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- Page 1 READ ALL PRECAUTIONS & INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING LAMINATOR Setup Instruction Operation Lamination Maintenance Compass Hot Roll Laminator Operation Manual 01.2009 v 3.00...
- Page 2 IMPORTANT: Don’t laminate one-of-a-kind documents unless you are sure of your laminating skills and can afford to damage or ruin the document. Don’t laminate valuable items such as stamps, baseball cards, autographs, or other collectibles because the value of such items can be destroyed by lamination. Collectors generally value these kinds of items only in their original state.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Introduction Features and benefits Specifications Principles of operation Laminating films Warranty UNPACKING AND INVENTORY PRODUCT ILLUSTRATIONS AND NAMES OF PARTS Display Threading diagram Film loading procedure SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SETUP AND OPERATION Setup and operation Laminating Recommended temperature settings Laminating Preventing and solving problems (hot) CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 4: Introduction
1-1 INTRODUCTION The Compass hot roll laminator is designed to provide quality lamination of a wide range of papers and materials up to 1/8 inch / 3.2 mm thick using film up to 10 mils thick. Common hot applications include, but are not limited to, maps, digital imaging, ink jet prints, packaging, posters, instructional aids, signs, presentation materials, photographs, copies (B&W or color), prints, flyers, promotional sheets, and many other... - Page 5 MISE EN GARDE: Ne pas utiliser la machine à plastifier sans son écran protecteur en plexiglass. ADVERTENCIA: No utilice el plastificado sin tener el protector de plexiglass en su lugar. LEDCO, Inc. 4265 North Main Street Hemlock, NY 14466 USA Phone: 1 (585) 367-2392 Fax: 1 (585) 367-2978 www.ledcoinc.com...
- Page 6 Glossary Of Symbols Part No. Hand Crush/Force from Above Lab35 General Danger Lab52 Arm Entanglement Lab51 Cutting of Fingers or Hand/Straight Blade Lab54 Hand Entanglement/Chain Drive Lab36 International/Hot Warning Lab100 Electrical Hazard Lab 43 CE European Electrical Lab06 International Ground Lab79 01.2009 v 3.00...
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Page 7: Features And Benefits
It requires virtually no adjustment and makes loading new film rolls simple. Ease of maintenance. The Compass is made to last. However, some items on a laminator do wear out. Even the high-quality silicone rubber used in the rollers will lose flexibility over time. -
Page 8: Specifications
1200 ft / 365 m with 3 mil 700 ft / 214 m NOTE: The Compass relies on your building or facility’s electrical system circuit breaker protection. Please ensure this system is operational to avoid damage to your machine. 01.2009 v 3.00... -
Page 9: Principles Of Operation
(uncoated), the paper is often more fibrous and a good X-test will yield ink and paper fibers coming up with the film. The Compass hot roll laminator is ideal for encapsulation and can accept substrates up to 1/8 inch / 3 mm thick. -
Page 10: Laminating Films
1-5 LAMINATING FILMS Most thermal (hot) laminating film consists of two layers: a base of polyester and an adhesive layer of polyethylene. The polyester layer forms the harder, outer surface of the film and does not melt at laminating temperature. It provides rigidity and protection for your laminated items. - Page 11 Opaque or colored films for the back side of a lamination. These can form a border for a laminated piece to add visual interest or a more finished look. Iridescent clear films for special visual effects. Permanently waterproof films for outdoor, underwater, or special applications. The most common thermal laminating films are made with water-based primers and will eventually de-laminate if continually exposed to water or weather;...
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Page 12: Warranty
Notice of the defect should be submitted in writing or by phone to LEDCO before any steps are taken to repair or return the machine. -
Page 13: Unpacking And Inventory
DO NOT RETURN ANY GOODS PRIOR TO AUTHORIZATION BY LEDCO. 4. Submit a copy of the inspector’s report to LEDCO. LEDCO will file the claim with the carrier and replace your machine if necessary. You will be credited for the damaged machine when the claim is processed. -
Page 14: Product Illustrations And Names Of Parts
The photo below and those on the following pages identify major components and operating controls. Refer to them as you study the installation, operating, and maintenance procedures described in this manual. The Compass control display, forward and reverse motor controls, speed and temperature controls, and mode controls are on a single integrated panel which is pictured below. - Page 15 Current Temperature Screen Reads the current temperature of the rollers. The hourglass indicates that the machine is not at machine set temperature. The rollers will not run until reaches the set temperature. Ready/Set Temperature Screen To set the desired temperature, push the Mode key until heat symbol appears and flashes.
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Page 16: Threading Diagram
3-2 THREADING DIAGRAM Important Only the shiny side of the film can contact the roller. Check the film carefully each time the film is reloaded. Failure to thread the film properly will cause roller damage. 01.2009 v 3.00... - Page 17 3-3 LOADING FILM Feed table latch Feed table Feed table latch Push latches to center to release tray 1. Remove feed tray by releasing latches and pulling table back and up. 01.2009 v 3.00...
- Page 18 2. Lift film supply sensor to a straight up position. 3. Load film onto supply rolls. Center the film, and lock it into place using the supply roll retainers. 4. Place the film rolls in the slots in the side panels of the machine CAUTION: Be sure the shiny side of the film is against the rolls or damage may occur.
- Page 19 5. Rotate the film supply sensor until it touches the film roll. Pull about 18 inches of film from the bottom roll, and drape over the rollers. 6. Pull a length of film from the top roll. Drape it over the top idler bar and across the rollers.
- Page 20 8. Depress the feed table latches and reinstall the tray. Push it in firmly until the front edge is flush with the front of the machine. NOTE: If the tray is not fully engaged, you will see a small wrench on the display screen. 9.
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Page 21: Safety Precautions
4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND FULLY UNDERSTOOD THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. 1. Never operate this machine without reminding yourself that a laminator is a powerful and potentially dangerous tool. If misused, used carelessly, or used without observing the rules of safe operation, very serious injury can result. -
Page 22: Setup And Operation
5-1 SET-UP AND OPERATION With the laminator on an unobstructed, level surface, perform the following: 1. Remove all packing straps, rubber bands, tape, and plastic ties from the machine. Remove the protective paper from the safety shield. 2. Plug the machine into a proper 100-120V/15 amp or 200-240V/10 amp single phase outlet. -
Page 23: Laminating
5-2 LAMINATING 1. Turn on the power switch located on the back of the machine next to the power cord. Using the Mode control, scroll to the set temperature screen and set the desired temperature using the up/down arrow keys. The display will indicate the set temperature and then revert to the current temperature after 5 seconds. - Page 24 the set temperature. This process of gauging and adjusting the heat takes a few minutes. The actual temperature will become more stable as you continue to laminate. 3. Check the idler tension per the instructions in the Adjusting Film Tension section below.
- Page 25 8. A unique feature of the laminator is the provision for driving both top and bottom pull rollers and laminating rollers. The laminator becomes capable of accepting thicker materials without roll slippage because the top and bottom rollers are driven. Driven rollers also minimize the curling effect in the finished lamination by providing balanced power to the laminating and pull rollers.
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Page 26: Recommended Temperature Settings
5-3 RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE SETTINGS Your first source of information about recommended film application temperatures and operating characteristics should be your film suppliers. If you do not know the source of your film, or if the supplier cannot provide the information, please use the following table as a guide. - Page 27 Please note the wide range of temperatures listed, especially for heavier films. This does not mean any thick film can be run anywhere within the given range. There are “standard” (high-temperature) and “low-melt” (low-temperature) versions of all film thickness. Some low-melt films work better at lower temperatures than others.
- Page 28 5-4 LAMINATING WITH THERMAL (HOT) FILM 1. If the machine is not already on and warmed up, first make sure the power cord is plugged in. Turn on the machine, and set the temperature for whatever film is being used. 2.
- Page 29 If the film curls up or down after it leaves the machine, review the section on film tension, and readjust the film tension on the top and bottom film. If the tension appears balanced but you notice waves or ripples toward the center of the web of film as it comes out the back, the temperature may be too high or the lamination speed may be too fast for that film.
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Page 30: Preventing And Solving Problems (Hot)
5-5 PREVENTING AND SOLVING PROBLEMS WHEN USING HOT LAMINATES Please read this section before you have a problem. PROBLEM: Wrinkling of the material as it goes into the laminating rollers. This problem usually occurs when laminating an item that has been folded, rolled, bent or wrinkled. - Page 31 pull rollers until the film clears the back of the machine. Use caution when first starting to laminate, being careful that the thin, unlaminated web does not get caught in pull rollers or laminating rollers. If “wrap-around” does occur while the laminator is cold, you can easily correct it by reversing the direction of the rubber rolls, permitting the laminator to release the film from the rolls.
- Page 32 ADVERTENCIA: No intente separar el plástico del rodillo cortando con un cuchillo u otro instrumento filoso. Terminará cortando los rodillos de goma y convertirá una incomodidad en una cuenta de reparaciones mayor, que no esta cubierta por la garantia. If this method does not work, let the machine fully cool. Remove. Carefully cut the wrap-around off the roller with a small pair of scissors, working the point and the cutting edges away from the rubber to avoid damaging the roller.
- Page 33 If the rolls have excessive cuts or damage, they should be replaced. Replacement rolls (and all other components) are available from LEDCO (Phone 1-800-937-9293 or 1 (585) 367-2392). PROBLEM: The film shrinks as it passes over the heated rollers (known as “necking”...
- Page 34 For problems not listed here, contact your LEDCO dealer. If the dealer doesn’t know the answer, please ask the dealer to contact LEDCO and get back to you. To reduce waiting time, we recommend contacting your LEDCO dealer first, but you are also welcome to contact us directly with any problem at 1-800-937-9293 or 1 (585) 367-2392.
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Page 35: Cleaning And Maintenance
6-1 CLEANING & MAINTENANCE DANGER: Always use extreme caution when performing maintenance on your machine! Always make sure the machine is unplugged and there is NO power to the machine when working on or cleaning any part of the unit. Use extreme caution to avoid hot surfaces, which may remain hot for a period of time even if there is no power to your machine. -
Page 36: Lubrication
(the green pads are too abrasive). Use Cool Clean to clean the rollers (available through your LEDCO dealer). Rub firmly, but do not scrub the rollers vigorously as this might mar the surface. Do not use sharp metal objects or steel wool as these will also mar the rollers.
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