Variquest Cutout Maker 1800 User Manual
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Summary of Contents for Variquest Cutout Maker 1800
- Page 1 Cutout Maker 1800 User’s Guide visit www.variquest.com...
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Page 2: Copyright
Brady Worldwide, Inc. While every precaution has been taken in preparation of this document, Brady assumes no liability to any party for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions or by statements resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause. -
Page 3: Standard Warranty
Standard Warranty Brady Worldwide, Inc., through its Varitronics business unit, warrants the equipment and accessories comprising ® the VariQuest™ Cutout Maker1800 will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of customer purchase. Original serial number must appear on product. Removal of serial numbers will void this warranty and any equipment and accessories that have been altered or modified in any way and are not as originally purchased will void this warranty. -
Page 4: Safety Information
• Never insert or remove the power plug with wet hands. Doing so may result in electrical shock. • Do not remove the gantry cover or base shroud from the Cutout Maker. Doing so may result in electrical shock. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... - Page 5 • Never disassemble or modify the Cutout Maker. Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock. If the Cutout Maker breaks down, turn off the power switch, remove the plug from the power socket and contact your Cutout Maker dealer. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Note: Oil Gantry Rails ................... 5-10 Troubleshooting......................... 6-1 •Troubleshooting Process ..................6-2 • Troubleshooting Tips .................... 6-2 •Cutout Maker Troubleshooting .................. 6-3 • Troubleshooting ....................6-3 4.Cutout Maker Error Codes ..................6-4 3.Having the Cutout Maker Serviced ................6-6 VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... - Page 7 This page intentionally left blank. viii VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800...
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Page 8: Features, Accessories And Materials
• “System Accessories” on page 1-3 • “Cutout Maker Materials” on page 1-4 - ““VariquestTM Cutout Maker Paper Classifications” on page 1-4 - “Determining Classifications for Unspecified Paper Types” on page 1-4 VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800 VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 9: Features
• Choose from a variety of types and sizes of materials. VariQuest Design Center Software provides automatic setup selections for fonts, shapes and collections. With the VariQuest Cutout Maker and VariQuest Design Center Software, you can produce cutout shapes in every imaginable design. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 10: System Accessories
The Cutout Maker comes with a Maintenance Kit that contains: • Blades (5-pack) • Blade/Chad Removal Tool • Tweezers • Tool Storage Pouch Upon completion of the registration form, the customer will receive a 20-credit Shape CD. Cutout Maker Maintenance Kit VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 11: Cutout Maker Materials
5-6.3 lbs 10-12.5 lbs 20-25 lbs 40-50 lbs Heavy Weight Construction Paper 9"x12" 12"x18" 18"x24" 24"x36" 100 sheets 1.5-2 lbs 3-4 lbs 6-8 lbs 12-16 lbs 500 sheets 7.5-10 lbs 15-20 lbs 30-40 lbs 60-80 lbs VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 12: Components And Specifications
Components and Specifications This chapter shows the locations of the major VariQuest Cutout Maker 1800 components and provides detailed system specifications. The following information is contained in this chapter: • “Cutout Maker Components” on page 2-2 - “Perspective View” on page 2-2 - “Side View”... -
Page 13: Cutout Maker Components
Cutout Maker Components Perspective View Gantry Cover Open Name Gantry Control Panel Cutter Bed Blade Holder Assembly VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 14: Side View
Side View Name USB Cable Receptacle AC Power Cord Receptacle DC Power Supply Fuse (2 Amp) OFF (0) ON (1) Power Switch VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 15: Control Panel
Lists cut job status (cutting, pause, error, etc.). Shows the options currently selected. Displays error messages and instructions. “STOP” button Pauses the cut job currently in process. Pressing “stop” while a job is paused cancels the job. “GO” button Starts the cut job selected. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 16: Specifications
All brand or product names used on this sheet are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or organizations. As part of our continuous improvement, we reserve the right to change this Technical Data Sheet without notice. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... - Page 17 This page intentionally left blank. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800...
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Page 18: Getting Started
Getting Started This chapter provides instructions for unpacking and setting up the VariQuest Cutout Maker 1800. Keep this guide near the Cutout Maker so it can be available for reference. The chapter contains these sections: • “Unpacking and Positioning the Cutout Maker” on page 3-2 - “Unpacking the Cutout Maker”... -
Page 19: Unpacking And Positioning The Cutout Maker
Cutout Maker from the carton. To avoid personal injury, use proper lifting techniques when removing the Cutout Maker from the carton. Cardboard Cover End Cap (rear) Packing Foam End Cap (front) CM1800 Blade Assembly Foam Foam Cradle Gantry Rail Foam Shipping Container VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 20: Verifying Packaging Contents
To ensure proper functioning of the Cutout Maker on a work space, allow adequate space around the system as shown below. 2 in / 51 mm 2 in / 51 mm 2 in / 51 mm 2 in / 51 mm VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 21: Setting Up The Cutout Maker
Cutout Maker. 3. Plug the other end of the cord into an appropriate AC outlet. Wall Socket USB Cable Power Cord Receptacle Receptacle Power Switch 1 (ON) Power Cord 0 (OFF) Cutout Maker Power Plug VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 22: Connecting The Cutout Maker
Maker before connecting the communication cables. Connecting to a VariQuest™ Design Center 1000 Mouse VariQuest Awards VariQuest Poster Maker 3600 (optional) Maker 400 Printer Available USB Port Keyboard (optional) VariQuest Cutout Maker 1800 VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 23: Connecting To A Personal Computer
Cutout Maker. Power up the Cutout Maker and the computer, and install the VariQuest™ Design Center Software. Note: Refer to the separate VariQuest™ Design Center 1000 User’s Guide for software installation. USB Cable VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 24: Operating The Cutout Maker
Operating the Cutout Maker This chapter provides instructions for operating the Cutout Maker. The following information is contained in this chapter: • “Loading Material” on page 4-2 • “Typical Operating Sequence” on page 4-3 VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 25: Loading Material
Loading Material Before loading material on the VariQuest Cutout Maker 1800, you must choose the appropriate material type in the VariQuest Design Center Software. This software is installed on the VariQuest Design Center 1000 or on your PC. When you select the material type in the software, the Cutout Maker adjusts the output settings (blade depth, force and cutting speed) accordingly. -
Page 26: Typical Operating Sequence
Typical Operating Sequence Important! The VariQuest Cutout Maker 1800 can be used only with the VariQuest Design Center Software. The VariQuest Design Center Software is installed on your VariQuest Design Center 1000 PC. See the separate manual for VariQuest Design Center Software user information. - Page 27 This page intentionally left blank. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800...
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Page 28: Maintenance
- Clean mat - Change blade - Change mat - Oil gantry rails • “Replacing the Cutting Blade” on page 5-3 • “Replacing the Cutting Mat” on page 5-7 • “Oil Gantry Rails” on page 5-10 VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 29: Maintenance Summary
Care should be taken to NOT apply too much oil. Oil should not drip or pool. If too much oil is applied, remove excess with a clean cloth. See “Oil Gantry Rails” on page 5-10. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 30: Replacing The Cutting Blade
2. Open the gantry top cover, locate the blade holder/motor assembly and move it toward the middle of the gantry track. Gantry Top Cover Open Blade Holder/Motor Assembly (Position in center of track) 3. Rotate the blade holder 90° towards the front of the unit to gain access to the blade. Blade Holder VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... - Page 31 5. Press the blade removal tool (shown below) over the blade and remove the blade from the blade holder. Hold a finger over the blade release button to prevent the blade from reseating. Press the cork end of the blade removal tool over the blade VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800...
- Page 32 Position blade in blade holder 7. Set the power switch to 1 (ON) to activate the electromagnet that draws the blade into its fully seated position within the blade holder. Power Switch 1 (ON) 0 (OFF) VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800...
- Page 33 8. Rotate the blade holder assembly 90° back to its operating position. Operating Position 9. Close the gantry top cover on the Cutout Maker. Close top cover VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800...
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Page 34: Replacing The Cutting Mat
4. Slide the gantry forward and grasp the rear edge of the protective mat. Slide the mat out from between the channels on each side of the bed. Gantry in Cutting Mat Forward Position (slide to rear) Channel on each side of bed VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... - Page 35 7. Continue sliding the mat forward until the guide slots on the leading edge of the mat are fully engag4ed with the guides on the front end of the bed. Guide Slots (front end of mat) Front end of Bed VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800...
- Page 36 Gantry in Home Position Note: In some cases, you may rotate the protective mat to make use of surface area that is not worn. Either end of the mat may be inserted into the Cutout Maker. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800...
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Page 37: Note: Oil Gantry Rails
Note: Take care not to apply too much oil. Oil should not drip or pool. Remove excess oil with a clean cloth. Upper Gantry Rail Lower Gantry Rail 3. Close gantry top cover. 5-10 VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
• “Troubleshooting Process” on page 6-2 - “Troubleshooting Tips” on page 6-2 • “Cutout Maker Troubleshooting” on page 6-3 • “Cutout Maker Error Codes” on page 6-4 • “Having the Cutout Maker Serviced” on page 6-6 VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 39: Troubleshooting Process
Keep a record of the steps you take when troubleshooting: The information may be useful to technical support or service personnel. • Use some other electrical device to confirm that the electrical outlet is working. • Ensure all connections are securely attached. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... -
Page 40: Cutout Maker Troubleshooting
Excessively loud noise. Note: in each case listed below, follow 1. Verify that the Design Center 1000 or PC and the Cutout Maker 1800 is the 5 steps shown in the “Action turned on, and the power cord has been plugged in properly. -
Page 41: Cutout Maker Error Codes
Step 8 error. page 5-6. Error #8 7. Close gantry cover. 8. Press STOP button to clear error. 9. Try again. 10. If the error persists, contact your dealer. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... - Page 42 Press stop to clear error. Error #11 1. Press STOP button to clear error. Cutter head failed 2. Try again. to lift. 3. If the error persists, contact your dealer. Press stop to clear error. Error #14 VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800...
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Page 43: Having The Cutout Maker Serviced
The information may be useful to the service personnel. 2. Contact your VariQuest™ Dealer for further instructions. If instructed to do so by your VariQuest™ Dealer, pack the Cutout Maker in the original carton. See “Unpacking the Cutout Maker” on page 3-2. VariQuest™ Cutout Maker 1800... - Page 44 © 2007 Brady Worldwide, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Y880670 20144-00 04/08...
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The cutout maker has been shut off for the summer and I am the first one to turn it on. The message on the screen is the name of the machine and some numbers- v01.09-001. How do I get it started. When I push "Go" nothing happens.