FD 260-10
Feeder for FD 260 Tabber
Operator Manual
1/2011 First Edition
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................. 1
1.1 FD 260-10 Description .................................................................................... 1
1.2 Items Included ................................................................................................ 2
1.3 Operating Manual Safety Terms ................................ ................................ ..... 3
1.4 Safety Precautions .......................................................................................... 4
1.5 Operating Manual Terms ................................................................................ 4
1.6 Warranty ......................................................................................................... 5
1.7 Ordering Additional Equipment ....................................................................... 6
2. SPECIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS .......................................................... 7
2.1 Specifications .................................................................................................. 7
2.2 Operating Requirements ................................................................................. 7
3. POWER CONNECTION ................................................................................... 8
3.1 Safety .............................................................................................................. 8
3.2 Line Voltage .................................................................................................... 8
3.3 Line Fuses .................................................................................................... 10
3.4 Power Cord ................................................................................................... 11
4. SET-UP ........................................................................................................... 12
4.1 Feed Wedge ................................................................................................. 12
4.2 Product Stop Extension ................................................................................ 13
4.3 Placing the FD 260-10 In-Line ...................................................................... 14
5. OPERATION ................................................................................................... 16
5.1 Loading Mail Pieces ...................................................................................... 16
5.2 Feeding Mail Pieces...................................................................................... 17
5.3 Adjusting Speed ............................................................................................ 18
6. MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................. 19
6.1 Cleaning ........................................................................................................ 19
6.2 Replacing A Static Brush .............................................................................. 19
6.3 Replacing A Fuse ......................................................................................... 19
7. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 21
7.1 Troubleshooting Chart .................................................................................. 21
8. SERVICE ........................................................................................................ 22
8.1 Service .......................................................................................................... 22
8.2 Repacking Instructions.................................................................................. 22
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 FD 260-10
Description
The FD 260-10 is an automatic feeding device used
to feed mail pieces into tabbers, printers and other
mail processing machines.
A stack of mail pieces is loaded in the feed tray.
Separators and feed rolls separate the stack into
single pieces and feed the pieces into a tabber or
printer.
Figure 1.1 -- The FD 260-10 Feeder in-line with the FD 260 tabber and the
optional FD 260-20 conveyor
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1.2 Items Included
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The following items are shipped together in one box.
Take note of each as you unpack the box (refer to
Figure 1.2).
1. FD 260-10 Feeder
2. Feed wedge
3. Product stop extension
4. Power cord
5. Operating manual
Figure 1.2 -- FD 260-10 with Accessories
WARNING
THE FD 260-10 IS A HEAVY MACHINE.
USE PROPER LIFTING TECHNIQUES TO
SET IT ON A WORK SURFACE.
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1.3 Operating
Manual Safety
Terms
The following highlighted blocks are used throughout
this manual to emphasize important information.
Pay careful attention to this information.
WARNING
ALERTS YOU TO ACTIONS OR CONDITIONS
WHICH MAY PRESENT HAZARDS OR CAUSE
INJURY TO PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
ALERTS YOU TO ACTIONS WHICH MAY CAUSE
LOSS OF MAIL PIECES OR DAMAGE TO
EQUIPMENT.
NOTE
Draws your attention to an important statement or
action.
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1.4 Safety
Precautions
Observe the following safety precautions and
warnings when operating, cleaning or repairing the
FD 260-10. Failure to do so may result in physical
injury or damage to the FD 260-10.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for your failure
to comply with these requirements.
WARNING
NEVER CLEAN, CLEAR OR DISASSEMBLE THE
FD 260-10 WITHOUT FIRST UNPLUGGING THE
POWER CORD.
WARNING
KEEP LOOSE CLOTHING, TIES, SCARVES AND
HAIR AWAY FROM ALL MOVING PARTS.
1.5 Operating
Manual Terms
WARNING
DO NOT PLACE FINGERS OR TOOLS BETWEEN
OR NEAR MOVING PARTS.
input end where mail pieces enter
output end where mail pieces exit
operator side side of the FD 260-10 where the
controls are located
non-operator side side opposite the operator side
leading edge edge of mail piece that enters
and exits the FD 260-10 first
trailing edge edge of mail piece that enters
and exits the FD 260-10 last
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1.6 Warranty
NOTE
Your Formax FD 260-10 is covered under warranty
by the dealership from which you purchased it. If
you have any questions about the FD 260-10 or its
warranty call your authorized Formax dealer.
Formax FD 260-10 Feeder against defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of six months
from the original ship date when used in accordance
with the operating instructions in this manual. This
warranty covers the cost of parts when the machine is
presented by its original purchaser to an authorized
Formax Dealer. Should warranty repairs become
necessary, the service provider, at his/her option, will
repair or replace such parts required to restore the FD
260-10 to serviceable condition.
This warranty does not cover consumable parts such
as belts and rollers used to contact and transport mail
pieces. This warranty does not extend to incidental or
consequential damages arising out of a warranty
claim, or to costs associated with maintenance of the
equipment. This warranty does not cover damages
resulting from shipping, accident, misuse, abuse,
neglect, mishandling, alteration or modification. Your
rights under this warranty may vary from state to
state.
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1.7 Ordering
Additional
Equipment
To order or find out about additional Formax
equipment, contact an authorized Formax dealer.
Figure 1.3 -- Tabbing with Formax equipment.
The FD 260-10 in-line with the FD 260 Tabber & FD 260-20 Conveyor.
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2. SPECIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
2.1 Specifications
Size
23" L x 121/2" H x 16" W
Weight
48 lb. assembled
Power
Possible line voltages are 240V, 230V, 220V,
120V, and 100V at 50-60 Hz
Production
Up to 15,000 mail pieces (4" ±1/8" long) per hour
2.2 Operating
Requirements
Mail Piece Size
Length: up to 14"
Width: 3.5" minimum, 18" maximum
Mail Piece Thickness
Minimum: single sheet of 20 lb. bond paper
Maximum: 1/4"
Mail Piece Stack Height
up to 4" without product stop extension
up to 8" with product stop extension
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3. POWER CONNECTION
BEFORE PLUGGING THE FD 260-10 INTO AN
OUTLET, CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION ABOUT VOLTAGES, FUSES AND
3.1 Safety
The FD 260-10 can connect to any power distribution
system, including the European IT Power System.
Because the European IT Power System does not
have a grounded neutral leg, the FD 260-10 uses
protective fusing in both the neutral and hot supply
lines of power.
WARNING
THE POWER CORD.
3.2 Line Voltage
WARNING
A BLOWN FUSE IN THE NEUTRAL LEG COULD
MEAN INTERIOR PARTS OF THE FD 260-10
REMAIN AT A HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE. ALWAYS
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD BEFORE REMOVING
COVERS FROM THE FD 260-10.
The FD 260-10 is rated for continuous operation
using a variety of supply voltages. Possible line
voltages are 240V, 230V, 220V, 120V and 100V at 50
or 60 Hz. The manufacturer configures the FD 26010 to operate with the voltage requested by the
customer.
CAUTION
VERIFY THE CORRECT VOLTAGE SETTING
BEFORE PLUGGING THE FD 260-10 INTO AN
OUTLET.
Read the current voltage setting through the
VOLTAGE SELECTOR WINDOW on the input end of
the FD 260-10 (refer to Figure 3.1). Use the
following instructions to change the voltage setting:
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POWER ENTRY
FUSE
FUSE DRAWER
APPLIANCE INLET
LOCKING TAB
CASING
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
WINDOW
FUSE DRAWER
POWER CORD
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
NOTE
The detachable POWER CORD may have to be
changed to match the particular power-source
output.
1. Unplug the POWER CORD.
2. Use a small screwdriver or similar tool to push up
on and release the FUSE DRAWER LOCKING
TAB.
3. Pull the FUSE DRAWER out of the POWER
ENTRY CASING.
4. Pull the VOLTAGE SELECTOR out of the
POWER ENTRY CASING.
5. Rotate the VOLTAGE SELECTOR until the correct
voltage is on the same side as the VOLTAGE
SELECTOR WINDOW.
6. Place the VOLTAGE SELECTOR in the POWER
ENTRY CASING and verify the correct voltage
selection.
7. Place the FUSE DRAWER in the POWER ENTRY
CASING.
Figure 3.1 -- FD 260-10 Power Connection
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3.3 Line Fuses
The FUSE DRAWER located on the input end
contains two LINE FUSES (refer to Figure 3.1). The
neutral and hot lines of power are fused. Both LINE
FUSES must be intact for the FD 260-10 to operate
properly.
CAUTION
VERIFY THAT THE LINE FUSE VALUE IS
CORRECT FOR THE VOLTAGE SETTING.
UNPLUG THE FD 260-10 BEFORE STARTING
THIS PROCEDURE.
Use the following instructions to verify that the LINE
FUSES installed have the proper fuse value or to
replace a blown fuse:
1. Unplug the POWER CORD.
2. Use a small screwdriver or similar tool to push up
on and release the FUSE DRAWER LOCKING
TAB.
3. Pull the FUSE DRAWER out of the POWER
ENTRY CASING. The LINE FUSES are inside.
4. Determine the proper fuse value as well as the
condition of the LINE FUSE. The fuse value is
shown on the metal tip of the LINE FUSE. The
chart below lists the selected voltage in the left
column followed by the proper fuse value in the
right column.
Selected Voltage Line Fuse Value
100V…………………….1.0A (250V time delay)
120V…………………….1.0A (250V time delay)
220V…………………….0.5A (250V time delay)
240V (or 230V)…………0.5A (250V time delay)
5. Replace the LINE FUSE if necessary. Both LINE
FUSES must be intact for the FD 260-10 to
operate properly.
6. Install the FUSE DRAWER in the POWER
ENTRY CASING.
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3.4 Power Cord
The FD 260-10 comes with a three-wire POWER
CORD. The POWER CORD grounds the FD 260-10
when connected to an approved three-contact
electrical outlet.
1. Plug the POWER CORD into the APPLIANCE
INLET on the input end (refer to Figure 3.1).
2. Plug the POWER CORD into a grounded outlet.
WARNING
TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, ONLY PLUG
THE POWER CORD INTO A GROUNDED OUTLET.
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4. SET-UP
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CAUTION
ONLY PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO AN
OUTLET AFTER READING SECTION 3 –
POWER CONNECTION.
Figure 4.1 -- (1) Feed Wedge, (2) Product Stop Extension, (3) Power Cord
4.1 Feed Wedge
The FEED WEDGE improves the feeding of certain
types of mail pieces. To install the FEED WEDGE:
1. Unscrew the FEED WEDGE knob from the tray.
2. Align the long slot in the FEED WEDGE over one
of the holes in the center of the tray, with the
angled edge of the WEDGE facing the FEED
ROLLS.
3. Screw the FEED WEDGE knob through the slot
and into the hole.
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4.2 Product Stop
PRODUCT STOP
PRODUCT STOP
EXTENSION
KNOBS
NON-OPERATOR SIDE
PRODUCT GUIDE
PRODUCT GUIDE
OPERATOR SIDE
PRODUCT STOP
Extension
The product stop extension allows you to stack 4
extra inches of mail (8” total) in the FEED TRAY.
Figure 4.2 – Product Stop Extension
To install the product stop extension:
1. Loosen both PRODUCT STOP KNOBS secured
to the top of the PRODUCT STOP (refer to Figure
4.2).
2. Slide the notches in the PRODUCT STOP
EXTENSION around the screws in the PRODUCT
STOP KNOBS.
3. Tighten the PRODUCT STOP KNOBS into the
PRODUCT STOP. The PRODUCT STOP
EXTENSION should be secured to the PRODUCT
STOP and form a straight surface from the tray to
the top of the PRODUCT STOP EXTENSION
(refer to Figure 4.2).
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4.3 Placing the FD
ACCUFAST FX
FEEDER
ACCUFAST KT
TABBER
260-10 In-Line
Figure 4.3 -- The FD 260-10 Feeder in-line with the FD 260 Tabber
To place the FD 260-10 in-line with a tabber or
printer:
1. Place the FD 260-10 on a stand if necessary.
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if leading edge:
then:
curls up
increase the gap
curls down
decrease the gap as
small as possible
2. Place the FD 260-10’s output end next to the
tabber’s or printer’s input end, leaving a
1
/8" gap to
avoid scratching paint.
3. Feed several mail pieces. If mail pieces are
curled or rigid, adjust the gap using instructions in
chart below:
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5. OPERATION
FEED TRAY
PRODUCT GUIDE
PRODUCT GUIDE
SEPARATOR KNOBS
SEPARATORS
FEED ROLLS
PRODUCT STOP
PRODUCT WEDGE
PRODUCT WEDGE
POWER SWITCH
SPEED KNOB
KNOB
KNOBS
PRODUCT GUIDE
5.1 Loading
Mail Pieces
Figure 5.1 -- Operating the FD 260-10
1. Center the mail pieces with the FEED ROLLS
(refer to Figure 5.1).
2. Loosen the PAPER GUIDE KNOBS and slide the
PAPER GUIDES against a sample stack of mail
pieces. Tighten the knobs, making sure the mail
pieces remain flat in the FEED TRAY and can
slide toward the FEED ROLLS. If not, repeat this
step until they do. Remove the stack.
3. Place one mail piece in the gap between the
SEPARATORS and the FEED ROLLS.
4. Loosen the SEPARATOR KNOBS, then lift each
one up and drop the SEPARATORS onto the mail
piece.
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5.2 Feeding
if leading edge:
then:
curls up
increase the gap
curls down
decrease the gap as
small as possible
Mail Pieces
5. Tighten each SEPARATOR KNOB, locking
SEPARATORS in place.
NOTE
Make sure both SEPARATORS are lowered and
locked to the same position to prevent mail pieces
from skewing.
6. Place a stack of mail pieces on the FEED TRAY
between the PAPER GUIDES against the PAPER
STOP.
7. Lift the back of the stack and slide the FEED
WEDGE under the stack.
8. Lock FEED WEDGE in place.
NOTE
Turn the tabber or printer on before turning on the
FD 260-10.
1. Load mail pieces (refer to Section 5.1).
2. Turn the POWER SWITCH ON.
3. Turn the SPEED KNOB clockwise to start or
accelerate feeding. If feeding does not start, turn
the SPEED KNOB counterclockwise as far as it
will go, then turn it clockwise.
4. Observe the feeding of the mail pieces. If they do
not feed consistently and one at a time, loosen the
SEPARATOR KNOBS, lift up and lower the
SEPARATORS onto a single mail piece and
tighten the SEPARATOR KNOBS. Repeat this
step until mail pieces feed consistently, one at a
time.
5. Feed several mail pieces. If mail pieces are
curled or rigid, adjust the gap using instructions in
chart below:
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5.3 Adjusting
turn SPEED KNOB:
to:
clockwise
feed faster
counterclockwise
feed slower
all the way
counterclockwise
stop feeding
Speed
Once mail pieces are feeding consistently and one at
a time, adjust the FD 260-10’s speed to match the
speed of the in-line tabber or printer.
To adjust the speed:
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6. MAINTENANCE
6.1 Cleaning
6.2 Replacing A
Static Brush
How often the FD 260-10 needs cleaning depends on
the amount of paper dust your mail pieces generate.
Wipe surface dust or debris from the FD 260-10 with
a damp cloth as necessary.
Inspect the static brush regularly for wear on the
bristles. The static brush is located at the output end
of the FD 260-10. When some bristles wear to half
their original length, the static brush must be
replaced. The bristles will most likely not wear
evenly. Compare the worn bristles to unworn bristles
(on the outside edges). Contact an authorized
Formax dealer to replace your static brush.
6.3 Replacing A
Fuse
WARNING
WORN BRISTLES ON THE STATIC BRUSH MAY
CAUSE STATIC ELECTRICITY BUILD-UP WHICH
COULD SHOCK THE OPERATOR AND DAMAGE
EQUIPMENT.
To replace a blown fuse (refer to Figure 6.1):
CAUTION
VERIFY THAT THE LINE FUSE VALUE IS
CORRECT FOR THE VOLTAGE SETTING.
UNPLUG THE FD 260-10 BEFORE STARTING
THIS PROCEDURE.
1. Unplug the POWER CORD.
2. Use a small screwdriver or similar tool to push up
on and release the FUSE DRAWER LOCKING
TAB.
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POWER ENTRY
FUSE
FUSE DRAWER
APPLIANCE INLET
LOCKING TAB
CASING
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
WINDOW
FUSE DRAWER
POWER CORD
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
3. Pull the FUSE DRAWER out of the POWER
ENTRY CASING. The LINE FUSES are inside.
4. Determine the proper fuse value as well as the
condition of the LINE FUSE. The fuse value is
shown on the metal tip of the LINE FUSE. The
chart below lists the selected voltage in the left
column followed by the proper fuse value in the
right column.
Selected Voltage Line Fuse Value
100V…………………….1.0A (250V time delay)
120V…………………….1.0A (250V time delay)
220V…………………….0.5A (250V time delay)
240V (or 230V)…………0.5A (250V time delay)
5. Replace the LINE FUSE if necessary. Both LINE
FUSES must be intact for the FD 260-10 to
operate properly.
6. Install the FUSE DRAWER in the POWER
ENTRY CASING.
Figure 6.1 -- FD 260-10 Power Connection
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING
trouble
1. Nothing works.
POWER SWITCH is
off.
Turn POWER
SWITCH on.
POWER CORD is
damaged or not
plugged in.
Replace POWER
CORD if damaged or
plug into proper
outlet.
Outlet does not have
power present.
Check circuit source
for a blown fuse or
circuit breaker.
2. Feeding is
interrupted or
prevented.
Power entry fuse is
blown.
Replace blown line
fuse (Section 6.3).
FD 260-10 keeps
blowing fuses after you
replace them.
Contact authorized
Formax Dealer.
3. Mail piece jam.
Too many mail pieces
feeding at one time.
Clear jam. Raise both
SEPARATORS and
pull the jammed mail
pieces out of FD 260-
10. Review feeding
instructions (Section
5.2).
4. Motor is running,
but no mail
pieces feed.
Gap between
SEPARATORS and
FEED ROLLS is too
small for mail pieces to
pass through the gap.
Review the feeding
instructions (Section
5.2).
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD BEFORE
REMOVING, ADJUSTING OR REPAIRING ANY
7.1 Troubleshooting
Chart
WARNING
PARTS IN THE FD 260-10.
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8. SERVICE
8.1 Service
8.2 Repacking
Instructions
If any problems occur with this equipment or if you
need assistance installing or operating your FD 26010, contact an authorized Formax dealer.
NOTE
When calling for service, have your
FD 260-10’s serial number handy.
If it is necessary to ship your FD 260-10 to an
authorized Formax dealer for service, pack it in the
original shipping container and packaging material. If
the original container is not available, the FD 260-10
should be carefully packed so that it will not be
damaged in transit.
NOTE
If the FD 260-10 is packed correctly, your
Shipping Carrier is liable for any damages that
occur during shipping.
Use the following instructions to pack the FD 260-10
with commercially available materials.
1. Double wrap the machine in heavy plastic.
2. Use a heavy duty, double-walled container of 350pound test material.
3. Surround the FD 260-10 on ALL sides with at
least 4 to 5 inches of shock absorbing packaging
material. This will provide firm cushioning and
prevent movement inside the container.
4. Seal the top and bottom of the shipping container
with strong tape or banding material.
5. Clearly and legibly mark the shipping container
FRAGILE.
6. Contact your authorized Formax dealer.
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