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3) To adjust the standard gap for the glue meter, you can use the screws on the glue
tank bracket to adjust the position of the glue tank. Then measure the distance
between the ruler and the highest point of glue drum. To adjust the height of the
glue meter, loosen the two sets of screws located on each end.
2 – 3 mm Ruler
The level of clamping position
Glue Scraper
Glue Meter
Glue Drum
2 mm
• Adjusting the gap for the glue scraper:
1) Loosen the two screws on the glue scraper.
2) Measure the distance between glue scraper and the glue drum as shown. Note that the
standard gap between glue scraper and the glue drum is 2 mm.
3) Tighten the screws.
• Setting the glue-adjusting knob to the appropriate positions: Normally, the indicator is
set at 1/3 to 1/2 of the arrow mark.
1/3 1/2
MIN MAX
1/3 1/2
MIN MAX
• Controlling the quality of a book by means of the glue meter:
Note that the thickness of the cover sheet is an important factor for you to make a
good spine. Use only the appropriate thickness of cover sheet to make a good book.
1) Decrease the melted glue when
Too much glue on both sides OR Nail Head
2) Increase the melted glue when
Hollow Middle OR Round