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Instruction manual
Version 1.3, 8/9/2017
ROWE VarioFold Compact
Folding system
ROTH + WEBER GmbH
Betzdorfer Straße
D-57520 Niederdreisbach
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ROTH + WEBER GmbH
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Contact information
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ROTH + WEBER GmbH
please contact the manufacturer's customer service team:
Betzdorfer Straße
D-57520 Niederdreisbach
Phone: +49 2743 9217 0
Fax: +49 2743 2018
E-mail: info@rowe.de
ROTH + WEBER GmbH, Niederdreisbach, Germany 2015.
All rights reserved.
ROTH + WEBER GmbH permits the use of this Instruction manual
only in conjunction with the operation of this Folding system. In
addition reprinting, copying, editing and reproduction and publication,
in whole or in part, is prohibited without the expressed written
authorization of ROTH + WEBER GmbH.
ROTH + WEBER GmbH assumes no responsibility or liability for the
contents of this publication, and rejects in particular any implied
warranties regarding its suitability for commercial or other purposes.
In addition, ROTH + WEBER GmbH reserves the right to revise this
publication or make changes to its content at certain intervals without
prior notification regarding said revisions or changes.
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Document history
No. Date Description
1.0 12/11/2015 Creation of the Instruction manual
1.1 8/4/2016 Update „VarioFold online“
1.2 23/2/2017 Update “Motorised High Volume Tray”
1.3 8/9/2017 Update chapter 5.13, 5.14, 5.17
Trademarks
All trademarks remain the property of their respective owners and are
used only to describe the respective product. Their use does not
indicate any legal association between ROTH + WEBER GmbH and
the owners of the trademarks specified.
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Table of contents
Table of contents
Copyright notice ................................................................................................................ 2
1 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 9
1.1 Important information regarding this Instruction manual .......................................... 9
1.2 Liability.................................................................................................................... 9
1.3 Warranty ................................................................................................................. 9
2 Safety information .................................................................................................... 10
2.1 Symbols in the Instruction manual ........................................................................ 11
2.1.1 Information ............................................................................................................ 11
2.1.2 Warnings .............................................................................................................. 11
2.1.2.1 Warning configuration ........................................................................................... 11
2.1.2.2 Warning symbols .................................................................................................. 12
2.1.3 Instructions ........................................................................................................... 12
2.1.4 Labels ................................................................................................................... 13
2.2 Basic safety instructions ....................................................................................... 14
2.3 Operator responsibilities ....................................................................................... 17
2.3.1 Safety regulations ................................................................................................. 17
2.4 Instruction and training .......................................................................................... 17
2.4.1 Sample training form ............................................................................................. 18
3 Folding system description ..................................................................................... 19
3.1 Summary .............................................................................................................. 19
3.2 System Overview .................................................................................................. 22
3.3 Intended use ......................................................................................................... 30
3.4 Reasonably foreseeable misuse ........................................................................... 31
3.5 Operating personnel responsibilities ..................................................................... 32
3.6 Qualifications required for using the Folding system ............................................. 32
3.6.1 Operating personnel with disabilities ..................................................................... 33
4 Setting up the Folding system ................................................................................. 34
4.1 Room conditions ................................................................................................... 34
5 Operation ................................................................................................................... 35
5.1 Safety information ................................................................................................. 35
5.2 Activities and qualifications ................................................................................... 35
5.3 Connecting to the Electric Circuit .......................................................................... 35
5.4 Operating and energy saving mode ...................................................................... 36
5.5 Shutting down the Folding system ........................................................................ 36
5.6 Folding with the Default Folding Program or Custom (Favorites) Program ............ 37
5.7 Folding a Portrait Format Document with Header to the Lower Right (ANFOR) .... 39
5.8 Longitudinal Folding of Smaller Documents less than 9.45 in [240 mm] ................ 42
5.9 Cross Folding Documents wider than 9.45 in [240 mm] ........................................ 43
5.10 FoldManager with inch units ................................................................................. 44
5.10.1 APPs (inch) ........................................................................................................... 44
5.10.2 Installation of FoldManager (inch) ......................................................................... 46
5.10.3 FoldManager overview (inch) ................................................................................ 46
5.10.4 System Log In (inch) ............................................................................................. 47
5.10.5 Changing the password (inch) .............................................................................. 48
5.10.6 Set Language and Unit of Measure (inch) ............................................................. 49
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5.10.7 Setting the Folding Speed [Custom Speed] (inch) ................................................. 50
5.10.8 Correcting Document Edges (inch) ....................................................................... 51
5.10.9 Creating, Editing, or Deleting Custom Folding Programs (inch) ............................ 53
5.10.9.1 Creating Custom Folding Programs (inch) ............................................................ 53
5.10.9.2 Editing Custom Folding Programs (inch) ............................................................... 55
5.10.9.3 Deleting Custom Folding Programs (inch) ............................................................. 56
5.10.10 Allocating Programs to the Favorites Keys and Selecting the Start Folding Program
(inch) 57
5.10.11 Licenses (inch) ...................................................................................................... 59
5.10.11.1 Purchasing and Installing Licenses (inch) ............................................................. 60
5.10.11.2 Requesting a Trial License (inch) .......................................................................... 61
5.10.12 Updates (inch) ...................................................................................................... 62
5.11 FoldManager with metric units .............................................................................. 63
5.11.1 APPs (metric)........................................................................................................ 63
5.11.2 Installation of FoldManager (metric) ...................................................................... 65
5.11.3 FoldManager overview (metric) ............................................................................. 65
5.11.4 System Log In (metric) .......................................................................................... 66
5.11.5 Changing the password (metric) ........................................................................... 67
5.11.6 Set Language and Unit of Measure (metric) .......................................................... 68
5.11.7 Setting the Folding Speed [Custom Speed] (metric) .............................................. 69
5.11.8 Correcting Document Edges (metric) .................................................................... 70
5.11.9 Creating, Editing, or Deleting Custom Folding Programs (metric) ......................... 72
5.11.9.1 Creating Custom Folding Programs (metric) ......................................................... 72
5.11.9.2 Editing Custom Folding Programs (metric) ............................................................ 74
5.11.9.3 Deleting Custom Folding Programs (metric).......................................................... 75
5.11.10 Allocating Programs to the Favorites Keys and Selecting the Start Folding Program
(metric) 76
5.11.11 Licenses (metric) .................................................................................................. 77
5.11.11.1 Purchasing and Installing Licenses (metric) .......................................................... 78
5.11.11.2 Requesting a Trial License (metric) ....................................................................... 79
5.11.12 Updates (metric) ................................................................................................... 80
5.12 Calibration ............................................................................................................ 81
5.13 Eliminating paper jams (non-motorized version) ................................................... 83
5.14 Eliminating paper jams (motorized version)........................................................... 86
5.15 Error indicator ....................................................................................................... 89
5.16 Height Adjustment................................................................................................. 90
5.17 Connection to other printers .................................................................................. 91
6 Technical specifications .......................................................................................... 92
6.1 Rating plate - identification .................................................................................... 92
6.2 Folding system data .............................................................................................. 92
6.3 Emissions ............................................................................................................. 93
6.3.1 Noise emissions .................................................................................................... 93
6.3.2 Thermal emissions ................................................................................................ 93
6.4 System Requirements ........................................................................................... 93
6.5 Operating conditions ............................................................................................. 94
7 Disposal (validity: EU member states) .................................................................... 95
8 Index .......................................................................................................................... 96
9 Appendix ................................................................................................................... 97
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9.1 Declaration of conformity ...................................................................................... 97
9.2 Material safety data sheet ..................................................................................... 98
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List of tables
List of tables
Table 1: List of abbreviations ........................................................................................................... 8
Table 2: Optional modules: ............................................................................................................ 20
Table 3: Target groups .................................................................................................................. 33
Table 4: Operation - activities and qualifications ............................................................................ 35
Table 5: APPs (inch)...................................................................................................................... 44
Table 6: APPs (metric) .................................................................................................................. 63
Table 7: Error indicator .................................................................................................................. 89
Table 8: Folding system data ......................................................................................................... 92
Table 9: Noise emissions .............................................................................................................. 93
Table 10: Thermal emissions ......................................................................................................... 93
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List of abbreviations
List of abbreviations
Table 1: List of abbreviations
Abbreviation Explanation
. .
approx. approximately
CAD computer-aided design
DIN German Standards Institute
EU European Union
EN European standard
HTTPS HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure
ISO International Organization for Standardization
LED Light-emitting diode
LpA A-weighted sound pressure level
n.a. Not applicable
USB Universal Serial Bus
VPN Virtual private network
e.g. For example
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Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 Important information regarding this Instruction manual
This Instruction manual applies to the ROWE VarioFold Compact
Folding system.
For simplification throughout the rest of this Instruction manual, the
term "Folding system" will be used instead of the full phrase "ROWE
VarioFold Compact Folding system" and "ROWE" will be used
instead of the full company name "ROTH + WEBER GmbH".
As the Folding system operator, the Instruction manual will provide
you with the information needed for the safe and efficient use of the
Folding system.
Read this Instruction manual carefully. Understanding this Instruction
manual is the prerequisite for proper use of the Folding system.
Follow all directions and information provided, and comply fully with
the safety information. Learn the Instruction manual in full; do not rely
on spotty information from a few chapters.
This Instruction manual references other documents. Follow the
content in these documents.
Some of the illustrations in this Instruction manual are for the purpose
of technical clarification. The colors displayed may differ from the
original colors.
Keep this Instruction manual with the Folding system so that it is
always accessible.
If the Instruction manual was provided in digital format, there is a
need within your organization for a printed copy, and such a
procedure is not a copyright infringement, make sure to print the
hardcopy in color; some information is represented in color
throughout the entire content of the manual.
1.2 Liability
Refer to the ROWE contractual terms for information regarding
liability. The manufacturer (ROWE) will not be held liable for delays
and damages resulting from a failure to comply with the Instruction
manual.
1.3 Warranty
Refer to the warranty information in the ROWE general terms and
conditions, or in the specific contractual terms.
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Safety information
2 Safety information
The Folding system was designed and manufactured according to the
state of the art and recognized rules of safety. Nevertheless, hazards
to persons or property can occur, as it is impossible to avoid all
hazardous locations while providing effective functionality. You can
however prevent accidents due to these hazards and problems by
following the contents of this Instruction manual and instructing your
personnel on the information contained herein. In addition, proper use
of this Instruction manual will enable you to benefit from the full range
of features provided by this Folding system and avoid unnecessary
problems.
A thorough understanding of the safety information and regulations is
the basic prerequisite for safe and problem-free operation of the
Folding system.
Therefore, read this section carefully before beginning any work with
the Folding system. In addition, follow all safety information and
warnings contained within the text in the following chapters. The
manufacturer is not liable for any failure to comply with the directions
and warnings.
In addition to the directions in this Instruction manual, follow all legal
ordinances, in particular safety and accident prevention regulations.
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Safety information
This symbol indicates useful recommendations, explanations, and
Risk of cuts when clearing the paper jam
Print media can have sharp edges. Contact with edges when clearing a
2.1 Symbols in the Instruction manual
The following symbols and color backgrounds appear in this
Instruction manual and the Folding system. Please pay attention to
them. The following explains the meaning and appearance of the
symbols used.
2.1.1 Information
additional information on handling the Folding system.
This symbol references a chapter in this Instruction manual or other
external documents / information.
2.1.2 Warnings
2.1.2.1 Warning configuration
Warning symbol with signal word
CAUTION
Possible consequences when failing to comply
paper jam can result in physical injuries.
- Be extremely careful when clearing paper jams.
Warning configuration
Type and source of hazard
Prevention (actions / prohibitions)
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Safety information
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
2.1.2.2 Warning symbols
Warning symbols identify hazardous situations.
2.1.3 Instructions
Indicates a dangerous situation. Failure to follow the safety information
associated with this warning could result in an accident resulting in
death or serious injury.
Indicates a dangerous situation. Failure to follow the safety information
associated with this warning could result in an accident. There is a risk
of injury; however, death or serious injury is not possible.
Indicates a situation that could result in property damage. Failure to
follow the safety information associated with this warning could result
in property damage. This signal word is not combined with a warning
symbol.
Hazard location warning
This warning symbol indicates a hazardous location for which there is
no standardized pictogram. If the hazard is not immediately apparent,
an additional sign with an explanation is added.
Mandatory action symbol
This symbol is used in combination with additional information. It is
mandatory to comply with the instructions within the additional
information.
Follow the instructions
This symbol indicates the need to comply with the operating
instructions. Refer to the Instruction manual for information on the
necessary operating instructions.
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Safety information
2.1.4 Labels
The following warnings are attached to the folding system.
- On the feed table
- On the floor stand
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Safety information
The basic safety instructions are the prerequisite for safety
-
oriented
Intended use
Qualified and trained personnel
Changes to the
Folding
system
Work areas
2.2 Basic safety instructions
use of the Folding system. Use the basic safety instructions to
provide safety training for your staff. By providing training on the basic
safety instructions, you promote safer behavior by your staff, in turn
enabling you to transfer responsibilities to them.
Disregarding the intended use can result in significant property
damage and personal injury.
- Use the Folding system exclusively as specified in section 3.3,
"Intended use".
Activities performed on the Folding system by unqualified, untrained
staff can result in significant property damage and personal injury.
- Only qualified and trained personnel may perform activities on
the Folding system.
The manufacturer's product liability applies exclusively to the original
Folding system. Changes to the Folding system lead to new risks
never assessed by the manufacturer. New risks can result in
significant property damage and personal injury.
- Do not make any changes to the Folding system without the
manufacturer's consent.
- Do not manipulate the Folding system components.
Messy areas represent an increased accident and injury risk for
personnel.
- Always keep your work area and the area around the Folding
system clean.
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Safety information
Mandatory reporting of
Folding system
abnormalities
Entanglement hazard due to clothing, hair, and jewelry
Removing parts secured with screws
Ventilation slots
Service appointments
Determining abnormalities with the Folding system but failing to report
them immediately to the responsible department can result in
significant property damage and personal injury.
- Always report abnormalities with the Folding system
immediately to the appropriate department.
Untied long hair, loose clothing, and jewelry could be drawn into the
Folding system during folding. This entanglement can result in
significant personal injury.
- Keep the entanglement hazard in mind during folding.
- During operation of the Folding system, keep untied hair, loose
clothing, and jewelry away from the Folding system's manual
paper feed.
Removing parts secured with screws (such as covers) can result in
significant property damage and personal injury.
- Do not loosen screws.
- Do not remove parts secured with screws.
Inserting objects through the ventilation slots into the Folding system
can result in touching parts under voltage, short circuits, or fire.
- Do not insert any objects though the Folding system ventilation
slots.
Failing to keep service appointments can result in significant property
damage. ROWE will not be held liable for damages caused by missed
service appoints.
- Make sure to keep all service appointments.
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Safety information
Power connection
Shutdown during unusual incidents
is making unusual noises not heard during
Improperly connecting the Folding system to line power can result in
significant property damage and personal injury.
- Operate the Folding system using the power values specified on
the rating plate of the Folding system.
- Connect the Folding system to a grounded socket.
- Do not use extension cords, adapter plugs, or similar
components when connecting to the power supply.
- Never grab the power cable with wet hands.
- Never place or lay objects on the power cable.
- Always keep the plug connection free of dust.
- Always use the power cable delivered with the Folding system.
- Do not damage or modify the power cable.
- Never use a damaged power cable. If the power cable is
damaged, replace it with an original power cable, which you can
purchase from your ROWE sales partner.
- When disconnecting the power cable, always pull the plug out of
the socket. Do not pull on the power cable.
- Disconnect the power plug if you will not be using the Folding
system for more than 2 days.
Failing to shut down the Folding system during unusual incidents can
result in significant property damage.
- Pull the Folding system power plug from the socket in the
following cases:
- If smoke is coming out of the Folding system or an unusual
odor is detected.
- If the Folding system
normal operation.
- If metal items or liquids (except when used for regular cleaning
and maintenance) get into the Folding system.
- During a thunderstorm.
- During a power failure
- If the power cable or plug is damaged.
- If the Folding system is not functioning normally.
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Safety information
2.3 Operator responsibilities
2.3.1 Safety regulations
The operator is required:
- to operate the Folding system properly, according to this
manual, to prevent injuries and property damage to the Folding
system. Do not operate the Folding system based on
conjecture. The operator has to provide the Instruction manual.
Always refer to the Instruction manual if there is any doubt
when performing a procedure.
- to comply with all laws and regulations in their most current
version regarding safe operation when setting up the Folding
system.
- to provide lighting that complies with current laws.
- to provide a proper power connection (section 6.2).
- the stability (bearing load) of the floor at the installation site and
along the transport routes under his responsibility has to be
checked.
2.4 Instruction and training
Instruct your staff carefully. Inform your staff about laws and accident
prevention regulations, and on the content of the Instruction manual.
Make sure your staff understand and follow this information.
Check staff on a regular basis to ensure they are aware of safety and
the hazards associated in their work.
- Set a fixed program for providing employee training. Legal
ordinances require training at least once per year, twice per
year if you employ minors. Training should also be a part of
initial orientation before starting work (e.g., for new hires,
transfers, etc.).
- After vacation and other work breaks, instruction and training
can ensure a safe resumption of activities.
- Document the content of training.
- Have participants confirm that they understand the training
content.
- Keep these documents.
Section 2.4.1, "Sample form" contains an example of training subjects
and a form for confirming instruction.
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Safety information
2.4.1 Sample training form
Training topics for employees
Example of topics to be covered:
Safety
Basic statutory provisions
Accident prevention regulations
Basic safety instructions
Specialized safety instructions for operating the Folding system
Safety guards on the Folding system
Emergency measures
Operating the Folding system
New Folding system operator experiences since the last round of instruction
New experiences with regard to input materials and aids since the last round of instruction
Experiences with the Folding system
Training confirmation
No. Last name First name Signature
1
2
3
4
5
6
Date Training director
Signature of training director
Folding system
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Folding system description
Accessories in scope of delivery:
3 Folding system description
3.1 Summary
The Folding system is used to fold printed and copied documents.
The Folding system is manufactured using a modular design, and can
be adapted to individual requirements by selecting individual
modules.
The Folding system is available in 3 typical configurations:
- ROWE VarioFold Compact Tablestand
Operating height depends on the table
- ROWE VarioFold Compact Floorstand
Operating height of 31.89 – 39.76 in [810 – 1010 mm].
- ROWE VarioFold Compact Online*
With the VarioFold Compact Tablestand and VarioFold Compact
Floorstand configurations, the document to be folded is fed manually
via the Folding system feed table, and drawn in automatically.
In the VarioFold Compact Online configuration, the document to be
folded is fed directly from the printer to the Folding system.
There are numerous folding programs available for folding
documents, taking into account the various output format sizes.
The document to be folded is folded through the defined movements
of the rollers in the Folding system. Folding takes place transverse to
the feed direction.
The folded document is then conveyed out of the Folding system.
The ROWE VarioFold Compact is fully modular, and can be upgraded
on site with the modules required.
For upgrades with additional modules, please contact our sales team
at
Phone: +49 (0) 2743 9217-24
Fax: +49 (0) 2743 2018
E-mail: export@rowe.de
- ROWE Installations - CD/DVD - ROM with the following content:
- Installation manual
- VarioFold Compact USB driver
- Calibration chart
- Instruction manual
- FoldManager with ROWE FOLD APP LT
- 24 Volt power supply unit
- Power connection cables (1 CE / 1 UL / 1 GB / 1 CN)
- USB cables
- Printed installation manual
- Printed Instruction manual
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Folding system description
Optional modules
:
Table
2
: Optional modules:
Name Description
Offline Table
Floorstand
Online Bridge 1*
Online Bridge 2*
Tablestand
Motorized High
Volume Tray
Rear Delivery Tray
ROWE FOLD APP
SE
Feed table including cover for the base unit
Height-adjustable floorstand, including front delivery
tray
Small connecting component with multi-speed and
short gap technology, for the shortest document
spacing. Enables folded documents with a binding
margin to be output to the rear delivery tray.
Long connecting component with multi-speed and
short gap technology, for the shortest document
spacing. Enables folded documents with a binding
margin to be output to the rear delivery tray.
Space-saving pedestal for operating the VarioFold
Compact on a table with the following minimum
requirements:
51.18” [1300 mm] x 23.62” [600 mm] (width x depth)
and a load-bearing capacity of 198.4 lb, plus the
weight of the Folding system and all selected
modules.
Electric-powered rear delivery tray for longitudinally
folded and cross folded documents, lowers
automatically. It can fold a document up to 150 m in
length (300P).
In online configurations, folded documents with a
binding margin are output to the front delivery tray.
Rear wire delivery tray for longitudinally folded and
cross folded documents. In online configurations,
folded documents with a binding margin are output
to the front delivery tray.
- Contains the ROWE FOLD APP LT
- Definition of an unlimited number of custom folding
programs
- Package widths:
7” to 12” [180 to 305 mm] (fan)
8.25” to 12” [210 to 305 mm] (cross)
- Fold length for fan fold:
up to 157.48” [4 m]
- Fold length for cross fold: up to 98.43” [2,5 m]
- Allocation of Favorites keys
For further details and exceptions
see chapter 5.10.1 or 5.11.1
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Folding system description
Name Description
* Online configurations only. Online configurations are not part of this
ROWE FOLD APP
PRO
Endless Folding Kit
30
Endless Folding Kit
UNLIMITED
Instruction manual.
- Contains the ROWE FOLD APP SE
- Definition of an unlimited number of custom folding
programs, such as maps and stationary
- Package widths:
3.5” to 16.5” [90 to 420 mm] (fan)
7” to 16.5” [180 to 420 mm] (cross)
For further details and exceptions
see chapter 5.10.1 or 5.11.1
- Contains the ROWE FOLD APP SE
- Patented overlength folding; up to 98.4 ft folding
length with no intermediate layers
- Contains the ROWE FOLD APP SE
- Patented overlength folding; for unlimited folding
length
Please refer to the latest VarioFold Compact brochure to determine
the availability of optional VarioFold Compact modules.
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Folding system description
panel
3.2 System Overview
The following figures show the various components of the VarioFold
Left
cover cap
Compact:
- VarioFold Compact consisting of the base unit with cover and
offline table
- VarioFold Compact consisting of the base unit with floorstand,
cover, offline table, and rear delivery tray
- VarioFold Compact consisting of the base unit with floorstand,
cover, offline table, and motorized high volume tray
- VarioFold Compact consisting of the base unit with tablestand,
cover, and offline table
- VarioFold Compact control panel
- VarioFold Compact connectors, rear of left cover cap
- VarioFold Compact connectors, front of right cover cap
Cover
Right
cover cap
Control
Ruler
VarioFold Compact consisting of the base unit with cover and offline table
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Offline
Table
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Folding system description
VarioFold Compact consisting of the base unit with floorstand, cover,
offline table, and rear delivery tray
VarioFold Compact consisting of the base unit with floorstand, cover,
offline table, and motorized high volume tray
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Folding system description
VarioFold Compact consisting of the base unit with tablestand, cover, and offline table
VarioFold Compact, consisting of the base unit with floorstand, cover,
premium offline table, online bridge, printer adapter, and floorstand connector
VarioFold compact online with Motorized High Volume Tray
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Folding system description
The following functions can be selected on the control panel:
1 Longitudinal folding program button (select by repeatedly
2 Cross folding program button (select by repeatedly pressing
3 Favorites button via FOLD APP SE and PRO, can be
4 Stop button (stops folding process)
5 Forward paper clearing (output to rear delivery tray)
6 Reverse paper clearing (output to front delivery tray)
7 Display selected fan folding program
1
2
7
8
9
3
10
4
11
5
6
12
VarioFold Compact Control Panel Inch
pressing the button until the LED illuminates next to the
required program)
the button until the LED illuminates next to the required
program)
assigned up to 4 custom folding programs (select by
repeatedly pressing the button until the LED illuminates next
to the required favorite)**.
The following fan folding programs have been predefined:
- 7.5 -> Fan folding with 7.5”
- 8 -> Fan folding with 8”
- 8.5 -> Fan folding with 8.5”
- 9 -> Fan folding with 9”
- 1 -> Fan folding with 7.5” and 1” filing margin *)
- 1¼ -> Fan folding with 7.25” and 1.25” filing margin *)
*) In the online configuration, folded documents may only be
output to the front delivery tray.
**) If the motorized high volume tray is present, pressing and
holding the button moves the tray to the lower position
(removal position)
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Folding system description
A
commercially
-
available permanent marker can be used to label the
8 Display selected cross folding program
9 Favorite 1: top LED illuminates / Favorite 3: top LED flashes
10 Favorite 2: bottom LED illuminates / Favorite 4: bottom LED
11 Jam/error LED
12 Operating LED, permanently illuminated in operating mode
control panel Favorite buttons. Use commercially available cleaning
agents for label removal and cleaning.
The following cross folding programs have been predefined:
- 11 -> Cross folding with 11”
- 12 -> Cross folding with 12”
(select by repeatedly pressing the Favorite button)
flashes (select by repeatedly pressing the Favorite button)
Flashes cyclically in energy saving mode
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Folding system description
The following functions can be selected on the control panel::
1 Fan folding program key (select by repeatedly pressing the
2 Cross folding program key (select by repeatedly pressing the
3 Favorite key via FOLD APP SE and PRO, can be assigned up
4 Stop key (stops folding process)
5 Forward paper clearing (output to rear delivery tray)
6 Reverse paper clearing (output to front delivery tray)
7 Display selected fan folding program
8 Display selected cross folding program
1
2
7
8
9
3
10
4
11
5
6
12
VarioFold Compact Control Panel Metric
key until the LED illuminates next to the required program)
key until the LED illuminates next to the required program)
to 4 custom folding programs (select by repeatedly pressing
the key until the LED illuminates next
to the required favorite). **
The following fan folding programs have been predefined:
- 198 -> Fan folding with 198 mm (for file fasteners)
- 210 -> Fan folding with 210 mm
- 210P -> Package Fan folding with 210 mm
- 20 -> Fan folding with 190 mm and 20 mm filing
margin *)
- 25 -> Fan folding with 185 mm and 25 mm filing
margin *)
- 30 -> Fan folding with 180 mm and 30 mm filing
margin *)
*) In the online configuration, folded documents may only be
output to the front delivery tray.
**) If the motorized high volume tray is present, pressing and
holding the button moves the tray to the lower position
(removal position)
The following cross folding programs have been predefined:
- 297 -> Cross folding with 297 mm
- 305 -> Cross folding with 305 mm
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A commercially
-
available permanent marker can be used to label the
9 Favorite 1: top LED illuminates / Favorite 3: top LED flashes
10 Favorite 2: bottom LED illuminates / Favorite 4: bottom LED
11 Jam/error LED
12 Operating LED, permanently illuminated in operating mode
control panel Favorite keys. Use commercially available cleaning
agents for label removal and cleaning.
(select by repeatedly pressing the Favorite key)
flashes (select by repeatedly pressing the Favorite key)
Flashes cyclically in energy saving mode
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The following connectors are located on the rear of the left cover cap:
- Connector for 24 V power supply unit
- USB Type B connector (for connection to Fold Manager)
USB-B port
Power supply
connection
ROWE VarioFold Compact connectors, rear of left cover cap
The front of the right cover cap contains the connector for linking the
online Folding system with a printer.
9-pin D-sub
connector
ROWE VarioFold Compact connector, front of right cover cap
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3.3 Intended use
The Folding system is used to fold printed and copied documents.
The Folding system is designed for the following folding parameters:
Paper type Normal paper and inkjet paper
Paper weight 16 – 32 lb [60 - 120 g/m2]
Folding speed 65.52 ft/min [20 m/min]
Folding length (fan folding) 11.69 - 98.43
[297 - 2.500
With upgrades up to 98.43
[30.000
or unlimited
Folding length (cross folding) 59.06
[1.500
With upgrades up to 98.43
[2.500
(DIN folding)
Package width (fan folding) Standard formats 7.5,
8, 8.5, 9, 1/7.5, 1.25/7.25
[Standard formats 190/210,
185/210, 180/210, 198, 210
7 – 12 or 3.5 – 16.5
[180 – 305 or 90 – 420
(see ROWE FOLD APP)
Package width (cross folding) 11 and 12
[297 and 305
8.25 – 12 or 7 – 16.5
[210 – 305 or 180 – 420
(see ROWE FOLD APP)
in
mm]
ft
mm]
in
mm]
in
mm]
in
mm]
in
mm]
in
mm]
in
mm]
Uses that deviate from the intended use are considered misuse.
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3.4 Reasonably foreseeable misuse
"Reasonably foreseeable misuse" refers to use of the Folding system
in a manner not intended in the Instruction manual, but that can result
from easily foreseeable human behavior.
Reasonably foreseeable misuse:
- Personnel may use media that differ from those specified in the
"Intended use" section.
- The media used may not have the required properties (e.g.,
insufficient acclimation).
- Incorrect operating parameters can be set.
- Entries from the control area could result in conflicts with those
on the Folding system.
- Employees can manipulate safety guards
- Employees can remove separating safety guards and operate
the Folding system and its components.
- Unauthorized personnel can perform repair / maintenance
activities.
- Employees do not use original ROWE parts for repair /
maintenance activities.
- Personnel can combine the Folding system with unsuitable
third-party devices.
The items here are only a few examples of reasonably foreseeable
misuse, and are not intended to represent a complete list. This list is
based on the manufacturer's experience.
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3.5 Operating personnel responsibilities
Operating personnel are required:
- to avoid any method of operation that could negatively impact
on the safety and functionality of the system.
- to ensure that only trained, authorized personnel work on the
systems.
- to show changes that could negatively impact on the safety and
functionality of the system.
- to always disconnect the system from line power before
performing maintenance and service work.
3.6 Qualifications required for using the Folding system
Only use personnel who, through professional education, experience,
and instruction have sufficient knowledge regarding:
- Safety regulations
- Accident prevention regulations
- Guidelines and recognized rules of technology (e.g., national
standards)
The personnel deployed in this area should be restricted to persons
who can be expected to perform their jobs in a reliable manner.
Persons whose reactions may be impaired by drugs, alcohol, or
medications, are not permitted.
When selecting personnel, comply with the age and job-specific
regulations specific to the location where the device will be used.
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The following target groups and qualifications have been defined in
various areas for activities on the Folding system:
Table 3: Target groups
User groups Task Qualification Associated
documents
Developers and
designers
Production personnel Manufacture ROTH+WEBER
Transport personnel Transport None ---
Service personnel
level A
Service personnel
level B
Operating personnel
(user)
Refer to section 3.6.1
for further information
on operating
personnel.
Children under 14
years
Elderly (no longer
able to work)
Development and design ROTH+WEBER
employees
employees
Troubleshooting and error
correction, cleaning
maintenance
Troubleshooting and error
correction, cleaning
maintenance
Assembly
Installation
Start-up
Retrofit
Operation
Decommissioning
Disassembly
not permitted
not permitted
ROTH+WEBER
employees
Authorized by
ROTH+WEBER
Operating personnel
were instructed on the
tasks being conveyed
and the potential
hazards of improper
behavior.
Standards,
directives,
ordinances, etc.
Assembly
instructions
Service manual
Service manual
Instruction manual
3.6.1 Operating personnel with disabilities
ROWE took special care to include operating staff with disabilities
when developing the Folding system. However, using operating
personnel with disabilities requires careful, individualized
consideration by the operator with respect to the person and
workplace. The set of rules for places of work and social legislation
valid for the installation site will provide detailed regulations.
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4 Setting up the Folding system
4.1 Room conditions
The following prerequisites must be ensured before setting up the
Folding system:
- There must be sufficient free space next to the Folding system
so that the Folding system is accessible from all sides.
- We recommend setting up the Folding system in an area as
free of vibrations as possible (for example, not next to a large
die cutting machine).
- The relative humidity should be between 30 and 75%.
- Keep the Folding system dry.
Circuit breakers
- Protect the Folding system with10 A circuit breakers.
Assembly and start-up
- A VDE-inspected grounded receptacle near the Folding system
is to be used exclusively for the connection.
- Check in advance to ensure that the line voltage matches the
rated voltage listed on the rating plate. The rating plate is
located at the lower left on the rear of the Folding system.
- In addition please note:
- If the device is connected to an extension cable / multiple
socket outlet, the total amps of the devices connected to the
extension cable / multiple socket outlet may not exceed the
cable capacity. The wall socket may not be loaded with more
than 10A.
- The line power connection must be easily accessible and
hazard-free.
- The line power connection may not hinder access to the
Folding system.
- No objects may be placed on the line power cable. Ensure
that no one accidentally steps on the cable.
- Device components should not be forcefully inserted or
removed.
For further information on installing the Folding system, refer to the
VarioFold Compact Offline with Table Pedestal installation manual or
the VarioFold Compact Offline with Pedestal installation manual.
They are included in the scope of delivery.
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Operation
Folding system
in operationally reliable state
Risk of injury due to improper connection to the electric circuit
Material damage due to unreliable line voltage
5 Operation
5.1 Safety information
Operating the Folding system when it is not in an operationally
reliable state can result in significant property damage and personal
injury.
- Do not use the Folding system unless it is in an operationally
reliable state.
5.2 Activities and qualifications
Table 4: Operation - activities and qualifications
Activity Qualification
Operation Operating personnel
Clearing paper jams Operating personnel
Coordinating daily activities Operating personnel (authorized by the operator)
5.3 Connecting to the Electric Circuit
CAUTION
NOTICE
Before you begin working with the Folding system, connect the
1. Insert the jack of the power supply unit provided into the
2. Connect the power supply unit plug to a receptacle.
Improperly connecting the Folding system to the electric circuit can
result in significant property damage and personal injury.
- Use a VDE-inspected grounded receptacle exclusively for
connecting the Folding system.
- Ensure that the receptacle is protected with a circuit breaker up
to 10 A.
- When connecting multiple devices to a receptacle using an
extension cable or multiple socket outlet, make sure that total
current consumption does not exceed 10 A.
- Use a receptacle located near the Folding system.
Supplying the Folding system with unreliable line voltage can result
in significant material damage.
- Only operate the Folding system using the line power specified
on the rating plate.
Folding system to the electrical circuit via the power supply unit.
connector on the rear of the Folding system.
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5.4 Operating and energy saving mode
The Folding system automatically goes into operating mode when
connected to the power supply. The Folding system automatically
switches to energy saving mode once it is idle for 1 minute.
Placing a document to be folded on the offline table switches the
Folding system automatically to operating mode.
5.5 Shutting down the Folding system
To fully shut down the Folding system, disconnect the power supply
unit plug from the power supply.
With FOLD APP SE and PRO, you can define the folding program as
a start program. It automatically becomes active when the Folding
system is connected to power.
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5.6 Folding with the Default Folding Program or Custom (Favorites) Program
Follow the
Select a default or
favorite longitudinal
folding program
(section 3.2, control
panel)
information on the
offline table ruler
to correctly place
the document.
Place the
document to be
folded flush
against the left
edge of the ruler,
with the header to
the upper right.
Inserting the document
Select the folding program
required for cross folding using
the control panel. If a favorite is
selected, the cross folding
Remove the longitudinally folded
document from the delivery tray
and place it on the folding
machine feeder platform.
Smoothen the longitudinally
folded document with your hand
or with help of a ruler across to
remove air cushion between
individual layers. Then, put the
longitudinally folded document
face down again. Lettering field
forward and push until it gets
Insert the longitudinally folded document
captured. The system switches
automatically to cross folding for
document widths less than 240
mm. program is preset.
Fully folded
document
Fully folded document
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Operation
Offline folding with online connection
Follow the information
on the offline table
ruler to correctly place
the document. Place
the document to be
folded flush against the
right edge of the ruler,
face down and with the
header facing front left.
Remove the longitudinally folded
document from the delivery tray
and place it on the folding
machine feeder platform.
Smoothen the longitudinally
folded document with your hand
or with help of a ruler across to
remove air cushion between
individual layers. Then, put the
longitudinally folded document
face down again. Lettering field
forward and push until it gets
captured. The system switches
automatically to cross folding for
document widths less than 240
mm.
Select a default or
favorite longitudinal
folding program
(section 3.2, control
panel)
Select the folding
program required for
cross folding using the
control panel. If a
favorite is selected,
the cross folding
program is preset.
Fully folded
document
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5.7 Folding a Portrait Format Document with Header to the Lower Right (ANFOR)
For this folding, create a favorite with a fan folding width of 11” [297
mm] (see section 5.10.9 or 5.11.9). You will need FOLD APP SE or
PRO. For AFNOR folding, select the corresponding program using
the Favorite key and insert the document to be folded as described
below. The header is located to the upper left. For the second folding,
use the longitudinal folding program selection key (section 3.2, control
panel) to select required folding program 210P.
Insert the
Select the folding
program with the
Favorite key
(section 3.2,
control panel).
document for
longitudinal
folding, header
front left (1st
folding)
Insert the longitudinally folded document
Inserting the document
Select the folding program required
for longitudinal folding using
selection key on the control panel.
Smoothen the longitudinally folded
document with your hand or with
help of a ruler across to remove air
cushion between individual layers.
Insert the document for cross
folding as shown, with the text field
to the front right.
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Operation
Fully folded
document
Fully folded document
Offline Folding of a Portrait Format Document with Header to the Lower Right (AFNOR
Folding) on a VarioFold with Online Bridge
For this folding, create a favorite with a fan folding width of 11” [297
mm] (see section 5.10.9 or 5.11.9). You will need FOLD APP SE or
PRO. For AFNOR folding, select the corresponding program using
the Favorite key and insert the document to be folded as described
below. The header is located to the upper left. For the second folding,
use the fan folding program selection key (section 3.2, control panel)
to select required folding program 8.5 [210P].
Insert the document
for longitudinal
folding, face down,
header front right
(1st folding)
Select the folding
program with the
Favorite key
(section 3.2,
control panel).
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Remove the
longitudinally folded
document from the
delivery tray and place it
on the folding machine
feeder platform.
Smoothen the
longitudinally folded
document with your
hand or with help of a
ruler across to remove
air cushion between
individual layers.
Operation
Select the folding
program required for
longitudinal folding
using selection key on
the control panel.
Insert the document
for cross folding as
shown, with the text
field to the front right.
Fully folded
document
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5.8 Longitudinal Folding of Smaller Documents less than 9.45 in [240 mm]
For longitudinal folding of smaller documents less than 9.45 in [240
mm] deactivate the automatic switch between longitudinal and cross
folding. In this case, select the required longitudinal folding program
using the selection key (section 3.2, control panel). Pressing and
holding (at least 2 seconds) the selection key deactivates the
automatic switch. Only the LED of the required longitudinal folding
program illuminates on the control panel. The LEDs of the cross folding
programs do not illuminate.
If you have created a favorite for this folding you can deactivate
automatic switching there.
To reactivate automatic switching, select any folding program using the
selection keys.
Only longitudinal folding program 210 selected
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5.9 Cross Folding Documents wider than 9.45 in [240 mm]
For longitudinal folding of smaller documents less than 9.45 in [240
mm] deactivate the automatic switch between longitudinal and cross
folding. The procedure is the same as described in section 5.8.
Only cross folding program 297 selected
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Operation
ROWE FOLD APP
ROWE FOLD APP
ROWE FOLD APP
Endless Folding
5.10 FoldManager with inch units
5.10.1 APPs (inch)
The FoldManager contains various apps for using the Folding system.
Table 5: APPs (inch)
LT
The app is used to easily take various meter
readings:
- Linear feet
- Foldings and folded documents
In addition, this app offers 12 permanently
installed folding programs. The app is included
standard within the VarioFold Compact scope
of delivery.
Contains the ROWE FOLD APP LT In addition,
SE
with this app you can define an unlimited
number of user-specific folding programs, with
package widths from 7” to 12” (fan) and 8.25” to
12” (cross). In addition, fan folding of up to
157.48” and cross folding of up to 98.43” is
possible with the ROWE FOLD APP SE. Also
use the app to assign programs to the Favorites
keys.
Transverse folding: If the last layer to be folded
is smaller than 3.5”, it cannot be folded with.
Contains the ROWE FOLD APP SE. In
PRO
addition, you can create special folding
programs with this app, for example for maps
and stationary. Package widths of 3.5” to 16.5”
(fan) and 7” to 16.5” (cross) are possible.
Longitudinal folding: If the length of the
document to be folded is longer than desired
packet width x 21, only the Packet folding type
will be possible.
Transverse folding: If the last layer to be folded
is smaller than 3.5”, it cannot be folded with.
The app includes ROWE FOLD APP SE, as
Kit 30
well as the patented overlength folding without
unfolded intermediate layers, for fan folding up
to 98.43 ft.
Endless Folding is only available for the folding
scheme package.
All folded documents with the folding scheme
package may only be output to the rear after
installation of the app.
Endless Folding Kit 30 may only be used in
conjunction with the Rear Delivery Tray or
Motorised High Volume Tray. Failure to do so
voids ROWE's liability for the function as well
as the warranty.
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Endless Folding
ROWE FOLD APP
Kit UNLIMITED
SE+PRO trial
license
If the length of the fed document exceeds the maximum length of the
purchased license, the excess document length will be transported
unfolded out of the folding system.
Operation
The app includes ROWE FOLD APP SE, as
well as the patented infinite overlength folding
without unfolded intermediate layers.
Endless Folding is only available for the folding
scheme package.
All folded documents with the folding scheme
package may only be output to the rear after
installation of the app.
Endless Folding Kit Unlimited may only be used
in conjunction with the Rear Delivery Tray or
Motorised High Volume Tray. Failure to do so
voids ROWE's liability for the function as well
as the warranty.
Trial license, free of charge and with no
obligation, for the ROWE FOLD APP PRO,
automatically includes the SE license. The trial
license is valid for 250 folding procedures.
If you do not purchase a full license within the
trial period, the FoldManager is reset
automatically to the license acquired, and the
allocation to Favorites keys is canceled.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
5.10.2 Installation of FoldManager (inch)
To install the software you need the CD included in the scope of
delivery. Insert the CD in the PC drive. Normally, software installation
begins automatically. Should this not be the case, double-click the
"ROWE FoldManager" file on the CD to start it. This opens the Start
dialog, where you select "Install". Follow all further instructions.
5.10.3 FoldManager overview (inch)
Screen - "ROWE FoldManager" overview
1. Status:
Folding system status, meter readings, overview of installed
modules
2. Folding program:
Create, edit, and delete custom folding programs, assign them to
Favorite keys, define the start folding program.
To create custom folding programs and define the start folding
program, you need at least one license for the FOLD APP SE.
3. Licenses:
Overview of valid service contracts and the installed connection kit
Overview of installed licenses, ordering of licenses and trial
licenses, installation of recently purchased licenses. Information
on remaining folding processes after installing a trial license.
4. Updates:
Download and install new firmware updates.
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Functions that are not available to you because you are not logged on
1 2 3
5. Parameter:
Set the required language and unit of measure, change the folding
speed, correct the document front edge and rear edge.
6. Calibration:
Calibration of the folding system, printing of the calibration chart.
7. Logout:
Logging in and out in FoldManager.
8. Help:
Download the VarioFold Compact instruction manual.
9. Diagnosis:
Maintenance area for ROWE Service.
as an administrator or because you do not have to corresponding
software license appear grayed out.
5.10.4 System Log In (inch)
To use the software functions, log in as administrator under "Login".
Screen - System log in
1. Select the "Login" menu item.
2. Enter the user name and password.
User name: administrator
Password: admin
3. Confirm your entries with "OK".
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1 2 3
5.10.5 Changing the password (inch)
Screen - Change password
1. Select the "Change password" menu item.
2. Enter a new password in the dialog box and confirm it.
3. Confirm your entries with "OK".
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1 4 3 2
5.10.6 Set Language and Unit of Measure (inch)
To set the language and unit of measure, connect the PC to the
folding system with a USB cable.
Screen - Language setting menu
1. Log in as administrator and go to the "Parameter" menu.
2. Under "Settings", select the language required from the drop
down menu.
3. Confirm your entries with "Apply".
After confirming you will be asked to restart FoldManager.
4. In the drop down list select the system where you want to change
the unit of measure from metric (mm) to non-metric (inches).
5. Confirm your entries with "Apply".
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5.10.7 Setting the Folding Speed [Custom Speed] (inch)
For fast processing of large folding volumes, the VarioFold Compact
operates at a speed of 65.62 ft/min in offline mode. If needed, this
can be reduced individually with the Custom Speed function.
To set the folding speed, connect the PC to the Folding system with a
USB cable.
Screen - Folding speed menu
1. Log in as administrator and go to the "Parameter" menu.
2. Under "Folding system (offline mode)", select the folding speed
required from the drop down menu.
3. Confirm your entries with "Apply".
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1 2
3
3
5.10.8 Correcting Document Edges (inch)
If the folded document does not meet the desired dimensions, there is
the option to correct the dimensions later using the parameters
„Document front edge“ (cover sheet), “Document rear edge” (base
sheet) and „Transverse folding mode”.
- Fold a sample document.
- Check whether the document edges are perfectly aligned with one
another.
- Measure any deviation.
If the documents have a length of 23” - 27”, you have the choice
between two different folding modes.
- „Mode 1“ (standard setting), a full quire is folded and the
remaining part is distributed to two shortened quires. All in all,
three quires result.
- „Mode 2“, a full quire is folded and the remaining part is delivered
unfolded. Two quires result.”
To correct the document edges, connect the PC to the Folding
system with a USB cable.
Screen - Correct document edges menu
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1. Log in as administrator and go to the "Parameter" menu.
2. Correct the deviations under "Fan folding" and "Cross folding".
e.g.: If you measure an overlap of 0.08” in the document back
edge during fan folding, correct the document back edge
by -0.08”.
3. Confirm your changes with "Apply".
Fan folding package folding:
Machine folding – with a remaining length < 90mm the last layer
will be folded left-justified
DIN folding – with a remaining length < 90mm the last layer will be
folded according to DIN 824.
Cross folding mode:
Mode 1 = With a remaining length < 90mm the last layer will be
folded halfway.
Mode 2 = with a remaining length < 90mm the last layer will not
be folded anymore.
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5.10.9 Creating, Editing, or Deleting Custom Folding Programs (inch)
With licenses for the FOLD APP SE and PRO, you can create custom
folding programs, store them on the Favorites keys of the folding
system, and edit them at any time.
5.10.9.1 Creating Custom Folding Programs (inch)
To create custom folding programs, connect the PC to the Folding
system with a USB cable.
Screen - Custom folding program menu
1. Log in as administrator and then go to the "Folding program"
menu.
2. Click "+".
The "Edit folding program" selection field opens.
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1.
Folding mod
e
:
Select the desired folding mode
.
1
2
3
4
5 6
7 8 9
Operation
- Folding mode of fan and cross folding: Folding
automatically shifts between fan and cross
folding. Documents that are narrower than
9.45 in will be folded in cross direction. Wider
documents will be folded in fan direction.
- Folding mode is only fan folding: The documents
are folded in accordance with the fan folding
program only.
- Folding mode is only cross folding: The
documents are folded in accordance with the
cross folding program only.
2. Fan folding: Set the required package width for fan
folding.
3. Cross folding: Set the required package width for
cross folding.
4. Filing margin: If needed you can define a filing
margin between 0 in and 1.38 in.
5. Folding scheme: Select the required folding type.
- DIN folding type: The first page (cover sheet) and
the last page (back cover) of the folded
document are executed in the required fan
folding package width.
- Package folding type: The document is folded in
the defined fan folding package width. Any
residual length is simply folded over. This folding
type does not guarantee that the last page
corresponds to the fan folding package width.
6. Output: Select the required delivery type. Please
note that folded documents with a filing margin may
only be output to the front in offline configuration.
7. Identifier: Finally, provide a name for the new folding
program.
8. Manage favorites: If desired, save the new folding
program as a favorite, Click the key labeled with the
star and the corresponding number in the middle.
The favorite can now be selected using the folding
system favorite key. You can also define the folding
program as the start folding program. Click the key
with the star and "S" in the middle. This must also be
a favorite.
9. Save: Save the new folding program. The new
folding program that was created appears in the
"Favorites / Custom folding programs" list and is
automatically applied to the folding system. A USB
cable connection between the VarioFold Compact
and the PC is required.
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Operation
Click to select a custom folding program. The program selected for
1 2
3
5.10.9.2 Editing Custom Folding Programs (inch)
To edit custom folding programs, connect the PC to the Folding
system with a USB cable.
Screen - Edit custom folding program menu
1. Select the "Folding programs" menu item.
2. Click the key labeled with the pencil.
editing is highlighted in white. The selection field is displayed on
screen at the bottom to the right next to the list of folding
programs. Proceed as described in section 5.10.9.1.
3. Save your changes.
This simultaneously applies the changes to the folding system.
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Operation
Click to select a custom folding program. The program selected for
1
2
3
5.10.9.3 Deleting Custom Folding Programs (inch)
To delete custom folding programs, connect the PC to the Folding
system with a USB cable.
Screen - Delete custom folding program menu
1. Select the "Folding programs" menu item.
2. Click the key labeled with the X.
deletion is highlighted in white. Before the folding program is
permanently deleted, you are asked to confirm the action. This
prevents custom folding programs from being deleted accidentally.
3. Confirm your changes.
This simultaneously applies the changes to the folding system.
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5.10.10 Allocating Programs to the Favorites Keys and Selecting the Start Folding Program
(inch)
To fold using custom folding programs, they first have to be saved to
the VarioFold Compact Favorites keys using the FoldManager. When
creating a new folding program you can save it directly to the
Favorites keys when it is being created (see section 5.10.9). Existing
custom folding programs can also subsequently be defined as
Favorites. You can also use the FoldManager to determine the start
folding program. The program is active when the VarioFold Compact
is connected to line voltage in operating mode. A FOLD APP SE or
higher license is required for this function.
To assign programs to the Favorites keys and set a start folding
program, connect the PC to the Folding system with a USB cable.
Screen - Create and manage Favorites menu
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1. Select the "Folding programs" menu item.
2. Click the key labeled with the pencil.
Select the customer folding program you want to save as a
favorite. The program selected for editing is highlighted in white,
the editing field appears to the right.
3. Under "Manage favorites", click a key labeled with a star to define
whether the custom folding program should be saved as Favorite
1, 2, 3, or 4. Under "Manage favorites", you can also establish
the start folding program by clicking the key labeled with a star
and "S". This can be either a default folding program or a
customer folding program. Notice: A custom folding program has
to be saved as a favorite in order to be the start folding program.
4. Save your changes.
This simultaneously applies the changes to the folding system.
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5.10.11 Licenses (inch)
Select your software license for the FoldManager under the
"Licenses" menu item.
Connect the PC to the Folding system with a USB cable to view the
existing licenses for the FOLD APPS and folding kits.
Screen - Licenses overview menu
The following information is available on the "Licenses overview"
screen:
1. Information regarding existing service contracts as well as on the
connection kit installed for online operation of the VarioFold
Compact.
2. Overview of installed licenses, both trial and purchased full
licenses. Licenses that have not been purchased appear with
grayed-out icons.
3. Overview of remaining folding processes after installing a trial
license.
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5.10.11.1 Purchasing and Installing Licenses (inch)
Screen - Purchasing and installing licenses menu
1. Select "Purchase licenses".
A pop-up window opens, where you select the required software
license. Click "Inquiry" to confirm your selection and send it as an
e-mail to lizenz@rowe.de. If you do not have a mail program
installed on your PC, open the dialog box that contains
preformulated text with all required information; it will enable your
inquiry to be processed by ROWE quickly. Please send this text
by e-mail or fax to ROWE. Make absolutely certain to send ROWE
the IBUTTON_ID (see figure). Once you receive the license key
from ROWE, save it to your PC.
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2. Install the license by selecting "Install license". Select the license
key from the corresponding directory on your PC.
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5.10.11.2 Requesting a Trial License (inch)
Screen - Request trial license menu
1. Select "Request no-cost, no-obligation trial license now".
If you do not have a mail program installed on your PC, open the
dialog box that contains preformulated text with all required
information; it will enable your inquiry to be processed by ROWE
quickly. Please send this text by e-mail or fax to ROWE. Make
absolutely certain to send ROWE the TRIAL_ID and
IBUTTON_ID. Once you receive the license key from ROWE,
save it to your PC. Proceed as described in section 5.10.11.1
under item 2.
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5.10.12 Updates (inch)
There will be occasional updates available for your FoldManager. To
determine whether your FoldManager is up to date, select the
"Updates" menu.
To install firmware updates, connect the PC to the Folding system
with a USB cable.
Screen - Updates menu
1. Log in as administrator and then go to the "Updates" menu.
2. Follow the instructions.
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ROWE FOLD APP
ROWE FOLD APP
ROWE FOLD APP
Endless Folding
5.11 FoldManager with metric units
5.11.1 APPs (metric)
The FoldManager contains various apps for using the Folding system.
Table 6: APPs (metric)
LT
The app is used to easily take various meter
readings:
- Linear feet
- Foldings and folded documents
In addition, this app offers 12 permanently
installed folding programs. The app is included
standard within the VarioFold Compact scope
of delivery.
Contains the ROWE FOLD APP LT In addition,
SE
with this app you can define an unlimited
number of user-specific folding programs, with
package widths from 180 mm to 305 mm (fan)
and 210 mm to 305 mm (cross). In addition, fan
folding of up to 4 m and cross folding of up to
2,5 m is possible with the ROWE FOLD APP
SE. Also use the app to assign programs to the
Favorites keys.
Transverse folding: If the last layer to be folded
is smaller than 90 mm, it cannot be folded with.
Contains the ROWE FOLD APP SE. In
PRO
addition, you can create special folding
programs with this app, for example for maps
and stationary. Package widths of 90 mm to
420 mm (fan) and 180 mm to 420 mm (cross)
are possible.
Longitudinal folding: If the length of the
document to be folded is longer than desired
packet width x 21, only the Packet folding type
will be possible.
Transverse folding: If the last layer to be folded
is smaller than 90 mm, it cannot be folded with.
The app includes ROWE FOLD APP SE, as
Kit 30
well as the patented overlength folding without
unfolded intermediate layers, for fan folding up
to 30 m.
Endless Folding is only available for the folding
scheme package.
All folded documents with the folding scheme
package may only be output to the rear after
installation of the app.
Endless Folding Kit 30 may only be used in
conjunction with the Rear Delivery Tray or
Motorised High Volume Tray. Failure to do so
voids ROWE's liability for the function as well
as the warranty.
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Endless Folding
ROWE FOLD APP
Kit UNLIMITED
SE+PRO trial
license
If the length of the fed document exceeds the maximum length of the
purchased license, the excess document length will be transported
unfolded out of the folding system.
Operation
The app includes ROWE FOLD APP SE, as
well as the patented infinite overlength folding
without unfolded intermediate layers.
Endless Folding is only available for the folding
scheme package.
All folded documents with the folding scheme
package may only be output to the rear after
installation of the app.
Endless Folding Kit Unlimited may only be used
in conjunction with the Rear Delivery Tray or
Motorised High Volume Tray. Failure to do so
voids ROWE's liability for the function as well
as the warranty.
Trial license, free of charge and with no
obligation, for the ROWE FOLD APP PRO,
automatically includes the SE license. The trial
license is valid for 250 folding procedures.
If you do not purchase a full license within the
trial period, the FoldManager is reset
automatically to the license acquired, and the
allocation to Favorites keys is canceled.
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5.11.2 Installation of FoldManager (metric)
To install the software you need the CD included in the scope of
delivery. Insert the CD in the PC drive. Normally, software installation
begins automatically. Should this not be the case, double-click the
"ROWE FoldManager" file on the CD to start it. This opens the Start
dialog, where you select "Install". Follow all further instructions.
5.11.3 FoldManager overview (metric)
Screen - "ROWE FoldManager" overview
1. Status:
Folding system status, meter readings, overview of installed
modules
2. Folding program:
Create, edit, and delete custom folding programs, assign them to
Favorite keys, define the start folding program.
To create custom folding programs and define the start folding
program, you need at least one license for the FOLD APP SE.
3. Licenses:
Overview of valid service contracts and the installed connection kit
Overview of installed licenses, ordering of licenses and trial
licenses, installation of recently purchased licenses. Information
on remaining folding processes after installing a trial license.
4. Updates:
Download and install new firmware updates.
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Functions that are not available to you because you are not logged on
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5. Parameter:
Set the required language and unit of measure, change the folding
speed, correct the document front edge and rear edge.
6. Calibration:
Calibration of the folding system, printing of the calibration chart.
7. Logout:
Logging in and out in FoldManager.
8. Help:
Download the VarioFold Compact instruction manual.
9. Diagnosis:
Maintenance area for ROWE Service.
as an administrator or because you do not have to corresponding
software license appear grayed out.
5.11.4 System Log In (metric)
To use the software functions, log in as administrator under "Login".
Screen - System log in
1. Select the "Login" menu item.
2. Enter the user name and password.
User name: administrator
Password: admin
3. Confirm your entries with "OK".
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5.11.5 Changing the password (metric)
Screen - Change password
1. Select the "Change password" menu item.
2. Enter a new password in the dialog box and confirm it.
3. Confirm your entries with "OK".
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5.11.6 Set Language and Unit of Measure (metric)
To set the language and unit of measure, connect the PC to the
folding system with a USB cable.
Screen - Language setting menu
1. Log in as administrator and go to the "Parameter" menu.
2. Under "Settings", select the language required from the drop
down menu.
3. Confirm your entries with "Apply".
After confirming you will be asked to restart FoldManager.
4. In the drop down list select the system where you want to change
the unit of measure from metric (mm) to non-metric (inches).
5. Confirm your entries with "Apply".
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5.11.7 Setting the Folding Speed [Custom Speed] (metric)
For fast processing of large folding volumes, the VarioFold Compact
operates at a speed of 20 m/min in offline mode. If needed, this can
be reduced individually with the Custom Speed function.
To set the folding speed, connect the PC to the Folding system with a
USB cable.
Screen - Folding speed menu
1. Log in as administrator and go to the "Parameter" menu.
2. Under "Folding system (offline mode)", select the folding speed
required from the drop down menu.
3. Confirm your entries with "Apply".
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5.11.8 Correcting Document Edges (metric)
If the folded document does not meet the desired dimensions, there is
the option to correct the dimensions later using the parameters
„Document front edge“ (cover sheet), “Document rear edge” (base
sheet) and „Transverse folding mode”.
- Fold a sample document.
- Check whether the document edges are perfectly aligned with one
another.
- Measure any deviation.
If the documents have a length of 600 - 700 mm, you have the choice
between two different folding modes.
- „Mode 1“ (standard setting), a full quire is folded and the
remaining part is distributed to two shortened quires. All in all,
three quires result.
- „Mode 2“, a full quire is folded and the remaining part is delivered
unfolded. Two quires result.”
To correct the document edges, connect the PC to the Folding
system with a USB cable.
Screen - Correct document edges menu
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1. Log in as administrator and go to the "Parameter" menu.
2. Correct the deviations under "Fan folding" and "Cross folding".
e.g.: If you measure an overlap of 2 mm in the document back
edge during fan folding, correct the document back edge by -2
mm.
3. Confirm your changes with "Apply".
Fan folding package folding:
Machine folding – with a remaining length < 90mm the last layer
will be folded left-justified
DIN folding – with a remaining length < 90mm the last layer will be
folded according to DIN 824.
Cross folding mode:
Mode 1 = With a remaining length < 90mm the last layer will be
folded halfway.
Mode 2 = with a remaining length < 90mm the last layer will not
be folded anymore.
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5.11.9 Creating, Editing, or Deleting Custom Folding Programs (metric)
With licenses for the FOLD APP SE and PRO, you can create custom
folding programs, store them on the Favorites keys of the folding
system, and edit them at any time.
5.11.9.1 Creating Custom Folding Programs (metric)
To create custom folding programs, connect the PC to the Folding
system with a USB cable.
Screen - Custom folding program menu
1. Log in as administrator and then go to the "Folding program"
menu.
2. Click "+".
The "Edit folding program" selection field opens.
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Folding mode
:
Select the desired folding mode.
1
2
3
4 5 6 7 8
9
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- Folding mode of fan and cross folding: Folding
automatically shifts between fan and cross
folding. Documents that are narrower than
240 mm will be folded in cross direction. Wider
documents will be folded in fan direction.
- Folding mode is only fan folding: The documents
are folded in accordance with the fan folding
program only.
- Folding mode is only cross folding: The
documents are folded in accordance with the
cross folding program only.
2. Fan folding: Set the required package width for fan
folding.
3. Cross folding: Set the required package width for
cross folding.
4. Filing margin: If needed you can define a filing
margin between 0 mm and 35 mm.
5. Folding scheme: Select the required folding type.
- DIN folding type: The first page (cover sheet) and
the last page (back cover) of the folded
document are executed in the required fan
folding package width.
- Package folding type: The document is folded in
the defined fan folding package width. Any
residual length is simply folded over. This folding
type does not guarantee that the last page
corresponds to the fan folding package width.
6. Output: Select the required delivery type. Please
note that folded documents with a filing margin may
only be output to the front in offline configuration.
7. Identifier: Finally, provide a name for the new folding
program.
8. Manage favorites: If desired, save the new folding
program as a favorite, Click the key labeled with the
star and the corresponding number in the middle.
The favorite can now be selected using the folding
system favorite key. You can also define the folding
program as the start folding program. Click the key
with the star and "S" in the middle. This must also be
a favorite.
9. Save: Save the new folding program. The new
folding program that was created appears in the
"Favorites / Custom folding programs" list and is
automatically applied to the folding system. A USB
cable connection between the VarioFold Compact
and the PC is required.
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Click to select a custom folding program. The program selected for
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5.11.9.2 Editing Custom Folding Programs (metric)
To edit custom folding programs, connect the PC to the Folding
system with a USB cable.
Screen - Edit custom folding program menu
1. Select the "Folding programs" menu item.
2. Click the key labeled with the pencil.
editing is highlighted in white. The selection field is displayed on
screen at the bottom to the right next to the list of folding
programs. Proceed as described in section 5.11.9.1.
3. Save your changes.
This simultaneously applies the changes to the folding system.
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Click to select a custom folding program. The program selected for
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5.11.9.3 Deleting Custom Folding Programs (metric)
To delete custom folding programs, connect the PC to the Folding
system with a USB cable.
Screen - Delete custom folding program menu
1. Select the "Folding programs" menu item.
2. Click the key labeled with the X.
deletion is highlighted in white. Before the folding program is
permanently deleted, you are asked to confirm the action. This
prevents custom folding programs from being deleted accidentally.
3. Confirm your changes.
This simultaneously applies the changes to the folding system.
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5.11.10 Allocating Programs to the Favorites Keys and Selecting the Start Folding Program
(metric)
To fold using custom folding programs, they first have to be saved to
the VarioFold Compact Favorites keys using the FoldManager. When
creating a new folding program you can save it directly to the
Favorites keys when it is being created (see section 5.11.9). Existing
custom folding programs can also subsequently be defined as
Favorites. You can also use the FoldManager to determine the start
folding program. The program is active when the VarioFold Compact
is connected to line voltage in operating mode. A FOLD APP SE or
higher license is required for this function.
To assign programs to the Favorites keys and set a start folding
program, connect the PC to the Folding system with a USB cable.
Screen - Create and manage Favorites menu
1. Select the "Folding programs" menu item.
2. Click the key labeled with the pencil.
Select the customer folding program you want to save as a
favorite. The program selected for editing is highlighted in white,
the editing field appears to the right.
3. Under "Manage favorites", click a key labeled with a star to define
whether the custom folding program should be saved as Favorite
1, 2, 3, or 4. Under "Manage favorites", you can also establish
the start folding program by clicking the key labeled with a star
and "S". This can be either a default folding program or a
customer folding program. Notice: A custom folding program has
to be saved as a favorite in order to be the start folding program.
4. Save your changes.
This simultaneously applies the changes to the folding system.
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5.11.11 Licenses (metric)
Select your software license for the FoldManager under the
"Licenses" menu item.
Connect the PC to the Folding system with a USB cable to view the
existing licenses for the FOLD APPS and folding kits.
Screen - Licenses overview menu
The following information is available on the "Licenses overview"
screen:
1. Information regarding existing service contracts as well as on the
connection kit installed for online operation of the VarioFold
Compact.
2. Overview of installed licenses, both trial and purchased full
licenses. Licenses that have not been purchased appear with
grayed-out icons.
3. Overview of remaining folding processes after installing a trial
license.
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5.11.11.1 Purchasing and Installing Licenses (metric)
Screen - Purchasing and installing licenses menu
1. Select "Purchase licenses".
A pop-up window opens, where you select the required software
license. Click "Inquiry" to confirm your selection and send it as an
e-mail to lizenz@rowe.de. If you do not have a mail program
installed on your PC, open the dialog box that contains
preformulated text with all required information; it will enable your
inquiry to be processed by ROWE quickly. Please send this text
by e-mail or fax to ROWE. Make absolutely certain to send ROWE
the IBUTTON_ID (see figure). Once you receive the license key
from ROWE, save it to your PC.
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2. Install the license by selecting "Install license". Select the license
key from the corresponding directory on your PC.
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5.11.11.2 Requesting a Trial License (metric)
Screen - Request trial license menu
1. Select "Request no-cost, no-obligation trial license now".
If you do not have a mail program installed on your PC, open the
dialog box that contains preformulated text with all required
information; it will enable your inquiry to be processed by ROWE
quickly. Please send this text by e-mail or fax to ROWE. Make
absolutely certain to send ROWE the TRIAL_ID and
IBUTTON_ID. Once you receive the license key from ROWE,
save it to your PC. Proceed as described in section 5.11.11.1
under item 2.
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5.11.12 Updates (metric)
There will be occasional updates available for your FoldManager. To
determine whether your FoldManager is up to date, select the
"Updates" menu.
To install firmware updates, connect the PC to the Folding system
with a USB cable.
Screen - Updates menu
1. Log in as administrator and then go to the "Updates" menu.
2. Follow the instructions.
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5.12 Calibration
The offline table has to be calibrated to the base unit. This procedure
is usually performed as part of the initial installation. This necessary
initial calibration is indicated by sequential LEDs on the offline table
control panel. By feeding the calibration charts provided, the
document is transported through the Folding system. When
calibration is successful, the sequential LEDs stop and the Folding
system goes into operating mode. The default folding program for
longitudinal or cross folding illuminates on the control panel. The
calibration has failed if the sequential LEDs continue to appear.
Repeat the calibration chart.
If the offline table is removed, a firmware update has copied to the
Folding system, or folding dimensions do not correspond with the
selected folding program, we recommend performing a new
calibration.
To restart the calibration, connect the PC to the Folding system with a
USB cable.
Offline calibration:
Log in
In the Fold Manager select Calibration (LEDs flash variably), then
initiate the calibration chart or plan in size A0.
Online calibration:
Log in
In the Fold Manager select Calibration (LEDs flash variably), the using
the printer select a file in format A0 with the 0.84 inch binding margin
folding program, and print.
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Screen - Calibration menu
1. Selecting "Calibration Chart" opens a PDF file, and you can print
out the calibration chart.
2. Select "Start to switch the Folding system to calibration mode
(sequential LEDs on the control panel). Feed in the calibration
chart to start calibration. The document is transported through the
Folding system and calibration mode ends (operating mode
indicator in the control panel).
3. In the Fold Manager select Calibration (LEDs flash variably), the
using the printer select a file in A0 format with the 0,84 inch
binding margin folding program, and print.
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Risk of cuts when clearing the paper jam
Print media can have sharp edges. Contact with edges when clearing a
When opening the cover, make sure it locks into its final position and
5.13 Eliminating paper jams (non-motorized version)
CAUTION
If a fed document causes a jam (Jam/error LED illuminates red,
paper jam can result in physical injuries.
- Be extremely careful when clearing paper jams.
cannot fall down. Do not begin to remove the jam until you are certain
the cover is locked in place.
section 3.2, number 11 on control panel), it can be transported to the
rear delivery tray with the "Forward paper clearing" key (section 3.2,
control panel number 5), or to the front delivery tray with the "Reverse
paper clearing key" (section 3.2, control panel number 6), depending
on the delivery tray where the folding package is located.
If pressing the keys does not activate the clearing function or it is not
possible to transport the jammed document from the Folding system,
open the top cover (section 3.2) of the Folding system. Check
whether the two guide pins are in the upper position (see figure
below). If the guide pins are in the lower position, they have to be
pushed into the upper position. If the guide pins cannot be pushed
upward, turn the drive disk (drive disk figure) to support movement.
Carefully pull the jammed folding package either to the front (front
delivery tray figure) or the rear (rear delivery tray figure)
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Guide pin in upper
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Front delivery tray,
below the feed table
Rear delivery tray
If any paper remains i the folding machine after this, loosen the
mounting screws and remove the support brackets.
Carefully remove the infeed roller and remove any remaining paper.
Reinstall the infeed roller and secure it with the support brackets and
corresponding mounting screws.
Upper infeed roller
Left mounting screw and
support bracket
Right mounting screw and
support bracket
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After successfully eliminating the jam, and if necessary after closing
the top cover, the red Jam/error LED should go out after a short
period of time.
To ensure the function and safety of the VarioFold Compact with
online connection, the folding machine is deactivated when the
connector on the floorstand is unlocked and the machine is moved
away from the printer.
When the folding machine is moved back to the printer, make sure
the folding machine is properly connected and positioned on the
floorstand connector.
If the folding machine is not operational, check whether the folding
machine has been positioned such that the safety switch has been
actuated by the printer.
Safety switch
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Risk of cuts when
clearing the paper jam
Print media can have sharp edges. Contact with edges when clearing a
When opening the cover, make sure it locks into its final position
and
5.14 Eliminating paper jams (motorized version)
CAUTION
If a fed document causes a jam (Jam/error LED illuminates red,
paper jam can result in physical injuries.
- Be extremely careful when clearing paper jams.
cannot fall down. Do not begin to remove the jam until you are certain
the cover is locked in place.
section 3.2, number 11 on control panel), it can be transported to the
rear delivery tray with the "Forward paper clearing" key (section 3.2,
control panel number 5), or to the front delivery tray with the "Reverse
paper clearing key" (section 3.2, control panel number 6), depending
on the delivery tray where the folding package is located.
If pressing the keys does not activate the clearing function or it is not
possible to transport the jammed document from the Folding system,
open the top cover (section 3.2) of the Folding system. Check
whether the two guide pins are in the upper position (see figure
below). If the guide pins are in the lower position, they have to be
pushed into the upper position. If the guide pins cannot be pushed
upward, turn the drive disk (drive disk figure) to support movement.
Carefully pull the jammed folding package either to the front (front
delivery tray figure) or the rear (rear delivery tray figure)
Green drive disk
Guide pin in upper position
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Front delivery tray,
below the feed table
Rear delivery tray
If any paper remains i the folding machine after this, loosen the
mounting screws and remove the support brackets.
Carefully remove the infeed roller and remove any remaining paper.
Reinstall the infeed roller and secure it with the support brackets and
corresponding mounting screws.
Upper infeed roller
Left mounting screw and
support bracket
Right mounting screw and
support bracket
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After successfully eliminating the jam, and if necessary after closing
the top cover, the red Jam/error LED should go out after a short
period of time.
To ensure the function and safety of the VarioFold Compact with
online connection, the folding machine is deactivated when the
connector on the floorstand is unlocked and the machine is moved
away from the printer.
When the folding machine is moved back to the printer, make sure
the folding machine is properly connected and positioned on the
floorstand connector.
If the folding machine is not operational, check whether the folding
machine has been positioned such that the safety switch has been
actuated by the printer, see page 86 below.
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5.15 Error indicator
Table 7: Error indicator
Error Indicator Recommended solution
No connection to the OPS module - 5 warning signals - Check the connection below the
feed table
View of offline table from below
No connection to license EEPROM
(IButton)
License invalid - Jam/error LED on permanently
Machine defect
(error in computation control (run
time monitoring))
Machine not ready
(paper jam, safety chain open)
Calibration not yet performed - Folding program LEDs flash
- Jam/error LED on permanently
- 4 warning signals
- 3 warning signals
- Jam/error LED on permanently
- 2 warning signals every 5
seconds
- Jam/error LED on permanently - Check whether a document to
sequentially
- Disconnect the VarioFold
Compact from line voltage for at
least 3 seconds. Reestablish the
connection. If the problem
persists, contact ROWE Service.
- Contact ROWE Sales with the
error message that is shown.
- Contact ROWE Service with the
error message that is shown.
be folded is still in the Folding
system or whether the top cover
is open.
- Perform the calibration per
section 5.12.
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Risk of injury due to the base unit falling
5.16 Height Adjustment
Operation
Base Unit
Offline Table
Adjustment screws
CAUTION
Loosening the adjustment screws will cause the base unit to drop
suddenly. This sudden drop can cause severe injuries to personnel.
- Never adjust the height with the base unit and offline table
installed.
- Remove the base unit and offline table before loosening the
adjustment screws.
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Refer to the "Offline VarioFold Compact with Floorstand" installation
manual for information on removing the base unit.
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Operation
Adjust the height after removing the base unit and offline
table.
Refer to the "Offline VarioFold Compact with Floorstand" installation
manual for information on removing the base unit.
5.17 Connection to other printers
It is possible to connect the ROWE VarioFold Compact to an HP
DesignJet T1530.
Below you will find some information and notes how to use the printer
together with the ROWE VarioFold Compact.
Please observe the following things to guarantee an optimal workflow
of the HP DesignJet T1530.
HP DesignJet T1530
- Use only media roll with 3“ roll cores
The use of 2” roll cores is not allowed
- To avoid waste, please insert a media roll which fits to the format
- When starting the HP DesignJet T1530, the folding machine must be
switched off ( mis-feed of the ROWE VarioFold Compact possible)
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Technical specifications
6 Technical specifications
6.1 Rating plate - identification
Rating plate
6.2 Folding system data
Table 8: Folding system data
Weight (offline) 198.4 lb [90 kg]
Weight (online): 275.6 lb [125 kg]
Dimensions (offline):
Height 44.29 in [1.125 m]
Width 50.00 in [1.270 mm]
Depth 36.61 in [930 mm]
Dimensions (online):
Height 39.96 in [1.015 mm]
Width 50.00 in [1.270 mm]
Depth 40.16 in [1.020 mm]
Voltage (power supply unit) 100 – 240 V AC
Frequency (power supply unit) 50 / 60 Hz
Max. current (power supply unit) 2 A
Voltage (Folding system) 24 V DC
Max. current (power supply unit) offline 2.6 A
Max. current (power supply unit) online 3.5 A
Power consumption, standby < 0.8 W
Power consumption, offline operation < 58 W
Power consumption, online operation < 85 W
Line power connection - power supply
unit Connection cable with safety plug
Interfaces RS 232 serial/CAN/USB
Folding speed 65,62 ft/min [20 m/min]
The rating plate identifies the Folding system. It contains
the following information:
- Manufacturer's name
- Manufacturer's address
- Model name
- Number of the Folding system
- Technical specifications
- CE marking
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with options up to 98.43
Table
9
: Noise emissions
Table
10
: Thermal emissions
6.3 Emissions
Technical specifications
Folding length (longitudinal folding) 11.69 - 98.43
[297 - 2.500]
With options up to 98.43
[30.000 mm] or unlimited
Folding length (cross folding) 59.06
[1.500
[2.500
(with DIN folding)
Package width (fan folding) Standard formats 7.5,
8, 8.5, 9, 1/7.5, 1.25/7.25
[Standard formats 190/210,
185/210, 180/210, 198, 210
7 – 12 or 3.5 – 16.5
[180 – 305 or 90 – 420
(see FOLD APP)
Package width (cross folding) 11 and 12
[297 and 305
8.25 – 12 or 7 – 16.5
[210 – 305 or 180 – 420
(see FOLD APP)
In
mm
ft
in
mm]
in
mm]
in
mm]
in
mm]
in
mm]
in
mm]
6.3.1 Noise emissions
Operating mode Noise level LP
Standby Cannot be measured
Operation: 50 dB(A)
6.3.2 Thermal emissions
Operating mode Heat dissipation
Energy saving mode 4 W
Operating mode max. 58 - 82 W
6.4 System Requirements
A system with the following minimum configuration is required for full
functionality of the FoldManager:
- CPU - 1.66 Ghz Duo-Core. Memory - 2 GB
- Hard disk - 5400 rpm SATA, 100 MB free memory
- Interface - HighSpeed USB 2.0
- Operating system - Windows XP SP3 (32 Bit)
- Screen Size 17", Resolution 1280 x 1024 dp
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Technical specifications
Please be advised that the operating conditions for the
Folding
6.5 Operating conditions
system are mandatory. You must obtain the approval of the
manufacturer before operating the Folding system under different
operating conditions.
Ambient temperature 64.4 - 95 °F
[18 – 35 °C]
Ambient atmosphere Non-explosive
Max. relative humidity 30 - 75 %
Lighting Lighted implemented per local
ordinances
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Disposal (validity: EU member states)
7 Disposal (validity: EU member states)
Follow the national and local disposal regulations in effect at your
location when disposing of:
- the folding system
- the packaging materials
- fuels
- the waste media / printed media
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8 Index
Index
Assembly.................................................... 34
Calibration .................................................. 81
Changing the password (inch) .................... 48
Changing the password (metric) ................. 67
Connectors ................................................. 29
Contact information ...................................... 2
Control panel .............................................. 25
Control panel (metric) ................................. 27
Cross folding program button ..................... 25
Cross folding program key (metric) ............. 27
Disposal ..................................................... 95
Eliminate paper jam (motorized version)..... 86
Eliminate paper jam (non-motorized version)
............................................................... 83
Energy saving mode ................................... 36
Errors ......................................................... 89
Fan folding program key (metric) ................ 27
Favorites keys allocation (inch) .................. 57
Favorites keys allocation (metric) ............... 76
Folding programs (inch)
Creating (inch) ........................................ 53
Deleting (inch) ......................................... 56
Editing (inch) ........................................... 55
Folding programs (metric)
Creating (metric) ..................................... 72
Deleting (metric) ..................................... 75
Editing (metric) ........................................ 74
Folding: ................................................ 37, 38
FoldManager (inch) .................................... 44
APPs (inch) ............................................. 44
Calibration (inch) ..................................... 47
Diagnosis (inch) ...................................... 47
Folding program (inch) ............................ 46
Help (inch) .............................................. 47
Installation (inch) ..................................... 46
Licenses (inch) ........................................ 46
Logout (inch) ........................................... 47
Parameter (inch) ..................................... 47
Status (inch)............................................ 46
Updates (inch) ........................................ 46
FoldManager (metric) ................................. 63
APPs (metric).......................................... 63
Calibration (metric).................................. 66
Diagnosis (metric) ................................... 66
Folding program (metric) ......................... 65
Help (metric) ........................................... 66
Installation (metric).................................. 65
Licenses (metric) .................................... 65
Logout (metric) ........................................ 66
Parameter (metric) .................................. 66
Status (metric) ........................................ 65
Updates (metric) ..................................... 65
Forward paper clearing ............................... 25
Forward paper clearing (metric) .................. 27
Liability ......................................................... 9
Licenses (inch) ........................................... 59
Installing (inch) ........................................ 60
Purchasing (inch) .................................... 60
Trial licenses (inch) ................................. 61
Licenses (metric) ........................................ 77
Installing (metric) .................................... 78
Purchasing (metric) ................................. 78
Trial licenses (metric) .............................. 79
Longitudinal folding program button ............ 25
Modules, optional ....................................... 20
Reverse paper clearing .............................. 25
Reverse paper clearing (metric) ................. 27
Set height ................................................... 90
Settings (inch)
Dimensions, Document (inch) ................. 51
Folding speed (inch) ............................... 50
Language ................................................ 49
Unit of measure (inch) ............................. 49
Settings (metric)
Dimensions, Document (metric) .............. 70
Folding speed (metric) ............................ 69
Language (metric) ................................... 68
Unit of measure (metric).......................... 68
Shutdown ................................................... 36
Start folding program (inch) ........................ 57
Start folding program (metric) ..................... 76
Start-up ...................................................... 34
Switch on.................................................... 35
System Log In (inch)................................... 47
System Log In (metric) ............................... 66
Technical specifications .............................. 92
Circuit breakers ....................................... 34
Folding system data ................................ 92
Noise emissions ...................................... 93
Operating conditions ............................... 94
Room conditions ..................................... 34
System Requirements ............................. 93
Thermal emissions .................................. 93
Updates (inch) ............................................ 62
Updates (metric) ......................................... 80
Warranty....................................................... 9
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Appendix
9 Appendix
9.1 Declaration of conformity
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Appendix
Caveat emptor
The content of this material safety data sheet is subject to the warranty caveat.
9.2 Material safety data sheet
The content of this material safety data sheet is subject to the
following warranty caveat.
The material safety data sheet was conscientiously assembled to the
best of our knowledge as a brief guide for the safe handling of the
Folding system. ROWE retains the right to revise the material data
safety sheet should new information come to our attention.
It is the customer's responsibility to evaluate the extent to which this
information is sufficient for determining all necessary safety
measures, and to make certain with ROWE that this is the latest data
sheet.
ROWE will not be held liable, to the extent legally permitted, for the
correctness and completeness of this material data safety sheet.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Date: February 2015
Folding system: ROWE VarioFold Compact
Manufacturer: ROTH+WEBER GmbH
57520 Niederdreisbach - Germany
Description: Folding system for processing printed and copied documents
Folding speed: 65.62 ft/min [20 m/min]
Dimensions: 44.29 x 50.00 x 36.61 in [1.125 x 1270 x 930 mm] (H x W x D) Offline
39.96 x 50.00 x 40.16 in [1.015 x 1270 x 1020 mm] (H x W x D) Online
Weight: 44.29 x 50.00 x 36.61 in [1.125 x 1270 x 930 mm] (H x W x D) Offline
39.96 x 50.00 x 40.16 in [1.015 x 1270 x 1020 mm] (H x W x D) Online
Voltage - power supply unit:
Frequency - power supply unit:
Max. current - power supply unit:
Power consumption: Standby: < 0.8W
Line power connection - power
supply unit:
Noise level: Standby: not measurable
Ambient temperature:
Relative humidity
Approval mark: CE EU Low voltage directive (2014/35/EU)
100 - 240V AC
50 / 60 Hz
2 A
Operation: < 58 W (Online: < 85 W)
Connection cable with safety plug
Operation: 50 dB(A) (according to ISO 7779 in operator position)
Recommended 18°C - 35°C
Recommended 30 % - 75 %
EN 60950-1:2006 (2nd Edition) +A11:2009 + A1:2010+A12:2011+A2:2013
EMC Directive (2014/30/EU)
UL 60950-1:2007 R12.11
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.60950-1-07+A1:2011
FCC CFR, part 15, Kl. B
RoHS Compliance
EAC
Remarks: Follow the Instruction manuals and safety instructions.
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Appendix
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