Plockmatic MPS XL User manual

Read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future
reference.
For safety, please follow the instructions in this manual.
Doc no: X04135EN_A
Date: 29 August 2022
Plockmatic MPS XL
Operating Instruction

WARNING:
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
The product (System) which is connected to this machine will be class A.
NOTE:
The domestic environment is an environment where the use of broadcast radio and
television receivers may be expected within a distance of 10m / 32’ of the apparatus
concerned.

Introduction
This manual contains instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To
get maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow
the instructions in this manual. Keep this manual in a handy place near the machine.
Please read the Safety Information before using this machine. It contains information
related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
How to read this manual
Notation conventions
Whenever necessary, the following points for attention are indicated in this manual.
The Plockmatic MPS XL will be referred to as the Stacker throughout this document.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentiality hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may
result in minor or moderate injury or damage to machine or property.
NOTE:
This sign refers to:
• Remarks for making the operation much easier. You get practical hints or knowledge to
assist you in the machine operation such as:
• Preparations required before operating
• How to prevent papers from being misfeeds or damaged
• Precautions required or actions to take after misoperation
• Limitations like numerical limits, functions that cannot be used together or conditions,
under which a particular function cannot be used or obtained.
• Information.

WARNING:
• To avoid hazardous situations like for instance electric shock or danger while exposed
to moving, rotating or cutting devices, do not remove any covers, guards or screws
other than those specied in this manual.
• Turn o󰀨 the power and disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if
any of the following conditions exists:
• You drop objects or spill something into the equipment.
• You suspect that your equipment needs service or repair.
• Your equipment’s covers has been damaged.
• You notice unusual noises or odours when operating the equipment.
• If the power cable or plug becomes worn out or otherwise damaged.
• Before cleaning and care (unless otherwise specically instructed).
• Electromagnetic compliance:
• This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
• The product (System) which is connected to this machine will be class A.
Safety Information
When using this machine, the following safety precautions should always be followed.
Safety during operation
General safety
WARNING:
• Always connect the equipment to a properly grounded power source (wall outlet). Wall
outlet should be located near the system and easily accessible. If in doubt, have the
power source checked by a qualied electrician.
• Improper grounding of the equipment can result in electrical shock. Never connect the
machine to a power source that lacks a ground connection terminal. This machine is
destined for specic purpose only. Any use going beyond this specic purpose is re-
garded as beyond the determination. The manufacturer will not be liable for damages
resulting from any use beyond the determination, unallowed operation, respectively.
The user alone bears the risk.
• Do not make arbitrary changes or modications to the machine. The manufacturer will
not be liable for modications made at the machine on your own and damages result-
ing thereof. EC declaration of conformity and the mark CE will be invalidated, if you
make changes at the machine or at the individual components.
• Do not override or bypass electrical or mechanical interlock devices.
• The machine is to be used only by authorized and instructed persons. The responsibil-
ities on operating the machine have to be strictly laid down and observed so that there
are no unclear competencies regarding safety aspects.
• Vent holes serve for air circulation to protect the machine from overheating. Make sure
that the holes are not covered.
• Do not expose ngers or other parts of the body to moving parts.
• Always locate the equipment on a solid support surface with adequate strength tor the
weight of the machine.
• This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be pre-
sent.
• This equipment is only intended for instructed and qualied operators.
• Operators and technicians shall be familiar with the safety information in this manual
and other safety information supplied with this equipment.

NOTE:
• The indications like front and rear, left and right refer to the paper transport direction.
• The operator manual always has to be available at the place of use of the machine.
• In the interest of technical development the company reserves the right to make
alterations to specications without prior notice!
CAUTION:
• The machine and its peripherals must be installed and maintained by a customer service
representative who has completed the training course on those models.
• Always follow all warnings marked on, or supplied with, the equipment.
• When you disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull the plug (not the cable).
• Undock the Stacker before you move the machine. While moving the machine, always exercise
care and make sure that the power cord will not be damaged under the machine.
• Always contact service if relocating the equipment.
• Do not move the machine while the machine is running.
• Do not open covers while the machine is running.
• Do not switch o the power while the machine is running. Make sure the machine cycle has
ended.
• Lay the power cord in a way that nobody will stumble over it. Do not place things on the cord.
• Never attempt any maintenance function that is not specically described in this
documentation.
• Always keep magnets and all devices with strong magnetic elds away from the machine.
• If the place of installation is air-conditioned or heated, do not place the machine where it will be:
• Subject to sudden temperature changes.
• Directly exposed to cool air from an air-conditioner.
• Directly exposed to heat from a heater.
• If the machine is not used over an extended period of time it should be unplugged to prevent
damage in the case of overload.
There are six “Pinch Hazard” stickers on the Stacker to remind the user to pay extra cau-
tion when the machine is running:
• Do not have body parts or objects under the table when the Stacker is loaded or in use.
• Do not have body parts or objects between the upward moving table and the side
guides.
General safety, continued
PINCH HAZARD:
WARNING:
Do not put ngers or other parts between moving parts.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
What You Can Do With This Machine ............................................................................... 9
Guide To Components ..................................................................................................... 10
1. Basics............................................................................................... 13
Turning On / O󰀨 the Stacker Power ................................................................................ 13
Undocking the Stacker..................................................................................................... 14
Docking the Stacker......................................................................................................... 14
Setting the Paper Support ............................................................................................... 15
2. Control Panel ................................................................................... 17
Control Panel .................................................................................................................... 17
Table positioning lever ................................................................................................................ 17
Pause / Resume button .............................................................................................................. 17
LED bar....................................................................................................................................... 17
Fan speed adjustment ................................................................................................................ 18
Software version ......................................................................................................................... 18
Status LED.................................................................................................................................. 19
Sheet counter ............................................................................................................................. 19
3. Jobs .................................................................................................. 21
Handling jobs.................................................................................................................... 21
Table position.............................................................................................................................. 21
Setting Sheet Guide & End Stop ................................................................................................ 22
Setting Long Sheet Guide & Long Sheet End Stop .................................................................... 26
4. Maximum Stack Height ................................................................... 31
Stack Limit ........................................................................................................................ 31
5. Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 33
Fault codes........................................................................................................................ 33
General ....................................................................................................................................... 33
Fault codes list............................................................................................................................ 34
6. Remarks ........................................................................................... 35
Do’s And Don’ts................................................................................................................ 35
Safety Features................................................................................................................. 36
Infeed Unit / Stacker Table Interlock Switch .......................................................................................... 36
Infeed Side Guides / Stacker Table Interlock Switch............................................................................. 37
Where to put Your Stacker............................................................................................... 38
Machine environment ................................................................................................................. 38
Power connection ....................................................................................................................... 38
Maintaining Your Stacker................................................................................................. 39
Cleaning the sensors.............................................................................................................................39
Stacker Operational Best Practices................................................................................ 40
Stacker Limitations .......................................................................................................... 40
7. Specication ................................................................................... 41
Machine Specications.................................................................................................... 41
Stacker Stack Quality Specication ............................................................................... 42

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What You Can Do With This Machine
The Stacker is a universal Multi-Purpose Stacker, a robust stacker that assists operators
with paper stacking and handling during the nishing process. The Stacker attaches inline
and is integrated with multiple printers and devices. The motorized tray table eliminates
lifting of heavy paper stacks. The Stacker has an easy-to-use spring-loaded docking
mechanism and sits on four casters, enabling easy transportation of paper stacks within
a facility. The Multi-Purpose Stacker has adjustable Sheet Guide, Long Sheet Guide and
Long Sheet End Stop which allow the user to quickly adjust the machine for di󰀨erent paper
sizes. It can stack papers as small as 210mm (8.27”) x 210mm (8.27”) all the way up to
paper that is 330mm / 13” wide and 1200mm / 47.2” long.

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Guide To Components
A. Long Sheet Side Guide
B. Long Sheet End Stop
C. Control Panel
D. Paper Path Extension
E. Infeed Unit
F. Rear Tower
G. Front Tower
H. Docking Release Pedal
I. End Stop Adjustment Knobs (2x)
J. Infeed Sensor (not visible)
K. Small Cover Plate
L. Table Extension Locking Knob.
M. Guide Pins (2x)
N. Guide Pin Holes (2x)
O. Docking Guide Plates (2x)
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Guide To Components (continued)
P. Stacker Table
Q. Tower Cover
R. Infeed Side Guide
S. Paper Stack Sensor
T. Handles
U. Sheet Guide
V. Sheet Guide Support
W. Casters (2x)
X. Casters with Locks (2x)
Y. Cover Plate
Z. Power Switch
AA. Infeed Unit Bottom Cover
AB. Paper Support
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Guide To Components (continued)
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AC. Docking Guide Poles (2x)
AD. Docking Bracket
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Turning On / O󰀨 the Stacker Power
11 Make sure that the power cord is plugged into the wall outlet.
22 Set Stacker power switch to ON position.
1. Basics
The Stacker has one power switch on the Front Tower.
NOTE:
The Stacker power switch must be on when starting the printer for it to detect the Stacker.
Power switch

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11 Push the docking release pedal [A].
22 Move the Stacker away from the upstream device.
11 Move the Stacker close to the upstream device and dock it. The guide plate slots [C]
are spring loaded and will dock with a simple push towards the guide poles [D].
NOTE:
The guide pins [A] t into the holes [B], the guide plate slots [C] mate to the docking guide
poles [D].
Undocking the Stacker
Docking the Stacker
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C
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Stacker
Docking Plate
A
NOTE:
Raising the Stacker Table before undocking the Stacker will make it easier to remove the
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The Paper Support is a key part of the Stacker that helps support the sides of the paper
stack while stacking. It needs to be removed and attached for each new paper size and
will be referenced throughout this document.
Move the Paper Support after releasing the Paper Support Plungers (one on each side).
NOTE: the Paper Support Plungers are spring loaded: to release they must be held
out of the Positioning Holes (x9).
To attach or remove the Paper Support, the Paper Support Plungers must be held out of
the Positioning Hole and moved to desired position from underneath the Stacker Table.
When using the Sheet Guide, the Paper Support should be set to the position closest to
the Sheet Guide.
When using the Long Sheet End Stop, the Paper Support should be set to half of the
paper's length.
Paper Support PlungersPositioning Hole
Paper Support
Setting the Paper Support

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2. Control Panel
Control Panel
The following section will guide the user through the Control Panels functions.
LED bar
LED bar
LED bar can show various information
about the Stacker.
Table positioning lever
Table positioning lever
This lever allows the user to move the
Stacker Table up and down.
Secondary use:
If more than one fault code is triggered
the additional fault code(s) can be viewed
by toggling the Table Positioning Lever (5.
Troubleshooting - Reading the fault code).
NOTE:
While printing, this lever will be disabled.
Pause / Resume button
Pause / Resume button
While printing, the user can push this button
to pause the job.
When the button is pushed, the stacker will
send a soft stop to the printer and the status
light on the control panel will blink blue.
To resume printing, press the button again.
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NOTE:
Additional sheets might be printed while
the press clears the paper path.
• Fan speed (see Fan speed adjustment)
• Software version (see Software version)
• Sheet counter (see Sheet counter)
• Fault/warning codes (see Section 5 -
Fault codes)
NOTE:
When running LED bar displays Fan speed.

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Software version
Software version
The software version is displayed through
the LEDs: Switch the Stacker on. Set the
Fan Adjustor to illuminate 1 dark blue
Indicator LED. Press and hold the Pause/
Resume Button until the light turns purple
(approximately 5 seconds). The top three
LEDs will blink in purple to show the
software version installed on the Stacker.
Then the top three LEDs will blink in yellow
to show the software version installed on
the Docking Bracket.
The number of blinks represents the
software version as explained below:
• Light 1: X
• Light 2: Y
• Light 3: Z
Version of the software: X.YZ
Light 1
Example:
Light 1 blinks once, light 2 blinks twice and
light 3 does not blink: the version of the
software is 1.20.
Fan speed adjustment
Fan speed adjustment
Fan speed changes how the papers are
stacked and helps cool the stack.
The fan speed adjustment dial allows
the operator to control fan speed when
running.
• Auto - printer controlled from inputted
paper size and line speed. The
operator can set a higher/lower
fan speed by adjusting fan speed
adjustment dial.
• Manual increments - operator
controlled between minimum - 0% to
maximum - 100%.
Manual recommendations:
• Lighter media - reduce fan speed.
• Heavier media, speciality lm or with
large area coverage print - increase
fan speed.
NOTE:
When running, LED bar displays Fan
speed.
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Status LED
Status LED
The status LED indicates the status of the
Stacker.
• RED: Jam/Fault
• RED Blinking: Multiple Fault Codes
• GREEN: Ready
• BLUE: Running
• BLUE BLINKING: Running - Paused
• PURPLE: Showing version/Counter/
Calibrating.
• OFF: Powered down/Undocked
Sheet counter
Sheet counter
The sheet counter is a total count of sheets
that have run through the Stacker, not a
count of the job. The Stacker sheet counter
has no connection to the print engine usage
counters.
The sheet counter is displayed through the
LEDs.
1. Switch the Stacker on.
2. Set the Fan Adjustor to illuminate 2 dark
blue Indicator LEDs.
3. Press and hold the Pause/Resume But-
ton until the light turns purple (approxi-
mately 5 seconds), then release it.
4. The LEDs have a value associated to
them as shown on the left. They will blink
light blue to show the sheet count.
To understand what the sheet count is, the
operator will have to count the blinks and
sum the values of the LED(s).
See examples on following page.
Status Light
Indicator LEDs
Fan
Adjustor
Ten Thousands
Thousands
Hundred Thousands
Millions
Ten Millions
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Sheet counter (continued)
Examples:
10,000,000*
*First LED blinks once.
2,010,000***
***Second LED blinks twice,
fourth LED blinks once.
**Third LED blinks three
times.
300,000**
****First LED blinks
once, third LED blinks
three times.
10,300,000****
First LED