Operating the Autocreaser 50
Setting the Adjustable Side Lay
Place the paper stack on to the loading table and slide up to the fixed side lay and paper
gate. Release the clamps located at each end of the side lay and slide up towards the
paper stack as demonstrated in fig 8.1. Allow a gap of approximately 0.5mm (1/64 inch)
between the paper and the side lay.
Setting the BackStop
Position the backstop and slide up towards the paper stack allowing a gap (as specified
in the above step).
Setting the Air Distribution
Depending on the length of the sheet to be creased, the air distribution knob can be
rotated to various positions in order to supply air to different ports. Position 1 is
recommended for most sheet sizes. However, a better result may be obtained by using
the below settings or by experimentation.
Position
1 – For A5 sheets or 8 inches long, port 1 open.
2 – For A4 sheets or 11 inches long, front port and port 2 open.
3 – For A3 sheets or 17 inches long, front port and port 3 open.
0 – For longer sheets in order to supply air to the centre of the stack, port
2 open
Setting the Air Separation Pressure
To control the amount of air supplied to the ports, the air separation knob can be adjusted
by first rotating the knob to unlock its position, then push the knob down to the required
position and rotate the knob to re-lock its position.
Setting the Roller Tilt Mechanism
The roller tilt mechanism has been designed to compensate for when the creasing
position on the sheet is not square. This could be due to an inaccuracy in the media or if
the roller tilt mechanism has been incorrectly set. The mechanism will be set to zero
(square) when the machine is supplied.
To set the mechanism, unlock the roller tilt knob located below the roller tilting handle by
turning anti-clockwise. Move the roller tilt handle left or right in order to compensate for
any inaccuracy. When the position is set, ensure to lock the roller tilt knob before
operating the machine. Repeat the above procedure until the creasing position is square.
Setting the positions of drive wheels and hubs
It is important that the drive wheels and drive hubs on the roller shafts are arranged evenly
across the width of the media being creased. This is done to ensure that the media is
accurately driven and supported through the rollers.
The drive wheels and hubs are fixed to the rollers by means of a grub screw. To locate
this grub screw the rollers can be rotated by operating the motor manually.
DO NOT ROTATE THE DRIVE ROLLERS BY HAND.
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Setting the Vacuum Bleed
Situated on the front of the feed table, the Vacuum Bleed Knob is used to allow more
control of the suction on the vacuum drum.
When light weight paper of 90gsm and lower is being fed through the machine turn the knob
clockwise to reduce the possibility of marking, or damage to the leading edge of the paper