MIM094, MIM125 or MIM187 PA25213A01 Rev. 01 8-2007 METAL INDENTING MACHINE OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2007 The PANDUIT Metal Indenting Machine is a manually operated device to stamp desired legends into PANDUIT marker plates or tags, and PANDUIT PAN-STEEL stainless steel cable ties or strapping. MIM – Metal Indenting Machine • MIM094 - Indenting Machine with 3/32" (2.38mm) character wheel • MIM125 - Indenting Machine with 1/8" (3.18mm) character wheel • MIM187 - Indenting Machine with 3/16" (4.77mm) character wheel MIW – Metal Intending Wheels • MIW094 - 3/32" (2.38mm) character wheel kit • MIW125 - 1/8" (3.18mm) character wheel kit • MIW187 - 3/16" (4.77mm) character wheel kit Website: www.panduit.com E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support: 888-506-5400, ext. 3255 Fax: (630) 759-7532 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 .............................................................................................................................2 SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 2 .............................................................................................................................2 UNCRATING PROCDURE SECTION 3 .............................................................................................................................4 FUNCTION OF CONTROLS SECTION 4 .............................................................................................................................5 ADJUSTMENTS FOR STAMPING SECTION 5 .............................................................................................................................9 TO STAMP MARKER PLATES SECTION 6 .............................................................................................................................9 TO STAMP STAINLESS STEEL CABLE TIES AND STRAPPING SECTION 7 ...........................................................................................................................10 CHARACTER DIAL AND SPACING RACK REMOVAL & INSTALLATION SECTION 8 ...........................................................................................................................12 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE SECTION 9 ...........................................................................................................................13 CONTACT INFORMATION PA25213A01_01 Page: 1 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL SECTION 1: SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Height: 12" (305mm) Width: 10" (254mm) Depth: 18" (457mm) Weight: 41 lbs. (18.6kg) SECTION 2: UNCRATING PROCEDURE 1. Remove the cardboard liner in the shipping container. 2. The Metal Indenting Machine may now be removed directly upward. The press weighs 41 pounds (18.6kg) and should be lifted with caution. 3. The aluminum base attached to the press should remain attached. The base will allow for added stability and will not restrict handle travel. 4. Place the press on a stable work surface to avoid accidental upset. 5. Any shipping damage to the press must be reported immediately to the common carrier and to PANDUIT. NOTE: In the interest of higher quality and value, we are constantly improving and updating our products. Consequently, pictures in this manual may sometimes vary from the product enclosed. PA25213A01_01 Page: 2 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL FIGURE 1 ADJUSTABLE TENSION BLOCK SCREW (BEHIND CHARACTER DIAL) CHARACTER DIAL DIAL SELECTOR KNOB OPERATING HANDLE TABLE INSERT LOCKING SCREW SPACING ADJUSTMENT SCREW TABLE STOP CLAMP TABLE RELEASE LEVER ALUMINUM BASE DEPTH OF IMPRESSION SCREW FIGURE 2 CLAMP RELEASE LEVER TABLE INSERT ASSEMBLY TABLE INSERT GUIDE RAIL (2) DOVETAIL SPACING RACK PA25213A01_01 Page: 3 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL SECTION 3: FUNCTION OF CONTROLS (Refer to Figure 1 on Page 3) 1. ADJUSTABLE TENSION BLOCK SCREW – By turning the brass screw, the tension on the dial can be adjusted. If the tension is too light, it may not allow the dial to seat properly; and will make the dial difficult to move. 2. OPERATING HANDLE – The operating handle, when depressed, moves the table up and down. 3. TABLE STOP CLAMP – The stop limits the right hand travel of the table, which controls the left margin. 4. DEPTH OF IMPRESSION SCREW – The depth of impression adjustment screw limits the upward travel of the table. Turning the screw outward (clockwise), will allow the table to move further upward. 5. TABLE RELEASE LEVER – By depressing this handle, the table can be manually moved to the right margin stop. 6. SPACING ADJUSTMENT SCREW –The screw has a jam nut, which must loosen for adjustment. This screw limits the downward travel of the table. Turning the screw inward (upward) will allow the table to move further downward. By adjusting the downward limit of the table travel, letter spacing can be controlled. Note: Before adjustment, the machine may single space, fail to space, or create multiple spaces. For each different character size or if material thickness changes, an adjustment may need to be made. During adjustment, make sure the handle is returned to the full upright position. 7. TABLE INSERT LOCKING SCREW – This screw secures the table insert. After loosening the screw, the insert can be moved backwards and forwards. Engraved markings on the left hand edge of the insert are provided for reference purposes. Each increment measures 1/16”. An arrow index is stamped on the left hand side. 8. DIAL SELECTOR KNOB – The dial selector knob positions the character to be stamped. A pointer, fastened to the top of the casting above the dial, points to the character selected. Caution: Be careful not to accidentally stamp the table. KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF THE TABLE. Each time the handle is depressed, a character is stamped and the table moves one space to the left. Moving the handle a half stroke and back up, will advance the table without stamping a character. It is important to make sure the handle is returned to its full up-right position, otherwise the table will not space properly. PA25213A01_01 Page: 4 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL SECTION 4: ADJUSTMENTS FOR STAMPING Place the material to be stamped on the table and secure it with the table clamps. NOTE: If a piece of scrap material is to be used for set-up, make sure it is the same thickness of the actual material to be stamped. 1 2 To center the table: 2 1 1 2 To move the table forward or backward: PA25213A01_01 Page: 5 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL SECTION 4: ADJUSTMENTS FOR STAMPING (continued) To set depth of impression: Turn depth of impression screw outward (clockwise) a minimum of 6 full turns. Depress handle fully, making sure dial lightly touches material to be stamped. While holding handle down completely, turn screw inward (counter-clockwise) until it stops. PA25213A01_01 Page: 6 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL SECTION 4: ADJUSTMENTS FOR STAMPING (continued) Turn the screw one full turn outward (clockwise) and stamp the character. (The screw can be adjusted until the preferred impression depth is obtained.) To set the table stop: 2 Slide the stop to the right hand end of the stop bar and tighten the thumbscrew. 1 PA25213A01_01 Page: 7 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL SECTION 4: ADJUSTMENTS FOR STAMPING (continued) Depress the table release lever. Slide the table until the character wheel is to the desired starting location. NOTE: Be careful that the dial does not hit table clamps. 2 1 Operate the press. PA25213A01_01 Page: 8 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL SECTION 5: TO STAMP MMP SERIES MARKER PLATES AND MT SERIES TAGS NOTE: Stamping marker plates and tags under ½” wide is not recommended. NOTE: For first time use of the press, see “Adjustments for Stamping” section before proceeding further. SECTION 6: TO STAMP PAN-STEEL EH & SH STAINLESS STEEL CABLE TIES AND MS SERIES STRAPPING NOTE: Stamping stainless steel cable ties and strapping under ½” wide is not recommended. NOTE: For first time use of the press, see “Adjustments for Stamping” section before proceeding further. PA25213A01_01 Page: 9 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL SECTION 7: CHANGING CHARACTER DIAL, SPACING RACK REMOVAL / INSTALLATION AND Choose desired character dial and re-install. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN SET SCREW The character dial should turn easily, but should not have forward or backward play. PA25213A01_01 Page: 10 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL SECTION 7: CHANGING CHARACTER DIAL, SPACING RACK REMOVAL / INSTALLATION (continued) * Select the mating rack for the installed character dial. Slightly tighten screws. * Tighten screws securely, in order (after table is placed back onto press). Resume operation. PA25213A01_01 Page: 11 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL SECTION 8: LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 1. A few drops of light oil should be applied to oil hole if handle motion seems tight. Lubricate once a day if used continuously. CHARACTER DIAL STAMPING SURFACE FIGURE 3 TABLE DOVETAIL STRIP TABLE INSERT GUIDE RAILS SPACING RACK SPACING ADJUSTMENT SCREW HANDLE ADJUSTMENT SCREW 2. OIL HOLE Lubricate the rear character dial surface, the table insert guides and the table dovetail strip with a dry lubricant (graphite type). Do not use oil. PA25213A01_01 Page: 12 of 13 8-2007 MIM094 / MIM125 / MIM187 OPERATION MANUAL SECTION 9: CONTACT INFORMATION • For Technical Support: PANDUIT USA, Tinley Park, IL USA Tel: 888-506-5400, ext. 3255 • Fax: 630-759-7532 Website: www.panduit.com • E-mail: [email protected] PANDUIT Latino America, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico Latino America Tel.: 52 (333) 666 2501 • Fax.: 52 (333) 666 2510 Website: www.panduit.com • E-mail: [email protected] PANDUIT Europe, EMEA Headquarters West World, Westgate, London England Tel: 44 208 601 7200 • Fax: 44 208 601 7209 Website: www.panduit.com/emea • E-mail: [email protected] Deutsch Tel: 069 9509 6129 • Fax: 069 9509 6130 Français Tel: 01 4191 8572 • Fax: 01 4191 8573 Spain Tel: 91 377 8107 • Fax: 91 377 8108 PANDUIT Australia, Melbourne (Head Office) Dandenong, VIC Aus. Tel: 1-800-PANDUIT / 1-800-726-384 • Fax: 1-800-637-889 Email: [email protected] PANDUIT United Arab Emmerites Dubai Internet City, Dubai Tel: +971 4 3625435 /6 • Fax: +971 4 3908830 E-mail: [email protected] PANDUIT China, Beijing Xuanwumen Xidajie Xicheng District Beijing, China Tel: 8610 6641 0371 • Fax: 8610 6641 0375 Toll Free Customer Service - North China: 10800 6500 211 • South China: 10800 2650 211 E-mail: [email protected] PANDUIT Singapore – Sales Office Singapore, Republic of Singapore Tel: 65 6379 6700 • Fax: 65 6379 6759 E-mail: [email protected] PA25213A01_01 Page: 13 of 13 8-2007