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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TOPIC
PAGE
SPECIFICATIONS, UNPACKING & SET-UP
OPERATION
SIDE STAPLING
SAFETY GUIDELINES
PARTS LIST
BASE SECTION
BINDING & FOLDING SECTION
DRIVING SECTION 1
DRIVING SECTION 2
FOLDING KNIFE SECTION
EXTERIOR SECTION
WIRING DIAGRAM
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SPECIFICATIONS
FUNCTION:
The Formax FD 160 Tabletop Booklet Maker offers an easy-to-use solution for creating booklets in small-run or in-plant applications. It’s lightweight, portable, and sets up in seconds.
Sheet Capacity: Paper Size: Dimensions: Weight: Voltage:
Staples and folds up to 12 sheets of 20# bond 10.25” - 18.5” L x 7.75” - 11.75” W 20” L x 15.5” W x 6” H 41 lbs. 115 Volts AC, 60 Hz
UNPACKING & SET-UP
Check package for shipping damage. If there is shipping damage, do not discard the box.
- Remove unit from box, along with stapling handle.
- To install stapling handle, hook the cur curved end under the main hol ding shaft between the stapling heads, then press onto the sub-holding shaft until it clicks into place.
- To install staples, lift handle and bring stapling heads back away from center of unit. Open each stapler head like a traditional stapler. Insert staples, close and return to original position.
- Connect power cable to appropriate electrical outlet.
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OPERATION
Switch machine on to activate rollers. Choose the correct staple position according to the sheet size. They will click into place along the holding shafts. Set the paper guides. Place the sheets under the rollers and align them to side guide A. Set the sliding paper guides to hold sheets in position. Press down the stapling handle to complete stapling. Lift up the stapling handle and fi rmly press down to the other side and hold. The stapled sheets will be fed up through the fold rollers to complete the booklet. Repeat steps 2-6 for additional booklets. Switch off power after completing project.
SIDE STAPLING
Switch machine on. Choose and set the staple position according to the sheet size. Depending on the staple position, align the sheets to side guide A or side guide B. Set side distance and hold the sheets in place. Press down the stapling handle. Repeat steps 2-5 for additional side stapling.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
- When machine is running, keep hands away from the rollers.
- Do not remove any covers. The machine contains high-voltage parts and hazardous moving parts, which may cause electrical shock or personal injury.
- Don’t touch the motor, the surface may be hot during operation.
- Always turn off and clean machine after use.
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PARTS LIST - BASE SECTION
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
BASE ASSEMBLY
PLATE
PLATE
SCALE
BRACKET
RACK
FELT
SIDE GUIDE
PINION
PART
(CANNOT BE
ORDERED SEPARATELY - ORDER BASE ASSEMBLY)
BMT10
SPRING PLATE
BMT13
ANVIL
SCREW
RUBBER FOOT
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BINDING & FOLDING SECTION
ITEM
PART
DESCRIPTION
BMT6
QTY.
FOLDING ASSEMBLY
SPRING C
STOPPER
SLIDER B
COLLAR
LEVER COLLAR (BIG)
LEVER
ROLLER
SPROCKET IV
SLIDER F
ROLLER
LEVER COLLAR (SMALL)
COLLAR
STAPLER HEAD
STAPLER ASSEMBLY
HANDLE
BALL RETAINER
BUSH
(CANNOT BE
ORDERED SEPARATELY - ORDER BASE ASSEMBLY)
BMT1
BMT25
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DRIVING SECTION 1
ITEM
PART
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
FRAME F
PLATE
PLATE
SHAFT BRACKET
BMT5
DOUBLE - SPROCKET ASSEMBLY
BMT7
GEAR 1
CHAIN 1
SPROCKET 1
BMT4
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DRIVING SECTION 2
ITEM
PART
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
FRAME B
BLOCK
SPRING T
SPROCKET III
CHAIN
SPROCKET V
GEAR
BMT8
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FOLDING KNIFE SECTION
ITEM
PART
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
LEVER B
FOLDING BLADE
REINFORCING PLATE
BALL RETAINER
STOPPER
LEVER F
SPRING T
HOLDER
BLOCK
BRACKET
SHAFT
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EXTERIOR SECTION
ITEM
PART
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
BMT2
SIDE COVER
BASE PLATE
SAFETY COVER
BRACKET
BMT3
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Quick start
- Remove unit from box, along with stapling handle.
- To install stapling handle, hook the cur curved end under the main hol ding shaft between the stapling heads, then press onto the sub-holding shaft until it clicks into place.
- To install staples, lift handle and bring stapling heads back away from center of unit. Open each stapler head like a traditional stapler. Insert staples, close and return to original position.
- Connect power cable to appropriate electrical outlet.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Shipping damage found when unpacking | The package was damaged in shipping. | Do not discard the box. Check the package for shipping damage when you open it. Page 4 |
| Stapling handle will not stay on | The handle may not be installed correctly. | Hook the curved end under the main holding shaft between the stapling heads. Then press it onto the sub-holding shaft until it clicks into place. Page 4 |
| Staples are not loaded | The stapler heads have no staples. | Lift the handle and bring the stapling heads back away from center. Open each head like a traditional stapler, insert staples, close and return it to its original position. Page 4 |
| Staples land in the wrong place on the sheets | The staple position does not match the sheet size. | Choose the staple position for the sheet size. The heads click into place along the holding shafts. Set the paper guides and align the sheets to side guide A. Page 5 |
| Motor feels hot | The motor surface may be hot during operation. | Do not touch the motor. Keep hands away from the rollers while the machine runs. Do not remove any covers. Page 5 |
Frequently asked questions
How many sheets can the FD 160 staple and fold?
It staples and folds up to 12 sheets of 20# bond. See page 4.
What paper sizes does the FD 160 accept?
The manual lists 10.25 to 18.5 inches long by 7.75 to 11.75 inches wide. See page 4.
Can the FD 160 do side stapling?
Yes. Set the staple position for the sheet size, align the sheets to side guide A or B, and press down the stapling handle. See page 5.
What power does the FD 160 need?
It runs on 115 Volts AC, 60 Hz. Connect the power cable to an appropriate electrical outlet. See page 4.
What should I do after I finish a project?
Switch off the power. The manual says to always turn off and clean the machine after use. See page 5.
