Product instruction manual
Magnum® MFM-LF Letter Folding System
Magnum Folders have been designed to be user friendly,
however we strongly recommend you take a few minutes
to read through this manual to ensure correct operation.
Keep this manual safe for future reference.
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Contents
Paper Size 148 x 210mm to 210 x 297mm/6 x 8” to 8 x 12”
Paper Weight Up to 200gsm single folding, up to 120gsm multiple folding
Paper Quality Woody paper, high-quality paper, high-quality paper for stencil printing,
medium-quality paper
Fold Type Single, Double parallel, Letter, Zig-Zag
Paper Feed System Automatic & Manual
Max. Stacking Capacity 250 sheets
Folding Speed 115 sheets per minute
Power Supply Required 13 Amps
Power Supply 220/240 V / 110-120 V
Rate Input Power 30W
Frequency (Hz) 50-60Hz
Dimensions 610 x 340 x 310mm
Gross Weight 12Kg
Specications
Page 2 - Specications
Page 3 - Introduction
Page 4 - Safety Instructions & environmental requirements
Page 5 - Information before use
Page 6 - Parts
Page 7 - Operation panel & functions
Page 8 - 13 How to use
Page 14 - 15 Maintenance
Page 16 - Troubleshooter
Page 17 - Warranty & Incorrect use
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Thank you for purchasing the Magnum MFM-LF Letter Folding System.
This system enables users to achieve greater eciency in clerical work by releasing
them from paper-folding work that has manually been performed in the past.
Please read these instructions carefully before starting to use the system to ensure you
get the best results and are competent at operation.
Should you experience any problems please contact your supplier.
Introduction
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Safety Instructions
• Make sure that the system is electrically grounded. This prevents an electric shock when there is a leak
of electricity.
• Use the system at 110 – 120 VAC, 220 – 240 VAC with a frequency of 50Hz to 60Hz. A re may start or
the system may break down if a higher or lower voltage is used, or if an electric current with a
frequency that is not within the range of frequency stated above.
• Do not place any objects on this system. A re may start or electricity may leak if water or a foreign
object enters the system.
• Handle the power cord with care. A re may start or an electric shock may be caused if the cord is
damaged, broken, or processed, if a heavy object is placed on the cord, or if the cord is bent forcibly.
• Do not pull the power plug out of or put it in the electric outlet using a wet hand.
Otherwise, an electric shock may be caused.
• Do not remove the cover of this system. Otherwise, an electric shock or injury may be caused.
• Do not remodel this system. Otherwise, a re may break out or an electric shock may be caused.
• If the system is used when it is in an abnormal condition, such as generating heat, emitting smoke,
and giving out a strange smell, a re may break out or an electric shock may be caused. Turn o the
power switch immediately and then pull the power plug out of the electric outlet. Afterwards, report
the fault to your supplier.
• If abnormalities such as the power cord generating heat and giving out a strange smell are found,
turn o the power switch immediately and then pull the power plug out of the electric outlet.
Afterwards, report the fault to your supplier.
• If a foreign object enters the system, turn o the power switch rst and then pull the power plug out
of the electric outlet. Afterwards, report the fault to your supplier.
• If thunder approaches, pull the power cord out of the electric outlet to prevent a re or breakdown
caused by the falling of a thunderbolt.
• Do not let hairs, a necktie or necklace hang above the drive of the system.
Doing so may cause an injury.
• Do not put the system on an unstable place such as a shaky stand or a slanted oor. Doing so may
cause the system to drop or fall down, causing an injury.
• Do not put the system in a moist or dusty place. Doing so may start a re or cause an electric shock.
• Be sure to pull out the power cord while holding the plug. If the power plug is pulled out while
holding the cord, a re may break out or an electric shock may be caused.
• Be sure to pull the power plug out of the electric outlet rst when moving this system.
Otherwise, the cord may be damaged, causing a re or an electric shock.
• Be sure to pull the power plug out of the electric outlet for safety purposes when this system is not
used for consecutive holidays or for other reasons.
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Check accessories immediately after unpacking. Should an item be missing, contact your supplier.
Accessory Quantity
Upper Plate 1
Lower Plate 1
Power Cord 1
Operation Manual 1
Information Before Use
1. Precautions on Installation
Do not install it in an unstable place such as on a faltering bench or an inclined place.
It may fall down or drop and cause an injury.
Do not install it in a dusty place or a place of high humidity.
It may cause a re, or an electric shock.
Do not install it in a place exposed to direct sunlight.
Avoid a location near a window.
It should be used at an ambient temperature of 5 to 35°C.
Do not install it in a location near a heating equipment.
Do not install it in a place exposed to a direct wind.
2. Checking Accessories
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Parts
Number Name Number Name
(1) Manual feed cover (10) Fine adjustable knob
(2) Right cover (near control panel) (11) Feed roller
(3) Control Panel (12) Left cover
(4) Side guide (13) Power inlet
(5) Auxiliary feed table (14) Fuse holder
(6) Extension feed table (15) Power switch
(7) Lower plate (16) Fine adjustment knob
(8) Upper plate (17) Fold stop
(9) Fold stop (18) Ejection tray
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Operation Panel and Functions
Number Name Function
(1) Count display Displays number of folded sheets. Lights up when power is on.
(2) Indicator lights RUN: lights up means machine is running.
NONE: lights up means sheets run out or plates are not well positioned.
JAM: lights up means there is a jam.
(3) Test button Press the button, machine will fold one sheet and stop.
(4) Start/Stop button Press this button, machine will continuously fold till sheets run out.
Press the button when running, machine will stop immediately.
(5) Clear/Reset button Press the button to clear the numbers displayed or reset the machine.
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How to Use
1. Install the upper plate.
Insert the upper plate along the guide line as far as possible, and seats on the support pins A B
as shown.
The lower plate is inserted in dierent directions for single fold and other folds.
Make sure both upper and lower plates are seated rmly in position.
If improperly installed, this machine will not work.
2. Install the lower plate.
2.1 For single fold.
Push fold stop to the end of C direction.
Then insert the lower plate along the guide
line as far as possible, and seats on the support
pins D E at the cutout.
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2.2 For Letter fold, Z fold, and double fold.
Insert the lower plate along the guide line
as far as possible and seats on the support
pins C E at the cutout.
3. Operation
(1) Connect the power supply.
Connect the power cord.
Turn on the power switch.
(2) Setting the fold stops.
2.1 Position the fold stop according to the required fold type.
Push the half-nut level to loosen and move the fold stop to the required position referring to
the color folding instruction on the plates. Loosen your grip and the fold stop will be locked
in position.
2.2 Fine adjustment.
Feed one sheet, press TEST button. Rotate the ne adjustment knob to move the fold stop to the
proper position according to the instructions below.
Move the fold stop by half of the distance to be corrected. For example, move the fold stop by 0.5mm
if 1mm of correction is required.
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Moving the fold stop if misalignment is serious: move inside if A or B is longer,
move outside if A or B is shorter.
DO NOT touch any moving parts during operation.
DO NOT let long hair, necktie etc. hang above the machine or near to moving Parts.
4. Correct Fold Misalignment.
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5. Automatic mode
5.1 Turn on the power switch.
5.2 Position the fold stop referring to the folding instruction.
5.3 Pull the ejection tray out.
5.4 Open the auxiliary feed table and pull out extension feed table.
5.5 Feed paper.
• Hold down the feed table,
• Load sheets on the feed table and keep printed side upward,
• Make sure inside edge of paper is ush with the front plate of the feed tray.
• Make sure paper is well positioned to the feed tray.
• Move the side guide to the edge of sheets without any clearance while keeping sheets at.
5.6 Press START/STOP button to run the machine. Machine will stop automatically if sheets run out.
You can also press START/STOP button again to stop the machine at any time.
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• Do not let folded paper exceed the max stack line.
• Make sure the sheets to be fed are clean and easily folded.
• Pull out the ejection stack the length a little longer than that of sheets folded.
Take the sheets out of the ejection stack in time, so the stacked sheets won’t exceed the max line,
which may cause a jam.
• Correct width misalignment.
When there is width misalignment, you can adjust the pillar to correct it as shown in the picture
below, the edge of the bottom part is outside of the surface, you need to push it toward,
and vice versa.
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6. Manual Feeding (bypass) mode
Close the auxiliary fold table before use manual feeding mode.
DO NOT insert more than 3 sheets at a time.
DO NOT insert paper weight more than 60 lbs / 150gsm.
DO NOT insert paper with staples.
6.1 Turn on the power switch.
6.2 Position the fold stop as required.
6.3 Pull ejection tray out.
6.4 Insert paper along the guide into the manual feeding socket. Hold and keep paper vertically.
6.5 Press TEST button.
An optional auxiliary feeding backrest is available for easier and quicker fold.
(as below pictures for easier installation)
Maintenance
1. Regular Clean
Paper dust and ink accumulate on some parts during use, which may result in dirty paper
and misfeeding.
Make sure you have turned o the power before cleaning.
1.1 Clean the paper separator.
1.2 Remove upper & lower plate, open manual feed cover.
1.3 Remove the feed roller by pushing is aside and disengaging the other end.
1.4 Clean all the rollers with a cloth.
2. Replacement of worn parts
For the replacement of feed roller and paper separator, please follow the procedure.
2.1 Open the manual feed cover.
2.2 Push the fed roller shaft towards the right cover (near the control panel).
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2.3 Push till one end is disengaged with the machine, lift the other side and remove
the feed roller shaft.
2.4 After replacement, repeat the procedure in the opposite sequence.
For other parts, please contact your dealer.
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Troubleshooter
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Ensure plug is tted correctly
No power present
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Warranty & Incorrect Use
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Your Magnum Folding Machine should reach you in perfect condition, however please retain all of the original packaging once
you have unpacked your Folding Machine in case you need to return it for repair. If your machine arrives damaged or faulty in
anyway, this must be reported to your supplier immediately. If the Folding machine is sent back for repair under warranty and
is damaged in transit due to faulty packaging your warranty may be void.
The Folding Machine you have purchased includes a 1 year warranty on defective parts and general wear and tear. It does not
cover any jams or misfeeds caused by operator error and you could be liable for the repair costs (including delivery charges) if
damage is caused by operator error.
E&O.E
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