GBC AWM-D Dual Twinbinder Instruction Manual

1. Уводзіны

This manual provides detailed instructions for the safe and efficient operation of your GBC AWM-D Dual Twinbinder. This machine is designed for both plastic comb binding (CERLOX) and wire binding (TWINLOOP), offering versatility for various document binding needs. Please read this manual thoroughly before initial use and keep it for future reference.

Figure 1: GBC AWM-D Dual Twinbinder. This image shows the complete binding machine with its two operating handles and distinct sections for plastic comb and wire binding.

2. Інструкцыі па тэхніцы бяспекі

• Заўсёды працуйце з машынай на ўстойлівай, роўнай паверхні.
• Падчас працы трымайце рукі і свабодную вопратку далей ад рухомых частак.
• Do not exceed the maximum punching capacity of 12 sheets per punch. Overloading can damage the machine.
• Ensure the machine is unplugged before cleaning or maintenance.
• Захоўваць у месцах, недаступных дзецям.
• Use only with compatible plastic combs and wire binding elements.

3. Прадукт скончыўсяview

The GBC AWM-D Dual Twinbinder features two distinct punching and binding mechanisms to accommodate both plastic comb and wire binding styles.

Ключавыя кампаненты:

• Punching Levers: Two levers for manual punching.
• Plastic Comb Punching Slot: For rectangular holes (2:1 pitch).
• Wire Binding Punching Slot: For square holes (3:1 pitch).
• Comb Opener: Mechanism for expanding plastic combs.
• Wire Closer: Mechanism for crimping wire binding elements.
• Margin Depth Adjuster: Controls the distance of the holes from the paper edge.
• Paper Size Guide: Ensures proper paper alignment.
• Паддон для адходаў: Collects paper chads from punching.

Figure 2: Close-up of the integrated measuring guide. This guide assists in selecting the correct binding element size for both 2:1 (plastic comb) and 3:1 (wire) pitches.

Figure 3: Margin depth adjuster. This knob allows adjustment of the punching margin, ensuring durability and proper page turning.

4. Настройка

1. Распакаванне: Carefully remove the Twinbinder from its packaging. Retain packaging for future transport or storage.
2. Размяшчэнне: Place the machine on a sturdy, level surface with adequate space for operation.
3. Паддон для адходаў: Ensure the waste tray is correctly inserted at the bottom of the machine. Empty it regularly.
4. Adjust Margin Depth: Use the margin depth adjuster (Figure 3) to set the desired distance from the paper edge to the punched holes. A deeper margin is recommended for thicker documents.

5. Інструкцыя па эксплуатацыі

5.1. Measuring Binding Element Size

Use the integrated measuring guide (Figure 2) to determine the appropriate size of plastic comb or wire binding element for your document thickness. Align your stack of pages against the guide to find the recommended size.

5.2. Punching Pages

The GBC AWM-D can punch up to 12 sheets of standard 80gsm paper at a time. Do not exceed this capacity to prevent damage to the punching mechanism.

1. Select Punching Type:
   • For plastic comb binding (CERLOX), use the section with rectangular holes (2:1 pitch).
   • For wire binding (TWINLOOP), use the section with square holes (3:1 pitch).
2. Выраўнаваць паперу: Insert the stack of paper into the chosen punching slot, ensuring it is flush against the paper stop.
3. ўдар: Firmly pull down the corresponding punching lever. Return the lever to its original position.
4. Паўтарыць: Continue punching in small batches until all pages are perforated.

Figure 4: Close-up of the punching pins. The machine features robust punching pins for consistent hole formation.

5.3. Plastic Comb Binding (CERLOX)

This machine binds up to 280 sheets using plastic combs (2:1 pitch).

1. Адкрыты грэбень: Place the plastic comb onto the comb opener mechanism with the teeth facing upwards. Pull the comb opener lever to expand the comb.
2. Загрузіць старонкі: Carefully load the punched pages onto the open comb teeth. Start with the back cover, then the main document pages, and finally the front cover.
3. Зачыніць грэбень: Push the comb opener lever back to its original position to close the comb, securing the document.

Малюнак 5: Выпample of a document bound with a plastic comb. This image illustrates the finished appearance of a plastic comb bound document.

5.4. Wire Binding (TWINLOOP)

This machine binds up to 120 sheets using wire binding elements (3:1 pitch).

1. Правад нагрузкі: Place the open wire binding element onto the wire holder hooks, ensuring the open side faces upwards.
2. Загрузіць старонкі: Carefully load the punched pages onto the wire loops. Start with the front cover (face down), then the main document pages, and finally the back cover (face up).
3. Transfer to Closer: Remove the loaded wire and place it into the wire closer slot.
4. Close Wire: Pull the wire closer lever down firmly to crimp the wire, securing the document. Adjust the wire closer setting if necessary for a perfect close.

Figure 6: Close-up of the wire binding mechanism. This shows the section where wire elements are placed for closing.

Малюнак 7: Выпample of wire binding loops. This image displays the characteristic double-loop wire binding.

6. Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне

• Пусты паддон для адходаў: Regularly check and empty the waste tray to prevent paper chad buildup, which can affect punching performance.
• Уборка: Працірайце знешнія паверхні прылады мяккай сухой тканінай. Не выкарыстоўвайце абразіўныя ачышчальнікі або растваральнікі.
• змазка: The punching mechanism is designed for long-term use and generally does not require lubrication. If you notice stiffness, consult customer support.
• захоўванне: When not in use, store the machine in a clean, dry environment.

7. Выпраўленне непаладак

8. Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі

• мадэль: GBC AWM-D
• Binding Type: Dual (Plastic Comb & Wire)
• Ёмістасць прабівання: 12 аркушаў (папера 80 г/м²)
• Plastic Comb Binding Capacity: Up to 280 sheets (2:1 pitch)
• Wire Binding Capacity: Up to 120 sheets (3:1 pitch)
• Прабіванне адтулін: Rectangular (2:1 pitch for plastic), Square (3:1 pitch for wire)
• матэрыял: Plastic and Metal construction
• Памеры: 47.8 х 53.6 х 33.8 см (18.8 х 21.1 х 13.3 цалі)
• Вага: 26.06 кг (57.45 фунтаў)

9. Гарантыя і падтрымка

For warranty information or technical assistance, please refer to the official GBC website or contact your local GBC authorized dealer. Keep your purchase receipt as proof of purchase.

GBC Webсайт: www.gbc.com