Factory Install

It takes two consecutive days to install a Trendsetter VLF Autoloader shipped new from the factory.
[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 installing a Trendsetter VLF AL has completed Creo training on the product.

Day 1 Procedures

1. Check the site preparation
2. Unpack & position
3. Install the base Trendsetter VLF
4. Install the track and picker
5. Install the Single Cassette Unit (SCU) or Install the Multiple Cassette Unit (MCU)
6. Install the Slipsheet Removal System (SSR)
7. Install the straight conveyor or Install the L-Conveyor
8. Install the imaging head. See the Thermal Head installation page.
9. Install skins, rear access guards, and guard rail
10. Clean up

Day 2 Procedures

1. Install the Workstation
2. Test the system (not yet available)
3. Align the head. See the Head Installation procedure(doc #77-0074A)
4. Configure the system.
5. Complete the Installation Test Procedure (ITP): for Print Console
6. Train the operator. See the Operator checklist.

Procedure Checklist (Excel file):  a summary of the procedures for installing 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 Factory Install 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