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Shipping & Mailing Printing W985,W986 Stacker with W863, W864 or W85F, W86F Dryer for use with AddressRight™ Printers and W360 Tabber User Guide US English Edition SV62019 Rev. D September 29, 2021...
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However, we cannot assume responsibility for errors or omissions or liability for the misuse or misapplication of our products. Except as provided in writing, duly signed by an officer of Pitney Bowes, no license either express or implied, under any Pitney Bowes or third party’s patent, copyright or other intellectual property rights is...
Technical Specifications Materials Specifications 4 - Stacker Adjustments Adjust Stacker Height and Printer Distance Adjust Input Media Stop Adjust Material Hold-Downs Adjust "Stack Full" Sensor Adjust Material Ramp 5 - Stacker Maintenance Stacker Cleaning Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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8 - Optional W85F, W86F Ink Dryer Controls and Indicators Operation Job Setup Jams Cleaning Troubleshooting 9 - Attaching Stacker to a W360 Tabber Attaching the Stacker to a W360 Tabber 10 - Adjustment Charts Adjust Material Ramp Angle Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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Adjust Media Stop on Material Ramp Adjust Stacker Height and Distance: Super Draft and Draft Mode Adjust Stacker Height and Distance: Letter Mode Adjust Stacker Height and Distance: Executive Mode Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
Safety Safety Information This document contains safety information related to the W985/W986 Stacker with W863/W864 Dryer printers and W985/W986 Stacker with W863/W864 Dryer. To avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment, familiarize yourself with proper procedures and methods before you install, operate or repair the system.
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This Equipment contains a Radio Frequency Transmitter operating in the 2.4 or 5 GHZ ISM band. Caution: In case of ink spill, leaking ink or excessive ink accumulation, immediately disconnect the power cord from the wall plug and contact Pitney Bowes. In the USA, please visit pitneybowes.com/support. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
Warning! THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED. The socket outlet should be near to the equipment and should be easily accessible. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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2 - Stacker Controls and Indicators In this section Operator Panel Conveyor Deck Connector and Side Panels Optional Stand for Power Stacker...
4. Stacker Full Light - This LED flashes when the Stacker ramp is full, based on the setting of the "stack full" sensor. Lift the hold down assembly to clear the material, and then lower it to resume operation. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
Stacker Controls and Indicators Conveyor Deck Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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5. "Stack Full" Sensor - This sensor is adjusted so that the mail pieces stack in an orderly sequence for retaining presort order and it stops the printer when the Stacker is full. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
1. Trip Sensor connector - This is where the cable from the "stack full" sensor is connected. This activates when the Stacker is full. 2. Printer Interface connector - This is where the interface cable coming from the printer is connected. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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Note the wattages of other appliances you plug into the same outlet or branch circuit and compare that with the rating of the outlet or branch circuit to avoid overloading your electrical system. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
1. Height Adjustment Knob - used to adjust the height of the Stacker so it can be aligned with your printer or to operator level. 2. Casters (in circles above) - allows for easier movement of Stacker. Two are locking casters for holding the Stacker in place. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
4 - Stacker Adjustments In this section Adjust Stacker Height and Printer Distance Adjust Input Media Stop Adjust Material Hold-Downs Adjust "Stack Full" Sensor Adjust Material Ramp...
To adjust the height: 1. Hold the Stacker steady with upright pressure and loosen the adjustment knob [1]. Caution: The Stacker deck may rapidly drop to its lowest height when you loosen the Stacker height adjustment knob. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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1. Unlock wheels if they are locked. 2. Move the Stacker to the proper distance from the printer output roller and lock the wheels. Refer to the Appendix to help you determine this value if necessary. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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The general rule is that at slower speeds, and the longer the mail piece, you need to position the Stacker lower and farther away from the printer output. At higher speeds and with shorter mail pieces, you position the Stacker higher and closer to the printer output. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
There is a scale on the input media stop that is used to set up for different size mail pieces. Loosen the two knobs and set the knobs to the desired value on the scale. Tighten the knobs when you are finished. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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The input media stop is adjusted so that mail pieces from the printer hit the stop and drop flat onto the conveyor belt. The media stop is set closer to the printer for short mail pieces and farther away for longer mail pieces Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
The general rule is that with thinner, slower moving mail pieces, the retainers should be positioned close to the deck. In the case of thicker, faster moving mail pieces, the retainers should be positioned higher off from the deck. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
5. Vertical Position Scale The stacker full sensor should remain at the "0" position in both height (vertical) and length (horizontal) settings for most material. However, you may need to change these settings for certain conditions: Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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(towards the "0" end on the vertical scale). Theory These adjustments are made so that the "stack full” indicator switch functions correctly while allowing the maximum number of mail pieces to be stacked. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
Loosen the ramp angle knob on the side of the ramp. Move the ramp to the desired value on the scale. Tighten the knob when you are finished. Refer to the Appendix to help you determine the ramp angle if necessary. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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Tighten the knob when you are finished. Refer to the Appendix to help you determine the media stop position if necessary. 1. Material Ramp 2. Media Stop 3. Media Stop Position Scale 4. Adjustment Knob for Media Stop Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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The wider the mail piece, the farther up the ramp the media stop needs to be set. Pitney Bowes User Guide...
If fuse replacement is required, turn the Stacker off, unplug the AC power cord from the outlet and replace the defective fuse with another amp fuse. Fuse locations are shown in the illustration below. If the blown fuse condition occurs again, call Pitney Bowes for service. Pitney Bowes...
Lift the roller/spring slightly and turn knob to lock in place away from the conveyor belt. NOTE: To assure the envelopes travel properly through the Stacker, they must pass under the rollers and springs. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
3. Height Handle - adjusts the height of the Dryer over the material (six position settings). 4. Power Outlet - the other end of the power cord is attached to the Stacker AC outlet labeled "Dryer". Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
The Dryer/Stacker combination draws a substantial amount of power. Note the wattages of other appliances you plug into the same outlet or branch circuit and compare that with the rating of the outlet or branch circuit to avoid overloading your electrical system. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
Stacker the size of the material being dried how much ink is used The height handle is used to raise or lower the Dryer. It has 5 positions. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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Optional W863/W864 Ink Dryer 1. Height Adjustment Handle 2. Release Lever (under handle top) 3. Five Positions Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
AC power receptacle. For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type and rating of fuse. Follow these steps to replace the fuse in the Dryer: Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
3. Remove blown fuse and insert replacement fuse, making sure it is the same type and rating. 4. Slide fuse holder back into slot. 5. Plug in the Dryer AC power cord back into the Stacker and turn the power on. If the blown fuse condition occurs again, call Pitney Bowes for service. Troubleshooting Symptom...
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Optional W863/W864 Ink Dryer Stopped No power Call for service. running No air from fan Fan inoperative Call for service. Only cold air Heater Call for service. from fan inoperative Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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Optional W85F, W86F Ink Dryer In this section Controls and Indicators Operation Job Setup Jams Cleaning Troubleshooting Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
3. Height Handle - adjusts the height of the Dryer over the material (six position settings). 4. Power Outlet - the other end of the power cord is attached to the Stacker AC outlet labeled "Dryer". Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
Turn Power Off When Not In Use. Only Operate With Conveyor Moving. Keep air intake vents free at all times. Disconnect power before changing fuse. For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type and rating of fuse. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
Stacker the size of the material being dried how much ink is used The height handle is used to raise or lower the Dryer. It has 5 positions. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
Wait 1 to 2 minutes before pressing the circuit breaker switch on the Stacker. The Stacker and Dryer will power back up automatically when you press the circuit breaker switch. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
Reposition the dryer height for best drying position. Stopped No power Call for service. running No air from fan Fan inoperative Call for service. Only cold air Heater Call for service. from fan inoperative Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
Stacker steady with upright pressure and loosen the height adjustment knob. Set the height so the Stacker is even with output of the Tabber and tighten the adjustment knob. 1. Tabber 2. Stacker 3. Stacker Height Adjustment Knob Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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Attachment of Stacker to a W360 Tabber Caution: The Stacker deck may rapidly drop to its lowest height when you loosen the Stacker height adjustment knob. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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3. Connect AC power cord at the Tabber (see photo at left for AC inlet) and turn on power to the Tabber. Refer to the Tabber Quick Start Guide (SV62479A) for information on running the Tabber. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
10 - Adjustment Charts In this section Adjust Material Ramp Angle Adjust Media Stop on Material Ramp Adjust Stacker Height and Distance: Super Draft and Draft Mode Adjust Stacker Height and Distance: Letter Mode Adjust Stacker Height and Distance: Executive Mode 64...
The angle of the material ramp is dependent on the width and thickness of the mail piece. The general rule is that the shorter and thinner the mail piece–the steeper the ramp angle; while the longer and thicker the mail piece–the flatter the ramp angle. See chart below for guidance. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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Adjustment Charts and Tables Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
The wider the mail piece, the farther up the ramp the media stop needs to be set. See chart below for guidance. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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Adjustment Charts and Tables Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
This is done by adjusting the height of the stand. The bottom chart is used to determine the distance from the stacker to the output roller. This is done by moving the stacker closer or farther from the printer output roller. Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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For example: If the material is 11 inches (279mm) long and 1/8 inch (3.2mm) thick, the reading on the top chart would be approximately 2 inches (51mm) and on the bottom chart approximately 1.75 inches (44mm). Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
The bottom chart is used to determine the distance from the stacker to the output roller. This is done by moving the stacker closer or farther from the printer output roller. In order to use the charts: Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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For example: If the material is 11 inches (279mm) long and 1/8 inch (3.2mm), the reading on the top chart would be approximately 2.5 inches (64mm) and on the bottom chart approximately 1.75 inches (44mm). Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
The bottom chart is used to determine the distance from the stacker to the output roller. This is done by moving the stacker closer or farther from the printer output roller. In order to use the charts: Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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For example: If the material is 11 inches (279mm) long and 1/8 inch (3.2mm), the reading on the top chart would be approximately 4 inches (102mm) and on the bottom chart approximately 1.25 inches (32mm). Pitney Bowes User Guide September 2021...
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