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Film rolls must be centered on the Supply Mandrels. If the rolls are not aligned, hot
adhesive will be deposited on the Heat Shoes and Rubber Rollers necessitating a
cleaning operation.
1” core laminating film is rolled adhesive side “in” (poly-in”). When loading film on the
Supply Mandrels, be sure that the roll is positioned correctly to unroll as shown in the
Threading Diagram on the back of the Feed Table. If the roll is loaded in reverse, the
film could adhere to the laminator when heated necessitating a cleaning operation.
Threading Film…
Thread the top film under the Upper Idler Roller. Pull the film down so that the film’s leading
edge is just below the Lower Heat Shoe. Next, thread the bottom film around the Lower Idler
Roller. Pull it upward until it is even with the top of the Top Heat Shoe (the film will overlap).
Tape the lower film’s edge to the upper film. This creates a film “Web.” Refer to the Threading
Diagram on the back of the Feed Table for additional details.
Loosen the tension on both rolls of laminating film by turning the Tension Adjustment Knobs
counter-clockwise; when threading the laminating film it is best to have no drag at all. Turn the
Speed Control Knob to a slow speed setting. Set the Motor Drive Switch to the “FORWARD”
position and using the Threading Board, push the film Web into the Laminating Rollers. This
process will push the Web into the Pull Rollers and then exit the machine. Ensure that the
Threading Board and laminating film exit between the rear Pull Rollers.
Remove the Threading Board and save it for your next use. Your laminator is now loaded and
ready to be heated.
Note: If the Threading Board becomes lost or damaged, you can make your own with a piece of
poster board. Cut the poster board 10” wide by 30” long.
Heat Settings…
Set the Heat Switch to the “ON” position. The Red Indicator Light will illuminate and remain lit
while the Heat Switch is in the “ON” position. The Display Board on the Right Side Panel will
now illuminate and show the current set temperature. To reset the temperature, rotate the
Heat Control Knob located below the display. The new set temperature will be displayed
immediately. The Heat Indicator Lamp will be illuminated while the machine is heating and will
turn off when the set temperature is reached. To view the actual running temperature, depress
the ACT Button on the Display Board.
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