GBC Quantum P70iX Instruction Manual
GBC Quantum P70iX Instruction Manual

GBC Quantum P70iX Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 GBC Quantum P70iX Production Grade Punch Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 P70iX Operator Manual US/Canada – 230V 50/60 Hz Assembly Number 7707010 7707286 Operator Manual # Date Issued October 15, 2003 Revision C-1...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section Page Safety Information 1. Introduction Introduction 2. Getting to Know your Quantum P70iX Operating Controls Plastic Covers 3. Operation Operating Controls 4. Options and Accessories Die Set Die Set Storage 5. Home Screen Operation Service 6. Maintenance...
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Safety Information SAFETY MESSAGES The safety of you and others is very important to GBC. Important safety mes- sages and information are contained within this manual as well as on the machine itself. Please be certain to carefully read and understand all of these before operating the machine.
  • Page 5 I Means the electrical power is “ON”. O Means the electrical power is “OFF”. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS • Use the Quantum P70iX only for its intended purpose of punching paper and covers according to the indicated specifications. • Retain this Operating Instructions manual for later use.
  • Page 6 If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet, con- tact a qualified electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not alter the plug on the end of the cordset (if provided) of the Quantum P70iX. It was provided for your safety.
  • Page 7 MAIN CORDSET SELECTION (THE FOLLOWING NOTE APPLIES ONLY TO EUROPEAN UNITS) CAUTION: WHEN CHOOSING A DETACHABLE LINE CORD FOR USE WITH YOUR Quantum P70iX, ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS The cordset consist of three parts; the attachment plug, cordage and appliance inlet.
  • Page 8 P70iX Automatic Punch User Guide. Use of the P70iX Automatic Punch in any manner not in accordance with the GBC P70iX User Guide is not recommended and may void your warranty or maintenance contract Trained operators and regular operator maintenance of the P70iX A can optimize per- formance and minimize service calls.
  • Page 9: Introduction

    1. Introduction INTRODUCTION The Quantum P70iX is designed to meet the unique requirements of the digital print marketplace. It is designed to support all commonly required punching patterns, includ- ing three-hole, comb, VeloBind, Twin-Loop wire, and Color Coil. Custom die patterns are also available.
  • Page 10: Getting To Know Your Quantum P70Ix

    2. Getting to Know your Quantum P70iX GETTING TO KNOW YOUR QUANTUM P70iX External factors can affect performance of your P70iX. These factors include customer requirements for hole quality, throughput materials (paper/transparen- cies/covers), toner coverage on the printed page, and environmental factors.
  • Page 11 With a smaller lift size the punch is more likely to pick a single clear cover. Lift sizes 5-7 works best. • It is best to run a job containing clear cover stocks at a slower speed. GBC recom mends 75 LPM for most jobs. •...
  • Page 12: Operating Controls

    3. Operation OPERATING CONTROLS 1. Ergonomic 2. Die Set Changes: 3. Fully Digital: Workflow: are completed without push button set-up and load, unload and pro- tools and only take sec- operation. With simple gram from the same onds to perform. steps to recall up to 24 side without any wasted custom jobs.
  • Page 13: Options And Accessories

    Die Set. Die sets can be changed in seconds without tools. A significant feature of the Quantum P70iX is that it uses GBC Magnapunch Die Sets. Combined with a Magnapunch, you have the capability to switch the Die Set into the punching platform best suited to handle the job in just a matter of minutes.
  • Page 14: Die Set

    Helpful Hint: The GBC Die Set Storage Cabinet #7703207 is an excellent way to store all of your interchangeable die sets for the Quantum P70iX (see figure 3). This special product securely holds three die sets, protecting them from dirt, dust, and accidental damage.
  • Page 15: Home Screen

    PROOF LANGUAGE The Home Screen is the starting point for operation of the Quantum P70iX. At this screen, you are able to see the job that the Quantum is ready to run. In the example above, the Quantum is setup to run: •...
  • Page 16 5. Home Screen HOME SCREEN continued GBC QUANTUM PUNCH 90 LPM P B . 1 1 1 " MODE UNLOAD JOB MANAGER PROOF LANGUAGE Other commands from the HOME SCREEN are: MODE: allows you to select between Automatic or Manual. Automatic Mode means the Quantum will continue to run non-stop as long as you place paper on the Input Belts and remove the punched stack of paper from the Output Belts.
  • Page 17 5. Home Screen HOME SCREEN continued GBC QUANTUM PUNCH 90 LPM P B . 1 1 1 " MODE UNLOAD JOB MANAGER PROOF LANGUAGE Other commands from the HOME SCREEN: You have constant control of the Speed by controlling the LPM or Lifts Per Minute and the size of each Lift by adjusting the number of sheets per Lift.
  • Page 18 5. Home Screen JOB MANAGER SCREEN JOB MANAGER — USE ARROWS P B 1 4 1 P B 1 4 1 3 -5 -7 P B 1 4 1 9 " 1 1 " 1 1 " 9 . 5 " G B 4 :1 P B 1 4 1 P B 1 4 1...
  • Page 19 5. Home Screen EDITOR SCREEN EDITOR USE ARROWS TO CHANGE P B . 1 OTHER 0 . . 9 SIZES GO TO NEXT ACCEPT SETTING NO CHANGE ESCAPE GO BACK 1 1 " DATA OK SAVE STORE ESCAPE SAVE ACCEPT To Edit an exiting job or create a new job, press the up –...
  • Page 20 5. Home Screen EDITOR SCREEN continued EDITOR USE ARROWS TO CHANGE P B . 1 OTHER 0 . . 9 SIZES GO TO NEXT ACCEPT SETTING NO CHANGE ESCAPE GO BACK 1 1 " DATA OK SAVE STORE ESCAPE SAVE ACCEPT EDITOR SCREEN In the example above, the Side Edge paper dimension has been selected and...
  • Page 21 5. Home Screen EDITOR SCREEN continued EDITOR USE ARROWS TO CHANGE GO TO NEXT ACCEPT SETTING NO CHANGE ESCAPE GO BACK 1 1 " DATA OK SAVE STORE ESCAPE SAVE ACCEPT EDITOR SCREEN In the example above, the Punch Die type has been selected and currently reads PB .141.
  • Page 22 5. Home Screen “GO JOB” SCREEN EDITOR USE ARROWS TO CHANGE GO TO NEXT ACCEPT SETTING NO CHANGE ESCAPE GO BACK 1 1 " DATA OK SAVE STORE ESCAPE SAVE ACCEPT Selection of a new Die Set will prompt the Die Set screen to come up. This screen will prompt you to remove the proper Punch Pin numbers for the paper size you are running.
  • Page 23 5. Home Screen RUN SCREEN GBC QUANTUM PUNCH 90 LPM P B . 1 1 1 " MODE UNLOAD JOB MANAGER PROOF LANGUAGE When the Quantum is running a job, the Graphics will provide you with informa- tion about the job that is running.
  • Page 24 5. Home Screen SETUP SCREEN GBC QUANTUM PUNCH 90 LPM P B . 1 1 1 " MODE UNLOAD JOB MANAGER PROOF LANGUAGE When the Quantum is running a job, the Graphics will provide you with informa- tion about the job that is running.
  • Page 25: Service

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SLUG BIN (PAPER CHIP or PAPER CHAD) CONTAINER The slug bin container for your Quantum P70iX is located behind the left hand access door near the bottom of the machine. The container should be periodi- cally pulled out and emptied. This will avoid jamming and damage to the machine.
  • Page 26: Specifications

    Interchangeable die sets can be switched in seconds without tools Specifications are subject to change without notice GBC recommends ear protection for operators of the Quantum P70iX. Our sound test levels are as follows: Worst Case Operation (speed 4, C4 Die Set, Dimensions in meters 20# bond, lift #9 –...
  • Page 27: Power Cord Specifications

    7. Specifications POWER CORD SPECIFICATIONS Voltage Rating: 250VAC Current Rating: Plug: NEMA 6-15P ® Connector: IEC 60320 C13 ®...
  • Page 28 ® General Binding Corporation Northbrook, IL 60062-4195 http://www.GBC.com Printed in the U.S.A. Rev. A1 / GBC Part # 7707286...

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