5.0 – Maintenance
Warning! Rotating parts and electrical components will be exposed when the side covers are removed.
The cutting blades located underneath the top cover are extremely sharp.
Always disconnect the power cord before servicing.
A routine maintenance schedule of the following topics will ensure many years of precision performance and help prevent
operational problems.
5.1 – Feed Wheel
The feed wheel, which is shown in Figure 5, is made of polyurethane and should be cleaned regularly, in which
the period will vary based upon the amount of usage, to provide many years of service. To clean the feed wheel,
first disconnect the power cord. Using Martin Yale Roller Cleaner or water and mild detergent, scrub the feed
wheel its entire length using a clean cloth or soft nylon brush, rotating the feed wheel until the entire surface is
clean. Dry thoroughly before using. Never use alcohol, harsh solvent based cleaners, or abrasives as these
could harm and/or destroy the polyurethane. Also, do not soak the feed wheel while cleaning.
Figure 5
5.2 – Black Rubber Wheels
The black rubber wheels, which are on the four lower slitter blades, four upper slitter blades, and eight pinch
rollers, are located underneath the top cover. To clean the black rubber wheels, first disconnect the power cord.
You will have to remove the top cover using a Phillips screwdriver. Warning: the cutting blades located under
the top cover are extremely sharp and can cause harm. Once the top cover is off, use a clean cloth or soft
nylon brush along with Martin Yale Roller Cleaner or water and mild detergent to clean the black rubber wheels.
Some black rubber wheels can only be accessed by removing the scrap drawer and cleaning them from below.
Once you are finished cleaning, dry the black rubber wheels thoroughly before using.
5.3 – Other Maintenance Topics
The GC10 is equipped with self-lubricating bearings and self-sharpening blades and cutters, all of which are
maintenance free.
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Feed Wheel
Pinch Rollers
Upper Slitter
Blades
Lower Slitter
Blades
Cross-Cut
Mechanism
Figure 2
As shown in Figure 2, the following nomenclature will be used in describing the various components on the display panel.
1. Digital Counter
2. Indicator LEDs
3. Jog Button
4. Run/Stop Button
5. Power LED
6. Reset Button
Figure 3
As shown in Figure 3, the following nomenclature will be used in describing the various components on the right side of
the GC10.
1. Main Power Switch
2. Circuit Breaker
3. Power Cord
1
2
3
4
5
6
3
2
1
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