Count EZCREASER User Manual

EZCREASER

4-2009

Version 1.6

Serial Number ___________________________

Date ___________________________________

INTRO LETTER

Congratulations,

You have purchased the most versatile automatic creasing machine on the market today. Designed to
accommodate the demands of finishing digitally produced media, the EZ Creaser efficiently applies a
rotary actuated compression crease, leaving a crisp, sharp score with no cracking of the image after
the fold, on both the outside and inside creased edge.
Counts trademarked RAC System assures a consistent, controlled compression that is easily adjustable
to the demands of any sensitive media.
The EZ Creaser with it’s microprocessor driven transport promises many years of profitable operation.

Your EZ Creaser was manufactured at Count’s headquarters in Escondido, California. We are proud to
build quality equipment and stand behind our machines knowing that the quality of our product is
exceeded only by the staff which supports it.

Thank you for choosing Count.

Sincerely,

David M. Gilbert

TABLE OF CONTENTS

(JANUARY 2007)

SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………………………………………………………………….1a

SAFETY PROCEDURES/CARE & MAINTENANCE.………………………………………………….1b

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION…………………………………………………………………………2
SETTING UP YOUR EZ CREASER……………………………………………………………………….3
W/ Optional Stand………………………………………………………………………3

MICROPROCESSOR CONTROLLER EZ CREASER………………………………………………….4

Transport Operation Controls……………………………………………….………5

Programming Controls (mode Selection)…………………………….……..…5

Programming for Creasing………………………………………….…….…………6

Setting up Creasing…………………………….……………………….……….……6

Batch Counter………………………………………………………………….……….7
Total Counter……………………………………………………………………………8

Double Sheet Detector………………………………………………………………8

Programming Notes…………………………………………………………………..8

DELIVERY TRAY ASSEMBLY…………………………………………………………………………….9

FEED TABLE ASSEMBLY………………………………………………………………………………….9
Component Identification…….…………………………………………………….9
Adjusting Feed Rails………..……………………………………………….………10

Setting the Automatic Feeder…………………………………………………….11
Fanning the Paper…………………………………………………………………….11
Loading the Feeder…………………………………………………………………..12

Replacing the Feed Wheels………………………………………………….……12

Feeding Notes…………………………………………………………………………12

Replacing the Friction Plate………………………………………………..……..13

Checking the Sensor…………………………………….…………………………..13

Perf Shaft & Strike Plate……………………………………………………………14

Removing the Perf Shaft to Change Configurations………………………14

ROTARY PERF & SCORE ASSEMBLY………………………………………………………………..15

Component Identification………………………………………………………….15

Perforation & Scoring Assemblies……………………………………………….15

Gripper Wheel Perf Score Mounting……………………………………………16

Folding Direction of Paper…………………………………………………………16

RAC

System

Component Identification……………………………………………….………..17

TROUBLESHOOTING………………………………………………………………………………………..…20

SERVICE DIAGRAMS……………………………………………………………………………………….21-24

(Rotary Actuated Creasing) Assembly……………………………………….17

Adjusting RAC rollers (depth of crease)……………………………………..18

Changing Lower Crease Die……………………………………………………...19

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power Requirement: 110v, 60 HZ, AC, or International 230v, 50/60HZ, AC
Circuit Protection: Motor/Transformer………………………..3 AMP Circuit Breaker
Microprocessor……………………………..1/4 AMP Slo-Blow
Pulse Board………………………………….3 AMP Slo-Blow

NOTE: Older buildings, overloaded lines, and bad grounds can affect the operation of
your EZ Creaser. A dedicated line is best.

OPERATING SPEEDS

MODE TRANSPORT SPEED 11X17 Sheet(est) 5 ½” Sheet(est)
(Feet per Sec.)

Perf Mode 2.5 8500 12500
Crease Mode 2.0 2500 4400

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Net Weight: EZ CREASER……………………………………………..250 lbs
Overall Dimensions: …………………………………………………………………32”Lx27”Wx26”D
Boxed Dimensions: …………………………………………………………………36”Lx36”Wx30”D
Min. Sheet Size: ………………………………………………………………..3”x5”
Max. Sheet Size: …………………………………………………………………18”x20”

NOTE: The EZ CREASER 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 EZ CREASER on these
special applications is directly related to the experience of the operator.

1a

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 no 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!

SAFETY PROCEDURES

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The EZ CREASER 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
when not in use.

BEARINGS: The bearings are sealed roller bearings and are designed to be self
lubricating, however dirt and dust can get into them causing clogging and dirt build up.
It is recommended to occasionally oil them 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 upper and lower sensor with a Q-tip (avoid moving the sensor
to clean). 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 EZ CREASER clean and in top condition, it will give you years of service.

1b

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Machine Stand

Pg. 3

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

Feed Rail Assembly

Perf and Score Assemblies

Crease Bar

Feed Table Assembly

Paper Stop

Delivery Tray

Microprocessor Pg. 4
Feed Table Assembly Pg. 9
Delivery Tray Pg. 9
Perf and Score Assemblies Pg. 15
Crease Bar Pg. 17

REFERENCES

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Microprocessor

Machine Stand

SETTING UP YOUR EZ CREASER

STAND (

1. Open top half of box and remove components.

2. Assemble stand.

3. Place machine on stand as shown below.

4. Unscrew feed rail guide shaft, slide shaft out.
Place feed rails on feed table and slide shaft
back in going through feed rail guide brackets.

5. Place delivery tray in front so tray hooks under steel dowels directly below the exit
shaft 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. NOTE: the EZ CREASER required only 115v so any standard
outlet will accommodate it. However, it is important that the line has a good ground.
Also make sure the circuit is not overloaded with other equipment.
(NOTE: 230v will be used for European models)

optional

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EZ CREASER

MICROPROCESSOR CONTROLLER

THE MICRO-CONTROLLER CONSISTS OF FOUR SECTIONS:

2. Operate Controls

3. Programming Controls

4. Data Pad

Controller Display

The LCD displays programming information, prompts response, and verifies entered
data or commands. The LCD also conducts a self-diagnosis test whenever power is
turned on. A countdown sequence from 9 to 0 will appear. If a number is missing from
the sequence this indicates a failure in a component. If this occurs, contact the Count
service department for further details. At the display of “EZ Creaser” the microprocessor
is clear and ready to accept the entries. The micro-controller is also equipped with
volatile memory so when power is turned off the EZ Creaser will retain the last
programmed entry.

1. Controller Display

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TRANSPORT OPERATION

• A document may be slowly advanced through the transport by
pushing and holding this button.

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. If no
mode has been selected, it will automatically run in perf mode
at low speed.

• Machine will stop.

NOTE: If the EZ CREASER is stopped while a sheet is under the sensor,
the display will flash “sensor blocked”

••••Data Keys 0-9:

required for distances and crease designation.

••••Enter/Yes:

keys and answers display prompted questions.

••••Clear/No:

for clearing total count. Answers “no” to display
prompted questions.

PROGRAMMING CONTROLS

Speed Select:

the speed selected on the display.

Mode Select: PERF/CRS

runs in. By Default and every time your machine is powered off the machine will
start in PERF mode. Press the PERF/CRS mode button twice to enter into Crease
Mode.

EXAMPLE: DISPLAY READS:

These may be pressed until the desired mode is selected, then: Pressing
will now run transport at selected mode.

Pushing this will select speed, low, medium or high and show

Pushing this will Change the mode your machine

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DATA PAD

Allows entry of numeric data

Stores input information from data

Erases errors entered and prompts

(Mode Selection)

CRS Mode Low Speed

CRS Mode Med Speed

CRS Mode High Speed