Operation
EXL 45
1. Place the laminator on a sturdy, flat work surface.
Allow ample clearance behind the laminator for
laminated items to exit completely.
2. Plug the laminator into a power source that matches
the laminator’s rate of voltage.
NOTE: Fluctuating voltage may cause inconsistent
lamination or mechanical problems with the
laminator. If you suspect voltage problems, use a
voltage stabilizer.
3. Turn power switch on.
NOTE: During first usage, a small white puff of smoke
may appear which is common to a new laminator.
4. Wait approximately 2-3 minutes for green ready light
to illuminate. This indicates laminator is ready to use.
5. Place the item to be laminated into a Fellowes
laminating pouch. Center the item for an even border;
a border of approximately 1/8" (3mm) to 1/4"
(6mm) is recommended.
6. Insert the pouch with the item into the carrier that is
included with each carton of Fellowes pouches and
with each machine.
7. Insert the carrier, sealed edge first, slowly into the
front opening of the laminator until the carrier
engages with the rollers.
CAUTION: Do not try to force carrier into unit or try
to pull from rear. This will damage the unit and will
not allow for proper processing of the lamination.
8. The finished laminated item will automatically exit at
the rear of the machine. After the carrier has stopped
moving, place the carrier on a flat surface to cool for
one minute before removing the finished pouch.
9. Turn the laminator off and unplug after completion of
usage.
CAUTION: WE DO NOT RECOMMEND LAMINATING
PHOTOS ON THE “HOT” SETTING. The process of
lamination permanently bonds the laminating pouch
to the item being processed. If you are laminating a
one of a kind item, we recommend that you test-
laminate a similar type of material first. For best
results always use Fellowes laminating pouches and
carriers, and cold pouches for photos.
SXL 95/125
1. Follow Operation directions 1-3 for EXL 45.
2. Turn green dial to “hot” position.
3. Follow Operation directions 4-9 for EXL 45.
For Use With Cold Pouches
(SXL 95/125 Only)
1. Follow machine operation instructions 1 and 2.
2. Turn green dial to “cold” position. If you have been
using the machine in its hot mode, you will need to
wait approximately 45 minutes for it to cool down.
WARNING: Failure to do this may damage your
machine.
3. Each pack of cold pouches includes a plastic leader
with an adhesive strip. Fold back adhesive band
protector on leader and attach leader to the sealed
edge of the cold pouch.
4. Turn machine on.
5. Position the pouch so that the clear flap is facing
downward. Insert pouch (leader first) into the
machine until the rollers grab the leader (2-3
seconds). IMMEDIATELY TURN MACHINE OFF!
6. Drape adhesive pouch flap over the top of the
laminator. Center document (face up) on top of clear
flap. Pull off adhesive release paper, leaving this flap
draped over machine.
7. Turn machine on. The finished laminated item will
automatically exit the rear of the machine.
8. Turn the laminator off and unplug after completion of
usage.
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