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Ricoh Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Operator's Manual

Ricoh Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Operators Guide Plockmatic SBT for Ricoh SquareBack Trimmer...
  • Page 3 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Introduction This manual contains instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Keep this manual in a handy place near the machine.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Safety Information When using this machine, following safety precautions should always be followed. Safety during operation WARNING: • To avoid hazardous situations like for instance electric shock or danger while exposed to moving, rotating or cutting devices, do not remove any covers, guards or screws other than those specified in this manual.
  • Page 5 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Safety Information CAUTION: • The machine and its peripherals must be installed and maintained by a customer service representative who has completed the training course on those models. • Always follow all warnings marked on, or supplied with, the equipment.

  • Page 6: What You Can Do With This Machine

    Transport Module Manual Feed Opening The Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer is a machine that allows for Squarefolding and Trimming of booklets. Stapled booklets are fed in the machine from the upstream device through the Transport Module and are delivered on the Stacker.

  • Page 7: Guide To Components

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Guide To Components A. Belt Stacker D. Latch Handle B. Belt Stacker Cover E. Waste Tray C. Graphical User Interface (GUI)
  • Page 8 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Guide To Components F. Top Cover Main Module K. Paper Guides G. Power Switch L. Connector H. Paper Guides for manual feed M. Docking Assembly Top Cover Transport Module N. Casters with lock J. Latch Handle...
  • Page 9 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Guide To Components P. Power Socket Q. Shorting Plug R. Shorting Plug...

  • Page 10: Graphical User Interface

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Graphical User Interface The Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer has a Graphical User Interface (GUI) / Control Panel which allows for viewing or adjusting local machine settings and properties. Control Panel The control panel is of touch screen type. Point at the screen and press the “button” to reach the desired function or change the desired setting.
  • Page 11 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Graphical User Interface Manual Feed Menu Pressing [Manual Feed] on the GUI will open the Manual Feed sub-menu. The user has to choose and adjust settings for the Manual Feed mode in this sub-menu (see section 3 of this manual for a complete description of the Manual Feed Mode and Menu).
  • Page 12 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Basics Turning On / Off the Main Power Power switch 1 Ensure that the main power cord is plugged into the wall and to the back of the Main Module [A]. 2 Make sure the two shorting plugs are plugged in, as shown in the picture [B].

  • Page 13: Emptying The Waste Bin

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Basics Emptying the waste bin Pull up and then out the lower front cover to open it [A]. Remove [B] the waste bin (in red) and empty it. Replace the waste bin and close the waste bin cover.

  • Page 14: Docking / Undocking

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Basics Docking / Undocking 1 Push the docking plate [A] to undock the SquareBack Trimmer. 2 Push the SquareBack Trimmer away from the printer. NOTE: Reverse procedure to dock the SquareBack Trimmer.

  • Page 15: Setting Up A Job

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Setting Up a Job In-line mode Setting up the Fiery controller Setting up the Fiery This procedure describes how to set up the Fiery when running the SquareBack Trimmer. The SBT receives information about the finishing of the booklets from the Fiery job properties.
  • Page 16 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Setting Up a Job Main Menu Main Menu This screen allows the operator to open the “Face Trim” and “Square Back” sub-menus. Face Trim Face Trim his function trims the front edge of the booklet to get an even length on every page.
  • Page 17 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Setting Up a Job To adjust the amount of face trim, press [+] or [-] or enter the desired length of the booklet using the numeric keypad. NOTE: If the values chosen are out of the paper bounds, the lengths will automatically be adjusted to the limit values.
  • Page 18 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Setting Up a Job Booklet Production Booklet Production When the printer is started, Booklet Production starts automatically and this screen is shown on the GUI. The operator can adjust the finishing settings while the booklets are being produced by pressing [Adjust Set- tings].

  • Page 19: Manual Feed Mode

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Manual Feed Mode The SquareBack Trimmer can be operated in two modes: in-line Mode, when used together with a printer or Manual Feed Mode, either working as a stand-alone unit or connected to a printer but hand fed with booklets produced by another printer.
  • Page 20 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Manual Feed Mode Manual Feed Menu Select the Manual Feed option by tapping on the highlighted button on the top ribbon. Here the operator has to choose the size of the booklet fed and the type of finishing desired on the booklet be- fore starting the production process.
  • Page 21 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Face Trim Face Trim Face Trim This function trims the front edge of the booklet to get an even length on every page. When Auto mode is on, a minimum trim is performed on the booklet. If the...
  • Page 22 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Side Trim Side Trim To adjust the amount of side trim, press [+] or [-] or enter the desired length of the booklet using the numeric keypad NOTE: The maximum amount of trimming on each side is 24 mm / 0.94”.
  • Page 23 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Booklet Production Booklet Production Booklet Production Once all the settings have been ad- justed, press on the play button to start Booklet Production. Refer to “Feeding Booklets” in this section to understand how to correct-ly feed a booklet in the machine.
  • Page 24 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Feeding Booklets Feeding Booklets First step Feed the booklet(s) in the machine with the booklet spine facing the infeed side of the machine. If trimming more than one booklet, the user can feed as many booklets as needed before proceeding to the next step.

  • Page 25: Handling Jobs

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Jobs Handling Jobs Pressing [Jobs] on the top ribbon, opens the Jobs sub-menu. From here the operator can open a saved job. Saved jobs can be customized and deleted. Loading a Job The user can load a job by selecting it from the saved jobs list and then pushing [Load].

  • Page 26: Deleting A Job

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Jobs Saving a New Job Push [Save as] in the Job sub-menu to save a new job and insert a new name. The new job will be based on the last job loaded. Deleting a Job Select a Job from the saved Jobs list and delete it by pressing [Delete].

  • Page 27: The Tools Menu

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Tools The Tools Menu Tools The Tools sub-menu contains a number of options that will allow the user to: • Fine adjust settings for the Square Back option, • View and reset the counter, •...
  • Page 28 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Tools Counter Counter The Counter shows the number of booklet produced since its last reset. Press [C] to reset it. Press the Green Check mark to return to the tools menu. Units Units This sub-menu allows the user to tog- gle between inches and millimetres.

  • Page 29: Software Version

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Tools Software Version Software Version Press [Software Version] to get to the Software Version sub-menu. This sub-menu allows the user to check the installed software version on both the Graphical User Interface and on the Main Module.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Troubleshooting Jams When there is either a missfeed or a fault condition in the machine, a message and a code will be displayed on the GUI. Some codes, mainly the ones regarding jams, may be rectified by the operator but fault codes may only be rectified by a certified service technician.
  • Page 31 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Troubleshooting Jam codes list Code # Area Cause Infeed Q13 and Q14 (paper path sensors) covered too long. Infeed Q13 and Q14 (paper path sensors) covered after purge. Infeed Q13, Q14 and Q15 (paper path sensors) covered too long.

  • Page 32: Other Messages

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Other Messages Cover Open Messages The Cover Open Messages warn the user that one / several cover(s) is/are open. Close the indicated cover(s) to clear the message. Empty Waste Bin Empty Waste Bin Empty the Waste Bin to clear this message.

  • Page 33: Power Save Mode

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Other Messages Power Save Mode Power Save Mode This screen is shown when the ma- chine has not been in use for 20 min- utes. Tap on the GUI to exit the Power Save Mode.

  • Page 34: Do's And Don'ts

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Do’s And Don’ts • Always follow all warnings marked on, or supplied with, the equipment. • Always exercise care in moving or relocating the equipment. • CAUTION: Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and machine before you move or relocate the equipment.

  • Page 35: Where To Put Your Machine

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Where to put Your Machine Machine environment • Always locate the equipment on a solid support surface with adequate strength for the weight of the machine. • Always keep magnets and all devices with strong magnetic fields away from the machine.

  • Page 36: Maintaining Your Machine

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Maintaining Your Machine Never attempt any maintenance function that is not specifically described in this documentation. Cleaning the sensors The sensors need to be cleaned regularly when in use and if the unit has not been used for a period of time.
  • Page 37 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Maintaining Your Machine Belt stacker sensor...
  • Page 38 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Maintaining Your Machine...
  • Page 39 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Operational Best Practices • Make sure to have the correct settings for thin or thick booklet: thin booklet is thinner than 1.3 mm (0.051”) and equals approximately to 6 sheets 80 g/m (see section 3 of this manual: “Booklet size”...
  • Page 40 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Operational Best Practices Limitations • The Square Back Trimmer is suited for customers whose booklet making needs will not exceed a yearly average of 15,000 booklets per month; • If booklets entering the Square Back Trimmer are not uniform or if they are skewed, the booklet quality will vary accordingly;...

  • Page 41: Machine Specifications

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Specification Machine Specifications Specifications Remarks Speed 4 seconds Number of sheets (Maximum) 50 (80 gsm) A l s o i n c l u d e s h a n d f e e d i n g .
  • Page 42 CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Specification Machine Specifications Environmental requirements Temp Range 15-30°C Humidity 30-80% RH Plockmatic uses open source code in parts of this product. Plockmatic uses QT open source license (LGPL) to develop the software used in this...

  • Page 43: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Specification EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ......N0007280 (A.2) Manufacturer ..Plockmatic International AB, Telefonvägen 30, S-126 26 Hägersten, Sweden This Declaration of Conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer Object of the Declaration...

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