GBC MultiBind 230 Instruction Manual page 6

Comb binding instructions
Please open the quick start guide, located at the front of the machine for reference.
Each step relates to the illustrations throw-out at the front of this manual.
1. Set the comb
Lift the lid and punch handle to the upright position.
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Place entire document so it rests on the lid.
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Check the comb size (mm) needed using the paper
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thickness guide.
Measure your comb using the comb size guide.
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Turn the comb selector (located at the side of the machine)
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until the number matches your comb size (6 - 25+ mm).
The machine will now automatically prevent your comb from
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over opening and will adjust the margin depth.
2. Sort paper
To manage large documents use the document separator.
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Push the separator into the document.
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Lift the separator upwards to reveal the first stack of paper
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ready for easy punching.
3. Set paper size
On manual machines, always ensure the punch handle is in
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the upright position before centering the paper.
Load the first paper stack into the punch slot.
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Centre the paper using the dial located at the front of the
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machine.
Adjusting your machine for A5:
4 Adjust the machine by sliding the switch located at the front
of the machine from A4 to A5.

4. Punch paper
For manual punching:
Lower the raised handle until the paper is punched, and
support the machine when lifting the handle to the upright
position.
For electric punching (230E only):
Press the 'punch button' located on the right panel of the
machine.
Note:
If the machine is overloaded and fails to complete the punch
cycle, the red LED will be lit. Press the 'punch button' to cancel
the red LED. If this does not work contact the service helpline.
5. Comb binding
1 Place the plastic comb open side up on the metal teeth.
2 To open the comb, turn the comb opening knob (located at
the side of the machine).
Punch and then load each paper stack onto the opened
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comb until the entire document is loaded.
To close the comb, rewind the comb opening knob and lift
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the bound document from the metal teeth.
Binding tips:
• Load the rear cover onto the open comb first, followed by the
internal sheets and front cover.
• To edit your document, additional sheets may be included or
removed by placing your document (comb open side up) onto
the metal teeth and following step 5 instructions again.
• For further hints and tips please visit our website:
www.gbceurope.com