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CombMac 240E OPER AT IONALMANUAL
INTRODUCTION
CONGRATULATIONS ON THE PURCHASE OF YOUR NEW CombMac - 240E, A PROFESSIONAL AND HEAVY- DUTY COMB PUNCH AND BINDING MACHINE. YOUR CombMac - 240E WAS DESIGNED WITH A FULL RANGE OF FUNCTION AND PREMIUM QUALITY COMPONENTS TO GUARANTEE YOU AN EFFORTLESS AND PROFESSIONAL BIND, AS WELL AS MANY YEARS OF TROUBLE-FREE SERVICE.
IMPORTANT
WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU TAKE A FEW MINUTES TO FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE FUNCTIONS OF YOUR NEW CombMac - 240E. YOU WILL FIND THAT WITH JUST A LITTLE PRACTICE, ANY PERSON CAN ACHIEVE PROFESSIONAL RESULTS.
F E AT URES
Die Disengagement Pins
Punch Throat & Ruler
ASSEMB LY & SAFETYINSTRUCTION
- Place your new CombMac - 240E on top of a sturdy working table. See picture 1
- Place Comb Binding unit on top of CombMac - 240E and fasten it by attached screws & wrench. See picture 2
- Plug the power cord and foot pedal cord to the back of machine. See picture 3.
- Turn on Power switch and press foot pedal to test punching . See picture 4.
- Always turn switch-off and place Foot Pedal out of reach when machine is not in use.
- To reduce the risk of electric shock, never operate the CombMac - 240E near water.
- Do not use the CombMac - 240E if power cord is damaged.
- Do not allow the electric cord to be in contact with hot surfaces.
- In case of malfunction, return the unit to your distributor for service. This equipment does not contain
any part that can be serviced by the consumer or operator.
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- Push & dial Depth Margin Control to the right position depends on the diameter of your combs .
3/16” ( 4 mm )
1/4” ( 6 mm )
5/16” ( 8 mm )
TIPS
For easy turning of pages, make sure you have the correct depth margin for punch and always using the combs at least 1/8” (3mm) than the thickness of your bound documents .
9/16” ( 14 mm )
1/16” ( 1.5mm ) space
Round Comb
- ( If needed ) Use Master Selector to select / identify the size of your combs.
Oval Comb
1/16” ( 1.5mm ) space
PUNCHING
- Align Side Margin Control to proper sheet & cover size.
11"
11-1/4" COVER
Note: There are different side margins for 11" sheets & their 11-1/4" covers.
TIPS
Maximum single punching capacity: 23 sheets (20 lbs paper)
- Pull out Disengagement Pins to avoid partially punched holes.
Recommended number of sheets per punch (for maximum equipment durability): 15 sheets ( 20 lbs paper )
- Insert sheets and press foot pedal to punch.
Empty the Waster Drawer from time to time. Overfilled Waste Drawer may cause machine to malfunction.
IN CASE OF PAPER JAM
The punching action will automatically stop in case the punch sheets are overloaded or too heavy. When this occurs, simply press the Reverse Button in the back of the machine repeatedly, until all the punching dies return to their original, home position. Now you can pull out some of the sheets and re-start the punching action by pressing the Foot Pedal
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COMB BINDING
- Place pre-selected comb behind Comb Binding Fingers. The comb opening side should be upward.
- Slowly pull Comb Binding Handle forward to open comb until the comb binder is opened sufficiently to allow pages and covers to be inserted.
Front C over
- Neatly align the pages and covers. Holding the documents tightly with the front towards you, feed the comb through the holes.
- When all comb are fully positioned through the holes, slowly move handle backward to close the comb. Lift out the bound documents from fingers. The comb binding is complete.
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TIPS
The binding handle is optional for right-hand operation or lefthand operation. Just plug into right axle or left axle of your favorite.
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Size
Punching Length
Comb 9/16" ( 14.28mm )
14" =
LEGAL =
24 Holes 23 Holes
21 Holes 19 Holes 15 Holes 14 Holes
Sheets 70-80 g/m 2
Diameters mm Inch
ROUND COMB
Binding Capacity
OVAL COMB
WA RRANTYPOLICY
YOUR CombMac - 240E HAS A WARRANTY OF ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. IN THE EVENT OF A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT, YOUR DISTRIBUTOR (AT OPTION) WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE IT. IMPORTANT: THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGES DUE TO IMPROPER USE OR MISS TREATMENT OF THE UNIT, INCLUDING ANY EXTRAORDINARY EVENT LEADING TO THE DAMAGE OF THE MACHINE, WHETHER IT IS REVERSIBLE OR NOT.
IF THE CombMac - 240E IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, FIRST FOLLOW THE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS ABOVE. IF THE PROBLEM PERSISTS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DEALER FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE HAVE YOUR MACHINE'S SERIAL NUMBER AND THE PURCHASE DATE READY. IF THE MACHINE MUST BE RETURNED TO YOUR DISTRIBUTOR, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO PROPERLY PACK AND SHIP IT. AS ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DURING ITS TRANSPORTATION IS NOT COVERED BY OUR WARRANTY POLICY.
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Quick start
- Set the machine on a sturdy table and fasten the comb binding unit on top with the supplied screws and wrench.
- Plug in the power cord and foot pedal at the back, turn on the power and press the pedal to test.
- Set the depth margin control for your comb diameter and align the side margin for your sheet and cover size.
- Pull out disengagement pins as needed to avoid partial holes, insert sheets and press the foot pedal to punch (15 sheets of 20 lb paper recommended).
- Place the comb behind the binding fingers, opening up, and pull the handle forward to open it.
- Feed the punched pages and covers onto the comb, move the handle back to close it, and lift out the book.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Punching stops mid-cycle (paper jam) | Too many or too heavy sheets loaded. | Press the Reverse button on the back repeatedly until the dies return home, remove some sheets and press the foot pedal again. Page 3 |
| Machine malfunctions | Overfilled waste drawer. | Empty the waste drawer from time to time. Page 3 |
| Partially punched holes at the edge | Dies engaged beyond the edge of the sheet. | Pull out the disengagement pins for those positions. Page 3 |
Frequently asked questions
How many sheets can the CombMac 240E punch?
Up to 23 sheets of 20 lb paper; 15 sheets is recommended for durability (page 3).
How do I clear a jam?
Press the Reverse button on the back repeatedly until the dies return home, remove some sheets, then press the pedal (page 3).
How do I choose the comb size?
Use a comb at least 1/8" (3mm) larger than the document thickness, and set the depth margin control to match. The master selector can identify comb size. See page 3.
Can the binding handle be used left-handed?
Yes. Plug it into either the right or left axle (page 4).
What is the warranty?
One year from purchase against manufacturer defects; misuse is not covered (page 5).
