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1-4  SPECIFICATIONS

Max laminating width

25”

Speed

0-25FPM

Laminating roller diameter

3” (2 ¼” option)

Supply roll core size

3”

Recommended film

up to 10mil

Max laminating thickness

½”

Max film roll diameter

14”

Dimensions

36L 21H 30D

Shipping Dimensions

57L 36H 43D

Weight/shipping weight

285/400 lbs

Motor

¼  HP D/C

Electrical (single-phase)

220V
20 amps
2500 watts

Electrical connector

NEMA  L6-20P

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Summary of Contents for HD-25

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Provided By http www MyBinding com http www MyBindingBlog com Ledco HD 25 Workhorse Laminator...

Page 2: ...READ ALL PRECAUTIONS INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING LAMINATOR Setup Instruction Operation Lamination Maintenance Industrial Series Laminators HD 25 Workhorse Operation Manual 1...

Page 3: ...2...

Page 4: ...dessins au pastel dont les couleurs baver et se m langer surtout si la couche de pastel est paisse Les pastels en couche mince peuvent ne pas r agir mais en cas de doute il est pr f rable de faire un...

Page 5: ...ONS NAMES OF PARTS 4 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5 1 SETUP OPERATION 5 2 Threading the laminator 5 3 Supply roll tension and other adjustments 5 4 Laminating 5 5 Recommended temperature settings 5 6 Slitter...

Page 6: ...able from the manufacturer We take this opportunity to thank you for selecting the HD 25 Workhorse laminator and to assure you of our commitment to your satisfaction with our products As you unpack yo...

Page 7: ...an be adjusted independently with great precision even while the laminator is running Forced air cooling is essential when running thicker films because the lamination needs to be cooled to get good r...

Page 8: ...to handle larger diameter rolls of film Risers are not needed with a stand Stand An extruded aluminum stand is designed to place the unit at optimum feeding height and to provide a secure base Caster...

Page 9: ...on Supply roll core size 3 Recommended film up to 10mil Max laminating thickness Max film roll diameter 14 Dimensions 36L 21H 30D Shipping Dimensions 57L 36H 43D Weight shipping weight 285 400 lbs Mot...

Page 10: ...a laminated sample with a sharp blade Use the tip of the blade to pry up one corner of the X Grab that corner and pull up the film Ink and or paper fibers coming up with the layer of film indicates a...

Page 11: ...g films are available in many different base adhesive combinations Five mil film for example can be found in 1 4 2 3 3 2 and 4 1 combinations In the US laminating trade the generally accepted practice...

Page 12: ...ndrels Because it does not hold heat well 1 5 mil film can be the most difficult gauge of film to use A standard 1 5 mil film will run at about 310 F while a 3 mil film with the same adhesive type wil...

Page 13: ...of the defect should be submitted in writing or by phone to Ledco before any steps are taken to repair or return the machine Phone 585 367 2392 Fax 585 367 2978 If the machine is returned the followin...

Page 14: ...ponsibility for the shipment 1 Notify Ledco IMMEDIATELY 2 Hold damaged goods with container and packing for inspection by the examining agent Ledco will arrange the inspection 3 DO NOT RETURN ANY GOOD...

Page 15: ...ow and on the following pages identify major components and operating controls Refer to them as you study the installation operating and maintenance procedures described in this manual The power switc...

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Page 18: ...er is on 9 Never remove the machine housing or attempt any kind of maintenance without disconnecting power to the unit 10 Always be sure all persons are clear of the machine before advancing or revers...

Page 19: ...the power cord the heat switch fan switch and the drive switch are turned off 3 Connect the machine to a 220V single phase power source of at least 20 amps 4 Turn on the master switch at the back of...

Page 20: ...th sets of rollers several times Notice that starting from the open position there is first a closed position and a closed locked position for laminating Both rollers must be in the closed locked posi...

Page 21: ...adhesive side out on the rolls of film There are 3 diameter stop collars included with the machine These components are designed to help you conveniently align your top and bottom rolls of film and ca...

Page 22: ...l 4 Load the bottom roll of film onto the mandrel in the same manner as the top roll Remember the shiny side of the film must always go against the shoe The dull adhesive side must face away from the...

Page 23: ...two large knobs on the right side of the unit With the film draped over the two heat shoes and melted or taped together push one edge of the threading card between the heat shoes so that the film is f...

Page 24: ...trailing edges the supply roll tension is close to perfect for most jobs The leading edge of the top shoe is the top edge The leading edge of the bottom shoe is the bottom edge The trailing edges of...

Page 25: ...he least amount that will do the job 3 Stop the machine for approximately fifteen seconds to allow the laminating rollers to leave an indentation on the plastic web known as a dwell line Allow this dw...

Page 26: ...m from melting when the laminator is not advancing film MISE EN GARGE Ne jamais laisser la temp rature d passer 310 F lorsque le film est charg et que la machine n est pas utils e car le film risque d...

Page 27: ...aminate Close the pull rollers first then close the laminating rollers Adjust the film speed as required Once the film starts to move watch it as it passes over the heat shoes Allow any wrinkling to c...

Page 28: ...e not to cool the machine 9 This machine is equipped with a directional switch forward neutral reverse Turn to the forward position to laminate or to reverse as required The manufacturer recommends th...

Page 29: ...excess of normal room temperature or when the drive switch is in the forward position 28...

Page 30: ...This chart is to serve as a general guide when better data is not available 3 If your film vendor cannot provide this and other information about the film you are using it may be difficult to achieve...

Page 31: ...of all film thickness Some low melt films work at lower temperatures than others do It is important you buy your film from a vendor who can tell you the following additional information about any film...

Page 32: ...Insert photo of controls 31...

Page 33: ...rwise working around that section of the laminator Ne pas utiliser les doigts pour effectuer cette op ration Se servir djun objet tel ou un tournevis Prendre garde de ne jamais approcher les mains des...

Page 34: ...or 20 degrees hotter than what you would use on that film for standard laminating The fan should be turned off Keep the board in that position Do not let it advance far enough to touch the shoes yet M...

Page 35: ...hanging framing edging with plastic U channel or putting a leg on the back in the case of countertop displays 34...

Page 36: ...to cool Cold laminators are one sided laminators with very few exceptions Most hot laminators encapsulate or coat both sides When laminating only one side you must not allow exposed adhesive to go in...

Page 37: ...ate is not impaired Polyester films are not recommended over vinyl because of the stiffness If a very flexible conforming substrate is not required for the application an image is better printed on pa...

Page 38: ...wo ways with cold overlaminating A roll of printed material one long image or many images can be put on the roll feed mandrel for lamination in one non stop process Or a roll of inexpensive release pa...

Page 39: ...against the feed tray until just before the nip PROBLEM Wrinkling of the film around the material being laminated SOLUTION This is normal and inevitable on any laminator especially with thicker materi...

Page 40: ...SOLUTIONS Make sure you have enough supply roll tension to take the wrinkles out of the film before it gets past the heat shoes 39...

Page 41: ...ect it by reversing the direction of the rubber rollers This permits the laminator to release the film from the rollers PROBLEM Film gets wrapped around the laminating rollers while the machine is hot...

Page 42: ...ento filoso Terminar cortando los rodillos de goma y convertir una incomodidad en una cuenta de reparaciones mayor que no esta cubierta por la garantia If this method does not work let the machine ful...

Page 43: ...puisque le film adh re d abord au rouleau puis lui meme a mesure qu il s enroule Il faut agir 42...

Page 44: ...ds of the new rolls can be easily tacked to the already threaded pieces because the adhesive layer facing outwards will be sticky Be careful not to burn yourself on the heat shoes PROBLEM Film is not...

Page 45: ...start to fall off after a few days The solution here is to run the work at a higher temperature 320 to 340 F will usually do the job 44...

Page 46: ...y This excess adhesive saturates an area of paper creating what looks like an oily spot The solution as mentioned above is just to let a few inches of film go through before feeding in your work Anyti...

Page 47: ...ties in the surface of the film The pull rollers are identical to the laminating rollers and could be substituted if still in good condition PROBLEM The film shrinks as it passed over the heat shoe kn...

Page 48: ...pressure in the center of the web The other likely cause of this symptom is worn rollers For example if hundreds or thousands of 18 inch wide sheets are laminated on a 38 inch machine the center of th...

Page 49: ...de toucher des pi ces internes Prendre garde aux surfaces chaudes Ces surfaces demeurent chaudes longtemps apr s que le courant a t coup Tenir les doigts et les objets loin des roulequx de caoutchouc...

Page 50: ...nt more serious problems To clean the shoes heat the machine to full laminating temperature to soften the adhesive Put on oven mitts or heavy gloves to protect your hands Using a clean soft dry cloth...

Page 51: ...tretien Nettoyer d abord la partie apparente des rouleaux puis a l aide de la commande de marche arri re les faire tourner de facon pouvoir en nettoyer toute la surface AVERTENCIA Nunca limpie los rod...

Page 52: ...Drive Chain Drive chain and sprockets on all models should receive a light coat of gear lube or heavy grease preferably lithium grease after each 1000 hours of operation 51...

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