Frama Fx 5 Series User manual

Connect the weighing platform connector (e) into the COM PORT on the
back of the machine. Then connect the LAN cable (f) and power cable (g)
to each side of the machine.
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Open the cover. Place the meter (i) into the meter compartment and push
backwards until it ts securely into position. Close the cover.
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Machine components:
Machine Base
Feeding Table Catch Tray Weighing Platform
LAN Cable Power Cable Postage Meter
(PSD)
Ink Cartridge
Unpack all components from the box, remove packaging
and any transit tape.
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Lift machine slightly on the left hand side and align the hooks to attach the feeding table (b) –
align the catch tray (c) to the right hand side of the machine.
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Lower weighing platform release panel at the back of
the machine. Place weighing platform (d) on top of the
machine and slide forward to lock. Lift panel to secure
and clip cable into place.
Insert the ink cartridge (h) at an angle into the machine with the ‘TOP’ and ‘LOCK’
stickers facing upwards. Push the ink cartridge (h) towards the back of the machine
until you hear a ‘click’ - close the cover of the machine.
Turn on the machine using the switch behind the
power cable (g) and follow the steps on screen.
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Lift the cover of the machine to reveal the ink
cartridge (h) and meter (i) bays.
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Back of the machine
Weighing Platform
Cable
Fx Series 5
Quick Installation Guide
For more information or if you experience any
issues, please visit : www.frama.co.uk/Fx5
Select LAN and press to test connection type.
OK
Installation Process
1 LAN
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Follow the steps on screen to complete the procedure
Next
Installation Process
Press the ‘Next’ to start the
Online service
declaration.
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Mem
Mem
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Your machine is now ready
to use. Please turn over
for your Quick Start Guide.
Remove tabs from
print heads before
inserting into unit!

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Getting to know your franking machine
Screen Information
A1 Rate and services
A2 Date printed
A3 Weighing type
A4 Postage and weight
A5 Job memory (can contain rate, imprint settings and account)
A6 Current account
Shortcut keys
B1 Short press : Manual weight entry screen
Long press : Differential weighing modes
B2 Reports
B3 Credit management
B4 Rate and services selection
B5 Type of imprint and imprint settings
B6 Short press : Sleep/wake (amber/green)
Long press : Soft off
B7 Stops printing
B8 Starts printing
When all steps are completed
print the imprint :
1. Press to start the motors of your
franking machine.
2. When the rollers start, insert the
mail into the machine from the
left hand side.
1. On the new ink cartridge,
remove the protective
strips from the printing
heads.
2. Lift machine cover and
follow instructions printed
on the sticker inside.
Changing the ink cartridge
1. Press on the keypad
to stop the motor.
2. Under the base, lift up the release
handle and use your other hand to
remove the jammed envelope.
If Jamming occurs
Adding credit
Press choose ‘Credit’ and follow the
instructions on screen.
Note: in order to add credit to the machine
there must be funds available
in your postage account.
Quick steps to franking your mail
1st Inl. Letter
1st Inl. Letter
1To reset the machine press :
to return to the home screen.
C
Short Press : to clear the
information on the screen
Long Press : access zero weigh-
ing platform function
Short Press : to wake the machine
up with default settings
Long Press : soft off state
3To weigh an item...
Put the mail on the platform:
1. Check that the A3 icon is
2. Put the envelope on the weighing
platform
or, if you know the weight...
Key the weight in manually:
1. Press
2. Enter the weight and briey press
2b
2. Use the keypad to choose a rate, service
option or advanced rate.
Change/add services:
1. Press
The Rate selection screen
is displayed.
3. When done, briey press to
conrm your selection and return to the
home screen.
1st Inl. Letter
1st Class 2nd Class
Inland Intl
2a
1st Inl. Letter
Select a rate (and services) :
Currently selected rate and services
are indicated at the
top of the screen.
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Adv. Rate
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Fx Series 5 Quick Start Guide To order consumables for your machine please call your dealer or visit
www.framashop.co.uk
A0141567/A - 15/03/2021
To access your full user guide,
please visit:
www.frama.co.uk/Fx5
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B8
B4
B5
B1
B2
B3
A1
A2
A3
A6
A5
A4