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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TOPIC
PAGE
DESCRIPTION, SPECIFICATIONS
UNPACKING, SETUP
OPERATION
UPPER & LOWER FOLD PLATE REMOVAL
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
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DESCRIPTION
FUNCTION
The FD 320 Folder is designed to perform a wide variety of folds using a variety of paper weights. The fold plates are manually adjusted for standard folds and custom folds.
SPECIFICATIONS
SPEED:
Up to 11,000 sheets per hour
MAXIMUM PAPER SIZE:
MINIMUM PAPE SIZE: FOLD TYPES: HOPPER CAPACITY: WEIGHT: POWER:
11.75” x 18” (298 x 457 mm) 3.125” x 4” (79.4 x 101.6 mm) Letter, Accordion, Half, and Custom Folds Up to 250 sheets 20# 55 lbs. (25 kg) FD Model: 120V, 60Hz, 3Amps FE Model: 220V, 50Hz, 2Amps
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UNPACKING
Check package for shipping damage. If there is shipping damage, do not discard the box.
CAUTION: Two people must lift machine out of the box.
- Unfold the infeed paper tray (part 1, figure 1 below) and insert the paper ramp (part 2) into place.
- Remove packing material from lower fold plate (part 3) and ensure proper installation.
- Plug cord into wall outlet.
- Turn machine on by turning the speed control knob (part 4) to the right.
SETUP AND DESCRIPTION
Paper Guides: Adjust the paper guides so the center of the sheet is aligned with the feed roller and paper can slide freely between the guides without excessive play. To adjust, grip the guides at the top and bottom where they are held in place on the cross shaft and slide into position. NOTE: Improper setting of the paper guides may cause inconsistent folding or skewed folds.
Speed Control (Part #4): The speed control is a combination on/off switch and speed control and is variable to control sheets per hour. In general, faster speeds are more suitable for heavier stock and slower speeds for lighter stock. NOTE: Always make final fold adjustments at the speed you intend to fold.
Stacking Wheels (Part #5): The function of the stacking wheels, which are located on the conveyor table, is to arrange the folded sheets into an overlapping stack. Position the stacking wheel assembly so that the leading edge of the folded sheet touches the wheels when the trailing edge just falls onto the conveyor table.
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OPERATION
Adjusting the fold plates: To adjust fold plates to desired fold and length of paper, first loosen the two thumbscrews on each of the two fold plates. Second, align the center bar so the marks on each side of the fold plates match up.
Letter, accordion and half folds are clearly marked on each fold plate with blue lines. An adjustment can be made by loosening the thumbscrew and slightly moving the center bar up or down. Tighten the thumbscrews before operation.
For a “half” fold you must remove the lower fold plate and rotate it 180 degrees and reinsert the fold plate.
NOTE: Remember to tighten the thumbscrews and replace the fold plates before operating.
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UPPER & LOWER FOLD PLATE REMOVAL
Removing upper fold plate: Using both hands (putting one hand on the front of the fold plate and one on the end of the fold plate) holding firmly lift end of plate ½” and pull the fold plate back in the same angle. (Fig. 1)
Installing upper fold plate: Slide fold plate on the top of the upper guide pins and ensure that the lower guide pins are in the slots of the front of the fold plate pushing in and then down until plate locks into place. (Fig. 2)
Removing lower fold plate: (fig 3)Holding end of lower fold plate lift then pull back.
Installing lower fold plate: (fig 4)Place lower fold plate on top of lower support rod, slide fold plate up between the upper support rod and the bottom of the paper ramp insure that fold plate locks into place.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM:
POSSIBLE CAUSE:
SOLUTION:
Folder will not start
Machine not plugged into an active wall outlet Speed control not turned on Fuse blown Fold plate not inserted
Plug machine into an active outlet
Paper will not feed
Paper guides too tight
Adjust the paper guides so a single sheet of paper slides freely between the guides without excessive play
Stacking wheels improperly set
Realign the stacker wheels
Excessive side play between paper guides and paper edges Paper not square Infeed table not square
Adjust paper guides and skew adjust
Turn speed control on Replace blown fuse Insert fold plate
Readjust the paper in the infeed tray Adjust table by turning the skew adjust knob back and fourth until skew is eliminated
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Quick start
- Two people should lift the machine out of the box.
- Unfold the infeed paper tray, insert the paper ramp and remove packing material from the lower fold plate.
- Plug in and turn the machine on by turning the speed control knob to the right.
- Adjust the paper guides so the sheet is centered on the feed roller and slides freely without excessive play.
- Loosen the fold plate thumbscrews, align the center bar to the blue marks for your fold, and tighten. For a half fold, rotate the lower fold plate 180 degrees.
- Position the stacking wheels so the leading edge of a folded sheet touches them as the trailing edge falls onto the conveyor.
- Make final fold adjustments at the speed you intend to run.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Folder will not start | Not plugged into an active outlet, speed control not turned on, blown fuse, or fold plate not inserted. | Plug into an active outlet, turn the speed control on, replace the blown fuse, or insert the fold plate. Page 8 |
| Paper will not feed | Paper guides too tight or stacking wheels improperly set. | Adjust the paper guides so a single sheet slides freely, and realign the stacker wheels. Page 8 |
| Skewed folds | Excessive side play at the paper guides, paper not square, or infeed table not square. | Adjust the paper guides, readjust the paper in the infeed tray, and turn the skew adjust knob back and forth until skew is eliminated. Page 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What paper sizes does the FD 320 fold?
From 3.125" x 4" (79.4 x 101.6 mm) up to 11.75" x 18" (298 x 457 mm) (page 4).
How fast is the FD 320?
Up to 11,000 sheets per hour, with a hopper capacity of up to 250 sheets of 20# paper (page 4).
What speed should I use?
The speed control is variable. Faster speeds generally suit heavier stock and slower speeds suit lighter stock (page 5).
How do I remove the upper fold plate?
With one hand on the front and one on the end, lift the end of the plate 1/2" and pull it back at the same angle (page 7).
