Replacing the Cutting Pad
Please note that these instructions apply to both the SS Standard Cutting Pad
and the CSS Premium Cutting Pad.
1. When both sides of Cutting Pad no longer cut at least four sheets of
construction paper with one pull of the handle, or scissors are required to
complete a cut, the Cutting Pad needs to be replaced.
2. Slide the Cutting Pad (Figure E) out of the machine and properly discard.
3. Remove and save all Mylar Shims (Figure F) under the Cutting Pad.
4. Replace the "
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" Shim in the machine, making sure the "
(Figure F & Inset) is securely inserted in the Shim Clip (Inset). Keep the
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" Shim in the machine AT ALL TIMES to properly distribute cutting
pressure.
5. Insert new Cutting Pad into the machine on top of the "
6. Check the Cutting Pad height using the following procedures:
a. Place a die with a symmetrical design (letter "O", "S" or Flower #1A)
rubber side down on the Cutting Pad and slide into the machine with
NO paper. Then pull the handle down once.
b. Slide the die and the Cutting Pad out of the machine to check the
impression made by the die on the Cutting Pad. There should be a
LIGHT impression of the entire die design on the Cutting Pad.
c. If no impression or an incomplete impression is made, add one Mylar
Shim at a time, checking the die impression between the addition of
each shim (maximum of four). Make sure the Shim Tabs are completely
folded on the crease line and secured in the Shim Clip (Inset). There are
extra Mylar Shims in the Tool Kit that came with the machine. Always
leave the "
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d. When an impression appears, try cutting four pieces of construction
paper. If all pieces cut completely through, the Cutting Pad height is correct.
Turn Cutting Pad over routinely (weekly for high usage), for even wear on
both sides.
Cleaning Your Machine
Over time and due to normal use, the machine will become dirty or dusty. This
will happen primarily on the Pressure Plate and Cam Cover (Figure E). To clean,
use only isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) poured onto a clean paper towel and
rub over the Cam Cover and Pressure Plate until it evaporates. Use cotton swabs
to get into areas the paper towel doesn't reach. With another clean dry paper
towel, wipe off any residue. Isopropyl alcohol may also be used to clean the
Base Plate and Instruction Label. It is a good idea to clean the machine every
time the Cutting Pad is changed. NEVER use bleach or abrasive cleaners on the
machine. The machine DOES NOT need to be oiled or lubricated.
" Shim in the machine.
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