Formax Square IT 2 User manual

Square IT 2
Squareback Booklet Finisher
OPERATOR MANUAL
3/2020

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.
The product (System) which is connected to this machine will be class A.
NOTE:
The domestic environment is an environment where the use of broadcast radio and television
receivers may be expected within a distance of 10m of the apparatus concerned.

Introduction
This manual contains instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To
get maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow the
instructions in this manual. Keep this manual in a handy place near the machine.
Please read the Safety Information before using this machine. It contains information
related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
How to read this manual
Notation conventions
Whenever necessary, the following points for attention are indicated in this manual.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentiality hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result
in minor or moderate injury or damage to machine or property.
NOTE:
This sign refers to:
• Remarks for making the operation much easier. You get practical hints or knowledge to
assist you in the machine operation such as:
• Preparations required before operating
• How to prevent papers from being misfed or damaged
• Precautions required or actions to take after misoperation
• Limitations like numerical limits, functions that cannot be used together or conditions,
under which a particular function cannot be used or obtained.
• Information.

WARNING:
• To avoid hazardous situations like for instance electric shock or danger while exposed
to moving, rotating or cutting devices, do not remove any covers, guards or screws
other than those specied in this manual.
• Turn off the power and disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if
any of the following conditions exists:
• You drop objects or spill something into the equipment.
• You suspect that your equipment needs service or repair.
• Your equipment’s covers has been damaged.
• You notice unusual noises or odours when operating the equipment.
• If the power cable or plug becomes worn out or otherwise damaged.
• Before cleaning and care (unless otherwise specically instructed).
• Electromagnetic compliance:
• 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.
• The product (System) which is connected to this machine will be class A.
Safety Information
When using this machine, following safety precautions should always be followed.
Safety during operation
General safety
WARNING:
• Always connect the equipment to a properly grounded power source (wall outlet). If in
doubt, have the power source checked by a qualied electrician.
• Improper grounding of the equipment can result in electrical shock. Never connect the
machine to a power source that lacks a ground connection terminal. This machine is
destined for specic purpose only. Any use going beyond this specic purpose is re-
garded as beyond the determination. The manufacturer will not be liable for damages
resulting from any use beyond the determination, unallowed operation, respectively.
The user alone bears the risk.
• Do not make arbitrary changes or modications to the machine. The manufacturer will
not be liable for modications made at the machine on your own and damages resulting
thereof. EC declaration of conformity and the mark CE will be invalidated, if you make
changes at the machine or at the individual components.
• Do not override or bypass electrical or mechanical interlock devices.
• The machine is to be used only by authorized and instructed persons. The responsibili-
ties on operating the machine have to be strictly laid down and observed so that there
are no unclear competences regarding safety aspects.
• Vent holes serve for air circulation to protect the machine from overheating. Make sure
that the holes are not covered.
• Do not expose ngers or other parts of the body to moving, rotating or cutting devices
such as for instance between upper and lower trimmer knives.
• Always locate the equipment on a solid support surface with adequate strength tor the
weight of the machine. This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where chil-
dren are likely to be present.
• This equipment is only intended for instructed and qualied operators.
• Operators shall be familiar with the safety information in this manual and other safety
information supplied with this equipment.

NOTE:
• The indications like front and rear, left and right refer to the paper transport direction.
• The operator manual always has to be available at the place of use of the machine.
CAUTION:
• The machine and its peripherals must be installed and maintained by a customer service
representative who has completed the training course on those models.
• Always follow all warnings marked on, or supplied with, the equipment.
• When you disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull the plug (not the cable).
• Disconnect the power cord before you move the machine. While moving the machine, always
exercise care and make sure that the power cord will not be damaged under the machine.
• Always contact service if relocating the equipment.
• Do not move the machine while the machine is running.
• Do not open covers while the machine is running.
• Do not switch off the power while the machine is running. Make sure the machine cycle has ended.
• Lay the power cord in a way that nobody will stumble over it. Do not place things on the cord.
• Never attempt any maintenance function that is not specically described in this documentation.
• Always keep magnets and all devices with strong magnetic elds away from the machine.
• If the place of installation is air-conditioned or heated, do not place the machine where it will be:
• Subject to sudden temperature changes.
• Directly exposed to cool air from an air-conditioner.
• Directly exposed to heat from a heater.
• If the machine is not used over an extended period of time it should be unplugged to prevent
damage in the case of overload.
General safety, continued
WARNING:
Do not put ngers or other parts between moving parts.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
What You Can Do With This Machine ............................................................................. 11
Guide To Components ..................................................................................................... 12
Graphical User Interface............................................................................................................. 15
Control Panel.........................................................................................................................................15
1. Basics............................................................................................... 17
Turning On / Off the Main Power..................................................................................... 17
Power switch............................................................................................................................... 17
Emptying the waste bin ................................................................................................... 18
2. Setting Up a Job .............................................................................. 19
Manual Feed...................................................................................................................... 19
Manual Feed - Main Menu.......................................................................................................... 19
Booklet Size................................................................................................................................ 19
Face Trim.................................................................................................................................... 20
Side Trim..................................................................................................................................... 20
Square Fold ................................................................................................................................ 21
Booklet Production...................................................................................................................... 22
Feeding Booklets ........................................................................................................................ 23
3. Jobs .................................................................................................. 25
Handling Jobs................................................................................................................... 25
Loading a Job ............................................................................................................................. 25
Saving a Job ............................................................................................................................... 25
Saving a New Job....................................................................................................................... 26
Deleting a Job............................................................................................................................. 26
4. Tools ................................................................................................. 27
The Tools Menu ................................................................................................................ 27
Square Folder Fine Adjustment .................................................................................................. 27
Counter ....................................................................................................................................... 28
Units............................................................................................................................................ 28
Language.................................................................................................................................... 28
Software Version......................................................................................................................... 29
Service Mode.............................................................................................................................. 29
5. Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 31
Jams .................................................................................................................................. 31
Jam codes list ............................................................................................................................. 31
Clearing a jam condition........................................................................................................................32
Other messages ......................................................................................................................... 32
Cover Open Messages..........................................................................................................................32
Empty Waste Bin...................................................................................................................................33
Stacker Full ...........................................................................................................................................33
Power Save Mode.................................................................................................................................33
Please Wait Screen...............................................................................................................................34
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6. Remarks ........................................................................................... 35
Do’s And Don’ts................................................................................................................ 35
Where to put Your Machine ............................................................................................. 36
Machine environment ................................................................................................................. 36
Power connection ....................................................................................................................... 36
Maintaining Your Machine ............................................................................................... 37
Cleaning the sensors .................................................................................................................. 37
Sensors’ location ...................................................................................................................................37
Operational Best Practices.............................................................................................. 39
Limitations ........................................................................................................................ 40
7. Specication ................................................................................... 41
Machine Specications.................................................................................................... 41

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What You Can Do With This Machine
The Fomax Square iT2is a stand-alone machine that allows for square folding
and trimming of booklets.
Stapled booklets are fed in the machine through the Manual Feed Tray and are delivered on
the Stacker.
When the booklets are fed into the machine, an align module transports them into the trimming
area, where it trims the sides of the booklets, in multiple passes.
Finally, the booklets get squarefolded and fed out on the belt stacker.
Stacker
Manual
Feed
Tray

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Guide To Components
A. Belt Stacker
B. Belt Stacker Cover
C. Graphical User Interface (GUI)
D. Latch Handle
E. Waste Tray
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A
B
C D
E

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F. Top Cover
G. Gas Strut
H. Power Switch
I. Manual Feed Tray
J. Casters
Guide To Components (continued)
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J
H
I
G
F

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Guide To Components (continued)
L
J J
M
K
N
K. Tilt protection bar
L. Shorting Plug
M. Shorting Plug
N. Power Socket

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Guide To Components (continued)
Graphical User Interface
The Formax Square iT2has a Graphical User Interface (GUI) / touchscreen control panel
which allows for viewing or adjusting local machine settings and properties.
The control panel is a touchscreen. Point at the screen and press the “button” to reach
the desired function or change the desired setting.
Control Panel
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Manual Feed
Once the system is ready, the Manual
Feed Menu will be shown.
From the Manual Feed Menu, the user
can access the Manual feed options.
See Section 2 for a detailed description
of the Manual Feed Menu.
Welcome screen
When the system power is switched
on, a welcome screen will be displayed
on the screen while the machine
initializes.

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Guide To Components (continued)
Control Panel (continued)
Tools
The Tools sub-menu contains a number
of options that will allow the user to:
• Fine adjust settings for the Square
Fold option,
• View and reset the counter,
• Choose the Units,
• Select the language,
• View the Software Version installed
on the machine.
The Service Mode is to be used only by
authorized technicians. See Section 4
for a detailed description of the Tools
menu.
Jobs
Pressing [Jobs] on the top ribbon of the
screen will open the Jobs sub-menu.
This sub-menu allows for programming
of jobs.
See Section 3 for a detailed description
of the Jobs sub-menu.

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D
C
Turning On / Off the Main Power
Power switch
1. Basics
1 Ensure that the main power cord is plugged into the wall and to the back of the Square IT 2
Trimmer [A].
2 Make sure the two shorting plugs are plugged in, as shown in the picture [B].
3 Open the top lid [C].
4 Toggle on/off the Power Switch [D].
5 Close the top lid.
B
A

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1
Emptying the waste bin
1 Pull up and then out the lower front cover to open it [A].
2 Remove [B] the waste bin (in red) and empty it.
3 Replace the waste bin and close the waste bin cover.
B
A

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2. Setting Up a Job
Manual Feed
Manual Feed - Main Menu
Booklet Size
Main Menu
The main menu allows the user to
choose the following nishing options
before starting the production process:
• Booklet Size;
• Face Trim;
• Side Trim;
• SquareFold.
Booklet Size
This menu allows the user to choose
the nished booklet size: the user can
either select one of the standard sizes
or input a custom size.
Toggle the Thin / Thick Booklet option
depending on the size: choose
“Thick Booklet” when the booklet is
thicker than 1.3 mm or 0.051 inches
(approximately 6 sheets 80 g/m2),
choose “Thin Booklet” when the
booklet is thinner than 1.3 mm.
NOTE:
Selecting [Custom Size] only, will recall
the last custom size entered. Selecting
[Custom Size] and then [Edit] will open
a new screen that allows for entering
of custom values. If the values chosen
are out of the paper bounds, the
lengths will automatically be adjusted
to the limit values.
Push the green check mark to conrm the changes or the red cross to discard them and to
go back to the main menu. Pushing the blue play button will bring the user to the next setting:
“Face Trim”.

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Face trim
This function trims the edge of the
booklet to get an even length on every
page.
When “AUTO mode” is on, a minimum
trim is performed on the booklet to get
rid of the shingle.
Face Trim
Side Trim
Side trim
This function trims the sides of the
booklet, in multiple passes (see pg. 23).
Side trim is set off by default and can
be turned on by toggling the switch.
NOTE:
Use side trim with caution. Please note
the position of the staples, set head
and foot trims so that the staples are
not cut.
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If the amount of trim is not satisfactory,
the user can adjust it manually by
tapping on the switch, which will turn
the Auto mode off and will open a new
screen for entering new value.
To adjust the amount of face trim,
press [+] or [-] or enter the desired
length of the booklet using the
numeric keypad.
NOTE:
If the values chosen are out of the paper bounds, the lengths will automatically be adjusted
to the limit values.
Push the green check mark to conrm the changes or the red cross to discard them and to
go back to the main menu. Pushing the blue play button will bring the user to the next setting:
“Side Trim”.