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Pressure Sensitive
(PS)
Film Loading
1. Place the roll of single sided PS film on the top supply mandrel. Orient it the same way you
would poly in thermal film (see figure below).
2. Thread film under top idler bar.
3. Peel back release liner and tape it to an empty cardboard core on rewind shaft.
4. Attach a sheet of scrap paper to the film. Ensure that your paper is wider than your film. Also
be sure to never run the machine without paper. This will prevent film from sticking to the
bottom roller. See diagram below…
Rewind Mandrel and Clutch Adjustment
The rewind mandrel is designed to pull off and collect the release liner from pressure sensitive
film. A clutch allows for changes in roll diameters, and constantly keeps tension on the liner to
pull it away from the film. The clutch should be adjusted so that the liner is properly removed
and collected on the mandrel without causing the liner to break, or put undue strain on the
motor. Excessive tension could cause the motor to overheat and fail.
To adjust the clutch:
1. Remove plastic plug from cover.
2. Run motor slowly until the socket head screw is aligned with plug opening.
3. Turn the screw clockwise to increase the tension and counterclockwise to lessen the
tension.
4. Replace plug.
Optional
: When testing we run butcher paper from the bottom supply mandrel to run prints
without overlap. Butcher paper should be wider or equal to the film width.
Note:
Cold laminate can be made more pliable by using a heat assist from the top roller.
Turn on only the top heater and set to 100°F.
