sysform M480 Manual Guillotine Print Finishing Machine Instruction Manual

sysform M480 Manual Guillotine Print Finishing Machine

Product Information

The Manual Guillotine M480 is a cutting machine that comes with an optical cutting line indicator. The machine requires a 9VDC 6LR61 battery to power the indicator, which is not included in the delivery of the machine. The product dimensions are 485mm (H) x 465mm (W) x 75mm (D) and it weighs 90kg (198.42 lbs). The product comes with an original instruction manual in English, French, Italian, and Dutch.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Before using the Manual Guillotine M480, read the instruction manual carefully and save it for future reference.
2. To use the optical cutting line indicator, insert a 9VDC 6LR61 battery in the battery holder located at the bottom of the cutter. Note that the battery is not included with the delivery of the machine.
3. Place the material to be cut on the machine’s cutting surface and align it with the optical cutting line indicator.
4. Use the handle to bring down the cutting blade and cut through the material.
5. After use, clean the machine’s cutting surface and blade with a damp cloth and dry it thoroughly before storing it.

Note : The Manual Guillotine M480 is a heavy-duty cutting machine and should be operated with caution. Keep it out of reach of children and follow all safety instructions provided in the instruction manual.

OVERVIEW

1. Paper clamp
2. Blade lever
3. Blade lock
4. Front safety guard
5. Back gauge crank
6. Stand (optional)
7. Handle for blade lever
8. Left side lay
9. Rear safety guard
10. Back gauge
11. Cutting stick
12. Blade adjustment screw
13. Measurement LCD display (D480)
14. Power switch On/Off
15. Micro-switch mm/inch (D480)

Specifications

Original instructions
Read this manual before using this product. Save this manual for future reference.

Safety instructions

YOUR SAFETY AS WELL AS THE SAFETY OF OTHERS IS IMPORTANT TO SYSFORM technology. IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND ON THE PRODUCT ARE IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES. READ THESE MESSAGES CAREFULLY.

• NOTE : Please retain this information regarding safety operation of this guillotine.
• CAUTION : Guillotine should be operated by an adult or under adult supervision.
• CAUTION : Guillotine is strictly designed for operation by one person only.
• CAUTION : As a safety measure, the release for cutting is allowed only if the front cover (4) is closed. Both hands must be used to pull down the blade lever.
• CAUTION : As the blade is sharp, do not touch the edge of the blade, leave blade unattended or remove blade without proper protection.
• CAUTION : Always operate the guillotine with the front and rear safety guards in place.
• CAUTION : Guillotine is designed for cutting of paper stacks to specified sizes. Do not attempt to cut hard materials such as metal, film, glass, etc., as splintering may result.
• CAUTION : Check that the rating supply of the machine matches your electricity supply prior to connection (for use with optical light indicator).
• CAUTION : The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible (for use with optical light indicator).
• CAUTION : Do not attempt to service or repair the unit yourself. Maintenance work may only be performed by authorised SYSFORM technology service personnel.

Disposal
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste, use separate collection facilities. Contact your local government for information regarding the collection systems available. electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and well-being.

Unpacking and setting up

• Unpack the guillotine and stand (optional accessory) from the crate.
• The guillotine should be lifted by four people and placed on the stand. If the optional stand is not being used then place the guillotine on a stable surface strong enough to support the weight.
• Insert a 9VDC 6LR61 battery in the battery holder located on the bottom of the cutter for the power of optical cutting line indicator. Battery is not included with the delivery of the machine.

Operating the guillotine

Starting up
Turn on power switch 14 and turn the back gauge crank 5 clockwise to reset the measurement as indicated on the measurement LCD display 13.

1. Fig.A. Turn the back gauge crank 5 to set the measurement and back gauge 10 will move to required position. Pull out the handle of the back gauge crank 5 to lock measurement in position.
   Note : The dialed measurement can be read from the LCD display 13. Press the micro-switch 15 by a tip to toogle the displayed measurement in mm or inch.

2. Fig.B. The blade lever 2 is locked at its top position. Open front safety guard 4 and place paper angled to back gauge 10 and the left side lay 8. Knock-up the paper stack using the knock-up block. Turn the hand wheel of the paper clamp 1 clockwise and pull it with a short jerk to fix paper in position. Close the front safety guard 4.

3. Fig. C. Release the blade lock 3 to the right and move the blade lever 2 down using both hands to cut. After cutting the paper move the blade lever 2 back to it’s top position until the blade lever 2 is locked by the blade lock 3. Turn the hand wheel of the paper clamp 1 anti- clockwise. Open the front safety guard 4 to remove the paper from the machine.

Optical cutting line indicator
The guillotine comes with optical cutting line indicator and this provides a visual guide that shows the position of the cut.

Check cutting quality

Cutting stick

Fig.D. The cutting stick 11 will be worn out due to use. If required, the cutting stick 11 may be turned and re-used on un-cut surfaces (for up to eight cut positions). To check the cutting stick 11, pull it out directly from the side of guillotine.

Note : Do not place hands or fingers under the blade if the blade lever is not locked.

Cutting depth
Fig.E. If you find that several or the last sheets are not completely cut, perform a cutting depth adjustment. Place one sheet of paper along the cutting length. Press down the blade lever 2 lightly while gradually turning the blade adjustment screw 12 anti-clockwise using a hexagonal screw-driver until the paper is cut along the entire length. Note: Do not set the blade too low as it will become blunt faster. The blade stroke can be adjusted up to 2mm.

Service

Within a warranty period of one year from the date of purchase SYSFORM technology will at its own discretion, repair or replace defective original parts. The warranty specifically excludes faults or breakdown occurring as a result of accidental or intentional misuse or failure to operate or maintain the machine in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Guarantee

Operation of this machine is guaranteed for one year from date of purchase, subject to normal use. Within the guarantee period, SYSFORM technology will at its own discretion either repair or replace the defective original parts free of charge. Defects due to misuse or use for inappropriate purposes are not covered under the guarantee. Wear and tear accessories, such as cutting sticks Register this product online at www.sysform.tw and blades are not covered under the guarantee. Proof of date of purchase will be required. Repairs or alterations made by persons not authorised by SYSFORM technology will invalidate the guarantee. It is our aim to ensure that our products perform to the specifications stated. This guarantee does not affect the legal rights which consumers have under applicable national legislation governing the sale of goods.

installation

Unpack the stand (optional ) and assemble according to the enclosed separate instructions. Use a spanner to tighten screw A with washers (total eight screws). Use a screw-driver to take off screw A, (total 12 screws). Take off the plywood case. Then four people are required to lift the machine from the pallet on to the stand. Beware of trapping fingers.

Place the guillotine correctly onto the machine stand. Tighten the four hexagonal nuts with washers.

Fit the back gauge crank B with screw C and handle A found the tool box D.

Contents

• Machine M x 1
• Tool box D x 1
• Blade changing tool Ex 1

Blade replacement

• Lower the blade lever A to the cutting stick, un-screw the blade screw D using the special tool wrench C and attachable extension pipe B.
• Move the blade lever A up and lock it, open the front safety cover B and remove two blade screws C on the elongated holes using special tool wrench and attachable extension pipe.
• Attach the blade changing tool A and screw tightly by two grips B then remove the other two screws C on the blade carrier using special tool wrench and attachable extension pipe.
• Lightly turn two grips A on the blade changing tool anti- clockwise, take out blade carefully, put into the blade box C and tighten the blade in the box with two screws D
• Lightly tighten new blade B using two grips A on the blade changing tool E
• Place the new blade A into the blade carrier D using the blade changing tool and push it up to the top screwing it using the grips B, fit two screws C with two washers E and F screwing on blade carrier tightly using special too wrench and attachable extension pipe.
• Loosen two grips A to take out the blade changing tool B, fit two screws C with two washers D and E screwing on blade carrier tightly using special tool wrench and attachable extension pipe.
• Close front safety cover B, lower the blade lever A to the cutting stick, fit screw C with two washers D and E screwing on blade carrier tightly using special tool wrench and attachable extension pipe.

Maintenance and cleaning

• From time to time all moveable parts have to be lubricated and oiled (use non-resinous oil and grease). All paper and dust should be removed as well as old oil and grease.
• The blade lever A should never fall automatically. If necessary tighten the hexagonal screw which can be accessed by removing the cover C.

Troubleshooting

A. No cutting beam line
Check steps:

1. If power wire is plugged into the socket
2. If the power switch is on
3.  If the wire of the LED lamp has become detached
4. If the LED is damaged

B. LCD display does not light-up
Check steps:

1. If power wire is plugged into the socket
2. If the power switch is on
3. If the wire of the LCD PC board has become detached
4. If the LCD PC board is damaged

C. Blade lever cannot be moved down
Check steps:

1. The front cover is closed correctly
2. If the blade lever release (3) on page 1 is released to the right

D. Last sheet cannot be cut through
Check steps:

1. Turn or turnaround the cutting stick
2. If required re-adjust the blade by turning the blade adjust screw (12) to the left (+)

E. Cutting quality decreases or cutting is difficult
Change the blade

F. None of the above help to resolve the problem
Contact our service team

ATTENTION
To register and activate the warranty go to www.sysform.tw

References

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