Maintenance
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1.3 Die Set Service
The Die Set assembly is not serviceable other than inspection and periodic
lubrication.
If a Die Set is at its end of life, it will tend to cause paper jam due to hanging chips.
This is a result of die plate wear, and not pin wear, which cannot be corrected.
When this occurs, the Die Set should be replaced with a new one.
1.3.1 Die Set Life Expectancy
The Advanced Punch Die Sets have a minimum life expectancy of 500K cycles
(sheets of paper punched). With periodic lubrication and optimum paper types, life
can exceed this number. Access GP6 #1 to read the counter for the GBC module.
Variables that affect life expectancy:
• Failure to follow the lubrication schedule or using the incorrect lubricant
• Variety and types of paper being punched
• Cover stocks being punched
• Length of the average job
• Other environmental conditions
1.3.2 Die Set Components
The Advanced Punch uses two types of Die Sets.
Table 1.1 Die Set Types
Type Description Bindery Style
No Felt Oiler Pad — 3H, 4H, 5H, 7H, VB (VeloBind)
Encircled Felt Oiler Pad Felt oiler pad surrounds the
punch pins
PB 19H, 20H and 21H
(Plastic Bind), PC 32H and
34H (Pro Click), C4 44H and
47H (Plastic Coil)