Maintenance and Troubleshooting
F-40 Laminator Operator Manual
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© GBC Pro-Tech 1998 February
To clean beads of adhesive, dust and dirt from the
rolls:
1.
Allow the laminator to cool slightly to no higher
than 110ºF (43ºC).
2.
Set the FWD/REV switch to the REV position and
use the footswitch to move the rolls as you clean
them. Set the Speed Control to 1.5 ft/min.
3.
Clean the rolls using a moderate amount of 80%
isopropyl alcohol on a cotton terry cloth.
CAUTION
WARNING
CAUTION
4.
With the laminator rolls no hotter than 110º remove
dust and dirt from the silicone laminating rolls by
running an adhesive-coated board through the lam-
inator. Be sure to set the nip for the thickness of the
board used.
5.
Allow the laminator to cool.
To clean the cabinet and covers:
1.
Unplug the laminator to clean the exterior.
2.
Using a damp cotton terry cloth (water only), clean
the exterior of the laminator.
WARNING
Use the minimum amount of pressure necessary
to clean the rolls. You can destroy the silicone
layer on the rolls by pressing to hard or
scrubbing too long in one spot.
Exercise care when cleaning the rolls with 80%
isopropyl alcohol:
•
Use only in a well ventilated area.
•
Wear rubber gloves.
•
Use only on cool rolls.
Cleaning heated rolls can ignite the fumes.
Use only 80% isopropyl alcohol or a rubber
cement eraser to clean the laminating rolls.
Harsh chemicals like toluene, acetone or MEK
destroy the silicone covering of the rolls.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners on the
laminator. Do not spill liquid of any kind on the
laminator. You can be severely shocked,
electrocuted or cause a fire. Use only a damp
cloth for cleaning.
