Akiles CoilMac EX Series 4:1/4:1+

CoilMac-EX Series Electric Binding Machine

All-In-One Electric Coil Punch, Electric Inserter

With its heavy duty punch motor, built-in electric coil inserter and complete system of functions, the Akiles CoilMac-EX makes coil binding fast, easy, convenient and professional.

Akiles CoilMac-EX Setup Guide

1. Use the Coil Size Guide to determine the correct Depth Margin and Coil Diameter (Picture 1).
2. Push and turn the Depth Margin Control to 1 of 4 colors depending on the size of your book (Picture 2a). The knob should lock into 1 of 4 positions (Picture 2b).
3. Optional: Use the Coil Diameter Selector to check that you are using the correct coil size for your book (Picture 3).

Akiles CoilMac-EX Punching Guide

1. Make sure the Function Control on the front of the machine is set to Punch.
2. Use the Punch Throat Ruler and Side Margin Control to center the punching of your document (Picture 1 and 2). For CoilMac-EX (Round Holes): Various disengageable pins can be found at strategically designed positions to avoid partially perforated holes in common sheet sizes. For CoilMac-EX Plus (Oval Holes): All holes are disengageable which guarantees clean punch on sheets of any size.
3. Insert sheets and press foot pedal to punch (Picture 3).

Akiles CoilMac-EX Paper Jam

1. Shut off power.
2. Insert a 6 mm allen key into the hole on the left side panel of the machine (Picture A).
3. Rotate allen key counter clockwise to pull the punch pins out of the sheet (Picture B).
4. Remove all sheets from the punch throat.
5. Remove allen key from machine, turn on power and press foot pedal to make sure machine operates correctly.

Akiles CoilMac-EX Coil Inserting Guide

1. Make sure the Function Control on the front of the machine is set to Insert.
2. Align punched document in Alignment Channel. This feature is great for larger documents (Picture 1).
3. Insert the coil by hand into the first 4 - 5 holes (Picture 2).
4. Hold docuement evenly against roller, with coil touching roller (Picture 3).
5. Press the foot pedal and the roller will spin the coil through the punched holes (Picture 3).
6. Release the foot pedal once the coil has been inserted all the way through the book with about 1/2" on each side.
7. Use coil crimpers to cut and crimp excess (Picture 4).

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Akiles CoilMac-EX and CoilMac-EX Plus Specifications

• All Electric Operation: Powerful punching & inserting capability with a simple press of foot pedal.
• Extended Single Punching Length (13”): With open ends & continuous punch guide to easily punch documents of any length (up to 26″).
• High Volume Punch Capacity: Suggested up to 25-sheet for 20 lbs paper, or 2.6mm (28-sheet equivalent) for hardboard*, in 13” length (53 holes).
• Super Strength Punch Mechanism with exclusive “Precision Guiding System^TM” Blade Set: Cast-hardened & heat-treated steel dies provide superior strength & hardness. Exclusive “precision guiding system” guarantees a sharp & clean perforation every time.
• Electric Reverse (Anti-Jam) Function: For trouble-free punching.
• Full Length Heavy-Duty Electric Coil Inserter with Double Roller Mechanism: 11-3/8” EPDM roller provides high friction and durability, making this inserter one of the easiest-to-use & most durable. Front-mounted roller position gives operator greater control & improves efficiency. Foot-pedal operated. Plastic & Metal coil compatible.
• Industrial-Grade Roller Motor: Heavy-Duty motor (3 times heavier-duty than other similar machines in its class).
• U-shaped Alignment Channel: Assists the operator to properly shape the document’s spine, for faster & easier coil insertion.
• Side Margin Control: Provides an evenly centered punch for all document sizes.
• Punching Margin Control: Provides the correct punch-margin-depth for each coil size and maximizes the document’s tear resistance.
• Open Throat and Continuous Punch Guide: For an easy alignment and punching of longer documents up to 26”.
• Rugged ALL Metal Construction: Makes it the most reliable & durable coil binding system in its class.
• Extra-High-Capacity Waste Drawer
• 6 Height-Adjustable Non-Skid Metal Feet
• CE Certification: All components certified & approved by CE for most stringent safety requirements.
• ISO9001 & 14001 Quality: Manufactured under ISO9001 & 14001 guidelines for highest quality control & environmental management standards
• Includes Coil Diameter Selector & Premium Oval Coil Crimpers

Akiles CoilMac-EX and CoilMac-EX Plus Brochure and Manual

• Akiles CoilMac-EX Operator Manual
• Akiles CoilMac-EX Brochure