FP LO 440A Automatic Letter Opener User Manual

FP LO 440A Automatic Letter Opener

General information

The letter opener LO 440A is a machine constructed for the office environment.
The information letter opener LO 440A is a machine only destined for opening envelopes.

• Any other use is not according to its specifications. The manufacturer/supplier is not liable for any damage resulting of such un-allowed handling.
• Use according to its specifications also includes the consideration of the operating manual and the compliance with the maintenance instructions.
• Any service, repair and maintenance must only be performed by skilled personnel of the manufacturer or by authorized persons.
• The letter opener LO 440A is a table top machine and can, therefore, be placed onto an existing table or a cabinet with a plane, scratch resistant and anti slip surface. There do not exist any special requirements with regard to the warranty of the stability during operation.
• Rated Operating Time max. 40 minutes.
• The mains voltage must correspond to the indication on the type plate and the power.

Safety instructions

1. The machine must be used only in a technical good condition as well as in accordance with the regulations, also considering the safety and risk according to the operating instructions.
2. The operating instructions must be stored close to the machine and ready to hand.
3. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any personal injury or material damage occurred due to inadequate handling of the machine.
4. Do only use the power cord supplied or released by Franco type Postaxial. Take care that the connexon cable is not damaged.
5. In case of unauthorized reconstruction or changes of the machine the manufacturer does not undertake any liability.

For your own safety

1. Do not grip into the machine during the operation => Risk of injury!
2. Long hair, clothes such as ties and jeweler can be grasped by the rotary wheels. Use of the machine under these circumstances is inadequate.
3. Connect the letter opener only to a plug with grounded contact.
4. Before any grip into the machine it must first be switched of and the power cord must be disconnected.
5. Do not put any small/thin objects into the machine  Risk of electrocute!
6. Before you clean the LO 440A letter opener or remove it do not forget to disconnect the power cord.
7. Have the maintenance and repair works only done by a Franco type Postaxial Service Technician or by skilled personnel, authorized by Franco type Postaxial. In case of non compliance the warranty claim will stop.
8. The machine must be protected against splash water.
   Take care that no liquids get into the machine.

Warranty and return for repair

• Please return the machine for a possible repair only in its original packing and freight prepaid. Any packages freight unpaid cannot be accepted.

LO 440A letter opener

Operating manual

Please read this operating manual carefully to ensure an effective and secure handling with your letter opener!

If there are still any questions after having read this manual, please contact your supplier where you have bought this letter opener.

Unpacking/Storing
We recommend to keep the complete packing of the letter opener.
Should it become necessary to send it to the manufacturer for maintenance or repair this packing will be needed for the transport to avoid any possible transport damage.
Caution! The housing of the letter opener must only be opened by a skilled technician in order to avoid any possible damage on it.

General information to the operation

Preparing g your letter opener

Place the letter opener LO 440A on a table suitable for the operator. A table with variable height would be perfect. Fix the envelope receiving tray at the rear of the letter opener. Connect the machine to the power supply system.

Preparing your incoming mail
The better you prepare your incoming mail the more efficient and trouble free the processing will be.
Your letter opener can open various envelope sizes in one process; but it is better to sort it out at first (e.g. depending on its size, quality, kind of envelope or its privacy). Please follow these steps for a smooth and trouble free processing:

• Remove any foreign objects such as paper clips, staples or rubber bands
  Foreign objects can damage the blades or transport belts and would suspend your warranty claim.

• Assort your incoming mail (see above criteria)

• Prepare your envelopes before feeding. For best result turn the envelope flaps and tap the envelopes so that the content will be removed from the edge to be opened. This will avoid unwanted damage of the envelope content. Tip: Letters with big paper clips might damage the blade. Therefore, we generally recommend to open the envelopes at the opposite side!

• Arrange the envelopes so that all edges to be opened are piled evenly and place them on the envelope guide like this

Working with the letter opener

• Place your mail onto the guiding place so that all envelopes are positioned against the rear guidance.
• Make sure that the envelopes are on the transport belts.
• Adjust the cutting width by turning the adjusting wheel (from 0.8 up to 4 mm)
  Tip: By using bigger envelopes, increase the cutting width!
  Now your letter opener is ready for use!

Start/Stop
First check if the machine is connected.
The power supply must be plugged to the inlet of the letter opener, the plug of the power cord in the wall socket.

Switch on the letter opener (“I”).
Now the machine runs and your incoming mail will be fed, opened and stacked.
After opening remove the opened envelopes and the paper waste!
Make sure that during operation with the letter opener that your fingers, jeweler and long hair doesn’t touch the transport belts.
Switch the machine off when you don’t work with it

Trouble shooting/maintenance

Machine does not start

If your letter opener LO 440A doesn’t start you should check the following:

• Machine plugged:
  • Power supply in the wall socket?
  • Cable in the inlet at the bottom the letter opener?
• Machine switched on:
  • Switch on „I“ ?
• Top cover:
  • Top cover closed and fixed correctly?
• Transport belts:
  • Are the transport belts on the spools?

Track cover

1. First switch the machine off and remove any envelopes.

2. Check the fitting of the cover.
   The LO 440A is equipped with a safety switch to make sure that the machine doesn’t work if the cover is missing or not fixed.

3. Switch it on again.

Track cover (can be singed open, i.e. lift it at the right front to left) (from direction stacker to direction infeed table)

Remove an envelope jam
For removing an envelope jam please follow these steps:

1. Switch off the machine and disconnect the power cord.
2. Open the top cover (see track cover on page 6)
3. Draw out the jammed envelopes to the direction of the receiving tray.
4. Close the cover carefully.
5. Re-connect the power cord.

Normally, envelope jams only occur when working with mixed envelope sizes. In case of frequent jams you should pre-sort all envelopes according to their size and thickness. Then process them with the letter opener separately.
NOTE: The track cover is connected to a safety switch. The letter opener doesn’t run if this cover hasn’t been closed firmly.

Transport belts
If you hear the motor running but the transport belts don’t move, most probably the
transport belts are broken or in a wrong position. In this case please contact the manufacturer or dealer from which you bought the machine. They will check and repair it.

Cleaning the transport belts
During operation the transport belts will get dirty and dusty after a while.
Therefore, we recommend to clean the belts regularly to make sure that your letter opener will continue to work effectively and correctly.

Insufficient envelope opening
Under special circumstances it can happen that your envelopes are not opened correclty.
Most often this happens if working with the machine improperly or if the transport belts are dirty.
Perhaps the cutting width is too small.
Then correct it by turning the adjustment wheel (from 0.8 up to 4 mm).
If your envelopes are not opened correctly despite all measurements taken, the cutting blade might be damaged or not adjusted correctly.
In this case please contact your the manufacturer or dealer from that you bought the letter opener.

Repairs
If your letter opener will need service/maintenance or repair, please contact the manufacturer or dealer. Any repairs my only be performed by a skilled technician.
The letter opener should only be opened by a skilled technician!

Product information

Technical data

• Maximum speed: ……………………………. up to 420 openings per minute
• Maximum envelope thickness: …………. 10 mm
• Cutting width: …………………………………. variable (0,8 – 4 mm)
• Envelope feeding OL 440: ……………….. with 3 belts
• Dimensions (L/W/H): ……………………….. 84,5 x 29 x 21,5 cm
• Net weight of the letter opener: …………. 9 kg
• Gross weight: ………………………………… 13kg
• Voltage: ………………………………………… 24V 2,5A

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment
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. Please recycle where facilities exist by checking with your local authority or supplier for recycling advice. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly through proper treatment, recovery and recycling, you will help prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.

It is certified that the system complies with all applicable Directives of the European Union.
For a formal Declaration of Conformity please contact Compliance Engineering.
Product LO 440A

FOR SERVICE AND SUPPLIES:
We have made every reasonable effort to assure the accuracy and usefulness of this guide,
however we cannot assume responsibility for errors or omissions or liability for the misuse or misapplication of our productslity for errors or omissions or liability for the misuse or misapplication of our products.

FP MAILING SOLUTIONS
140 N MITCHELL CT STE 200
ADDISON, IL 60101
USA
800-341-6052
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