Horizon Fitness PC-S43 User manual

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Important Information
- This manual is designed to help you to install, operate and maintain the PC-S43 Paper
Cutter. Please read and understand this manual and keep it in a safe and convenient place.
- Do not operate the PC-S43 until you read and understand the instructions in this manual.
- Horizon International Inc. shall not be liable for incidental consequential damages result-
ing from: improper or inadequate maintenance by customer, unauthorized modification or
misuse, or operation outside of the environmental specifications for the product.
- Horizon International Inc. pursues a policy of continuing improvement in design and
performance of the product. Therefore, the product design and specifications are subject to
change without prior notice and without our legal obligation.
- All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be photocopied, reproduced or trans-
lated to another language without the prior written consent of Horizon International Inc.
PC-S43 (inch)
PAPER CUTTER
UM204017-00
031031/PCS43inch/00E/HS

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Safety Precautions
- The term WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
- The term CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in damage to the machine. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
- Please read and understand all safety instructions which include the terms WARNING
and CAUTION. If these safety instructions are ignored, personal injury may result.
- Horizon International Inc. cannot anticipate every possible situation that might involve
a potential hazard. The instructions in this manual and warning labels on the machine are
therefore not all-inclusive.
- All equipment shall be locked out or tagged out to protect against accidental or inad-
vertent operation when such operation could cause injury to personnel. Do not attempt to
operate any switch, valve, or other energy isolating device when it is locked or tagged out.
- Do not operate the machine when any covers are removed.
- Some of the drawings in this manual show the machine uncovered to help in explain-
ing the details inside the machine.

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CuttingCutting
Cutting
Knife is
Locked.
Knife is
Locked.
Cover is
Locked.
Machine Safety Features
This machine has been designed with safety in mind. Please understand these fea-
tures, and use them when operating the machine.
The machine is protected
by covers which prevent
your hands from reaching
any dangerous parts.
The machine includes a
key switch. Only an autho-
rized person should have
access to the key.
When this door is open,
the machine will not run.
When the safety cover is
open, the knife is locked
and the machine will not
run.
The machine will only start
cutting the sheets when
both cutting buttons are
pressed at the same time.
If one of the cutting button is
released while the machine is
cutting the sheets, the knife
automatically returns to the
starting position.
The safety cover is
locked while the ma-
chine is cutting the
sheets.
The machine is
equipped with a lever
which moves the cut
sheets forward.
The knife can be re-
placed without touching
it directly.

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Contents
Important Information.......................................................................I
Safety Precautions...........................................................................II
Machine Safety Features........................................................................III
Machine Description ........................................................1
Machine Features.............................................................3
Operating Procedures .....................................................5
Troubleshooting...............................................................9
1 The last few sheets are not cut............................................................. 9
2 The machine will not cut ....................................................................... 9
3 If the "Problem inside the machine" LED is lit
and the buzzer sounds. ............... 10
4 When power is turned on, the "Cutting" LED is lit .......................... 10
Replacing Wearing Parts............................................... 11
1 Replacing the Cut Stick ......................................................................11
Remove the cut stick .................................................................... 11
Install the cut stick ........................................................................ 11
Specifications................................................................. 13
Appendix.........................................................................14
1 Accessories ........................................................................................ 14
2 Wearing Parts (Maintenance Kit)........................................................15
3 Index ................................................................................................... 16

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Machine Description
Machine Description
This section includes a description of the machine.
Ready
Safety cover open
Door open
or
Problem inside machine
Cutting
Monitor
Safety Cover
Cutting Buttons
Trim Drawer
Key Switch
Back-gauge Adjusting Knob
Sheet Pusher Lever
Back-gauge
Circuit Breaker
Rear View
Power Cord
Cut Stick
Door
Counter
Knife Holder
This holder is attached to
the knife by six screws.
Knife
Clamp
This clamps the sheets to
prevent them from moving
during cutting.
Ground
Terminal
Power Switch

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Machine Features
Machine Features
These LED's can be used to
check the machine opera-
tion. See page 1.
The illuminated cut line
conveniently indicates the
cutting position.
Sheets up to 17.08" wide
can be cut.
The counter is used to count
the number of cuts, and also
to tell when the knife should
be replaced.
This knob can be used to
adjust the back-gauge.
See page 5.
The knife can be replaced
easily because it is dispos-
able.
See page 12.
This section explains the machine features.
Use this lever to move the
cut sheets forward for easy
removal. See page 6.
The trim box can hold a
large amount of the trim and
can be reached from the
front of the machine.

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Operating Procedures
Ready
Safety Cover Open
Cutting
11"x17"
2
Ready
Cutting
Safety Cover Open
Operating Procedures
This section explains how to operate the machine.
Rear View
Power Switch
Monitor LED's
Key
Back-gauge
Back-gauge Adjusting Knob
Safety Cover
Cut Line
Turn on the power switch.
Turn on the key switch.
Insert the key and turn it to the right.
The "Ready" LED lights.
If the knife is not at the starting position, the
"Cutting" LED will light.
See page 10 .
Set the back-gauge to the cutting
length.
The back-gauge can be moved forward or back
using the adjusting knob. Use the scale to set the
back-gauge.
Place the sheets.
Open the safety cover, and place the sheets so
that the edge of stack touches the back-gauge.
The sheets will be cut along the lighted cut line.
While the safety cover is open, the LED
will blink.

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1 Operating Procedures
Cutting
Cutting Button
Trim Drawer
Sheet Pusher Lever
Dispose of the trim.
WARNING
If some trim is stuck to the
knife, remove it using a brush
to prevent your hands or
fingers from touching the
knife directly.
Remove the cut sheets.
Push the sheet pusher lever to the front. The cut
sheets will move forward so you can remove them.
WARNING
Do not touch the knife above
the cut sheet.
Close the safety cover.
If the cover remains open, the machine will not
run.
Once the cover is closed, the LED will
go out.
Cut the sheets.
Press the both cutting buttons at the same time
and keep pressing until the cutting is done.
- If one of the cutting button is released
while the machine is cutting, the cutting
will stop and the knife will automatically
return to the starting position.
- While the "Cutting" LED is lit, the
safety cover is locked and can not be
opened.

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Operating Procedures
1 Operating Procedures
Close the safety cover.
Turn off the key switch.
Turn the key switch to the left and remove it.
Only authorized persons should have
access to the key.

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Trouble- shooting
Problem
The circuit breaker is tripped.
1) Turn off the key switch.
2) Wait for one minute.
3) Push in the circuit breaker.
4) Try to operate the machine again.
The motor was overloaded. If the machine was
running, wait several minutes and try to operate
again. If the knife is worn, the machine may need
excessive force to cut the sheets. If the breaker trips
repeatedly, replace the knife.
Solution
To attempt to reset:
Troubleshooting
This section lists some possible solutions if the cutting quality is not satisfactory,
or there is a problem with the machine operation.
1 The last few sheets are not cut
2 The machine will not cut
Circuit Breaker
The last few sheets are not cut/ The machine will not cut
Problem Solution See Page
The cut stick is worn. Replace the cut stick. 11
The edge of the knife is worn. Replace the knife. 12

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Problem
The knife has not returned to the starting
p
osition.
Press and hold both cutting buttons. The knife will
automaticall
y
return to the startin
g
p
osition.
If the cutter does not return to the starting position,
the LED is still turned on and the buzzer does
not stop after you press both cutting buttons, please
call your local dealer.
Solution
Problem
There is a problem inside the machine.
1) Turn off the key switch.
2) Wait for one minute.
3) Turn on the keyswitch.
If the LED is still lighted and the buzzer does not
stop after you turn on the key switch, please call your
local dealer.
Attem
p
t to reset usin
g
this
p
rocedure:
Solution
3 If the "Problem inside the machine" LED is lit and the buzzer sounds.
(Problem inside machine)
4 When power is turned on, the "Cutting" LED is lit
The knife is not at the starting position.
Cutting
(The knife is located under the clamp.)
Knife Clamp

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Replacing Wearing Parts
Replacing Wearing Parts
This section explains how to maintain the PC-S43 to keep it in good condition.
Replacing the Cut Stick
WARNING
- Turn off the power switch
and key switch before chang-
ing or replacing the cutting
stick.
- Be careful not to touch the
knife above the stick.
1 Replacing the Cut Stick
When the groove in the cut stick gets too deep, the last few sheets may not be cut, or may not
separate completely. Rotate the cut stick or replace the stick.
Remove the cut stick
Turn off the power switch and key
switch.
Remove the cut stick
1)Insert the Allen wrench (supplied) into the cutout
and lift the cut stick by moving the wrench in the
direction shown by the arrow.
2)Remove the cut stick by prying up from the right
side to the left side.
Remove any dust in the groove.
Cut Stick
Cutout
Allen Wrench
Install the cut stick
Install the cut stick.
One cut stick can provide eight working
lines on the four faces.

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Model PC-S43 Table-Top Paper Cutter
Cutting Width Max. 434 mm (17.08")
Cutting Height Max. 25 mm (0.98")
Max. 390 mm (15.35")
Min. 55 mm (2.17")
60 Hz 4 sec
50 Hz 4.8 sec
Clamp Spring-Operated 1,960 N
Push-out Length 25 mm (1")
Single Phase 115 V 60 Hz
Single Phase 230 V 50/60 Hz
Single Phase 240 V 50 Hz
Single Phase 115 V 60 Hz 2.8 A
Single Phase 230 V 50/60 Hz 1.5/2.0 A
Single Phase 240 V 50 Hz 1.6 A
115 V 60 Hz 310 W
230 V 50/60 Hz 340/430 W
240 V 50 Hz 360 W
Motor 90 W x 1
Machine Dimensions (W)x(D)x(H) 675 mm (26.6") x 740 mm (29.1") x 360 mm (14.2")
Machine Weight 68 kg (149.9 lb)
Other Function Action Monitor, Trouble Monitor and Total Counter
Feed Depth
Power Consumption
Cutting Speed
Rated Current
Voltage/Frequency
The machine design and specifications are subject to change without any notice.
Specification
Specifications
Specifications

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Appendix
1 Accessories
This section lists the accessories and wearing parts, and includes an index.
Knife Sheath 1 pc
Key (4015793-00) Set of 2
0.12" Allen Wrench (4015790-00) 1 pc Power Cord 1 pc
115V: 4009882-00

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2 Wearing Parts (Maintenance Kit)
Cut Stick 10 pcsSpare Knife with Sheath 2 pcs
Appendix
Wearing Parts (Maintenance Kit)

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3 Index
A
Allen Wrench ..................................................14
B
Back-gauge ..................................................1, 5
Back-gauge Adjusting Knob .........................1, 5
C
Circuit Breaker ................................................. 1
Clamp ...............................................................1
Counter .............................................................1
Cut Line ............................................................ 5
Cut Stick ..................................................... 1, 11
Cutting ..............................................................6
Cutting Buttons ............................................. 1, 6
Cutting Length .................................................. 5
D
Door ................................................................. 1,
G
Ground Terminal ............................................... 1
Ground Wire ................................................... 14
K
Key ................................................................. 14
Key Switch ....................................................1, 5
Knife ................................................................. 1
Knife Holder ...................................................... 1
P
Power Cord................................................ 1, 14
Power Switch ................................................ 1, 5
S
Safety Cover ..................................................... 1
Sheath .......................................................... 14
Sheet Pusher Lever ..................................... 1, 6
Spare Knife ..................................................... 15
T
Trim................................................................... 6
Trim Drawer ...................................................... 6