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B-8470 GISTEL Belgium Website www.summa.com Revision history Version Reason for modification Publication date Author First release February 2025 Overall (structural and language) April 2025 revision This manual is a guide for operating the Sheet Feed 75 for the F series.
Table of Contents Machine Components ..................... 1-1 Safety and Ideal Operating Environment ............... 1-1 Safety ........................1-1 1.1.1 Symbols Used in This Manual ................1-1 1.1.1.1 Safety Precaution ....................1-1 1.1.1.2 General ........................1-2 1.1.1.3 Safe Working Practices ..................1-3 1.1.1.4 Danger Areas ......................
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual MACHINE COMPONENTS Safety and Ideal Operating Environment 1.1.1 Safety 1.1.1.1 Symbols Used in This Manual Warning with dark (red) symbol: Refers to immediate threat that can cause serious injuries and effects on health and safety.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 1.1.1.3 General WARNING: Read this manual carefully before starting the machine, which is designed and built to offer maximum safety together with the best performance. Only properly instructed persons may use the machine. Whoever uses, adjusts, maintains, repairs, is in fact obliged to understand and apply all the prescribed instructions with particular regard to safety regulations.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 1.1.1.4 Safe Working Practices The following practices should be followed for safe working: • It is absolutely forbidden to operate the machine in automatic mode with the fixed and/or movable guards removed. • It is absolutely forbidden to disable the safety features installed on the machine.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 1.1.1.5 Danger Areas The Sheet Feed 75 has moving parts that can present a risk of injury if not operated with caution. This section identifies the key danger areas. FIG 1-1: DANGER AREA The areas marked with in the figure above indicate the primary moving parts.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 1.1.1.6 Safety Symbols on the Machine Safety labels are strategically placed on the machine to highlight potential hazards. It is crucial to understand the meaning of these symbols to ensure safe operation and prevent accidents.
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Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual Do not lubricate or service during operation No maintenance before switching off the device Ear protection must be worn Protective safety boots must be worn Eye protection must be worn Helmet must be worn Protective gloves must be worn Refer to instructions in manual There are no user-serviceable parts inside the machine.
1.1.1.7 Safety Features The Sheet Feed 75 is equipped with multiple safety features to minimize risks during operation. The entire line is protected by its structure, doors, and perimeter light barriers (except for product entry and exit areas), preventing access to hazardous areas during processing.
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Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 1.1.1.7.3 Verification of the Security Systems WARNING: Before operating the machine, familiarize yourself with the location of the emergency button (section 1.2, item 4 in fig 1-2) and the loading door with the alarm (section 1.2, item 7 in fig 1-2).
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 1.1.1.8 Personal Protective Equipment During operating or servicing, the operator must wear close-fitting clothing and appropriate protective equipment. Appropriate protective equipment may include: • Work clothes (safety shoes and gloves). • Goggles. • Ear protection.
User’s Manual Feeder Components The automatic loader system for sheets of paper and cardboard consists of a lifting mechanism that collects products from a buffer and positions sheets near the Summa F series cutting system. Key features include: • Maximum sheet size: 750x1050 mm •...
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual BASIC OPERATION Machine Preparation and Safety Perform the following checks before loading media into the feeder: Ensure the feeder is not operating. Push the stop button if necessary. Check that the compressed air is switched on (located next to the compressed air regulator).
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual Material Loading The loading process for media varies depending on the thickness and rigidity of the sheet material. The following sections provide detailed information on how to load different types of media. 2.2.1 Material Loading Open the rear door of the feeder.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 2.2.2 Sheet Separation Features When working with thin sheet materials, multiple sheets may adhere to one another during the picking process. To address this issue, several features have been implemented to assist in separating sheets that cling together.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 2.2.2.3.2 Activating the Fingers Open the front guard. Loosen the thumbscrews of the plate ( ) about one turn counterclockwise to loosen the plate. Position the plate in its most forward position. Tighten the thumbscrews of the plate to fix it.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 2.2.2.4 Guides with Brushes On the front of the loading area, magnetic guides with brushes ( ) are located. These guides can be used as reference rulers when positioning sheets for processing. Place the guides on both the left and right side.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual Control Panel AUTOMATIC CONTROL MANUAL MODE P RE S S 1 S E C TO S TA RT OF F PICK ROTAT ION L IF T UNL OCK OF F BLOW AT PICK AUTO MODE...
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 2.3.1.1 Automatic Mode The machine starts up in automatic mode. 17:50:16 EMERGENCY ACTIVATED 0 MANUAL CONTROL MANUAL CONTROL Emergency to be restored MANUAL MODE PRESS 1 SEC TO START PRESS 1 SEC TO START ...
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 2.3.1.2 Manual Mode Manual mode allows the operator to activate/deactivate and test system functionalities. MANUAL CONTROL Login MANUAL MODE LIFT UNLO CK P RESS 1 SEC TO START HO M E ...
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 2.3.1.3 Alarm Page ALARM RESET AUTO MODE MANUAL MODE SERVICE MODE FIG 2-12: ALARM PAGE The alarm page displays a list of current alarms, including the date and time of their occurrence. Message Description Demanded Action...
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 2.3.1.4 System Check and Last Report Both in automatic mode and manual mode, you can use the SYS CHECK LAST REPORT buttons to perform a system check and retrieve the report of the last system check, respectively.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual Start-up 2.4.1 Checks Before Starting Up the Feeder The following must be checked before each start-up of the machine: • All safety systems • Guards • Signs WARNING: It is forbidden to use the machine if the machine's fixed and movable guards ( in FIG 1-14) are not present or incorrectly installed.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual Standard Workflow This procedure outlines the standard workflow for starting up and operating the F Series Cutter in conjunction with the automatic feeder. Power on the F series cutter and wait for it to initialise. Ensure that the correct tools are loaded.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual MAINTENANCE Maintenance Requirements To prevent unexpected breakdowns, maintenance personnel must adhere strictly to the prescribed maintenance schedule. Qualified Personnel Maintenance tasks should only be performed by authorized maintenance technicians. These individuals must: • Possess appropriate technical-professional qualifications •...
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual Maintenance Schedule Verification Timing Who’s concerned Procedure Check for the absence of dust and/or other residues Before each that could affect operations. Machine cleaning Operator shift Use blowing systems in cases of extreme necessity only.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 3.3.1 Check Compressed Air System Collection Cup WARNING: Only perform this procedure if you have received proper instruction on how to do so. Open the door next to the control panel ( in FIG 1-1).
The Sheet Feed 75 is fully controlled through the Summa GoProduce Flatbed Edition software. Minimum required version: v3.0 4.1.3.2 GoConnect (included) For Summa GoProduce Flatbed Edition to be able to connect with the Sheet Feed 75, an additional license is required: 500-9423 GoConnect license. Specifications...
2 x A3 or 3 x A4 4.2.4 Noise level • In conference with ISO 4871 • Sound pressure level: TBD 4.2.5 Interface Communication Ethernet GoProduce Flatbed Edition Software driver for Summa F Series GoConnect Option within SGP FE to connect with Sheet Feed 75 Specifications...
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual 4.2.9 CE Declaration and Plate of Conformity The machine is supplied by the manufacturer in its final form, ready to be installed at the place of destination. It does not require any additional implementation, except for the use of lifting and handling devices and the necessary connections to service facilities.
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual Identification 4.3.1 Label Overview There are two identification labels on the machine: Summa label Manufacturer label FIG 4-4: IDENTIFICATION LABELS 4.3.2 Label Information Brand: Trademark In: Nominal Current (A) Type: Machine type Imax: Maximum Current (A)
Sheet Feed 75 User’s Manual CONTACT FOR SUPPORT When reaching out to your dealer (or to Summa directly, only if instructed by your dealer) regarding any machine-related inquiries, always provide the following essential information: • Machine model • Year of manufacture •...
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