Varitronics VariOuest Cutout Maker 1800 User Manual - Standard Warranty

Summary of VariOuest Cutout Maker 1800

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    User’s guide www.Variquest.Com.

  • Page 2: Copyright

    Ii variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide copyright copyright this manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be copied or reproduced by any means without the prior consent of varitronics, llc. While every precaution has been taken in preparation of this docume...

  • Page 3: Standard Warranty

    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide iii standard warranty standard warranty varitronics, llc warrants the equipment and accessories comprising the variquest ® cutout maker 1800 will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of customer purchase. Original ...

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Iv variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide safety information warning symbols safety information the instructions in this manual have been labeled with various types of caution and warning messages. The symbols preceding these messages indicate information that must be followed to avoid damage to...

  • Page 5: Warning

    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide v safety information warning symbols • always hold the plug firmly when removing it from the power socket. Do not simply pull on the cord. Pulling on the cord to remove the plug from the power socket or applying exces- sive force when doing so may damage th...

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  • Page 7: Contents

    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide vii contents copyright ....................................................................................................................Ii trademarks ...........................................................................................................

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    Viii variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 5 - maintenance maintenance summary .......................................................................................... 5-1 replacing the cutting blade .............................................................................. 5-2 replacing ...

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 1-1 1 features, accessories and materials this chapter provides an overview of the variquest ® cutout maker 1800 features, accessories and materials. The following information is contained in this chapter: • “features” on page 1-2 • “system accessories” on ...

  • Page 10: Features

    1-2 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide features features • the cutout maker is designed to allow even first-time users to quickly produce high quality cutout shapes from sheets of construction paper, cold laminated construction paper, card stock, bond paper, variquest ® vinyl sheets and vari...

  • Page 11: System Accessories

    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 1-3 system accessories system accessories the cutout maker comes with a starter maintenance kit that contains: • blades (3-pack) • blade/chad removal tool • tweezers.

  • Page 12: Materials

    1-4 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide materials classifications for unspecified paper types materials caution! Caution! Use of material other than that specified for use with the cutout maker may result in poor cut quality and damage to the blade. There is no direct correlation between pape...

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 2-1 2 components and specifications this chapter shows the locations of the major variquest ® cutout maker 1800 components and provides detailed system specifications. The following information is contained in this chapter: • “components” on page 2-2 • “per...

  • Page 14: Components

    2-2 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide components gantry cover open components perspective view gantry cover open no. Name 1 gantry 2 control panel 3 cutter bed 4 blade holder assembly 1 2 3 4.

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 2-3 components side view side view no. Name 1 usb cable receptacle 2 ac power cord receptacle 3 dc power supply fuse (2 amp) 4 off (0) on (1) power switch 1 2 3 4.

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    2-4 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide components control panel control panel the control panel provides buttons to manually start and stop cutter operation. Pressing the go button starts the cutter when all of the software selections are completed and the lcd display indicates a "ready" con...

  • Page 17: Specifications

    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 2-5 specifications control panel specifications cutout maker 1800 technical data sheet output • maximum cutout size: 11-1/2” x 17-1/2”; up to 2’ x 3’ when tiling • minimum scrap size: 4” x 6” (101.6 mm x 152.4 mm) machine • display: 4 line, 16 characters lc...

  • Page 18: Getting Started

    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 3-1 3 getting started this chapter provides instructions for unpacking and setting up the variquest ® cutout maker 1800. Keep this guide near the cutout maker so it can be available for reference. The chapter contains these sections: • “unpacking and positi...

  • Page 19: Unpacking and Positioning

    3-2 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide unpacking and positioning unpacking the cutout maker unpacking and positioning unpacking the cutout maker the cutout maker and accessories are packed in a cardboard carton with foam padding for protection during shipment. Carefully unpack the items and ...

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 3-3 unpacking and positioning verifying packaging contents verifying packaging contents after unpacking, verify that all of the following items have been included in the cutout maker box: no. Description 1 electrical power cord 2 usb cable 3 cutout maker 18...

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    3-4 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide unpacking and positioning positioning the cutout maker positioning the cutout maker to ensure proper functioning of the cutout maker on a work space, allow adequate space around the system as shown below. 2 in. / 51 mm 2 in. / 51 mm 2 in. / 51 mm 2 in. ...

  • Page 22: Setting Up The Cutout Maker

    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 3-5 setting up the cutout maker connecting the power cord setting up the cutout maker connecting the power cord warning never operate the cutout maker in an area where it can get wet caution! Caution! Always connect the power cord to the cutout maker before...

  • Page 23: Connecting The Cutout Maker

    3-6 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide connecting the cutout maker connecting to a variquest® design center connecting the cutout maker important use the usb cable supplied with the cutout maker to connect to the variquest ® design center or a pc. The usb cable complies with fcc “rules and r...

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 3-7 connecting the cutout maker connecting to a personal computer connecting to a personal computer the cutout maker provides a standard interface for connecting to a computer (usb connector). Connect one end of the cable provided to an available usb connec...

  • Page 25: Operating The Cutout Maker

    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 4-1 4 operating the cutout maker this chapter provides instructions for operating the cutout maker. The following information is contained in this chapter: • “loading material” on page 4-2 • “typical operating sequence” on page 4-3 • “operating example” on ...

  • Page 26: Loading Material

    4-2 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide loading material loading material before loading material on the variquest ® cutout maker 1800, you must choose the appropriate material type in the variquest ® design center software. This software is installed on the variquest ® design center or on yo...

  • Page 27: Typical Operating Sequence

    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 4-3 typical operating sequence operating example typical operating sequence important the variquest ® cutout maker 1800 can be used only with the variquest ® design center software. The variquest ® design center software is installed on your variquest ® des...

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    4-4 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide typical operating sequence operating example to smooth paper/start cut job: 1. Smooth the paper on the cutting mat. Note: smoothing paper on the cutting mat ensures a clean cut. 2. Press go to start the cut job. Once cutting is complete, you can remove ...

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 5-1 5 maintenance this chapter describes the periodic maintenance procedures required during normal operation of the cutout maker. The chapter contains these sections: • “maintenance summary” on page 5-1 • “replacing the cutting blade” on page 5-2 • “replac...

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    5-2 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide maintenance summary replacing the cutting blade replacing the cutting blade 1. Set the power switch [1] to 0 (off) to turn the machine off. 2. Open the gantry top cover [2a], locate the blade holder/motor assembly [2b] and move it toward the middle of t...

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 5-3 maintenance summary replacing the cutting blade 4. Press blade release button [4a] at the rear of the blade holder to expose the blade. Caution! Caution! The cutter blade protrudes from the blade holder [4b] slightly even when retracted. Take care to av...

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    5-4 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide maintenance summary replacing the cutting blade 6. Carefully position the blade in the blade holder [6] and insert it until only 1/4 inch of the blade protrudes from the holder. Caution! Caution! The cutter blade protrudes from the blade holder slightly...

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 5-5 maintenance summary replacing the cutting blade 8. Rotate the blade holder assembly 90° [8a] back to its operating position [8b]. 9. Close the gantry top cover [9] on the cutout maker. 8b 8a 9.

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    5-6 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide maintenance summary replacing the cutting mat replacing the cutting mat 1. Set the power switch [1] to 0 (off) to turn the machine off. 2. Slide the gantry forward [2a] and grasp the rear edge of the cutting mat. Slide the mat out (to rear) [2b] from be...

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 5-7 maintenance summary replacing the cutting mat 3. With the gantry moved forward [3a], position the cutting mat soft side up [3b] so that the sides of the mat protrude into the channels on each side of the bed [3c]. 4. Guide the cutting mat forward betwee...

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    5-8 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide maintenance summary replacing the cutting mat 5. Continue sliding the mat forward until the guide slots [5a] on the leading edge of the mat are fully engaged with the guides on the front end of the bed [5b]. 6. With the leading edge of the mat secured, ...

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 5-9 maintenance summary replacing the cutting mat 7. Turn the machine on. 8. Ensure that the gantry returns to the home position [8]. Note: in some cases, you may rotate the protective mat to make use of surface area that is not worn. Either end of the mat ...

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    5-10 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide maintenance summary oil gantry rails oil gantry rails 1. Lift gantry top cover [1]. 2. Apply a small amount of general household oil (such as 3-in-1 oil) to a clean cloth and wipe on exposed edge of upper [2a] and lower [2b] gantry rails. Note: take ca...

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 5-11 maintenance summary clean tip sensor clean tip sensor 1. Check that there are no obstructions, residue or paper debris covering the tip sensor. 2. Using the tweezers and chad removal tool from the maintenance kit, remove any debris from the tip sensor ...

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 6-1 6 troubleshooting this chapter describes how to locate and solve problems that you may encounter while using the cutout maker. The following information is contained in this chapter: • “process” on page 6-1 • “troubleshooting” on page 6-2 • “error codes...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    6-2 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide troubleshooting tips troubleshooting troubleshooting diagnosis required action cutout maker does not work even though the power switch has been turned on. 1. Verify that power cord has been plugged in properly. 2. Verify that power switch is turned on. ...

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 6-3 troubleshooting tips paper scrunching during cutting. 1. Adjust the cutting blade depth 1 step negative (see “loading material” on page 4-2). 2. Try cutting again. If condition persists, repeat step 1. 3. Clean tip sensor. See “clean tip sensor” on page...

  • Page 43: Error Codes

    6-4 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide error codes tips error codes the following table describes the error codes that may appear on the control panel and corrective action required to correct the problem. Note: error codes contain a 2nd digit that the user does not have to be concerned with...

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    Variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide 6-5 error codes tips cut speed error. Select a different object size and try again. Press stop to clear error. Error #11 1. Select a different object size in the variquest ® software on the design center touch computer or the pc. 2. Press stop to clear erro...

  • Page 45: Servicing The Cutout Maker

    6-6 variquest ® cutout maker 1800 user’s guide servicing the cutout maker tips servicing the cutout maker if you are unable to solve the problem, you need to have the cutout maker serviced. To service your cutout maker: 1. Write a description of the problem and a checklist of the steps you took when...

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