TF MEGA-A FOLDER Instruction Manual Be sure to read this manual prior to use. Please leave this manual at the site of use for easy reference.
Introduction Be sure to read this manual prior to using the product. After reading, leave the manual at the site of use for easy reference whenever questions related to the product arise in the future. Symbols In this manual, several symbols are used to indicate important warnings. Please make sure to read instructions accompanied by these symbols. These symbols have the following meanings. Describes instructions which must be followed in use.
For EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY HEFTER Systemform GmbH, Am Mühlbach 6, 83209 Prien am Chiemsee, Germany, declares that the product (or products) complies with the provisions defined in the regulations. The reference table is mentioned below.
For North America Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
For EU Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment Eliminación de residuos de aparatos eléctricos y electrónicos This symbol (the symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin) indicates that in European countries this product should not be disposed of as household waste. Este símbolo (un cubo de basura tachado) indica que en los países europeos este producto no deberá eliminarse como si se tratara de un residuo doméstico.
Safety Precautions Safety Precautions In this manual, operations and handling of the unit which are hazardous are described using the following marks to prevent personal injury or property damage to the user and others. Ignoring this mark could result in the possibility of serious injury or even death. Ignoring this mark could result in the possibility of injury or physical damage. This mark indicates a “Warning” or “Caution”.
Safety Precautions Operating Environment Operate this unit in the following environment.
Safety Precautions Maintenance / Other Do not damage the power cord or power plug. Do not scratch, alter, bend, twist, pull or place heavy objects on the power cord or power plug. This could result in damage, a fire or an electrical shock. Do not touch the power switch with wet hands. Otherwise electric hazards may occur. Do not remove the cover or back panel. This unit contains high-voltage components that could cause an electrical shock. Do not disassemble, modify or repair this unit.
Safety Precautions WARNING / CAUTION Labels "WARNING" and "CAUTION" labels are pasted on the machine to ensure user safety. Do not remove or change them. When the labels become dirty or are lost, be sure to contact your dealer for a new one. EU H North America H When changing a fuse, make sure that the fuse rating is same as that indicated on this label.
Contents Safety Precautions..............................................i Power Supply..................................................................................i Operating Environment............................................................ii Maintenance / Other................................................................ iii WARNING / CAUTION Labels................................................. iv Contents 6. Correcting Folding Misalignment........ 3-20 6-1. 6-2.
Chapter1 Before Operation 1.
Chapter1 Before Operation 2. Setting Up the Machine 2-1. Components [1] [2] [4] [7] No. [3] [5] 120 V (For North America) Name [6] 220 to 240 V (For EU) Qty. Remark [1] First folding plate 1 Attached to the right upper section on the operator's side. [2] Second folding plate 1 Attached to the right lower section on the operator's side. [3] Instruction manual 1 This manual [4] Scale label 1 Used to measure non-standard size paper. Attach the scale.
Chapter1 Before Operation 2-2. Removing the Press Release Lever The press release levers are attached to the unit at shipment to prevent the rubber roll from becoming distorted. Be sure to remove them when setting up the machine. The two types of press levers are attached to either side of the rubber roll.
Chapter1 Before Operation 2-3. Locking the Bearing Support Levers The bearing support levers are released at shipment to prevent the rubber roll from becoming distorted. After removing the press release levers, be sure to lock the bearing. 1 2 Unfold the paper receiving tray. Unfold the support paper feed plate. • If you unfold the support paper feed plate before unfolding the paper receiving tray, the paper receiving stopper may be damaged. Make sure that you unfold the paper receiving tray first.
Chapter1 Before Operation 5 Turn the bearing support lever on the non-operator’s side in the direction of the arrow. Non-operator’s side The bearing will be locked. Because the bearing support lever presses down the rubber roll, if it is not locked, thick paper may not be folded properly. 6 Close the top cover. 2-4. 1 Bearing support lever Attaching the Parts Attach the second folding plate. 1) Move the lock lever of the second folding plate to the position of “UNLOCK.
Chapter1 Before Operation 2 3 Attach the first folding plate. 1) Move the lock lever of the first folding plate to the position of “UNLOCK.” 2) Slide the first folding plate to the machine along the shaft on each side of the frame, then insert the U-shaped gutter on the edge of each side into the shaft located on the back of the frame. 3) Move the lock lever to the position of “LOCK.
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Chapter1 Before Operation No. [1] Name First folding plate [2] Control panel [3] Second folding plate [4] [5] Power switch Paper receiving tray Function Guide plate for deciding a paper folding position. First folding is made using this plate. Used when operating the machine. Error messages are also displayed on the LCD display. Paper folded at the first folding plate is sent to the second folding plate. Second folding is made using this plate. This plate is not used when folding paper into two.
Chapter1 Before Operation 4. Describing Control Panel [15] No. [1] Name Counter/LCD display [2] key [3] [4] key, key key key [5] [4] [3] [2] Function A paper size, folding mode, the number of folded paper or error messages are displayed. When pressed, the machine stops. When pressed, the machine starts folding operations. • When the machine is stopped with paper on the paper feed tray, pressing this key for more than two seconds makes the counted number return to "0.
Chapter1 Before Operation 5. Screen Menus The top screen is a screen displayed first when you turn on the power. For EU [1] Single fold Count:0 A3 [2] [3] [4] For North America [1] Single fold Count:0 LD [2] [3] [4] No. [1] Name Folding mode [2] Paper size [3] Count mode [4] The number of folded paper Function Displays a currently selected folding mode. The default setting is [Single fold]. Displays a currently selected mode. The default setting is [A3] (EU)/ [LD] (North America).
Chapter1 Before Operation 6. Handling Paper 6-1. • Paper Used Make sure that the printing ink on the paper has dried completely prior to use. • If used without the ink completely dried, the folding roller or paper may become dirty. • Paper printed with special ink may cause the swelling and deformation of the rubber rolls, leading to folding misalignment.
Chapter1 Before Operation • When stacking just a few sheets of paper on the paper feed tray, lower the paper set lever while pressing the lead edge of the paper against the guide plate.
Chapter1 Before Operation 7. Emergency Stop Do not put neither hands nor fingers inside the machine during operation. You also need to be careful not to get your hair, accessories and wear caught in the machine. An emergency stop device to ensure safety has been installed to the top cover. Opening the cover during operations will stop the machine. To resume operations, follow the procedures below. 1 Close the top cover. 2 Press the Top cover key. Operations will start.
Chapter2 Basic Operation Memo 1. Chapter2 Basic Operation Standard Folding of Standard Paper 1-1. Standard Paper For EU There are six types of standard paper sizes; A3, B4, A4, B5, A5, and B6. Paper Size Long×Wide (mm) Paper Size Long×Wide (mm) A3 420×297 B4 364×257 A4 297×210 B5 257×182 A5 210×148 B6 182×128 These sizes except A4 and B5 are detected as standard paper only when stacked with short edge feed.
Chapter2 Basic Operation 1-2. Standard Folding There are six types of standard folding modes: single fold, double fold, irregular accordion fold (fold out), letter fold, accordion fold (z-fold) and gate fold. Paper is folded as shown below when the paper is placed on the paper feed tray with its print side facing upward. Paper feed direction Paper ejection direction 1-3.
Chapter2 Basic Operation 3 Raise the paper set lever and place some paper on the paper feed tray. Paper Guide plate Push in the paper until its lead edge touches the guide plate. The message "No paper" displayed on the LCD dispaly disappears. Fan the paper well and stack them neatly at the center of the paper feed tray. Paper set lever 4 After pressing the side guide to each side of the paper lightly, tighten the screws to secure the side guides.
Chapter2 Basic Operation following order with a figure: Single fold, Double fold, Fold out (irregular accordion fold), Letter fold, Z fold (accordion fold), Gate fold 8 Move the paper feed pressure adjustment knob to "0." Move the knob to the right or left while pulling it upward. If the paper slips and no paper is conveyed, change the paper feed pressure to “1.” If several sheets of paper are fed at the same time (double-feed), decrease the paper feed pressure to “–1.” 9 10 Open the top cover.
Chapter2 Basic Operation 13 14 Check the finish of test folding. Check for folding misalignment using the second test folded sample. If folding misalignments occur, refer to Chapter 3 "ADVANCED OPERATION"“5. Correcting Folding Misalignment” ( p.3-20 ). ). Depending on the count mode you choose, the procedures to follow will change. Use the subtract count mode to specify the number of sheets to be processed. Otherwise use the add count. Subtract count mode: go to step 14. Add count mode: go to step 16.
Chapter2 Basic Operation Add count mode: Press the key to interrupt or stop the operations. Pressing the key again will resume operations. When there is no paper on the paper feed tray, the machine will stop automatically and the counted number and "No paper" will be displayed. When paper is loaded on the paper feed tray, the counted number, paper size, and the folding mode will be displayed. If you press the C key for more than two seconds, the counter returns to "0.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 1. Chapter3 Advanced Operation Standard Folding of Special Paper Do not put neither hands nor fingers inside the machine during operation. You also need to be careful not to get your hair, accessories and wear caught in the machine. 1-1. Single Folding Thick Paper When folding fine quality thick paper 104.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation Operation Procedures ( p2-2). After completing single folding of thick paper, turn off and on the power to return the folding stopper to its original position. If thin paper is single-folded before doing this procedure, the thin paper will not be folded neatly. 1-2. Double Folding Thick Paper When folding fine quality thick paper 104.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 4 Lower the paper set lever. The paper feed tray will be raised. Make sure that you lower the paper set lever. If you start operations without the paper set lever lowered, the paper feed rings will run idle, causing the machine to stop. 5 6 7 8 Press the size. Press the key to select a paper Single fold Count:0 A3 key to select [Double fold].
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 10 Press the key again for test folding and check the finish of test folding. Check for folding misalignment using the second test folded sample. If folding misalignments occur, refer to Chapter 3 "ADVANCED OPERATION"“5. Correcting Folding Misalignment” ( p.3-20). 11 After completing adjustments, set the count mode either to the add count or to the subtract count, then press the key to start folding operations. Refer to Chapter2 "Basic Operation" “1.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 2 Attach the guide plate unit to the innermost center between the two paper ejection belts. Paper ejection belt Guide plate unit Guide plate unit Paper ejection belt 3 Move the stacker rollers to "4." While pressing the key, press the change [SR set] to [4] from [5]. 4 key to SR set 4 Press the key for test folding and check if the paper is ejected smoothly. If mis-feed or double-feed occurs, refer to Chapter2 "Basic Operation" “1.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 7 After completing adjustments, set the count mode either to the add count or to the subtract count, then press the key to start folding operations. Refer to Chapter2 "Basic Operation" “1.Standard Folding of Standard Paper” "1-3. Operation Procedures ( p.2-2). 8 After completing the work, remove the guide plate unit. • Leaving the guide plate unit attached may result in problems when other types of paper are used. • When folding fine quality paper 52.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 2. Custom Folding of Standard Paper Do not put neither hands nor fingers inside the machine during operation. You also need to be careful not to get your hair, accessories and wear caught in the machine. Custom folding is the method of folding paper where you specify the folding stoppers of the first and second folding plates. The following describes the custom folding procedures taking accordion fold as an example.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 4 Lower the paper set lever. The paper feed tray will be raised. Make sure that you lower the paper set lever. If you start operations without the paper set lever lowered, the paper feed rings will run idle, causing the machine to stop. Paper set lever 5 Fold a piece of paper as desired and measure the dimensions of the A, B and C. Accordion fold (example) The folding sizes should be within the following ranges. A: 40 to 325 mm/1.57 to 12.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 9 Move the stacker rollers to the appropriate position referring to the following Table of Stacker Rollers Position. Stacker roller While pressing the key, press the to set [SR set] to a disired value. or key SR Use the table just as a reference. You may need fine adjustments according to various conditions such as environmental conditions (temperature, humidity), paper quality, paper thickness, paper fiber direction, cutting accuracy and printing conditions.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation Table of Stacker Rollers Position (North America) Stacker Rollers Position 10 Length of Folded Paper (C) Folding Mode 1 7.0 to 8.5 inches LD: single fold, irregular accordion fold (fold out), gate fold Single folded paper larger than LD 2 6.0 to 7.0 inches LG: Irregular accordion fold (fold out), gate fold 3 5.0 to 6.0 inches LT: single fold, irregular accordion fold (fold out) gate fold LD: letter fold, accordion fold (Z fold) 4 4.0 to 5.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 3. Standard Folding of Non-Standard Size Paper Do not put neither hands nor fingers inside the machine during operation. You also need to be careful not to get your hair, accessories and wear caught in the machine. Paper other than the standard size paper are called non-standard size paper. The paper size that can be used as non-standard size paper is as follows. Maximum: 297 (W) x 432 (L) mm/11.69 (W) x 17.00 (L) inches Minimum: 128 (W) x 182 (L) mm/5.04 (W) x 7.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 4 After pressing the side guide to each side of the paper lightly, tighten the screws to secure the side guides. Side guide Fixing screw Fixing screw Side guide 5 Lower the paper set lever. The paper feed tray will be raised. Make sure that you lower the paper set lever. If you start operations without the paper set lever lowered, the paper feed rings will run idle, causing the machine to stop. Paper set lever 6 7 8 9 Press the to [LP].
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 11 Check the finish of test folding. Check for folding misalignment using the second test folded sample. If folding misalignments occur, refer to Chapter 3 "ADVANCED OPERATION"“5. Correcting Folding Misalignment” ( p.3-20). 12 Folded sample After completing adjustments, set the count mode either to the add count or to the subtract count, then press the key to start folding operations. • Refer to Chapter2 "Basic Operation" “1.Standard Folding of Standard Paper” "1-3.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 4-1. Cross Folding Standard Size Paper The paper size that can be cross folded is A3, B4, A4 and B5 (EU)/ LD, LG and LT (North America). The following describes the cross single folding procedures of A3 (EU)/LG (North America) size paper. s 1 2 3 Only short edge feed is available for cross folding. Fold A3 (EU)/LG (North America) size paper into two according to Chapter 1 "BASIC OPERATION" "1.Standard Folding of Standard Paper" ( p.2-1).
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 6 Lower the paper set lever. The paper feed tray will be raised. Make sure that you lower the paper set lever. If you start operations without the paper set lever lowered, the paper feed rings will run idle, causing the machine to stop. Paper set lever 7 8 9 10 11 12 Press the key to change the paper size from [A3](EU)/[LD](North America) to [A4](EU)/[LT](North America). Single fold Count:0 A4 Check if [Single fold] is displayed on the LCD display.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 13 14 15 Take out the cross folding lever stored inside the top cover. Cross folding lever Close the top cover. Attach the cross folding lever to the pillar located on the side guide of the non-operator' side. Cross folding lever Side guide Place the weight roller on the folding line. Weight roller To replenish paper, lift the cross folding lever. 16 Press the key for test folding and check if the paper is ejected smoothly.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 18 Check the finish of test folding. Check for folding misalignment using the second test folded sample. If folding misalignments occur, refer to Chapter 3 "ADVANCED OPERATION"“5. Correcting Folding Misalignment” ( p.3-20). Folded sample 19 After completing adjustments, set the count mode either to the add count or to the subtract count, then press the key to start folding operations. Refer to Chapter2 "Basic Operation" “1.Standard Folding of Standard Paper” "1-3.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 3 4 Press along the folded line of the singlefolded paper firmly with your fingers to prevent the paper from slipping and buckling in the horizontal direction when folded. Raise the paper set lever and stack the single-folded paper on the paper feed tray with the folded line facing the nonoperator's side. Side guide The amount of paper stacked on the paper feed tray should be approximately 2/3 (36 mm/1-1/2 inches) of the height of the side guide.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 9 Check if [Single fold] is displayed on the LCD display. If not, press the key to select [Single fold]. 10 Single fold Count:0 LP While pressing the key, press the or key to select the length measured in step 2. Paper length 297.0mm Refer to procedures between steps 9 to 20 in "4-1. Cross Folding Standard Size Paper" for rest procedures. 5. Using Art Paper and Coated Paper 5-1.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation If double-feed occurs, increase the paper separating pressure by 0.5 at a time. Paper separating pressure increases as the scale value increases. Do not use fine quality paper such as copy paper with the paper feed pressure and paper separating pressure settings for art paper and coated paper. Due to the high paper feed pressure, double-feed occurs more easily. In addition, due to the high paper separating pressure, the paper may be damaged at the lead edge.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation Adjusting Fine Adjustment Knob of the First Folding Plate Folding Style Feeding direction Fold Surface A Adjustment When A is longer While pressing the key, press the key. When A is shorter While pressing the key, press the key. When A is longer While pressing the key, press the key. When A is shorter While pressing the key, press the key. When A is longer While pressing the key, press the key. When A is shorter While pressing the key, press the key.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation Adjusting Fine Adjustment Knob of the Second Folding Plate Folding Style Single fold Double fold Irregular accordion fold (Fold out) Letter fold Accordion fold (Z fold) Gate fold 3-22 Fold Surface A Adjustment The second folding plate is not used in single folding. Feeding direction Feeding direction Feeding direction Feeding direction Feeding direction When B is longer. While pressing the key, press the key. When B is shorter.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 6-2. Correcting Folding Misalignment along Sides of Paper When folded paper is misaligned along the sides of paper as shown in the figure, turn the slant correction knob to correct the misalignment. Paper feeding direction You may need fine adjustments according to various conditions such as environmental conditions (temperature, humidity), paper quality, paper thickness, paper fiber direction, cutting accuracy and printing conditions.
Chapter3 Advanced Operation 2 After finishing operations, be sure to turn the slant correction knob to align the round holes of the paper feed tray with the pin. Pin Round hole The position at which the round hole meets the pin is the standard position.
Chapter4 Troubleshooting Guide 1. Chapter4 Troubleshooting Guide Correcting Deformed Folding Check the following when deformed folding occurs. Deformed folding • Fan the paper well before stacking. • Check if the folding plates have been installed properly. ( p.1-5) • Spray a commercially-available air duster on the rubber roll because the static electricity may have resulted in deformed folding. Do not use paper other than those specified.
Chapter4 Troubleshooting Guide 2 Pull the jammed paper towards you. 2-2. • When Paper Has Slipped at the Paper Feed Section Increase the paper feed pressure. Increase the paper separating pressure gradually in steps of 1. Paper pressure adjustment knob • Fan the paper well before stacking. • Decrease the stacking amount of paper.
Chapter4 Troubleshooting Guide 2-3. When Paper Has Coiled Around the Rubber Roll Turn off the machine before following the procedures below. 1 2 3 Open the top cover. Turn the two bearing support levers in the direction of the arrow to relase them. Top cover Non-operator’s side Pull the coiled paper towards you to remove it while turning the jam correction knob. Bearing support lever Rubber roll Paper Operator’s side Bearing support lever 4 Return the bearing supprt levers.
Chapter4 Troubleshooting Guide 2-4. When Paper Has Jammed at the First Folding Plate Turn off the machine before following the procedures below. 1 Control cable 1 Remove the control cable 1 from the connector 1 of the first folding plate. 1 1 2 2 Move the lock lever to the position of "UNLOCK." 2 Connector 1 Lock lever LOCK UNLOCK First folding plate 3 Remove the first folding plate from the machine. First folding plate 4 4-4 Open the top cover.
Chapter4 Troubleshooting Guide 5 6 7 8 9 Pull the jammed paper towards you. Close the top cover. Return the first folding plate. Move the lock lever to the position of "LOCK." Connect the control cable to the connector. • Check that the first folding plate has been installed properly. • When you remove and return the folding plate, make sure that you use both hands. 2-5. When Paper Has Jammed at the Second Folding Plate Turn off the machine before following the procedures below.
Chapter4 Troubleshooting Guide 2 Move the lock lever to the position of "UNLOCK." UNLOCK Lock lever LOCK Second folding plate 3 Remove the second folding plate from the machine. Second folding plate 4 5 6 7 Pull the jammed paper towards you. Return the second folding plate. Move the lock lever to the position of "LOCK." Connect the control cable to the connector. • Check that the second folding plate has been installed properly.
Chapter4 Troubleshooting Guide 2-6. When Paper Has Jammed Near the Stacker Remove the paper stuck in the stacker section towards you.
Chapter4 Troubleshooting Guide 3. Error Messages When a paper jam has occurred or the top cover is open, an error message is displayed on the LCD display. Follow the procedures below to fix the error. If you cannot solve the trouble, contact your dealer. Message Cause Solution No paper When the power is turned on, there is no paper on the paper feed tray. Stack paper on the paper feed tray.
Chapter4 Troubleshooting Guide 4. Troubleshooting When trouble has occurred, find the symptom from the table below and solve the trouble according to the solution. If you cannot solve the trouble, contact your dealer. Symptom Cause The machine does not start even when the is pressed. key When the key is pressed, the paper feed rings rotate but no paper is fed. The paper is not folded at the proper folding position. Solution The power cord is not inserted to the wall socket.
Chapter4 Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Paper slips at the paper feed section frequently. Cause Solution The paper feed pressure is weak. Move the paper feed pressure adjustment knob to increase the paper feed pressure level. ( p.2-4) The separating pressure is strong. Turn the separating pressure adjustment dial to decrease the separating pressure. ( p.2-4) The paper feed ring is dirty. Clean it with alcohol. ( The sheets of paper are sticking to each other and cannot be separated.
Chapter5 Cleaning the Unit 1. Chapter5 Cleaning the Unit Cleaning Each Section The adherence of paper dust and printing ink on the rubber rolls and paper feed rings may cause problems such as paper feed errors and folding misalignment. Adherence of paper dust near sensors will also cause misdetection. Clean the machine once a week. We recommend that you use a commercially-available air duster for office equipment to clean sensors. • Prior to cleaning, be sure to disconnect the power cord from the outlet.
Chapter5 Cleaning the Unit 3 Move the lock lever of the folding plate to the position of “UNLOCK.” UNLOCK Lock lever LOCK LOCK UNLOCK Second folding plate First folding plate 4 Remove the first folding plate and second folding plate from the machine. Second folding plate 5 While turning the jam correction knob to rotate the rubber roll, clean off the dirt with a cloth moistened with alcohol. First folding plate Jam collection knob Rubber roll 1-2.
Chapter5 Cleaning the Unit 2 Rotate the rubber roll, and clean off the dirt with a cloth moistened with alcohol. 1-3. 1 2 3 Paper feed ring Cleaning the Paper Separator Open the top cover. Top cover Insert a cloth moistened with alcohol between the paper feed ring (middle) and the paper separator. Paper feed ring (middle) Turn the paper feed rings in the direction of the arrow.
Chapter5 Cleaning the Unit 1-4. Cleaning the Paper Sensor Clean the paper sensor using an air duster or a cotton bud. Paper sensor 1-5. Cleaning the Ejection Gate Sensor Clean the ejection gate sensor, located on the back of the stacker rollers using an air duster. Ejection gate sensor 1-6. 1 Cleaning the Paper Ejection Belts Move the stacker rollers to “5” by hand. Stacker roller 2 5-4 Stacker rollers Rotate the stacker roller, and clean off the dirt with a cloth moistened with alcohol.
Chapter6 Appendix Chapter6 Appendix Specification Model TF MEGA-A Type Office use, desktop Paper size that can be folded Min. 128 (W) x 182 (L) mm/5.04 (W) x 7.16 (L) inches Max. 297 (W) x 432 (L) mm/11.69 (W) x 17.00 (L) inches Paper quality Rough paper, fine quality paper, stencil paper, recycled paper, specified art/coated paper (104.7 to 127.
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