Avantcode (Standard); Using The "Mp1" Standard Clamp - JMA AVANTCODE User Manual

3.1

AVANTCODE (STANDARD)

3.1.1

USING THE "MP1" STANDARD CLAMP

The machine comprises two clamps, a clamp and a reading clamp. The keyblank to be cut is
placed in the clamp and the original key is placed in the reading clamp.
The key is fastened in the standard "MP1" clamp designed to hold various key types.
You have to consider two aspects when gripping the key: The side and top of the key.
• Side 1, 2, 3 and 4.
The standard clamp has 4 faces (numbering engraved on the top of the clamp)
allowing you to clamp the profile and back of keys. The standard clamp is
designed to hold various types of key.
The different sides and characteristics of the key to clamp are described
below:
Cutting keys supported on the back:
a)
Side 1: keys with normal blades.
Side 2: keys with narrow blades.
Cutting keys by clamping the key by its profile:
b)
Side 3: Key with guide on the lower part.
Side 4: Key with guide on the lower part.
Diagram of the standard model with images of the various clamps (Fig.13).
Fig.13
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