Martin Yale Count FC114 User manual

Count FC114 Friction-Fed
Digital Creasing/Perforating/
Numbering Machine
Instruction Manual

FC114 Digital Creasing
& Numbering Machine
Serial Number ___________________________
Date ___________________________________
11/2014
Version 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………………………………………………………………….1a
SAFETY PROCEDURES/CARE & MAINTENANCE.………………………………………………….1b
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION…………………………………………………………………………2
SETTING UP YOUR FC114……………………………………………………………………….3
W/ Optional Stand………………………………………………………………………3
TOUCH SCREEN CONTROLLER ………………….………………………………………………….4
Perf Mode..........................……………………………………………….………5
Feeder Mode......................................…………………………….……..…6
Crease Mode...................………………………………………….…….…………6
Number Mode...................………………………………………….…….…………6
Programming for Number Mode..………..…………………...............................……….7
Transport Operation…………………………….……………………….……….……8
Programming for Crease Mode..………..…………………...............................……….8
Half Fold......................................................................................8
Tri-fold................................................................................………9
Z Fold.........................................................................................9
Letter Fold...................................................................................9
Roll Fold......................................................................................9
Gate Fold.....................................................................................10
Double Gate..................................................................................10
Double Parallel...............................................................................10
Perfect Bind Double Hinge...............................................................10
Perfect Bind Single Hinge...............................................................11
Perfect Bind No Hinge....................................................................11
Custom Crease Setups...................................................................11
Saving/Recalling Custom Jobs..........................................................12
Micro Adjusting the Crease Position...................................................12
Batch Counter..........…………………………………………………………………..13
DELIVERY TRAY ASSEMBLY…………………………………………………………………………….14
FEED TABLE ASSEMBLY……………………………………………………………………………….14
Component Identification…….…………………………………………………….14
Adjusting Feed Rails………..……………………………………………….………15
Setting the Automatic Feeder…………………………………………………….16
Fanning the Paper…………………………………………………………………….16
Loading the Feeder…………………………………………………………………..17
Replacing the Feed Wheels………………………………………………….……17
Feeding Notes…………………………………………………………………………17
Replacing the Friction Plate………………………………………………..……..18
Checking the Sensor…………………………………….…………………………..18
NUMBERING HEAD ............………………………………………………..….....................19
Head Parts..............…………………………………….………… …..20
Depressing a Wheel ...………………………………….…………………..21
Changing the Direction of the Head…..………….…………………….21
Adjusting the Vertical Bracket...…………………….… ……………..22
Adjusting for a Level Impression..……………… …………………..22
Tips For Leveling the Head....…………………………………………...23
Setting the Repeat Selector....………………………………………..23
Ink Cartridge........................…………………………...24
Perf Shaft & Strike Plate……………………………………................………25
Removing the Perf Shaft to Change Configurations………………………25
ROTARY PERF & SCORE ASSEMBLY………………………………………………………………..26
Component Identification………………………………………………………….26
Perforation & Scoring Assemblies……………………………………………….27
Gripper Wheel Perf Score Mounting……………………………………………27
Folding Direction of Paper…………………………………………………………27
RAC System (Rotary Actuated Creasing) Assembly……………………………………….28
Component Identification……………………………………………….………..28
Adjusting RAC rollers (depth of crease)……………………………………..29
Changing Lower Crease Die……………………………………………………...29
TROUBLESHOOTING………………………………………………………………………………………30-31

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Power Requirement: 110/220V, 50-60 HZ, AC,
Circuit Protection: 3 AMP Circuit Breaker
NOTE: Older buildings, overloaded lines, and bad grounds can affect the operation of
your FC114. A dedicated line is best.
OPERATING SPEEDS
MODE TRANSPORT SPEED 8.5x11 Sheet(est) 5 ½” Sheet(est)
(Feet per Sec.)
Perf Mode 2.5 12000 14000
Number Mode 2.0 8000 10000
Crease Mode 2.0 4500 5500
SPECIFICATIONS
Net Weight: FC114……………………………………………..250 lbs
Overall Dimensions: …………………………………………………………………32”Lx27”Wx26”D
Min. Sheet Size: ………………………………………………………………..3”x5-7/8”
Max. Sheet Size: …………………………………………………………………18”x20”-24”*
*NOTE: The FC114 is capable of handling many types of applications above and beyond
the standard specifications. It is possible to feed quite a variety of jobs, from 30” sheets
to die cut stocks. However, the performance of the FC114 on these special applications
is directly related to the experience of the operator.
1a

SAFETY PROCEDURES
BEFORE USE:
Read through the owner’s manual. Follow instructions CAREFULLY.
NEVER use a wet area. Electric shock could occur.
Use a GROUNDED outlet and a GROUNDED circuit. Do not use ungrounded
equipment on the same circuit.
Always use a dedicated line. DO NOT use with line splitting surge protector.
DURING USE:
Keep fingers and hands away from creasing bar, perf blades, and rubber rollers.
Keep cords clear of moving parts.
AFTER USE:
Turn off machine at the rear panel, then unplug the main power cord. This will
prevent damage to your machine by power/voltage spikes.
To unplug cords, always grasp the plug body, never pull on cords to disconnect. Wire
fatigue and possible shock could result from improper disconnect procedures.
BE ALERT! BE CAREFUL!
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The FC114 is a precision machine. It is very important to keep it free of excessive dust, dirt and
foreign matter. We recommend that you keep the machine covered when not in use.
BEARINGS: The FC114 uses 2 different style bearings sealed roller bearing and bronze
bushings. Sealed roller bearings and are designed to be self lubricating, however dirt and dust
can get into them causing clogging and dirt build up. Bronze bushings need to be oiled on a
regular basis. The bronze bushings on this machine are located on the operator side frame and
have the perf shaft and exit shaft through them. There are also 2 bushings located on the feed
drive shaft. To oil these bronze bushings run the machine in feed mode and add a few drops of
oil just inside the shaft collar that hold the shaft in place. Also add a few drops to the inside of
the machine so both sides of the bushing gets oil. It is recommended to occasionally oil the
sealed roller bearings under heavy use.
STRIKE DIE: The groove in the lower die should be cleaned periodically using a toothbrush to
remove any dirt or build up.
SENSOR EYE: Clean the lower reflector tape located on the base plate of the machine. Dust will
cause the beam to not reflect correctly. Clean when necessary.
REMOVEABLE SCREWS: When these show signs of wear or stripping, replace as soon as
possible. If these strip or hollow out they can be costly to remove. If you do keep your FC114
clean and in top condition, it will give you years of service.
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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
REFERENCES
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Feed Table Assembly
Touch Screen
Delivery Tray
Perf and Score Assemblies
Crease Bar
Paper Stop
Machine Stand Pg. 3
Touch Screen Pg. 4
Feed Table Assembly Pg. 14
Delivery Tray Pg. 14
Numbering Head Pg. 18
Perf and Score Assemblies Pg. 26
Crease Bar Pg. 28
Feed Rail Assembly
Numbering Head

SETTING UP YOUR FC114
STAND (optional)
1. Open top of box and remove components.
2. Assemble stand. (See Directions)
3. Place machine on stand as shown below.
5. Place delivery tray in front so tray hooks under the steel dowels located directly below
the exit shaft. Locate the magnetic paper stops and position them on the tray.
6. Inspect the remaining parts and place them near the machine where they are easily
accessible.
7. Plug in your machine to any 110-240v outlet.
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FC114
TOUCH SCREEN CONTROLLER
THE TOUCH SCREEN CONSISTS OF FOUR SECTIONS:
1. Count Logo and Service Access
2. Perf Mode
3. Feeder Mode
4. Crease Mode
5. Number Mode
* SPECIAL NOTE NONE OF THE F KEYS OR SYS KEY TO THE LEFT ARE USED.
Touch Screen Operation
When the machine is turned on the display may take up to 7 seconds for the home
screen to display. There is a screen saver that will turn the display off if the machine is
not touched within 30 minutes. The power light will stay illuminated letting you know
the machine is still on.
Count logo and Service Access
If the logo is pressed a password screen is displayed. This is for factory and service
access only. This Screen is for internal use only. The password is not given out.
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Perf Mode
From the home screen press the perf mode button the perf mode screen will be
displayed.
Home: Takes you back to the home screen.
Counter Reset: Resets the displayed counter to 0.
Jog Left and Right: Slowly advances the rollers left or right.
Batch Counter: Allows for stopping the machine after a batch number is reached.
Run: Turns on the transport and starts the feeding of paper.
When the Run Button is pressed the Graphic will change red and the button will flash.
This is the indicator the machine is in running.
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Feeder Mode
Feed mode is the mode to run your FC114 as a feeder into our CountCoat UV Coater. It runs
much slower than the other modes giving the sheets enough spacing to move through the UV
coater.
Home: Takes you back to the home screen.
Counter Reset: Resets the displayed counter to 0.
Jog Left and Right: Slowly advances the rollers left or right.
Batch Counter: Allows for stopping the machine after a batch number is reached.
Run: Turns on the transport and starts the feeding of paper.
Crease mode
Crease mode is used to apply a Compression Crease/Score to a piece of paper. In this mode
there are several Automatic Setup selections or you can do a custom selection and enter the
distance in mm.
Crease selections include half, tri-fold, z fold, letter fold, roll fold, gate fold, double gate, double
parallel, 3 perfect bind selections and 12 custom crease locations.
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Number Mode
Number mode is used to apply a numbering impression to a piece of paper. In this mode enter
the positions and what number head you would like to use for that position.
PROGRAMMING FOR NUMBER MODE
In Numbering Mode it is important to understand how to program the positions. The
machine must be programmed in order from the lead edge of the sheet. Each Position
can fire Head 1, Head 2, or Both. If there are numbers in the positions already
you must hit clear all and redo the programming.
Press the Number Mode Button > Positions > Clear All > 1 Position > Enter in Position >
Select Head 1, 2, or Both > Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
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TRANSPORT OPERATION
The Run Button will start the Transport in any given mode. Press it
again to stop the transport. Each Mode has a timeout feature to
preserve the life of the machine.
A document may be slowly advanced through the transport by
pushing and holding one of these buttons.
EXAMPLE:
The motor should advance transport at slow speed and stop
whenever finger is lifted.
Controls on-off function of motor.
EXAMPLE:
Machine will run at mode and speed previously selected.
Machine will stop.
PROGRAMMING FOR CREASE MODE
Half Fold: Press the Crease Mode Button > Half > Start Measuring > Physically Run a
sheet through the machine for the sensor to measure > Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
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Tri-Fold: Press the Crease Mode Button > Tri-Fold > Start Measuring > Physically Run
a sheet through the machine for the sensor to measure > Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
Z Fold: Press the Crease Mode Button > Z Fold > Start Measuring > Physically Run a
sheet through the machine for the sensor to measure > Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
Letter Fold: Press the Crease Mode Button > Letter > Start Measuring > Physically Run
a sheet through the machine for the sensor to measure > Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
Roll Fold: Press the Crease Mode Button > More > Roll > Start Measuring > Physically
Run a sheet through the machine for the sensor to measure > Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
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Gate Fold: Press the Crease Mode Button > More > Gate > Start Measuring >
Physically Run a sheet through the machine for the sensor to measure > Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
Double Gate Fold: Press the Crease Mode Button > More > Double Gate > Start
Measuring > Physically Run a sheet through the machine for the sensor to measure >
Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
Double Parallel Fold: Press the Crease Mode Button > More > Double Parallel > Start
Measuring > Physically Run a sheet through the machine for the sensor to measure >
Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
Perfect Bind Double Hinge: Press the Crease Mode Button > More > Perfect Binding
Score > Enter The Book Thickness > Double Hinge > Start Measuring > Physically Run
a sheet through the machine for the sensor to measure > Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
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Perfect Bind Single Hinge: Press the Crease Mode Button > More > Perfect Binding
Score > Enter The Book Thickness > Single Hinge > Start Measuring > Physically Run a
sheet through the machine for the sensor to measure > Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
Perfect Bind No Hinge: Press the Crease Mode Button > More > Perfect Binding
Score > Enter The Book Thickness > No Hinge > Start Measuring > Physically Run a
sheet through the machine for the sensor to measure > Accept > Run.
EXAMPLE:
Custom Crease Job: Press the Crease Mode Button > Custom > Enter In Distance For
each Crease in mm > Accept > Run.
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Saving Custom Crease Jobs: Press the Crease Mode Button > Custom > Enter In
Distance For each Crease in mm > Save > Select Position to save in 1, 2, 3, or 4.
Recalling Custom Crease Jobs: Press the Crease Mode Button > Custom > Recall >
Accept > Run.
Micro Adjusting the Crease Position: Press the adjust button from the run screen.
You can micro adjust each crease by pressing the arrow keys each direction. Each press
will adjust by 1/13th of a mm. Each Adjustment is relative to the one before it so if you
adjust crease 1 by 3 clicks it will also move all the creases after it. You would then need
to adjust them back 3 clicks each.
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Batch Counter: Press the Batch Counter button from the run screen in any mode and
it will take you to the Batch Count Screen.
Press the Enter Batch Amount Button to enter in the number you want to run per batch.
Press the Reset Batch Button to start from 0. Press the On Button. The button turns red
as shown below.
As you are running and the batch number is reached the screen will display " Batch
Complete.
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FEED TABLE ASSEMBLY
Nut –Adjustment Feed –F-0640
Micro-Lateral Adjustment Lock –F-0640 When positioning is correct, this will lock
the adj. knob in position
Micro Skew Adj Knob –S-APP-0005 Releases and tightens feed rails to
( knob T w/ ¼’-20 thread) adjust for alignment
Feed Rail Lock Down –H-0825 Releases and tightens feed rails to
( knob assembly) adjust for different size jobs.
DELIVERY TRAY ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING THE DELIVERY TRAY
The delivery tray is made to fit 2 different configurations depending on if the machine is
on a dedicated stand or if the machine is on a table. Position the tray to slide it under
the 2 dowel pins and rest the angle stop up.
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F-0640
F-0640
H-0825
S-APP-0005
Dowel Pins Used to
Hold Delivery Tray

ADJUSTING THE FEED RAILS
The feed rails on your FC114 are designed to adjust easily in case of a problem with
crooked feeding. By loosening the feed rail alignment lock knobs you can move each rail
independently to square them to your stock. To maintain an accurate perf or score, it is
important to get the rails as aligned and snug to the sheet as possible without
“squeezing” the sheet, as this will create drag and cause the sheets to hang up in the
rails.
To adjust this correctly, use one rail as your reference, the left (operator side). Place
your stock squarely against it then bring your right rail in and tighten, looking down it
from the rear. Adjust the rail with the skew adjustment knob so it is squared to the
sheet. Then tighten the lock knob, and place your FC114 in perf mode. Set a sheet in
the feeder, and under the feed wheels, then press run.
Check perf by folding over and aligning the perfed edge.
Perf holes should line up within a blade’s width. If they do not line up, adjust rails
accordingly, moving your left rail first and then adjusting the right rail to square the
sheet. This may take a few attempts, but this adjustment is important to produce quality
perf and score jobs.
EXAMPLE:
SQUARING THE FEED RAILS
The constant fine tuning of the rails will make it necessary to bring the rails back to
true “square”. To do this, take a sheet of 8 1/2 x 11” cover stock and place it in the feed
table against the operator side guide. Pressing the sheet against the rail, slide the rail
over so that the front edge of the stock lines up to the front edge of the feed table.
Loosen the feed rail adjustment lock knob, and use the skew adjustment knob to adjust
the rail so that the sheet is aligned with the left to right with the edge. Once this is
done, slide the opposite side guide into position and adjust it to the edge of the sheet.
Your rails should now feed the sheet perfectly aligned providing a straight perf or score.
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SETTING THE AUTOMATIC FEEDER
For efficient Auto-feeding, the setting of the feed wheels is very important.
Use a piece of the stock to be run as a “feeler gauge”. Place a
sheet under the feed wheels, turn the feed wheel adjustment screw
(counterclockwise to raise, clockwise to lower)
so that the paper can slip freely under the wheels. The feed wheels should
be barely touching the stock. If during the feeding you begin to get
doubles, lower the feed wheels just enough to stop the double sheeting.
The paper between the friction plate and the auto feed wheel must move (fig.?)
freely and should not be gripped.
FANNING THE PAPER
To prepare a stack of paper or sets for feeding, it must be “fanned”. This will loosen the
stack as well as form a wedge for automatic feeding.
Hold stack as pictured below
As seen above take a stack in-between 1-3 inches and hold it straight. Next fold the
stack inward, hold tight on your right hand and loose on your left then hold tight on
your right hand and loose on your left and straighten the stack back out. Gently tap the
stack on the side cover to ensure alignment and load the stack in the feeder as seen
below.
The better the spacing between the sheets and cleaner the fanning of the stack, the
more efficient the feeder will perform.
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