The DFG ETitanWire wire binding machine is a 3:1 pitch wire binder that is specifically designed for high-volume use, featuring a heavy-duty electric punch, die-cast metal construction, and an innovative encased lubrication system, which helps to reduce friction and punch wear. In addition to reliability and durability, the ETitanWire also provides the utmost in versatility, with fully-disengageable dies, an open punching throat and alignment pin for accommodating large sheet sizes, and adjustable side margin and punching depth controls. Below is a step-by-step guide for binding books with the DFG ETitanWire wire binder:
- Before using your ETitanWire for the first time, you will need to set it up. Begin by installing the binding handle (located on the right side of the machine). Insert the cord for the foot pedal into the jack on the rear of the machine, then connect the power cord to the right side of the machine and plug the opposite end into a 110V outlet.
- Turn the power on using the power switch on the rear of the machine.
- Measure your unbound book to determine the required 3:1 twin-loop binding wire diameter. Place the book onto the machine’s base, then push down on the built-in Size Selector until it presses against the top sheet. The top of the Size Selector will indicate which wire size is most appropriate for your document.
- Set the punching depth based on the total thickness of your book. Use the sliding knob on the left side of the machine to set the distance between the edge of your sheet and the holes. As a general rule, thinner books utilize a smaller punch margin than do thicker books.
- Adjust the side margin guide by loosening the screw, positioning the guide, and tightening the screw to prevent the guide from shifting. This will allow you to center your page within the punch for increased efficiency and a more professional finish.
- Depending on your sheet size, you may need to disengage one or more dies in order to prevent any partially-punched holes from appearing on the edges of your document. To disengage any die, pull the corresponding pin straight back from the machine until it stops. If you need to re-engage a die that had been disengaged, push the pin back into the machine.
- Insert up to 28 sheets of paper (based on standard 20 lb. thickness) into the punch. To help ensure that all of your pages are punched with a consistent, uniform pattern, take care to align the pages against the back of the punch and the side guide.
- Press the foot pedal to electrically punch your pages, then release it and retrieve your punched sheets.
- Repeat steps 7 – 8, working in sets of up to 28 pages, until all sheets in your document have been punched.
- Adjust the wire closing mechanism based on the binding wire size that is being used. To adjust the wire closer, loosen or tighten the two knobs located at the rear of the machine. Perform a test closure with a sample wire, then fine-tune your settings as necessary.
- Arrange the pages of your book in order from first to last, then place the back cover face-down onto the front cover. This will allow you to hide the seam of the wire within the book after binding.
- Place your document onto your work table with the punched side hanging slightly off the edge. Insert the selected wire into the holes in the book, starting at one side and working toward the other.
- Once the wire has been completely inserted into the book, lift the book and the wire off of the table and place the wire into the wire closer. The wire should be placed so that the open side is agains the bottom of the wire closer.
- Pull the binding handle forward to activate the wire closer. Once the wire has been completely closed, return the handle to its upright position to release the wire and complete the bind.
- Lift the book out of the wire closer, then flip the back cover around to the back of the book. This will conceal the seam of the wire and result in a more polished and professional look.