Lathem 1200 Series - Manuals

Page 3 - Contents

Contents Here’s all the information you need for setting and operating your new Lathem time recorder. Service information is also included in this manual, in case any problems ever arise. Thank you for choosing a Lathem time recorder. Should you ever need assistance, please let us know. Ordering Acc...

Page 4 - Ordering Accessories; * For additional information on Lathem’s powerful employer

1200 Series User’s Manual 2 Ordering Accessories Lathem time recorders fulfill a wide range of timekeeping requirements. For maximum results, only use Lathem accessories specifically designed to fit your time recorder. To purchase the appropriate accessories for your time recorder, contact your loca...

Page 5 - Setting the Time; Figure 1; Raise the Type Section; Unlock the case cover and pull it forward to remove it.; Type Section Headlock – 1.2; . Note position of the Overthrow Lever and the; Overthrow Lever – 1.3; away from you

1200 Series User’s Manual 3 Setting the Time Figure 1 Raise the Type Section 1. Unlock the case cover and pull it forward to remove it. 2. Wait until you hear the clock “click”. 3. Press either side of the Type Section Headlock – 1.2 and pull upward on the lower part of the Clock Face until the Type...

Page 6 - Set the Time on the Type Wheels; Figure 2; the top wheel and work down when setting.; Clock Face

1200 Series User’s Manual 4 Set the Time on the Type Wheels Figure 2 1. Locate the Center Line where all the wheels line up as shown in Figure 2 . 2. Rotate the wheels using a pointed object. Rotate each wheel until the correct date and time are aligned at the Center Position, as shown in Figure 2 ....

Page 7 - Make a sample registration and verify the time and date; Set the Time on the Clock Face; Figure 3; Make a sample registration on paper.; until the clock

1200 Series User’s Manual 5 the Type Section down and press it firmly into the Type Section Headlock. 8. Make a sample registration and verify the time and date or day is correct. 9. Replace and lock the case cover. Set the Time on the Clock Face Figure 3 1. Make a sample registration on paper. 2. R...

Page 8 - Changing the Ribbon; Figure 4

1200 Series User’s Manual 6 Changing the Ribbon Lathem time recorders have self-reversing ribbons. With normal use, a ribbon should last for many months or even years….and when the time comes, it is easy to change. Figure 4 1. Remove the top cover and raise type section (see “Raise the type section”...

Page 9 - Replacing the Type Section; Figure 5; Lift type section slightly and move it to the right to

1200 Series User’s Manual 7 Replacing the Type Section If your type section needs servicing, you can easily remove and replace it with a spare, without sending the entire machine for service. Figure 5 1. Remove the top cover. 2. Remove Type Section Retaining Ring – 5.1 . 3. Lift type section slightl...

Page 10 - Changing the Motor; Figure 6

1200 Series User’s Manual 8 Changing the Motor Figure 6 1. Unplug cord from wall outlet. 2. Remove type section from main frame (see “Replacing the Type Section”). 3. Figure 6 shows a close-up of cam block terminal. 4. Disconnect Motor Wire Leads – 6.1 by turning each Screw – 6.2 one-quarter of a tu...

Page 11 - Warranty

1200 Series User’s Manual 9 Warranty One-Year Limited Warranty Lathem warrants the hardware products described in this guide against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of original purchase. The conditions of this warranty and the extent of the responsibility of La...