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Square IT Squareback Booklet Finisher
OPERATOR MANUAL
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Table of contents
Getting to know the Square IT
Main components The control panel
Making square folds Bypass mode Stacker full sensor Operating
Cleaning the feed belts
Clearing jams Troubleshooting
Making Square Folds
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- Introduction
1.1 Operational safety
Attention to the following notes ensures the continued safe operation of your equipment.
Always connect the equipment to a properly grounded power source receptacle. In doubt, have the receptacle checked by a qualified electrician.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electrical shock.
Always follow all warnings marked on, or supplied with, the equipment.
Always locate the equipment on a solid support surface with adequate strength for the weight of the machine.
Always exercise care in moving or relocating the equipment.
Always keep magnets and all devices with strong magnetic fields away from the machine.
Never use a ground adapter plug to connect the equipment to a power source receptacle that lacks a ground connection terminal.
Never attempt any maintenance function that is not specifically described in this documentation.
Never remove the covers or guards that are fastened with screws.
Never install the unit near a radiator or any other heat source.
Never override or “cheat” electrical or mechanical interlock devices.
Never operate the equipment if you notice unusual noises or odors. Disconnect the power cord from the power source receptacle and call your customer service engineer to correct the problem.
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- Getting to know the Square IT
This chapter contains basic information about the Square IT and its components.
- Manual feed tray
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2.1 Main Components cont.
- Stacker full sensor
- Main Power switch
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2.2 Control Panel
The control panel of the Square IT has one button to select the different modes. The control panel also has a number of indicators to display the operation mode and to display if a jam occurs.
- Mode 1: 6 to 10 sheets *
- Mode 2: 11 to 15 sheets *
- Mode 3: 16 to 24 sheets*
- Mode select button
- Bypass mode: 0 to 5 sheets
Note:
- 80 gsm or 20 lb bond
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- Making square folds
Description The Square IT takes your normal booklets and makes them look more like perfect bound (glue bound) books. The output lays flat for easy packing and you are also able to print on the back (spine) of the book for easy retrieval in bookshelves. The Square IT runs up to 1800 sets / hour depending on which mode that is selected.
3.1 Square fold booklets
In order to produce optimum book quality the Square IT unit operates in 3 different modes depending on the thickness of the book. Select mode by pressing the mode select button.
Mode selection guide lines
- Mode 1 for 6–10 sheets (80 gsm or 20 lb bond stock)
- Mode 2 for 11–15 sheets (80 gsm or 20 lb bond stock)
- Mode 3 for 16 or more (80 gsm or 20 lb bond stock)
3.2 Bypass mode
Forming the spine square is not adviseable for booklets containing 5 sheets or less. Select bypass mode when making booklets with less than 6 sheets, or when no forming of the spine is desired.
3.3 Stacker full Sensor
The Square IT is equipped with a stacker full sensor. In mode 1 and 2, stacker full signal appears 30 booklets after the stacker full sensor has been blocked. In mode 3 and Bypass, stacker full signal appears 20 booklets after the stacker full sensor has been blocked. Whenever the books are removed the count starts from zero again. If the stacker full function is not desired, disconnect the stacker full plug from its receptacle.
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3.4 Operating the Square IT
Switch on the Main Power Switch. Place a finished booklet on the stacker. Adjust the stacker by lifting up rear end and move it in/outwards to fit the booklet. Select mode according to section 3.1/3.2. The Square IT is now set up to receive booklets delivered from the Trimmer or fed by hand.
Adjust the manual feed tray side guide to the width of the booklet. Place the booklet on the manual feed tray and gently push it in (spine first). The feed belts energize automatically and pulls the booklet into the Square IT. When the book exits the Square IT, the next booklet can be fed.
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- Maintenance
4.1 Cleaning the Feed Belts
Clean the feed belts using a mild soap detergent every 10,000 sets or earlier if needed.
- Troubleshooting
5.1 Clearing Jam
Open top cover, lift up both infeed belts and take out the jammed booklets.
Place feed belts in their normal position and close the top cover.
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5.2 Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
POSSIBLECAUSES
ThejamindicationLEDJaminside isflashing . module .
ACTION
Openthetopcoverand takeoutthejammed s e t . Seesection 5 . 1 . Clearthestackerfrom booklets .
Thereisprintresidue onthecoverofthe booklets .
Thereisprintresidueonthe belts .
Cleanthefeedbelt accordingtosection 4 . 1 .
Thereisprintresidue onthespine .
Runsetswithwhite covers ( notprinted ) until residuedisappears .
Thebookletisnotenough pressed .
Correctthemode . Changetohighermode 2 o r 3 .
Thebookletispressedtoo much .
Correctthemode . Changetolowermode 2 o r 1 .
Whenthebookletispressed toomuch , thefoldcan becomecorrugated . Especiallyonbooklets containingfewsheets .
Correctthemode . Changetomode 2 , 1 o r bypass .
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Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3
Upto 2 4 sheetsof 8 0 g s m ( 9 6 pagebook ) ( 2 0 lbbond )
Dimension ( HxWxD )
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Quick start
- Connect the Square IT to a properly grounded outlet and switch on the Main Power Switch.
- Place a finished booklet on the stacker and adjust the stacker in or out to fit it.
- Press the mode select button: Mode 1 for 6–10 sheets, Mode 2 for 11–15 sheets, Mode 3 for 16 or more, or Bypass for 5 sheets or fewer (20 lb bond).
- Adjust the manual feed tray side guide to the booklet width.
- Gently push the booklet in spine first; the feed belts start automatically. Feed the next booklet once the previous one exits.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Jam indication LED is flashing | Jam inside the module. | Open the top cover, lift both infeed belts, remove the jammed set, return the belts and close the cover. Clear the stacker of booklets. Page 13 |
| Print residue on booklet covers | Print residue on the belts. | Clean the feed belts with a mild soap detergent. Page 13 |
| Print residue on the spine | Not stated. | Run sets with white (unprinted) covers until the residue disappears. Page 13 |
| Booklet is not pressed enough | Mode too low for the booklet thickness. | Change to a higher mode (2 or 3). Page 13 |
| Booklet is pressed too much or the fold is corrugated | Mode too high, especially on booklets with few sheets. | Change to a lower mode (2, 1 or bypass). Page 13 |
Frequently asked questions
How fast is the Square IT?
Up to 1,800 sets per hour depending on the mode selected. See page 10.
Which mode should I use?
Mode 1 for 6–10 sheets, Mode 2 for 11–15 sheets and Mode 3 for 16 or more sheets of 20 lb bond; use Bypass for 5 sheets or fewer. See page 10.
When does the stacker full signal appear?
In modes 1 and 2, 30 booklets after the sensor is blocked; in mode 3 and Bypass, 20 booklets. Unplug the stacker full plug to disable it. See page 10.
How often should the feed belts be cleaned?
Every 10,000 sets, or sooner if needed, using a mild soap detergent. See page 12.
