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• T-650
• Multi-Side Inline Tabber
• & Stamp AffixerOPERATIONS MANUAL
• Revised: 8/25/2010
• RENA Systems Inc. would like to Thank You for investing in o
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• Table of Contents
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• Section Page #
• SECTION 1 – GETTING ACQUAINTED 6
• Safety Precautions” 6
• Packaging/Shipping 7
• Contents 7
• Front and Entrance End View 8
• Exit End View 9
• Power and Control Connections View 10
• Tabber Control Panel 11
• EasyFeed 120 (Optional Feeder) Connections/Controls 12
• SECTION 2 – ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 13
• Choose a Location 13
• Installing the Reel Assemblies 13
• Positioning the optional EasyFeed 120 Feeder 14
• Plugging in the Feeder and Tabber 15
• SECTION 3- MECHANICAL SETUP 16
• Adjusting the Tabber to Accommodate the Media 17
• Media Thickness Adjustment 19
• Adjusting the Peel Plate Position for the Application 20
• Loading Tabs/Stamps 21
• Adjusting the Feeder 22
• Head 1 Adjustment – Side Tabbing 23
• Head 1 Adjustment – Front Tabbing 26
• Head 1 Adjustment – Applying Stamps 29
• Head 2 Adjustment – Side Tabbing 32
• SECTION 3 – MENU FEATURES & JOB PROGRAMMING 35
• Start-Up Screen (Run Screen) 35
• INFO Key and Info Screen 36
• Advanced Features 37
• Job Features 39
• Manual Tab/Stamp Positioning Features 39
• Automatic Tab Positioning Features 43
• Tab Sensor (V-Tab) Adjustment 47
• Automatic V-Tab Adjustment: 47
• Manual V-Tab Adjustment: 49
• Tab/Stamp Pitch Adjustment 52
• Job Programming Notes 53
• Job Example A: Placing Tabs with Head 2 - Automatic Setup 54
• Job Example B: Placing Tabs with Head 1 - Manual Setup 59
• Placing Multiple Tabs 64
• Job Example C: Placing Tabs on Opposite Sides 65
• Job Example D: Placing Tabs on Perpendicular Sides 75
• Job Example E: Applying Stamps 84
• Applying Multiple Stamps 89
• SECTION 4 – OPERATION 90
• Operation Check-List 90
• Sequence of Operation 91
• Selecting a Pre-Programmed Job to Run 92
• Tab Positioning Adjustments (Fine Adjustments) 93
• Front Tab: 93
• Side Tab: 94
• SECTION 5 – OPERATOR MAINTENANCE 96
• Cleaning 96
• Rollers and Transport belts 96
• Shafts with Movable Parts 96
• Sensors 97
• Media Sensor Test 97
• Tab Sensor Test 97
• Tab Wrap Guides 98
• Lubrication 99
• Service Notes for Qualified Rena Service Technicians: 100
• SECTION 6 – TROUBLESHOOTING 102
• Jams 102
• Tab Placement Problems 103
• Stamp Placement Problems 105
• Tabber Operation Problems 106
• APPENDIX A – SPECIFICATIONS T-650 107
• APPENDIX B – OBTAINING SUPPLIES, SERVICE AND SUPPORT 108
• Tab Supplies: 108
• APPENDIX C – IDENTIFYING THE TAB TYPE 109
• APPENDIX D- NARROW MEDIA GUIDE ASSEMBLY 110
• INDEX 115
• Notes
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• SECTION 1 – Getting Acquainted
  • Safety Precautions”
• THIS EQUIPMENT PRESENTS NO PROBLEM WHEN USED PROPERLY. OBSE
• BEFORE USING THE T-650, YOU SHOULD READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULL
• Keep hands, hair, and clothing clear of rollers and other mo
• Avoid touching moving parts or materials while the machine i
• Always turn off the machine before making adjustments, clean
• Use the power cord supplied with the machine and plug it int
• The power cord and wall plug is the primary means of disconn
• DO NOT use an adapter plug on the line cord or wall outlet.
• DO NOT remove the ground pin from the line cord.
• DO NOT route the power cord over sharp edges or trapped betw
• Avoid using wall outlets controlled by wall switches, or sha
• Make sure there is no strain on the power cord caused by jam
• DO NOT remove covers. Covers enclose hazardous parts that s
• This machine requires periodic maintenance. Contact your au
• To prevent overheating, do not cover the vent openings.
• Use this equipment only for its intended purpose.
• In addition, follow any specific occupational safety and hea
• This manual is intended solely for the use and information o
• RENA Systems Inc. and “The Envelope Imaging Company” are re
• All other trademarks are the property of their respective ho
• All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduc
  • Packaging/Shipping
• The Tabber is shipped in appropriate packaging so that, unde
• NOTICE: Report damage to the carrier. The carrier is liable
• IMPORTANT Please save the packaging materials for future use
  • Contents
• The following items are included with your tabber:
• 1 Operations Manual
• 1 Reel Assembly (H1)
• 1 Reel Assembly (H2
• 2 Tab Reel Side Guides
• 1 Power Cord
• 1 Feeder Interface Cable (Part #: 35E-500-191)  Use
• Note: Tabs can be purchased through your local Rena Systems
  • Front and Entrance End View
• 1
• Control Panel – The machine is controlled and programmed fro
• 2
• Head 1 Fine Adjustment Knob – This knob is used to make fine
• 3
• Head 2 Fine Adjustment Knob – This knob is used to make fine
• 4
• Head 1 – This head can be used to apply tabs to the side or
• 5
• Right Media Guide Assembly – This device must be adjusted to
• 6
• Center Support Plate – Used to support media 6.5” wide or la
• 7
• Left Media Guide Assembly - Delivers the media to the tabbin
• 8
• Head 2 – This head is used to apply tabs to the side of the
• 9
• Take-up Reels – After the tab is applied; the tab backing (w
• 10
• Tab Reel Side Guides - Secures the Tabs/Stamps onto the Tab
• 11
• Tab Reel Assembly (H1 & H2) – Supports and controls the tab
• 12
• Exit Roller Assembly –This assembly presses the tab/stamp to
• 13
• Media Guide Width Fine Adjustment– This knob is used to fine
• 14
• Media Thickness Adjustment Knob – This knob is used to raise
  • Exit End View
• 1
• Head 1 Securing Knob – This knob is used to secure the posit
• 2
• Exit Foot Knob – This knob is used to adjust and secure the
• 3
• Exit Roller Assembly Securing Latches – These latches are us
• 4
• Right Media Guide Securing Knob – This knob is used to secur
• 5
• Front Tabbing Slot – This opening, located in the center sup
• 6
• Head Position Minder – Used to memorize the position of Head
• 7
• Media Hold-down Guide – Used to keep the media from lifting
• 8
• Tab Wrap Guide – Left – When side-tabbing, this guide wraps
• 9
• Exit Pressure Rollers – These rollers provide transport pres
• 10
• Exit Foot – This device holds the media down as it travels u
• 11
• Tab Wrap Guide - Right – When side-tabbing, this guide wraps
• 12
• Tab Applicator Assembly – This assembly contains the tab sen
  • Power and Control Connections View
• 1
• Safety Stop Input and Jumper – (SAFETY STOP) The safety circ
• Important! If an external safety circuit is not being connec
• 2
• Emergency Stop Output – This connection permits the tabber t
• 3
• Feeder Control Connection – (FEEDER) This connection allows
• 4
• Main Power Switch – This switch is used to turn the tabber O
• 5
• Fuse – The main fuse (2.5A / 250V) for the tabber is located
• Caution! Disconnect power before replacing fuse.
• 6
• Power Inlet Connection – The power cord is connected here. 1
  • Tabber Control Panel
• 1.
• *Transport Power Switch – Turns the tabber transport power O
• 2.
• LCD Display – Keeps the operator informed of the status of t
• 3.
• Soft Keys – The soft keys are used to step through the vario
• 4.
• Measuring Scale – Use the scale to measure media length, ta
• 5.
• Speed Control Dial – Adjusts the speed of the tabber transpo
• NOTE: The maximum speed of the T-650 is determined by number
• 6.
• Stop Key – Pressing this key will cause the tabber to stop,
• 7.
• Run Key – Press this key to start the tabber and run the job
• 8.
• Info Key – Provides additional information about the menu it
• 9.
• Save Key – This key is used to save entries into memory.
• 10.
• Key Pad – Used to set the adjustments and program the tabber
• 11.
• Clear Key – This key will clear any incorrect entry before i
• 12.
• Emergency Stop – Pressing this button will immediately stop
• *Transport power will not activate unless all safety and eme
  • EasyFeed 120 (Optional Feeder) Connections/Controls
• 1
• AC Power Receptacle – Connect the AC power cord here.
• Important! Please verify that voltage is correct, for your f
• 2
• Interlock Connector – Feeder Interface Cable from tabber con
• 3
• Stand Alone Switch – Allows machine to run when not signaled
• 4
• Speed Control Dial – Used to set the speed of the feeder.
• Important! The feeder’s transport speed must be set slower t
• 5
• Power Switch – Used to power the feeder on/off.
• 6
• Jog Button. – Runs feeder at preset speed for setup (over-ri
• Interlock Control Switch
• This switch, located on bottom of feeder, must be set to N.C
• N.C.: Closed Input = Run
• N.O.: Closed Input = Stop
• NOTE: The power must be cycled (off and on) to recognize a c
• Please refer to the EasyFeed 120 Instruction Manual for addi
• SECTION 2 – Assembly and Installation
  • Choose a Location
• Place the T-650 with its feeder on a sturdy worktable or cab
• CAUTION
• THE UNIT IS HEAVY.
• IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT TWO TECHNICIANS REMOVE THE T
  • Installing the Reel Assemblies
• 
• Remove the upper mounting screw and loosen the lower mountin
• Slide the appropriate Reel Assembly over the Mounting Plate,
• Install the upper mounting screws and tighten.
• Tighten the lower mounting screws.
  • Positioning the optional EasyFeed 120 Feeder
• The optional EasyFeed 120 feeder should be placed onto the a
  • Plugging in the Feeder and Tabber
• Make sure that the emergency stop button, on the T-650, is p
• Connect one end of the Tabber power cord [1] to the rear of
• Connect one end of the Feeder power cord [2] to the rear of
• Plug the other end of each cord into a 115 Volt AC, 50/60 Hz
• CAUTION
• DO NOT USE ADAPTER PLUGS OR EXTENSION CORDS TO CONNECT THE T
• DO NOT USE OUTLETS CONTROLLED BY WALL SWITCHES.
• DO NOT USE AN OUTLET THAT SHARES THE SAME CIRCUIT WITH LARGE
• Connect the appropriate Feeder Interface Cable [3] (see list
• CAUTION! Be sure you are using the appropriate cable with th
• SECTION 3- Mechanical Setup
• The T-650 is capable of applying up to three tabs, on both s
• The steps required to set-up the T-650, mechanically, for ap
• Determine the type of tabbing or stamping application (side
• Determining the orientation that the media must feed to acco
• Set up the T-650 mechanically, to accommodate the media.
• Adjust the Peel Plate position (side tab or front tab) for t
• Load tabs or stamps onto the appropriate head or heads.
• Set up the feeder and align with the tabber.
• WARNING
• BEFORE LOADING TABS OR STAMPS TURN OFF THE TABBER OR PRESS T
  • Adjusting the Tabber to Accommodate the Media
• Once you have determined the tab/stamp locations, you are re
• IMPORTANT: To permit proper feeding through the tabber; the
• Turn OFF the T-650, using the main power switch and turn OFF
• Loosen the Exit Foot Knob, located on top of the exit roller
• Measure the width of the piece using the scale on the tabber
• Loosen the securing knob for the Right Media Guide.NOTE: Th
• Turn ON the T-650’s main power switch. Verify that the Exit
• Press the soft key labeled “Pass-Thru” to set the tabber in
• Press the RUN button and center the Speed Control Dial so th
• With the tabber transport running; adjust the position of th
• Secure the Right Media Guide’s position using the locking kn
• Press the Stop button to stop the tabber.
• Slide the Exit Foot Knob towards the operator until it stops
• Turn the tabber OFF using the main power switch.
• Proceed to “Media Thickness Adjustment” section.
  • Media Thickness Adjustment
• IMPORTANT: To permit proper feeding through the tabber; the
• Close the Exit Roller Assembly [2] and lock the two latches
• Turn the Media Thickness Control Knob [1] fully clockwise (r
• Insert one piece of media [3] into the exit end of the tabbe
• Continue to turn the Media Thickness Control Knob [1] counte
• If installed; loosen the thumb screw for the Hold-Down Guide
• Proceed to the section titled “Adjusting the Peel Plate Posi
  • Adjusting the Peel Plate Position for the Application
• The Peel Plate on Head 1 has two positions; one for “side ta
• Use the image below to determine the correct peel plate posi
• The Peel Plate position is adjusted by loosening the locking
  • Loading Tabs/Stamps
• WARNING
• BEFORE LOADING TABS OR STAMPS TURN OFF THE TABBER OR PRESS T
• Remove the Tab Reel Side Guide and install the tab roll, wit
• Thread the leader over the Reel Brake Roller.
• Thread the leader over the Idler Roller and then through the
• Continue threading the leader around the Tab Applicator Peel
• Lift the Release Latch on the Pressure Roller assembly, and
• Thread the web through the pegs in the Take-up Reel.NOTE: T
• Proceed to the section titled “Adjusting the Feeder”.
  • Adjusting the Feeder
• A properly adjusted feeder should deliver one piece of media
• Important! The feeder’s transport speed must be set slower t
• Adjust the feeder position so that the media enters between
• 
• Optional EasyFeed 120 feeder shown above.
• Please refer to the EasyFeed 120 Operations Manual for feede
• NOTE: When you press RUN on the tabber, there will be a smal
• Proceed to the appropriate section for your application:
• Head 1 Adjustment – Side Tabbing
• Head 1 Adjustment – Front Tabbing
• Head 1 Adjustment – Applying Stamps
• Head 2 Adjustment – Side Tabbing
  • Head 1 Adjustment – Side Tabbing
• This procedure will walk you through the process of adjustin
• Adjust the tab applicator’s Peel Plate to the proper positio
• Unlatch the Exit Roller Assembly and swing it open.
• Lift the tab drive Pressure Roller Release Latch on Head 1,
• Pull on the backing untill a tab is starting to protrude fro
• Lower the pressure roller release latch.
• Loosen the Head Position Minder so it does not hinder you fr
• Loosen the Head 1 Securing Knob and slide Head 1 over the Ri
• Close the Exit Roller Assembly and lock the two latches to s
• Release the Emergency Stop button. Turn ON the Tabber’s mai
• If you have not programmed the tabber for the tabbing job, p
• Press the soft key labeled “Operate” to put the tabber in th
• Press the “Run” key on the Control Panel to start the tabber
• Set the feeder speed to zero and then turn the Feeder ON. U
• Check the positioning of the tab or tabs on the second piece
• When you are satisfied with tab-positioning; set the tabber
• Adjust the Head Position Minder against Head 1 and tighten t
• Head 1 setup is complete. If you will only be applying tabs
  • Head 1 Adjustment – Front Tabbing
• This procedure will walk you through the process of adjustin
• Adjust the tab applicator’s Peel Plate to the proper positio
• Unlatch the Exit Roller Assembly and swing it open.
• Lift the tab drive Pressure Roller Release Latch on Head 1,
• Pull on the backing untill a tab is starting to protrude fro
• Lower the Pressure Roller Release Latch.
• Loosen the Head Position Minder so it does not hinder you fr
• Loosen the Head 1 Securing Knob. Slide Head 1 into position
• Close the Exit Roller Assembly and lock the two latches to s
• Release the Emergency Stop Button. Turn ON the Tabber’s mai
• If you have not programmed the tabber for the tabbing job, p
• Press the soft key labeled “Operate” to put the tabber in th
• Press the “Run” key on the Control Panel to start the tabber
• Set the feeders speed to zero and then turn the Feeder ON. 
• Check the positioning of the tab or tabs on the second piece
• When you are satisfied with tab-positioning; set the tabber
• Adjust the Head Position Minder against Head 1 and tighten t
• Head 1 setup is complete. If you will only be applying tabs
  • Head 1 Adjustment – Applying Stamps
• This procedure will walk you through the process of adjustin
• NOTE: Head 2 can not be used to apply stamps.
• WARNING! In order to avoid wasting stamps; it is strongly s
• Adjust the tab applicator’s Peel Plate to the “side tabbing”
• Unlatch the Exit Roller Assembly and swing it open.
• 
• Lift the tab drive Pressure Roller Release Latch on Head 1,
• Pull on the backing untill a stamp is starting to protrude f
• Lower the pressure roller release latch.
• Loosen the Head Position Minder so it does not hinder you fr
• Loosen the Head 1 Securing Knob and slide Head 1 over the R
• Close the Exit Roller Assembly and lock the two latches to s
• Release the Emergency Stop Button. Turn ON the Tabber’s mai
• If you have not programmed the tabber for the tabbing job, p
• Press the soft key labeled “Operate” to put the tabber in th
• Press the “Run” key on the Control Panel to start the tabber
• Set the feeder speed to zero and then turn the Feeder ON. U
• Check the positioning of the stamp or stamps on the second p
• When you are satisfied with stamp position; set the tabber t
• Adjust the Head Position Minder against Head 1 and tighten t
• Head 1 setup is complete. If you will only be applying stamp
  • Head 2 Adjustment – Side Tabbing
• This procedure will walk you through the process of adjustin
• Unlatch the Exit Roller Assembly and swing it open.
• Lift the tab drive Pressure Roller Release Latch on Head 2,
• Pull on the backing untill a tab is starting to protrude fro
• Lower the pressure roller release latch.NOTE: This image s
• Close the Exit Roller Assembly and lock the two latches to s
• Release the Emergency Stop Button. Turn ON the Tabber’s mai
• If you have not programmed the tabber for the tabbing job, p
• Press the soft key labeled “Operate” to put the tabber in th
• Press the “Run” key on the Control Panel to start the tabber
• Set the feeder speed to zero and then turn the Feeder ON. U
• Check the positioning of the tab or tabs on the second piece
• When you are satisfied with tab-positioning; set the tabber
• Head 2 setup is complete. If you will only be applying tabs
• Head 1 Adjustment – Side Tabbing
• Head 1 Adjustment – Front Tabbing
• Head 1 Adjustment – Applying Stamps
• SECTION 3 – Menu Features & Job Programming
• Before you can run the T-650, you must program the tabber fo
• Select the operation for Head 1; apply stamps, side tab, fro
• Choose the number of Tabs/Stamps you plan to apply with Head
• Select the operation for Head 2; side tab or none (disable).
• Choose the number of Tabs you plan to apply to the side of t
• Set the Product Length (when using Automatic Setup)
• Set the Tab Pitch for Head 1 and Head 2. Tab Pitch = Distan
• Adjust the V-Tab (tab sensor voltages) settings for Head 1 a
  • Start-Up Screen (Run Screen)
• The Start-Up screen will appear when you turn the tabber on;
• Job # - This soft key is used to select or edit one of four
• Pass-Thru / Operate – Pressing this soft key will cause the
• Advanced – Pressing this key will place the tabber in the ad
  • INFO Key and Info Screen
• Press and hold the INFO key to check the job setup. A scre
• Item
• Description
• Job #
• The Job number that is currently selected.
• #Tabs=(Head1, Head2)
• The number of tabs being applied by Head 1 and Head 2.
• “F” = Single tab is being applied to the media’s front edge
• Tab Pitch= (Head1, Head2)
• This is the distance from the leading edge of one tab to the
• Paper-L=
• The media length, in inches, obtained during Automatic Setup
• Tab Type= (Head1, Head2)
• This is the “tab stock type” that was identified by the oper
• See Section: “Appendix C - Identifying the Tab Type”
• TabV: (Head1, Head2)
• The Tab-V voltage values that were obtained and set during t
• Trip: (Head1, Head2)
• This is the voltage value used to recognizing the difference
  • Advanced Features
• The Advanced features are available from the Start-Up Screen
• When the Advanced soft key is pressed.The display will prom
• Backlight - This soft key is used to set the backlight inten
• Version - This soft key is used to display the BIOS version
• Diagnostic – Can be used by a technician to test the compone
• BACK – Brings you back to the Start-Up Screen.
• 
• If the Backlight soft key is pressed.
• The display will show the current backlight intensity settin
• 50% - This soft key is used to set the backlight intensity t
• ( - This soft key is used decrease the backlight intensity.
• ( - This soft key is used increase the backlight intensity.
• BACK – Brings you back to the Advanced features screen.
• If the Version soft key is pressed.
• The tabber will display the following:
• Lifetime Products: Total number of pieces transported throug
• Lifetime Tabs: Total number of tabs/stamps applied by each H
• Bios Version: Software version that is currently loaded into
• BACK – Brings you back to the Advanced features screen.
• 
• If the Diagnostic soft key is pressed.
• The following choices will be displayed:
• Important: This mode should only be used by a qualified tech
• Test ON – Used to activate the currently displayed diagnosti
• NEXT… - Displays the next test. Note: When next is pressed
• EXIT – Brings you back to the Advanced features screen.
  • Job Features
• When the Job # soft key is pressed; you will be presented wi
• Manual - This soft key is used select the Manual Tab/Stamp p
• Automatic – This soft key is used to select the Automatic Ta
• Tab V - This soft key is used to set the tab sensor voltages
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
  • Manual Tab/Stamp Positioning Features
• When the Manual soft key is pressed, from the Select Setup O
• From the Select Tabber Head screen, select the head you want
• If you select Head #1 the following choices will appear.
• Tab/Stamp – Select this choice if you would like to place ta
• Front Tab – Select this choice if you would like to apply a
• None – Select this choice if you do not want to use Head #1.
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• If you select Head #2 the following choices will appear:
• Side Tab – Select this choice if you would like to place tab
• None – Select this choice if you do not want to use Head #2.
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• If Tab/Stamp or Side Tab is selected the following choices w
• # Tabs – Select this choice to set the number of tabs or sta
• Position – Select this choice to set the position (offset va
• Pitch – Select this choice to set tab pitch (distance from t
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• If the # Tabs soft key is pressed.The display will prompt y
• 1 – Selects one tab/stamp
• 2 – Selects two tabs/stamps
• 3 – Selects three tabs/stamps
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• What displays next depends on the Head number you are progra
• Head #2: If you select 1, 2, or 3 for # Tabs, the Select Op
• Head #1:
• If you select 1 for # Tabs, the Select Option to Edit screen
• If you select 2 or 3, for # Tabs, you will be prompted to ch
• Separate – Allows individual adjustment of each tab/stamp po
• Together – Tabs/Stamps are placed next to each other, starti
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• If the Position soft key is pressed.The display will prompt
• Offset Value = distance from leading edge of mail piece to l
• Tab 1 – Use this soft key to set the offset value for tab/st
• Tab 2 – Use this soft key to set the offset value for tab/st
• Tab 3 – Use this soft key to set the offset value for tab/st
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• If any of the Tab n (Tab 1, Tab 2, Tab 3) soft keys are sele
• If the Pitch soft key is pressed.
• The display will prompt you to “Enter tab pitch and press SA
• Pitch = distance from top of tab/stamp to top of next tab/st
• See the section titled “Tab/Stamp Pitch Adjustment” for more
• Enter the Tab/Stamp Pitch, using the numeric keypad. Then p
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• 
  • Automatic Tab Positioning Features
• When the Automatic soft key is pressed.The display will pro
• NOTE: This feature can be used to automatically position tab
• Positions are based off the product length and the number of
• 1 Tab – Tab is centered along length of media.2 Tabs – Tab
• If you select Head #1 the following choices will appear:
• Side Tab – Select this choice if you would like to place tab
• Front Tab – Select this choice if you would like to apply a
• None – Select this choice if you do not want to use Head #1.
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• If you select Head #2 the following choices will appear:
• Side Tab – Select this choice if you would like to place tab
• None – Select this choice if you do not want to use Head #2.
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• If Side Tab is selected the following choices will appear.
• # Tabs – Select this choice to choose the number of tabs you
• Product-L – Select this choice to set the paper length of th
• Pitch – Select this choice to set tab pitch (distance from t
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• If the # Tabs soft key is pressed.The display will prompt y
• 1 – Selects one tab/stamp
• 2 – Selects two tabs/stamps
• 3 – Selects three tabs/stamps
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• 
• If the Product-L soft key is pressed.The following choices
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• Automatic – Use this feature to let the tabber automatically
• It is highly recommended that you use the Automatic feature
• IMPORTANT: Before pressing the Automatic soft key, make sur
• When the Automatic soft key is pressed.
• The display may prompt you to “Increase Transport Speed” or
• When the display reads “Feed 1 Product now”; feed one of you
• After the piece has fed through the tabber, the tabber will
• Verify the measurement!It must be accurate (+ or - 0.250”).
• If the tabber measures the piece to be longer then the actua
• If the tabber measures the piece to be shorter than the actu
• Manual Product Length Input: As an option, you can set the
• Measure the physical piece length, using the scale provided
• Enter this value, in inches and tenths of an inch, using the
• Press the Save Key to accept and save this value.
• Press the BACK key to return to the previous screen.
• If the Pitch soft key is pressed.
• The display will prompt you to “Enter tab pitch and press SA
• Pitch = distance from top of tab/stamp to top of next tab/st
• Enter the Pitch value and press the SAVE key.
• BACK – Brings you back to the previous screen.
• See the section titled “Tab/Stamp Pitch Adjustment” for more
• Enter the Tab/Stamp Pitch, using the numeric keypad. Then p
  • Tab Sensor (V-Tab) Adjustment
• Every time a new tab/stamp stock is used or a new job is set
  • Automatic V-Tab Adjustment:
• Turn off the Feeder.
• To begin programming; select Job # from the Run screen.
• 
• Select the job number you wish to use. In this example, we
• From the Select Setup Option screen, select V-Tab.
• The next screen allows you to set the V-Tab values for the h
• Select Automatic from the Tab Sensor setup screen.
• The Select Tab before calibration screen appears. Select t
• 
• Once the Tab Type is selected, the tabber transport will sta
• Test the T-650 for proper operation. If you experience tab a
  • Manual V-Tab Adjustment:
• Open the Exit Roller Assembly.
• To begin programming; select Job # from the Run screen.
• 
• 
• Select the job number you wish to use. In this example, we
• 
• From the Select Setup Option screen select V-Tab.
• 
• The next screen allows you to set the V-Tab values for the h
• Lift the Pressure Roller Release Latch so that the tab/stamp
• Identify your Tab Type using the chart below. Then proceed t
• Opaque Procedure (For tab/stamp stock with white space betwe
• Once the V-Tab adjustment for “Opaque Tab Type” is complete;
• Clear Procedure (For tab stock with black space/line between
• When you are finished, press the BACK key (3) twice.
• Close and lock the Exit Roller Assembly.
• Lower the Pressure Roller Release Latch.
• Test the T-650 for proper operation. If you experience tab a
  • Tab/Stamp Pitch Adjustment
• From the Run screen press Job#.
• Select the Job number you would like to edit.
• Select Manual or Automatic.
• Select Head #1 then Tab/Stamp, or Head #2 Tab then Side Tab.
• The Select Option screen will re-appear. Select Pitch.
• NOTE: Whether programming manually or automatically you mus
  • Job Programming Notes
• There are two methods of programming jobs on the T-650:
• Automatic – where the tab position is automatically determin
• Manual – where the operator specifies the tab positioning.
• In either case some operator intervention, to fine tune the
• NOTE: Since each Job number retains the V-Tab (tab voltages
• IMPORTANT
• BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO PROGRAM ANY JOB, SET UP THE FEEDER AND
• The following Job Examples are provided in this section:
• Job Example A: Placing Tabs with Head 2 – Automatic Setup
• Job Example B: Placing Tabs with Head 1 – Manual Setup
• Job Example C: Placing Tabs on Opposite Sides
• Job Example D: Placing Tabs on Perpendicular Sides
• Job Example E: Applying Stamps
• To help you locate the “Job Example” that best fits your pro
  • Job Example A: Placing Tabs with Head 2 - Automatic Setup
• This exercise will walk you through the process of programmi
• Verify that Head 2 has been mechanically setup to perform “s
• Verify that the Peel Plate on Head 1 is set to the Side Tabb
• Turn OFF the feeder.
• To begin programming; select Job # from the Run screen.
• The Select Saved Job# screen will appear. Select the job nu
• The Select Setup Option screen will appear.Select V-Tab.
• The next screen allows you to select the Head and correspond
• The Tab Sensor 2 Setup screen will appear.Select Automatic.
• The Select Tab Type Before Calibration screen will appear.
• 
• Once the Tab Type is selected, the tabber transport will sta
• Set the feeder’s speed control to zero. Turn the feeder on.
• Press the BACK soft key twice and the Select Setup Option sc
• On the Select Setup Option screen select Automatic.
• The Select Tabber Head setup screen appears. Select Head #1.
• 
• 
• The Selection Option screen appears. Select “None” to turn
• The Select Tabber Head setup appears. Select Head #2 this ti
• The Select Option to Edit screen will appear. Select Side
• From this screen select # Tabs.
• In this example we are going to apply two tabs to the piece.
• The program will automatically return to the Select option t
• The Enter Product Length screen will appear. Set the feeder
• Press BACK until you return to the Select Tabber Head #1 or
• NOTE: By running the tabber from this “Select Tabber Head”
• Verify that the Exit Roller Assembly is closed and locked.
• Verify that both Pressure Roller Release Latches have been l
• Test tab placement.Turn on the Transport Power and press th
  • Job Example B: Placing Tabs with Head 1 - Manual Setup
• This exercise will walk you through the process of programmi
• IMPORTANT
• BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO PROGRAM ANY JOB, SET UP THE FEEDER AND
• Lift the Exit Roller Assembly.
• Verify that Head 1 has been mechanically setup to perform “s
• Verify that the Peel Plate on Head 1 is set to the Side Tabb
• To begin programming; select Job # from the Run screen.
• 
• Select the job number you wish to use for the job. In this
• 
• From the Select Setup Option screen select V-Tab.
• The next screen allows you to set the V-Tab values for the h
• Lift the Pressure Roller Release Latch so that the stamp web
• Begin by finding the Gap V or voltage reading from the space
• Now set the Tab V or voltage reading of the tab/tab area.Th
• When you are finished, press the BACK key (3) twice.
• Close and lock the Exit Roller Assembly.
• Lower the Pressure Roller Release Latch.
• From the Select Setup Option screen select Manual.
• 
• The Select Tabber Head screen appears. Select Head #2.
• 
• The Selection Option screen appears. Select None to turn He
• The Select Tabber Head screen will reappear. Select Head #
• 
• The Select Option screen will appear. Select Tab/Stamp.
• 
• From this screen select # Tabs.
• 
• In this example we are going to apply one tab. Select 1.
• The Select Option screen will re-appear. Select Pitch.
• NOTE: Whether programming manually or automatically you mus
• The Pitch of the tab is the distance measured from the top o
• Press the BACK button.
• The Select Option screen will reappear. Press Position.
• 
• The Enter Offset for Tab 1 screen will appear. This feature
• Press the BACK button.The Select Option screen will reappea
• Test the tab placement position. Turn on the Transport Powe
• Tip: If you find that the application position of Tab 1 is d
  • Placing Multiple Tabs
• To place multiple (2 or 3) tabs on a piece you must first se
• The Choose Tab Placement Type screen will appear. Choose S
• Once this is done the Select Option screen will reappear. S
• The Select Tab Offset screen will appear. Then set the posi
  • Job Example C: Placing Tabs on Opposite Sides
• The T-650 was also designed to apply tabs to letter sized bo
• The following examples were extracted from the USPS regulati
• A piece that is 5” to 9” long, with a minimum 50# cover stoc
• Two tabs should be placed on the leading edge and one tab on
• Folded Booklet. A piece that is 5” to 10.5” long, with a min
• IMPORTANT: To permit proper feeding through the tabber; the
• IMPORTANT
• BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO PROGRAM ANY JOB, SET UP THE FEEDER AND
• To place tabs on opposite sides of the mail piece, both tabb
• Verify that Head 1 has been mechanically setup to perform “s
• Verify that Head 2 has been mechanically setup to perform “s
• Open the Exit Roller Assembly.
• Verify that the Peel Plate on Head 1 is set to the Side Tabb
• To begin programming; select Job # from the Run screen.
• 
• 
• The Select Saved Job screen will appear. Select the Job num
• The Select Setup Option screen will appear.Select V-Tab.
• The next screen allows you to select the Head and correspond
• The Tab Sensor 2 Setup screen will appear. Lift the Pressur
• Begin by finding the Gap V or voltage reading from the space
• Now set the Tab V or voltage reading of the tab/tab area.Th
• Lower the Pressure Roller Release Latch.
• Press the BACK key twice, to return to the Select Setup Opti
• Select Manual from this screen.
• 
• 
• The Select Tabber Head screen will appear.Select Head 2.
• The Select Option screen will appear. Select Side Tab.
• 
• The Select Option screen will appear.Select # Tabs.
• The Select Number of Tabs screen will appear. Select 2, for
• The Select Option screen will appear. Select Pitch.NOTE:
• The Pitch of the tab is the distance measured from the top o
• 
• Press BACK one time to return to the Select Option screen.
• Select Position from this screen.
• 
• The Select Tab Offset screen will appear. The position (off
• The Enter Offset for Tab 1 screen will appear. In this exam
• Press the BACK key.
• The Select Tab Offset screen will reappear. Select Tab 2.
• The Enter Offset for Tab 2 screen will appear. The USPS req
• Press the BACK key five times, to return to the Select Setup
• Select V-Tab from this screen.
• Select V Tab 1 to calibrate the V-Tab voltage for Head 1 (Ta
• 
• The Tab Sensor 1 Setup screen will appear. Lift the Pressur
• Begin by finding the Gap V or voltage reading from the space
• Now set the Tab V or voltage reading of the tab area.The re
• Lower the Pressure Roller Release Latch.
• Close and lock the Exit Roller Assembly.
• Press the BACK key twice, to return to the Select Setup Opti
• Select Manual from this screen.
• 
• 
• Select Head 1.
• 
• The Select Option screen for Head 1 will appear. Select the
• The Select Option screen will appear.Select # Tabs.
• The Select Number of Tabs screen will appear. Select 1, to
• This will return us to the Select Option screen for Head 1.
• The Pitch of the tab is the distance measured from the top o
• Press BACK one time to return to the Select Option screen fo
• Click on the Position key.
• The Enter Offset for Tab 1 screen appears. The USPS requir
• Press the BACK button three times, to reach the Select Tabbe
• Verify that the Exit Roller Assembly is closed and locked.
• Verify that both Pressure Roller Release Latches have been l
• Test tab placement for Head 1. Turn on the Transport Power
• Tip: If you find that the application position of the tabs i
  • Job Example D: Placing Tabs on Perpendicular Sides
• The T-650 was also designed to apply tabs to letter sized bo
• The following examples were extracted from the USPS regulati
• An oblong piece (spine on the trailing or shorter edge) that
• IMPORTANT: To permit proper feeding through the tabber; the
• NOTE: Please see “Appendix D- Narrow Media Guide Assembly” f
• IMPORTANT
• BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO PROGRAM ANY JOB, SET UP THE FEEDER AND
• To place two tabs on one side and one tab in the center of t
• In the example below we will use the Manual Setup method to
• Verify that Head 1 has been mechanically setup to perform “f
• Verify that Head 2 has been mechanically setup to perform “s
• Open the Exit Roller Assembly.
• To begin programming; select Job # from the Run screen.
• 
• Then select job number 4 from the Select Saved Job screen.
• 
• The Select Setup Option screen will appear.Select V-Tab.
• The next screen allows you to select the Head and correspond
• The Tab Sensor 2 Setup screen will appear. Lift the Pressur
• Begin by finding the Gap V or voltage reading from the space
• Now set the Tab V or voltage reading of the tab/tab area.Th
• Lower the Pressure Roller Release Latch.
• Press the BACK key twice, to return to the Select Setup Opti
• Select Manual from this screen.
• The Select Tabber Head screen will appear.Select Head 2.
• The Select Option screen will appear. Select Side Tab.
• The Select Option screen will appear.Select # Tabs.
• The Select Number of Tabs screen will appear. Select 2, for
• The Select Option screen will appear. Select Pitch.
• NOTE: Whether programming manually or automatically you mus
• The Pitch of the tab is the distance measured from the top o
• Press BACK one time to return to the Select Option screen.
• Select Position from this screen.
• The Select Tab Offset screen will appear. The position (off
• The Enter Offset for Tab 1 screen will appear. In this exam
• Press the BACK key.
• The Select Tab Offset screen will reappear. Select Tab 2.
• The Enter Offset for Tab 2 screen will appear. The USPS re
• Press the BACK key five times, to return to the Select Setup
• Select V-Tab from this screen.
• Select V Tab 1 to calibrate the V-Tab voltage for Head 1 (Ta
• 
• The Tab Sensor 1 Setup screen will appear. Lift the Pressur
• Begin by finding the Gap V or voltage reading from the space
• Now set the Tab V or voltage reading of the tab area.The re
• Lower the Pressure Roller Release Latch.
• Close and lock the Exit Roller Assembly.
• Press the BACK key twice, to return to the Select Setup Opti
• Select Manual from this screen.
• The Select Tabber Head screen will appear. Select Head 1.
• 
• Verify that the Peel Plate on Head 1 is set to the Front Tab
• The Select Option screen for Head 1 will appear. Select the
• The Front Tab Positioning screen will appear. This screen c
• It is from this screen that the Pitch of the Tab is also set
• The Pitch of the tab is the distance measured from the top o
• Press the BACK button 3 times to return to the Select Tabber
• Verify that the Exit Roller Assembly is closed and locked.
• Verify that both Pressure Roller Release Latches have been l
• Test tab placement.Turn on the Transport Power and press th
• 
  • Job Example E: Applying Stamps
• IMPORTANT NOTES regarding the application of stamps:
• The T-650 does not provide an “automatic positioning” featur
• Due to the orientation of the stamps on the roll, the stamp
• Head 2 can not be used to apply stamps.
• In order to avoid wasting stamps; it is strongly suggested t
• IMPORTANT
• BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO PROGRAM ANY JOB, SET UP THE FEEDER AND
• This exercise will walk you through the process of programmi
• Verify that Head 1 has been mechanically setup to “apply sta
• Open the Exit Roller Assembly.
• Verify that the Peel Plate on Head 1 is set to the Side Tabb
• To begin programming; select Job # from the Run screen.
• 
• Select the job number you wish to use for the job. In this
• 
• From the Select Setup Option screen select V-Tab.
• 
• The next screen allows you to set the V-Tab values for the h
• Lift the Pressure Roller Release Latch so that the stamp web
• Begin by finding the Gap V or voltage reading from the space
• Continue moving the stamp web through the sensor until you o
• When you are finished, press the BACK key (3) twice.
• Close and lock the Exit Roller Assembly.
• Lower the Pressure Roller Release Latch.
• From the Select Setup Option screen select Manual.
• 
• The Select Tabber Head screen appears. Select Head #2.
• 
• The Selection Option screen appears. Select None to turn He
• The Select Tabber Head screen will reappear. Select Head #
• 
• The Select Option screen will appear. Select Tab/Stamp.
• 
• From this screen select # Tabs.
• 
• In this example we are going to apply one Stamp. Select 1.
• The Select Option screen will re-appear. Select Pitch.
• NOTE: Whether programming manually or automatically you mus
• The Pitch of the tab/stamp is the distance measured from the
• Press the BACK button.
• The Select Option screen will reappear. Press Position.
• 
• The Enter Offset for Tab 1 screen will appear. This feature
• Press the BACK button.The Select Option screen will reappea
• Test the stamp placement position. Turn on the Transport Po
  • Applying Multiple Stamps
• To place multiple (2 or 3) stamps on a piece you must first
• The Choose Tab Placement Type screen will appear. For stam
• SECTION 4 – Operation
  • Operation Check-List
• The following check-list should be referenced before you sta
• Tabber and Feeder are mechanically setup to properly transpo
• Right Media Guide Assembly is adjusted to accommodate width
• Tabber’s Media Thickness setting is adjusted to accommodate
• Exit Foot repositioned against Right Media Guide Assy.
• Media feeds without hesitation or skew, using Pass-Thru mode
• Speed of tabber and feeder adjusted so a 2” gap or more is g
• Peel Plate properly positioned for your application (side ta
• Tabs/Stamps properly loaded/threaded, on both heads.
• Tab web threaded behind Reel Brake Roller arm.
• Pressure Rollers Release Latch is lowered (pressure engaged)
• Job properly programmed.
• Desired Job number has been selected.
• V-Tab (tab sensor adjustments) values set for current tab/st
• Tab Pitch set for current tab/stamp stock.
• Product (media) length has been set accurately (when using A
• Desired positions (offset values) set for Tabs/Stamps.
• Unused Head was turned off (disabled) in menu.
• Exit Roller Assembly closed and locked (latched)
• Power Cord is plugged into wall outlet and tabber.
• Main Power Switch ON.
• Feeder ON.
• Emergency Stop Button released.
• Safety Stop Input Jumper Plug installed.
  • Sequence of Operation
• The proper sequence for starting the T-650 is a follows:
• Turn on the tabber using the Main Power Switch, located on t
• Check that the Emergency Stop Button (12) is in the released
• Press the Green Transport Power Switch (1) on the T-650 Con
• IMPORTANT
• IF YOU ARE USING THE OPTIONAL FEEDER MAKE SURE THAT THE INTE
• Press the RUN key (7) located below the soft keys on the Con
• Turn on the feeder and set the media delivery speed so it is
• IMPORTANT
• THE MAXIMUM SPEED OF THE T-650 TABBER IS CONTROLLED BY THE T
• Press the STOP key () located below the soft keys to stop th
• IMPORTANT
• THE T-650 IS EQUIPPED WITH A TIME OUT FEATURE. IF THE T-650
  • Selecting a Pre-Programmed Job to Run
• Up to four jobs may be programmed into the T-650 memory. T
• Press the Job # soft key.
• Select the Job you wish to run. In our example, we are sele
• Tip: Press and hold the INFO key to check the job setup. A
• The Select Setup Option screen will appear. Press the RUN
• The number of the programmed job that is running.
• The number of tabs being applied to the piece from both head
• The rate or speed in pieces per hour.
• The number of Pieces that have been run. This can be reset
• To stop the Tabber, press the STOP key. After the tabber has
  • Tab Positioning Adjustments (Fine Adjustments)
• To obtain the desired amount of tab on the top side and bott
  • Front Tab:
• Tab being applied to leading edge.
• Tab Fold Position: When Front Tabbing (tabbing on the lead
• Use the menu feature shown, to adjust the fold position of t
• Select Job #
• Select your desired Job number.
• Select Manual
• Select Head #1
• Select Front Tab.
• Each of the squares represents approximately 1/20 of the set
• Positioning Tab on Leading Edge of Media: Move Head 1 and t
• Make sure the Peel Plate is set in the “Front Tabbing Applic
• Use the Head 1 Fine Adjustment Knob (1) to make small change
• Fine Tune Head 1: (Front Tab)By turning this knob (1) count
• By turning this knob (1) clockwise Head 1 moves towards the
• Important: Make sure the Center Support Plate is installed a
  • Side Tab:
• Position Tab on Side of Media:
• Whether you are using Head 1 or Head 2 adjustments to the ta
• Regardless of whether you are placing one or three tabs, inc
• To adjust the Tab Position:
• Select Job #
• Select your desired Job number.
• Select Manual
• Select Head #1 or Head #2
• Select Tab/Stamp or Side Tab
• Select Position
• Select the Tab number (Tab 1, Tab 2, Tab 3) you wish to adju
• Use the Numeric Keypad to enter a different value, then pres
• When you are finished, press the BACK key four times to retu
• Press RUN, to feed and tab at least two pieces.
• Check the new tab position on the second piece. If you requi
• NOTE: The maximum amount of tab that can be wrapped onto the
• Tab Fold Position:
• When side tabbing; the Fine Adjustment Knobs (1) and (2) can
• Fine Tune Head 1:
• By turning this knob (1) clockwise; Head 1 moves towards the
• By turning this knob (1) counter-clockwise; Head 1 moves awa
• Fine Tune Head 2:
• By turning this knob (2) clockwise; Head 2 moves towards the
• By turning this knob (2) counter-clockwise; Head 2 moves awa
• NOTE: The maximum amount of tab that can be wrapped onto the
• SECTION 5 – Operator Maintenance
• This section describes maintenance that an experienced opera
• To locate a Rena dealer in your area, please click on the fo
• http://www.renausa.com/dealerlocator.asp
  • Cleaning
• WARNING
• THE TABBER IS A PRECISION MACHINE THAT SHOULD BE CLEANED REG
• The Tabber must be cleaned regularly of accumulated paper du
• The internal areas are best cleaned with a vacuum that has a
• The exterior of the machine may be cleaned with any standard
• CAUTION
• NEVER SPRAY OR POUR CLEANERS DIRECTLY ON OR INTO THE TABBER.
  • Rollers and Transport belts
• The belts and rollers can become glazed with paper lint and
• Avoid using solvents on the rubber rollers.
  • Shafts with Movable Parts
• Exposed shafts, with movable parts, should be cleaned with a
• CAUTION
• THE BEARINGS ON THE MOVING PARTS SUCH AS TAB HEAD 1 AND THE
  • Sensors
• There are three sensors in the tabber. Two tab sensors, one
• WARNING
• THE TABBER IS A PRECISION MACHINE THAT SHOULD BE CLEANED REG
• DO NOT LIQUIDS TO CLEAN THE SENSORS. DO NOT USE ABRASIVES TO
• The sensor locations are as follows:
• Media Sensor Test: There are two LED’s located on the entra
• Orange LED ON = No Paper (not interrupted)
• Orange LED OFF = Paper Present (interrupted)If the orange
• Tab Sensor Test:
• Use the V-Tab adjustment screen to check the live tab sensor
• Not Interrupted (Nothing in sensor. Tab stock removed.) = 0.
  • Tab Wrap Guides
• Each of the Media Side Guide Assemblies has a Tab Wrap Guide
• In the process of wrapping tabs; adhesive will build up alon
• Both of the guides and the slots should be periodically clea
• WARNING
• THE TABBER IS A PRECISION MACHINE THAT SHOULD BE CLEANED REG
  • Lubrication
• WARNING
• THE TABBER IS A PRECISION MACHINE THAT SHOULD BE LUBRICATED
• Several locations on the T-650 Tabber require regular lubric
• Place a small amount of White Lithium Grease on the surfaces
  • Service Notes for Qualified Rena Service Technicians:
• The following items must be regularly maintained by a qualif
• Lubricate the Stepper Cam:
• The surface of the stepper cam, for the Media Thickness Adju
• Cleaning the Tab Applicator Assemblies:
• To clear tabs/stamps and adhesive from inside the Tab Applic
• NOTE: Damaged caused by improper maintenance is not covered
• Notes
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• SECTION 6 – Troubleshooting
• The following trouble-shooting guide is provided to assist y
• If you are experiencing a problem with the operation or func
  • Jams
• CONDITION
• SOLUTION
• Media jams in transport section of Tabber.
• Check alignment of Feeder to Tabber. Media should feed betw
• Check that the Media Hold-down guide is not pressing down to
• Check that the Media Guides are not set too tight (too close
• Check that the Media Thickness adjustment is not too tight o
• Look for obstructions in the feed path (paper, tabs, etc…).
• Tabs jam in tab wrap guides.
• Clean the Tab Wrap Guides. See Operator Maintenance Section
• Side Tab Tears and does not seal to the bottom of the piece.
• Media Guides are set too tight against the media; not allowi
• Placing too much tab on bottom side of the media. Maximum ta
  • Tab Placement Problems
• If you are experiencing a problem with the operation or func
• CONDITION
• SOLUTION
• Tabs placement is inconsistent on the media.
• Tabs should be placed within +/- 1/8”
• Check the pitch setting for the tab. Pitch = Distance from
• Check to be sure Pressure Roller Release Latch, for tab driv
• Check the media thickness adjustment. Too little can cause
• Check that the tabs are threaded properly. See tab threading
• More of the tab is on the top of the media than on the botto
• Adjust the Fine Adjustment Knob for Head 1 or Head 2, depend
• Less of the tab is on the top of the media than on the botto
• Adjust the Fine Adjustment Knob for Head 1 or Head 2, depend
• Lead edge tab is more on the top than the bottom.
• This adjustment is performed in the tabber programming menu.
• Tab Placement Problems (continued)
• Lead edge tab is more on the top than the bottom
• This adjustment is performed in the tabber programming menu.
• Tab is not flush with the edge of the media.
• Reduce distance between Left and Right Media Guide Assemblie
• When double tabbing one tab is not placed properly on the ed
• Reduce distance between Left and Right Media Guide Assemblie
• Check the Media Thickness adjustment. Too much pressure will
• Tabs are applied together, instead of being separated by a d
• Programming issue. When programming for multiple tabs, Toge
• More than three tabs applied on each piece.
• Improper tab sensor (V-Tab) adjustment. Check tab voltage a
• Tab is applied but it is wrinkled.
• Media is slipping or hesitating as tab is being applied. Che
  • Stamp Placement Problems
• CONDITION
• SOLUTION
• Stamps placement is inconsistent on the media.
• Stamp placement should be within +/- 1/8”
• Check the pitch setting for the tab. Pitch = Distance from
• Check to be sure Pressure Roller Release Latch, for tab driv
• Check the media thickness adjustment. Too little can cause
• Check that the tabs are threaded properly. See tab threading
• When applied the Stamp is not aligned on the media.
• Reduce distance between Left and Right Media Guide Assemblie
• Check the Media Thickness adjustment. Too much pressure will
• Stamps are separated by a distance, instead of being applied
• When programming for multiple stamps, Together was selected
• More than three stamps applied one after another on the medi
• Improper tab sensor (V-Tab) adjustment. Check tab voltage a
  • Tabber Operation Problems
• If you are experiencing a problem with the operation or func
• CONDITION
• SOLUTION
• Tabber flashes “Exceeding Tabbing Rate” warning, while tabbi
• Speed of tabbing exceeds maximum speed for the number of tab
• Feeder speed is too fast, leaving too little gap between pie
• NOTE: If this condition continues for more than 10 seconds,
• Tabber Stops while tabbing and displays.Status: Maximum Tab
• Speed of tabbing exceeds maximum speed for the number of tab
• Feeder speed is too fast, leaving too little gap between pie
• Tabber Stops while idling with no media going through it.
• The T-650 is equipped with a transport timeout. If no media
• Tabber transport button will not turn on, but display and al
• Emergency Stop/Safety Stop circuit is open:
• Check to be sure Safety Stop Jumper is connected to tabber.
• Check to be sure Exit Roller Assembly is closed and locked.
• Appendix A – Specifications T-650
• ONE PASS TAB:
• 1-3 per side or 1-3 on 1side and 1 front
• STANDARD TAB:
• Minimum: 3/4”
• Maximum 1-1/2”
• STAMPS:
• 1 to 3
• MEDIA SIZE (L X W):
• Minimum: 3.5” x 5” (6.5” W when front tabbing)
• Maximum: 15” x 11”
• See “Appendix D: Narrow Media Guide Assembly” section for va
• MAX MEDIA THICKNESS:
• 1/4”
• TAB PLACEMENT SETTING:
• Manual or Automatic
• TAB SENSOR CALIBRATION:
• Manual or Automatic
• MEDIA HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT:
• Heads
• TAKE-UP SPOOLS (REELS):
• Standard
• PRODUCTION RATE:
• Two sides tabbed simultaneously (1 tab – 25,000/h)
• Two sides tabbed simultaneously (2 tabs – 15,000/h)
• Two sides tabbed simultaneously (3 tabs – 10,000/h)
• PRODUCTION RATE CALCULATED WITH:
• Tri-fold 8-1/2” x 11’
• REEL CAPACITY:
• Two reels, 10” diameter each
• DIMENSIONS:
• 19” L x 30” W x 26” H (with reels)
• FOOTPRINT (with optional feeder):
• 36” L (with feeder) x 30” W x 26” H (with reels)
• WEIGHT:
• 108 lbs
• Specifications are subject to change without notice.
• Appendix B – Obtaining Supplies, Service and Support
• Please contact your local Rena dealer to obtain supplies, se
• To locate a Rena dealer in your area, please click on the fo
• http://www.renausa.com/dealerlocator.asp
• Service should only be performed by a qualified Rena service
• In addition, you may wish to log onto Rena Systems web site
• Please click on the following “Warranty Registration” link t
  • Tab Supplies:
• The following supply items are available from authorized dea
• Part #
• Description
• Roll Diameter
• Tabs per Roll
• 2500TAB
• 15/16” Diameter, White Paper, No Perforation, Circle
• 9”
• 9,000
• 2515TAB
• 1.5” Diameter, White Paper, No Perforation, Circle
• 9”
• 7,000
• 2600TAB
• 15/16” Diameter, Translucent, No Perforation, Circle
• 9”
• 11,000
• 2615TAB
• 1.5” Diameter, Translucent, No Perforation, Circle
• 9”
• 7,000
• 2700TAB
• 15/16” Diameter, Clear Film, Horizontal Perforation, Circ
• 9”
• 9,000
• 2715TAB
• 1.5” Diameter, Clear Film, No Perforation, Circle
• 9”
• 7,000
• All the tab rolls, shown above, are on a 3” core.
• Appendix C – Identifying the Tab Type
• The following images will help you identify which Tab Type (
• Tab Type = Opaque
• Stock that has white space/line (white gap) between each tab
• Tab Type = Clear
• Stock that has black space/line (black gap) between each tab
• Appendix D- Narrow Media Guide Assembly (41-105-39)
• Supplement to the T-650 Operations Manual
• The Narrow Media Guide Assembly is designed to help you feed
• With this guide in place the following revised specification
• Side Tabbing (H2 Only): Minimum media width is reduced to 3.
• Applying Stamps: Minimum media width is reduced to 4”.
• Tabbing Perpendicular Sides: Minimum media width is reduced
• Note: The minimum media width is still 6.5”; when applying a
• The Narrow Media Guide Assembly includes a removable Side Ra
• Install the Side Rail (1), on the Narrow Media Guide Assembl
• Remove this Side Rail (1), from the Narrow Media Guide Assem
• T-650 Reference Image:
• 5
• Right Media Guide Assembly – The position of this guide is a
• 6
• Center Support Plate – This plate contains the slot used in
• 7
• Left Media Guide Assembly - Delivers the media to the tabbin
• 14
• Media Thickness Adjustment Knob – This knob is used to raise
• Side Tabbing Narrow Media
• Example: Applying one, two, or three tabs to the side of an
• The addition of the Narrow Media Guide allows side tabbing o
• Note: Without this guide installed the minimum media width f
• Remove the Side Rail (1) from the Narrow Media Guide Assembl
• Raise the T-650’s Media Thickness Adjustment (14) to the hig
• Remove the Center Support Plate (6) from the T-650.
• Install the Narrow Media Guide Assembly in place of the Cent
• Position (slide) the Narrow Media Guide Assembly, closer to
• Move the Right Media Guide Assembly (5) against the Narrow M
• Reposition the Media Hold-down Guide as shown below.
• Set up the Tabber to side tab from Head 2. See T-650 Operati
• Readjust the Media Thickness Adjustment (14) to accommodate
• Run the Job.
• Applying Stamps to Narrow Media
• Example: Applying stamp to #10 envelopes.
• The addition of the narrow media guide allows stamping of me
• Note: Without this guide installed the minimum media width f
• Remove the Side Rail (1) from the Narrow Media Guide Assembl
• Raise the T-650’s Media Thickness Adjustment (14) to the hig
• Remove the Center Support Plate (6) from the T-650.
• Install the Narrow Media Guide Assembly in place of the Cent
• Position (slide) the Narrow Media Guide Assembly, closer to
• Move the Right Media Guide Assembly (5) against the Narrow M
• Reposition the Media Hold-down Guide as shown below.
• Setup Head 1 to apply stamps. See T-650 Operations Manual fo
• Readjust the Media Thickness Adjustment (14) to accommodate
• Run the Job.
• Applying Tabs to Perpendicular Sides of Narrow Media Exampl
• The addition of the narrow media guide allows tabbing to per
• Note: The minimum media width is 6.5”; when applying 1.5” ta
• If the Side Rail (1) is not installed on the Narrow Media Gu
• Raise the T-650’s Media Thickness Adjustment (14) to the hig
• Make sure the Center Support Plate (6) is installed.
• Install the Narrow Media Guide Assembly to the right of the
• Position (slide) the Narrow Media Guide Assembly, closer to
• Move the Right Media Guide Assembly (5) against the Narrow M
• Reposition the Media Hold-down Guide as shown below.
• Set up the Tabber to apply two tabs to the side of the media
• Readjust the Media Thickness Adjustment (14) to accommodate
• Run the Job.
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• Index
• A
• AC Power Receptacle 12
• Adjust Backlight 37
• Adjust Pitch 52
• Adjust Tab Position 93
• Adjusting the Feeder 22
• Adjustment V-Tab 47
• Advanced Features 37
• Applying Stamps 29
• Assembly 13
• Auto Paper Length 44
• B
• Backlight 37
• BIOS Version 38
• C
• Center Support Plate 8, 17, 110
• Center Support Plate Slot 27
• Check List – Operation 90
• Cleaning 96
• Cleaning Belts 96
• Cleaning Rollers 96
• Cleaning Sensors 97
• Cleaning Wrap Guides 98
• Clear Key 11
• Clear Tab Type 109
• Contents 7
• Control Panel 8, 11
• D
• Diagnostic 38
• Disable Head #1 40, 43
• Disable Head #2 40, 43
• E
• EasyFeed 120 12, 14, 22
• Emergency Stop 11
• Emergency Stop Output 10
• Exit Foot 9, 17
• Exit Foot Knob 9
• Exit Pressure Rollers 9
• Exit Roller Assembly 8, 9
• F
• Feeder Control Connection 10
• Feeder Interface Cable 7, 12, 15
• Fine Adjust Tab Position 93
• Fine Adjustment Knob 8
• Front Tab 26
• Front tabbing 26
• Front tabbing Slot 9
• Fuse 10
• G
• Gap 109
• Gap-V 50, 51
• H
• Head 1 8
• Head 1 Securing Knob 9
• Head 2 8
• Head Position Minder 9, 25
• Hold-Down Guide 19
• I
• Info Key 11, 36, 92
• Info Screen 36, 92
• Installation 13
• Interlock Connector 12
• Interlock Control Switch 12
• J
• Jams 102
• Job # 39
• Jog Button 12
• K
• Key Pad 11
• L
• LCD Display 11
• Lead Edge Tabbing 26
• Left Media Guide Assembly 8, 110
• Loading Tabs/Stamps 21
• Lubrication 99
• M
• Main Power Switch 10
• Maintenance 96
• Manual V-Tab Adjust 49
• Measuring Scale 11
• Mechanical Setup 16
• Media Guide Width Fine Adjust 8
• Media Hold-down Guide 9
• Media Sensor Test 97
• Media Thickness 19
• Media Thickness Adjust 8, 110
• Menu Features 35
• N
• Narrow Media Guide Assembly 110
• O
• Opaque Tab Type 109
• Operation 90
• Operation Check-List 90
• Operator Maintenance 96
• P
• Packaging 7
• Paper Length 44, 45
• Peel Plate 20
• Pitch 42, 52
• Plugging In 15
• Position Minder 9
• Power Inlet 10
• Power Switch 12
• Pressure Roller Release Latch 21, 23
• Product Length 44, 45
• R
• Reel Assembly 14
• Reel Brake Roller 21
• Right Media Guide Assembly 8, 110
• Right Media Guide Securing Knob 9
• Run Key 11
• Run Screen 35
• S
• Safety Precautions 6
• Safety Stop Input 10
• Save Key 11
• Securing Latches 9
• Selecting Job 92
• Sequence of Operation 91
• Service 108
• Shipping 7
• Side Tabbing 23, 32
• Soft Keys 11
• Specifications 107
• Speed Control 11
• Speed Control Dial 12
• Stamps 29
• Stand Alone Switch 12
• Start-Up Screen 35
• Stepper Cam Lubrication 100
• Stop Key 11
• Supplies 108
• Support 108
• T
• Tab Applicator Assembly 9, 100
• Tab Applicator Peel Point 21
• Tab Pitch 42
• Tab Positions Adjustment 93
• Tab Reel Assembly 8
• Tab Reel Side Guides 8
• Tab Sensor 47
• Tab Sensor Test 97
• Tab Type 109
• Tab V 50, 51
• Tab Wrap Guide - Right 9
• Tab Wrap Guide -Left 9
• Take-up Reels 8
• Test Media Sensor 97
• Test Tab Sensor 97
• Transport Power Switch 11
• Troubleshooting 102
• Troubleshooting Operation 106
• Troubleshooting Stamp Placement 105
• Troubleshooting Tab Placement 103
• V
• V-Tab Adjustment 47
• W
• Warranty Registration 2, 108
• Wrap Guides 98