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VALUELAM 4500HC-2 Operating Instructions Manual - Read Before Operating

Manual is about: Laminators

Summary of 4500HC-2

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    Do not discard box! (if for any reason you need to ship your machine back and you discard your box you will be responsible for purchasing another one) operating instructions valuelam 4500hc-2 read before operating machine failure to load film correctly will void all warranties.

  • Page 2: Read Before Operating

    2 read before operating caution... To avoid any damage, please do not use razors or sharp objects near the rollers. Do not leave machine on when not in use or you will damage your rollers!.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3 table of contents for your safety..................................... 4 electrical safeguards ............................ 4-5 specifications........................................ 5 set-up ................................................... 5-8 inspection ..........................................

  • Page 4: Operating Instructions

    4 operating instructions valuelam 4500hc-2 for your safety... Do not connect the laminator to electrical power or attempt to operate it until you have read these instructions completely. Keep these instructions in a convenient location for future reference. Read all safety messages located in this i...

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    5 do not leave the laminator power on for extended periods while not in use. Unplug the machine at the end of the day as a precaution against a possible fire hazard. Do not operate the laminator with a damaged power supply cord or plug. Replace fuses only with same type rated 20, 250v and 1a, 250v f...

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    6 appropriate location: the laminator must be placed on a sturdy table or stand in a clean, well lit area with ample space on all four sides of the laminator. Loading film onto mandrels: when the film is loaded properly the core gripper blade will prevent the film from turning on the supply mandrel....

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    7 increase tension. This action clamps the brake on the mandrel axle creating tension necessary to achieve good results. Threading thermal film: your valuelam 4500hc-2 was delivered with sample rolls of film. When changing film rolls, thread the film according to the instructions. 1. Remove the feed...

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    8 8. Turn the speed control knob far enough to allow the rollers to sufficiently pull the poster board or cardboard into the laminator. Keep in mind that varying media and temperatures will require different speeds. 9. Feed the poster board or cardboard between the rollers. 10.If you are loading col...

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    9 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 1, page 7). 2. Thread film under top idler bar. 3. Peel back release liner and tape it to an empty cardboard core on rewind sh...

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    10 thermal laminating... 1. Be sure all laminator parts (i.E. Safety shield, feed table, etc.) are in their proper positions and the laminating film is loaded correctly. 2. Set the temperatures according to the film manufacturer’s recommendations for the film you have chosen. A low-melt film is reco...

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    11 6. Allow the valuelam 4500hc-2 to run a small amount of film before feeding the print into the laminator to avoid a dwell line across your print. Feed the print slowly and evenly, smoothing it as the rollers pull it through. 7. You may laminate subsequent prints now, leaving ample space between e...

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    12 5. Turn the motor switch on and perform a test mount to ensure proper settings for successful mounting. If any adjustments are necessary make them now and run another test. Repeat this step until you obtain desired results. 6. Position the print to be mounted on a section of mount board up to1/2”...

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    13 adjusting rewind and take-up clutches 1. Remove plastic plug from cover. 2. Run motor until phillips head screw is aligned with plug opening. 3. Tighten phillips head screw so that the clutch slips just enough to prevent your release liner from tearing. 4. Replace plug. Note: this is only to be d...

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    14 3. Raise the roller pressure adjustment arms to the open position and insert pins on the side of the laminator and pull the film out of the unit that has become wrapped around the rollers. 4. If you have a severe wrap-around, it may be necessary to use the reverse feature to back the film out. Be...

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    15 action: loosen tension on side (top or bottom) film is curling toward. Problem: laminated item is wrinkled action: increase mandrel tension on the side (top or bottom) that has the wrinkles. May need to reduce temperature. Make sure your paper is stored in a dry place. Problem: laminated item is ...

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    16 warranty & return policy... Warranty: your laminator is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of original purchase. In the event of a manufacturers defect in materials or workmanship or for assistance with the operation of a malfunction, ...