GRAPHTEC CE3000-40 User manual

CE 3000-40/60/120
USER’S MANUAL
MANUAL NO. CE3000-UM-151
CUTTING PRO

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TO ENSURE SAFE AND CORRECT USE
• To ensure the safe and correct use of your cutting plotter, read this manual thoroughly prior to use.
• After reading this manual, keep it in a handy location for quick reference as necessary.
• Do not allow small children to touch the cutting plotter.
• The following describes important points for safe operation. Be sure to observe them strictly.
Conventions Used in This Manual
To ensure the safe and accurate use of the cutting plotter as well as to prevent human injury and property
damage, the safety precautions provided in this manual are ranked in the three categories described
below. Be sure to gain a full understanding of the difference between each of the categories before reading
the Manual.
: This category provides information that, if ignored, is highly likely to cause fatal
or serious injury to the operator.
: This category provides information that, if ignored, is likely to cause fatal or seri-
ous injury to the operator.
: This category provides information that, if ignored, could cause injury to the
operator or damage to the cutting plotter.
Description of Safety Symbols
The symbol indicates information that requires careful attention (including warnings). The
specific point requiring attention is described by an illustration or text within or next to the
symbol.
The indicates an action that is prohibited. Such prohibited action is described by an illustra-
tion or text within or next to the symbol.
The symbol indicates an action that must be performed. Such imperative action is described
by an illustration or text within or next to the symbol.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION

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Safety Precautions
WARNING
Do not touch the rollers or moving parts such as the carriage
while cutting or plotting is in progress.
• Such action may result in injury.
Be sure to ground the earth terminal.
• If the cutting plotter is not grounded, the operator could suffer an
electric shock in the event of current leakage.
Keep your hands, hair, etc., away from the rollers or moving
parts such as the carriage even if the cutting plotter is
stopped, as it may suddenly start moving when data is
received.
• Such action may result in injury.
Do not disassemble, repair, or remodel the cutting plotter.
• Such action may cause electric shock or a fire hazard due to
current leakage.
• Contact with the high-voltage parts within the cutting plotter may
cause electric shock.
• If the cutting plotter requires repairs, contact your sales
representative or nearest Graphtec vendor.
Do not connect the cutting plotter to a non-rated power
supply.
• Use of a different supply voltage may result in electric shock or a
fire hazard due to current leakage.
Do not use the cutting plotter in a location where it will be
exposed to water, rain, or snow.
• Such locations may cause electric shock or a fire hazard due to
current leakage.
Do not touch
Ground the cutting plotter
Keep your distance
No disassembly
Specified
rating
Prohibited
Avoid water
Beware of electric shock

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If the cutting plotter generates smoke, overheats, emits a
strange odor, or otherwise functions abnormally, do not
continue using it. Turn off the power and unplug the power
cord from the electrical socket.
• Use of the cutting plotter in such a condition may result in a fire
hazard or electric shock.
• After confirming that smoke is no longer being emitted, contact
your sales representative or nearest Graphtec vendor for
repairs.
• Never attempt to perform repairs yourself. Repair work by
inexperienced personnel is extremely dangerous.
Do not allow dust or metal scraps to adhere to the power
plug.
• A dirty power plug may result in electric shock or a fire hazard
due to current leakage.
Do not use the power cord if it is damaged.
• Use of a damaged cord may result in electric shock or a fire
hazard due to current leakage.
• Replace the power cord with a new one.
Be careful when handling the cutter blade.
• Touching the blade with your bare hand may cause injury.
• Do not touch the cutter blade while cutting is in progress.
Safety Precautions (Continued)
WARNING
Prohibited
Prohibited
Beware of electric shock
Unplug the power
cord from the socket
Do not touch

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Safety Precautions (Continued)
CAUTION
Do not use or store the cutting plotter in a location exposed
to direct sunlight or the direct draft of an air conditioner or
heater.
• Such locations may impair the performance of the cutting plotter.
Do not use the cutting plotter in an excessively dusty or
humid location.
• Such locations may impair the performance of the cutting plotter.
Do not place any receptacle containing water or other fluid on
top of the cutting plotter.
• Fluid falling inside the cutting plotter may cause electric shock or
a fire hazard due to current leakage.
Do not use the cutting plotter in a location subject to
excessive mechanical vibration or electrical noise.
• Use in such locations may impair the performance of the cutting
plotter.
When disconnecting the power cord or interface cable, do not
pull on the cord/cable.
• Such action will damage the cord/cable, resulting in a fire hazard
or electric shock.
If water or foreign matter enters the cutting plotter,
discontinue use. Turn off the power and unplug the power
cord from the electrical socket.
• Use of the cutting plotter in such a condition may result in
electric shock or a fire hazard due to current leakage.
• Contact your sales representative or nearest Graphtec vendor
for repairs.
Prohibited
Prohibited
Avoid water
Beware of electric shock
Prohibited
Prohibited
Unplug the power
cord from the socket

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Do not attempt to lubricate the cutting-plotter mechanisms.
• Such action may cause it to break down.
Do not clean the cutting plotter using volatile solvents such
as thinner or benzene.
• Such action may impair its performance.
Provide sufficient space around the cutting plotter so that it
does not strike any objects in its vicinity during cutting or
plotting. Such contact may cause misalignment in cutting or
plotting.
• Such contact may cause cutting or plotting to go out of
alignment.
When using indoor lighting such as fluorescent or other
electrical lamps, provide a distance of at least one meter
between the cutting plotter and the light source.
• Close proximity of such a light source may cause the sensor to
malfunction and prevent proper size detection of the media.
When using the cutter, take care not to extend the blade more
than necessary.
• An overly extended blade will damage the cutting mat and
adversely affect the cutting quality.
Move the pen carriage slowly when moving it manually in
order to load the medium or for other reasons.
• Moving it quickly may damage the cutting plotter.
Safety Precautions (Continued)
CAUTION
Prohibited
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Do not touch

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■CE3000 Series
WARNING:
The United States Federal Communications Commission has specified that the following notice must be
brought to the attention of users of this product.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY
INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment gener-
ates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
USE SHIELDED CABLES
To comply with FCC Class A requirements, all external data interface cables and connectors must be prop-
erly shielded and grounded. Proper cables and connectors are available from GRAPHTEC’s authorized
dealers or manufacturers of computers or peripherals. GRAPHTEC is not responsible for any interference
caused by using cables and connectors other than those recommended or by unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

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Selecting a Power Cable
Plug Configuration Plug Type Reference
Standards Power Cable
North America
125 V
10 A
ANSI C73.11
NEMA 5-15
UL498/817/62
CSA22.2
NO.42/21/49
UL Listed
Type SJT
No.18AWG x 3
300 V, 10 A
Europe
250 V
10 A
CEE(7)VII
IEC320
CEE13
TYPE: H05VV-F
3 x 1.0 mm 2
UK
250 V
5 A
BS1363
BS4491
BS6500
TYPE: H05VV-F
3 x 1.0 mm2
Australia
250 V
10 A
AS3112
AS3109
AS3191
TYPE: OD3CFC
3 x 1.0 mm2
North America
250 V
15 A
ANSI C73.20
NEMA 6-15
UL 198.6
UL Listed
Type SJT
No.18AWG x 3
300 V, 10 A
Switzerland
250 V
6 A
SEV1011
SEV1004
SEV1012
TYPE: H05VV-F
3 x 0.75 mm2

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PREFACE
Thank you for choosing a Graphtec CE3000-series cutting plotter. The CE3000-40 cutting plotter uses
stepping motors, and the CE3000-60/120 employ a digital servo drive system to achieve high-speed and
high-precision cutting. In addition to cutting marking film and other media, it can also be used as a pen
plotter. To ensure high cutting quality and optimal productivity, be sure to read this User’s Manual thor-
oughly prior to use.
Notes on this Manual
(1) No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form
or by any means, without the prior written permission of Graphtec Corporation.
(2) The product specifications and other information in this manual are subject to change without notice.
(3) While every effort has been made to provide complete and accurate information, please contact your
sales representative or nearest Graphtec vendor if you find any unclear or erroneous information or
wish to make other comments or suggestions.
(4) Notwithstanding the stipulations in the preceding paragraph, Graphtec Corporation assumes no liabil-
ity for damages resulting from either the use of the information contained herein or the use of the
product.
Registered Trademarks
All names of companies, brands, logotypes, and products appearing in this manual are the trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Copyright
This User’s Manual is copyrighted by Graphtec Corporation.

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Contents
TO ENSURE SAFE AND CORRECT USE......................................................................................i
Conventions Used in This Manual .....................................................................................................i
Description of Safety Symbols...........................................................................................................i
■CE3000 Series...................................................................................................................................vi
WARNING: ......................................................................................................................................vi
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY
INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ......................................................................................................vi
USE SHIELDED CABLES ...............................................................................................................vi
Selecting a Power Cable .................................................................................................................. vii
PREFACE .............................................................................................................................................. viii
Notes on this Manual ..................................................................................................................... viii
Registered Trademarks ................................................................................................................. viii
Copyright ....................................................................................................................................... viii
Contents ..................................................................................................................................................ix
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Checking the Accessories.............................................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Parts Names and Functions ........................................................................................... 1-3
Front View (CE3000-40/60)............................................................................................... 1-3
Rear View (CE3000-40/60) ............................................................................................... 1-3
Front View (CE3000-120).................................................................................................. 1-4
Rear View (CE3000-120) .................................................................................................. 1-5
Control Panel..................................................................................................................... 1-6
1.3 Assembling the Stand..................................................................................................... 1-7
Stand Construction ............................................................................................................ 1-7
Stand Assembly Instructions ............................................................................................. 1-7
1.4 Attaching the Basket..................................................................................................... 1-10
Basket Construction ........................................................................................................ 1-10
Basket Attachment Instructions....................................................................................... 1-10
2. SETTING UP THE CUTTER PLOTTER
2.1 Connecting to Your Computer ....................................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Turning on the Power...................................................................................................... 2-3
2.3 Loading the Medium........................................................................................................ 2-4
Loading a Roll Medium...................................................................................................... 2-4
Loading Sheet Media......................................................................................................... 2-8
Aligning the Push Rollers .................................................................................................. 2-9
2.4 Adjusting and Mounting the Cutter Pen...................................................................... 2-11
Types and Features of Cutter Blades.............................................................................. 2-11
Cutter-Pen Construction .................................................................................................. 2-12
Replacing the Cutter Blade.............................................................................................. 2-12
Adjusting the Blade Length.............................................................................................. 2-13
Mounting the Cutter Pen.................................................................................................. 2-14