Operator`s manual

7 oading Stock
The Unit is equipped with a simple input path adjustment method. To adjust the input path, follow these steps:
djust the width so that it is close to the actual stock width (move the guides by
holding the left guide straight and moving it right or left to widen or narrow the input path).
path so that it is as close to the stock width as possible. The input path should
be no larger than 0.01” (2.54mm) of the stock width. Note that stock width can vary from box to box.
e required.
7.2
ile holding the adjustment paddle and ensuring guides are against the installed stock, turn the lock-down screw
bscrew is
the vintage of the Unit).
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7.1 Adjusting the Input Path Size
1. Turn the Unit off, and verify that the print head is fully latched down.
2. Grip the adjustment paddle and a
3. Insert stock until it comes in contact with the print head/platen (do not force/crumple stock).
4. Make any final adjustments to the input
5. Pull stock in and out a few times to check stock movement within the path. The input path adjustment is self
centering, therefore no other positioning adjustments ar
Locking Down the Input Path
The Unit is equipped with a lock-down thumbscrew to secure the path guides. To secure the guides, follow these steps:
1. Follow steps 1-4 in section 7.1 above.
2. Wh
clockwise until it bottoms out against the rail. Verify stock movement through the path after the thum
secured.
To use a different width stock, turn the lock-down screw counterclockwise to loosen the rails. Retighten the screw
once the correct width is determined.
3. The thumbscrew is aligned with a securing pad to help keep the screw from slipping. If the pad is removed, there will
be two threaded hole positions (depending on
3.1 Position one provides a stationary path approximately 3.25” (82.55mm) wide for ATB type stocks.
3.2 Position two provides a stationary path approximately 2.00” (50.8mm) wide for bag tag type stocks.
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