASSEMBLY 4. Install the In-Line Roller Assembly. Install the flat end of the shaft first and then insert the pointed end of the shaft. Important! Make sure the shaft ends are inserted under the spring wire (located behind the sidewall). When you insert the pointed end of the shaft, the spring wire will lock the shaft in place.
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Page 15: In-Line Roller Assembly Removal
ASSEMBLY 6. Attach the Tab Box Tray. The hooks on the Tab Box Tray fit over the upper shaft, at the exit end of the tabber, as shown. The tray hangs off the exit end of the tabber. 7. Proceed to “External Feeder Control Setup”. In-Line Roller Assembly Removal If you ever need to remove In-Line Roller Assembly, a small screw driver can be inserted under the spring wire, through... -
Page 16: External Feeder Control Setup
External Feeder Control Setup CAUTION THIS PROCESS SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL RENA SYSTEMS DEALER FOR TECHNICAL HELP. THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION IS FOR USE BY THE TECHNICIAN. WARNING BEFORE PERFORMING THIS TASK, DISCONNECT THE TABBER FROM ITS... -
Page 17: Choosing A Location
TO THE TABBER AND OR FEEDER MAY OCCUR. If you don’t have the appropriate cable or don’t know if your feeder is compatible; please contact your local Rena Systems Dealer for technical help. The T-350’s feeder interface port provides the following dry contact outputs. -
Page 18: Connecting Power
ASSEMBLY Connecting Power 1. The T-350 is manufactured for use on a specific AC voltage source. Before connecting the power cord to the tabber; verify that you are connecting the unit to a compatible AC voltage Power Switch source. See serial tag for the voltage rating of your unit. -
Page 19: Section 3 - Operating The Tabber
OPERATING THE TABBER Section 3 – Operating the Tabber Theory of operation: The T-350 can be used as a “stand-alone” machine or an “in-line” machine. It can be setup to place one or two tabs at the leading edge of the media. When the media sensor detects the lead edge of the media the tab drive cycle is started. -
Page 20: Loading/Threading Tabs
OPERATING THE TABBER Loading/Threading Tabs: See the “Tab Stock Threading Diagrams” for additional help. 1. Remove the lid from the box of tab stock. Tip: The box lid can be placed on the bottom of the tab box, for storage. 2. - Page 21 OPERATING THE TABBER 6. Thread the tabs under the small shaft at the top of the tab drive assembly. Pull about 18 inches of tab stock out the front of the tab drive assembly. Verify Proper Tab Stock Orientation: The tabs must be located on the front side of the stock, as shown.
- Page 22 OPERATING THE TABBER 9. Bring the tab backing up around the back side of the Take-Up Spools and insert the end of the leader into the slit, in the spool. Tip: Creasing the tab backing, at the insert point, will help it hold onto the spool. 10.
- Page 23 OPERATING THE TABBER 12. Using the peel bar locators; side the peel bar down to its “run position”. It should lock into position. IMPORTANT! When the peel bar is in the lower position (run position); the red dots, at the inside edges of the tab drive assembly, should align with the space between two tabs.
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Page 24: Tab Stock Threading Diagram (Peel Bar Up)
OPERATING THE TABBER Tab Stock Threading Diagram (Peel Bar Up) This is the “threading position” for the peel bar. The peel bar must be in this position before you can attempt to thread the tabber. TAB STOCK TAB BOX TRAY TAKE-UP SPOOL FRONT VIEW TAB STOCK... -
Page 25: Tab Stock Threading Diagram (Peel Bar Down)
OPERATING THE TABBER Tab Stock Threading Diagram (Peel Bar Down) This is the “run position” for the peel bar. The peel bar must be in this position before you attempt to run the tabber. TAB STOCK TAB BOX TRAY TAKE-UP SPOOL FRONT VIEW TAB STOCK TAB DRIVE... -
Page 26: Sheet Separation Adjustment
OPERATING THE TABBER Setting Up the Feed System Sheet Separation Adjustment This procedure is used to insure that only one piece of media is fed at a time. 1. Move the Media Side Guides so that the sheet separators are accessible. 2. -
Page 27: Media Side Guide Adjustment
OPERATING THE TABBER Media Side Guide Adjustment 1. Adjust the Media Side Guides so that they are about a dimes width (~1/32-inch) from the sides of the media. Tighten the locking screws on the side guides to secure their positions. Rear Paper Support Adjustment 1. -
Page 28: Loading Media
OPERATING THE TABBER Loading Media When placing media into the tabber, it is important to follow these steps. 1. Start by placing a single mail piece into the feed section, so that it is touching or starting to feed under the sheet separators. -
Page 29: Media Transport Speed Adjustment
OPERATING THE TABBER If you have a problem feeding the media, check the following: Reduce the distance between the separator fingers and the feed roller. Feeding Try setting the separation using one sheet less than the overall Doubles thickness of your media. Hesitating or Increase the distance between the Media Side Guides and the media. -
Page 30: Adjusting The Tab Position
OPERATING THE TABBER Adjusting the Tab Position Horizontal Tab Positioning The desired horizontal tab position is obtained by sliding the Tab Drive Assemblies to the desired position. 1. If the TAB button is illuminated; turn it off by pressing the TAB button. 2. -
Page 31: Tab Fold Position Adjustment
OPERATING THE TABBER Tab Fold Position Adjustment The tab fold position is adjusted using the knob, located on the Media Sensor Assembly. 1. Adjust for the desired media transport speed. See “Media Transport Speed Adjustment”. IMPORTANT The desired transport speed must be set before you adjust the tab fold position. - Page 32 OPERATING THE TABBER NOTES _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ T-350 Operations Rev. 3/23/2009...
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Page 33: Section 4 - Troubleshooting
Media Sensor dirty/damaged. Media positioned incorrectly; missing sensor. Fuse F2 on Main PCB is blown. Contact your local Rena Systems Dealer for technical support. Tabs are Dispensed When No Media Media Sensor and area below sensor may need is Feeding Thru Unit. -
Page 34: Media Feeding Problems
Line Fuse blown. Unplug power cord and check/replace fuse. Use properly rated fuse! Fuse F1 on Main PCB blown. Contact your local Rena Systems Dealer for technical support. Not Advancing Tabs Tab function (Tab Button) not turned ON. Power LED illuminated Media Sensor dirty/damaged. - Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTES _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ T-350 Operations Rev. 3/23/2009...
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Page 36: Section 5 - Maintenance
Rena Systems Dealer to obtain service and support for your tabber. Service should only be performed by a qualified Rena service person. To locate a Rena Systems Dealer in your area, please use the following link. http://www.renausa.com/dealer_locator_search.asp Cleaning... -
Page 37: Feed Rollers And Forwarding Rollers
MAINTENANCE Feed Rollers and Forwarding Rollers WARNING DO NOT USE SOLVENTS TO CLEAN THE RUBBER ROLLERS The feed and forwarding rollers can become glazed with paper lint and ink from the media. They should be regularly cleaned with a mild household cleaner on a damp cloth. Avoid using solvents on the rubber rollers. - Page 38 MAINTENANCE NOTES _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ T-350 Operations Rev. 3/23/2009...
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Page 39: Appendix - Specifications
APPENDIX Appendix - Specifications T-350 Dual Tabber Dimensions: 10.5" W x 19" D x 15" H Up to 18,000 pieces per hour Speed: (8.5" tri-folded mailer) Weight: 40 lbs Minimum (L x W): 3.5" x 5.5" Media Size: Maximum (L x W): 9” x 12”... -
Page 40: Appendix B - Obtaining Supplies, Service And Support
APPENDIX Appendix B – Obtaining Supplies, Service and Support Please contact your local Rena Systems Dealer to obtain supplies, service and support for your tabber. To locate a Rena Systems Dealer in your area, please use the following link. http://www.renausa.com/dealer_locator_search.asp Service should only be performed by a qualified Rena service person. - Page 41 APPENDIX NOTES _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ T-350 Operations Rev. 3/23/2009...
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Page 42: Index
INDEX INDEX AC Power Inlet · 8 Main Power Switch · 8 Assembly · 11 Maintenance · 36 Media Sensor Assembly · 8, 9 Media Side Guide Adjustment · 27 Media Side Guides · 6, 7 Media Transport Speed Adjustment · 29 Media Transport Test ·... - Page 43 Tab Position Adjustment · 30 Tab Positioning - Horizontal · 30 Take-Up Spools · 7 Threading Diagram · 24 Warranty Registration · 2, 6, 40 T-350 Dual Tabber, and TB-390 Conveyor EasyFeed 120 Feeder, RS-100 Riser, T-350 Dual Tabber, and TB-390 Conveyor...
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