Formax FD 540 - Manual (Page 9)

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FORM SET-UP PROCEDURE
1. Without table, machine should be positioned on an ordinary
table with the Slitter Unit overhanging the edge. This will allow
the paper edge trim to be directed into any type of basket placed
under the Slitter Unit.
2. Measure the form length with the form length scale on the
Infeed Cover. (See top photo in Operation, General section for
location of Form Length Scale.)
3. Set the machine for the length of the form by pulling Carriage
Adjustment Knob outward- andr.ota.te it so that the Alignment
Mark on the Feed Roller Cover aligns with the corresponding
form length of the Form Setting Indicator. Push the knob back in.
(Fig. 8)
4. Push the paper guides apart.
5.Thread the form under the infeed rod, over the
paper table and under the iinfeed brush.
6. Lightly press the infeed brush so that it rests lightly on the
form. (Fig. 9)
7. Center the leading edge of the form at the infeed end of the
machine so that the outer edges of the form extend equally
beyond the Guide Wires Indicators on each side, If you find that
the edges come within about 1/4” of the Guide Wires, offset the
form in either direction to avoid this. (Fig. 9)
8. Push the paper guides so that they are approximately 1/16”
from the edge of form.
NOTE: For Models with slitters or tractors see Fig. 14.
9. Using the Handwheel, guide the form thru until the Snap
Roller grabs the form. (Fig. 10)