Mbm Fc 10 plus User manual

OPERATION MANUAL

MBM TABLETOP COLLATOR

MODEL FC 10 PLUS

REVISED:Sep 09, 2016

Read this “Operation Manual” carefully before use.

Keep it at a specific place for handy reference.

In this operation manual, warning markings as shown below are used to enable you to properly use the

device and thereby prevent harm to the human body and damage to assets. Before using the device,

carefully read the descriptions of these warning markings to thoroughly become familiar with correct use.

This marking indicates the possibility of death or serious injuries if the device

is improperly handled in disregard of this marking.

This marking indicates the possibility of injuries and physical damage if the

device is improperly handled in disregard of this marking.

This Collator is a product to be used in the tabletop.

Read this “Operation Manual” carefully before use.

Notes, safely received correct use of the product, is intended to prevent harm or damage in advance.

In this manual following names and signs stand for possible dangers.

This symbol indicates a prohibited act. A pictogram describing the

specific prohibited act is shown in the figure. (The left figure shows that

disassembly is prohibited.)

This symbol an act the user is forced or instructed to perform. A pictogram describing

the specific prohibited act is shown in the figure. (The left figure instructs the user to

disconnect the power plug from the outlet.)

About warning marking

Warning

Caution

Safety Instructions

Warning

Operate the collator with designated AC current only. Use an exclusive outlet, as overloading may cause

fire or an electrical shock.

Do not install the machine in an unstable place, such as one that shakes or tilts. The machine may fall,

causing breakage or physical injury.

Never unplug the power cord from the outlet by gripping the cord itself. Doing so may

damage the cord, causing fire or injury. Always disconnect the machine by gripping the

plug.

Do not place receptacles containing water, such as vases, flowerpots and cups, on the

machine. Spilled water can cause fire or an electrical shock.

Do not fail to connect the grounding wire. Connect the grounding wire before connecting the power plug to

the power supply. When disconnecting the grounding wire, first disconnect the power plug from the power

supply. A fire or electric shock may occur in case of electric leakage if the grounding wire is not connected.

Do not remove the cover of the machine, as it can cause an electrical shock or injury.

Do not dismantle the machine, it may cause fire or an electrical shock.

Continuing operation in spite of irregularities, such as overheating, smoking and unusual

odor, may cause fire or an electrical shock. In such cases, turn off the power switch, remove

the plug from the outlet and contact your dealer or authorized service representative.

When foreign substances, such as metal fragments, water or other liquids, fall into the

machine, turn off the power switch immediately, remove the plug from the outlet and contact

your dealer or authorized service representative. Continued operation with such substances

in the machine may cause fire or an electrical shock.

Caution

Do not touch any part of the drive, including the roller, with a hand. It may cause an injury.

Do not allow hair, a necktie, a necklace or other things to get too close to the drive, including

the roller, as bodily injury can result.

Make sure that the paper feed table, auxiliary table, stacking table and the plate to prevent

the machine from falling are properly set. They may cause an injury if they come off.

Do not install the machine in a humid or dusty place; excessive humidity and dust can cause

fire or physical injury.

Do not put your fingers or hands in the clearance around the sheet feed and discharged sheet tables. You

may get injured.

When you put your hand inside the device to, for example, remove a sheet, be careful not to touch

projections or steel plate edges. You may get injured.

Never unplug the power cord from the outlet by gripping the cord itself. Doing so may

damage the cord, causing fire or injury. Always disconnect the machine by gripping the

plug.

Make sure that the paper feed table, auxiliary table, stacking table and the plate to prevent

the machine from falling are properly set. They may cause an injury if they come off. Also,

take care not to cause the machine to fall when attaching or removing the stacking table and

auxiliary table.

Be sure to remove the power plug from the outlet when moving the machine, otherwise it

may damage the cord, causing fire or an injury.

When the collator will not be used for several days, such during consecutive holidays, etc., be

sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet for safety’s sake.

INTRODUCTION

Read this “Operation Manual” carefully before use.

Keep it at a specific place for handy reference.

Since the specifications of this machine are subject to change, be sure not to mistake this manual

for one of a different model, as descriptions of may differ.

CONTENTS

1. PRECAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION AND USE................................... 7

1.1 Installation ........................................................................................................................................ 7

1.2 Place for installation ......................................................................................................................... 8

1.3 Confirmation of contents and quantity of attachments ..................................................................... 9

2. COMPONENTS ...................................................................................................................... 10

2.1 Overview......................................................................................................................................... 10

2.2 Operation Panel .............................................................................................................................. 12

3. MATTERS TO NOTE ............................................................................................................. 14

3.1 Definitions ...................................................................................................................................... 14

3.2 Characteristics and purpose of use .................................................................................................. 14

3.3 When not in use .............................................................................................................................. 14

4. PREPARATIONS FOR USE..................................................................................... 15

4.1 Installing attachments ..................................................................................................................... 15

4.1.1. Mount the plate to prevent the machine from falling ...................................................................... 15

4.1.2 Power connection ............................................................................................................................ 15

4.1.3 Stacking table assembly. ................................................................................................................. 15

4.1.4 Stacking table .................................................................................................................................. 16

4.1.5 Paper feed table ............................................................................................................................... 17

4.2 Setting paper feed pressure ............................................................................................................. 18

4.3 Setting separator pressure ............................................................................................................... 18

5. OPERATIONS......................................................................................................................... 19

5.1. Procedure and method .................................................................................................................... 19

5.1.1. Activating power ............................................................................................................................ 19

5.1.2 Setting of paper on feed tables ........................................................................................................ 19

5.1.3 Setting of stacking guides, poles, etc.. ............................................................................................ 20

5.1.4 Collation ......................................................................................................................................... 21

5.2 Counter ........................................................................................................................................... 22

5.2.1. Using adding mode ......................................................................................................................... 22

5.2.2. Using subtracting mode .................................................................................................................. 22

5.3 Setting collation speed .................................................................................................................... 22

5.4 Setting normal or alternate collation mode ..................................................................................... 23

5.5 Crisscross stacking (or straight stacking) .................................................................................... 24

5.6 Insert mode ..................................................................................................................................... 24

5.7 Programmed insert mode ............................................................................................................... 26

5.8 Storing Insert/Programmed Insert mode data ................................................................................. 27

5.9 Calling up the Insert/ Programmed Insert mode data ..................................................................... 28

5.10 Repeat mode ................................................................................................................................... 28

5.11 Switch Independent／Synchronized ............................................................................................... 29

6. MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION, CONSUMABLES .................................................. 30

6.1 Important for maintenance and inspection ...................................................................................... 30

6.2 Usual maintenance .......................................................................................................................... 30

6.3 Consumables ................................................................................................................................... 32

7. TROUBLE SHOOTING.......................................................................................................... 32

7.1 Corrective actions to be taken when LED lamps are lit or flashing ................................................ 32

7.2 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................. 34

7.3. In case of breakdown ...................................................................................................................... 36

8. RELOCATION OR DISPOSAL.............................................................................................. 36

8.1 Relocation ....................................................................................................................................... 36

8.1.1 Removal of the machine from its present location ......................................................................... 36

8.1.2 Transport ......................................................................................................................................... 36

8.1.3 Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 36

8.2 Disposal .......................................................................................................................................... 36

9. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................. 37

9.1 Specifications .................................................................................................................................. 37

1. PRECAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION AND USE

1.1 Installation

Caution

Use the optional collator table exclusively designed for this machine and do not install the machine

in an unstable place, such as one that shakes or tilts. The machine may fall, causing a damage or

bodily injury.

Do not install the machine in a humid or dusty place, as excessive humidity and dust may cause fire

and physical injury.

・When installing the collator, use a collator table designed for the collator (sold as option).

The collator table has safety measures such as metal fittings to prevent the machine from falling, etc.

and is designed to keep its level position when used as a single machine as well as when connected with

post-processing machine such as stapler-puncher, etc.

・When using the collator, or working near the collator, do not lean over the collator as it may overturn.

・When relocating the collator, move it while holding the collator table as pushing the upper part of the

collator may overturn it.

・If the collator is likely to overturn when installed, fix the collator to the wall using the wall fixing plate

(sold separately).

1.2 Place for installation

This machine is also designed for IT power system.

Avoid installing the machine in the following places for the sake of safety and to prevent mechanical

problems.

[Precautions for installation]

・Locations with extremely high or low temperatures. Room temperature should be between 5 and 35

degrees centigrade.

・Locations with the potential for producing electrical leaks, for example, owing to splashing water.

・Near heat sources

・Places exposed to wind

・Narrow spots with poor ventilation, or dark places

・Locations exposed to direct sunlight or other powerful light sources. Direct sunlight or other strong

light sources may cause the optical sensor to malfunction. Install the machine in an appropriate place

or shield the light with a heavy curtain or other material.

BE SURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO AVOID MALFUNCTION.

1.3 Confirmation of contents and quantity of attachments

After unpacking the collator, check the attachments.

Should any part be missing, contact your dealer immediately.

Operation manual

Plate to prevent the machine

from falling (front)

With Screws to fit (4pieces)

Plate to prevent the machine

from falling (rear)

With Screws to fit (4pieces)

Guide fix screw

(2pieces)

⑥

⑦

⑩

⑪

㉓

㉔

2. COMPONENTS

2.1 Overview

②

③

④

⑧

⑤

⑳

⑲

⑱

⑮

⑨

⑰

㉑

㉒

⑭

⑬

⑯

⑫

①

⑱

㉔

㉕

㉖

㉗

㉖

㉔

№

Name

№

Name

①

Left cover

⑯

Shift lever for paper direction

②

Operation Panel

⑰

Back door

③

Paper guide

⑱

Paper feed roller

④

Paper feed table

⑲

Stacking side guide

⑤

Power switch

⑳

Aligning wire

⑥

Plate to prevent the machine from falling (rear)

㉑

Stacking pole

⑦

Plate to prevent the machine from falling (front)

㉒

Stacking end guide

⑧

Stacking table

㉓

Circuit breaker

⑨

Auxiliary table

㉔

Paper detection wire

⑩

Paper feed pressure shifting lever

㉕

Feed roller shaft

⑪

Right cover

㉖

Separator pressure shift lever

⑫

Inlet

㉗

Separator

⑬

Outlet

(to connect optional stapler puncher and stacker)

⑭

Left connector (Connect to left tower / option)

⑮

Right connector

①

②

③

④

⑤

⑥

⑦

⑧

⑨

⑩

⑪

⑫

⑬

⑭

⑮

⑰

⑱

㉓

㉒

㉑

⑳

⑲

㉗

㉖

㉕

㉔

㉘

⑭

⑮

⑯

㉚

㉙

㉛

2.2 Operation Panel

№

Name

Function

①

Station Green lamp

Shows the collating status of each station 1 through 10

Station Red lamp

Flashes red in the event of jam or double feed.

②

DOOR lamp

Lights up when the back door is open.

③

④

Shows direction of paper ejection when lighted green.

⑤

ERROR (L) lamp

Indicates an error in the left side option when lighted red.

⑥

⑦

SHEET SET

Press the key to change the number of collated sets and the number of

batches in Insert and Programmed Insert modes.

⑧

COUNTER

Displays the number of collated sheets.

“Err”is displayed in the event of an error.

⑨

INSERT/7 key

When lighted green, Insert mode is selected.

Also used to display 7 on the counter.

⑩

STAPLE/1 key

When lighted green, staple processing will occur; when not lit, stapling will not occur.

Also used to display 1 on the counter.

⑪

PROGRAM/8 key

When lighted green, Programmed insert mode is selected.

Also used to display 8 on the counter.

⑫

PUNCH/2 key

When lighted green, paper will be punched; when not lit, no punching will occur.

Also used to display 2 on the counter.

⑬

REPEAT/9 key

When lighted green, Crisscross stacker continuously moves each time pre-programmed

number of collated sets are ejected.

Also used to display 9 on the counter.

⑭

SPEED/3 key

When lighted green, high-speed collation occurs; when not lit, collation will be slow.

Also used to display 3 on the counter.

⑮

0 key

Used to set the counter to O.

⑯

ALTERNATE/4 key

When lighted green, Alternate mode is selected; when not lit, Normal mode is selected.

Also used to display 4 on the counter.

⑰

C key

Press to return the counter to zero.

It also turns off the lamp.10

⑱

CRISS-CROSS/5

key

When lighted green, Crisscross mode is selected; when not lit, straight mode is selected.

Also used to display 5 on the counter.

⑲

START/STOP key

Press to start or stop collator operation.

⑳

6 key

Used to display 6 on the counter.

㉑

OPTION lamp

When connecting a option, it lights up.

㉒

MODE key

When lighted green, various functions can be programmed.

When using function keys, press this key first to light it green

(goes out after five seconds).

㉓

CHECK key

Press for trial paper feed so the machine will memorize stations to be used and the

thickness of paper.

㉔

RESET key

Press to reset error.

When pressed for three seconds, the paper feed table lowers. Pressed for three seconds

while the machine is in stand-by mode, the main motor will idle.

㉕

EJECT lamp

Lights should a paper ejection jam occur

㉖

FULL lamp

Lights should a paper stacking table is full.

㉗

ERROR(R) lamp

Indicates an error in the right side collator when lighted red.

㉘

EMPTY FEED

lamp

NO PAPER

Flashes green in the event of no paper or no feed.

In case of no paper, the lamp for the relevant station blinks slowly.

If empty feed, the lamp for the relevant station blinks quickly.

㉙

DOUBLE FEED lamp

Flashes red should double feed occur.

㉚

PAPER JAM lamp

Lights red should a paper jam occur.

㉛

CHECK lamp

Lights green to when trial feed is complete.

3. MATTERS TO NOTE

3.1 Definitions

Name

Explanation

Paper jam

Paper stuck in the machine

Double feed

Feeding two or more sheets together

Paper feed slip

Paper not being fed

Fan out

Pulling out stuck sheets by blowing air

3.2 Characteristics and purpose of use

・Automatic collation of printed or copied documents in page sequence.

・Enables alternate collation. Alternate collation allows using two stations as one, making for easy

collation of massive stacks of paper.

・Electric paper feed table, which raises and lowers automatically, provides for fast setting.

3.3 When not in use

・Remove the power plug from the outlet.

・Cover the machine.

4. PREPARATION FOR USE

4.1 Installing attachments

4.1.1 Mount the plate to prevent the machine from falling

(1) Insert the front fall prevention plate under the

body of the collator and fix the plate with four

attached screws.

(indicated by the white arrow)

(2) Mount the rear fall prevention plate, and fix the

plate with four attached screws.

(indicated by the white arrow)

Caution!

It is not necessary to use the rear fall prevention plate

if a COLLATOR STAND is used.

4.1.2 Power connection

(1) Insert the power plug in its receptacle on the back of

the collator.

(2) Insert the plug into the wall outlet.

Caution!

It is strongly advised not to use an extension cord or

overloaded one electrical outlet, as it can cause

erroneous operation.

4.1.3 Stacking table assembly

(1) Insert the 2 stacking side guides and the stacking end

guide in the stacking table, making sure not to set

them in the wrong direction.

(2) Insert the 2 stacking poles in the holes and fix them

while sliding them along the slot.

(3) After having inserted a stacking side guide, please

attach a guide fix screw.

(4) Attach the stacking end guide.

Front fall prevention

plate

Rear fall prevention

plate

Guide fix screw (L/R)

4.1.4 Stacking table

(1) Fit the tumbler-shaped hooks on the stacking table into

the hooks of the front foot rubber base (two places)

while fitting the tip notch of the stacking table to the

collator’s crisscross roller, then tilt the stacker table on

either right or left side (right with the roller on the right,

left when on the left), and insert the stacking table

hooks in the opening on the front foot rubber base.

Make sure the hooks are firmly fitted on both right and

left sides.

Caution!

If the depressed portion on the stacking table is not

properly set in the crisscross roller, “LOCK” will be

indicated on the Counter display when the CHECK key

or START key is pressed. If the machine is continuously

operated in this way, it may cause a breakdown of the

crisscross motor. In such a case, turn off the power,,

and after the stacking table is removed from the

machine, start the machine again to perform normal

operation and confirm that the crisscross roller moves

from side to side and “LOCK” is not shown on the

display. Then, reset the machine properly in

accordance with the instructions specified in the

Operation Manual.

(If the crisscross roller moves from side to side even

after the stacking table is removed, contact your dealer.)

If the

CRISS-CROSS/5

key is pressed for three seconds after the

MODE key is pressed, the crisscross roller will perform one

operation.

(2) Install the aligning wire.

[1]After installing the stacking table in the collator,

insert the rear part of the aligning wire into the wire

insertion hole in the collator.

[2]Pinch the bent part at the aligning wire tip with your

fingers and draw it to the front. Then, fit it on the

wire insertion hole in the stacking table.

[3]While pinching the wire as it is, insert the bent part

at the wire tip into the wire insertion hole in the

stacking table.

Remarks

a) Make sure the stacking table and aligning wire are

properly attached to the machine; wrong attachment

may cause the machine to rock or paper to jam when

ejected.

b) Take care so that fingers or hands are not caught in

collator operating parts.

Caution!

Make sure that the paper feed table, the auxiliary table and the stacking table are properly set.

They may cause an injury if they come off. Also, take care not to cause the machine to fall when

attaching or removing the stacking table and auxiliary table.

4.1.5 Paper feed table

(1) First, make sure the table lift lever is in its low

position. If it is not, turn the power switch on and

press the Reset key for three seconds or more to lower

the lever. Normally, the lever is below the paper feed

table; by lifting the lever, the feed table will rise. If

the lever is higher than the table, paper cannot be fed

as the table cannot be raised.

(2) Insert the right side shaft of the paper feed table in the

hole on the side opposite the collator operation side,

and mount the left shaft on the plate with the U-shape

slot.

(3) Fit the auxiliary table slots (two places) on both side

shafts of the paper feed table.

4.2 Setting paper feed pressure

- Position the paper feed pressure shift lever at [2] for

normal jobs (ordinary paper).

- Four different degrees of pressure can be selected for

Stations 1 and 10.

- Three different degrees of pressure can be selected for

Stations 2 to 9.

- Select [1] (weak) when double feed occurs.

- Select [3] (strong) when paper feed slip occurs.

4.3 Setting separator pressure

- For regular jobs processing ordinary paper, set

the separator pressure shift lever at [2]. Remove

the paper feed table when changing separator

pressure.

- Three different degrees of pressure can be

selected for all stations.

- Select [1] (weak) when paper feed slip occurs.

- Select [3] (strong) when double feed occurs.

* While separator pressure is classified as [1],

[2] and [3] on the collator display, for special

cases, [4] is built in next to [3]. Use this when

double feed is so frequent that [3] cannot

prevent it.

5. OPERATIONS

5.1. Procedure and method

5.1.1 Activating power

Turn the power switch on.

Remarks

Before turning the power switch to ON, make sure

that the paper feed, auxiliary and stacking tables are

fully inserted.

5.1.2 Setting of paper on feed tables

(1) Load paper on the paper feed tables and hold it firmly

using the lateral paper guides.

Note

[How to fan out sheets]

① Pinch the sheets of paper at both ends.

② Bend them to admit air.

(Loosen the force lightly and pinch them again after

bending)

③ Jog and align the sheets vertically.

Remarks

a) Use the fill line on the paper guide as the loading capacity. In case of printed paper, do not load too

much as it tends to swell.

b) Fan out sheets well and then load them on the feed table. Failure to properly fan sheets may lead to

trouble.

c) Align sheets at the edges and insert them until they lightly strike the forward guide. Failure to

properly align sheets may lead to double feed or no feed.

d) Make sure any ink on the paper is dry. Let ink dry before loading paper. Wet ink soils the feed rollers

and can lead to malfunction, such as double feed or no feed.

e) Copied sheets may cause wrong feed or stacking error owing to electrostatic charge. Static electricity

can be controlled by spraying a retail static eliminator on the feed rollers and the front edge of the

paper. Too, since copied sheets are apt to curl at the edges; straighten or invert them before feed table

f) Be sure to load no-carbon-required paper (general quality) with the color developing side (usually the

print side) down, otherwise the side coated with color former will probably be marked with rubbed

traces when contacting the feed roller.

g) Front and back sides of ejected paper change according to ejected direction (with independent use or

when connected). Be very careful when connecting with after processing equipment.

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