GBC PF3200 User Manual
Operation Manual
Perfect Binder
Model No. PF3200
®
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• Do not attempt to service your PF-3200
yourself. Contact an authorized GBC
service representative for any required
repairs or major maintenance for your
PF-3200.
• There are NO user-serviceable parts
inside the machine. To avoid potential
personal injury and/or property or
machine damage, DO NOT
REMOVE THE MACHINE’S COVER.
• You may clean the exterior of the
PF-3200 using a soft, damp cloth. Do not
use detergents or solvents as damage to
the machine may occur.
SAFETY MESSAGES IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SERVICE
CLEANING
The safety of you and others is very
important 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
Operator 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
PF-3200:
This safety message means that you
could be seriously hurt or killed if you
open the product and expose yourself to
hazardous voltage. NEVER remove the
machine’s outer cover. ALWAYS refer
service requirements to qualified GBC
Personnel.
• Use the PF-3200 Binder only for its
intended purpose of binding paper and
covers according to the indicated
specifications.
• Before operating the machine, make
certain that the PF-3200 is placed on a
secure, stable work area. This will help
prevent the machine from falling and
possibly causing personal injury and
damage.
• Retain this Operating Instructions
manual for later use.
CAUTION: IN CASE OF
EMERGENCY, USE THE POWER
CORD AS A MAIN DISCONNECT.
• The PF-3200 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
PF-3200. It was provided for your safety.
• Unplug the PF-3200 before moving the
machine or whenever the machine is not
in use for an extended period of time.
• Do not operate the PF-3200 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 if
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.
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(THE FOLLOWING NOTE APPLIES ONLY
TO THE UNITS RATED 115V 60HZ.)
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 TO OPERATE
THE EQUIPMENT.
This Class Adigital apparatus meets all
requirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations.
By purchasing the PF-3200, you have
invested in a highly capable binding
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 PF-3200
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
time and labor would result from every
normal maintenance or repair service call.
An EMA for your PF-3200 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, contact
your local GBC Branch Office or contact:
General Binding Corporation
500 Bond Street
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Or Call: 1-800-790-7787
(THE FOLLOWING NOTE APPLIES ONLY
TO THE UNITS RATED 220V 50HZ.)
CAUTION: WHEN CHOOSING A
DETACHABLE LINE CORD FOR
USE WITH YOUR PF-3200,
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 THATDO NOT MEET THE
FOLLOWING MINIMUM ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS.
PLUG: 3 ampere, 250 volts, 50/60 Hz,
Class 1, 3 conductor, European safety
approved.
CORDAGE: Type H03VV-F3G0.75,
Harmonized ( < HAR > ). The “< >”
symbols 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.
MAIN CORDSET SELECTION FCC NOTE EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: PF-3200 has
implemented secondary
thermostat to prevent the glue
tank temperature from going over
392°F (200°C). When it occurs, the
power of PF-3200 will be automatically
turned off. You have to wait for the glue
tank to cool down before you can
restart the machine. If this problem
occurs again, call your authorized
dealer for service.
In case of EMERGENCY:
1.Press the “EMERGENCY” button when
you encounter a problem during
operation or bookbinding. This will shut
down all the actions of PF-3200, which
include the stations and motors.
Meanwhile, the LED DISPLAYof the
control panel will display and flash the
“STOP” symbol.
2. Correct the problem. Then turn the
“EMERGENCY” stop button to the right
in order to reset the machine. The
“START” LED will be lit.
Note: You can use “OPEN” and
“CLOSE” buttons to open or close the
clamp at this time.
3.This will clear the problem on your
PF-3200. Press the “START” button to
restart your PF-3200. The LED display
of the control panel will display and flash
“LOAD BOOK”.
Note: A. If you receive an error
(ERR=Lx), please refer to the
Appendix and follow the step
1 to 3 to reset your PF-3200.
B.Call for service if the error
message is still there.
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Figure 1
EMERGENCY
EMERGENCY
RESET
STAND BY
CLEAR
COUNTER
START
OPEN
CLOSE
NOTCH
FUNCTION
READY
MANUAL
AUTO
PAD
STOP
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2
3
1
5
6
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Model PF-3200 Perfect Binder
Maximum Book Size 12.6" x 15.75" (320mm x 400mm)
Minimum Book Size 3.15" x 1.97" (80mm x 50mm)
Maximum Binding Thickness 1.6" (40mm)
Glue Warm Up 25 minutes (varies depending upon glue type)
Glue Warm Up in Stand-by Mode 5 minutes
Cycle Speed 360 cycles per hour
Production Speed Up to 200 books per hour
Power Source 110V, 60 Hz (Option: 220V, 50 Hz)
Power Consumption 10 Amps.
Machine Weight 255 LBS (116 Kg)
Machine Dimension 46"(L) x 22"(W) x 15"(H) (1150x560x370mm)
SPECIFICATIONS
Name Specification Quality
Cover-Sheet Holder 1
Bottom Cover 1
Screw Driver 6" (150mm) 1
Hex Wrench 0.16" (4mm) 1
Hex Wrench 0.24" (6mm) 1
ACCESSORIES
*Having unpacked your PF-3200, you will find the accessories as follows:
Physical Properties:
Appearance/Form: Opaque clear/Chips
Working Temperature: 320°F (160°C)
Working Glue Viscosity: 1,800 CPS @ 320°F (160°C)
ADHESIVE (Part#1725011: Available in 10 lbs. boxes)
MAIN ASSEMBLIES (Fig. 1)
1.NIPPING STATION
2.GLUE TANK
3.NOTCHING STATION
4.CLAMP STATION
5.CONTROL PANEL
6.NIPPING PRESSURE CONTROL
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INSTALLATION
Note: You must remove the three red
shipping brackets before installing
your PF-3200.
The procedures for installation:
Step 1:
Remove the red shipping bracket
located on the left side of the clamp
station as shown. Then reinstall the
screws in clamp station.
Step 2:
Remove two red shipping brackets that
are located around the nipping station
as shown.
Step 3:
Slide in the glue draining tray
underneath the glue tank as shown.
Step 4:
Place your PF-3200 on a safe, firm and
solid table. Then mount the cover-sheet
holder to the right side of the machine
as shown.
Step 1.
Step 2.
Step 3.
Step 4.
Figure 2
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