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 ...
1200 Series User’s Manual 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:...
Figure 1. Note position of the Overthrow Lever and the Setting Wheel. 4. Press the red Overthrow Lever – 1.3 away from you until it clicks. This releases the wheels allowing them to turn. 1200 Series User’s Manual Figure 1...
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1200 Series User’s Manual Set the Time on the Type Wheels 1. Locate the Center Line where all the wheels line up as shown in Figure 2. 2. Rotate the wheels using a pointed object. Rotate each wheel until the correct date and time are aligned at the Center Position, as shown in Figure 2.
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1. Make a sample registration on paper. 2. Rotate Clock Face Setting Wheel 3.1 until the clock face displays the same time as shown on the sample registration. DO NOT TURN CLOCK HANDS EXCEPT BY USING SETTING WHEEL. 1200 Series User’s Manual Figure 3...
3. Lift ribbon hold-down guide 4.2 – 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 4.3, the red side aligned with date wheel(s).
1. Remove the top cover. 2. Remove Type Section Retaining Ring – 5.1. 3. Lift type section slightly and move it to the right to release Hinge Pins – 5.2 from their sockets. Unit will lift out. 1200 Series User’s Manual Figure 5...
1200 Series User’s Manual Changing the Motor 1. Unplug cord from wall outlet. 2. Remove type section from main frame (see “Replacing the Type Section”). 3. Figure 6 shows a close-up of cam block terminal. 4. Disconnect Motor Wire Leads – 6.1 by turning each Screw –...
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