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SPECIFICATIONS
FUNCTION:
The Formax FD 210M Manual Paper Creaser is designed to prevent cracking in toner-based digital printouts. Creasing sheets prior to folding ensures a clean, professional finish and makes it easier for folding devices to fold with accuracy.
Maximum paper width:
Up to 18” (460mm)
Maximum paper thickness:
Width of crease:
Depth of crease:
Dimensions:
23.6” W x 19.29” D x 5” H (600 x 490 x 130mm)
Weight:
INSTALLATION AND SETUP
Check package for shipping damage. If there is shipping damage, do not discard the box.
Remove creaser from box and set on a level surface.
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OPERATION
Loosen thumbscrews on each side guide. Slide side guides to correct location based on desired placement of crease. Tighten thumbscrews.
Load paper by sliding through creasing channel under mechanism cover.
Once the paper is aligned between the side guides, grasp creasing handle and push downward, then release. Handle will return to upper position. NOTE: Do not push too hard. Excessive force is not required to create the crease, and may damage creasing mechanism.
TWO-PART CREASING (BOOK SPINE CREASING):
- Measure sheet to be creased.
- Move right side guide to correct location and tighten thumbscrew.
- Align page to right side guide and press down handle to crease.
- For second crease, move left side guide to correct location and tighten thumbscrew.
- Align page to left side guide and press down handle to crease.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
To avoid injury, do not place fingers into the creasing channel.
To avoid damage to the unit, do not place any objects other than paper into the creasing channel.
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Quick start
- Check the package: Check for shipping damage. If there is damage, do not discard the box.
- Set up: Remove the creaser from the box and set it on a level surface.
- Set the side guides: Loosen the thumbscrews on each side guide. Slide the guides to the crease location you want. Tighten the thumbscrews.
- Load paper: Slide the paper through the creasing channel under the mechanism cover.
- Crease: Align the paper between the side guides. Push the creasing handle downward, then release. It returns to the upper position.
- Two-part crease (book spine): Crease against the right side guide first. Then move the left side guide into place, tighten its thumbscrew, and crease again.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Creasing mechanism may be damaged. | The handle was pushed too hard. | Do not push too hard. Excessive force is not required to create the crease. Page 4 |
| Possible damage to the unit. | Objects other than paper were placed in the creasing channel. | Do not place any objects other than paper into the creasing channel. Page 4 |
| Risk of injury. | Fingers were placed into the creasing channel. | Do not place fingers into the creasing channel. Page 4 |
| Crease is not where you want it. | The side guides are not positioned correctly. | Loosen the thumbscrews, slide the side guides to the correct location, and tighten the thumbscrews. Page 4 |
| Unit arrives with shipping damage. | The package was damaged in shipping. | Check the package on arrival. If there is shipping damage, do not discard the box. Page 3 |
Frequently asked questions
What does the Formax FD 210M do?
It creases sheets to prevent cracking in toner-based digital printouts. Creasing before folding gives a clean finish and helps folding devices fold accurately. See page 3.
What is the maximum paper width?
The maximum paper width is up to 18 inches (460mm). See page 3.
How do I set where the crease goes?
Loosen the thumbscrew on each side guide, slide the guides to the desired crease location, and tighten the thumbscrews. See page 4.
How do I make a book spine crease?
Use two-part creasing. Crease against the right side guide, then move the left side guide and crease again. See page 4.
How hard should I push the handle?
Push downward and release. Excessive force is not needed and may damage the creasing mechanism. See page 4.
