Xerox 2750 manual Crossfolding overview, Folds handle easier than Z-folds

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Crossfolding – overview

The accordion folded document is transferred to the crossfold section, which performs either one or two crossfolds depending on the media width (this being the longer dimension of the accordion fold). Crossfolded packets are delivered to a receiving tray at the side of the folder. The crossfold section may also be programmed from the operator’s control panel to eject the accordion-folded document to the rear receiving tray without further folding – an automatic function for oversize drawings.

Two packet orientations

Folded print packets come in two basic orientations, portrait and landscape. The portrait, vertical style is the more traditional, and is used almost exclusively in European and certain other non-US markets. Landscape, horizontal folding is increasingly popular, especially in the US, because the resulting packet is easier to file.

Two fold styles

Printfold Folders are capable of folding portrait and landscape packets in either of two ways, Z-fold or C- fold, diagram below.

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C-folds handle easier than Z-folds

C-fold packets can be filed with only one edge showing, and are therefore easier to sort through and retrieve. The Folder can be programmed for either Z- or C-folds, but some user surveys show a preference for the latter.

The Z-fold packet (otherwise known as a DIN-fold) is the more conventional, but it suffers from the disadvantage that it always has an outgoing flap of paper that snags on other documents. It can be awkward to retrieve from a file. Additionally, Z-folding is not possible with some document sizes and orientations.

C-fold packets, a feature exclusive to Printfold folders, handle easier than Z-folds because they sit in the file with only one edge showing, and can therefore be sorted through much faster.

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Contents PRINTFOLD Synergix Fold System Engineering Document Folder Synergix Fold System General informationMain components of the Model 2750 Folder Power entry module / counter / communications port Operator’s control panelMain control panel Stacker/Handfeed Instant service accessBridge Automatic document diversionTower in normal folding and bypass modes Manual feed slotAccordion folding overview Standard accordion fold packetType F bookfold packet Crossfolding overview Folds handle easier than Z-foldsSEL = standard feed direction Key facts about fold programsLEL = non-standard feed direction Width sensors at input end of bridge Main features of the 2750 folding system Options availablePower entry panel After installationModel 2750 Folder operator’s side 12 Z-folded packet, portrait style Operator’s controls½ x 11 C-folded packet, landscape style BkaZ ½ x 11 book-folded packet Z fold onlyFold Selection Host controller Start-upOn-line programs Reset procedureFold Selection Standalone Hand feed programsManual document feeding Rear of diverter tower, showing stacker/off-line componentsTo begin hand feeding Hand feeding a documentExiting Handfeed Mode Jam conditions Clearing a jamRaising the bridge lid Bridge and Bridge ExitIf the document is visible Unlocking the bridgeTower Access to the towerRaising the bridge Accordion folder lid in raised position Use the jog feature …Accordion Folder Opening the upper clam shellRaising the drum faceplate shutter Using the crank handle to rotate the drumEjector springs on crank handle Crossfolder latches CrossfolderUpper section of the crossfolder in raised position Crossfolder rear panel Crossfold TransferCrossfold Pocket and Crossfold Exit Unhitching the accordion and cross folderCrank handle engaged in crossfold roll Interlock OpenCrossfold pocket System Error Accordion Folder Initial phase of the folding programIn-feed and accordion folding components Drum reversal develops a loop Panel measuring phaseCompletion of the first fold Starting the second fold Accordion fold compensating panelsCrossfolder Document inversionFirst crossfold action Single crossfold mode Double crossfold modeOperator’s control panel System MenuJog functions PasswordsCommunications mode Parameter viewing and modificationAccessible only to the Key Operator and technician Device testActivity counters Recent errorsSheets 1s 3 0 5 721p Synergix Fold System 40 & XES 2750 Series fold tables DescriptionAfnor Fold Banks Peco Fold MIXFold Bank 1 common European sizes Folder Error Messages Message Definition Location or type of error