Panduit PES400 Operation Manual

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PES400

PA28981A01

Rev. 01 4-2018

PORTABLE EMBOSSING SYSTEM

OPERATION MANUAL

Email:

ga-techsupport@panduit.com

EU Website:

www.panduit.com/emea

EU Email:

emeatoolservicecenter

@panduit.com

www.panduit.com

US & Canada Technical Support:

Tel: 1-866-871-4571

Panduit Europe

EMEA Service Center

Almelo, Netherlands Tel: +31-546-580-452

Fax: +31-546-580-441

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Table of contents

1. SETUP and INSTALLATION GUIDE ................................................................................................................ 1

1.1 Unpacking .............................................................................................................................. 1

1.2 Checking the Accessories ................................................................................................... 1

1.3 Connecting Communication Cables ................................................................................... 3

1.4 Install Software for the USB to Serial Adapter .................................................................. 4

1.4.1 System Requirements ........................................................................................................ 4

1.4.2 Install Software for the USB to Serial Adapter (XP, Vista, 2000) .................................... 4

1.4.3 Windows 7, 8 and 10 ........................................................................................................... 5

1.5 Install External Hopper ......................................................................................................... 5

1.6 Easy-Mark Plus™ Software Installation ............................................................................. 5

2. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................ 7

3. SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................... 12

3.1 Electrical Specification....................................................................................................... 12

3.1.1 Equipment Classification and Standard R eference...................................................... 12

3.1.2 Working Condition ........................................................................................................... 12

3.1.3 Dimensions and Weight .................................................................................................. 12

3.1.4 Production Capacity ........................................................................................................ 13

3.2 Safety Regulations and Operating Precautions .............................................................. 14

4. MACHINE SETUP FOR PRODUCING PLATES .......................................................................................... 16

4.1 Quick Start Steps for Changing Plate Sizes and Embossi n g ........................................ 16

4.2 Detailed Setup Instructions ............................................................................................... 18

4.2.1 Remove Top Clamp ........................................................................................................... 18

4.2.2 Remove Top Weights ........................................................................................................ 18

4.2.3 Remove Plates ................................................................................................................... 18

4.2.4 Move RH Side Wall ............................................................................................................ 18

4.2.5 Plate Support Block Changeover .................................................................................... 19

4.2.6 Install Top Clamp .............................................................................................................. 23

4.2.7. Gate Height Adjustment .................................................................................................. 23

4.2.8. Guide Rail Adjustment .................................................................................................... 26

4.2.9 Loading Marker Plates ...................................................................................................... 28

4.2.10 Side Eject Guide Plate Adjustment: .............................................................................. 28

4.2.11 External Hopper Adjustment ......................................................................................... 29

4.2.12 Turn on PES400 .............................................................................................................. 31

4.2.13 Open and use Panduit Easy-Mark Plus™ software..................................................... 31

4.2.14 Embossing Plates ........................................................................................................... 34

4.2.15 Changing Plate Formats ................................................................................................ 35

4.3 Embossing Force Adjustment ........................................................................................... 35

5. Error Codes .................................................................................................................................................. 38

5.1 PES400 Display ................................................................................................................... 38

5.2 Easy-Mark Plus™ Errors .................................................................................................... 41

6. TROUBLE SHOOTING ................................................................................................................................. 42

7. GENERAL MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................... 43

8. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FOR PES400 .................................................................... 44

9. CONTACT INFORMATION • For Technical Support: .............................................................................. 46

NOTE: In the interest of higher quality and value, Panduit products are continually being improved and updated. Consequently, pictures may vary from the enclosed product.

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CAUTION! HEAVY OBJECT

210 lbs. (95 Kg).

• Unscrew the side

• Remove the

• Unscrew the

• Extract the machine

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1. SETUP and INSTALLATION GUIDE

1.1 Unpacking

CAUTION

FOUR PERSON LIFT REQUIRED

THE MACHINE & CRATE WEIGHS 210 lbs. (95 Kg). The Dimensions are: 33” (830 mm) X 29” (730 mm) X 24” (600 mm).

• The PES400 system is delivered in a wooden case.

• Insure that facility doors, lifts, hoists, etc. are adequately sized to handle the crate and

machine when selecting an installation site.

Dismantle the case, with the following procedure:

All movement of the machine and crate should be done by a forklift; or by at least four persons, as the gross weight is approx.

upper screws to remove the top cover.

bottom screws to remove the side cover.

It is advisable to keep the box, the pallet and the protective materials for possible reuse.

NOTE: In addition to the machine, the components shown and listed below are included

with the PES400.

1.2 Checking the Accessories

Before installing the machine, check that all the accessories are present and that none have been damaged during transport. If any single element has been damaged the general operation o f the machine can be compromised. The following items are supplied with the Embosser:

accessories: cables, documentation, etc.

• Remove the top polyurethane shell.

from the botto m polyurethane shell (using at least four persons).

• Remove the plastic wrap from machine.

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1 USB FLASH DRIVE WITH EASY-MARK

MANUAL

1 EXTERNAL HOPPER WITH MULTIPLE

INSERTS

3 COMBINATION WRENCHES (13mm,

7mm & 5mm)

2 SHORT PLATE WEIGHTS

1 WIDE PLATE WEIGHT 1 NARROW PLATE WEIGHT

1 RS232 TO USB ADAPTER SERIAL

PORT CABLE

1 ALLEN WRENCH (2.5mm)

TEST PLATES

2 MACHINE COVER KEYS

POWER CORD FOR 220V

3 GUIDE RAIL SIZING BLOCKS:

1 FOR NARROW PLATES

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ACCESSORIES (ITEMS INCLUDED WI T H EMBOSSER)

# DESCRIPTION # DESCRIPTION

1 SOFT SIDED CASE

WIDTH INSERT; AND SMALL PL ATE

1 SERIAL CABLE, 9-25 PIN

1 EXTRA WIDE PLATE WEIGHT SHORT AND LONG PLATE SUPPORT

BLOCKS GATE HEIGHT GAUGE SET

POWER CORD FOR 110V

2 KEYS FOR TECHNICAL SERVICE

SHORT AND LONG LOADER TOP

CLAMP

1 MEDIUM PLATE WEIGHT

PLUS SOFTWARE AND OPERATION

USE

1 FOR WIDE PLATES, 1 FOR MEDIUM PLATES

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1.3 Connecting Communication Cables

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1. Safety Lock Safety Lock is only to be used when the machine is being serviced by a qualified professional. Machine is defaulted to protective mode disabling operation when front cover is open.

2. Serial Cable Connect the Serial Cable between the machine and the computer serial port (no driver needed) or USB to serial cable. Connection is limited to 9.8 feet (3 meters) max. in length.

3. USB/Serial Cable Connect between Serial Cable and computer USB port. Driver needed for USB to serial port.

4. AC Connect the AC cable to the rear input of the machine and to the proper AC source. Be sure to verify the power required.

WARNINGS AND ADVICE DURING INSTALLATION

WARNING! To avoid electric shock the power plate protective grounding conductor must be connected to a ground circuit that conforms to the National Standard.

AVERTISSEMENT! Pour éviter les risques de décharge électrique, le conducteur de protection de la plaque d’alimentation doit être connecté à un circuit de mise à la terre conforme à la norme nationale.

WARNING! Remember to connect the serial cable to the machine while it is switched off to avoid damaging the circuits.

AVERTISSEMENT! Il est important d’éteindre la machine avant d’y connecter le câble série afin d’éviter d’endommager les circuits.

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• The Identification Label attached to the rear panel contains information about the

• Before switching the machine on, be sure that all the cables have been connected

• The label layout is as follows:

Model: PES400

Type: Embossing Machine

Volt: 100 – 240 VAC

Hz: 50/60

Imax: 5.6 A

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serial number, the type of machine, the necessary power supply and maximum current.

correctly and that the local power supply corresponds to that stated on the label.

S/N: Serial Number

Mfg.: Manufacture Date

Fuse rating: 2x – T5A 250VAC

1.4 Install Software for the USB to Serial Adapter

1.4.1 System Requirements

• Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Vista, Windows 2000 SP4 or Windows

• USB to Serial DB9 adapter

• Computer with available USB ports

1.4.2 Install Software for the USB to Serial Adapter (XP, Vist a, 20 00)

a. Insert the Flash Drive that came with the PES400 into the USB port on the b. If the auto start runs the installation go to Step 6, if not continue.

c. Click on the My Computer icon, either on the desktop or click Start and then d. Double-click on the icon for the Flash Drive to display the files.

e. Find the Autorun.exe or Setup.exe file and double-click on it. f. Select the option to install the USB to Serial Adapter you have with the

g. Connect the USB to serial cable to serial cable from embosser and USB port

XP SP2.

target computer.

My Computer.

Windows version you are running. on computer. Reboot if prompted to reboot.

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1.5 Install External Hopper

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1.4.3 Windows 7, 8 and 10

a. Connect the USB to serial cable to serial cable from embosser and USB port

on computer.

b. Operating system will automatically download the driver.

1. Use the 2 screws provided to mount external hopper. Place the screw heads to the outside, nuts and washers to the inside of the embosser.

2. Slide hopper back and forth on screws to line up divider in 0.75” (19mm) slot, see [Figure 24], with side eject guide plate @ 0.75” (19mm) see [Figure 23].

3. Tighten screws to lock hopper position.

1.6 Easy-Mark Plus™ Soft w a re Installation

***Version 1.2 or higher is required to operate the PES400 Embossing System*** SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

- Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 9, or 10

- 32 or 64 bit operating systems

- Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0 or higher

- 300MB of hard drive space and 2 GB of Memory

- USB port

- Mouse or compatible pointing device

- Keyboard

Perform the following steps to install the Easy-Mark Plus™ labeling software:

1. Insert the provided USB Flash Drive into an available USB port on the destination PC. NOTE: DO NOT remove the label from USB drive.

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When the installation is completed you will see the Easy-Mark Plus™ icon on your desktop and the new Panduit “Easy-Mark Plus” folder in the Start-Programs list.

NOTE: Save the Flash Drive packaging, as it contains the Serial number, which

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2. Using Windows Explorer, navigate to the folder “Removable Disk X:\Easy-Mark Plus” (substituting the “X” with the assigned letter of the USB drive).

3. In the folder, double-click on the program Easy-Mark Plus_setup.exe.

4. When prompted, select your preferred language for installation instructions, and click ‘OK’ to proceed.

5. Follow the prompts in the on-screen installation guide, to finish the installation.

will be required for activation.

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2. INTRODUCTION

The Panduit PES400 is an automatic embossing system for metal marker plates. It is computer operated and runs with Panduit Easy-Mark Plus™ software. (e.g.: PC compatible).

The PES400 has the following characters available in two sizes (3mm and 5mm font):

A through Z, numbers 0 through 9, and special characters: @ # % & * ( ) - + : , . / ’

The Panduit PES400 machine stamps exclusively the Panduit Metal Marker Plates and Tags shown below. Visit www.panduit.com

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for the latest information.

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3mm Font: 20 Characters

Max. per line, 8 lines max.

5mm Font: 14 Characters

Max. per line, 8 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .015” - .016”

3mm Font: 20 Characters

Max. per line, 9 lines max.

5mm Font: 14 Characters

Max. per line, 9 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .015”-.016”

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MMP337W53-MAL-4

(.38mm-.40mm)

Material: ALUM

MMP337W71-MAL-3

(.38mm-.40mm)

Material: ALUM

MMP172-M / M316

3mm Font: 12 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

5mm Font: 8 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .010” (.25mm)

Material: 304 / 316

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MMP172W38-M / M316 3mm Font: 8 Characters

Max. per line, 1 line max.

5mm Font: 6 Characters

Max. per line, 1 line max.

Plate Thickness: .010” (.25mm)

Material: 304 / 316

MT172W38-M

3mm Font: 12 Characters

Max. per line, 1 line max.

5mm Font: 8 Characters

Max. per line, 1 line max.

Plate Thickness: .010” (.25mm)

Material: 304

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MT172-M / M316

3mm Font: 12 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

5mm Font: 8 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .010” (.25mm)

Material: 304 / 316

MMP350W38-M / M31 6

3mm Font: 25 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

5mm Font: 18 Characters

Max. per line, 1 line max.

Plate Thickness: .010” (.25mm)

Material: 304 / 316

MMP350-M / M316

3mm Font: 25 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

5mm Font: 18 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .010” (.25mm)

Material: 304 / 316

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MMP350H-M / M316

3mm Font: 22 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

5mm Font: 16 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .010” (.25mm)

Material: 304 / 316

MT350W38-M316

3mm Font: 29 Characters

Max. per line, 1 line max.

5mm Font: 20 Characters

Max. per line, 1 line max.

Plate Thickness: .010” (.25mm)

Material: 316

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MT350-M / M316

3mm Font: 29 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

5mm Font: 20 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .010” (.25mm)

Material: 304 / 316

MMP350HW54-MAL

3mm Font: 22 Characters

Max. per line, 2 lines max.

5mm Font: 16 Characters

Max. per line, 2 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .012” (.30mm)

Material: ALUM

MMP350H-MAL

3mm Font: 22 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

5mm Font: 16 Characters

Max. per line, 3 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .012” (.30mm)

Material: ALUM

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3mm Font: 25 Characters

Max. per line, 7 lines max.

5mm Font: 18 Characters

Max. per line, 7 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .015”-.016”

3mm Font: 29 Characters

Max. per line, 7 lines max.

5mm Font: 20 Characters

Max. per line, 7 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .015”-.016”

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MMP350W17-M

(.38mm-.40mm)

Material: 304

MT350W17-M

(.38mm-.40mm)

Material: 304

MT350W17-D-4HL

3mm Font: 25 Characters

Max. per line, 7 lines max.

5mm Font: 18 Characters

Max. per line, 7 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .015”-.016”

(.38mm-.40mm)

Material: 304

NCMP350W54T20-AL

3mm Font: 22 Characters

Max. per line, 2 lines max.

5mm Font: 16 Characters

Max. per line, 2 lines max.

Plate Thickness: .020” (.50mm)

Material: ALUM

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Power Supply 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz

5.6 A max.

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Listings in ( ) are metric.

Operating

Temperature

+50° to +104° F (+10° to +40° C)

Relative

Humidity

20% to 85%

Storing

Temperature

+32° to +122° F (0° to +50° C)

PES400

Listings in ( ) are metric.

Height

16.5” (42cm)

Width

35.8” (91cm)

Depth

23.6” (60cm)

Weight [Net]

155 lbs. (70 Kg)

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3. SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

3.1 Electrical Specification

PES400

Use only properly rated supplied cords by Panduit. Install only per National Regional Electrical Codes and Standards.

3.1.1 Equipment Classification and Standard Reference

CISPR 32:2015 COR 1:2016, Class A AS/NZS CISPR 32:2015, Class A - Electromagnetic Compatibility Of Multimedia Equipment - Emission R equirements FCC 47 CFR, Part 15:2017, §15.107 and §15.109, Class A, test method: ANSI C63.4-2014 - Radio Frequency Devices ICES-003, Issue 6:2016 - Information Technology Equipment (Including Digital Apparatus) – Limits and Methods of Measurement

KN 61000-6-4:2012 KN 61000-6-2:2012 KN 61000-3-3:2014 KN 61000-3-2:2012

IEC 60950-1:2005 (Second Edition) + Am 1:2009 + Am 2:2013 UL STD 60950-1:2007 Ed.2 +R:14Oct2014 - Information Technology Equipment Safety - Part 1: General Requirements CSA STD C22.2#60950-1-07:2007 Ed.2 - Information Technology Equipment Safety - Part 1: General Requirements (R2016)

3.1.2 Working Condition

3.1.3 Dimensions and Weight

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Loader Capacity

Capacity 200 Plates (0.5mm Plate Thickness)

External Hopper Capacity

3.1.4 Production Capacity

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Capacity 100 Plates

Plate Production Rate

350 Plates per hour, 40 Character Plate

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• The machine should be used in a closed room protected from dust and excessive

autres machines et des postes de travail pour assurer un accès immédiat en cas d’urgence, d’entretien ou de réparation.

•

neighborhood of other operating machines which

• The machine is furnished with special safety guards which protect the operator from

those persons who are specialized in repairs and maintenance and who have been authorized should have access to the above mentioned parts. Simple general

si la machine est éteinte et que l’alimentation électrique est coupée.

•

ne est fabriquée en matériaux résistants au feu afin de réduire les risques

d’incendie. Elle est dotée d’une protection coupant immédiatement l’alimentation

circuits afin d’éviter l’absorption indésirable de courant

provenant de la ligne électrique extérieure.

•

3.2 Safety Regulations and Operating Precautions

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humidity. The machine should be posit ioned in s uc h a way that its d istanc e fr om t he wa lls , doors, windows, other machines or working positions guarantees immediate access in case of emergency, maintenance or repairs.

• La machine doit être ins tal lée d ans un l ocal fermé, à l’abr i de la pouss ière et de l’humidité

excessive. Elle doit être suffisamment éloig née des murs, des portes , des fenêtres, des

Do not install this machine in the produce dust since dus t can deposit itself inside the machine and cause damage to the internal electrical parts

• Ne pas installer cette machine à proximité d’autres machines en fonction qui produ isent

de la poussière : celle-ci peut se dépos er à l’intérieur de la machine et endommager les pièces électriques internes.

coming into contact with the mechanical and electrical parts inside the machine. Only

maintenance can be safe ly performed by the operator so long as th e machine has been stopped and the electrical power supply has been disconnected.

• La machine est équipée de dispositifs de sécurité spéciaux qui empêchent l’opérateur

d’entrer en contact avec les pièces mécaniques et électriques à l’ intérieur de la machine. Ces pièces ne doivent êtr e accessibles qu’aux personnes autorisées et spécialisées en réparation et en en tretien. L’o pérateur peut effectuer l’entretien gén éral en to ute sécur ité

The machine has been made with fir e resistant mater ials thus dim inishing the ris k of fire. Short circuit protection has been implemented so that the power supply is immediately isolated thus avoiding unwanted current absorption from the external power line.

• La machi électrique en cas de courts-

Do Not place liquids on the machine cover since it is not waterproof. It is particularly important to avoid high humidity conditions which wo uld add to the wear and c orrosion of the mechanical parts.

• Ne pas placer de liquides sur le couvercle de la machine, car il n’est pas étanche. Il est

essentiel d’éviter les conditions d’humidité é levée qui pourraient co ntribuer à l’usure et à la corrosion des pièces mécaniques.

The machine has labels that indicate any danger areas.

The meanings of these labels are explained below.

La machine est munie d’étiquettes identifiant toutes les zones de risque.

L’explication de ces étiquettes se trouve ci-dessous.

Panduit cannot be held responsible for the consequences of not abiding

by these safety rules when using the machine.

Therefore, in the case of breakdown, please call for Technical Assistance.

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Panduit ne saurait être tenu responsable des conséquences du non-respect

de ces règles de sécurité lors de l’utilisation de la machine.

Il est préférable, en cas de panne, de communiquer avec l’assistance technique.

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DO NOT REMOVE SAFETY GUARD

should be removed only by specialized and authorized technical

par des techniciens autorisés et

et toute blessure.

CAUTION: BE CAREFUL OF YOUR HANDS!

DANGER! HIGH VOLTAGE

l’alimentation.

ATTENTION! MOVING MACHINE COMPONENTS

des travaux d’entretien.

ATTENTION! DANGER

charger les plaques.

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UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES REMOVE OR MODIFY THE INTE RNAL COMPONENTS.

NE RETIRER NI MODIFIER EN AUCUN CAS LES COMPOSANT S INTERNES.

These safety guards persons who take care to adopt all security measures to avoid any risk of danger and injury.

NE PAS ENLEVER LES DISPOSITIFS DE SÉC UR ITÉ

Les dispositifs de sécurité ne doivent être retirés que spécialisés qui s’a ppliquen t à ad opter to utes les mesures de sécur ité afin d’éviter tout r isque

RISK OF BEING CRUSHED OR STRUCK

The machine, plus the wooden crate weighs 210 lbs. (95 Kg) and the net weight is 15 5 l b s. (70 K g) ; ther ef ore, al l lift ing s ho uld

be done with

MISE EN GARDE : PRENDRE GARDE À SES MAINS! RISQUE DE S’ÉCRASER OU SE COINCER LES DOIGTS

La machine et sa caisse en bois ont un poids total de 95 kg (210 lb) et la machine elle-même pèse 70 kg (155 lb); elle doit donc être déplacée par quatre personnes.

Do not perform any mai ntenance work while th e machine is connected t o the power supply. To replace a fuse or do internal maintenance, disconnect the power supply.

DANGER! HAUTE TENSION

Ne pas effectuer de travaux d’entretien lorsque la machine est connectée à l’alimentation électrique. Pour remplacer un fusible ou effectuer un entretien à l’intérieur, couper

four persons present.

If any maintenance work has to be done the technician must disconn ect the power supply and work on the machine only when it has been stopped.

ATTENTION! COMPOSANTS DE MACHINE EN MOUVEMENT

Le technicien doit éteindre la machine et couper l’alimentation électrique avant d’effectuer

The machine when at work has several moving units. Do not work on the inside of the machine. Do not remove the cover or guards except for the front cover which is used to load the plates.

ATTENTION! DANGER

Lorsqu’elle est en fonction, la machine comprend plusieurs unités en mouvement. Ne pas travailler à l’intérieur de la machine. Ne pas retirer le c ouvercle ou les dispositifs de sécurité, excepté le couvercle frontal pour

GROUNDED (EARTHED) CABLES

This symbol indicates that all the connected cables have been grounded (earthed).

CÂBLES MIS À LA TERRE

Ce symbole indique que tous les câbles connectés sont reliés à la terre.

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4. MACHINE SETUP FOR PRODUCING PLATES

*Easy-Mark Plus™ version 1.2 or higher, also located on the provided USB Drive, is required to operate the PES400 Embossing System.

4.1 Quick Start Steps for Changing Plate Sizes and Embossing

□ □ Remove the top clamp by loosening both thumbscrews. see [Figure 1] on [Page 18]. □ Remove the top weight(s) [Figure 1]. (For 1.72” (43mm) wide plates, complete Step 4.2.4

□ Remove any remaining plates. (For 1.72” (43mm) wide plates, complete Step 4.2.4 on

□ Loosen the right-hand side knob and slide the right-hand side wall to open the loader.

Unlock cover with cover key and open machine cover.

on [Page 18] first.)

[Page 18] first.)

[Figure 1 and Figure 5]

□ Change the Plate Support Block if needed, Step 4.2.5 on [Page 19] to determine correct

plate support block.

□ Put correct top clamp on and tighten. □ Adjust the Gate Height [Page 23]. □ Remove top clamp. □ Position Guide Rails [Page 26]. □ Load the plates [Page 28] with Easy Feed Humps up. □ Put the top weight on [Figure 20]. □ Put the top clamp back on and tighten. □ Align the back edge of Side Eject Guide Plate [Page 28]. □ Close machine cover. □ Adjust the insert of the external hopper to corresponding slot or use corresponding insert

[Figure 24] on [Page 30].

□ Turn on PES400 [Page 31]. □ Run Easy-Mark Plus [Page 31]. ***Version 1.2 or higher required*** □ Emboss one plate [Page 34] to review if embossing force adjustment [Page 35] is needed. □ If any error happens, check the Error Codes on [Page 38] to debug the issue.

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Hopper

Inserts

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Table 1 Accessories Table

NOTE: Dimensions in parentheses ( ) are mm.

Plates

Plate

Height

(in)

Guide Rail Size Block (Figure 16)

Plate

Width

(in)

Plate Support Block &

Top Clamp

Top

Weight

(Figure 20)

Divider

Position

and

MMMP350W38-M, MMP350W38-M316, MT350W38-M316

MMP172W38, MT172W38-M

MMP350HW54-MAL, NCMP35W54T20-AL

MMP350-M, MMP350-M316, MMP350H-M, MMP350H-M316, MMP350H-MAL, MT350-M

MMP172-M, MT172-M,

MMP350W17-M, MT350W17-M, MT350W17-D-4HL

MMP337W53-MAL-4, MMP337W71-MAL-3

.38”

(9.6)

.54”

(13.7)

.75” (19)

1.72” (43)

2.12” (54)

Narrow

Medium

Wide

None 1/16”

(1.6mm)

clearance

3.5” (89)

1.72” (43)

3.5” (89)

1.72” (43)

3.5” (89)

3.37” (86)

Long Narrow

Short Short

Long Medium

Long Wide

Short 2 Short

Long Extra-Wide

.38”

(9.6)

Divider

@ .75” (19),

using Insert .38” x 1.72”

(9.6 x 43)

.54”

(13.7)

.75” (19)

Use Insert

.75” x 1.72”

(19 x 43)

1.72” (43)

Not

Needed

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4.2 Detailed Setup Instructions

OPERATION MANUAL

4.2.1 Rem ove Top Clamp

Loosen thumbscrews at both ends of top clamp and slide clamp off loader.

4.2.2 Remove Top Weights

a. Lift the top weight out of the loader. b. For 1.72” (43mm) wide plates the weight is not accessible. Remove the weight

after moving the RH side wall in Step 4.2.4 [Figur e 5]. Note that 1.72” x 0.75” (43mm x 19mm) will have 2 identical weights.

4.2.3 Remove Plates

a. Remove any plates remaining in the loader and place in original packaging to

prevent damage. (For 1.72” (43mm) wide plates, complete Step 4.2.4 first)

4.2.4 Move RH Side Wall

a. Loosen RH Side Knob [Figure 1] and move right hand side wall out of the way

[Figure 5] by pushing on the bottom of the wall assembly.

Figure 1

3.5” (89mm) Plate width

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Figure 2

1.72" (43mm) Plate Width

4.2.5 Plate Support Block Changeover

a. Find the correct Plate Support Block from [Table 1], [Figure 3] and

[Figure 4], for the embossed marker plate.

b. Loosen RH Side Knob [Figure 1] and move right hand side wall out of the way

[Figure 5] by pushing on the bottom of the wall assembly.

c. Loosen thumbscrew underneath plate support block reaching through side

eject plate [Figur e 6].

d. For easier access, slide the plate support block right (from top side), then

remove thumbscrew with washer and Plate Support Block. e. Remove thumbscrew(s) from Plate Support Block to be inserted. f. Hold a thumbscrew in slot and align plate support block to the right of the guide

slot [Figure 7]. Insert thumbscrew into the bottom of the block, but do not

tighten fully [Figure 8]. g. Slide the block until snug against left gate, then tighten fully. h. Slide right hand side wall until it is snug against the support block and tighten

RH Side Knob. i. Ensure top of plate support block is level with side supports. [Figure 9] and

[Figure 10]

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Figure 3 Short Plate Support Block Installed

Figure 5 RH Side Wall moved out of the way

Figure 4 Long Plate Support Block Installed

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Figure 6 Reaching under loader to reach Long Plate Support Block thumbscrews

OPERATION MANUAL

Figure 7 Placing Thumbscrew

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Top Surfaces of Long Support Plate and Side

Figure 8 Aligning Plate Support Block

OPERATION MANUAL

Figure 9 Top surfaces of Short Support Plate and Side Rails aligned

Figure 10 Rails aligned

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OPERATION MANUAL

4.2.6 Install Top Clamp

a. Install top clamp between gates and Plate Height Guide Rails.

See Figure 11 below.

Figure 11 Top Clamp Placement

4.2.7. Gate Height Adjustment

a. Loosen the 4 gate screws by 3/4 turn (or until gate moves freely up and down).

Use 2.5 mm Allen wrench. [Figure 15] b. Insert feeler gauge matching recommended plate gate height, see [Table 2];

under both feet of gate [Figure 12], [Figure 13] and [Figure 14]. c. Firm ly press gate down onto gauge so both feet are level [Figure 15] while

tightening gate screws to snug (15 in-lbs). d. Ensure gate brush is in proper location. The bottom of the gate brush should

lightly touch the top of the side rails. e. Check correct gate height by re-inserting the gauge under both feet. The gauge

used should go in. f. Then attempt to insert the gauge .001” (.025mm) larger than maximum of

working range. The larger gauge should not fit. g. Repeat with the other gate.

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MMP172W38-M,

MT350-M

MMP350HW54-MAL, MMP350H-MAL

MMP337W53-MAL-4,

MT350W17-D-4HL

OPERATION MANUAL

Table 2 – Plate List

NOTE: Dimensions in parentheses ( ) are mm.

Plates Plate Thickness

MMP172-M, MMP350W38-M, MMP350W38-M316, MMP350-M, MMP350-M316, MMP350H-M, MMP350H-M316, MT172W38-M, MT172-M, MT350W38-M316,

0.010” (.25)

0.012” (.30) 0.016” (.40) 0.015” ~ 0.018” (.38 ~ .46)

Recommended

Setting

0.014” (.35)

Gate Height

Working Range

0.013” ~ 0.015” (.33 ~ .38)

MMP337W71-MAL-3, MMP350W17-M, MT350W17-M,

NCMP35W54T20-AL 0.020” (.50) 0.030” (.76) 0.028” ~ 0.034” (.71 ~ .86)

0.015” ~ 0.016” (.38 ~ .40)

Figure 12 Feeler Gage placement under RH gate

0.020” (.50)

0.019” ~ 0.022” (.48 ~ .56)

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Figure 13 Feeler Gage placement under LH gate

Figure 14 Location of Feet on Gates

Figure 15 Adjusting Gate Height

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Plate

Height

OPERATION MANUAL

4.2.8. Guide Rail Adjustment

Plate Width

3.5”

(89mm)

3.5”

(89mm)

1.72”

(43mm)

Figure 16

Greater than

¾” (19mm)

¾” or less

(19mm)

Any

Instructions

Remove Top Clamp. Fully open guide rails, insert plates, and position guide rails snug against the plates, then back up approximately 1/16” (1.6 mm).

Remove Top Clamp. Insert the correct guide rail sizing block. Position guide rails snug against the back of the guide rail sizing block. Tighten RH Side Wall Knob to lock in place. Remove guide rail sizing block. See [Figure 16 and Figure 17]

Remove Top Clamp. Slide the right-hand gate to the right and fit the guide rail sizing block to both sides. See [Figure 18] and [Figure 19].

Figure 17

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Figure 18

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Figure 19

Figure 20 Top Weights - (top row): Medium, Wide & Extra Wide; (front row): Short (2) & Narrow

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a. Stack plates with Easy Feed humps up [Figure 21].

b. Place weight on top of marker Plates

c. Wide end of weight goes up. Cutouts are to clear Easy

Feed humps.

d. Place and tighten Long Top Clamp

a. For plates heights of 1.72” (43mm), move the RH gate to

the right.

b. Insert plates for embossing in the loader on the left side

of the machine [Figure 22] on support block.

c. Place weight(s) on top of marker Plates. Cutouts are to

clear Easy Feed humps.

d. Close RH gate and tighten RH side wall knob.

e. Place and tighten Short Top Clamp

OPERATION MANUAL

4.2.9 Loading Marker Plates

3.375” (86mm) or 3.5” (89mm) Plate Width

1.72” (43mm) Plate Width

Figure 21 Loading 3.5” (89mm) wide plates

Figure 22 Loading 1.72" (43mm) Wide plates with RH gate moved to right

4.2.10 Side Eject Guide Plate Adjustment:

a. Loosen side eject guide plate thumbscrew, slide guide plate until the

arrows o n the back of the guide plate line up with the appropriate plate

height [Figure 23] on the positioning label. b. Ensure the guide plate is straight and tighten thumbscrew. c. Close embosser cover

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Figure 23

(LOOKING DOWN INTO PES400)

4.2.11 External Hopper Adjustment

a. See Table 1 for proper divider/insert combinations. b. For plates with height 2.12” (54mm) or greater, remove divider. c. For all plate widths longer than 1.72” (43mm), place the divider tabs into the

slot matching the desired plates [Figure 24]. Ensure divider is vertical. d. For short plate widths 1.72” (43mm), after divider placement, drop the

matching short plate insert into the space between the divider and the

hopper wall.

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Figure 24

EXTERNAL HOPPER – Divider .38” x 1.72” (9.6mm x 43mm) Insert

Figure 25

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E001 POWER-ON VER. MC-X.XX

PRESS CLEAR or ESC TO CONTINUE

PANDUIT EMBOSSING SYSTEM: PES400

READY

OPERATION MANUAL

4.2.12 Turn on PES400

The machine can be switched on with the main switch (located in back of machine).

NOTE: Prior to switching “on”, make sure cover is closed.

The display will appear with the message as shown below:

Press the CLEAR key on right side of the front panel beside the display. This activates a general reset which, when completed, will leave another message on the display to indicate the Ready state of the machine.

If the machine does not start, check that the power supply is correctly set and that the main fuse has not been shorted.

If error message appears, please refer to the “Error Code” section on [Page 38].

NOTE: If the display is turned on but nothing appears on the screen,

switch the machine off and call for Technical Assistance. (see Regional Contact Information on Page 46)

The machine is now ready to run.

4.2.13 Open and use Panduit Easy-Mark Plus™ software

a. Start Easy-Mark Plus™ with a double-click on the Easy-

Mark Plus™ icon, which should be present on the

Desktop. b. Insert the serial number, if it is requested, and click “Activate” to start the

first work session with Easy-Mark Plus™. The serial number is located on

the Flash Drive packaging.

c. After the application completes its first launch (this could take a couple

minutes), the Landing Page is presented, which helps with selection of the

document formats.

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d. In “Find” box, type in the part name of the plate that you would like to

emboss, or click ‘Embosser’ in printer types. The ‘Formats and Templates’

list, at the bottom of the window, should be filtered as you type. If

applicable part names are related to more than one format, the related

formats are concealed within the part name gr ouping. To see the relevant

formats, each part name group must be expanded by double-clicking or

clicking on the ‘+’ button, to the left of the Part Name.

e. After expanding any desired Part Names, only double-click on a format,

which has ‘PES400’ listed in the ‘Printer Type’ column. NOTE: Failure to

use PES400 printer formats will disable font selection and cause a pr inting

error. f. When prompted with the ‘Create file’ dialog, click ‘Yes’.

g. After the new file is generated, with the requested document, click on the

first ‘label’, to select it (red highlight).

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h. At this point, text can be added to the plate design, by typing or

programmatic insertion (“Series” or “Data Import”). For simple text, type the

desired information, into the marker plate. For detailed instructions on

Series or Data Import, see the application’s user guide, accessible through

the “Help” icon at the top-left of the application window. Notice the

plate(label) turns blue, when it is in edit-mode.

i. For the PES400, 2 different font sizes can be applied to the desired text. The

font size can be applied to highlighted or future text, by using the font size

selection field, on the ‘Home’ or ‘Font’ tabs.

j. Once a plate design is complete, additional plates can be added to the

document, by pressing the [Tab] key. k. When ready to print, Click on Print, then click Print Document, on the ribbon

(under Home and File tabs). l. In the ‘Embossing’ dialog, select the communication port (COM Port)

number, that the PES400 device is connected to. Check the communication

port number by selecting Microsoft Start Button (lower left corner of screen).

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Figure 26 Microsoft Start Buttons

m. Search for “Device Manager”, then expand “Ports (COM & LPT) to see COM

port assignments. [PES400 will be labeled as “Communication Port” or “USB to Serial Adapter Port” when USB to Serial Adapter Cable is used.]

n. Type in number of copies needed. o. After confirming the PES400 LCD screen is in “Ready” state and the

appropriate plate parts are loaded into the Feeder, Click ‘OK’ to send the

print job to the embosser.

4.2.14 Embossing Plates

a. The production cycle finishes with the unloading of the plate on the left of

the Embosser. If the cycle is error free, the Embosser returns to the initial

READY state. b. If errors have occurred during the cycle, the machine will signal the error

code on the display and will still unload the plate before stopping; the

incorrect plate must be removed manually. c. Embosser will run one additional plate from print job after error is cleared. d. Please refer to the section on [Error Codes] for a description of the errors

that can arise. e. Verify the embossing height is correct and plate is flat. To correct, see

Embossing Force Adjustment, Sec. 4.3 below.

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Embossing

Plate Condition

Top Hammer

Bottom Hammer

Too High

Not bent

Raise – CCW

Do not adjust

Too Low

Not bent

Lower – CW

Do not adjust

Too High

Ends bent down

Lower – CW

Too High

Ends bent up

Raise – CCW

Too Low

Ends bent down

Lower – CW

Do not adjust

Too Low

Ends bent up

Raise – CCW

Do not adjust

OPERATION MANUAL

4.2.15 Changing Plate Formats

a. Select far left tab and return to Section 4.2.13, [Easy-Mark Plus], Step c.

4.3 Embossing Force Adjustment

1. Adjust using one-eighth turn adjustments until desired pressure and plate condition is achieved.

2. Loosen the Bottom Hammer Fixing Nut [2]. (See Figure 27)

Figure 27

CW = Clockwise CCW = Counter Clockwise

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[7]

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3. While holding the Bottom Hammer Fixing Nut, turn the Bottom Hammer [3] clockwise to lower the Punch [4], counter-clockwise to raise Punch [4]; then tighten the Bottom Hammer Fixing Nut [2] while holding the Bottom Hammer. (See Figure 28)

Figure 28

4. Loosen the Top Hammer Fixing Nut [7]. (See Figure 29)

Figure 29

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5. While holding the Top Hammer Fixing Nut, turn the Top Hammer [8] clock wise to lower Die [9], counter-clockwise to raise the Die [9]; then tighten the Top Hammer Fixing Nut [7] while holding the Top Hammer. (See Figure 30)

Figure 30

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ERROR#

ERROR TYPE

ERROR NAME

ERROR DESCRIPTION

At the power on the machine will show this

Hardware error: the mechanical parameters of

Hardware error: the RAM is defective. Power

Hardware error: the working time and counters

Hardware error: the stored format is lost.

The four DIP Switches of the Main Logic Board

No plate enters the magnetic module.

5. Error Codes

5.1 PES400 Display

In case of malfunction or operator error, the PES400 will show what caused the machine cycle interruption on the display and on the monitor.

Contact technical support if code is not listed in table.

When an error occurs, the LCD will show the messages listed below. Apply the proper procedure to remove the error condition and then press CLEAR to

continue (please read carefully the corrective actions).

OPERATION MANUAL

E001 START POWER-ON

E002 HARDWARE

E003 HARDWARE RAM ERROR

E004 HARDWARE WORKING TIME LOST

E005 HARDWARE

E006 HARDWARE TOTAL CLEAR

E101 FEEDER: FEEDER EMPTY

CONFIGURATION LOST

FORMAT AREA DATA LOST

message. Press CLEAR to continue.

the machine are lost.

OFF and ON the machine again; if the error persists, it is necessary to change the logic board.

are lost.

are in ON position; move them all to OFF position.

If the hopper is empty add plates. If the hopper isn't empty, check if: a) Plates are stuck together; b) Plates are bowed; c) Mechanical impediments; d) Alignment between modules; e) The DC motor moves correctly; f) Check for correct connection of the motor on

the board;

g) Replace the motor.

E102 FEEDER: FEED SENSOR HOME Check the Feeder Home sensor.

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ERROR#

ERROR TYPE

ERROR NAME

ERROR DESCRIPTION

Check for X home sensor:

Plate is embossed in a wrong way.

Plate is picked by embossing clamp and is

f) Check the belt’s state.

The plate can even be picked or not by the

OPERATION MANUAL

E103 FEEDER: FEED CARD JAM

E104 FEEDER:

E301 EMBOSSER:

LOADED MOTOR ERROR

X-HOME MOTOR ERROR

E302 EMBOSSER: Y MOTOR ERROR

E303 EMBOSSER:

X-END MOTOR ERROR

Feeder card/plate error; manually remove the plate.

Check the Feeder Home sensor and the Feeder Motor.

a) X home sensor is dirty: clean it with

compressed air or lint free cloth;

b) X home sensor isn’t connected correctly on

the board. Check that all pulleys are fixed on the shaft. Check X motor connection. Check the belt’s state.

Remove any impediments along the embossing Y travel.

taken to the embosser’s exit. Check for X end sensor: a) X end sensor is dirty: clean it with

compressed air or lint free cloth;

b) X end sensor isn’t connected correctly on

the board; c) Remove any impediments along the X

embossing travel; d) Check that all pulleys are fixed on the shaft; e) Check X motor connection;

E304 EMBOSSER:

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DRUM MOTOR ERROR

embosser’s clamp and the embossing sequence isn’t completed correctly.

If the clamp picks the plate but doesn’t start punching and the drum keeps on moving: a) Check drum motor home sensor; b) Drum motor home sensor is dirty: clean it

with compressed air or lint free cloth;

c) Drum motor home sensor isn’t connected

correctly on the board.

If the plate is picked, but it is embossed in a wrong way check: a) Belt tension; b) If pulleys are fixed on the shafts; c) If the motor is moving correctly or it stalls.

If the plate is picked by the clamp but the drum doesn’t move check: a) Drum motor connection on the board.

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ERROR#

ERROR TYPE

ERROR NAME

ERROR DESCRIPTION

Plate isn’t present in the picker position:

The embossing clamp picks the plate, but the

b) Replace the motor.

OPERATION MANUAL

E305 EMBOSSER: CARD LOST

E306 EMBOSSER:

CARD MISFEEDPOSITION CARD

a) Card/Plate has been mistakenly removed; b) Card/Plate jams in the previous module.

The clamp holds the plate, but the embossing cycle doesn’t start. Check the entry sensor: a) Entry sensor is dirty: clean it with

compressed air or lint free cloth; b) Entry sensor isn’t connected correctly on the

board. The clamp moves straight to embossing area without a plate or after having made a bad noise: a) Check for Y home sensor; b) Y home sensor is dirty: clean it with

compressed air or lint free cloth;

c) Y home sensor isn’t connected correctly on

the board; d) Check Y motor electrical connections; e) Check if the pulley is fixed on Y motor shaft; f) Check belt state.

E308 EMBOSSER:

PUNCH MOTOR ERROR

embossing sequence isn’t completed correctly. Check for any mechanical impediments along the embossing leverage.

If the plate is picked by the embosser’s clamp but just one character is embossed: a) Check punch motor home sensor; b) Punch motor home sensor is dirty: clean it

with compressed air or lint free cloth; c) Punch motor home sensor isn’t connected

correctly on the board.

If the plate data isn’t embossed correctly, check: a) Belt status; b) All pulleys are fixed on the shaft correctly.

The plate is picked correctly by the embosser’s clamp and it is placed correctly under the drum, but the embosser mechanism doesn’t start, check: a) If the embossing motor is connected

correctly on the board;

E311 EMBOSSER: COVER OPEN Machine cover is open.

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ERROR#

ERROR TYPE

ERROR NAME

ERROR DESCRIPTION

OPERATION MANUAL

E312 EMBOSSER:

DRUM MOTOR ERROR

Drum movemen t e rror.

E313 EMBOSSER: Y MOTOR ERROR Y-axis movement error.

E314 EMBOSSER:

E315: EMBOSSER: CARD MISSING

E316 EMBOSSER: CARD LOST

E318 EMBOSSER: CHANGE PLATE

E320 OUTPUT UNLOAD NOT READY

X-END MOTOR ERROR

Movement error on the end sensor.

The card/plate goes out from the previous module but doesn’t reach the Embosser.

Card/Plate correctly loaded and then lost by the Embosser plate guide.

The machine stops and waits for the plate to be loaded (only for manual feeder option).

The machine didn’t unload the previous plate when the next plate needed to be loaded.

5.2 Easy-Mark Plus™ Errors

See Easy-Mark Plus™ software guide.

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6. TROUBLE SHOOTING

Gate Adjustment:

See Gate Height Adjustment on [Page 23]. Also refer to Gate Height Adjustment section in Table 2 on [Page 24].

Gate Adjustment Techniques:

General Tips

1) Start adjustments with the target thickness feeler gage. It is best to remove the feeler gages from the tool assembly to prevent the tool assembly from interfering in the adjustment process.

2) Slide the appropriate feeler gage underneath one gate so that it is resting under both feet. Make sure the feeler gage is pressed all the way against the loader wall next to the small foot.

3) Move the gate brush until it just barely touches the feeler gage, then move it down another ~0.020”. The goal is for the gate brush to touch the surface of the slide channel when the gate is tight and the feeler gage is removed.

4) Apply downward pressure to the gate when adjusting to ensure the gate is snug against the feeler gage. Apply pressure to the left or the right as needed to help get both bottom feet tight against the feeler gage.

5) Before tightening, attempt to wiggle the feeler gage. Both sides of the feeler gage should resist movement from friction. If one side is loose, adjust pressure until both sides are tight.

6) Once the correct height has been achieved, slowly alternate tightening the top and bottom screws, until the correct torque has been reached.

7) Double-check the gate height. If the height is out of spec you will need to readjust. For thin plates, being close to the bounds of the tolerance could cause problems. For instance, when attempting 0.014 (range 0.013-0.015), a tight 0.013 or a loose

0.015 could cause problems.

8) If one of the two feet is out of spec when the other is, you may need to use one of the techniques below to help obtain the correct adjustment.

Technique 1: Floating Foot Place the feeler gage under the foot that was in spec during the standard adjustment, but not the foot that was high. Even though the other foot is floating, its range is limited by the two screws; it will only be able to pivot relative to the other foot by so much. By leaving the other foot floating, you are ensuring that it will be as close to its surface as possible, while the other foot will be in-spec due to the feeler gage. You will need to apply pressure downwards and sideways such that the floating foot will be as low as possible. You can check if this will work by checking the height of the floating feeler gage while holding pressure, but before tightening. If the height is good, tighten and confirm. If not, you will need to try the next technique.

Technique 2: Double Feeler Gage Place the correct feeler gage under the foot that was high. Then place the next largest feeler gage on the edge of the spec under the foot that was low. Apply pressure on top and to the side until both feet are tight on their gages, then tighten.

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L’entretien doit être effectué lorsque la machine est éteinte.

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Gate Height:

If a single plate jams underneath the gate, or scrapes appear next to the Easy Feed humps, raise the gate height. If plates are jamming underneath the gates, lower the gate height. Check to make sure the Easy-Feed humps are facing up.

Embosser Pressure:

If plates are bent or text is difficult to read, refer to Embosser Force Adjustment, [Page 35].

If further assistance is needed, contact Panduit Technical Support.

7. GENERAL MAINTENANCE

The operator should make a habit of doing general maintenance on the Embosser so as to ensure a correct and long-lasting functioning of the system.

ATTENTION! DANGER

The machine when at work has several moving components.

• Do not work on the inside of the machine.

• Do not remove the cover or guards except for the front cover which is used to

load the plates.

The maintenance should be done with the machine switched off.

ATTENTION! DANGER

Lorsqu’elle est en fonction, la machine comprend plusieurs composants en mouvement.

• Ne pas travailler à l’intérieur de la machine.

• Ne pas retirer le couvercle ou les dispositifs de sécurité, excepté le couvercle

frontal pour charger les plaques.

ATTENTION! DANGER IMPORTANT: Do not remove the cover and the guards that are present inside

the embossing machine.

ATTENTION! DANGER IMPORTANT :Ne pas enlever le couvercle et les dispositifs de sécurité qui se

trouvent à l’intérieur de la presse à estamper.

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X & Y Axis Guides Grease

OPERATION MANUAL

8. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FOR PES400

The following components should be cleaned and lubricated on a monthly basis assuming a standard factory environment running a single 8-hour shift. If the working environment contains a large amount of fine particulate dust, or extended working hours we recommend a more frequent cleaning schedule (Bi-Weekly to Weekly). As with all servicing and maintenance, the PES400 needs to be powered off during this process. Also, oiling components that contain metal to metal activity will not yield harmful result to operation or warranty. Specifically, for the items called out below please use the following recommendations:

Clamp Grease Strikers (Hammers) Grease Punch Lever System Grease Feeder Pushers Oil Characters Oil

Machine Sensors Alcohol Swab/Wipe Panduit Part no.

Grease SPEC. ISOFLEX NBU 15

PE TUBE 50GR

Oil Siraoil (Machine Oil)

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X & Y AXIS GUIDES & CLAMP

FEEDER PUSHERS X2 CHARACTERS & STRIKERS

OPERATION MANUAL

• Cleaning should be done by removing the two securing plates in blue (use a 3mm Allen key) from the left, and right sides of the feeder.

• Wipe down the sides of the pusher rods, and then spread a thin film of oil.

• Inspect the teeth along the bottom & oil if needed.

• After, re-insert the pushers and make sure they are placed in parallel laterally in the machine.

• The X & Y Guides vital to the consistent operation of the machine.

• Clean the Red highlighted rails; then spread a film of grease across the travel paths.

• After applying grease to the X & Y Guides, also apply grease to the back of the clamp.

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• Characters should be oiled every 10K plates or weekly, whichever comes first.

• Character removal is not required unless an excessive amount of debris is visible. A simple wipe down is usually sufficient.

• The Strikers should be greased where the strikers extend out of the punching chassis.

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SENSORS

PUNCH LEVER

After cleaning the PES400, it's recommended to run the machine anywhere from 25 to 100 full cycles

OPERATION MANUAL

Sensors should be cleaned with alcohol swabs. These are normally readily available, or you can provide your own. We recommend a 91% or higher concentration of lsopropyl Alcohol. Use a thicker cloth, or towel to reduce the amount of particulate left on sensors after cleaning

to properly distribute lubricant.

9. CONTACT INFORMATION • For Technical Support:

USA & Canada: 1-866-871-4571 Latin America: +52-33-3777-6000

• To access the Punch Lever, you will need to remove the access plate in blue with a 3mm Hex/Allen key.

• After doing this an inspection should be done on the Lever mechanism. If excessive debris is present clean and regrease component.

• Inspection should also be done on the Bottom Punch Lever as well.

Europe: +31-546-580-452 Asia Pacific Region: 65-6305-7575 Japan: 81-3-6863-6060 Australia: 613-9794-9020

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