MBM Corporation F45N User Manual

OPERATION MANUAL

For

Paper Folders MBM 306A & F-45N

A PRODUCT OF

MBM

CORPORATION

The Leader in Paper Handling Equipment

1-800-223-2508

www.mbmcorp.com

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Safety Instructions

endangering situation that may occur.

wer plug out of or put it in the electric outlet using a wet hand.

Definition of Symbols and Notes
In this manual following names and signs stand for possible dangers.

Danger

This Symbol stands for immediate danger threatening the life and health
of persons. Disregarding these instructions may cause severe damage to
health and even serious injuries.

Caution

This symbol stands for an
Disregarding these instructions may lead to slight injuries or damage to
property.

Note

This symbol stands for notes, operational hints and other useful
information. They are convenient for exploiting the machine’s
functional abilities.

Danger

Make sure that the machine is electrically grounded. This prevents an electric shock
when there is a leak of electricity.

Use the machine at 110 VAC with a frequency of 60Hz. A fire may start or the
machine may break down if a higher or lower voltage is used, or if an electric current
with a frequency that is not within the range of frequency stated above.

Do not place any object on this machine. A fire may start or electricity may leak if water
or a foreign object enters inside the machine.

Handle the power cord with care. A fire may start or an electric shock may be caused if
the cord is damaged, broken, or processed, if a heavy object is placed on the cord, or if the
cord is bent forcibly.

Do not pull the po
Otherwise, an electric shock may be caused.

Do not remove the cover of this machine. Otherwise, an electric shock or injury may be
caused.

Do not remodel this machine. Otherwise, a fire may break out or an electric shock may be
caused.

If the machine is used when it is in an abnormal condition, such as generating heat,
emitting smoke, and giving out a strange smell, a fire may break out or an electric shock
may be caused. Turn off the power switch immediately and then pull the

Power plug out of the electric outlet. Afterward, consult with your dealer.
If abnormalities such as the power cord generating heat and giving out a strange smell are

found, turn off the power switch immediately and then pull the power plug out of the
electric outlet. Afterward, consult your dealer.

If a foreign object enters into the machine, turn off the power switch first and then pull the
power plug out of the electric outlet. Afterward, consult your deal er.

If thunder approaches, pull the power cord out of the electric outlet to prevent a fire or
breakdown caused by the falling of a thunderbolt.

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Caution

Do not put the machine on an unstable place such as a shaky stand and a slant floor.

t first when moving this machine.

Do not let hairs, a necktie, or necklace hang above the drive of the machine. Doing so
may cause an injury.

Doing so may cause the machine to drop or fall down, causing an injury.
Do not put the machine in a moist or dusty place. Doing so may start a fire or cause

an electric shock.
Be sure to pull out the power cord while holding the plug. If the power plug is pulled

out while holding the cord, a fire may break out or an electric shock may be caused.
Be sure to pull the power plug out of the electric outle

Otherwise, the cord may be damaged, causing a fire or an electric shock.
Be sure to pull the power plug out of the electric outlet for safety purposes when this

machine is not used for consecutive holidays or for other reasons.

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Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing the Paper Folder 306A/F-45N. This machine
enables users to achieve greater efficiency in clerical work by releasing them from
paper-folding work that has manually been performed in the past. Please read this
Operation Manual carefully before using this machine.

This Operation Manual is good for both 306A/F-45N.
The explanation for functions of 306A is mentioned using italic type letters.

Contents

Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................1

Introduction........................................................................................................................3

Contents .............................................................................................................................3

(1) Specification .................................................................................................................4

(2) Accessories...................................................................................................................5

(3) Part Names...................................................................................................................6

(4) Designation and Functions of Operation Panel............................................................7

(5) Indication of the Counter .............................................................................................8

(A) Addition Counting...............................................................................................8

(B) Batch Counting....................................................................................................8

(6) Set -Up .........................................................................................................................9

(7) Directions on Use ....................................................................................................... 11

(A) Standard Folding of Standard-size Paper .......................................................... 11

(B) Manually Setting Standard Folding of Non -Standard-size Paper .....................13

(C) Cross Folding ....................................................................................................15

(8) Adjustments ................................................................................................................ 16

(A) Skew Adjustments ............................................................................................. 16

(B) Fine Adjustments...............................................................................................16

Fine Adjustments for Table 1 ............................................................................... 17

Fine Adjustments for Table 2 ............................................................................... 18

(9) Storage........................................................................................................................19

(A) Memory.............................................................................................................19

(B) Cancellation of Memory....................................................................................20

(C) Cancellation of Total Memory...........................................................................20

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(1) Specifications

Model: 306A/F-45N
Paper sizes: 3.5 ” x 5.0” to 11 ” x 17”

3.5 ” X 5.0” size is for SINGLE fold only.
5 ” x 7.2” size cannot be folded into GATE.

Paper weight: 45 to 105g/m2 (up to 152g/m2 for single fold) 14 to 70 lb bond
Paper quality:

Fold types:

Fold dimensions:

Paper feed system: Three-roller friction feed system
Maximum capacity: 500 sheets (20 lb bond)

Folding speed: 3700 to 11520 sheets per hour (single fold using Letter size paper)
Control system: Automatic setting by a built-in microcomputer
Additional functions: Skew correction device

Noise 80dB
Power consumption: 75W, 0.7A
Power source: 110-120 VAC/60Hz
Dimensions:

Net weight: 74 lb Shipping Weight: 86 lb
Option: Perforator table assembly with a 2-mm or 4-mm perforation cutter

Woody paper, high-quality paper, high-quality paper for stencil printing,
medium-quality paper

Single, gate, letter, zigzag, double parallel, and fold-out.
In addition, irregular folding and cross folding using double fold are
available.

Maximum fold dimensions
Table 1: 12.6 ” (zigzag, double parallel, and fold-out)
Table 2: 8.5” (single, gate, and letter)

Minimum fold dimensions
Table 1: 2.0” (gate a nd letter)
Table 2: 1.6” (single, zigzag, double parallel, and fold-out)

Paper jam detector
Four-digit counter with addition/subtraction modes
Automatic paper size detector (Letter, Legal & Ledger sizes)
Memory function : 6 kinds
Auxiliary paper guide for cross fold

Perforating Option

34.25” × 20.9” × 20.5” (during use)
26” × 20.9” × 20.5” (during storage)

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(2) Accessories

Make sure that the following accessories are included in the package after opening it.
Contact your dealer immediately if there are missing accessories.

Accessories Number Figure

Table 1 1

Table 2 1

Power cord 1

Paper support feed guide

(right and left)

Machine cover 1

Operation Manual 1

Paper Eject Roller 1

Right 1

Left 1

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(3) Part Names

Number Name Number Name

1 Roller cover 11 Paper feed table
2 Left side cover 12 Table 2

3 Paper feed roller 13 Right side cover
4 Paper guide 14 Paper feed table lever (306A only)
5 Auxiliary feed table 15 Table 1 socket
6 Paper eject roller 16 Table 2 socket
7 Paper ejection table 17 Power switch
8 Stopper fine adjustment knob 18 Inlet
9 Table 1 19 Circuit breaker

10 Control panel

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