Summary of Contents for D&K Group EXP 62 Plus
- Page 1 EXP 62” Plus Laminator Owner’s Manual REV 01 MADE IN U.S.A. Laminator.com www.laminator.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
EXP 62” Plus Laminator Table of Contents About the Manual……………………………………………………………………………………………………. Safety Precautions…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Finding a Work Area……………………………………………………………………………………………….. Unpacking Your Laminator…………………………………………………………………………………….. Loading Film……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Operation Instructions for Release Liner Rewind (optional)………………………… Tension…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Setting Roller Temperature…………………………………………………………………………………… Control Panel Left Diagram…………………………………………………………………………………… Control Panel Right Diagram………………………………………………………………………………… Nip Adjusters Diagram……………………………………………………………………………………………. -
Page 3: About The Manual
About this Manual: READ ME FIRST! This manual contains all the information you need to properly unpack, operate and maintain your Laminator. Before unpacking your laminator we suggest you read and follow the manual step by step. It contains essential information about each and every facet of your laminator. - Page 4 Safety Precautions Do not operate laminator with any panels or guards removed. Panels and guards protect operators from such moving parts as the drive chain and sprockets, roller ends, etc. Turn the power switch OFF before walking away or leaving the laminator unattended.
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Page 5: Finding A Work Area
Find a Work Area A separate work station is required to house your laminator. Ample room is necessary to access the laminator from all 4 sides. If the laminator is back against a wall, the laminating film may back up and jam the equipment. Your laminator must be on a stable, level surface. -
Page 6: Loading Film
Loading Film Step 1: The laminator should be preheated before loading laminating film. To heat the see page 6 “Setting Roller Temperature”. machine Step 2: When the laminator is heating, the rollers should be turning to heat the rubber rollers evenly. Therefore, turn the drive switch to the forward position and rotate the speed control knob until the rollers are moving slowly. -
Page 7: Operation Instructions For Release Liner Rewind (Optional)
Operation Instructions for Release Liner Rewind (optional) This laminator is equipped with the features necessary to allow the use of pressure sensitive film with release for single side lamination. The Release Liner Rewind will remove the release from the film and wind the waste onto an empty core, which can then be disposed. -
Page 8: Tension
Tension To adjust tension for upper and lower film rolls, the laminator must be loaded and heated. Remove the feed tray. Loosen both tension control knobs by turning counterclockwise until there is no tension on upper or lower film roll. Film should pull freely. -
Page 9: Control Panel Left Diagram
Control Panel ( Left ) Figure 1 ( Upper Roller Temperature Control ) Lowers or Raises Upper Heated Roller Temperature Figure 2 ( Lower Roller Temperature Control ) Lowers or Raises Lower Heated Roller Temperature Figure 3 ( Upper Roller ON/OFF Switch ) Toggles Upper Heated Roller to ON or OFF Figure 4 ( Lower Roller ON/OFF Switch ) Toggles Lower Heated Roller to ON or OFF... -
Page 10: Control Panel Right Diagram
Control Panel ( Right ) Figure 1 ( Motor Switch ) Toggles Laminator Rollers to Forward or Reverse Figure 2 ( Fans Switch ) Toggles Laminator fans to ON or OFF Figure 3 ( Speed Control Knob ) Adjusts the speed of the laminator’s heated rollers Measured in feet per minute ( FPM ) Note: To Reverse the direction of lamination, switch the Motor &... -
Page 11: Nip Adjusters Diagram
Nip Adjusters The Nip Adjusters are Located on the left hand side of the laminator and are operated from front and rear of the machine. The Nip Adjusters are used to adjust the height of the rollers. To Operate the Nip Adjusters: Grasp it with your left hand and pull out approximately 1/4”... -
Page 12: Mounting Using A Superstick® Pouch Mounting System
Mounting using SuperStick Pouch Mounting System Step One Insert your print into the SuperStick Mounting & Laminating Pouch. Step Two Place the SuperStick Pouch on the surface of virtually any rigid substrate or foam board – NO ADHESIVE NECESSARY! Step Three Pass the SuperStick pouch and board combination through the heated roll laminator. -
Page 13: Mounting And Laminating Using A Superstick® Pouch Board
Mounting and Laminating using a SuperStick® pouch board: Refer to the instruction sheet packed with each box of SuperStick® pouch boards for specific instructions on mounting/laminating with a SuperStick® board. Also, refer to the instruction sheet for information on Compatible Media, Process Conditions, and Technical Information. -
Page 14: Encapsulating With A Superstick® Flexible Pouch Or Release Board
Encapsulating with a SuperStick® Flexible Pouch using a SuperStick® Sled or release board: Refer to the instruction sheet packed with each box of SuperStick® Flexible pouches for specific instructions on encapsulating. Also, refer to the instruction sheet for information on Compatible Media, Process Conditions, and Technical Information. -
Page 15: Cleaning Your Exp 62" Plus Laminator
Cleaning Your EXP 62” Plus Laminator The laminator may be cleaned with a lint free cloth, lightly dampened with a mild soap and water solution. Do not use spray-on cleaners. Do not immerse any part of the laminator in water or other liquids. Cleaning the rollers with Poly-Off Cleaners &... -
Page 16: Trouble Shooting
Trouble Shooting TROUBLE SHOOTING COMMON EXAMPLES OF POOR LAMINATING . . . and their causes. A. FILM NOT BONDING TO SUBJECT OR TO ITSELF AT SEALED EDGES Causes: 1. The heat (on either or both rollers) is set too low. 2. -
Page 17: Warranty
Terms & Conditions D&K Group, Inc., warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new EXP 62” Plus Laminator which proves defective in materials or workmanship within the applicable warranty period will be repaired or, at our option, replaced without charge upon its return as outlined below. The applicable warranty shall be one year from date of purchase with 3 months limited warranty on the rollers. -
Page 18: Webbing Diagrams
Webbing Diagrams Encapsulating Mounting & Laminating Print to pre-coated board Laminator.com www.laminator.com - 17 -... - Page 19 Webbing Diagrams (continued) 3. One Step Decal 4. Two Step Decal Laminator.com www.laminator.com - 18 -...
- Page 20 Webbing Diagrams (continued) 5. Pre-Coating Boards 6. Mounting Decal Print Laminator.com www.laminator.com - 19 -...
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Page 21: Webbing Diagrams
Webbing Diagrams (continued) 7. Laminating with PSA and release liner Laminator.com www.laminator.com - 20 -...