Martin Yale 1501X Quick start guide

1501X OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for your purchase of the Martin Yale Industries, Inc. 1501X Autofolder.
Upon receiving the machine, perform an inspection of all components received.
If you suspect that the unit may have been damaged in transit, call the
appropriate freight carrier immediately. If you have any additional questions,
please contact Martin Yale Industries, Inc. Customer Service department at 260-
563-0641.
Upon receiving the machine, verify that you have the following components:
1. First Fold Table W-A001602
2. Second Fold Table W-A001604
3. L Shaped Catch Tray W-O001611
4. 24 VDC Adapter M-S045198
5. Extension Table W-O001606
6. Feed Table Wedge M-O001661
1501X SPECIFICATIONS
PAPER WEIGHT: 16# -24# BOND STOCK
MIN./ MAX WIDTH: 3 ½” –8 ¾”
MIN./ MAX LENGTH: 5” –14”
MAX FEED LOAD: 250 SHEETS (20# BOND STOCK).
SPEED: 5,000 –8,000 PER HOUR.
POWER CONSUMPTION: 24 VDC (1A)
UNIT IS PROTECTED BY A PTC STYLE CIRCUIT BREAKER. SHOULD IT LOSE POWER
FOR ANY REASON, TURN UNIT OFF FOR 60 SECONDS. IF POWER DOES NOT RETURN,
CALL TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT Martin Yale Industries, Inc. AT 219-563-0641.
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First step is to plug into wall outlet. The power adaptor connects on the inside
frame, under the feed table. Once plugged in, toggle the power switch and make
sure there is power to the motor*.
FEED TABLE EXTENSION
Extension
Table
Extension Table locking
pins.
The feed table extension is slotted on the bottom, and goes onto a dual set of
pins on the left and right side of the feed table. (See photo above.)
LOADING THE MACHINE-SINGLE SHEET APPLICATION
To load the feed table, position paper guides at proper width and insert stack.
Square the guides with the paper. Do not allow the guides to pinch the stock,
but, do not leave a great deal of room in between the side edges of stock and
the guides.
Stack of paper
should be squared
against the
retarder frame for
proper feeding.
1/16” clearance
between paper guides
and the sides of the
stack.
* Some units may not have a detachable power cord.
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When putting paper into the machine, it should be a neat stack. Once the stack
is on the tray, press down and slide the stack against the retarder frame. After
squaring, allow the table to return to its upper position. At this point, the stack of
paper should be pressed against the feed roller.
SETTING THE FOLDS
In order to use the unit, you must first understand the different fold setups.
The first consideration is how to do a half fold as opposed to a tri-fold. in order
to do this, the second folding table must be repositioned on its mounting post to
disable it. (See photo below.)
First step in
doing a half
fold.
This is accomplished by pulling out on the bottom edge of the second folding
table and lowering it slightly so that is is aligned with the rubber grommet that
says ‘single fold’. When resecuring the table onto the mounting post, make sure
it is fully pressed into position. After this is performed, the second folding table
will be disabled and the table underneath the feed tray needs to be set for the
appropriate sheet size. This is typically going to be a half fold. There are icon
markings on the ruler for A4, 8 ½ X 11 and 8 ½ X 14.
Whenadjusting the paper stop brackets on the fold tables, make sure that they
are straight in alignment. Also, when tightening the knobs, be careful not to over
tighten.
Any time there are two folds in the stock, like a typical letter fold, the second fold
tables mounting post should be inserted into the double fold opening. (See photo
on next page.)
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Post goes
into double
fold hole
during a letter
fold.
NOTE: When doing two folds, make sure that both folding tables are
pointing to an identical icon.
LOADING THE MACHINE-MULTIPLE PAGE SETS
Your unit is capable of folding up to three pieces of 20# bond stock at one time.
This must be done by hand feeding the machine through the top of the bonnet.
Load multiple
page sets
here, one set
at a time.
NOTE: Your unit can run stapled sets, but they must be stapled parallel to
the top edge, and the staple must be centered. Also, when hand feeding
sets into the machine make sure that you use the engaging clip to hold the
feed table in the down position. If this were not done, it could cause
premature wear of the feed tire.
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MAINTENANCE
Clean the folding rollers of the machine once every 15 thousand folds. Do this by
removing the spring loaded bonnet assembly. You will need a can of Rubber
Roller Cleaner and a 3M Scotch-brite pad. Clean each roller throughly by
rotating by hand to scrub each section. Use an old cloth to mop up any liquid
residue that may be left over. Also, from time to time the feed tire of the unit may
become soiled and need to be cleaned. In this case, soap and warm water
would be ideal.
Should the machine become labored, apply one drop of lubrication to each of the
units folding roller bushings. A light weight all purpose lubrication is
recommended for this.
TROUBLESHOOTING
UNIT WILL NOT RUN:
Turn power to unit off for 60 seconds and try again. If still no power, verify a
good plug in by plugging in another device. Also, in the power jack on the
machine there is a metal spring clip. It is possible over a period of time that the
clip could get bent and no longer make good contact. With an unfolded paper
clip, bend the bracket outward to make sure it provides good contact. If there is
still no power, call Martin Yale Industries, Inc. technical support at 219-563-0641.
WRINKLED FOLDS
Clean rollers, make sure that you allow the stock time to cool (one hour). Do not
place the machine on a metal table, and try to operate unit in a temperature
controlled environment. If unit still wrinkles paper, call Martin Yale Industries,
Inc. technical support at 219-563-0641.
PAPER WILL NOT FEED
Make sure the paper guides are not pinching the stock. Monitor the feed tire for
wear and tear. Replace if excessively warn. Allow the stock time to cool (one
hour) after being duplicated.
NOTE: If stock has a slick finish, friction fed folders in general have
difficulty feeding and folding this type of paper.
CROOKED FOLD
Make sure that each of the paper stops are lined up straight, and stack is
properly inserted. If due for a cleaning or if you suspect that some characteristic
of your stock could cause rapid contamination, thoroughly clean the rollers of the
unit. Always suspect dirty rollers when any fold machine starts giving fold
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offages under normal settings. Make sure there is no gappage in between the
side edges of the stock and guides that hold it straight as it feeds into the unit.
SMUDGING
Typically, there is nothing that can be done to a friction fed unit that will prevent
this. Adjusting toner, inking or the amount of drying time are all good
suggestions. This issue can be particularly tough on stocks that are printed on
both sides.
JAMS
Follow the below steps to clear a jam:
1. Remove the spring loaded bonnet assembly (shown above).
2. Manually rotate rollers by spinning the center rubber roller, and one of the
rollers next to it together.
3. If necessary, remove each of the folding tables by disengaging off of
mounting pin and lowering down until it separates.
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This should provide you with all necessary info to operate the unit. If you have
any further questions, please call the technical support division at Martin Yale
Industries, Inc., we will be glad to assist you.
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