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WIRING DIAGRAM GC210

PART NUMBER

FIG. 1 M-S037020 2 M-S045320 3 M-S033053 4 WRA021073 5 M-S033067

PART LIST

DESCRIPTION 110V CORD 2 AMP BCS CIR. BREAKER SWITCH ON/OFF 110 V.A.C. BCS MOTOR MICRO SWITCH

QTY.

Operating Instructions

GC210

1.0 Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of the Martin Yale ® line of Business Card Slitters or Scoring/Perforating machines. With proper maintenance your unit will provide you with years of service. Upon receiving the machine verify that there are no signs of shipping damage on the exterior. If you feel the product may have been damaged in transit, contact the appropriate freight carrier immediately, then contact technical support at Martin Yale Industries, Inc. at 260-563-0641.

Upon opening the machine, verify that you have the following components.

2.0 Contents

  • Card Slitter Unit

251 Wedcor Avenue l Wabash, Indiana 46992 Phone (260) 563-0641 l Fax (260) 563-4575 Email: info@martinyale.com l Website: www.martinyale.com

  • Poly bag (waste)

Model: Serial No: Manuf. Date:

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3.0 Specifications

> Units will handle 65# to 100# cover stock, up to 11 point, 270 GSM stock. > Will cut up to 100# cover or linen stock > Max. Sheet Size 8 ½" X 11" > Speed: 375 finished cards per minute. > Dimensions: 17” x 11 3/4” x 38” > Weight: GC210 unit - 39 lbs. Cabinet - 53 lbs.

.500 [12.70] BETWEEN CUT

.250 [6.35] START CUT LINE

4.0 Set up from the carton to the table

Caution: The unit contains rotating blades and other dangerous items. Do not remove any safety cov-

ers from the machine. Be aware that loose jewelry, long hair and loose fitting clothes should be kept away from the unit.

  1. Turn the cabinet upright and remove the four screws from the cabinet sides. Place the metal cabinet top onto the cabinet as shown (Fig. 1) and re-install the four screws (Fig. 2). Do not overtighten or you may strip the threads.

.125 [3.18] BETWEEN CUT

STANDARD

2”x 3.5” FINISHED CARD

  1. Unpack the gutter cut unit from its shipping carton and place the units’ rubber feet into the four holes in the metal cabinet top. The unit should sit completely flat on the cabinet top (Fig. 3).

Placing unit on top

.500 [12.70] LEFT CUT LINE

.500 [12.70] LEFT CUT LINE

  1. Swing down the folding catch tray as shown to operate the unit (Fig 4). This catch tray should be stored in the closed position for safety when the machine is not in use.

Lowering the catch tray

  1. Insert the paper support tabs into the bottom feed shelf slots as shown (Fig. 5).

10-UP FORMAT GUTTER CUT

Attach the paper support

.250 [6.35] START CUT LINE

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5.0 Operation

Caution: The unit contains rotating blades and other dangerous items. Do not remove any safety cov-

ers from the machine. Be aware that loose jewelry, long hair and loose fitting clothes should be kept away from the unit.

1. Turn the rocker switch to "1" . The unit should begin running. If there is no power, try the following:

a. Check the electrical outlet to verify function. A good way to do this is to plug in another device that you know works.

b. If still no power, check that the circuit breaker has not tripped. Find the source of machine bind and correct. Allow machine to cool and push breaker in to reset.

c. Call the technical support division at Martin Yale Industries, Inc. at 260-563-0641.

10-UP FORMAT GUTTER CUT

  1. Adjust the paper guides on both the upper and lower shelves for proper placement of slitting locations (Fig. 6). The guides should be as close as possible to the stack of printed stock yet not be so tight as to create resistance to feeding.
  2. The sheet separator/retarder is preset at the factory to accommodate the most Adjusting the paper guides common stock thicknesses up to 100# cover. Do not allow the separator/retarder to contact the feed tire or damage may occur. Adjustment of the separators should be performed with the unit running and feeding material. Only one sheet feeding at a time will offer the best results. Note: If the machine is operated with the separator/retarder in contact with the feed wheels, the wheels could be damaged.

Each feed shelf has a pressure arm that maintains pressure on the card stock which creates friction on the feed tire. This adjustment is preset at the factory and normally does not need further adjustment. Note: An incorrect setting of the separator/retarder will make it appear as though you need adjustment of the pressure arm. Readjustment of the pressure arm for greater pressure may result in a harmonic vibration of the pressure arm and/or excessive feed tire wear if no stock is being fed for a period of time.

The first pass will cut the stock into two pieces at 31/2” x 11” and will stack in the catch tray as shown (Fig. 8). The scrap from these cuts will fall into the waste box during cutting. Note: first stack thickness not to exceed 5/16”.

  1. Remove the two stacks of strips and place together while keeping them oriented in the same direction (Fig. 9). Neatly square up the edges of the stack for preparation to insert into the upper feed shelf for the final cut.

Removing the first pass

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  1. While holding the stack edges square, insert the stack between the paper guides and push in until the stack is positioned onto the feed tire (Fig. 10). Note: second stack thickness not to exceed 5/8”.

6.0 Maintenance

Proper maintenance of your unit will prevent most situations that cause damage. Follow the steps below to maintain the unit.

Inserting the second pass

  1. The cards will exit the unit cut precisely at 2” x 3 1/2”, and stack up to 75 cards per stack (Fig. 11). The finished cards may now be removed and packaged (Fig. 12) .

Second pass stacking Removing finished cards

  1. Once every 60 days, clean all paper dust from the unit.
  2. Periodically, check the power cord of the machine for frays and pinches. Replace the cord should any damage be found.
  3. As needed, clean the feed wheels on the unit with a mild cleaner and a Scotch-Brite TM pad.
  4. Periodically clean the O-rings on the cutter shafts with a damp, soft cloth.
  5. In the event of blade removal during the life of the machine, a diagram of blade placement has been included for reassembly purposes. See Figure next page. CAUTION: The blade spacing and tension are extremely critical to the operation of any business card slitter. Only a qualified service technician should attempt blade removal/replacement.

7.0 Troubleshooting

If the stock is glossy the feed wheels of the machine may have grip issues. This is a common issue with friction fed units. If one side is not glossy, run the stock through with the glossy side facing up.

  1. If a jamming of the scrap does occur, promptly turn off the unit. Place the catch tray in the stored position and then raise the rear assembly to the upright position (Fig. 13). This will allow the scrap separating system to be accessed and able to remove any jammed scrap as shown in Fig. 14 The unit will not operate until the rear assembly is lowered back into its operating position.

8.0 Ordering Replacement Blades, Feed Tires or Bags

Lifting the rear assembly

  1. The waste box is easily accessed for emptying by opening the door on front of the base cabinet (Fig. 15) . A plastic waste bag has been supplied for your convenience.

To order replacement blades, feed tires or bags, please contact Martin Yale Industries Customer Service Dept. @ (260)563-0641 or (800)225-5644.

W-OGC1107 W-OGC1106 M-ODT1105 PB1 WRAGC0026 M-S023046 M-S025053

Gutter Blade .500 Gutter Blade .125 .501 ID Slitter Blade Replacement bags (Case of 100 bags) Feed Wheel Orange O Rings 95t Double Sided Belt

Removing the waste box

  1. Whenever possible, place a book or other weighted material on top of your freshly printed stock to prevent excessive curling of the material. If the material is curled and does not want to feed well, this unit comes with two top plates to be placed on top of the cardstock when positioned for feeding, but may also have inconsistent feeding (Fig. 16) . It is best for the stock to be flat and curl free to begin with.

Use of the top plate

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Quick start

  1. Fix the metal top on the cabinet with its four screws and set the unit's rubber feet in the four holes so it sits flat.
  2. Swing down the folding catch tray and insert the paper support tabs into the feed shelf slots.
  3. Turn the rocker switch to 1 to start the unit.
  4. Adjust the paper guides on both shelves close to the stack without causing feed resistance.
  5. Feed the 10-up sheets for the first pass (stack no thicker than 5/16"); they are cut into two 3 1/2" x 11" strips.
  6. Square the two strip stacks together in the same orientation and feed them in the upper shelf (no thicker than 5/8").
  7. Remove the finished 2" x 3 1/2" cards, which stack up to 75 per stack.

Troubleshooting

ProblemLikely causeFix (from the manual)
No power when switched onDead outlet or tripped circuit breaker.Test the outlet with another device. If the breaker tripped, find and correct the machine bind, let it cool, and push the breaker in to reset. Page 3
Glossy stock does not feed wellFeed wheels lose grip on glossy stock.If only one side is glossy, run it glossy side up. Page 4
Scrap jamsScrap caught in the scrap separating system.Turn off the unit, store the catch tray, raise the rear assembly and remove the scrap. Lower the rear assembly to operate again. Page 4
Curled stock feeds inconsistentlyFreshly printed stock has curled.Weight the stock to keep it flat, or use the supplied top plates on the cardstock. Page 4
Feed seems weak or the feed wheels get damagedSeparator/retarder set incorrectly or touching the feed tire.Adjust the separator with the unit running so only one sheet feeds at a time, without contacting the feed tire. Page 3

Frequently asked questions

What stock does the GC210 handle?

65# to 100# cover stock up to 11 point (270 GSM), including 100# cover or linen, at a maximum sheet size of 8 1/2" x 11". See page 2.

How fast is the GC210?

375 finished cards per minute. See page 2.

What card size and layout does it cut?

Standard 2" x 3.5" cards from a 10-up gutter-cut layout. See page 2.

What maintenance does it need?

Clean paper dust every 60 days, check the power cord for damage, clean the feed wheels with mild cleaner and a Scotch-Brite pad as needed, and wipe the cutter shaft O-rings with a damp cloth. See page 4.

What replacement parts are listed?

Gutter blades (.500 and .125), a .501 ID slitter blade, waste bags (case of 100), feed wheel, orange O-rings and a 95t double-sided belt. Part numbers are on page 4.