User's Manual

INTRODUCTION
The Logan Platinum Edge Mat Cutter (Model 850, 855 & 860) is designed specifically with the framer in mind. All the materi-
als are heavy-duty to withstand the rigors of professional mat cutting and to provide the accuracy framers demand.
Features include super-smooth cutting head glides, 4- and 8-ply cutting capability, quick-change magnetic blade cartridges,
micro-adjustable moving magnetic stop, 32” (81cm) removable scaled squaring arm, and heavy-duty all-metal construction
with aluminum base. Use Logan Replacement Blade Model 267.
We are confident that the quality, accuracy and dependability of the Platinum Edge will be everything you expect in a profes-
sional mat cutter.
This instructional manual is written to acquaint you thoroughly with this product. Referred to at the outset, it will answer many
questions that may arise during use. You will find that the time taken will be well worth it and you will be cutting top quality
mats in no time.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Out Of Box Set Up .............................................................................................................................1
Changing/Installing Mat Cutter Blades ................................................................................................2
Cutting A Beveled Mat ........................................................................................................................3
Line to Line Method .....................................................................................................3
Production Stops Method ..............................................................................................4
Platinum Edge Precision Mat Cutter Diagram ......................................................................................6
Sizing The Mat Board ......................................................................................................................... 7
Making Adjustments ..........................................................................................................................8
Re-squaring the Squaring Arm .....................................................................................8
Cutting Head ...............................................................................................................9
Bevel Blade Tip Adjustment Screw.................................................................................10
Production Stop Micro-Adjustments ............................................................................... 10
Mat Guide ...................................................................................................................10
Re-Parallel the Mat Guide ............................................................................................10
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................11
Warranty ...........................................................................................................................................12
Quality Commitment .......................................................................................................................... 13
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