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Mechanical Time Recorder Model 2121 User’s Guide.
Contents Thank you for choosing the Lathem 2121 time recorder. Should you ever need assistance, please let us know. This guide contains all the information you need for setting up and operating your new time recorder. Service i nformation is also included for replacing certain parts.
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 1 Ordering Accessories Lathem time recorders fulfill a wide range of ti mekeeping requirements. For maximum results, only use Lathem accessories specifically designed to fit your time recorder.
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 2 Start Here Complete these steps to setup your new time recorder This guide is available to download at: http://www.lathem.com/support/product-manuals.aspx 1. Mount Clock in Suitable Lo cation Must be within 6 feet of AC power source (unswitched) an d conveni ently located for yo ur employees.
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 3 2.4 Place your hands on both sides of the cover and pull it toward you to remove i t. A small amount of for ce may be required. 3. Lift the T ype Se ction 3.1 Locate the lock lever on either side of the type s ection behind the clock face .
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 4 3.2 While pushing the lock lever down, lift the entire type section as shown below until it locks into place horizontally. It will click distinctly when it locks place. 4. Set the Printed Day and T ime 4.
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 5 4.2 Before setting type wheels, observe the center position of wheels, as shown by the arrows below. The characters in the center position of each wheel are the characters that will print.
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 6 4.3 When finished, release the red overthrow lever by gently pulling it toward you until it clicks. This prevents the print wheels from being manually turned. 5. Set Hands on Cl ock F ace 5.1 Locate the setting wheel on the right side below the clock face.
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 7 6. Advance Print Wheel s and Hands 6.1 Turn the main setting wheel, as shown below, to advance both the clock face and the print wheels together. 6.2 Use your fingers or a poi nted object to rotate the main setting wheel clockwise until it advances the time on the clock face to the curren t time.
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 8 7.2 While holding the type section up, release the latch by slightly pushing it in the direction, as shown below. 7.3 Gently lower the type section. Tip : Turn spools to tighten ribbon before lowering type section to avoid catching the ribbon.
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 9 8. T e st that Cloc k Is No w Set C orrectly 8.1 When the clock advances to the next minute, you hear a distinct click. 8.2 Insert a card or piece of paper below the print ribbon. 8.3 Push lever on front of the unit down to make a print.
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 10 Change the Ribb on Lathem time recorders have self-reversing ribbons. With normal use, a ribbon should last for many months or even years. When the time comes, it is easy to change. 1. Remove cover and lift ty pe section as described in Unlock and Remove the Cover and Lift Type Section .
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 11 Change the T yp e Section If the type section needs servicing, you can easil y remove and change it without sending the entire unit for service. 1. Remove cover as des cribed in Unlock and Remov e the Cover .
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 12 Change the Mot or 1. Unplug the unit from the AC electrical outlet. 2. Remove cover as des cribed in Unlock and Remov e the Cover . 3. Remove type section as described in Changing th e Type Section . 4.
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 13 8. Install the new motor making sure the motor bracket is completely behind the clock frame and the gold motor bearing is resting in the slot of the frame. 9. Attach the type section, reset the time, and replace the cover, as described in this guide.
Model 2121 Time Recorde r User’s G uide Page 14 W arranty One-Yea r Limited W arrant y Lathem warrants the hardware products described in this guide against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one y ear fro m date of original purchase fro m Lathem or from an authorized Lath em resell er.
An important point after buying a device Lathem 2121 (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought Lathem 2121 yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Lathem 2121 - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Lathem 2121 you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Lathem 2121 will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Lathem 2121, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Lathem 2121.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Lathem 2121. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Lathem 2121 along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
