Using Folding Unit FD-503

With Folding Unit FD-503 mounted, the following fold and punch patterns are available.

Fold:

Six folding types are available; [Z-Fold], [Tri-Fold-in], [Tri-Fold-out], [Double Parallel], [Gate], and [Half Fold]. Specify the print side ([outside] or [inside]) for each fold mode except Z-Fold.

Original	Output
	[Z- Fold]		[Tri-Fold-in]		[Tri-Fold-out]
			[Outside Print]	[Inside Print]	[Outside Print]	[Inside Print]
	[Double Parallel]		[Gate]		[Half-Fold]
	[Outside Print]	[Inside Print]	[Outside Print]	[Inside Print]	[Outside Print]	[Inside Print]

Punch:

Punches 2, 3 or 4 holes in printed sheets for filing purposes. Specify the desired punch position (left/right/top) according to the original set direction.

Original	Output
	[2-Hole Punch]
	[Left]	[Right]	[Top]
	[3-Hole Punch]
	[Left]	[Right]	[Top]
	[4-Hole Punch]
	[Left]	[Right]	[Top]

Be sure that the side guide plates of the source tray are securely aligned to the paper loaded in that tray. Otherwise, copies may not be punched in position.

If ATS (automatic tray switch) functions while punching operation is in progress, punch holes may be off the position.

Punch mode is unavailable for paper sizes other than standard (Detect Size Setting, Custom, Tab paper).

When Folding Unit FD-503 is used as a single finishing option, the primary (main) tray and multi folder tray are available to be allotted with output modes as described below.