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11. MAINTENANCE
12. TROUBLESHOOTING
Cleaning the Body of the laminator
1.To clean the machine body, dampen a cloth with water only and gently wipe the
machine clean.
Removing Adhesive Build Up
1. Remove the film from the laminator.
2. Use a damp (water only) cloth and a rubber gum eraser to remove the adhesive on the
Teflon (metal) and silicone rollers.
Lubrication
1. Drive chain and sprockets should be lubricated with either a light coat of gear lube or
heavy grease (lithium grease) after 6 months or 1000 hours of operation, whichever
comes first.
Note: Rub firmly but do not scrub the rollers vigorously as this may scratch the
surface. Do not use sharp metal objects, steel wool, or abrasives, as these
may also damage the rollers.
Symptom
Cause
Possible Solution
Machine will not turn
on:
a. Power plug is not plugged in.
b. Power switch is in “0” (Off) position.
c. Tripped circuit breaker.
d. Blown main power fuse.
a. Plug the power cord into appropriate
outlet.
b. Put the power switch to the “I” (On)
position.
c. Reset the circuit breaker.
d. Replace the fuse.
There is power, but the
rollers are not turning
after the “RUN” button
is pressed:
a. Emergency switch(es) is (are) engaged.
b. Paper guide is not installed correctly.
c. Blown motor fuse.
a. Disengage the emergency switch(es).
b. Properly install the paper guide so that
the micro switch is activated.
d. Replace the motor fuse.
Curled lamination:
a. Upward curl.
b. Downward curl.
a. Loosen the top roll film tension.
b. Loosen the bottom roll film tension.
