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GBC Quantum P70iX
Automated Punch
User's Manual
US/Canada – 230V 50/60 Hz
Assembly Number 7707010
Operator Manual #
7707286
Date Issued October 15, 2003
Revision C-1
P70iX
Operator Manual
Table of Contents
Section Page
Safety Information i
1. Introduction
Introduction 1-1
2. Getting to Know your Quantum P70iX
Operating Controls 2-1
Plastic Covers 2-2
3. Operation
Operating Controls 3-1
4. Options and Accessories
Die Set 4-1
Die Set Storage 4-2
5. Home Screen
Operation 5-1
Service 5-1
6. Maintenance
Problem solving 6-1
Paper Jam 6-2
7. Specifications
Specifications Quantum P70iX 7-1
Power Cord Specifications 7-2
SAFETY MESSAGES
The safety of you and others is very impor tant to GBC. Important safety messages and information are contained within this manual as well as on the
machine itself. Please be certain to carefully read and understand all of these
before operating the machine.
The safety alert symbol precedes each safety message in this Operating
Instruction Manual.This symbol indicates a potential personal safety
hazard that could hurt you or others, as well as cause product or
property damage.
The following pictorial is found on the Quantum P70iX:
CAUTION:This means you could fall and be injured if you try to stand or
sit on the conveyor belts.
WARNING: This means you can be seriously injured by crushing and cutting, moving parts. Do not operate without guards in place. Do not attempt
to defeat any of the safety interlock switches.
WARNING: This means you can be seriously injured by the covers falling
on you. Keep your hands and other body parts away to avoid getting them
crushed or cut.
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SAFETY MESSAGES continued
WARNING:This means you can be seriously injured by crushing
and cutting, moving parts. Do not operate without guards in place.
Do not attempt to defeat any of the safety interlock switches.
The following symbols appear on this product, and their meaning is as follows:
I Means the electrical power is “ON”.
O Means the electrical power is “OFF”.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
• Use the Quantum P70iX only for its intended purpose of punching paper and
covers according to the indicated specifications.
• Retain this Operating Instructions manual for later use.
CAUTION: IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, USE THE POWER CORD AS A
MAIN DISCONNECT.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS continued
• The Quantum P70iX must be connected to a supply voltage corresponding
to the electrical rating of the machine operating instructions (also listed on
the serial number label).
• The socket-outlet shall be located near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
• The grounding plug is a safety feature and will only fit into the proper grounding-type power outlet. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet, contact a qualified electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.Do not alter the
plug on the end of the cordset (if provided) of the Quantum P70iX. It was
provided for your safety.
• Unplug the Quantum P70iX before moving the machine or whenever the
machine is not in use for an extended period of time.
• Do not operate the Quantum P70iX if the machine has a damaged power
supply cord or plug. Do not operate the machine after any malfunction, if liquid has been spilled into the machine, or it the machine has been damaged
in any way.
• Do not overload electrical outlets beyond their capacity. To do so can result in
fire or electrical shock.
• Do not attempt to bypass the safety interlocks, if you do so you may be
injured
SERVICE
Do not attempt to service your Quantum P70iX yourself. Contact an authorized
GBC service representative for any required repairs or major maintenance for
your Quantum P70iX.
There are NO user-serviceable parts inside the machine. To avoid potential personal injury and/or proper ty or machine damage.
DO NOT REMOVE THE MACHINE’S SIDE COVERS AND TOP
COVERS.
CLEANING
You may clean the exterior of the Quantum P70iX using a soft, damp cloth. Do
not use detergent or solvents as damage to the machine may occur.
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MAIN CORDSET SELECTION
(THE FOLLOWING NOTE APPLIES ONLY TO EUROPEAN UNITS)
CAUTION:WHEN CHOOSING A DETACHABLE LINE CORD FOR USE
WITH YOUR Quantum P70iX, ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
PRECAUTIONS
The cordset consist of three parts; the attachment plug, cordage and appliance
inlet. Each of these components must have European regulatory approvals for
safety.
The following minimum electrical ratings for the specific cordset are published
for safety purposes. DO NOT USE CORDSETS THAT DO NOT MEET THE
FOLLOWING MINIMUM ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS.
PLUG: 3 amperes, 250 volts, 50/60 Hz, Class 1, 3 conductor, European safety
approved.
CORDAGE: Type H05VV-F3G0.75, Har monized ( < HAR> ). The “< >” sym-
bols indicate cordage approved to appropriate European standard (NOTE:
“HAR” may be substituted for approval mark of European safety agency, which
approved the cordage.An example would be “ < VDE > “).
APPLIANCE CONNECTOR: 3 ampere, 250 volts, 50/60 Hz, European safety
approved, Type IEC 320. The cordset shall not exceed 3 meters in length. A
cordset with component electrical ratings greater than the minimum specified
electrical ratings may be substituted.
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Safety Information
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MAIN CORDSET SELECTION continued
(THE FOLLOWING NOTE APPLIES ONLY TO THE U.S. UNITS.)
FCC NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the Operator Manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will
be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
CAUTION: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED
BY GENERAL BINDING CORPORATION COULD VOID YOUR
AUTHORITY T O OPERA TE THE EQUIPMENT.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique dela classe A est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
SERVICE AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
By purchasing the P70iX you have invested in a highly capable punching machine that
will give you years of reliable service.To help protect this investment be certain to take
advantage of the GBC Equipment Maintenance Agreement (EMA).The EMA provides
your P70iX with proper ongoing maintenance and care, helping to ensure the years of
quality performance and long life built into the machine.Without an EMA, a charge for
parts and labor would result from every normal maintenance or repair service call. An
EMA for your P70iX eliminates this possibility by providing you with a low, fixed annual
cost for protecting your valuable machine investment. For full details about purchasing
an EMA, consult with your GBC Sales Representative or contact:
General Binding Corporation
500 Bond Street
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Or Call: 1-800-790-7787
A GBC Authorized Technician must perform all service and maintenance unless it is
operator maintenance in accordance with the P70iX Automatic Punch User Guide.Use
of the P70iX Automatic Punch in any manner not in accordance with the GBC P70iX
User Guide is not recommended and may void your warranty or maintenance contract
Trained operators and regular operator maintenance of the P70iX A can optimize performance and minimize service calls.
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1. Introduction
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INTRODUCTION
The Quantum P70iX is designed to meet the unique requirements of the digital print
marketplace. It is designed to support all commonly required punching patterns, including three-hole, comb, VeloBind, Twin-Loop wire, and Color Coil. Custom die patterns are
also available.This new system is designed to deliver the quick changeover requirements of the short-run digital pr inter.
Virtually all set-ups are quickly and easily accomplished from the digital print display
panel, overcoming a major time-consuming aspect of traditional production punches.
Die changes can be accomplished in a short time without tools. The system is pre-programmed with all common paper sizes, and can store 20 custom jobs.
The P70iX is designed to handle a wide range of media. It can handle sheet sizes from
5 ?” x 5 ?” to 9” x 12”, including mixed paper-weights and cover stocks. Another key feature is the system’s ability to process intermixed index tabs without any special adjustments.
The P70iX incorporates GBC’s new “stack processing” technology, which is designed to
reduce operator labor cost.This new architecture allows the system to process a 14”
stack (3,500 sheets 20# bond) without operator attendance.The P70iX offers a maximum throughput speed of 60,000 sheets per hour.
The Quantum P70iX is GBC’s revolutionary new, near-line, high-speed Digital
Production Punch. It sets up in minutes and keeps up, side-by-side, with banks of
today’s fastest digital print engines.
These instructions have been prepared to acquaint you with the Quantum P70iX punch
and it’s operation.Please read them carefully. Keep these operating instructions for
future reference.
UNPACKING AND SETUP
The Quantum P70iX punch must be installed by a qualified GBC Technician.
Your Technician will ensure that the system is properly leveled and ready to run.
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