GBC Ultima 65 Installation & Operation Manual page 14

on media and film (Orange
Peel)
Media and film have little
square patterns on the output
(Checker boarding)
Gap/Air Pocket between the
edge of the media and the
film (Tenting)
Film has bubbles
Film curls opposite directions
on the edges as it exits the
back.
Media has curl when
lamination complete
Wrinkles in film as the film
enters the Heat Rollers
Excessive Adhesive build up
on the Heat Roller edges
Film is too hot when exiting the pull
rollers on the back of the machine.
Typically found when thicker media is
used
Uneven tension across the width of the
film
Debris in film and/or on the media or
roller
Cut or divot in the heat roller silicone
Film supplies not properly matched
during manufacturing process
Film rolls have too much tension or drag
on them.
Film Rolls have different amounts of
tension
Not enough tension on film rolls
The Top and Bottom roller are not
aligned.
Confirm proper film thickness selected
Allow machine to cool
Slow down the laminator
Common on longer lamination runs. Try
shorter runs or stop to let cool when
present
Try running slower
Ensure ready light is on and proper
temperature.
When possible use thinner media
Swap the top and bottom rolls
Wipe them down with a lint-free cloth
Use caution when slitting film for roll
changes or jams to prevents cuts into the
rollers.
Swap the top and bottom rolls
Clean the film saddles with damp lint-free
cloth.
Film rolls should be approximately the
same size. Try swapping top and bottom
rolls to change the tension.
Ensure the saddles are fully closed
Clean the saddles with lint-free cloth
When using standard film make sure both
rolls are pressed up against the film
alignment O-ring on the shafts.