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  • Page 1 User Manual Rev 001...
  • Page 2 Notice Summa reserves the right to modify the information, contained in this User Manual, at any time without prior notice. Unauthorized copying, modification, distribution or display is prohibited. All rights reserved. Copyright © Summa NV Registering Your Cutter Please register your cutter on the following link: https://www.summa.com/support/product-registration/...
  • Page 3 The S Class 3 range features Summa’s advanced True Tangential Cutting Technology with a unique motorised knife, allowing the cutters to achieve unparalleled accuracy and precision down to the smallest details.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Setup ......................1-1 1.1.1 General ........................1-1 1.1.2 Symbols used in the manual ................. 1-1 1.1.3 Safety precautions ....................1-2 1.1.4 Electrical shock hazard ..................1-3 1.1.4.1 Grounding (“Earthing”) ................. 1-3 1.1.4.2 Operating voltage ..................1-3 1.1.5 Warning labels on the machine ................1-4 1.1.6 Operating environment ..................
  • Page 5 1.6.3.2 Setting up the second tool ................1-37 1.6.4 Replacement of the separation knife blade ............1-39 Basic operation ................... 2-1 2.1.1 Introduction......................2-1 2.1.2 Basic operation ...................... 2-2 2.1.2.1 Control buttons ....................2-2 2.1.2.2 Current settings ..................... 2-2 2.3.1 Setting the tool type ....................2-4 2.3.2 Changing tool pressure ..................
  • Page 6 Detailed operation ..................4-1 4.2.1 Tool* pressure ....................... 4-1 4.2.2 Tool* calibration ....................4-1 4.2.3 FlexCut ........................4-2 4.2.4 Tool ........................4-2 4.2.5 Submenus ......................4-2 4.3.1 Confidence test ..................... 4-3 4.3.2 Open File (USB stick) .................... 4-3 4.3.3 Load media ......................4-4 4.3.4 Load wider ......................
  • Page 7 Specifications ..................... 6-1 6.1.1 Models ........................6-1 6.1.2 Feature List ......................6-1 6.1.2.1 Hardware ....................... 6-1 6.1.2.2 Interface ......................6-2 6.1.2.3 Functionality ....................6-2 6.1.2.4 Software ......................6-2 6.1.3 Accessories ......................6-3 6.2.1 Machine dimensions ....................6-5 6.2.2 Shipping dimensions ..................... 6-5 6.2.3 Media handling ......................
  • Page 8 List of Figures 1-1 Example of Properly grounded plug-socket combination ..........1-3 1-2 S Class 3 cutter front view ....................1-6 1-3 S Class 3 cutter rear view....................1-7 1-4 S Class 3 toolhead for drag knife ..................1-9 1-5 S Class 3 toolhead for tangential knife ................1-9 1-6 S Class 3 toolhead for tangential knife ................
  • Page 9 2-13 Flexcut principle ......................2-15 2-14 Knife depth setting normal cutting ................2-18 2-15 Knife depth setting cutting through ................2-18 2-16 Knife depth setting normal cutting ................2-19 2-17 Knife depth setting cutting through ................2-19 3-1 Margins printing on a roll ....................3-2 3-2 Margins printing on a sheet ....................

  • Page 10: Setup

    SETUP 1.1 Safety 1.1.1 General The purpose of the user’s manual is not only to explain the operating procedures of this machine, but it also provides the owner, users, and operators with precaution procedures for safe and proper machine operation for its intended purpose. All information in this manual must be read and understood before any attempt is made to operate the machine.

  • Page 11: Safety Precautions

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.1.3 Safety precautions WARNING: This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present. WARNING: The S Class 3 cutters use razor-sharp knives. Touching the knife with bare hands may cause injury. Do not touch the knives while the machine is cutting.

  • Page 12: Electrical Shock Hazard

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.1.4 Electrical shock hazard 1.1.4.1 Grounding (“Earthing”) WARNING: The wall sockets, into which the cutter is plugged-in, must be of the grounded type. The grounded conductors, serving the wall socket, must be properly connected to the ground. For emergency access, the cutter should be installed near the socket-outlet for easy access.

  • Page 13: Warning Labels On The Machine

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.1.5 Warning labels on the machine Warning label regarding the fuse. For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with fuse of the same type and having the same electrical rating: T2AH 250V. Double pole/neutral fusing. This label is located near the power inlet, on the rear.

  • Page 14: Operating Environment

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.1.6 Operating environment Environmental conditions can significantly affect the machine’s performance. The environmental conditions of the machine (without media) are as follows: Operating Temperature 15 to 35 C 59 to 95 F Storage temperature -30 to 70 C -22 to 158...

  • Page 15: The Cutter As Viewed From The Front

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.2 S Class 3 Cutter Components 1.2.1 The Cutter as viewed from the front FIG 1-2 S CLASS 3 CUTTER FRONT VIEW 1. Pinch rollers: The pinch rollers clamp the media to the grit rollers to ensure accurate tracking. Larger models have one or two pinch rollers in the middle to ensure that wide media stays flat in the middle.

  • Page 16: The Cutter As Viewed From The Back

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.2.2 The Cutter as viewed from the back FIG 1-3 S CLASS 3 CUTTER REAR VIEW 1. AC power cord receptacle: It is located at the left-hand side of the power entry module. The power-up procedure is explained in detail in section 1.3. Always use the power cord that is delivered with your cutter.
  • Page 17 S Class 3 User’s Manual 9. Pinch rollers: The pinch rollers clamp the media to the grit rollers to ensure accurate tracking. Larger models have one or two pinch rollers in the middle to ensure that wide media stays flat in the middle.

  • Page 18: Models (Head Types)

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.2.3 Models (head types) There are 3 different models available within the range of the S series. They can be identified by the type of tool head. 1.2.3.1 D models The D models are equipped with a head for drag knives. The drag knife can be replaced by a pen. FIG 1-4 1-4 S CLASS 3 TOOLHEAD FOR DRAG KNIFE 1.2.3.2 T models...

  • Page 19: Tc Models

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.2.3.1 TC models The TC models are equipped with the dual (performance) head. At first glance, the dual head looks a lot like the standard tangential head for the T models. However, the performance head has two distinct features.

  • Page 20: Media Is Loaded And The Cutter Is Ready

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.3 Powering on the cutter WARNING: Make sure the power switch is turned off (“O”) before connecting the power cord. WARNING: Do not use the power cord if it is visibly damaged. Disconnect the power cord by pulling the plug, not the cable. WARNING: Keep fingers and other body parts away from the cutting area.

  • Page 21: Usb Connection

    UAC is deactivated or set it to its lowest level. 1. Power off the cutter. 2. Go to www.summa.com/en/support/software-firmware and download and install the USB device driver for the S Class 3 cutter. 3. Wait for the driver to install.

  • Page 22: Connecting The S Class 3 Cutter To A Mac, Using A Usb Cable

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.4.1.2 Connecting the S Class 3 cutter to a Mac, using a USB cable Mac OSX ➢ Most recent cutting software do not need a driver installation when a computer is connected to the cutter. The software that controls the driver is built into the cutting software. 1.4.2 Wired Ethernet connection ATTENTION: The Ethernet cable should be a shielded CAT6 Ethernet cable.
  • Page 23 S Class 3 User’s Manual Ethernet Ipv4 address Ipv4 address 9. Set the address correctly. 11. Tap Subnet mask. 10. Tap to confirm. Ethernet Subnet mask Subnet mask 12. Set the address correctly. 13. Tap to confirm. 14. Tap to leave. 15.

  • Page 24: Use Dhcp Server

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.4.2.2 Use DHCP server 1. Connect the Ethernet cable and power on the cutter (see section 1.3). 2. Tap Menu Configuration Ethernet 3. Scroll down with the arrow 4. Tap Ethernet. 5. Tap DHCP. and tap Configuration. Ethernet DHCP DHCP...

  • Page 25: Wi-Fi (Optional - Region Dependent)

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.4.3 Wi-Fi (optional – region dependent) NOTE: The Wi-Fi option is not activated by default. It needs to be activated with a code that also activates the barcode option. Check section 1.7. Connecting the S Class 3 cutters to Wi-Fi is not possible in every region. If you live in a region where Wi-Fi is not an option, the message “Wi-Fi not available in your region”...

  • Page 26: Fixed Ip Address Setting

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.4.3.2 Fixed IP address setting Ask the network administrator for the address and the subnet mask if a static address is used. NOTE: We recommend using a static IP address. 1. Power on the cutter (see section 1.3). 2.
  • Page 27 S Class 3 User’s Manual Wi-Fi DHCP Ipv4 address 13. Tap IPv4 address. 14. Set the address correctly. 12. Tap to confirm. Ipv4 address Subnet mask 16. Tap Subnet mask. 17. Set the value correctly. 15. Confirm by tapping Wi-Fi Subnet mask 18.

  • Page 28: Pinch Roller Positioning

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.5 Loading Media The following procedures mainly apply to the use of roll media. If you are using sheets, there are two options: 1. For long sheets: roll up the sheet, so that the alignment is identical to that of a roll. 2.

  • Page 29: How To Set The Pressure Of The Outer Pinch Rollers

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.5.2 How to Set the Pressure of the Outer Pinch Rollers The pressure of the S Class 3 cutters pinch rollers can be standard or low. The pressure should only be changed when the pinch rollers are lowered. When reduced pressure is needed, it is advised to set Autoload to Ask.

  • Page 30: How To Activate Or Deactivate The Middle Pinch Roller(S)

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.5.3 How to Activate or Deactivate the Middle Pinch Roller(s) When the middle pressure rollers are enabled (see figure below), they are raised or lowered together with the two outer pressure rollers when the lever arm is operated. When disabled, they remain raised. FIG 1-11 1-11 ACTIVATE PINCH ROLLERS...

  • Page 31: Loading Media

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.5.4 Loading media 1. Raise the pinch rollers by lowering the pinch roller lever arm, located at the right-hand side of the cutter, next to the touch panel. FIG 1-12 1-12 PINCH ROLLER LEVER  2.

  • Page 32: Feeding Roll Media Without Using The Core Holders

    S Class 3 User’s Manual ATTENTION: If the flanges are not used (not recommended as this does not ensure that the material will be fed through accurately), make sure the roller is between the two flange guides. FIG 1-15 1-15 FEEDING ROLL MEDIA WITHOUT USING THE CORE HOLDERS 5.

  • Page 33: Media Position

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 8. From the front of the cutter, gently pull on the material while holding the flange so that the material is tight. FIG 1-17 1-17 MEDIA POSITION When the above procedure does not work, e.g., because the media is too narrow to reach the long grit roller, try positioning the left media edge over the second left grit roller and positioning the right media edge somewhere over the long grit roller.

  • Page 34: Pinch Roller Lever

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 10. Raise the pinch roller lever to press the media firmly against the grit rollers. After one second the tool carriage automatically moves from the right to the left to sense the usable media width. FIG 1-18 1-18 PINCH ROLLER LEVER...
  • Page 35 S Class 3 User’s Manual ➢ Changing origin. 1. Power on the cutter and load the media (see section 1.5). Configuration 1 Knife pressure Set origin Set origin LAN 192.168.10.2 3. Use the arrows to change 2. Tap 4. Tap to confirm the new the origin.

  • Page 36: Cutters With Drag Head

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.6 Tool Installation WARNING: The S Class 3 cutters use razor-sharp knives. To avoid serious injury, be careful when installing, removing, or handling the knife! 1.6.1 Cutters with drag head 1.6.1.1 Drag Knife installation A knife is pre-installed in the cutter. For safety reasons, the knife depth has been set to zero. Turn out the knife before cutting.

  • Page 37: Knife Length Adjustment

    S Class 3 User’s Manual ➢ Installing the drag knife  1. Remove the aluminium piece from the plastic knife holder by turning the knurled adjustment  knob counterclockwise until the aluminium piece comes out of the holder. 2. Insert the conical, non-cutting end of the knife into the opening in the narrow end of the holder. Gently push the knife in.
  • Page 38 S Class 3 User’s Manual Setting knife depth and pressure (The media must be loaded in the cutter before the knife pressure can be tested). WARNING: Each keystroke can initiate an internal test or movement of the head or media. Keep fingers and other body parts away from the cutting area. There are hazardous moving parts present.

  • Page 39: Peeled Knife Pressure Test Pattern

    S Class 3 User’s Manual Peel out the rectangle and inspect the media backing. FIG 1-24 1-24 PEELED KNIFE PRESSURE TEST PATTERN The knife depth is set correctly when the test pattern is cut completely through the vinyl, the vinyl is removed, and the blade tip visibly scratched the front side of the media backing.

  • Page 40: Pen Installation

    1. Loosen the head clamp screw and remove the tool from the clamp. 2. Install the pen in the clamp and tighten the clamp screw. 3. You can change the tool on the touch panel, in Summa Cutter Control (PC only) or in the cutting software.

  • Page 41: Cutters With Tangential Head

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.6.2 Cutters with tangential head 1.6.2.1 Tangential knife installation A knife is pre-installed in your cutter. For safety reasons, the knife depth has been set to zero. Turn out the knife before cutting. The complete description of how to remove or install a knife can be found below.

  • Page 42: Blade Assembly

    S Class 3 User’s Manual ➢ Installing the tangential knife and setting the knife depth 3. Insert the standard knife blade into the knife holder. Make sure the knife blade is firmly fixed in the holder. The knife is inserted correctly if it cannot be manually removed from the knife holder. The installation tool can be used to apply enough pressure on the knife in order to secure it.

  • Page 43: Knife Pressure Test Pattern

    S Class 3 User’s Manual ➢ Setting the pressure and checking the knife depth (the media must be loaded in the cutter before the knife pressure can be tested) WARNING: Each keystroke can initiate an internal test or movement of the head or media.
  • Page 44 S Class 3 User’s Manual The knife depth is set correctly when the test pattern is cut completely through the vinyl, the vinyl is removed, and the blade tip visibly scratched the front side of the media backing. The blade should never cut through the backing;...

  • Page 45: Pen Installation

    3. Turn the ballpoint pen clockwise all the way down. 4. The change of tool can either be done on the touch screen with Summa Cutter Control or with the cutting software. Selecting the pen operation changes the pressure to pen pressure.

  • Page 46: Cutters With Performance Head

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.6.3 Cutters with performance head The installation of the tangential knife, drag knife, and pen as tools in the rear tool shaft is the same as described in section 1.6.2. The second tool (creasing tool or extra pen) can be installed in the front tool shaft. The procedure for installation and setup is described in the following sections.
  • Page 47 S Class 3 User’s Manual To set up a second tool in the front shaft do following: 1. Power on the cutter and load the media. The display will show the tool (along with its corresponding tool shaft) that was last displayed before the cutter was powered off. The cutter will not identify the tool in the other tool shaft.

  • Page 48: Replacement Of The Separation Knife Blade

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1.6.4 Replacement of the separation knife blade If the separation knife (razor blade) is installed, you can automatically cut off the job after it is finished. ATTENTION: This separation knife should only be used with standard vinyl (max. 0.25 mm thick).
  • Page 49 The barcode function and Wi-Fi option are both options that need to be activated by registration before they can be used. Registration is done via our website (www.summa.com/support/product- registration) using the cutter’s serial number, found on the label at the back of the cutter and in the system setup menu.
  • Page 50 S Class 3 User’s Manual Step two: activation of Wi-Fi (if available in your region) and/or the barcode feature 1. Go to the webpage and register your cutter. The webpage will show a 6-digit activation code which will also be sent to you via email, along with the cutter’s serial number. Save this email for future reference.

  • Page 51: Basic Operation

    There is also a screen saving feature. After a certain amount of time, the screen goes blank and the Summa logo appears. If applicable, tips or advice will be shown instead of the Summa logo (e.g. when the pinch rollers are down while the cutter is not cutting).

  • Page 52: Basic Operation

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 2.1.2 Basic operation 2.1.2.1 Control buttons : Gives access to the main menu. Tapping this button will cause the cutter to go offline and suspend all operations in progress. The main menu contains all parameter settings, submenus and access to tests and calibration routines.

  • Page 53: Blue Parts

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 2.2 Ease of use All the blue parts (pinch roller blocks, pinch roller lever, knife adjustment screw) can be moved or adjusted. FIG 2-3 2-3 BLUE PARTS The S Class 3 3 has status light bar integrated in the top cover: The cutter is in idle mode, waiting for user input or ready to start a job (in case the start screen is displayed).

  • Page 54: Setting The Tool Type

    (see section 2.5). ATTENTION: The S Class 3 cutters will only perform according to the specifications if a genuine Summa tool is installed. Do not replace with tools from other manufacturers. WARNING: Each keystroke can initiate an internal test or movement of the head or media.

  • Page 55: Changing Tool Pressure

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 2.3.2 Changing tool pressure 1. Power on the cutter and load the media (see section 1.5). Configuration 1 Knife pressure Knife pressure LAN 192.168.10.2 3. Use the arrow keys to 4. …or use the numbers to 2.

  • Page 56: Changing The Drag Knife Offset

    NOTE: The knife offset should be set each time the knife is changed and should be checked when the knife shows signs of wear. NOTE: A typical knife offset for Summa knives is between 0.41 and 0.45 for standard knives, between 0.90 and 0.97 for sandblast knives and between 0.49 and 0.52 for the 60°...

  • Page 57: Calibrating A Tangential Knife

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 2.3.4 Calibrating a tangential knife The purpose of the knife calibration routine is to detect and, if necessary, correct problems related to the concentricity of the tangential knife blade. NOTE: The knife must be calibrated every time it is replaced, and the calibration must be checked again when the blade shows signs of wear.

  • Page 58: Correct Tangential Knife Calibration Test

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 1. Tap to perform the tangential knife calibration test, each time a parameter was changed. 2. Tap to confirm the chosen value. 3. Tap to leave the value unchanged. Once is tapped, the current value is automatically set to the new value and the cutter will cut the test pattern.

  • Page 59: Making Corrections

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 2.3.4.2 Making corrections Knife calibration errors may be caused by: • Origin deviation (1) The knife tip is slightly rotated in relation to its theoretical 0 angle. This error can be corrected by adjusting the origin. •...
  • Page 60 S Class 3 User’s Manual Origin correction If the clear cut line in test pattern 3 is located too much to the right, increase the value of the origin. It sometimes helps to gently feel the pattern to find out which side has the clear cut line. If the clear cut line in test pattern 3 is located too much to the left, decrease the value of the origin.
  • Page 61 The actual speed at which the tool moves is determined by 4 different parameters: speed (1) and acceleration (2) while the tool is down, and speed (3) and acceleration (4) while the tool is up. These parameters can be set individually via Summa Cutter Control, but we recommend working with the Velocity parameter to make changing the cutting speed as easy and efficient as possible.
  • Page 62 1. Power on the cutter and load the media (see section 1.5). Configuration 1 User User LAN 192.168.10.2 2. Tap the current user. 3. Tap the new user to 4. Tap to confirm. select it. NOTE: The name of the configuration can be changed in Summa Cutter Control. Basic operation 2-12...
  • Page 63 S Class 3 User’s Manual 2.6 How to Make Sure the Sign Has the Correct Size (Length Calibration) The S Class 3 cutters are friction-feed machines, so the cutting length depends on the thickness of the material. The cutters have been calibrated in the factory for standard 2-mil cast or 3-mil calendared vinyl. Each user (the S Class 3 has a total of 8) can hold a different calibration factor.

  • Page 64: Length Calibration Pattern

    S Class 3 User’s Manual The cutter will reload the media and perform the length calibration test. Take out the media and measure the length of the cut line using a ruler (measuring device). Enter the distance between line 1 and line 2 as shown in the figure below. FIG 2-12 2-12 LENGTH CALIBRATION PATTERN...

  • Page 65: Procedure

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 2.7 FlexCut for cutting through 2.7.1 Procedure The FlexCut (cutting through) functionality focusses on cutting simple shapes (e.g. rectangles). It is mostly used in combination with contour cutting. An interrupted cutting line makes sure that the material remains together thanks to the small media bridges.
  • Page 66 S Class 3 User’s Manual Full pressure Full pressure Use the arrow keys or the numbers to change the value. Full pressure length Full pressure length Use the arrow keys or the numbers to change the value. Flex pressure Flex pressure Use the arrow keys or the numbers to change the value.
  • Page 67 S Class 3 User’s Manual 7. After having set the parameters scroll to the bottom of the FlexCut parameters to set panel size. FlexCut FlexCut panel size FlexCut panel size 8. Tap FlexCut panel size. 9. Use the arrow keys or the 10.

  • Page 68: Practical Tips

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 2.7.2 Practical tips 2.7.2.1 Physical knife depth tangential knife Although very similar, there are two types of knife depth settings: one for normal cutting and one for when FlexCut is used. What they have in common is that the knife is never turned out far. Knife Pressure Film Liner...

  • Page 69: Physical Knife Depth Drag Knife

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 2.7.2.2 Physical knife depth drag knife Although very similar, there are two types of knife depth settings: one for normal cutting and one for when FlexCut is used. What they have in common is that the knife is never turned out far. Film Liner FIG 2-16...

  • Page 70: Values Of The Flexcut Parameters

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 2.7.2.3 Values of the FlexCut parameters Determining the values of the FlexCut parameters is done in two main steps. The first step is determining the ‘fixed’ pressure values. The second step is determining the length parameters empirically.

  • Page 71: Material Without Backing

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 2.7.2.4 Material without backing Although FlexCut was designed for use with standard vinyl (typical two-layered material), it can also be used with single-layered material. In this case the settings of the parameters are more difficult and require more trial-and-error tests than calibrating FlexCut for normal vinyl.

  • Page 72: Opos

    OPOS 3.1 Introduction The S Class 3’s highly accurate Optical Positioning System (OPOS) allows for contour cutting. The OPOS sensor, which is mounted on the right-hand side of the tool carriage, registers squares (marks) printed around the graphic. Because of this registration process, OPOS can determine the exact position of the printed graphic.

  • Page 73: Printing The Graphic

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 3.2.1 Printing the graphic Print the graphic and its marks with a printer. Make sure there is a 2 cm (0.8 in) margin at the sides and the front, and at least a 4 cm (1.6 in) margin at the end of a roll or sheet. For shorter jobs the edge margins can be smaller, but they must be at least 1 cm (0.4 in).

  • Page 74: Different Opos Alignment Methods

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 3.2.2 Different OPOS alignment methods This parameter, although it is an internal parameter, needs to be set in the Print & Cut software. The following options are usually available: OPOS X: OPOS XY: A row of marks is printed at the left and right An extra line at the bottom of the job is ...

  • Page 75: Processing Long Jobs

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 3.2.3 Processing long jobs The OPOS sensor normally registers all the marks before cutting starts. However, in long jobs that can lead to extensive back-and-forth shifting of the media, which could lead to poor tracking. To avoid this, the parameter Panelling can be set in the cutter, dividing the job into panels.
  • Page 76 S Class 3 User’s Manual 3.3 Automating OPOS tasks OPOS allows you to automate certain jobs, by placing the tool above the first registration marks only once: when starting the job. This reduces user intervention and production time significantly. There are different types of automation. Multiple copies of the same job When cutting multiple graphics, you only need to place the OPOS sensor above the origin mark of the first graphic.

  • Page 77: Cutting Multiple Copies Of A Graphic On The Same Roll

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 3.3.1 Cutting multiple copies of a graphic on the same roll If the same graphic design has been printed on a roll with equal distance between these graphics, this feature can be used. NOTE: The distance between the multiple copies should be at least 30 mm. 1.
  • Page 78 S Class 3 User’s Manual Menu Actions Configuration 1 LAN 192.168.10.2 10. Tap Actions. 11. Scroll down with the 9. Tap arrow and tap Recut. Recut Recut Recut 12. Use the arrows to change 13. …or use the numbers to 14.

  • Page 79: Cutting The Same Graphic On Multiple Media Sheets

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 3.3.2 Cutting the same graphic on multiple media sheets If the same graphic design needs to be printed on multiple sheets, this feature can be used. NOTE: The sheets should be of approximately the same size and the graphics on them should be oriented and positioned in the same way.

  • Page 80: Positioning The Media For Multiple Sheets

    S Class 3 User’s Manual NOTE: Use easy reference points for quick positioning of the sheet. In the figure below, an edge of the base plate and the side of the pinch roller assembly are used to align the sheets. FIG 3-4 POSITIONING THE MEDIA FOR MULTIPLE SHEETS OPOS...

  • Page 81: Opos Barcode

    Depending on the program (barcode server), the procedure will either have to be started from the cutter’s touchscreen or from within the program (Summa’s barcode server contains both options). Please refer to the user manual of the respective program to start the barcode procedure from within the program.

  • Page 82: Initiating The Barcode Procedure

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 3.3.3.2 Initiating the barcode procedure 1. Power on the cutter and load the media (see section 1.5). Configuration 1 LAN 192.168.10.2 Position tool Position tool under the under the barcode. barcode. 3. Use arrows 4. Tap to confirm.

  • Page 83: Opos Offset Calibration

    The media calibration “teaches” the cutter the reflection levels of the mark colour and the media colour. NOTE: Although the OPOS sensor is factory calibrated, Summa recommends performing a test to determine how well the factory-set parameters work with the materials you are using.

  • Page 84: Calibrate Media (Opos)

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 3.4.2 Calibrate media (OPOS) Media calibration ensures that the OPOS sensor can recognize the marks. The OPOS sensor is factory calibrated to work with a wide range of materials. However, certain materials, such as those with a high gloss, may not work with the default settings. Before working with such materials, perform a media calibration test.
  • Page 85 S Class 3 User’s Manual Calibrate media (OPOS) The small circle in the upper left corner shows what the Position OPOS sensor level: 52 OPOS sensor actually sees OPOS sensor above printed (white media in this case). media. 8. Use the arrows to position 9.

  • Page 86: Standard Print And Cut Jobs

    OPOS sensor, but with significantly faster reading of the registration marks. 3.5.2 Extra features OPOS camera If the camera is used in conjunction with special Summa software (such as Summa GoSign with the Pro Pack installed), additional options become available: 1. Randomly Shaped Marks 2.

  • Page 87: Main Menu

    DETAILED OPERATION 4.1 Introduction This chapter includes a detailed list of all parameters that can be changed and tests that can be initiated from the touchscreen. This chapter can be used as a reference for locating a particular parameter setting or test, and it also explains the less frequently used parameters. to access the main menu.
  • Page 88 S Class 3 User’s Manual 4.2.3 FlexCut The advantage of the FlexCut feature is that it cuts completely through the media. In addition, it ensures that the material stays together by means of small media bridges. There are 6 typical FlexCut parameters: Full pressure: This parameter determines the full pressure that is used in FlexCut mode.

  • Page 89: Action Menu

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 4.3 Actions Actions FIG 4-2 ACTION MENU 4.3.1 Confidence test This submenu allows you to perform a quick electrical and mechanical test of the cutter to ensure that the cutter is fully operational. A media sheet of at least A3/B size must be used for this test.
  • Page 90 S Class 3 User’s Manual 4.3.3 Load media You can make use of this submenu when loading sheet material. The maximum loading length can be set. 4.3.4 Load wider This action is explained in section 1.5.4. 4.3.5 Cut off This functionality cuts off the currently loaded material. 4.3.6 Cut off sheets Use this function to cut off a defined number of sheets from a roll with a fixed length.

  • Page 91: Settings Menu

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 4.4 Settings Settings FIG 4-3 SETTINGS MENU 4.4.1 Velocity Velocity is the bundled parameter to change the speed of the tool/media. This parameter is explained in section 2.4. 4.4.2 Overcut This submenu allows generating an overcut to make weeding easier. Each time the knife moves up or down, the cutter first cuts a bit further.
  • Page 92 S Class 3 User’s Manual 4.4.5 TurboCut This submenu allows increasing throughput speed without increasing the overall speed of the plotter by speeding up the drag motion. Cutting time is significantly reduced, especially when cutting small, detailed designs. However, some thicker materials might not be cut properly when this feature is activated.

  • Page 93: Calibrations Menu

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 4.5 Calibrations Calibrations FIG 4-5 CALIBRATIONS MENU 4.5.1 Calibrate media (OPOS) This calibration is used for particular combinations of registration mark colour and media colour. The procedure is explained in section 3.4.2. 4.5.2 Calibrate OPOS offset This calibration determines the distance between the centre of the OPOS sensor and the knife tip.
  • Page 94 S Class 3 User’s Manual In the menu, you can choose to calibrate the sensor for a specific type of media or to make this the default setting. The procedure below describes how to calibrate. If in step 6 of the procedure Reset to default is chosen, the procedure ends there and the settings for that user for that sensor are reset to default.

  • Page 95: Load Media For Sensor Test

    S Class 3 User’s Manual When the test starts, the cutter moves the media back and forth to cover and expose the media sensor. FIG 4-7 LOAD MEDIA FOR SENSOR TEST Back media sensor Back media sensor The sensor is exposed. The sensor is covered.

  • Page 96: Configuration Menu

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 4.6 Configuration Configuration FIG 4-8 CONFIGURATION MENU 4.6.1 Ethernet When connecting a cutter to Ethernet, several parameters need to be set in this menu. This is explained in section 1.4.2. 4.6.2 Wi-Fi Wi-Fi setup is explained in section 1.4.3. 4.6.3 USB Port There are four USB ports: USB port 1, USB port 2, USB port 3, USB port 4.
  • Page 97 S Class 3 User’s Manual 4.6.6 Factory defaults This submenu allows setting all user parameters to the factory settings. 4.6.7 Autoload This submenu allows changing the unrolling procedure for vinyl. When this function is activated, the cutter will unroll the vinyl automatically when required. If this function is deactivated, you need to manually unroll enough media before you start cutting.

  • Page 98: Cleaning Sleeves

    MAINTENANCE The S Class 3 cutter series has several sliding surfaces made of smooth metals and plastics. They are virtually frictionless and require no lubrication. They do, however, collect dust and lint which can affect the cutter’s performance. Keep the cutter as clean as possible by using a dust cover.

  • Page 99: Media Sensors S Three Cutters

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 5.1.2 Cleaning the media sensors Over time, the media sensors may become dirty with accumulated residue from the media. This may cause the cutter to malfunction. Clean the media sensors by swiping them with cotton swabs. FIG 5-2 MEDIA SENSORS S THREE CUTTERS Maintenance...

  • Page 100: Removing The Tangential Knife Holder

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 5.1.3 Cleaning the nosepiece (tangential machine only) The nosepiece may accumulate residue from the vinyl that will result in poor cut quality. The nosepiece needs to be cleaned if the cut line is interrupted every 12 mm (0.5”). Cleaning the nosepiece: 1.

  • Page 101: Sliding Surfaces On Y Guiding Rail

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 5.1.4 Cleaning the Y guiding rail The tool carriage uses four sliding surfaces on the Y guiding rail: two sliding surfaces at the front of the guiding rail  and two sliding surfaces at the rear of the guiding rail ...

  • Page 102: Power Entry Module

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 5.1.5 Changing the fuse WARNING: Before changing the fuses, make sure that the cutter is completely disconnected from its power source. WARNING: For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with fuse of the same type and having the same electrical rating: T2AH 250V. 1.
  • Page 103 SPECIFICATIONS 6.1 Introduction The S Class 3™ range of cutters has been designed to produce computer-generated graphic designs on cut sheet or roll vinyl media. Using the integrated optical positioning system (OPOS X) allows contour cutting of printed sheets of material. By replacing the knife with a pen, these cutters can also be used to produce inexpensive previews of new graphic designs on paper.
  • Page 104 Sorting facilities to shorten the output time o Material Database o Vector clean-up • MacSign o Plugin for Illustrator, for direct cutting to Summa roll cutter o MacOS X (10.2 or higher) o Connection by USB or TCP/IP o OPOS support o Registration required.

  • Page 105: Core Holders

    S Class 3 User’s Manual 6.1.3 Accessories The following accessories are included in your S Class 3 cutter: Part description Part number Included Power cable (Regional differences, contact local dealer for exact part number) USB cable 399-111 Razor blade 391-146 2 blades Core holders 1NC40-67034...
  • Page 106 S Class 3 User’s Manual Part description Part number Included Tangential knife holder 395-322 Standard tangential knife (36°) 390-534 Sandblast 390-550 tangential knife (60°) Insertion tool for tangential knife 390-553 Nose piece for standard knife 395-348 Nose piece for Sandblast knife 395-347 Ballpoint pen holder 395-324...
  • Page 107 S Class 3 User’s Manual 6.2 Technical Specifications 6.2.1 Machine dimensions S3 75 S3 120 S3 140 S3 160 inch inch inch inch Height 1110 43.7 1110 43.7 1110 43.7 1110 43.7 Width 1410 55.5 1870 73.6 2021 79.6 2250 88.6 Depth 27.2...
  • Page 108 S Class 3 User’s Manual 6.2.3 Media handling S3 75 S3 120 S3 140 S3 160 inch inch inch inch Media Width Minimum Maximum 33.0 1300 51.1 1450 57.0 1680 66.1 Pinch rollers Maximum 29.2 1200 47.2 1350 53.1 1580 62.2 cutting width Oversized...
  • Page 109 S Class 3 User’s Manual 6.2.4 Performance Cutting specifications on 0.05 mm (0.002”) wax-based vinyl, total media thickness not greater than 0.25 mm (0.010”). Axial speed 50 to 1000 mm/s 2 to 40 ips Maximum speed Up to 1440 mm/s Up to 56 ips Default speed 800 mm/s...
  • Page 110 S Class 3 User’s Manual 6.3.1 Interface Communication I/O Port connector USB series “B” receptacle (female plug) Mating connector USB series “B” plug (male plug) Version Ethernet I/O Port connector RJ45 female connector WIFI 802.11 b/g/n FAT32, max 16GB and max 100 files per folder. Only cut files (DMPL and HPGL files with USB Flash Drives USB A receptacle...
  • Page 111 S Class 3 User’s Manual 6.3.4 Electrical Voltage Frequency Fuse 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz T2AH 250V Table 6-11 S CLASS 3 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Power consumption in typical applications: 85W maximum. 6.3.5 Certifications Fulfils the requirements of: IEC 62368-1:2018, ANSI/UL Standard 62368-1:2019 and CAN/CSA Standard C22.2 No 62368-1:2019. Complies with: FCC Class A CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A)

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