QuickLabel RW-2 User Manual

THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Your RW-2 or RW-8 Label Rewinder (the Unit) is guaranteed to the original end-user
purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for
a period of three- (3) years from original date of purchase. (The AC power supply
warranty period is one- (1) year.) This Warranty begins when you purchase the Unit
and continues for the Warranty period unless you sell or rent the Unit, in which case
the Warranty terminates.

In the event Warranty service is required, please contact QuickLabel Systems for a
Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and the location to which the Unit should
be shipped. The Unit must be packed securely for shipment to avoid damage. Origi­nal packaging is recommended if available. Proof of original purchase must accom­pany the Unit. The customer assumes all costs incurred in transporting the Unit to
an authorized service center. Upon examination, if the Unit is found to be defective,
it will be repaired or replaced without charge during the Warranty period.

QuickLabel Systems disclaims any implied warranty, including the warranty of mer­chantability and the warranty of fitness for any particular purpose, and assume no
responsibility or liability for any special, incidental or consequential damages.

This Warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, im­proper installation or operation, connection to inappropriate power source, lack of
reasonable care, unauthorized modification, the affixing of any attachment not pro­vided by QuickLabel Systems, or loss of parts. This Warranty is voided in the event
any unauthorized person opens, alters, or attempts to repair the Unit.

QuickLabel Systems
A Product Group of Astro-Med, Inc.

RW-2 Label Rewinder (6” Width)
RW-8 Label Rewinder (10” Width)

Constant Adjustable Torquetm (“CAT”) technology ensures silent operation and
constant, uniform tension on the label takeup reel without dancer or tensioning
arms. The result is a short leader length, exceptionally easy threading, and no
speed adjustments or troublesome clutches, belts, or gears. Dual torque ranges
and a Torque Control Knob set the desired tension on the RW-2 and RW-8
Rewinders. The Rewinder can also be used as a Label Unwinder.

Rugged, heavy-duty steel construction allows the unit to be conveniently set in
place near the label printer. Special anti-slip feet on the base prevent the unit from
moving.

This reliable, high-quality, maintenance-free unit features a Limited 3 Year Materials
and Workmanship Warranty (see warranty statement for details).

UNPACKING

Remove all parts from the shipping container and verify the contents:
___ User Manual (this document) & Allen Wrench (in plastic bag)
___ Flange Plate (2 each)
___ RW Drive Unit
___ Quick-locking Core Chuck
___ Universal 100 - 240VAC 50-60Hz Power Supply
___ AC Line Cord

World Headquarters:
600 East Greenwich Avenue
West Warwick, RI 02893
Telephone: [phone]
Toll Free: 877-757-7978
Fax: [phone]

www.QuickLabel.com
E-mail: [e-mail]

QLSRW-2 RW-8 Operations Manual.p65
Rev. March 2005

SETUP

WARNING! THIS EQUIPMENT IS FOR
INDOOR USE ONLY.
NOT FOR USE IN WET LOCATIONS.

(1) Identify the inner label flange plate as the plastic disc without a center Nylon
hub. Using the two screws found in the end of the locking Core Chuck, affix the
inner flange to the Core Chuck. Tighten snugly, but not too tight.

(2) Slide the shaft and flange assembly onto the RW motor shaft allowing for
clearance to the RW-2 chassis and motor screws. Tighten the Allen screw to
secure the shaft and flange assembly until it is snug, but not too tight.
(3) Set the unit in place near the label exit path of the printer.

CAUTION: AVOID ACCIDENTS. CHOOSE ONLY A
STURDY SURFACE ON WHICH TO SET THE RW UNIT.

EXTERNAL HALT CONTROL

QuickLabel Systems has provided an EXTERNAL HALT CONTROL to allow an
external device to optionally command the Rewinder to start or stop. If an external
unit, such as the printer, label slitter, etc. opens the control circuit, the Rewinder will
immediately disconnect power to the motor and apply braking.

(4) The RW-2 and RW-8 are bi-directional. They can wind labels in either direction.
Verify that the Direction Switch on the Control Panel is in the Off position.
(5) Connect the power lead from the Power Supply unit to the power Input Jack on
the back panel of the Drive Unit. Plug the AC Power Cord into the Power Supply
and into an appropriate AC power outlet.

The Rewinder is now ready for use.

LABEL REWINDING

(1) Place the Direction Switch on the Control Panel in the center OFF “0” position.
(2) Slide an empty 3-inch (76-mm) label core over the Core Holder (Core Chuck)
until the core is against the inner flange plate.
(3) If desired, slide the outer Flange Plate (with the center Nylon hub) over the Core
Chuck and up against the label rewind core. Tighten the Core Chuck Lock Knob
clockwise to secure the core and outer Flange Plate.
(4) Feed the label web from the printer and secure it to the take-up roll core with
masking tape. Manually rotate the take-up reel a couple of turns.
(5) Check that the Rewinder Unit is square with the printer.
(6) Place the Rewinder TORQUE RANGE Switch in the NORMAL (REWIND)
position.

NOTE: YOU CAN USE THE HIGH (SLIT) POSITION FOR LABEL SLITTING OR
WHEN REWINDING LARGE DIAMETER ROLLS.

(7) Rotate the TORQUE ADJUST Control Knob to the minimum position (fully
counter-clockwise).
(8) Place the RW-2 DIRECTION Switch in the position desired to run left or right.
(9) Start the printer and adjust the TORQUE ADJUST Knob for the desired take-up
tension. Use only the minimum torque setting needed to rewind labels properly.
Excessive torque might pull the labels too hard and cause the printer to lose registra­tion.
(10) When rewinding is finished, place the DIRECTION switch in the OFF “0”
position. Turn the Core Chuck lock lever counterclockwise to release the outer
Flange and label roll from the unit.

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Use a 3.5 mm dual circuit plug and cable plugged into the EXTERNAL HALT
CONTROL Jack. The Rewinder Control Plug connections are described below.

3.5mm External Halt Control Plug (dual circuit)

CONTACTS 2 & 3 OPEN: Rewinder HALTS

CONTACTS 2 & 3 CLOSED: Rewinder RUNS

1 = No connection (Not Used)
2 = Normally Closed (NC) contact return

3 = Normally Closed (NC) contact

MAINTENANCE

Your Label Rewinder requires no periodic or preventative maintenance.