MBM  307A Operation Manual

MBM 307A Operation Manual

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OPERATION MANUAL
MBM 307A / 407A
AUTOMATIC FOLDERS
1-800-223-2508
www.mbmcorp.com

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  • Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL MBM 307A / 407A AUTOMATIC FOLDERS 1-800-223-2508 www.mbmcorp.com...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Definition of Symbols and Notes The following names and signs stand for possible dangers. Danger This symbol stands for immediate danger. Disregarding these instructions may cause severe injury. Caution This symbol stands for a potentially dangerous situation. Disregarding these instructions may lead to injuries or damage to property.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the MBM 307A / 407A Automatic Paper Folder. You should receive many years of reliable service from this machine. Compact and easy to use, the 307A / 407A Paper Folder is sure to streamline your paper folding tasks, saving you valuable time. Please read the Operation Manual thoroughly before using this machine.
  • Page 5: Specifications

    (1) Specifications Model: 307A / 407A Paper sizes: 3.5” x 5.0” to 11” x 17” 3.5” X 5.0” size is for SINGLE fold only. 5” x 7.2” size cannot be folded into GATE. Paper weight: 45 to 105g/m (up to 152g/m for single fold) 14 to 70 lb Paper quality: Medium and high-quality paper, high-quality paper for stencil printing.
  • Page 6: Accessories

    (2) Accessories After un-boxing the 207M, make sure that the following accessories are present. Please contact your local dealer immediately if anything is missing. Accessories Number Table 1 Table 2 Power cord Right 1 Auxiliary paper feed guide (right and left) Left 1 Machine cover Operation Manual...
  • Page 7: Part Names

    (3) Part Names ⑧ ① ④ ② ③ ⑪ ⑨ ⑤ ⑫ ⑬ ⑩ ⑭ ⑥ ⑦ ⑯ ⑮ ⑲ ⑰ ⑱ Number Name Number Name ① Safty cover ⑪ Paper feed table Left side cover Table 2 ② ⑫ Paper feed roller Right side cover ③...
  • Page 8: Designation And Functions Of Operation Panel

    (4) Designation and Functions of Operations Panel 407A 307A Designation/Indication Function ① Fold type key Six fold types can be input and stored. ② Test key Test folds two sheets without counting. ③ Start/Stop key Starts and stops machine. ④ Clear/Reset key Clears the counter / resets after an error.
  • Page 9: Operation Of The Counter

    (5) Operation of the Counter (A) Addition Counter The number indicated on the counter increases by one each time a sheet of paper is folded. Press the Select key and select the Counter Input Mode Lamp 123. Press the Clear/Reset key and reset the number to zero (0). (B) Subtraction Counter The number indicated on the counter decreases by one each time a sheet of paper is folded.
  • Page 10: Set-Up

    (6) Set-Up Install Table 1 and 2. Insert the notched front part of Table 1 into stud ① and drop its rear notched part onto stud ②. Insert the plug into the connector ③. Caution: The connector can only be connected one way. Do not force. Insert the notched front part of Table 2 into stud ④...
  • Page 11: Directions For Use

    (7) Directions for Use (A) Standard folding of standard-size paper 407A Paper guide set screw 1. Turn power switch on. 2. Loosen the paper guide set screw and adjust the Paper guide paper guide to fit the width of the paper. 3.
  • Page 12 Selecting a fold type: One of the six folding types (Single, Gate, Letter, Zigzag, Double Parallel, and Fold-out) can be selected. Press the desired fold type key. Example: Single folding using letter size paper. Letter size (11” length) – C1 Legal size (14”...
  • Page 13: (B) Manual Set Up For Standard Folding Of Non-Standard-Size Paper

    Standard Folding of Non-standard-size Paper Determine the Paper Length L(mm) L (inch) Measure the paper length. The arrow indicates the direction of paper feed. Press the SELECT key and select the Paper Length Input Mode. (407A) Input the paper length using the number keys. Enter the length in inches.
  • Page 14 Setting the paper ejection roller for( 307A) The exit roller should be moved to the proper position according to the paper size. Refer to the “Roller Position Indication” label. If ejection is not performed properly, try a different position. Fold-Stopper Position Chart Table 1 Table 2 Note:...
  • Page 15: (C) Cross Folding

    (C) Cross Folding Cross folding refers to performing the double parallel, letter, or other types of folds for paper already folded using a single fold. Cross folding can be used when, for example, a sheet of ledger size paper folded using the double parallel fold is still too large to be enclosed in an envelope.
  • Page 16: Adjustments

    (8) Adjustment (A) Skew Adjustment If the folding position is slanted it can be adjusted using the skew adjustment knob. (B) Fine Adjustment Move the stopper using the stopper fine adjustment knob. Caution: If the fine adjustment knob is moved, when the TEST key is pressed, the machine will continue to fold, when the START / STOP key is pressed, the machine will start to fold after the stopper is returned to the previous position...
  • Page 17: Fine Adjustments For Table 1

    Fine Adjustment for Table 1 Direction to turn the Table 1 fine Fold type Folded (A) adjustment knob Single fold Table 1 is not used Long Gate fold Short Long Letter fold Short Long Zigzag fold Short Long Double parallel fold Short Long Fold-out Fold...
  • Page 18: Fine Adjustments For Table 2

    Fine Adjustment for Table 2 Direction to turn the Table 2 fine Fold type Folded (B) adjustment knob Long Single fold Short Long Gate fold Short Long Letter fold Short Long Zigzag fold Short Long Double parallel fold Short Long Fold-out fold Short...
  • Page 19: Memory

    (9) Memory (A) Storage 407A Storage of Non-standard folds can be input with the Memory 1/2/3 keys and the Fold type keys. The positions of the Table 1 and 2 stoppers, position of the ejection roller, and folding speed are all saved in memory. 307A Storage of Non-standard folds can be input with the Fold type keys.
  • Page 20: (B) Cancellation Of Memory

    (B) Cancellation of Memory Cancel the storage input in the memory 1/2/3 keys and the fold type keys Important: The machine will be enabled to perform standard folds set by the manufacturer. Select the key in which the memory is to be cancelled. Important: The lamp of the key in which the fold is stored flashes.
  • Page 21: Maintenance (Cleaning And Replacement Of Consumable Items)

    (10) Maintenance Two rollers can be removed and installed without using any tool, which facilitates cleaning of the rollers and paper ejection photo sensor. As the other two rollers cannot be removed, they should be cleaned while revolving them little by little. Rollers should be moistened with water and wiped off with a cloth wrung tightly.
  • Page 22 <Cleaning the paper feed photo sensor> Sensor position Safty cover Open the safety cover and wipe the surface (black plastic) of the paper feed photo sensor with the tip of a cotton swap or similar material moistened in water. Caution! When cleaning, make sure that no residue from the cotton swab is left in the unit or the paper feed may stop with an error after feeding a single sheet (Check lamp (1) flashes).
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    (11) Troubleshooting If Check lamp (1) is flashing it may indicate: 1) No paper 2) Paper jam at paper feed photo sensor 3) Paper feed photo sensor is dirty If Check lamp (2) is flashing it may indicate: 1) Paper jam at fold tables 2) Plug is disconnected If Check lamp (3) is flashing it may indicate: 1) Paper jam at paper eject photo sensor...
  • Page 24: Removing The Fold Tables

    (12) Removing the fold tables (1) Set the power switch to OFF. ① (2) Disconnect the plugs. ② ③ (3) Remove the fold tables. Caution! Be sure to always remove plugs prior to removing tables.
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