Laminator Topcoat Problems (Sp75 Printer Only) - DataCard Sp35 Installation Manual

Laminator topcoat problems (SP75 printer only)

This section describes problems that might originate when applying topcoat material using a laminator:
What you see
Random scratches appear in
the topcoat of the printed
card.
Repeating marks appear in
the topcoat of the printed
card.
The holographic topcoat
shows irregular darker areas.
Particles of holographic
topcoat appear beyond the
trailing edge of the card.
SP Series Info Central: Troubleshooting
Possible causes
The inside of the printer is
dirty.
Supplies were mishandled.
The heated roller is dirty.
The temperature for applying
the holographic topcoat is too
high, causing topcoat
particles (flash). These
particles can become
attached to a card.
The temperature for applying
the holographic topcoat is too
high, causing excess topcoat
particles (flash). These
particles can move to a card.
Note: Reducing temperature
can lessen the number of
particles; it will not eliminate
them.
Solutions
Run a cleaning card and then
change the cleaning sleeve.
Clean the printer rollers.
Store supplies in a clean
environment. Keep supplies
in their packaging until
loaded in the cartridge.
Run several cards to see if
the problem corrects itself. If
you are unable to resolve the
problem, contact your service
provider for assistance.
If the problem persists,
contact your service provider.
Attempt to brush the particle
off the card. The card might
be usable.
Run a laminator cleaning
card and clean particles from
the printer.
Lower the laminator
temperature for this material.
Attempt to brush the particle
off the card. The card might
be usable.
Run a laminator cleaning
card and clean particles from
the printer.
Lower the laminator
temperature for this material.
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