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UNPACKING & SETUP
2
CONTROL PANEL
4
OPERATION
5
AutoBatch BATCH COUNTING
7
FD 386 CUSTOM FOLD SETUP
8
FD 38Xi CUSTOM FOLD SETUP
10
MEASURING FOLD LENGTHS
13
RECALLING, EDITING, & DELETING CUSTOM FOLDS
14
OPERATOR SETTINGS
16 - 18
Metric/Standard Fold Selection
16
Standard Fold Override
16
Test Sheet Setting
18
Default Settings
18
MULTI-SHEET FEEDING
19
CROSS FOLDING
20
FD 386 STACKER WHEEL POSITIONING CHART
20
REMOVING INFEED TIRES
21
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
22
ERROR SCREENS
23
TROUBLE SHOOTING
24
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The FD 38Xi / FD 386 Folder is designed to perform a wide variety of folds using a variety of paper weights. The fold
tables are automatically adjusted for standard folds and custom folds. Documents that are 8 ½” x 11”/14” and 11” x 17”
(A5, A4, A3, B4, B5 & B6) are detected by sensors on the infeed tray. Batch counting, self-centering side guides, and the
capability to cross-fold are added features. There are six pre-programmed standard folds and up to 35 (FD 38Xi) or 27
(FD 386) custom folds available. The folder will automatically stop after the last document has been folded.
SPECIFICATIONS
Speed:
Standard Mode: Up to 16,450/hour, depending on fold type
Hopper Capacity:
Up to 500 sheets of 20# paper (75gsm)
Paper size:
Min: 3.5” X 5” (88.9 W x 127 L mm)
Max: 12.25” X 18” (311 W x 457 L mm)
Pre programmed fold types:
Letter , Zig-Zag , Single , Gate , Fold Out ,
Double Parallel
Custom Fold Settings:
27 (FD 386), 36 (FD 38Xi)
Pre-Set Paper Sizes:
11”, 14”, 17”, A5, A4, A3, B6, B5, B4
Dimensions
Closed: 33” L x 20” W x 19” H (84 L x 51 W x 48 H cm)
Fully Extended: 60” L x 20” W x 19” H (152 L x 51 W x 48 H cm)
Weight:
74 lbs (34 kg)
Power:
110V - 240V AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 amps.
Safety Certifications:
UL & CE Applied For
1
Upper Fold Table
Telescoping
Outfeed Stacker
Self Centering Paper
Side Guides
Infeed Tray
Infeed Tray
Extension
Infeed Tray
Lever
Lower Fold Table
Non Operator Side
Operator Side
Multi-Sheet Feeder
(Option for FD 386)
Stacker Wheels
Top Cover
Control Panel
Infeed Tension Lever
Lower Fold Table Pins
Fig. 1a
Locating Pins
Upper Fold Table Pins
UNPACKING & SETUP
1.
Check package for shipping damage. If there is shipping damage, do not discard the box.
2.
Remove the machine and packed components from the box. The fold tables, telescoping stacker, Multi Sheet
Feeder (standard feature FD 38Xi, option for FD 386), power cord and cross-fold guide are wrapped separately in
the box.
NOTE: Two people must lift the machine from the box.
3.
Place the folder on a solid stand.
Install upper and lower fold tables, telescoping conveyor
multi-sheet feeder and power cord
1.
Be sure the plates are set firmly on the locating pins
(Fig 1a & 1b). Slide each fold table in until it meets the
first locating pin then push down to set in place.
2.
Lock the fold table into position (FD 38Xi Only) (Fig. 2)
3.
Repeat the same steps for the lower fold table.
Fold Table Lock
Fig. 2
Upper Fold Table Receptacle Location
Lower Fold Table Receptacle Location
Plug in Receptacle
Plug in Receptacle
Fig. 3b
Fig. 3a
4.
Plug the fold table cables into the receptacles on the side
frame (Fig. 3a & 3b).
5.
Insert the telescoping extension tray into the end of the
outfeed conveyor (Fig. 4).
6.
Insert the Multi-Sheet Feeder into the four slots located
on the top cover (Fig 5). This is standard on the
FD 38Xi, optional for the FD 386.
7.
Make sure the power switch is in the “OFF” position.
Plug the power cord into the power inlet and the wall
outlet.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
4 Slots
3
Telescoping extension tray
CONTROL PANEL - Home Screen Interface
4
No. NAME
FUNCTION
1
Resettable Counter
Displays the number of documents folded, can be reset between each job
2
Counter Reset Icon
Resets the counter to “0”
3
Speed Decrease Icon
Press to decrease the folder speed
4
Speed Level Display
Folder speed percentage
5
Speed Increase Icon
Press to increase the folder speed
6
Fold Selection Icon
Press to advance to fold selection screen
7
Paper Size Display
Shows the size of the paper in the folder
8
1X Fold Test Icon
Press to test the fold selected
9
AutoBatch Mode
Press to enter AutoBatch mode
10
Custom Fold Access
Press to select or edit previously saved custom folds
11
Operator Settings Icon
Press to enter to the operator settings screen
12
Start / Stop Icon
Press to start the folder. Press to stop the folder
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8
11
12
10
9
6
3
1
2
4
5
Any icon with a blue frame around it (i.e. #2 above) can be adjusted by pressing the icon.
Icons without a blue frame (i.e. #4 above) provide status, and cannot be pressed.
In any other screens, use the icon after choosing a setting or entering information.
To return to the home screen from any other screen, press the home icon.
Place power switch in the ON / “I” position.
2.
Extend the catch tray as required.
3.
FD 386 ONLY: Move the stacker wheels to the proper
position for the paper size (Fig. 6) (Refer to chart
below). Stacker wheels will automatically adjust on the
FD 38Xi.
4.
Set the self-centering paper side guides for the width
of the paper and lock in position using thumbscrews.
Place a single sheet of paper between the guides
and move them in or out, until the paper slides freely
between them.
5.
FD 38Xi ONLY: Adjust infeed tray tension lever (Fig. 8)
for different paper weights. Move the lever up towards
the “-” symbol for lighter paper and down toward the
“+” symbol for heavier paper. The middle position is for
standard paper weights.
6.
Raise the infeed tray lever to lower the infeed tray.
7.
Neatly stack paper on the infeed tray.
8.
Lower the infeed tray lever to raise the infeed tray.
Fig. 6
5
Tension Lever
Fig. 8
Self centering side guides
Fig. 7
Stacker Wheels
Stacker Wheel Positions A, B & C
8.5" x 11" 8.5" x 14" 11" x 17"
Letter
Zig-Zag
Single
Gate
Fold Out
Double ll
A
A
B
A
B
A
A or B
A or B
B
B
C
A
B
B
C
C
C
A or B
Operator side
Select the type of fold desired by pressing the fold
selection icon (Fig. 9). Note: If the fold selection
icon shows the desired fold press the “Start/Stop” icon
(Fig. 9) to begin folding.
10.
Select the standard fold type needed (Fig. 10) and
press the “Enter” icon to set the fold stop
positions.
When the fold stops are set the folder will return to the
home screen. The selected fold icon should now be
displayed.
Press the test icon to check the fold.
11.
If the fold is skewed, remove paper, lower the infeed
tray extension and turn the skew adjustment knob left
or right to make corrections (Fig. 11).
Press the test icon to check the fold.
12.
When satisfied with the test fold, press the “Start/Stop”
icon to begin folding. Press the same icon to
stop.
13. Press the “-” or “+” icons (Fig. 9) to adjust machine
speed to desired level.
Fig. 9
Fold selection icon
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Fig. 10
Standard folds selection icons
Custom fold setup icon
Enter icon
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
3.
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“Start/Stop” icon
Test Button
The AutoBatch feature can be set to count down the number
of sets in a batch, the number of sheets in each set, and the
delay between each set. To enter the AutoBatch Mode press
the icon on the main screen (Fig. 12a).
1.
To enter the number of sets press the icon
(fig. 12b). Enter the number of sets on the keypad that
appears. Next press the icon to select the number
of sheets, and then press the icon to enter the delay
between sets. Press the to exit the keypad (Fig.
12c).
2.
Press the icon to begin folding. The folder will
stop when the number of sets counts down to zero (0).
3.
To exit the AutoBatch Mode press the icon.
Note: Press the icon on the keypad to exit back to the
Auto Batch screen. Press the icon to edit the number
entered. Press the icon on the keypad to reset the
entered number to zero (0).
Invoices
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AUTOBATCH COUNTING MODE
Fig. 12b
Fig. 12c
Number of Sets
Number of Sheets per Set
Delay between sets (seconds)
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
3.
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AutoBatch Mode
Fig. 12a
Exit icon
“Start/Stop” icon
Return to Home Screen
FD 386 CUSTOM FOLDS SETUP
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The FD 386 has 27 custom fold settings that can be stored into memory for recurring jobs with fold settings that differ from
standard fold settings. To create a custom fold, from the Home Screen (Fig. 13) press the fold selection icon to
access the fold selection screen (Fig. 14) From the fold selection screen press the Custom Fold icon .
See page 13 to help determine the new fold measurements.
Fold Selection icon
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
3.
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Custom Fold icon
1.
Select the top fold plate icon (Fig. 15) to set the
fold stop position for the first fold (the icon will flash
dark gray when selected). Using the touch pad, key in
the measurement for the first fold stop position. (Note:
the minimum position is 1.62” and the max. position is
12.59”.).
Press the enter key to enter the measurement .
The white box under the icon will show the measurement
entered. (Fig. 16)
2.
Select the lower fold plate icon (Fig. 16) to set the
fold stop position for the second fold (the icon will flash
dark gray when selected). Using the touch pad, key
in the measurement for the second fold stop position,
(Note: the minimum position is 1.49” and the max.
position is 8.40”.).
Press the enter key to enter the measurement .
The white box under the icon will show the measurement
entered.
Leave the second fold stop position at Zero for Half Fold.
Fig. 15
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
Fig. 16
With paper loaded in the feeder press the test icon
(Fig. 17) to check that the fold settings are correct. To
adjust the settings repeat steps 1 and 2.
When the folds are set correctly press the save icon
to name and save the custom fold. Press the green box
with the check to continue or the red box with the X to
exit and return to the measurement screen.
4.
Select the job number the fold will be saved as (Fig. 18).
Press the letter icon to bring up the keypad to name
the custom fold.
5.
Key in the name of the job and press the save icon in the
bottom right corner (Fig. 19).
6.
Select the custom job and press the blue enter
icon to set the fold stops (Fig. 20). When the fold
stops are set, the folder will return to the Home Screen
with the custom job selected.
Press the start icon to begin folding.
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
3.
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Job name
1.
2.
3.
Save icon
Enter Icon
Test icon
Brochure
Brochure
Save icon
Custom Job list
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Enter Icon
Custom Job list
Letter Icon
Fig. 18
Fig. 17
Fig. 19
Fig. 20
FD 38Xi CUSTOM FOLDS SETUP
Fold Selection icon
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
3.
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Flyer
Brochure
Custom Fold icon
The FD 38Xi has 36 custom fold settings that can be stored into memory for recurring jobs with fold settings that differ
from the standard fold settings. To create a custom fold, from the Home Screen press the fold selection icon to
access the fold selection screen (Fig. 9) From the fold selection screen press the Custom Fold icon .
See page 13 to help determine the new fold measurements.
1.
Select the top fold plate icon (Fig. 23) to set the
fold stop position for the first fold (the icon will flash
dark gray when selected). Using the touch pad key, in
the measurement for the first fold stop position, (Note:
the minimum position is 1.62” and the max. position is
12.59”.).
Press the enter key to enter the measurement .
The white box under the icon will show the measurement
entered (Fig. 24).
2.
Select the lower fold plate icon (Fig. 24) to set the
fold stop position for the second fold (the icon will flash
dark gray when selected). Using the touch pad, key
in the measurement for the second fold stop position,
(Note: the minimum position is 1.49” and the max.
position is 8.40”.).
Press the enter key to enter the measurement .
The white box under the icon will show the measurement
entered.
Leave the fold stop position at Zero for Half Fold.
Fig. 23
Fig. 21
Fig. 22
Fig. 24
Next set the automatic outfeed stackers. There are 10
stacker positions available. Select the one that best
matches the size of the folded document. Using the
touch pad key in the stacker position (Fig. 25), key in
0 - 9 based on the chart below.
Press the enter key to enter the position. The white
box under the icon will show the position entered. (Fig.
26).
Stacker Wheel Positions:
0 Folded size to: 3.75”
1 Folded size to: 4.00”
2 Folded size to: 4.43”
3 Folded size to: 4.87”
4 Folded size to: 5.30”
5 Folded size to: 5.73”
6 Folded size to: 6.16”
7 Folded size to: 6.60”
8 Folded size to: 7.03”
9 Folded size to: 7.46” and greater
4.
With paper loaded in the feeder press the test icon
(Fig. 26) to check that the fold settings are correct. To
adjust the settings repeat steps 1 - 3.
When the folds and stacker wheels are set correctly
press the save icon to name and save the custom
fold.
5.
Select the job number the fold will be saved as (Fig. 27).
Press the letter icon to bring up the keypad to name
the custom fold.
FD 38Xi CUSTOM FOLDS SETUP, cont.
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4
Test icon
Save icon
1.
2.
3.
1.
Invoice
Fl
Custom Job list
Letter icon
Fig. 26
Fig. 25
Fig. 27
Custom Job list
FD 38Xi CUSTOM FOLDS SETUP, cont.
5.
Key in the name of the job (Fig. 28) and press the save
icon in the bottom right corner.
6.
Select the custom job and press the blue enter
icon to set the fold stops (Fig. 29).
When the fold stops are set, the folder will return to the
Home Screen with the custom job selected.
Press the start icon to begin folding.
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Fig. 29
Fig. 28
Example 1: “Z” Fold
1.
Measure the length of panel “A” + “B”, enter this number as the
upper fold table measurement.
2.
Measure the length of panel “B”, enter this number as the lower
fold table measurement.
Example 2: “C” Fold
1.
Measure the length of panel “A”, enter this number as the upper
fold table measurement.
2.
Measure the length of panel “B”, enter this number as the lower
fold table measurement.
Measuring Fold Lengths
Panel A
Panel B
Panel A
Panel B
Use the examples below to help determine the fold lengths for custom fold settings.
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Custom Job list
RECALLING, EDITING & DELETING SAVED CUSTOM FOLDS SETUP
1.
To recall, edit, or delete a saved custom fold from the
home screen press the saved job icon (Fig. 30).
2.
From the saved custom job screen you can recall a job,
edit, rename, or delete a stored custom fold.
To recall select the job from the list and press the blue
enter button (Fig. 31). The fold will be set and
then will return to the home screen to start processing
the job.
3.
To rename a job, select the job from the list and press
the letter icon (Fig. 31). Use the keypad to change
the name and press the save icon in the lower right
corner (Fig. 32).
4.
To delete a job, select the job from the list and press the
delete icon (Fig. 31). On the confirmation screen
press the green box with the check to confirm the
deletion or press the red box with the X to cancel the
deletion (Fig. 33).
Saved Job Icon
Edit Icon
Delete Icon
Letter Icon
Job name
Save icon
Sales Brochure
1.
2.
3.
Deletion confirmation screen
Fig. 30
Fig. 31
Fig. 32
Fig. 33
RECALLING, EDITING & DELETING SAVED CUSTOM FOLDS SETUP
5.
To edit a previously saved job, select the job from the
list and press the edit icon (Fig. 31). From the fold
setup screen use the same process as setting a custom
fold to edit the job settings (Fig. 34). See page 13 for
measuring guidelines.
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Fig. 34
A number of operator settings can be adjusted to personalize the FD 386 / FD 38Xi. This includes changing between
standard and metric settings, number of test sheets, Fold and Stacker Override, and Standard Fold Override.
This section will review each setting and how to adjust them. If needed, there is a Default Settings option that will reset to
factory settings. To advance to the Operator Settings Screen press the Tool icon on the Home screen.
mm
inch
Default
settings
Restabl
pliegues
Standar
Werksei
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
and stacker settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración estándar de plegado y apilador
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standardeinstellungen für Falz und Stapler an
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración de plegado estándar
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standard Fold-Einstellungen an
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
3.
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Operator Settings Screen
Operator Settings Icon
Standard / Metric Settings
1.
From the Operator Settings screen (Fig. 36) press the
measurement setting icon (Fig. 37) to change
between settings. The icon highlights in blue is the se-
lected setting. By changing this setting the paper sizes
will change from standard to metric or vice versa.
Press the home icon to return to the Home
Screen.
mm
inch
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
and stacker settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración estándar de plegado y apilador
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standardeinstellungen für Falz und Stapler an
Standard / Metric Icon
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Fig. 35
Fig. 36
Fig. 37
Standard Fold Override
1.
It may be necessary to adjust the factory set standard
fold settings for a particular fold type and paper size.
This can be done in the Standard Fold Override Mode.
From the Operator Settings menu select the Standard
Fold Override icon (Fig. 38) and press the enter
icon to select.
2.
“Standard folds will be modified from factory settings”
warning will be displayed (Fig. 39).
Press the green box with the check to continue or the
red box with the X to exit and return to the operator
screen.
3.
From the Standard Fold Override Screen select the
paper size and fold type that you would like to override
(Fig. 40). Then press the enter icon.
4.
Follow the same procedures as the custom fold settings
to adjust the folds (Fig. 41). Press the Test icon to
confirm the change is correct.
If the settings are good press the Save Icon to
save the new settings. A save confirmation will be dis-
played.
Press the green box with the check to continue or the
red box with the X to return to the fold setup screen (Fig.
42).
17
mm
inch
Default Reset: Resets standard folds to factory
settings
Restablecimiento predeterminado: restablece los
pliegues estándar a la configuración de fábrica
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
and stacker settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración estándar de plegado y apilador
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standardeinstellungen für Falz und Stapler an
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
f
mm
inch
Defaul
setting
Restab
pliegue
Standa
Werkse
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
and stacker settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración estándar de plegado y apilador
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standardeinstellungen für Falz und Stapler an
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración de plegado estándar
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standard Fold-Einstellungen an
Defau
setting
Resta
pliegu
Stand
Werks
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
and stacker settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración estándar de plegado y apilador
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standardeinstellungen für Falz und Stapler an
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración de plegado estándar
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standard Fold-Einstellungen an
Fig. 38
mm
inch
Default Reset: Resets standard folds to factory
settings
Restablecimiento predeterminado: restablece los
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
and stacker settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración estándar de plegado y apilador
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standardeinstellungen für Falz und Stapler an
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
mm
inch
Default Reset: Resets standard folds to factory
settings
Restablecimiento predeterminado: restablece los
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
and stacker settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración estándar de plegado y apilador
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standardeinstellungen für Falz und Stapler an
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
Fig. 39
Fig. 40
Fig. 41
Fig. 42
Standard Fold Override Icon
Test Sheet Setting
Default Settings - Return to Factory Settings
The number of test sheets can be changed between 1, 2 or 3.
1.
From the Operator Settings Menu press the Test Icon
to access Test Sheet Setting (Fig. 43).
2.
The number of test sheets can be changed to 1, 2, or 3.
Press the corresponding test button and then press the
enter icon to save the selection. The chosen icon
will be highlighted in black (Fig. 44).
Press the Home button to return to the Operator
Settings screen.
1.
From the Operator Settings screen press the
Default Settings icon (Fig. 45). A confirmation screen
will come up. Press the green box with the check to con-
firm or the red box with the X to cancel the setting (Fig.
46).
18
mm
inch
Default R
settings
Restablec
pliegues e
Standard
Werkseins
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
and stacker settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración estándar de plegado y apilador
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standardeinstellungen für Falz und Stapler an
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración de plegado estándar
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standard Fold-Einstellungen an
mm
inch
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
and stacker settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración estándar de plegado y apilador
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standardeinstellungen für Falz und Stapler an
mm
inch
Default Reset: Resets standard folds to factory
settings
Restablecimiento predeterminado: restablece los
pliegues estándar a la configuración de fábrica
Standard Reset: Setzt den Standard-Falz auf die
Werkseinstellungen zurück
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
and stacker settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración estándar de plegado y apilador
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standardeinstellungen für Falz und Stapler an
Standard Fold Override: Adjust standard fold
settings
Anulación de plegado estándar: ajuste la
confguración de plegado estándar
Standard Fold Override: Passen Sie die
Standard Fold-Einstellungen an
Default setting Icon
Default setting confirmation screen
Fig. 43
Fig. 44
Fig. 45
Fig. 46
The multi-sheet feeder is designed to fold pre-collated stapled or unstapled sets of up to four 20 # (75gsm)
sheets of paper. You may need to create a custom fold, depending on the thickness of the finished multi-sheet
set.
1.
Select the fold type and paper size (see page 6). The
Multi-Sheet Feeder accommodates 11” and 14” paper
lengths.
Adjust the side guides on the multi-sheet feeder for
the proper paper size. Loosen the brass thumb screw,
adjust the guides to fit the paper width and re-tighten
the thumbscrew (Fig 47a).
2.
Slide the pre-collated paper set into the multi-sheet
feeder. When feeding stapled sets the documents
should be placed with the staple on the operator’s
side and leading (Fig 47b).
3.
The sheets of paper will be automatically pulled into
the folder (there is a one-second delay after the paper
is placed in the feeder).
4.
If the fold is skewed, turn the skew adjustment knob
located on the back of the feeder left or right to make
corrections (Fig 47c).
5.
To remove the multi-sheet feeder, depress the release
levers located on either side of the lower back side of
the feeder (Fig. 47d), tilt the feeder forward and lift.
To reinstall depress the levers and reinsert.
Staple
Fig. 47b
Fig. 47a
Fig 47c
Brass thumbscrew
Skew Adjuster
Release Levers
Fig. 47d
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Cross folding refers to folding a document in one pass and
then running it through the folder a second time to be folded
again.
Common Application: Folding a 11” x 17” document in half
and then letter folding it to fit in a standard #10 envelope.
1.
Load folded paper into the feed tray with the fold
crease facing the non-operator side of the folder
(Fig. 48a).
Note: For best results, firmly run your hand over the
fold crease to help flatten the paper before loading.
2.
Attach the cross fold paper guide onto the feed tray
paper guide (Fig. 48b) and lower guide.
Note: Cross folding ability will vary based on the paper
weight and type. If the paper is too heavy it may not
be able to be cross folded.
Note: The guide can be conveniently stored under the
lower fold table when not in use (Fig. 48c).
Tab “B”
Tab “A”
Slot “B”
Slot “A”
Fig. 48b
To install cross fold guide hook tab “A” into slot “A” and
then lower tab “B” into slot “B”
Fig. 48a
Fold Crease
Cross Fold Guide
Fig. 48c
Cross fold guide storage
REMOVING OUTFEED COVER
The outfeed cover can be removed to access the exit roller. To
remove, unscrew thumbscrews that hold the cover in place (Fig.
15)
REMOVING INFEED TIRES
The infeed tires can easily be removed for cleaning and replace-
ment. Remove the Allen screw located on the left side of the feed
tire shaft (Fig. 16). Slide the shaft to the right to release from the
side frame and remove (Fig. 17).
Outfeed cover
Thumbscrews
Allen Screw
Fig. 49
Fig. 50
Fig. 51
1. It is recommended to let forms cool for one-half hour, from the laser printer, before folding. This allows toner to set
on the forms and static electricity to discharge. The FD 402 Jogger is recommended for best results. The Jogger
squares the forms and dissipates heat and static electricity created by laser printers.
2. Clean infeed tires and fold rollers with Formax recommended roller cleaner & rejuvenator to remove paper dust and
toner. A Formax Cleaner Kit is available from your dealer. A damp cloth with water is the best alternative.
CAUTION: Do not use any chemicals other than the roller cleaner & rejuvenator or water.
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Fold Rollers
1.
Make sure machine is turned off and unplugged. All folders
have four (4) rubber rollers (Fig. 18).
2.
Remove the upper and lower fold tables.
3.
Using Formax roller cleaner, spray a new cotton cloth until
the cloth is saturated. Wipe the wet cloth in a back and
forth motion making sure to clean the entire surface of the
fold and rollers. Next use a dry cloth and wipe off excess
toner. The cloth should be covered with black toner surplus
from cleaning the rollers.
4.
Run 10-15 sheets of blank copy paper through the folder to
ensure all cleaner has been removed from the fold rollers.
Running blank sheets will remove any excess residue of
cleaner on the rollers.
CLEANING PROCEDURES:
Paper Misfeed / Paper Jam
A misfeed has occurred. Reset the stack of paper in the
infeed and press the icon to resume operation.
A Paper jam has occurred in one of the areas indicated.
Turn the folder to the off position and unplug. Check the
area indicated for paper and remove. Replace the fold
plates and plug the folder in and the power on.
There is no paper in the infeed. Reload paper and
press the icon to resume operation.
The top cover is open. Close the top cover and press
the icon to resume operation.
Paper Out
Cover Open
FD 342 Touch Screen -Error Screens
Error screen will appear with arrow pointing to empty
Error screen will apear with arrow pointing to open
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Paper Jam
Error screen appears with arrows pointing to possible areas
to check. Press the return arrow to go back to home screen
at any time. If the jam is not cleared the error screen will
appear again after pressing start or 1x.
Paper misfeed
Error screen will appear with arrow pointing to infeed.
Press return arrow to go back to the home screen.
Cover Open
Paper Out
D 342 Touch Screen -Error Screens
Error screen will appear with arrow pointing to empty
infeed tray. Press return arrow to go back to the home
screen.
* Paper Out screen will come on if start is pressed and
the is no paper in the feed tray.
Error screen will apear with arrow pointing to open
cover with indicator to close cover. Press return arrow
to go back to the main screen.
per Jam
Error screen appears with arrows pointing to possible areas
to check. Press the return arrow to go back to home screen
at any time. If the jam is not cleared the error screen will
appear again after pressing start or 1x.
Paper misfeed
Error screen will appear with arrow pointing to infeed.
Press return arrow to go back to the home screen.
Cover Open
Paper Out
rror Screens
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Error screen will apear with arrow pointing to open
cover with indicator to close cover Press return arrow
rrows pointing to possible areas
arrow to go back to home screen
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g start or 1x.
Paper misfeed
Error screen will appear with arrow pointing to infeed.
Press return arrow to go back to the home screen.
Cover Open
FD 386/38Xi Touch Screen -Error Screens
Error screen will appear with arrow pointing to empty
infeed tray. Press return arrow to go back to the home
screen.
* Paper Out screen will come on if start is pressed and
the is no paper in the feed tray.
Error screen will apear with arrow pointing to open
cover with indicator to close cover. Press return arrow
to go back to the main screen.
Paper Jam
Error screen appears with arrows pointing to possible areas
to check. Press the return arrow to go back to home screen
at any time. If the jam is not cleared the error screen will
appear again after pressing start or 1x.
Paper misfeed
Error screen will appear with arrow pointing to infeed.
Press return arrow to go back to the home screen.
Cover Open
Paper Out
FD 386/38Xi Touch Screen -Error Screens
Error screen will appear with arrow pointing to empty
infeed tray. Press return arrow to go back to the home
screen.
* Paper Out screen will come on if start is pressed and
the is no paper in the feed tray.
Error screen will apear with arrow pointing to open
cover with indicator to close cover. Press return arrow
to go back to the main screen.
Paper Jam
Error screen appears with arrows pointing to possible areas
to check. Press the return arrow to go back to home screen
at any time. If the jam is not cleared the error screen will
appear again after pressing start or 1x.
Paper misfeed
Error screen will appear with arrow pointing to infeed.
Press return arrow to go back to the home screen.
Cover Open
Paper Out
FD 386/38Xi Touch Screen -Error Screens
Error screen will appear with arrow pointing to empty
infeed tray. Press return arrow to go back to the home
screen.
* Paper Out screen will come on if start is pressed and
the is no paper in the feed tray.
Error screen will apear with arrow pointing to open
cover with indicator to close cover. Press return arrow
to go back to the main screen.
Paper Jam
Error screen appears with arrows pointing to possible areas
to check. Press the return arrow to go back to home screen
at any time. If the jam is not cleared the error screen will
appear again after pressing start or 1x.
Paper misfeed
Error screen will appear with arrow pointing to infeed.
Press return arrow to go back to the home screen.
Cover Open
Paper Out
Control panel is not
illuminated.
Power switch turned off.
No power at the wall outlet.
No power to the machine inlet.
No power to the control panel.
Internal electrical failure
Turn on power switch.
Check wall outlet.
Check power cord for frayed/broken wires.
Press the button on the circuit breaker.
Call for service.
Fold table stop not moving
when “Test”/ “Start” is
pressed.
Fold table is not plugged in.
Electrical or mechanical failure
Plug in fold table.
Call for service.
“Cover Open” image is
displayed.
Cover open
Magnetic switch is broken.
Close cover.
Call for service.
“Paper out” image is
displayed.
Infeed tray is empty.
Place documents on the infeed tray.
“Paper Jam / Misfeed”
image is displayed.
Paper misfeed
Paper jammed at exit of folder
Reload paper and press “Counter Reset”
button.
Remove paper and press “Counter Reset”
button.
Black marks on the folded
paper.
Infeed tires, separator, and/or
fold rollers are dirty.
Clean the parts with approved roller cleaner
and rejuvenator.
Fold is skewed.
Infeed tray is out of adjustment.
Turn skew adjuster knob to remove the skew.
Stacker belts do not turn.
Broken drive belt, worn drive
gear.
Call for service.
Documents are wrinkled or
crunched.
Fold tables are not inserted
correctly.
Piece of paper or other material
is stuck in the fold table.
Remove and reinstall fold tables. Be sure
they’re properly positioned.
Remove object from the fold table.
Infeed tray lever does not
work
Broken spring
Call for service.
Double feeding forms
Documents stuck together
More tension is needed
Feed tire or separator worn
Jog forms to remove static electricity.
Adjust the infeed tension lever (page 5, Fig. 8)
Call for service
Not feeding documents
Feed tires aredirty
Feed tires or separator worn
Clean feed tires
Call for Service
Power loss
Circuit Breaker tripped
Under adverse conditions,
power input level may drop
below acceptable limits
Press black reset button next to power inlet.
When power is restored, turn off machine, then
turn on again to restore normal operations.
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