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Lathem Mechanical Time Recorder User Manual

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  • Page 1 Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Here’s all the information you need for setting and operating your new Lathem time recorder. Service information is also included in this manual, in case any problems ever arise. Thank you for choosing a Lathem time recorder. Should you ever need assistance, please let us know. Ordering Accessories ..........2 Setting the Time ............

  • Page 3: Ordering Accessories

    Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide Ordering Accessories Lathem time recorders fulfill a wide range of timekeeping requirements. For maximum results, only use Lathem accessories specifically designed to fit your time recorder. To purchase the appropriate accessories for your time recorder, contact your local Lathem dealer or visit: http://shop.lathem.com...

  • Page 4: Setting The Time

    Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide Setting the Time Figure 1 Determine Your Model Model Print Hours Print Units Description xxx1 1 – 12 , 1 – 12 00 – 59 12 Hour & Minutes xxx2 1 – 12 , 1 – 12 .0 –...
  • Page 5 Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide Raise the Type Section 1. Unlock the case cover and pull it forward to remove it. 2. Note the position of the Release Latch and Face Setting Wheel used later in this process. 3. Wait until you hear the clock “click”.
  • Page 6 Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide If your model prints Tenths (model with 4 digit of 2 or 5), go to the section “Setting Decimal Wheel with Tenths”. If your model prints Hundredths or 00-23 hours, refer to the Dial of Decimal Equivalents in Figure 3 (page 5) to determine the correct setting.
  • Page 7 Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide Dial of Decimal Equivalents Figure 3 The dial in Figure 3 shows the tenths and hundredths setting for each minute. The inner circle represents regular minutes, the middle circle represents tenths, and the outer circle represents hundredths of a minutes.
  • Page 8 Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide Setting Decimal Wheel with Tenths Figure 4 Use only for recorders printing in tenths (models with a 4 digit of “2” or “5”) Rotate Tenths Wheel (0.9) 4.1 until it is set at “9”. Rotate the Main Setting Wheel until the Tenths Wheel moves to a “0”.
  • Page 9 Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide Set the Time on the Analog Clock Face Figure 5 1. Make a sample registration on paper. 2. Rotate Clock Face Setting Wheel 5.1 until the clock face displays the same time as shown on the sample registration.
  • Page 10 Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide Set the Time on the Digital Clock Face Figure 6 1. Make a sample registration on paper. 2. Use the Hour and Minute buttons to set the display to the time shown on the sample registration.

  • Page 11: Changing The Ribbon

    3. Lift ribbon hold-down guide 7.2 – use pencil to support in up position. 4. Remove ribbon and replace with new Lathem ribbon. Make sure the ribbon feeds from bottom of spools and runs BETWEEN reversing fingers 7.3, the red side aligned with date wheel(s).

  • Page 12: Replacing The Type Section

    Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide Replacing the Type Section If your type section needs servicing, you can easily remove and replace it without sending the entire machine for service. Figure 8 1. Remove the top cover. 2. Remove Type Section Retaining Ring – 8.1.

  • Page 13: Changing The Batteries (2000-Batt Models Only)

    Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide Install / Replace Batteries in BATT Figure 9 The 2000-BATT requires four “D” size batteries and should operate for six months before replacement. An internal beeper sounds momentarily each minute when the battery supply discharges below 4.5 volts.

  • Page 14: Changing The Motor

    Mechanical Time Recorder User’s Guide Changing the Motor Figure 10 1. Unplug cord from wall outlet (except 2100BATT). 2. Remove type section from main frame (see “Replacing the Type Section”). 3. Figure 10 shows a close-up of cam block terminal.

  • Page 15: Warranty

    Warranty One-Year Limited Warranty Lathem warrants the hardware products described in this guide against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of original purchase from Lathem or from an authorized Lathem reseller. The conditions of this warranty and the extent of the responsibility of Lathem Time Corporation (“Lathem”) under this warranty are listed below.
  • Page 16 Printed in USA P/N: OMOV0505...