Procedure For Additional Vehicle Identification Number

Fig 1: Identifying Vehicle Identification Number Position

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Mark position lines (2) in accordance with specified dimensions/measurements.

Measurement a = 12 mm

Measurement b = 10 mm

Display input:

NOTE: With Layout 5 the vehicle identification number (line 1) is crossed through.

Fig 2: Identifying Display

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IMPORTANT: Perform stamping operation with position lines in advance on a test sheet.

Fig 3: Identifying Suction Feet Of Needle Stamping Unit Moving Position

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Move suction feet of needle stamping unit to positions (1) and (2) shown.

NOTE: Make sure the unit is resting securely in position. If necessary, adjust the height and position of the suction feet.

Press pushbutton (1) for vacuum pressure.

Then start stamping operation with pushbutton (2).

IMPORTANT: After completing the stamping operation, do not alter the position of the unit.
Do not switch off vacuum pressure.

Fig 4: Stamping Vehicle Identification Number

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