CAB PSQ 403 User manual

Instructions
Perforation Cutter
PSQ 403
MADE IN GERMANY

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Instructions
Edition: 04/2023 - Part No. 9003531
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1 Introduction....................................................................................4
1.1 Instructions ......................................................................................4
1.2 Intended Use ...................................................................................5
1.3 Safety Instructions...........................................................................6
1.4 Environment.....................................................................................6
1.5 Technical Data.................................................................................7
2 Mounting.........................................................................................8
2.1 Removing Covers............................................................................8
2.2 Preparing a P Version Printer ..........................................................9
2.3 Mounting Cutter.............................................................................10
2.4 Mounting Cutter Tray.....................................................................11
3 Operation......................................................................................12
3.1 Preparation....................................................................................12
3.2 Standard Operation .......................................................................14
4 PrinterConguration...................................................................15
5 Maintenance.................................................................................17
5.1 Removing the Blades for Cleaning and Replacement...................17
5.2 Lubricating the Blades...................................................................18
5.3 Reassembling the blades ..............................................................19
5.4 Calibrating the Cutter.....................................................................20
6 Error Messages............................................................................21
7 Licenses .......................................................................................22
7.1 Reference to the EU Declaration of Conformity.............................22
7.2 FCC ...............................................................................................22
Table of Contents

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1 Introduction
1.1 Instructions
Important information and instructions in this documentation are designated
as follows:
Danger!
Draws attention to an exceptionally great, imminent danger to your
health or life due to hazardous voltages.
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Danger!
Draws attention to a danger with high risk which, if not avoided,
may result in death or serious injury.
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Warning!
Draws attention to a danger with medium risk which, if not avoided,
may result in death or serious injury.
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Caution!
Draws attention to a danger with low risk which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
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Attention!
Draws attention to possible dangers, material damage or loss of
quality.
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Note!
Gives you tips. They make a working sequence easier or draw
attention to important working processes.
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Environment!
Gives you tips on protecting the environment.
Handling instruction
Reference to section, position, illustration number or document.
Option (accessories, peripheral equipment, special ttings).
Time Information in the display.

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1 Introduction
1.2 Intended Use
• The device is intended exclusively as an option for the printers of the
SQUIX and XD Q series for cutting and perforating suitable materials.
Any other use or use going beyond this shall be regarded as improper use.
The manufacturer/supplier shall not be liable for damage resulting from
unauthorized use; the user shall bear the risk alone.
• Usage for the intended purpose also includes complying with that manual.
• The device is manufactured in accordance with the current technological
status and the recognized safety rules. However, danger to the life and
limb of the user or third parties and/or damage to the device and other
tangible assets can arise during use.
• The device may only be used for its intended purpose and if it is in perfect
working order, and it must be used with regard to safety and dangers as
stated in that manual.
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Attention!
Forusingthecuttertheprinterrmwareversion5.38orhigheris
needed.
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Note!
All documentations can also currently be found in the Internet.
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Warning!
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product
may cause radio interference in which case the user may be
required to take adequate measures.

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1 Introduction
1.3 Safety Instructions
• Disconnect the printer from the electrical outlet before mounting or
removing the cutter.
• The cutter may only be operated when it is mounted on the printer.
• Risk of injury, particularly during maintenance, the cutter blades are sharp.
• Work going beyond this may only be performed by trained personnel or
service technicians.
• Unauthorized interference with electronic modules or their software can
cause malfunctions. Other unauthorized work on or modications to the
device can also endanger operational safety.
• Always have service work done in a qualied workshop, where the
personnel have the technical knowledge and tools required to do the
necessary work.
• Warning stickers must not be removed, as then you and other people
cannot be aware of dangers and may be injured.
1.4 Environment
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Obsolete devices contain valuable recyclable materials that should be sent
for recycling.
Send to suitable collection points, separately from residual waste.
The modular construction of the device enables it to be easily disas-
sembled into its component parts.
Send the parts for recycling.
Take the electronic circuit boards to public waste disposal centers or to
the distributor.

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1.5 Technical Data
Perforation Cutter
Technical Data PSQ 403
for printer type
SQUIX 4M, SQUIX 4.3M
XD Q4, XD Q4.2
Perforating Perforation
distance mm 2,5
Perforation
width mm 0,4
Material Width up to mm 116
Weight
cardboard up to g/m² 300
Thickness up to mm 1,5
Cutting length from mm 10
Gap height up to mm 2,0
Cut frequency cuts/min.
with material height 1 mm, without
backfeed
200
Monitoring End position of the blade not reached
Blade cover removed
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Attention!
The minimum cut length is depending on the media, in particular its
adhesive characteristics.
Perform preliminary tests. Test the media too, if the media is
veryhard,veryexibleorverythin.
1 Introduction

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2 Mounting
2.1 Removing Covers
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3
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Loosen screw (2) and remove cover (1).
Loosen screws (4) and remove cover (3).
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Attention!
Forcutteroperationtherehastobemountedatear-o󰀨plateor
a dispense plate on the printer, to lead the material through the
blades of the cutter.

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2 Mounting
2.2 Preparing a P Version Printer
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Attention!
In order to operate a PSQ cutter with a P version SQUIX printer,
the locking system (3) and the roller (2) must be removed from the
printer.
1 2 3 4 5
Swing down the locking system (3)
Loosen screw (4).
Remove the locking system (3) from the axle (1) .
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Warning!
Do not reach between the roller (2) and the axle (1).
The axle (1) is tensioned by spring force and can turn.
Unscrew the roller bearing (5)..
Pull out the roller (2).

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2.3 Mounting Cutter
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Attention!
Disconnect the printer from the electrical outlet before
mounting or removing the cutter.
1 2 3 4 5
Insert the pins (3) of the cutter (5) into the holes (1) of the printer.
Press the cutter against the printer. That way the plug of the cutter will be
connected to the peripheral port (2) of the printer.
Secure the cutter (5) with the screw (4).
2 Mounting