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* The punching die buttons are a bit sticky. When they're depressed they're engaged. You might want to play with them a bit to get the feel. | * The punching die buttons are a bit sticky. When they're depressed they're engaged. You might want to play with them a bit to get the feel. | ||
* If you're binding something right on the edge of a comb size, use the larger size. | * If you're binding something right on the edge of a comb size, use the larger size. | ||
== Binding == | |||
The manual is a bit vague on how binding works. There are several videos of comb binding machines on the internet and I suggest watching one, along with reading the manual and the following overview. | |||
=== Place the comb behind the fingers of the machine with the opening facing up === | |||
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=== Pull the handle towards you and the comb should open === | |||
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=== Load pages into the comb === | |||
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[[:Category:Tools]] | [[:Category:Tools]] |
Revision as of 18:36, 7 February 2023
The binding machine in the space is an Ibico ibiMaster 400e. Before using the machine, please read File:Ibimaster 400e manual.pdf.
Location
- The machine lives in the classroom
- Binding combs, report covers, foot pedal, and power cable live in the Binding Combs tote in the craft supply area.
Tips
- The machine must be plugged in and powered on for the punch to work.
- Don't try to punch more than 12 sheets at a time. Punch report covers separately from paper.
- The punching die buttons are a bit sticky. When they're depressed they're engaged. You might want to play with them a bit to get the feel.
- If you're binding something right on the edge of a comb size, use the larger size.
Binding
The manual is a bit vague on how binding works. There are several videos of comb binding machines on the internet and I suggest watching one, along with reading the manual and the following overview.