NuArc 26-1K help

[SusanV]

So... I found a NuArc 26-1K on 'bay, and got it. Just brought it
home, plugged it in, and realized I don't exactly know how to
run it. Seems simple, but it didn't come with a manual. Would
someone write me a simple "1. 2. 3." kind of instruction for making
an exposure with it? ( and/or show me where I can get a manual
online... I searched but came up empty)

I did turn it on and the fan up top powers on. I think you have
to wait for it to pull a vacuum before the light comes on, am I
right? The vacuum pump hums, but the meter just flutters around
2 or 3 and that's as good as it gets. The glass doesn't seem to
make firm contact... is there an adjustment I can make for that?

One more question... the round knob on the upper right next to
the vacuum button... it's spring loaded... is that a bleed or
something? When I go clockwise with it I get a little vacuum,
when I go counter, no vacuum.

Any help would be so very appreciated!

thanks,
Susan

[SusanV]

OK I'm back to report that i got it working. Still haven't found a
manual online, BUT I did find the solution to my vacuum trouble.
it was as simple as cleaning the glass and rubber gasket. They
"looked" clean, but had a film of dust I guess, because after a good
cleaning, it sucked! Yeah! Pressure is measured in mercury, right?
Is it pounds, or... ?

It is SO exciting to have this, and now to know it works!
All for $311, too.

I plan to use it for exposing polymer plates for gravure, so I'll have
to do some testing this weekend to find my exposure times...

I'll still welcome any hints and suggestions for how you've set
up yours. Thanks!
Susan

[bob carnie]

Hi Susanne

Your *Fuji Graphic* representative in US will have all the info , parts and service technicians to help you. At least that is the case here in Canada.
You got a great deal on this unit, I have used Nuarc for over 20 years and they are very reliable.
You may want to build a small barrier around the unit when you are exposing or you will end up with a nice sun tan.
Have fun.

[SusanV]

Hi Bob, thanks for responding, I really appreciate it. I'll look for
that Fuji rep here.

I made a makeshift curtain for it today with some magnetic hooks
and three pieces of tarp. it fits loosely enough for good airflow
(and it is open on the back which is about a foot from a wall),
so I don't think it will get too hot, but I'm going to watch out
for that. My main problem is my big goofy standard poodle. I
don't want to fry his big brown eyes.... He is always at my side,
watching everything I do like there's going to be a quiz later

thanks again for the response!
Susan

[BillSchwab]

Susan,

I have a manual in PDF format if you want. PM me with an email address and I will send it to you.

Bill

[SusanV]

Many thanks to Bill Schwab for the manual. That's just what I needed!

Susan

[Gustavo_Castilla]

Can you be so kind as to email me a copy of the manual ?
I am having some of the same issues as you
Gustavo@Ironworkx.net

http://www.Ironworkx.net
Gustavo@Ironworkx.net
818 632 2035
16684 Morrison St.
Encino Ca.91436

[Kiron Kid]

It's a Litho plate burner. What do you guys use it for?

Kiron Kid

[freedda]

Susan, I just got the same unit used and I'm working in the same process. If you want, feel free to email me with questions, thoughts etc. at dkfreed (at) whidbey (dot) com -- spaces removed.

Also, the dealers for the NuArc are M&R graphics. Their tech person has been helpful to me in getting going on this unit. See: http://www.mrprint.com/en/Home.aspx

I plan to use it for exposing polymer plates for gravure, so I'll have to do some testing this weekend to find my exposure times...

[agGNOME]

Hi, I have the 261k as well sans manual. Can I persuade anyone to share the pdf instruction manual? It would be greatly appreciated.....