DryLam
A Trademark of Martin Yale Industries
251 Wedcor Avenue, Wabash, IN 46992
Brian Jennett- Tech-Line & Service Advisor/Manager
Phone: (260-569-7231)
ALM3230 Customer Instruction Manual.docx
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6. LONG MODE
All model ALM3230 auto laminators, regardless of programming version, feature LONG MODE
capability. In Long Mode there is no limit to the length of paper that the machine will laminate.
To utilize LONG MODE function, the ALM3230 is started in this manner:
1.
Turn the ALM3230 off.
2.
Hold the START button.
3.
While holding the START button turn the ALM3230 on.
4.
After a few seconds LONG MODE will be seen on the LCD.
5.
Release the START button.
6.
LONG MODE remains active as indicated on the LCD until the machine is shut off and restarted
normally.
In LONG MODE leading and trailing edge cuts will always be made according to the size of paper (just
like in “Standard Mode” with its 20” paper limit). However, in LONG MODE there is no limit to the
length of paper that will be laminated (beyond the 20” standard mode limit).
Some special considerations must be made when working in LONG MODE:
•
In the event of a mis-feed or skew operation will continue non-stop. Therefore, it is mandatory
that an operator be present at all times to monitor operation. If a malfunction occurs (paper
jam, or otherwise) and the operator does not switch off the POWER switch severe damage to
the machine could occur.
•
In proportion to the length of paper being laminated there is the likelihood that paper will
‘skew’ within the machine, particularly if an operator is not monitoring paper feed from the tray.
This will affect the performance of the Cutter and Trimmer Units and, in the event of significant
skewing, damage may occur to the paper being laminated or to the machine.
•
Cutting and trimming accuracy will be reduced according to the amount of any skewing.
•
There are no alarms/errors in LONG MODE in regards to paper length.
•
In LONG MODE, be sure to provide extra prints and test the paper before the actual production
begins.
