Javelin Integra Inspired Design – Precision Engineering USER INSTRUCTIONS KC-EDITION 7165-01/12 Thank you for choosing the Keencut Javelin Integra. Every effort has been made to bring you a precision engineered product with the promise of many years of valuable service. In order to obtain maximum benefit from your machine please read these instructions carefully. For advice and assistance or replacement parts please contact your distributor or Keencut.
1 Contents 1 Contents 2 Safety & Preparation 2.1 3 Set-up 3.11 3.12 3.2 3.3 3.4 4 Installation Installation Blades and blade holders Changing the blade holder Medium duty blade holder Operation 4.1 5 Installation Recommendations Safety 4.2 The Graphik blade holder Cutting PVC foamboards Cutting, Scoring hard plastics, 4.3 4.4 Using the Rotary Cutter Changing the Rotary Blade Maintenance 5.1 Cleaning and Lubrication - (warning note) Adjusting the Cutting Head Sliding Bearings.
2.1 Safety & Preparation 2.1 CHECKING THE FLAT SURFACE (TABLE TOP) ■ Please note! It is essential that the cutter is used on a flat surface for accuracy. A warped or bowed table top can induce a twist or bend in the Cutter Bar resulting in a bowed cut. SAFETY ■ The blade must be removed before moving, cleaning or handling the cutter. ■ Do not place your fingers near the blade when using the machine. ■ Do not use the Cutter if there are any signs of damage to the Cutting Head or Cutter Bar Assembly.
3.11 Set-up 3.11 ■ DO NOT REMOVE THE PACKAGING BANDS UNTIL INSTRUCTED. CHECK THE TABLE SURFACE IS FLAT Check the flatness of the worktop by stretching a thin piece of strong thread between two blocks (of the same height) measure the height of the thread above the table surface at regularintervals. If it is not flat the tabletop will need to be adjusted, small adjustments can be made by using thin plastic or paper spacers between the cutter base and the table surface.
3.12 Set-up 3.12 FIT THE LIFTING HANDLES Using a 17mm spanner fit a lifting handle to each end. Once tightened they should move freely without sideways movements. Check the cutter is in the correct position on the table and that the Base Plate and End Plates are in line. 1 Attach the two End Plates using the four pan head screws 1. 1 Check that each lifting handle operates correctly. Lifting vertically remove the cutter from both guide rods at the same time.
3.2 Set-up 3.2 BLADES AND BLADE HOLDERS The Javelin Integra is fitted with an all-new vertical action cutting head which reliably controls the blade depth and eliminates the need for heavy downward hand pressure when cutting tough materials such as PVC foamboard. Providing a smooth consistent cutting action on just about every flexible material used in the Graphics and Sign making Industries.
3.3 Set-up 3.3 CHANGING THE BLADE HOLDER Before removing a blade holder make sure the blade has been removed or guarded as appropriate. Loosen both of the knurled screws A by two turns, raise the blade holder to align the clearance holes with the screw heads A and detach the blade holder. Reverse the procedure to refit or replace a blade holder and finger tighten the screws.
3.4 Set-up 3.4 MEDIUM DUTY BLADE HOLDER B Fitting the blade. Remove the magnetic blade guide by releasing the blade clamping knob B. Place blade onto the guide ensuring the blade notches are properly located and the back face of the blade is lying flat on the guide. Lower the blade guide into position feeding the blade behind the clamping bar. Adjust the height of the blade guide to give the correct blade depth and tighten the blade clamping screw B.
4.1 Operation 4.1 THE GRAPHIK BLADE HOLDER Detach the blade clamping plate C by removing the large black clamping screw D, if there is a blade already in the holder it will come away with the magnetic clamping plate C. Please note. The blade depth adjuster with the small black knob is free to slide along its slot and the raised pin on the underside locates in the small hole in the GRAPHIK blade. C D The underside of the clamping plate must be clean before fitting the new blade.
4.2 Operation 4.2 CUTTING The standard GRAPHIK blade holders can be set to cut at different depths and in either direction by simply adjusting or flipping the blade over in the holder. You can also push or pull the cutting head to suit your own comfort. DEEP CUT SHALLOW CUT DEEP CUT SHALLOW CUT Once the blade is set move the cutting head near to the start of the cut, press down the blade holder and push or pull to make the cut.
4.3 Operation 4.3 THE ROTARY CUTTER The Rotary Blade Holder is used to cut textiles, thin papers and other delicate materials, it uses a circular blade to press down onto a cutting mat or sheet of suitable plastic placed on the base of the machine. The red plastic blade guard helps to protect the blade and fingers but, be very careful as the blade is extremely sharp.
4.4 Operation 4.4 CHANGING THE ROTARY BLADE ■ The circular blades are extremely sharp - wear protective gloves and handle with care. Unscrew the clamping knob I to release the clamp plate then carefully remove the blade with the red guard and the blade centre boss. Separate the blade F from the red guard G and push out the magnetic centre boss H, be extremely careful, the point of a pencil can be used to help push the boss free of the blade.
5.1 Maintenance 5.1 CLEANING AND LUBRICATION It is good practice to keep a dust sheet over the cutter if it is not to be used for extended periods. In any event regularly clean it with a dry cloth or to remove any stubborn stains use a cloth dampened with a little water/detergent. Should the cutting head slideway require lubrication use a silicon spray or silicon impregnated sponge.
