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TABLE OF CONTENTS 

 
 

Important Safety Messages and Electrical Safeguards……………………3-4 
 
Introduction………………………………………………………………….5 
 
Specifications………………………………………………………………..5 
 
Initial Setup……………………………………………………………….6-8 
 

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Unpacking……………………………………………………………6 

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Components………………………………………………………….6 

 

Motor Switch……...……………………………………………...6 

 

Reverse Switch………...…………………………………………6 

 

Heater Switch……………...……………………………………..8 

 

Heat Indicator Light……………………………………………...8 

 
Loading Laminating Film onto Mandrels…………………………….....8-9 
 
Threading Laminating Film…………………………………………....9-12 
 
Adjusting Mandrel/Film Tension……………………………………..12-13 
 
Setting Heat Shoe Temperature………………………………………13-14 
 
Laminating…………………………………………………………....14-15 
 
Troubleshooting………………………………………………………15-16 
 
Maintenance…………………………………………………………......17 

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Cleaning the Heat Shoes and Laminator Rollers……………........17 

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Removing Wrap-arounds…………………………………..….….18 

 
Warranty………………………………………………………………...18 
 
Return Policy…………………………………………………………....18 
 
Parts List and Illustrations…………………………………………..19-20 

Summary of Contents for Easy-LAM II

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Page 2: ... 6 Heater Switch 8 Heat Indicator Light 8 Loading Laminating Film onto Mandrels 8 9 Threading Laminating Film 9 12 Adjusting Mandrel Film Tension 12 13 Setting Heat Shoe Temperature 13 14 Laminating 14 15 Troubleshooting 15 16 Maintenance 17 Ø Cleaning the Heat Shoes and Laminator Rollers 17 Ø Removing Wrap arounds 18 Warranty 18 Return Policy 18 Parts List and Illustrations 19 20 ...

Page 3: ...efore touching Ø Do not use the laminator for other than its intended purpose Ø Place the laminator on a stable cart stand or table A laminator placed on an unstable surface may fall causing serious bodily injury or damage to the unit Ø Move the laminator with caution Quick stops excessive force or uneven floor surfaces may cause the laminator and cart to overturn Ø Do not insert items or objects ...

Page 4: ...s beyond their capacity as this can result in fire or electrical shock This unit is rated at 15 amps and should be the only item plugged into a 20 amp branch circuit Ø Adjust only those controls that are specified in these Operating Instructions Ø Do not attempt to service or repair the laminator yourself Unplug the laminator from the electrical outlet and contact an authorized service representat...

Page 5: ...ed with the 5 mil switch only Your Easy Lam II is preset at the factory for most applications so any adjustments should be minor A thermometer provides continual indication of the heat shoe temperature which may be adjusted as needed SPECIFICATIONS Plastic Width Up to 27 68 6cm Plastic Thickness 1 5 mil and 3 mil 37 and 75 micron 5 mil 125 micron with 5 mil option switch only Maximum Roll Length 1...

Page 6: ...onents Figure 1 shows the location of the major components and controls of the Easy Lam II You should become familiar with these before operating the laminator Motor Switch This switch provides power to the motor If the switch is pressed to the on position the rollers move the plastic film and laminating material through the unit Reverse Switch This toggle switch is found on the back of the machin...

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Page 8: ...Laminating Film onto Mandrels Slide film with a one inch core onto the mandrel as in Figure 2 Note that one mandrel is labeled TOP and the other BOTT for bottom They are not interchangeable Ø When sliding roll of film onto mandrel you must push the core gripper to the flat position When core gripper is inside the core the core gripper spring will cause the core gripper to grab the film so the tens...

Page 9: ... to poly in film rolls shiny side out dull side in 1 For the top supply roll place the mandrel ends into the slots on the top of the laminator If you are facing the front of the laminator the film should unwind toward you from the bottom of the roll as in Figure 3 ...

Page 10: ...move the feed table Place the mandrel ends into position in the lower mandrel holder slots If you are facing the front of the laminator the film should unwind away from you from the bottom of the rollers as shown in Figure 4 Figure 4 4 Pull 6 12 of film from the bottom roll Pass it under the lower idler bar You can drop down the lower idler bar to give you more clearance After doing so return the ...

Page 11: ...nsion Drape the film from the bottom roll over the film from the top roll Use a piece of tape to hold film in place See Figure 5 and 6 NOTE The shiny side of the film must always go against the heat shoes CAUTION The heat shoes reach a temperature of up to 350 F Do not touch the surface of the heat shoes Figure 5 Figure 6 ...

Page 12: ...e of laminating film has different characteristics and may require laminator adjustment The tension should be set so that the film moves over the heat shoes without wrinkles as the film enters the laminator Best results are obtained if tension adjustments are made while the unit is at operating temperature If any adjustments are required use the following procedure 1 Switch the heaters on Wait 30 ...

Page 13: ... side of the bottom supply mandrel and adjust the tension as in Step 3 above Setting Heat Shoe Temperature The laminator temperature should be adjusted according to the film thickness and the item being laminated See recommended temperature settings from your film supplier Keep in mind that different brands of laminating film may require different temperatures 1 Turn the heater switch on 2 Use the...

Page 14: ... Laminating 1 When the motor is first turned on allow 6 of film to clear heat shoes for best laminating results 2 Be sure the heaters have been turned on and are at the proper temperature CAUTION Do not allow the temperature to exceed 350 F as this could cause the laminating film to melt on the heat shoes 3 Adjust the paper guide on the feed table so that the right edge of the item will enter the ...

Page 15: ...m II has mounting capability up to 3 16 Please refer to the video for instructions 11 The 5 mil option switch is a factory installed option which gives the user the capability of laminating 5 mil laminate Troubleshooting The following guide will assist you with most problems that may be encountered when laminating PROBLEM Laminator is inoperative Motor does not run and the indicator lights are out...

Page 16: ...perature Clean heat shoes of residual adhesive See MAINTENANCE section for cleaning instructions PROBLEM Blistering of the film appears over the item or along the edge ACTION Reduce the temperature on the heat shoes If the red heat indicator light remains on after this adjustment is made disconnect the power supply and contact your dealer Clean laminating rollers See MAINTENANCE section for cleani...

Page 17: ...face of the Heat Shoes is Teflon coated and must only be cleaned using a soft cloth The Heat Shoes can easily be damaged by sharp or abrasive objects 1 Unplug the unit 2 Allow the Heat Shoes to cool 3 Remove the Feed Table 4 Cut the plastic film at the top and bottom mandrels 5 Turn the Motor Switch on and pull the film out of the back of the machine 6 Turn the Motor Switch off 7 Use a soft cloth ...

Page 18: ...ship for a period of one year from the original purchase date In the event of a defect in material or workmanship the manufacturer or its authorized dealer will repair or replace at their option the laminator This warranty does not cover rollers that have been damaged due to improper usage The manufacturer makes no other warranty stated or implied except as stated above Return Policy If your lamin...

Page 19: ...D 1 13 10106 BAR TIE EASY LAM II 2 14 10108 COVER REAR EASY LAM II 1 15 10110 SHOE HEAT EASY LAM II 2 16 10111 GLASS HEAT SHIELD EASY LAM II 1 17 10343 COVER ROLLER EASY LAM II NEW 1 18 10113 HOLDER ROLLER BUSHING 4 19 10114 ROD IDLER TOP EASY LAM II 1 20 10115 ROD IDLER BOTTOM EASY LAM II 1 21 10116 SUPPORT FRONT FEED TABLE 1 22 10117 SUPPORT REAR FEED TABLE 2 23 10118 MOUNT HEAT SHOE EASY LAM II...

Page 20: ... LABEL INCREASE 1 53 134 TEST SHEET ROLL LAMS 1 54 1270 LABEL CAUTION HOT 1 55 1294 LABEL LOADING INSTRUCTIONS 1 56 1319 LIGHT INDICATOR RED 120V 1 57 10324 CHAIN ROLLER DRIVE EASY LAM II 1 58 524 STRAIN RELIEF BUSHING LGE 1 59 555 THERMOMETER ROLL LAM 1 60 560 THERMOSTAT HTU 428 EZ 1 61 573 THERMOSTAT MOUNT 1 62 ZIPCUT ZIPPY CUTTER STOCK K353 1 63 1263 KNOB 2 64 557 KNOB THERMOSTAT 1 65 10322 GUI...

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