Upgrading an AL-Ready machine to a full Trendsetter VLF AL

It takes two consecutive days to upgrade an AL-Ready Trendsetter VLF with an Autoloader in the field.
[To install a new VLF TS AL from the factory, see the Factory Install page.]
[To perform a retrofit, see the Field upgrade page.]

Note:  These procedures are designed only as a guide to assist field engineers. It is assumed that any person upgrading a Trendsetter VLF with an AL has completed Creo training on the product.

Day 1 Procedures

1. Check the site preparation
2. Unpack & position
3. Upgrade the base Trendsetter VLF
4. Install the track and picker
5. Install the Single Cassette Unit (SCU) or Install the Multiple Cassette Unit (MCU)

Day 2 Procedures

1. Install the Slipsheet Removal System (SSR)
2. Install the straight conveyor or Install the L-Conveyor
3. Install skins, rear access guards, and guard rail
4. Clean up
5. Test the system (not yet available)
6. Configure the system.
7. Complete the Installation Test Procedure (ITP): for Print Console
8. Train the operator. See the Operator checklist.

Procedure Checklist (Excel file):  a summary of the procedures for upgrading to a Trendsetter VLF AL.
Note: This checklist must only be used as a reference sheet for those who are fully trained and experienced with installation of the VLF TS AL system.

Tools

Printed Documents

The following documents are in pdf format so that you can print the text out for reference.
To view the photographs and drawings, please use the procedure online or on your service CD.

• All AL-Ready to Full AL Upgrade Procedures
• Procedure Checklist

• Installation Test Procedure for Print Console

• Site Preparations & Requirements
• Operator Checklist
• Installing Plate Alignment Labels
• Assembling the Floor Plate
• Assembling MCU Skins