FD 1202 AutoSeal ® Tabletop Pressure Sealer

OPERATOR MANUAL

FIRST EDITION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TOPIC

PAGE

SPECIFICATIONS

UNPACKING, COMPONENTS

SET-UP

OPERATION

DETERMINING FOLD TYPE

ADJUSTING FOLDS

SETTING CUSTOM FOLDS

CLEARING PAPER PATH, ADJUSTING INFEED TENSION

RECOMMENDED MONTHLY MAINTENANCE

TROUBLE-SHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS

Start & Stop Buttons

FUNCTION:

The low volume 1202 pressure sealer folds and seals one-piece pressure sensitive mailers. It can fold many different configurations including Standard C, Z, Half, Uneven C & Z and custom folds. It can also process several different sizes of forms up to 14” in length. For configuration and/or paper sizes, see listing below.

Maximum form size: Fold styles: Fixed speed: Infeed hopper capacity: Machine weight: Power supply:

8.5” W x 14” L (216 W x 356 L mm) C, Z, Half, Uneven C & Z and custom folds Up to 38 forms per minute Up to 160 sheets 20# (75 gsm) 55 lbs. (25 kg) FD model: 120V, 50/60 Hz FE model: 220V, 50/60 Hz

UNPACKING

1. Check package for shipping damage. If there is shipping damage, do not discard the box.
2. CAUTION: Two people are required to lift the machine out of the box.
3. Set the 1202 on a sturdy level surface.
4. Refer to set-up instructions on page 3 & 4 after reviewing components for proper installation.

COMPONENTS

1202 Upper Fold Plate

Jam Clearing Tool Power Cord

Press to start operation

Press to stop operation

SET-UP

1. Open the infeed tray
2. Insert Fold Plates

To install fold plates, slide the plate into position with thumbscrews facing up and the throat toward the inside of the machine. Line up the notches on the underside of the plate with the four pins on the machine and set into place (figure 1a upper fold plate & 1b lower fold plate).

Upper fold plate pins

Lower fold plate pins

To install the catch tray, slide it under the machine (1c) along the guides on the infeed/outfeed side of the machine.

OPERATION

1. Setting the fold type

N ote: The fold plates are pre-marked for standard 11” and 14” Z, C & Half folds and 14” Uneven Z & C folds for

quick setup (refer to page 6 to help determine fold type and page 8 to measure for custom folds.).

Adjust fold plates to the correct fold type and paper size. Leaving the fold plates in position, loosen the two thumbscrews (Fig 2a & 2b) that hold the fold stop in place. Align the arrows at each end of the fold stop with the marks on the fold plate, be sure each side matches up (Fig 2c) and tighten the thumbscrews. Note: For “Half” folds remove the lower fold plate, turn it around 180° and reinstall with diverter edge leading (see page 3).

Adjusting upper fold plate

Adjusting lower fold plate

2. Test fold settings and catch tray adjustment

Test fold settings: Turn the power on (Fig 3) push the paper feed lever (Fig 4) down, place one form onto the in-feed tray under the infeed tire and press the start button. Examine document and adjust fold plates if necessary.

Catch tray adjustment: Set the test fold into the catch tray (Fig 5) and slide the catch tray in or out so that the folded form lies flat in the tray. The catch tray can be further adjusted as forms are running, for best stacking results.

To load forms, push the paper feed lever down and load forms neatly stacked and squared onto the infeed tray, under the infeed tire. Forms can be loaded up to 160 sheets (20# bond). Note: Standard “Z” fold forms can be loaded face up or down with the glue edge trailing. All “C” fold forms must be loaded face up with glue edge trailing. Tip: It is recommended to let forms cool for one-half hour, from the laser printer, before folding and sealing. This allows toner to set on the forms, and static electricity to discharge.

DETERMINING FOLD TYPE

Fold types can be determined by fold and glue patterns, a “Z” fold looks like the letter “Z” and a “C” fold looks like the letter “C”. The panel lengths are equal for standard folds, uneven folds have two panels that are the same size and the third panel is short. Half folds simply fold in half. Below are samples of a standard 11” “Z” and “C” style forms.

ADJUSTING FOLDS

The fold plate stops may need to be adjusted up or down to fine tune the fold. Note: The 1st and 2nd folds are different for “Z” and “C” folded forms, see the diagrams to determine the fold sequence.

1st fold adjustment, Upper fold plate

To adjust the first fold loosen the two thumbscrews on the upper fold plate. If the fold is too long slide the bar down to decrease the fold length. If the fold is too short slide the bar up to increase the fold length.

2nd fold adjustment, Lower fold plate

To adjust the second fold loosen the two thumbscrews on the lower fold plate. If the fold is too long slide the bar up to decrease the fold length. If the fold is too short slide the bar down to increase the fold length.

SETTING CUSTOM FOLDS

“Z” Type folds

Measure the length of panel “A” & “B”.

Adjust the upper fold plate so that the bar lines up with the measurements of panel “A” & “B”, for example: if panel “A” + “B” is 8 1/2” long move the bar up or down so that it lines up with the 8 1/2” mark on the fold plate.

Measure the length of panel “B”.

Adjust the lower fold plate so that the bar lines up with the measurements of panel “B”.

Load forms and press start (refer to OPERATION on page 5).

“C” Type Folds

Measure the length of panel “A”.

Adjust the upper fold plate so that the bar lines up with the measurements of panel “A”, for example: if panel “A” is 3 1/2” long move the bar up or down so that it lines up with the 3 1/2” mark on the fold plate.

Measure the length of panel “B”.

Adjust the lower fold plate so that the bar lines up with the measurements of panel “B”.

Load forms and press start (refer to OPERATION on page 5).

CLEARING THE PAPER PATH

WARNING: Turn machine off and unplug cord from its receptacle.

Jam in a fold plate

If a jam occurs in the fold plates, remove fold plate and remove paper.

If a jam occurs between the rollers remove any remaining forms from the hopper.

Remove the lower fold plate.

Take the jam clearing handle and insert it into one of the holes in the lower metal roller (Fig 6) and turn until the paper jam is clear.

Remove the damaged form and reinstall the lower fold plate.

ADJUSTING THE GATE TIP IN-FEED TENSION

If misfeeding occurs, the gate tip (Fig 7a) in-feed tension may need to be increased or decreased for proper feeding. If forms are hesitating at the infeed, the tension may need to be decreased. If multiple sheets are being pulled, the tension may need to be increased. A gate tip adjustment spring (Fig 7b) is located beneath the infeed tray. To increase the tension on the gate tip use needle nose pliers to reposition the spring one hole at a time toward the right. To decrease the tension, reposition the spring one hole at a time toward the left. Continue process until forms are feeding correctly.

Gate tip adjustment spring

RECOMMENDED MONTHLY MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Turn machine off and unplug cord from its receptacle.

If toner builds up on the metal sealer rollers, clean the rollers with a lint-free cloth dampened sparingly with a mild household cleaner. To access the rollers remove the upper and lower fold plates and top and rear covers, a Phillips head screwdriver is needed to remove covers (Fig 8).

Clean in-feed tire and fold rollers with recommended roller cleaner & rejuvenator to remove paper dust and toner. A damp cloth with water is the best alternative. CAUTION: Do not use any chemicals other than the roller cleaner & rejuvenator or water. To access the feed tire and fold rollers remove the upper and lower fold plates and top and rear covers, a Phillips head screwdriver is needed to remove covers.

TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

REMEDY

Machine plugged in, no power

Machine is off. Fold plate sensors are not engaged No power to the machine inlet.

Turn machine on Reset the fold plates into position Check the wall outlet Check power cord for frayed/broken wires. Check the fuse below the lower fold plate. Check all electrical connections Call for service

In-feed tires, separator, and/or fold rollers are dirty.

Clean the parts with approved roller cleaner and rejuvenator.

Sealer rollers are dirty.

Clean the rollers with approved cleaner

Forms are not set squarely on the in-feed tray. Forms are not centered on the in-feed tray. Fold plate stops are not square.

Reset the forms on the in-feed tray.

Fold plates are not inserted correctly.

Remove and reinstall fold plates. Be sure they’re properly positioned.

Black marks on the folded paper

Documents are wrinkled or crunched

Adjust side guides so that forms are centered on the feed tire Adjust fold stops to square

Piece of paper or other material is stuck Remove object from the fold plate. in the fold plate.

In-feed tray lever does not work

Jog forms to remove static electricity.

Feed tire or separator pad worn

Adjust infeed separator Replace feed tire and/or separator pad

Feed tire or separator worn

Adjust infeed separator Replace feed tire and/or separator pad