Alfamacchine munigraf A2M 200 manual 

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A2M 200
INSTRUCTION HANDBOOK
Alfamacchine
Via Selva, 23/25 - 47122 Forlì - Italy
Tel. [phone] - Fax [phone]
[email protected] - www.alfamacchine.com
Minigraf®
A2M 200
ENGLISH
MADEINITALY

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INDEX
1. GENERAL INFORMATION 3
1.1 PRODUCER 3
1.2 ASSISTANCE CENTERS 3
1.3 CERTIFICATION 3
1.4 WARRANTY 3
1.5 PRE-ARRANGEMENTS CHARGED TO THE
CUSTOMER 3
1.6 HANDBOOK STRUCTURE 3
1.6.1 Object and contents 3
1.6.2 Utilizers 3
1.6.3 Preservation 3
1.6.4 Symbols utilized 4
2. MACHINE DESCRIPTION 5
2.1 WORKING PRINCIPLE 5
2.2 MAIN COMPONENTS 5
2.3 MACHINE STRUCTURE 5
2.4 DIMENSIONS 5
2.5 SURROUNDING CONDITIONS 5
2.6 LIGHTING 5
2.7 VIBRATIONS 5
2.8 NOISE EMISSIONS 5
2.9 TECHNICAL DATA 6
2.10 STANDARD EQUIPMENT 6
2.10.1 Standard accessories 6
2.10.2 Upgrading and implementing of mechanical parts 6
2.10.3 Optional accessories 6
2.10.4 Customized optional accessories 6
3. SAFETY 7
3.1 GENERAL WARNINGS 7
3.2 SCHEDULED USE 7
3.3 INADVISABLE USE 7
3.4 DANGEROUS AREAS 7
3.5 RESIDUAL RISKS 7
3.6 SAFE WORKING PROCEDURES 7
4. INSTALLATION 8
4.1 SHIPPING AND HANDLING 8
4.2 MULTIPLE SHIPPING AND HANDLING 9
4.3 STORAGE 9
4.4 PRELIMINARY ARRANGEMENTS 9
4.5 UNPACKING 9
4.6 PRELIMINARY CONTROLS 9
4.7 MACHINE ASSEMBLY 10
4.7.1 KIT Assembly parts list 10
4.7.2 Machine assembly for Front use side 11
4.7.3 Machine assembly for Back use side 12
4.7.1 Wings Assembly 13
4.8 MACHINE ARRANGEMENT 14
4.8.1 V-nails magazine loading 14
4.8.2 V-nail guide head replacement to change
V-nails size 14
4.9 ADJUSTMENTS 15
4.9.1 V-nails inserting positions adjustment 15
4.9.2 Vertical clamp adjustment 16
4.9.3 Vertical clamp position adjustment 16
4.9.4 Vertical clamp height adjustment 16
4.9.5 Working bench tilting adjustment 16
4.9.6 Foot-pedal height adjustment 17
4.9.7 Driver blade height adjustment 18
4.10 Functions to be checked before starting
work 18
5. FUNCTIONING 19
5.1 OPERATORS 19
5.2 FUNCTIONING DESCRIPTION 19
5.3 TIPS FOR PERFECT JUNCTIONS 19
5.4 MACHINE STOP 19
5.5 MACHINE REINSTATEMENT 19
6. MAINTENANCE 20
6.1 STATE OF MAINTENANCE 20
6.2 SPECIAL CAUTIONS 20
6.3 CLEANING 20
6.4 ORDINARY MAINTENANCE 20
6.5 MAIN CORD REPLACING 21
7 DIAGNOSTICS 22
7.1 SAFETY WARNINGS 22
7.2 BREAKDOWN SEARCH 22
7.3 REQUEST OF ASSISTANCE 23
8. SPARE PARTS 24
8.1 SPARE PARTS LIST 23
8.2 SPARE PARTS ORDERING 23
9 DEMOLITION 23
9.1 DEMOLITION 23
10. ATTACHMENTS 23
10.1 SCHEMES 23

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 PRODUCER
The firm Alfamacchine can boast more than 10 years of
experience in the construction of Woodworking Machines.
It has acquired technological know-how, developed during
years of researches in strict touch with manufacturing and
international commercialization. We offer the best warranty
that anyone can grant to its customers.
TEL [phone] FAX [phone]
1.2 ASSISTANCE CENTERS
ALFAMACCHINE is represented worldwide by a numerous
and prepared selling organization. Contact us directly to get
the name of your local distributor.
For every need regarding Use, Maintenance or Request of
Spare Parts, the Customer is pleased to address to the
authorized service centers or directly to Alfamacchine,
specifying the machine’s identification data impressed on
the plate.
1.3 CERTIFICATION
The machine is produced in conformity to the pertinent
European Community Norms in force at the moment of its
introduction on the market.
1.4 WARRANTY
Alfamacchine’s products are built to have a long life and are
tested one by one.
If in spite of this, any damages or malfunctioning would
occur, the replacement of defective parts is warranted
(counting from the date written on the delivery bill) for a
period of:
- 24 months for mechanical components
- 12 months for pneumatic parts
Thedriver blade is testedforabout 1.000.000 working cycles.
The Warranty does not cover the sending of technical staff.
Therepair interventions willbe performed atAlfamacchine’s
plants and the freight of shipment will be entirely charged
to the Customer.
The warranty does not cover the damages caused by an
inappropriate use of the machine or not corresponding to
the instructions described in this handbook.
The warranty decays in case of unauthorized modifications
or because of accidental damages or tampering performed
by unqualified personnel.
The warranty also decays in case you use V-nails different
from the original Alfamacchine ones.
1.5 PRE-ARRANGEMENTS CHARGED TO
THE CUSTOMER
It the customer’s duty on times agreed with the producer to
execute what is indicated in our documentation.
Things normally charged to the customer:
- Premises predisposition, included building works and/
or canalization eventually requested
1.6 HANDBOOK STRUCTURE
The customer must pay extreme attention to the indications
reported in this handbook. The proper Pre-Arrangement,
Installation and Use of the Machine, constitute the basis of
a correct customer-distributor relationship.
1.6.1 Object and contents
The goal of this handbook is to provide to the customer all
the necessary information so that they can properly use the
machine & be able to run it in complete autonomy and safety.
The handbook contains information concerning the technical
aspects, machine working and standstill, maintenance, spare
parts and safety. Before making any operation on the
machine, the qualified technicians and operators must
carefully read this handbook. In case of doubt about the
correct interpretation of these instructions, ask
Alfamacchine or your local distributor to have the problem
explained.
1.6.2 Utilizers
This handbook is made both for operators and technicians
authorized to perform the machine maintenance.
The operators can not execute operations reserved to the
qualified technicians.
The producer does not answer to damages deriving from
not-observing this prohibition
1.6.3 Preservation
The instruction handbook must be kept very closed to the
machine in a special container protecting it from liquids and
whatever could compromise its legibility
THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTION
HANDBOOK HASBEENTRANSLATED
FROM THE ORIGINAL ITALIAN
VERSION.

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1.6.4 Symbols utilized
P...
A...
O...
I...
C...
R...
WARNING
OBSERVATION
INQUIRY
EXAMINATION
ADJUSTMENT
It indicates a danger with a mortal risk for the operator
It indicates a warning or a note about key functions or useful
information. Pay the maximum attention to the paragraph
marked with this symbol.
It is requested to take a measurement data, to check a
signal,....
The user is requested to check the proper positioning of
any element of the machine, before operating a certain
command
It’s necessary to consult the handbook before performing a
certain operation
In case of a strange sitituation and/or anomalies, you can
be requested to perform a certain mechanical adjustment.
DANGER

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2. MACHINE DESCRIPTION
2.1 WORKING PRINCIPLE
The Frame Assembling A2M 200 has been realized to
assemble any kind of frame.
The A2M 200 being of simple construction and extremely
easy to use, makes it possible to join with absolute precision
any kind of moulding by means of special steel V-nails.
It uses V-Nails with the “pulling power” effect in different
sizes.
2.2 MAIN COMPONENTS
The main components constituting the machine are:
•Mechanical operating foot pedal
•Nailheads sizes 7,10 and 15mm.
•Adjustableverticalhold down;
•90° fences size.
2.5 SURROUNDING CONDITIONS
The machine does not need special surrounding conditions.
It has to be installed inside an industrial building, lit, aired
andwith a compact andflatfloor.Thepermitted temperatures
go from 5° to 40° C, with a humidity level not higher than
50% at 40° C or 90% at 20° C.
2.6 LIGHTING
Premises lighting must be conformed to the norms in force
in that Country where the machine is installed and has to
guarantee a clear view and can not create dangerous
situations.
2.7 VIBRATIONS
In standard conditions conformed to the indication of
machine proper utilization the vibrations do not create
dangerous conditions because of the foot operated
mechanical machine.
The indicated noise levels are emission
ones measured in standard conditions of
use. In case of any machine modification,
the above mentioned levels could be
changed and should be tested on the same
machine.
2.3 MACHINE STRUCTURE
- ZAXIS
Movement of vertical clamp
Fig. 2.1 A movement directions
2.4 DIMENSIONS
The overall dimensions are reported on table 2.9-A
2.8 NOISE EMISSIONS
The machine is designed and projected for reducing the
noise emission level to its source. In standard working
conditions the Machine noise does not create dangerous
conditions because of the foot operated mechanical machine.
The power nois level is:
•Acoustic Continuous Equivalent
weighed pression A <70dB
•Acoustic Istantaneous weighed
pression <130dB
The noise levels indicated are emission levels and are not
representative of operating levels. In spite of existing a
relationship between emission levels and exposure ones,
this can not be used in a reliable way to define if further
precautions are necessary. The factors determining the
exposure level to which the working force is subjected,
include exposure length, working premises characteristics
and other noise sources (number of machines, closed
building, etc…). Furthermore the allowed exposure levels
could change according to the several Countries. At any
ratetheinformationprovidedwillallow the Machine Operator
to achieve a better evaluation of the danger and risks they
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2 . 9 TECHNICAL DATA
We have listed below the Machine’s data and technical
characteristics to which you can use for reference for any
eventual contact with your distributor for Technical
Assistance.
TABLE 2. 9 A - Data and Specifications
- Frames thickness min-max 6-90mm.
- Frames width min-max 6-130mm.
- Max distance between Nails min-max 175mm.
- V-nails magazine capacity n.220
- V-nails size 7,10,15mm.
- V-nails size on request 3,5,12mm.
- Weight about 38 kg
- Height of working bench 1000mm.
- Overall dimensions 380x600x1150mm.
2.10 STANDARD EQUIPMENT
The equipment listed below is standard. 2.10.4 Customized optional accessories
Thanks to its versatility this machine can be ‘custom-made’
to meet our users’ requirements, with additional accessories
that can make frame assembling easier: e.x. special fences
for peculiar moulding shapes, special clamps to ensure the
mouldings are locked properly during V-nail firing, and so
on. You can have your local machine shop make these for
you.
Figure1
2.10.1 Standard accessories
Once you have removed the packaging, please check the
presence of the following accessories:).
- N.1 nail head mm.7
- N.1 nail head mm.10
- N.1 nail head mm.15
- N.1 L shaped pressure pad
- N.1 Rounding pressure pad
- N.1AllenWrench 5 mm. forV-nailhead replacement
- N.1AllenWrench 6 mm. formachine assembly
- N.1 Brass rod magnet to remove V-nails
2.10.2 Upgrading and implementing of mechanical
parts
Themachine has beenrealized following amodular criterion,
therefore the existing equipment can be further upgraded
with additional accessories that will not alter its basic
structure.
Technical upgrades on the machine model, if any, will be
such that they can be installed at any time without requiring
any substantial modifications to the machine structure.
2.10.3 Optional accessories
•Adjustable tilting fences (see fig. 1)
•Metallic working bench extension
•V-nailclawheadssize3-5-12mm.

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3.1 GENERAL WARNINGS
The operator must read paying the maximum attention to the
information written on this Handbook, expressively about
proper precautions for Safety listed in this chapter.
It is indispensable for the operator to follow the warnings
list here below:
•Keep clean and ordered the machine and the working
premises
•Provide appropriate containers to stock both just worked
pieces and ready to work ones.
•Use the Machine only in normal psycho physical
condition
•Wear an adequate clothing to avoid obstacles and/or
dangerous entangles to/from the machine
•Wear the individual protection gears prescribed by
instructions handbook, regarding the effected operations
•Do not remove or alter the warning plates and adhesive
signs
•Keep the fingers away from the working area
•Keep the foot separated from the pedal during Machine
regulation
3.2 SCHEDULED USE
The Machine is designed and constructed to execute
junctions of frames made in wood, plastic or MDF.
The machine is designed for manual use only.
3.4 DANGEROUS AREAS
The area of frames leaning is defined “working area”
The dangerous areas of machine, include the movable parts
and surrounding zones.
3 . 6 SAFE WORKING PROCEDURES
The other risks related with manual working way, are the
fingers crushing in the vertical clamp working area
It is necessary to follow carefully the following instructions:
1 Keep the fingers away from the vertical clamp working
area
2 Keep the foot away from the pedal during machine
regulation
3 Do not insert any fingres or things between the
mechanical parts of the wheels mechanism
3. SAFETY
The machine is projected and realized to
eliminate any risk connected with its use.
The utilizer is requested to achieve an
adequate training to be instructed by
Alfamacchine’s technicians.
3.3 INADVISABLE USE
The machine has not to be used:
•For uses different from those listed in 3.2 paragraph
•In explosive or aggressive atmosphere, at high density
of dust or oily substances suspended in the air
•Inflammable atmosphere
•Outside in all weather severity
•For working materials not suitable with machine
characteristics
Figure 3.4.A-Dangerous areas
3 . 5 RESIDUAL RISKS
During the normal working cycle and while maintenance,
the operators are exposed to several residual risks that,
because of operations own nature, can not be totally
eliminated.
- Risk of finger crushing due to the presence of vertical
clamping
- Risk of injury and finger crushing in the wheels and
springs mechanism
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4. INSTALLATION
4.1 SHIPPING AND HANDLING
The shipment must be performed by a qualified technical
staff. The machine has to be shipped in a safe way to avoid
any damage to its parts.
Overalldimension:(660x440x500)mm
(seepic. 4.1B)
•The machine has to be shipped like it is positioned for
installation.
•Before the shipment, it is necessary to lubricate the parts
which are not painted.
•According to the type of shipment, it is necessary to
protect the machine from any jarring impact or stress
Figure 4.1A – machine handling indications
Any damage of the machine caused during its shipment or
handling is not covered under warranty.
Repairs or replacements of damaged parts are charged to
the customer.
Lifting the machine must be performed by 2
operators.
Machine total weight: about 40 Kilos
pic.4.1B
Kep and take care of the original packaging
in case of machine storage and transport.

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4 . 3 STORAGE
In case of long inactivity, the machine must be stored with
cautions concerning storage place and times.
•Store the machine indoors
•Protect the machine from jarring impacts and stresses
•Protectthemachine from humidity and hightemperatures
•Avoid corrosive materials that could touch the machine
•Lubricate the parts which are not painted
4 . 5 UNPACKING
The machine is shipped & packed into an appropriate carton
which is protected with polystyrene sheets.
Remove the external packing and save it for future use.
Check for any casual shipping damage andreport them
immediately.
Shipping damages or any other defects must be reported to
Alfamacchine not later than 3 days from receipt of the
machine.
4 . 4 PRELIMINARY ARRANGEMENTS
To install the machine it is necessary to prepare a working
area adequate to the machine’s dimensions, lifting devices
chosen and length of mouldings to be worked.
4 . 6 PRELIMINARY CONTROLS
The preliminary operations before starting the machine,
must be executed by a technician appointed by the customer.
Before setting up the machine, it is necessary to execute
certain verifications and checks to prevent mistakes or
accidents during setup.
- Verify the integrity of the box upon receipt of the
machine;
- Verify the whole content of the box in according to the
parts listed at 4.7.1 before to proceed to the machine
assembly.
4.2 MULTIPLE SHIPPING AND HANDLING
The shipment of more than one machine in the same
time, may be done placing until a max quantity of 12
boxes ( 12 machines) for each single EURO PALLET.
Overalldimensions= (1350x900x1650)mm.

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4.7 MACHINE ASSEMBLY
4.7.1 KIT assembly parts list:
( 1 ) Bottom side floor-stand;
( 2 ) n.4 Rubber feet;
(3 ) Upper side floor-stand;
( 4 ) n. 4 Washers;
( 5 ) n.4 Screws;
( 6 ) Foot-pedal;
( 7 ) n.2 Washers;
( 8 ) n.2 Screws;
( 9 ) Forck;
( 10 ) Clip;
( 11 ) Machine;
( 12 ) n.2 Washers;
( 13 ) n.2 Screws;
( 14 ) n.2 Washers;
( 15 ) n.2 Handle;
( 16 ) Vertical Clamp;
( 17 ) Washer;
( 18 ) Handle;
( 19 ) Cord;
( 20 ) Knob;
( 21 ) Step Extension;
( 22 ) Washer;
( 23 ) Bolt;
( 24 ) Left Wing;
( 25 ) Right Wing;
( 26 ) n.8 Washer;
( 27 ) n.8 Screws.
Pic. #1
Pic. #2 Pic. #3
1- Crew the n. 4 rubber feet ( 2 ) into the relevants
threated holes of the bottom side stand ( 1 ) ;
2- Insert the upper side stand ( 3 ) into the bottom
side one ( 1 );
3- Lock the two parts tightening the provided
screws ( 5 ) and washers ( 4 ) ;
4-Alignethefulcrumside ofthepedal (6) between
thesupports oftheuppersidestand(3 )andtighten
using the provided screws ( 8 ) and washers ( 7 );
5- Hook the fork ( 9 ) to the pedal ( 6 ) and lock it
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4.7.2 MACHINEASSEMBLY FOR FRONT USE SIDE:
6- Place the machine ( 11 ) onto the legs of the upper side stand ( 3 ) ;
7-Turnthemachine in order to havethelabletoward the user side, lineuptheholesof the machine sideswith
the stand ones then lock with the screws ( 13 ) and washers ( 12 );
8- Line up the machine slots to the threated holes of the upper stand and lock by the handles ( 15 ) and
washers ( 14 );
9- Mount the vertical hold down ( 16 ) and lock it by the handle ( 18 ) and washer ( 17 );
10 - Hook the main cord ( 19 ) to the fork ( 9 ) by the provided knob( 20 );
Pic. #4

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Pic. #5
4.7.3 MACHINEASSEMBLY FOR BACK USE SIDE:
6- Place the machine ( 11 ) onto the legs of the upper side stand ( 3 ) ;
7-Turnthemachineinordertohavethe positions adjustment group toward the user side, line up the holes of
the machine sides with the stand ones then lock with the screws ( 13 ) and washers ( 12 );
8- Line up the machine slots to the threated holes of the upper stand and lock by the handles ( 15 ) and
washers ( 14 );
9- Mount the vertical hold down ( 16 ) and lock it by the handle ( 18 ) and washer ( 17 );
10 - Hook the main cord ( 19 ) to the fork ( 9 ) by the provided knob( 20 );
11 -Insertthe step extension (21)through the tube ofthepedalstep ( 6)andlock by the bolt(23) and washer
( 22 );
N.B. The step extension may be mounted both to the left or right side.

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Pic. #6
4.7.4 WINGSASSEMBLY:
12 - Remove the flat point socket set screws (size M8x8) from the holes used for the wings mount of the
machine sides;
13 - Line up the left wing ( 24 ) to the holes of the left side of the machine ( 11 ), set the upper face of the wing
at the same level of the bench and lock it by the screws ( 27 ) and washers ( 28 );
14 -Lineupthe right wing(25)to the holesoftherightside of themachine(11 ), settheupperfaceof the wing
at the same level of the bench and lock it by the screws ( 27 ) and washers ( 28 );

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4.8.2 V-nail guide head replacement to change V-
nails size
TheV-nail guide head must be changed each time you
use V-nails of different sizes.
Proceed as follows to replace it:
· Loosen the locking screw of the V-nail guide head
by using the proper 5 mmAllen wrench (the screw
isontheoppositesidefromtheV-nailsmagazine(See
pic. #9)
· Remove theV-nail guide head
· Move the claw pusher backwards by means of the
special control wire located on the back side of the
machine’sworkingbench. This willgiveyouaccess
to the V-nail magazine (see pic. #7 & #8).
· RemovealltheV-nails that are still in themagazine
(using the proper brass magnet, if necessary) (see
pic. #10).
· Insertthenew V-nailstrip(of desiredheight)into the
magazine
· Movetheclawpusherforward,byreleasingthecontrol
wire (see pic. #8).
· Insert the new size V-nail guide head to match the
V-nails to be used (see pic. #11).
· Tighten the locking screw of the V-nail guide head
(see pic. #9).
4.8 MACHINE ARRANGEMENT
4.8.1 V-nails magazine loading
Toload the V-nail magazine proceed as follows:
· Move the claw pusher backwards by means of the
specialcontrolwirelocatedonbacksideofthemachine’s
working bench. This will give you access to the V-nail
magazine (see pic. #7 & #8).
· InsertoneormoreV-nails stripsinto the magazine.
Makesurethatthesharpenededgeof the V-nails (glue
side)facesupand that they areloadedwiththeV of the
V-nails pointing in the direction as indicated in the pic.
#8.
Check to see if the V-nail size is suitable with the type
of claw head mounted. (see pic. #11)
· Release the control wire to move the claw pusher
forward.(seepic.#7).
pic.#11
pic. #7
pic. #8
pic. #9
pic.#10

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4.9 ADJUSTMENTS
The machine is completely tested and checked in
ALFAMACCHINE’s plantsbeforeits shipment, so the
operatorhas onlyto performthe followingadjustments:
4.9.1 V-nails inserting positions adjustment
To properly position the mouldings to be assembled,
theA2M 200 is equipped with a 90° fence.
Thefencecan beshiftedforwardor backward inorder
to allow the proper positioning of the V-nails in the
frame.
The fence limits (backward and forward) can be set
with precision by means of locking clamps A-B (see
pic. #12).
The operator can easily use the machine to insert V-
nails with extreme precision between the two 2
mechanical stroke (see pic. #13 & #13A).
Tighten the knob C in order to lock the fences
movementifneeded.
figura 13
pic.#12
figura 13A
figura13B

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4.9.2 Vertical clamp adjustment
The vertical clamp can be adjusted in height and
position.
Proceed as follows to adjust them:
4.9.3 Vertical clamp position adjustment
· Position the mouldings to be assembled on the
workingbench
· Loosen the top handle (see pic. #14 & #15) that
locks the clamp, which holds the pressure pad bar.
Thiswill permitit’sdmovementforwardorbackward.
You will want the pressure pad directly over the V-
nailinsertingpoint.
· Tightenthehandleonceyouhavereachedtheproper
position
4.9.4 Vertical clamp height adjustment
· Pullouttheplungerpinknob(seepic.#15)andadjust
the pressure pad height over the frame. We
recommnedthatyouputthebarheightbetween5mm
and8 mmabove themoulding.Thiswillhelpprevent
anyaccidentalfingerscrushing.
· Releasetheplungerpinknobonceyouhavereached
theproperposition
· Besurethat the verticalrodiscomplrtely in position
(the pin is in) just moving it up an down a little bit.
· Lowertheverticalclamp by pressing halfway down
onthefootpedal. This will verify thatthemouldings
tobeassembledareproperly clamped.
· Press all the way down the foot pedal to insert the
V-nail.
pic.#14
pic.#15
pic.#16
4.9.5 Working bench tilting adjustment
· The working bench of the machine may be tilted
simply loosening both left and right machine side
handles then tilting back or forward the machine
throughtheprovided slots.
· Take care to hold the machine by hand while the
looseningofboth the handlestoavoidthe qick drop
of the machine toward the stroke because of the
gravity.
Setthefollowingsuggestedbenchpositions:
- Tilting Forward ( see pic. #17a) ;
- Tilting Back ( see pic. #17b) ;
- Flat ( see pic. #17c) ;
· Itiseven possible tosetany other positionbetween
the slot stroke;
· Once the tilt adjustment is completed, tighten as
strongaspossiblebothhandlesin order to lock the
machine.

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pic. #17a
pic. #17b
pic. #17c
pic.#18
pic.#19
4.9.6 Foot Pedal high adjustment
- The foot pedal is connected to the head group
mechanism by a wheels and spring system that
drivetheclamp andhammermovements.
Itshighlevelfrom the ground depends onthetilting
position of the working bench (see pic. #18).
- Once the bench position is set, adjust the hook of
thecord positioningthecable plugintheproperhole
ofthepedalfork.
Tighten the knob to lock the cord at the desired
pedal heigh (see pic. #19) .
- Be sure that once the pedal is completely stepped
down,thedriverbladeiscompletelyouttoguarantee
the complete nail insertion (see pic. #21);
- Whenthefootpedalis completely down, has not to
interferewiththe ground(vedifig.22).

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4.10 Functions to be checked before
starting work
Oncethe machine has beenproperlyinstalled(like previously
described), check that:
1 The mouldings to be assembled are properly positioned
on the work bench.
2 The magazine is loaded with the type & size of V-nails
suitable with the mouldings to be assembled
3 The claw head size matches the chosen V-nail height
4 The adjustment of the vertical clamp is correct (chapter
4.7.2)
5 Pressing half way down on the foot pedal the vertical
clamp locks the moulding to be assembled perfectly.
6 Pressing the pedal full down inserts the V-nail.
If you want to insert 2 or more V-nails one
upon the other in the same position, you
must release the pedal halfway and then
press it all the way down again to insert the
second V-nail.
4.9.7 Driver Blade heigh adjustment
Thecorrectpositionofthedriver blade when it is
completely out, is when its upper surface is set at the
samelevelofthenail head.
Ifthe driverbladeistooheighitwill signthewoodduring
the nail insertion.
To set the position:
- Loosen both the set screws (size M6) that lock the
setting metal ring of the head group (see pic.#20);
- Turn the metal ring to adjust the upper position of
thedriverblade(seepic.#20);
- Stepthefootpedalcompletelydowninordertoverify
che correct position (see pic. #21);
- Tighten both set screws to lock the setting metal
ring (see pic. #20).
pic.#20
Set Screw
Metal Setting Ring
pic.#21
pic.#22
pic.#23

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5. FUNCTIONING
5.1 OPERATORS
The machine has been projected to be used by only one
operator.
The staff assigned to operate on the machine, must be in
possession (or acquire through an adequate training) the
requirements indicated here below, and, in addition, to have
the knowledge of this handbook and of every information
concerning safety:
•General and technical culture sufficient to comprehend
this handbook contents and understand properly
drawings and schemes
•Knowledge of main sanitary, technological and anti-
accidental norms
•Overallknowledge of lineand plant where isinserted the
machine
•Specific experience of frames assembly working
technologies
•To know how operate in case of emergency, where to
find the individual protection means and how to use
them properly.
The Maintenance Men, in addition to the above mentioned
characteristics, must be in possession of an adequate
technical education.
5.2 FUNCTIONING DESCRIPTION
The only possible way of operating of the machine is the
manual mechanic functioning by using the foot pedal.
Press the foot pedal half way to get the frames clamping
Press the foot pedal full down to get the V-nail ejection.
To effect a junction, you must operate as follows:
1 Set the inserting positions by means of fence locking
clamps
2 Lean the mouldings on the working bench positioning
the fence on the first inserting point
3 Adjust the vertical clamp height and position
4 Press the foot pedal half way down and verify the proper
positioning and holding of the mouldings to be
assembled
5 Pressthe pedal fulldown to insertthe V-nail. Ifyouwant
toinsert 2 ormore V-nails one uponthe other inthesame
position,you must release thepedaluntil half of itsstroke
and then press again it full down to insert the second V-
nail and so on.
6 Release completely the foot pedal
7 Shift the mouldings and the fence on the next inserting
point and repeat the steps 5,6 and 7.
5.3 TIPS FOR PERFECT JUNCTIONS
a) V-nail types
In order to allow the machine to make excellent quality
junctions using different materials, it has been necessary
to manufacture different V-nails types for different uses.
V-nails can be classified in three different groups:
for soft woods and
soft plastic Suggested V-nails codeSW
for medium woods Suggested V-nails codeMW
for hard woods Suggested V-nails codeHW
b) Assembling positions
It is advisable to operate as follows in order to achieve the
best results in terms of junction quality:
⇒NeverdriveV-nailsnearthe junctionvertex.Theminimum
recommendeddistance from the externalvertexisat least
10mm.
⇒When you want to make the junction using only one V-
nail, the most suitable position is in the middle of the
moulding.
⇒In case you want to insert 2 or more V-nails into each
junction, we recommend you to insert the most external
one 1/3 from the external vertex and the most internal
one 1/4 from the internal vertex.
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5.4 MACHINE STOP
The machine can work only by pressing the foot pedal; to
stop it is enough to lift the foot from the pedal.
5.5 MACHINE REINSTATEMENT
The machine reinstatement is effected by pressing the foot
pedal.

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6. MAINTENANCE
6 . 1 STATE OF MAINTENANCE
The maintenance operations must be performed with the
machinein the conditionsdescribedat “state of themachine”
in the tables 6.6-A and 6.7-A
6 . 2 SPECIAL CAUTIONS
During the maintenance or repair operations is suggested to
proceed as follows:
•Beforestartinganyoperation place a sign “machine under
maintenance” in a well visible position
•Do not use solvents or flammable materials
•Do not disperse into the environment lubricating liquids
that have ozone harmful propellents.
•Do not step on the machine parts, because they have
not been projected to sustain the weight of persons.
•Once all the operations are finished, replace any
protections or shields you removed or opened
6 . 3 CLEANING
The machine structure is simple and robust therefore the
mechanical parts do not require any special maintenance.
It is advisable to follow the rules listed below:
•Regularly remove glue or other residues from the V-nail
head and from the upper part of the driver blade;
•Always keep the V-nail magazine clean & without
residues.
•Remove any residue from the V-nails guide “L” shaped
support.
Do not use water to clean the machine, otherwise metallic
parts may oxidise.
Table 6.4-A
Maintenance Description
V-nail driver blade Replacement every1.000.000V-nailsdriven
Movable parts lubrication Lubricate the driver blade every 200 working hours
V-nail claw heads Replacement every 5.000.000 V-nails shot
“L” shaped supports (V-nails guide) Replacement every 5.000.000 V-nails shot
6 . 4 ORDINARY MAINTENANCE
The following operations must beperformed at the times
indicated below. Not observing the following instructions
exonerate the Producer from any responsibility regarding
the warranty.
The operations described below, even if simple, must be
executed by qualified staff.
The scheduled ordinary maintenance includes overhauls,
checks and interventions that will help prevent stops and
breakdowns, & keep the system working properly.
•Lubrication state of the machine
•Greasing state of the mechanism of clamp and driver
blade movement
•Wear and tear parts state