Accu-Cut Q-9 Operator's Manual

Carpet and vinyl cut & roll machine

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
ACCU-CUT Q-9
Carpet and Vinyl Cut & Roll Machine
For Parts or Service contact
Accu-Cut Support 1-800-222-8288
Brockie International Inc. 28114 County Road 561, Tavares, Florida 32778
voice 800.527.7057 w 352.742.0902 fax 352.742.0702
e-mail: info@accu-cut.com w www.accu-cut.com
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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL ACCU-CUT Q-9 Carpet and Vinyl Cut & Roll Machine For Parts or Service contact Accu-Cut Support 1-800-222-8288 Brockie International Inc. 28114 County Road 561, Tavares, Florida 32778 voice 800.527.7057 w 352.742.0902 fax 352.742.0702 e-mail: info@accu-cut.com w www.accu-cut.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..............4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............5 DEFINITIONS ................6 ABOUT THE MACHINE ............7 OPERATING PROCEDURES ..........8 •Procedures for cutting Loading the material ----------------------------------8 Adjusting the shuttle cradle -------------------------8 Adjusting the size of the load cradle --------------8 Unwrapping new &...
  • Page 3 PLC COUNTER FEATURES AND OPTIONS ......16 •Customizing Settings Accessing the master menu ------------------------16 Changing the password ------------------------------16 Changing the timer ------------------------------------17 Eliminating the timer ----------------------------------17 Changing the cutter (blade reminder) ------------17 •Preset Measurements Storing a preset measurement ---------------------18 Selecting a stored preset measurement ---------18 SET UP INSTRUCTIONS ............
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Again, congratulations and thank you for choosing ACCU-CUT to provide you with quality equipment and quality service. The confidence you and hundreds of others have placed in us has helped to make ACCU-CUT the most respected name in floor covering cutting and merchandising equip- ment.
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS In order to avoid personal injury, make sure the operator(s) and/or mainte- nance person(s) of the machine have been oriented with the machine’s op- erating procedures and are aware of all safety precautions. 1. Unplug power cord before making any adjustments or re- pairs.
  • Page 6: Definitions

    DEFINITIONS ACCU-CUT: Trade name of equipment you have purchased. LOAD SIDE CRADLE: Refers to the roller carriage located on the side of the machine where the operator places the full or partial roll of flooring. ROLL UP CRADLE: Refers to the roller cradle located on the opposite side to the Load Side Cra- dle which rolls up the flooring.
  • Page 7: About The Machine

    ABOUT THE MACHINE The ACCUwCUT Q-9 cut and roll machine consists of two sets of steel rollers that are referred to as cra- dles. The side where material is loaded is the load side cradle, while the opposite side is the roll up cradle.
  • Page 8: Operating Procedures

    Adjusting the shuttle cradle The Q-9 is equipped with a shuttle cradle that can be used to properly line up the material on inspection table. The edge of the material should be within a few inches of the bumper at the front of the inspection table.
  • Page 9: Unwrapping New & Tightening Loose Rolls

    Unwrapping new rolls and tightening loose rolls After loading the wrapped roll, cut the plastic the full length of the roll and at each end. Position the load cradle roller directional switch in the reverse position, and then step on the foot cable control while pulling off the plastic wrapping.
  • Page 10: Entering The Cut Length

    Entering the cut length With the material lined up in the center of the cutting track the counter must now be reset to zero by pressing “ Count Clear” button on PLC it can now also be programmed with the desired cut length. To enter your desired cut length: ♦...
  • Page 11: Rolling Up The Material

    Rolling up the material Now that the counter is set to zero (0) advance the leading edge of the material just past the center of the 2nd. big roller on the roll up cradle, (see photo 8A) (if using a paper core, place it on top of the material in the cradle now).
  • Page 12: Cutting The Material

    Sharpening the blade The cutting system on the Q-9 is equipped with a self-sharpening mechanism – it is not necessary to re- move the blade for sharpening. When the blade reaches the front end of the machine a “clutch” engages leaving the blade stationary while rotating against the sharpening mechanism.
  • Page 13: Dumping The Cut Length

    Dumping the cut length The cut length can be dumped on to the floor by opening the roll-up arm fully. To assist the dumping process jog the roll-up cradle forward. Photo 12A Photo 12B Photo 12C Caution: Make sure the area is clear before dumping the cut length. Dumping the material in the load cradle The material in the load cradle can be dumped on to the floor by releasing the dump safety latch ( Pull latch towards you) and at the same time open load cradle fully.
  • Page 14: Procedures For Reverse Rolling

    PROCEDURES FOR REVERSE ROLLING Reverse rolling is an effective manner of merchandising remnants. Several dealers even merchandise full rolls pile side out. An optional top counter and pinch roller may be necessary for reverse rolling full rolls. The procedures for reverse rolling are identical to the procedures for “Measuring roll balances”...
  • Page 15 COUNTER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Ver. 2.02 Congratulations on your purchase from Brockie International / Vidir Machine Inc. This machine is equipped with an advanced 16-bit microprocessor PLC unit to ensure accurate measurement. To com- municate with this PLC we have provided a user-friendly interface. Simply enter your commands into the keypad and watch the machine do the work for you.
  • Page 16: Accessing The Master Menu

    Multi-Cutting This unit is equipped with nine pre-programmable lengths. You now have your first preset selected. To change to another preset press SCROLL PRESET up or down. This will change your preprogrammed length. Press clear to change the pre-programmed length. . To program all 9 presets simply repeat the procedure described in “Setting Preset Length”.
  • Page 17: Changing The Password

    IMPERIAL METRIC Scroll product once: CUT 1 0’ 0” CUT 1 0 CM CARPET 120’ 0” CARPET 1 608 CM Scroll product twice: CUT 1 0’ 0” CUT 1 0 CM CARPET 19’ 10” CARPET 2 603 CM Scroll product thrice: CUT 1 0’...
  • Page 18: Storing A Preset Measurement

    When the unit is left idle for a period of time, the user is locked out. However, that period of time may be varied by the user for up to 999 seconds. If 0 is entered, the password timer and password is disabled. To change timer: 1.
  • Page 19 CAUTION: Do not attempt to adjust the scale factor. For technical support please contact Brockie International at (800) 527-7057 Foot Switch Auto Run This machine is capable of rolling automatically to a stop without having a finger depressed on the jog button (although the user must always pay full attention to the machine).
  • Page 20: Set Up Instructions

    SET UP INSTRUCTIONS MACHINE SETUP When lifting the machine with the forklift, always lift from the load side inserting the forks through loops provided. Attach foot cable to links (5 Links) Attach Eye-Bolts and tighten. Do not overtighten, or machine stays in the on position. Attach air line.
  • Page 21: Preventive Maintenance

    5. Check tension on all cables and chains. Adjust as necessary for proper op- eration. 6. Check calibration of counter. Follow the Test Strip Instruction sheet in this manual to check your calibration. Contact your Accu-cut Service Representa- tive before attempting re-calibration. Monthly: 1.
  • Page 22: Circular Cutter Maintenance

    In following these procedures you will find that your cutter will operate to its fullest capa- bilities and prolong the life of your cutting assembly. If you have any questions concern- ing these procedures contact the Accu-Cut Service Department at 1-800-222-8288.
  • Page 23: Test Strip Instructions

    2. Reset counter to zero. 3. Slowly pull test strip across the measuring wheel. 4. Stop at 2 black line, counter should read 12 feet. 5. Repeat the test 3 or 4 times. 6. If measurement is off contact your Accu-Cut Service Representative.
  • Page 24: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Solution ♦ Machine will not run at all Is the emergency shut off button down? Lift button and try run- ning machine again ♦ Check extension cord connections ♦ PLC lit up, but machine will not Enter password ♦...
  • Page 25 ♦ Roll up arm is not closing evenly Check chain tension front and back. Tighten chains by loosening bolts on bracket . Using bolt on bottom, pull chain tight, retighten bracket bolts. ♦ Add or remove spacer washer on back sprocket. ♦...
  • Page 26: Parts Diagrams

    ORANGE FAR EYE BLUE BLACK ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM ORANGE NEAR EYE BLUE BLACK ORANGE CARPET DETECT BLUE BLACK...

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