DeLuxe Stitcher G8 User manual

Before using this Stitcher Head, all operators must study this manual and follow the
safety warnings and instructions. Keep these instructions with the G8 Stitcher Head
for future reference. If you have any questions, contact your local DeLuxe Stitcher
Company Graphic Arts Representative or Distributor.
G8 Stitcher Head
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Head Serial Number :
Date Purchased :
Where Installed:
(make/model of machine)
Watkiss Edition
G8WAHD241/2
DELUXE STITCHER
COMPANY INC.
®
solving your wire stitching needs for 125 years...

WARNING!
G8 Stitcher Head
Watkiss Edition
The intended application of this stitcher head is limited to installation
within an enclosed Watkiss book finishing system. Any other installation
of this stitcher head compromises the operator safety.
No untrained operator should attempt to make any adjustments or
service to the stitcher head.
Please make sure you read and understand all of the safety and
interlock features built into the Watkiss book finishing system before
attempting to service or make adjustments to the stitcher head.
Serious damage to the stitcher head can occur if the stitcher head is
cycled with wire feed in the absence of paper stock.
Always disconnect power before attempting to service or make
adjustments to the stitcher head.

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Specifications.....................................................................................................4
Installation .......................................................................................................4
Pre-Inspection.................................................................................4
Inspection .......................................................................................4
Assembly Parts ..............................................................................5
Mounting ........................................................................................6
Operation ........................................................................................................7
Wire Threading ..............................................................................7
Wire Straightening .........................................................................9
Aligning the Wire Holder ...............................................................10
Adjusting the Stitch........................................................................11
Maintenance......................................................................................................14
Lubrication & Maintenance ...........................................................14
Appendices ......................................................................................................15
Sub-Assembly Exploded Drawings ...............................................15
Part Number/Description Cross Reference ..................................22
Registration Card.............................................................................................25
Replacement/Wear Parts Kit........................................................................26
Warranty .......................................................................................................27
Table of Contents

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Specifications
Weight
Shipping Weight ..............12.6 lbs (5.7 kg)
Box Size ...................22 x 11 x 3 1/2
Physical Dimensions
Height ...................13-9/16” (345 mm)
Width ...................2-3/4” (70 mm)
Stitching Capacity ..................Two Sheets to 5/16” (8 mm)
(Stitching capacities are highly dependent on wire and paper type, tensile strength and machine capacity.)
Installation
Carefully inspect the condition of the shipping container before unpacking your G8 Stitcher
Head. If the container is broken or damaged and there is evidence that the stitcher head may be
damaged, immediately notify the carrier who delivered the head and the DeLuxe Stitcher
Graphic Arts Representative from whom the G8 Stitcher Head was purchased.
Pre-Inspection
As you carefully unpack the head, check to make sure all components were delivered and are in
good working order. Refer to Figure 1 in this manual for reference to the following pieces:
 •G8Manual
 •2.0mmHexKeyWrench(G20374)
 •2.5mmHexKeyWrench(G20361)
 •3.0mmHexKeyWrench(G20360)
 •7.0mmOpenEndWrench(G20364)
 •T8TorxWrench(G20375)
Inspection

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Please take a few moments to fill out the registration card located on page 25-26 prior to beginning installation.
Assembly Parts (Figure 1)
 •CompleteWireGuideSpringPlateAssembly(G50808WA)
 •UpperWireTube(G20181W)withC-Clip(G20207)
 •RearClampPin(G20366)
 •RearClampNut(G20367)
 •AdjustmentKnobAssembly(G20228A)
 •MountingBlock(G50102)
 •CrankDriveLink(G20340WA)
 •ClincherPlateAssembly-Thick(7650WA)
 •StitchSamples
Figure 1 - Assembly Parts
G20228A
G20364
7mm Wrench
G50808WA
G20366
G20367
(8mm thread)
G20181WA
Clincher Plate
Assembly
(See page 21 for
more detail on full
assemblies.)
G20170
(8mm thread)
G50102W
G20340WA
G20378W
G20361
2.5mm Hex Key
G20374
2mm Hex Key
G20375
T8 Torx Key
G20360
3mm Hex Key