Brady BP-PR 600 PLUS Operator's Manual

Configuration Instructions

Edition 12/09

BP-PR PLUS & BBP72 Series

Auto Cutter Operator’ s Manual

Edition 04/10

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Information on the scope of delivery, appearance, performance, dimensions and

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Approval

The transfer printers comply with the following safety guidelines:

CE

FCC

EC Low-Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) EC Machine Directive (98/37/EC) EC
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (89/336/EEC)

Conditions from Part 15 of the FCC Regulations for Class A computing devices.
Operation of these devices may cause radio or television interference under
unfavorable conditions, which would need to be remedied by the operator using
countermeasures.

Batteries Directive 2006/66/EC

This product contains a lithium battery. The crossed-out wheeled bin is
used to indicate ‘separate collection’ for all batteries and accumulators
in accordance with European Directive 2006/66/EC. Users of batteries
must not dispose of batteries as unsorted municipal waste. This
Directive determines the framework for the return and recycling of used
batteries and accumulators that are to be collected separately and
recycled at end of life. Please dispose of the battery according to your
local regulations.

Notice to Recyclers

To remove the lithium battery:

1. Disassemble printer and locate the lithium cell battery located on the main
circuit board.

2. To remove, slide the battery from the coin cell retainer, remove the battery
from the board, and dispose of properly.

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Contents

Introduction

Mounting

Printer Configuration
Loading Material
Operation

1-1-Intended Use ............................................................................................ 1

1-2-Safety Instructions .................................................................................... 2

1-3-Environment ............................................................................................ 3

1-4-Technical Data ........................................................................................ 3

2-1-Mounting the Cutter Tray .......................................................................... 4

2-2-Mounting the Cutter .................................................................................. 4

5-1-Standard Operation .................................................................................. 9

5-2-Operation with External Control ............................................................. 10

Maintenance

6-1-Cleaning ................................................................................................. 11

6-2-Changing the Blades .............................................................................. 13

6-3-Setting Initial State of the Cutter ............................................................. 15

Peripheral Interface

7-1-Pin Assignment ...................................................................................... 17

7-2-Explanation of Signals ........................................................................... 18

7-3-Circuit Diagram of Inputs ........................................................................ 20

7-4-Circuit Diagram of Outputs ..................................................................... 21

Compliance

8-1-UNITED STATES & CANADA .............................................................. 22

8-2-EU Conformity Declaration ..................................................................... 23

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1 Introduction

1-1 Intended Use

The device is intended exclusively as an option for the printers of the PR PLUS
printer series (serial number 83761+) and BBP72 printer for cutting suitable
materials that have been approved by the manufacturer. Any other use or use
going beyond this shall be regarded as improper use. The manufacturer/supplier
shall not be liable for damage resulting from unauthorized use; the user shall bear
the risk alone.

Usage for the intended purpose also includes complying with the operating
manual, including the manufacturer‘s maintenance recommendations and
specifications.

The device is manufactured in accordance with the current technological status
and the recognized safety rules. However, danger to the life and limb of the user
or third parties and/or damage to the device and other tangible assets can arise
during use.

The device may only be used for its intended purpose and if it is in perfect working
order, and it must be used with regard to safety and dangers as stated in the
operating manual.

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Introduction

CAUTION!

Safety Instructions

1-2 Safety Instructions

• Disconnect the printer from the electrical outlet before mounting or removing

the cutter.

• The cutter may only be operated when it is mounted on the printer.

• Risk of injury, particularly during maintenance, the cutter blades are sharp.

Rotating knife. Do not touch or put fingers near knife.

• Only trained personnel or service technicians should perform maintenance.

• Unauthorized interference with electronic modules or their software can cause

malfunctions. Other unauthorized work or modifications to the device can also
endanger operational safety.

• Always have service work done in a qualified workshop, where the personnel

have the technical knowledge and tools required to do the necessary work.

• Do not remove warning stickers, as then you and other people cannot be aware

of dangers and may be injured.

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1-3 Environment

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Obsolete devices contain valuable recyclable materials that should be sent for
recycling.

• Send to suitable collection points, separately from residual waste.

The modular construction of the printer enables it to be easily disassembled into
its component parts.

• Send the parts for recycling.

• Take the electronic circuit boards to public waste disposal centers or to the
distributor.

1-4 Technical Data

Standard Cutter

Cutter with peripheral interface *

Introduction

Technical Data

Catalog Number:

PR+-AutoCutter-FI

Catalog Number:

PR+-PerfCutter-FI

For printer type
Material width up to (in/mm) 4.7 / 120

Min. cut length (in/mm)
Material thickness (g/m²)
Power supply

* Interface for trigger switch or external control

Note: The minimum cut length depends on the media, in particular its adhesive

characteristics. Perform preliminary tests. Also test the media, if the media is very
hard, very flexible or very thin.

The cutters have a durability of more than 500,000 cuts. Depending on the type of
the cut material the blades could wear earlier and have to be replaced. Used
blades are not designed regrinding.

An optional Cutter Tray is available:

Cutter Tray 4 Catalog Number: PR+-CutterTray
For printer type PR 300/600 PLUS, BBP72
Material width (in/mm) up to 4.7 / 120

peripheral connector of the printer

PR-300 PLUS
PR-600 PLUS

0.08 / 2

up to 500

Length of the cut pieces (in/mm) up to 3.9 / 100
Stack height (in/mm) up to 1.4 / 36

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Mounting the Cutter

2 Mounting

2-1 Mounting the Cutter Tray

1. Loosen the screws [1].

2. Place the cutter tray [2] on the screws [1] in front of the tear-off plate or the
dispense plate and slide it to the left until it stops.

3. Tighten the screws [1].

4. Adjust the length of the cutter tray [2] may by moving the slide [3].

2-2 Mounting the Cutter

Note: Disconnect the printer from the electrical outlet before mounting or removing

the cutter.

1. Loosen the screw [2].

2. Remove the front cover [1].

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Mounting the Cutter

Note: For cutter operation with PR PLUS printer series and BBP72 printer, a tear-

off plate or a dispense plate must be mounted on the printer to lead the material
through the blades of the cutter.

3. Insert the pins [3] of the cutter [7] into the holes [4] of the printer.

4. Press the cutter against the printer. That way the plug of the cutter will be
connected to the peripheral port [5] of the printer.

5. Secure the cutter [7] with the screw [6].

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