Ricoh Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer Manual

Operators Guide
CIP Training
Plockmatic
SquareBack
Trimmer
Plockmatic SBT for Ricoh
SquareBack Trimmer

CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer
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.
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 misfed 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.

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Safety 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
specified in this manual.
•Turn off 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 specifically 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.
When using this machine, 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). If in doubt,
have the power source checked by a qualified 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 specific
purpose only. Any use going beyond this specific purpose is re-garded as beyond the
determination. The manufacturer will not be liable for damages resulting from any use beyond
the determination, not allowed operation, respectively. The user alone bears the risk.
•Do not make arbitrary changes or modifications to the machine. The manufacturer will not be
liable for modifications 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 fingers or other parts of the body to moving, rotating or cutting devices such as
for instance between upper and lower trimmer knives.
•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
present.
•This equipment is only intended for instructed and qualified operators.
•Operators shall be familiar with the safety information in this manual and other safety
information supplied with this equipment.

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Safety Information
NOTE:
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).
•Disconnect the power cord 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 off 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 specifically described in this documentation.
•Always keep magnets and all devices with strong magnetic fields 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.
•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
specifications without prior notice!
WARNING:
Do not put fingers or other parts between moving parts.

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What You Can Do With This Machine
The Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer is a machine that allows for Squarefolding and Trimming of
booklets.
Stapled booklets are fed in the machine from the upstream device through the Transport
Module and are delivered on the Stacker.
The user has also the possibility to Manual Feed booklets into the machine through the manual
hand-feed opening, thus using the Main Module as a stand-alone machine.
When the booklets are fed into the Main Module, an align module transports them into the
trimming area, where trims on the sides of the booklets are performed.
Finally, the booklets get squarefolded and fed out on the belt stacker.
Stacker Main Module Transport Module
Manual Feed
Opening

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Guide To Components
A. Belt Stacker
B. Belt Stacker Cover
C. Graphical User Interface (GUI)
D. Latch Handle
E. Waste Tray
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Guide To Components
F. Top Cover Main Module
G. Power Switch
H. Paper Guides for manual feed
I. Top Cover Transport Module
J. Latch Handle
K. Paper Guides
L. Connector
M. Docking Assembly
N. Casters with lock
O. Casters without lock
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Guide To Components
Q R
PO N
P. Power Socket
Q. Shorting Plug
R. Shorting Plug

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Graphical User Interface
The Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer has a Graphical User Interface (GUI) / Control Panel
which allows for viewing or adjusting local machine settings and properties.
The control panel is of touch screen type. Point at the screen and press the “button” to reach
the desired function or change the desired setting.
Control Panel
Welcome screen
When the system power is switched
on, a welcome screen will be displayed
on the screen while the machine
initializes.
Main Menu
Once the system is ready, the Main
Menu will be shown.
From the Main Menu one can access
the Face Trim and Square Back
options.
The Manual Feed, Jobs and Tools
sub-menus are reached from the top
ribbon interface.
Selecting ‘Home’ from any sub-menu
will bring the user back to the Main
Menu.

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Graphical User Interface
Manual Feed Menu
Pressing [Manual Feed] on the GUI
will open the Manual Feed sub-menu.
The user has to choose and adjust
settings for the Manual Feed mode in
this sub-menu (see section 3 of this
manual for a complete description of
the Manual Feed Mode and Menu).
Jobs
Pressing [Jobs] on the top ribbon of the
screen will open the Jobs sub-menu.
This sub-menu allows for programming
of jobs. See section 4 of this manual
for a complete description of the Jobs
Menu.
Tools
The Tools sub-menu contains a number of
options that will allow the user to:
•Fine adjust settings for the Square
Back option,
•View and reset the counter,
•Choose the Units,
•Select the language,
•View the Software Version installed
on the machine.
The Service Mode is to be used
only by authorized technicians (see
section 5 of this manual for a complete
description of the Tools Menu).

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Basics
Turning On / Off the Main Power
Power switch
1 Ensure that the main power cord is plugged into the wall and to the back of the Main
Module [A].
2 Make sure the two shorting plugs are plugged in, as shown in the picture [B].
3 Open the top lid [C].
4 Toggle on/off the Power Switch [D].
5 Close the top lid.
B
A

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Basics
Emptying the waste bin
1. Pull up and then out the lower front cover to open it [A].
2. Remove [B] the waste bin (in red) and empty it.
3. Replace the waste bin and close the waste bin cover.
B
A

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Basics
Docking / Undocking
A
1 Push the docking plate [A] to undock the SquareBack Trimmer.
2 Push the SquareBack Trimmer away from the printer.
NOTE:
Reverse procedure to dock the SquareBack Trimmer.

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Setting Up a Job
In-line mode
Setting up the Fiery controller
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A
C
X
Setting up the Fiery
This procedure describes how
to set up the Fiery when running
the SquareBack Trimmer. The SBT
receives information about the
finishing of the booklets from the
Fiery job properties.
1. Within the Job Properties select the
Finishing Options [A]
2. To activate the SquareBack function
on the Plockmatic SBT select the
'Book Fold' option [B].
NOTE:
The amount of the SquareBack and
the amount of trim is set on the
SBT LCD panel.
3. To activate the Trimming function
select 'Trim' [C].
4. Disregard the 'Trimming Position'
This setting does not apply to the
SBT.

CIP Training Plockmatic SquareBack Trimmer
Setting Up a Job
Face Trim
Main Menu
This screen allows the operator to open
the “Face Trim” and “Square Back”
sub-menus.
Face Trim
This function trims the front edge of
the booklet to get an even length on
every page.
When Auto mode is on, a minimum
trim is performed on the booklet. If the
amount of trim is not satisfactory, the
user can adjust it manually by tapping on
the green switch, which will turn the
Auto mode off.
NOTE:
The printer’s settings override the
SquareBack Trimmer settings,
therefore, if this function is turned
off on the printer, it will be turned off
automatically on the SBT.
When turned on on the printer, the SBT
will apply auto settings again.
Main Menu

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Setting Up a Job
Square Back
The operator has the option of
sharpening or softening the square
edges of the finished booklet based
on application or preference.
The Auto mode is on by default but, if
the Square Back is not satisfactory, the
user can adjust it manually by tapping on
the green switch, which will turn the
Auto mode off.
NOTE:
The printer’s settings override the
SquareBack Trimmer settings,
therefore, if this function is turned
off on the printer, it will be turned off
automatically on the SBT.
When turned on on the printer, the SBT
will apply auto settings again.
To adjust the amount of Square Back
pressure, press [+] for sharper edges
and [-] for softer edges.
Push the green check mark to confirm
the changes or the red cross to discard
them and to go back to the main menu.
To adjust the amount of face trim, press
[+] or [-] or enter the desired length of
the booklet using the numeric keypad.
Square Back
NOTE:
If the values chosen are out of the paper
bounds, the lengths will automatically
be adjusted to the limit values.
Push the green check mark to confirm the changes or the red cross to discard them and to go
back to the main menu. Pushing the blue play button will bring the user to the next setting:
“Square Back”.
NOTE:
If the Square Back does not give satisfactory results, it might need to be Fine Adjusted. To do
so, see “Square Back Fine Adjustment” under section 5 of this manual.

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Setting Up a Job
Booklet Production
Booklet Production
When the printer is started, Booklet
Production starts automatically and
this screen is shown on the GUI.
The operator can adjust the finishing
settings while the booklets are being
produced by pressing [Adjust Set-
tings].
This will show again the Main Menu
on the screen.
The user can then modify the finish-
ing settings as described earlier in
this section.
NOTE:
while producing the book-lets, due to
physical constraints, Face Trim can only
be adjusted by a maxi-mum of +3mm
or - 3mm.

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Manual Feed Mode
The SquareBack Trimmer can be operated in two modes: in-line Mode, when used together
with a printer or Manual Feed Mode, either working as a stand-alone unit or connected to a
printer but hand fed with booklets produced by another printer.
NOTE: it is not possible to use both the In-line and the manual feed features at the same
time: trying to feed booklets manually when the machine is being used In-line with a printer
will cause a jam.
A
The paper guides [A] are used in Manual Feed Mode and are meant to be adjusted depend-ing
on the size of the booklet that will be fed into the machine. Refer to “Feeding Booklets” in
this section to understand how to correctly feed a booklet in the machine.

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Manual Feed Mode
Manual Feed Menu
Select the Manual Feed option by
tapping on the highlighted button on
the top ribbon.
Here the operator has to choose the
size of the booklet fed and the type
of finishing desired on the booklet be-
fore starting the production process.
Booklet Size
Booklet Size
This menu allows the user to choose
the finished booklet size: the user can
either select one of the standard sizes or
input a custom size.
Toggle the Thin / Thick Booklet option
depending on the size: choose
“Thick Booklet” when the booklet is
thicker than 1.3 mm or 0.051 inches
(approximately 6 sheets 80 g/m2),
choose “Thin Booklet” when the
booklet is thinner than 1.3 mm.
NOTE:
Selecting [Custom Size] only, will recall
the last custom size inputted. Selecting
[Custom Size] and then [Edit] will open a
new screen that allows for inputting of
custom values. If the values chosen are
out of the paper bounds, the
lengths will automatically be adjusted
to the limit values.
Push the green check mark to confirm the changes or the red cross to discard them and to go
back to the main menu. Pushing the blue play button will bring the user to the next setting:
“Face Trim”.