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ChemInstruments HL-100 Operating Instructions Manual

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION...................................................................................................2
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................3
UNPACKING........................................................................................................................3
ASSEMBLY...........................................................................................................................3
Key Components.........................................................................................................5
SAFETY FEATURES.............................................................................................................7
Trip Wire.....................................................................................................................7
Emergency Stop Button................................................................................................8
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER OPERATION ..................................................................8
OPERATION .........................................................................................................................10
Theory of Operation.....................................................................................................10
Laminating Procedure...................................................................................................10
OPTIONS...............................................................................................................................11
Gap Adjusters..............................................................................................................11
Chrome Plated Steel pressure Roll (HL-101)................................................................12
Tension Unwind ...........................................................................................................11
Pneumatic Foot Control ...............................................................................................12
Driven Heated Pressure Roll.........................................................................................12
Heated Drive Roll ........................................................................................................12
MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................13
Tightening Belt .............................................................................................................13
Air Connections ...........................................................................................................13
Safety Trip Wire Adjustment ........................................................................................14
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................15
WARRANTY .........................................................................................................................16
Created on 6/5/2002 2:26 PM
HL-100
CHEMINSTRUMENTS
HOT ROLL LAMINATOR
MODEL HL-100, HL-101
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    CHEMINSTRUMENTS HOT ROLL LAMINATOR MODEL HL-100, HL-101 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION....................2 SPECIFICATIONS ........................3 UNPACKING........................3 ASSEMBLY...........................3 Key Components......................5 SAFETY FEATURES......................7 Trip Wire........................7 Emergency Stop Button....................8 TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER OPERATION ..............8 OPERATION .........................10 Theory of Operation.....................10 Laminating Procedure....................10 OPTIONS..........................11 Gap Adjusters......................11 Chrome Plated Steel pressure Roll (HL-101)..............12 Tension Unwind ......................11...

  • Page 2: Product Description

    PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The ChemInstruments Hot Roll Laminator is a state of the art laboratory scale pressure roll laminator with controlled heat. Warning! This equipment can cause injury if not used properly. It is the operator’s responsibility to observe all safety rules and warnings.

  • Page 3: Specifications

    Maximum opening at nip 2” (51 mm) UNPACKING ChemInstruments has made every effort to ensure that the HL-100, HL-101 arrives at your location without damage. Check the unit for any damage that might have occurred in shipment. Make sure that no air lines have been disconnected and that the top roll has not been scratched. Check all packaging material carefully for individually wrapped accessories.
  • Page 4 • The laminator will draw 12 – 15 amps at 120 volts. Warning. Check the amp maximum for the circuit and be sure other electrical devices on the same circuit do not cause an overload. • Remove the wooden blocks between the rollers. Save these wood blocks and insert them between the rolls when the unit is not in use! This will prevent indentations or flat spots from occurring on the rubber coverings of the roll(s).

  • Page 5: Key Components

    KEY COMPONENTS (See Figure 1 below) • MOTOR POWER SWITCH for drive motor is located on the control panel. • HEAT POWER SWITCH for the heating element and is located on the control panel. • AIR REGULATOR controls air pressure and is located on the back of the control cabinet •...
  • Page 6 roll of the laminator. • NIP is the pinch point where the two laminating rolls meet. • AIR PISTONS, one on each end of the top-laminating roll moves the roll up and down. • GAP ADJUSTERS provide adjustable mechanical stops that create a gap between the laminating rolls.

  • Page 7: Safety Features

    SAFETY FEATURES The Hot Roll Laminator should be considered as any other piece of laboratory equipment. The safety features will not prevent injury. These safety devices will raise the top roll or stop the drive roll instantly. The objective is to prevent having to use these features. The following safety steps must be followed.

  • Page 8: Emergency Stop Button

    E STOP The Emergency Stop button will disrupt all power to the HL-100/101. It will also cause the top lamination roll to retract to the up position, thus opening the nip. The E Stop is located on the top of the control cabinet for easy access (See Photo 3).
  • Page 9 • Use the up and down arrows to change the number. • Once the new set point (SP) has been entered press the SET/ENT button again to save the new value. If the set enter button is not pushed the controller will continue at the previous temperature.

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION THEORY OF OPERATION ChemInstruments Hot Roll Laminator provides laminating capability with pressure and if desired heat. Sample material is placed between the laminating rolls where pressure and heat cause the samples to laminate together. Warning: Before operating the laminator see page 7 for safety precautions.

  • Page 11: Options

    OPTIONS GAP ADJUSTERS To set a mechanical gap between the laminating rolls, use the following procedure. • To create a specific known gap, place feeler gauges between the rollers. For the best results use 2 sets of feeler gauges. Place the gauges at about 6 inches from each end of the rolls. •...

  • Page 12: Pneumatic Foot Control

    • To increase the tension, loosen the setscrews on the large nut on the pressure plate. Then turn the large nut clockwise. Once the right tension has been established tighten the setscrew PNEUMATIC FOOT CONTROL This control is used to switch either the motor drive roll on and off or to move the top pressure roll up and down.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE The ChemInstruments Hot Roll Laminator should provide many years of trouble-free service. However, some maintenance may be necessary. The following are the maintenance procedures: WARNING: Always unplug the unit before opening the control cabinet. Electric shock may occur. TIGHTENING DRIVE BELT Should you need to replace or adjust the drive belt, please follow the procedure below.

  • Page 14: Safety Trip Wire Adjustment

    If the pressure roller will not lower when the green DOWN button is pressed, the safety trip wire may need adjustment. To adjust the safety trip wire, follow this procedure. Warning: When working on the HL-100/101 Hot Roll Laminator, it is always best to disconnect power and air supply. Before disconnecting the air supply, secure the top roll in the up position with blocks of wood or the optional Gap Adjusters.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    If you have any questions regarding the maintenance or the operation of your Hot Roll Laminator, or need to order replacement parts, feel free to call ChemInstruments at 513-860-1598, Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. Or you may fax us at 513-860-1597.

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