MBM Corporation iCREASE AIR User Manual

6-2013

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icreaseAIR Digital Creaser

Operators Manual

Version 3.0

800-223-2508

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION…………………………………………………………………………2

NOTES……………………………………………………………………………………………………..3

SETTING UP YOUR icreaseAIR………………………………………………………………………..4

Delivery Tray Assembly…………………………………………………………………………….4

Paper Stop Assemblies………………………………………………………………………….….5
MACHINE CONTROLS ………………………………………………………………………………………….6

PUMP CONTROLS……..............................................................................................6

PULSED FEED CONTROLS……………...…………………………………………………………………….7

TOUCH SCREEN CONTROLLE R..........................………………………………………………….8

Perf Mode..........................……………………………………………….………9

Feeder Mode........................ ..............…………………………….……...10

Crease Mode...................………………………………………….…….………10

Transport and Vacuum Operation Controls……………………………………………….………11

Programming for Crease Mod e.....………..…….........…...............................……12

Half Fold.....................................................................................12

Tri-fold................................................................................……12

Z Fold........................................................................................12

Letter Fold..................................................................................12

Roll Fold.....................................................................................12

Gate Fold....................................................................................13

Double Gate..................................... .... ......... ........ .... ...................13

Double Parallel..............................................................................13

Perfect Bind Double Hinge..............................................................13

Perfect Bind Single Hinge.......................... ....... ..............................14

Perfect Bind No Hinge............................... ....... ..............................14

Custom Crease Setups...................................................................14

Saving/Recalling Custom Jobs..........................................................15

Micro Adjusting the Crease Position...................................................15

Batch Counter..........…………………………………………………………………..16

FEED TABLE ASSEMBLY………………………………………………………………………………….17

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

Adjusting Feed Rails………..……………………………………………….………18
Setting the Automatic Feeder…………………………………………………….19
Squaring the Feed Rails…………………………………………………………….19

Micro Skew Adjustment …………………………………………………………..19
Height Adjustment Caliper.………………………………………………….……20
Loading the Feeder.…………………………………………………………………21

Checking the Sensor…………………………………….……..............…..........……22

Perf Shaft & Strike Plate……………………………………………………………22

Removing the Perf Shaft to Change Configurations………………………23

ROTARY PERF & SCORE ASSEMBLY…………………………………………………………..24-27

Component Identification………………………………………………………….27

Perforation & Scoring Assemblies……………………………………………….27

Gripper Wheel Perf Score Mounting……………………………………………28

Folding Direction of Paper…………………………………………………………28

System (Rotary Actuated Creasing) Assembly……………………………………….29

RAC

Component Identification……………………………………………….………..29

Adjusting RAC rollers (depth of crease)…………………………………….. 30

Changing Lower Crease Die……………………………………………………... 30

TROUBLESHOOTING………………………………………………………………………………………..… 31

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power Requirement: 110v, 60 HZ, AC, or International 230v, 50/60HZ, AC
20 amp line required for models with pump
Circuit Protection: 3 AMP Circuit Breaker, 3 AMP Fuse

NOTE: Older buildings, overloaded lines, and bad grounds can affect the
operation of your IcreaseAIR. A regulated dedicated line is recommended.
Operating the machine through a power strip is not recommended.

OPERATING SPEEDS

MODE 8.5 X 11 Sheet(est)

Perf Mode 12,000
Crease Mode 5500

SPECIFICATIONS

Net Weight: icreaseAIR…………………………………………………..350 lbs
Overall Dimensions: …………………………………………………………………..32”Lx27”Wx26”D
Boxed Dimensions: …………………………………………………………………48”Lx48”Wx52”H
Min. Sheet Size: ………………………………………………………………..5”x5”
Max. Sheet Size: …………………………………………………………………18”x20”

NOTE: The icreaseAIR is capable o f handl ing 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. Ho w ever, the performance of the icreaseAIR on these
special applicatio ns is directly related to the expe rience o f the operator.

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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 splitt i ng 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 top 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 icreaseAIR is a preci sion machine. It is very important to keep it free of excessiv e
dust, dirt and foreign matter. We recommend that you keep the machine
when not in use.

BEARINGS/BUSHINGS: The bearing s ar e sealed roller b eari ng s 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 oil them daily under heavy use or monthly under light
use. The Bushings are Bronze and require lubrication more frequently. Oil these once a
week 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 lower reflector tape located on the plate under the strike plate
of the machine. Dust will cause the beam to not reflect correctly. Clean when
necessary.

REMOVEABLE SCREWS: When these show s i gns 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 icreaseAIR clean and in top condition, it will give you years of service.

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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

Air Feed Table Assembly

Delivery Tray

Pump with
Vacuum Valve

Perf and Score Assemblies

Crease Bar

Paper Stop

Touch Screen Pg. 8

Feed Rail Assembly

Touch Screen

Power Switch

REFERENCES

Feed Table Assemb l y Pg. 17
Delivery Tray Pg. 4
Pump with Vacuum Valve Pg. 6,7
Perf and Score Assemblies Pg. 24-27
Crease Bar Pg. 29

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NOTES:

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icreaseAIR

Install on top of the first

Tuck Lip up as shown

SETTING UP YOUR icreaseAIR

This machine is 99% ready to go when it arrives on your dock. There are only a few
items that need to be put into position before it is ready to use. Those 2 items are
below:

DELIVERY TRAY ASSEMBLY

INSTALLING THE DELIVERY TRAY

Position the tray to slide it under the dowel pins and rest it on the lower dowel pins.

Upper Position shown below

dowel pin and under the
second.

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PAPER STOP ASSEMBLIES

INSTALLING THE PAPER STOPS

There are 3 different paper stops. 2 will have bends and 1 will be straight. The straight
paper stop is the rear or back paper stop. The other 2 are the right and left paper stop
and should be positioned as shown below. They hold their position using a magnet
which makes it easy for adjustment. The positions for the paper stops will change for
each individual job. If the paper stops are set to close the paper will hit them as it exits
the machine and will cause a paper jam. If they are set too loose the paper will stack in
an unorganized manner. Getting the position correct is imperative to smooth operation
of the machine.

Now that the Machine is setup, let's learn how to use the machine. The
sections below will guide you through the operation of the machine.

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MACHINE CONTROLS

There is one switch on the icreaseAIR the main power. Everything else is controlled by
the Touch Screen.

MAIN POWER

On the operator side cover at the top o n the r i ght side is the main power button . This
is the on and off power for the machine. When pressed it will illuminate. This is how
you know the machine is on. Do not leave the machine on when not in use.

PUMP CONTROLS

The pump is controlled by the touch screen. Pressing t he run butto n the pump is
powered on. Use the knobs on the pump (pictured below right) to control the output of
the pressure and vacuum. As illustrated on the knobs you can control the suction and
the blow affecting the stock. Use care to not remove the pump knobs completely as they
have a directional specific spring for each knob. Depending on t he stock you are using
you will adjust these knobs to ensure proper feeding. The suction can be adjusted as
well as the vacuum pickup point to ensure enough suction to pull the bottom sheet. The
pressure will “fluff” the stack along the rails and make it easier to pull the bottom sheet
as well.

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PULSED FEED CONTROLS

The feed button is the control of a pulsed suctio n valve that allows the machine to fully
control the feed of the paper. This mode of operations is a much more consistent way
to run the machine. While the output speed is slower the end result is much more user
friendly feed. To use the pulse suction press the FEED button on t he Touch Screen.
When using the pulsed feed it is very important that the proximity sensor is adjusted
correctly. See the images below to identify the pulse senso r and position it needs to be
in.

Note: Make sure nothing is below the proximity sensor and it is
positioned between the sheet metal and perf shaft. If this position is
not correct the pulse feed will not work and the suction valve will stay
off.

Air Valve Assembly

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TOUCH SCREEN CONTROLLER

icreaseAIR

THE TOUCH SCREEN CONSISTS OF FOUR SECTIONS:

1. MBM Logo and Service Access

2. P erf Mode
3 . Feeder Mode

4. Crease mode

Touch Screen Operation

When the machine is turned on the display may take up to 7 seconds for the home
screen to display. There is a screen saver that will turn the display off if the machine is
not touched within 30 minutes. The power light will stay illuminated letting you know
the machine is still on.

MBM logo and Service Access

If the logo is pressed a password screen is displayed. This is for factory and service
access only. This Screen is for internal use only. The password is not given out.

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