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- Page 1 USI MRL Series Wide Format Laminators Instruction Manual Provided By http://www.MyBinding.com http://www.MyBindingBlog.com...
- Page 2 WIDE Inc. Since 1975 F O R M A T LAMINATING OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL MRL SERIES ROLL LAMINATORS/MOUNTERS...
- Page 3 When necessary, purchaser shall properly pack and return the unit to the USI Service Center, freight and insur- ance prepaid.
- Page 4 IMPORTANT: This manual is copyright protected by USI, Inc. in accordance with the laws and requirements of the United States Government. Any reproduction of this manual, in part or in full, without the written permission of USI, Inc. constitutes a violation of the U.S. copyright laws and is subject to prosecution.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
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Page 6: Safety Precautions
Before using, inspect extension cord for any damage, including loose or exposed wires, broken fittings, damaged insulation, etc. • If you service the laminator yourself, call USI’s tech department at (1-800-282-9890) or (1-800-752-9131) for additional safety recommendations. Use only USI parts for service or replacement. -
Page 7: Work Area
Your laminator must be on a stable, level surface. A USI laminator cabinet is an excellent choice for a work area. It can easily be moved and provides sufficient storage for film in the cabinet below. -
Page 8: Unpacking
Remove cardboard box top from laminator skid. CAUTION: Laminator is extremely heavy. Two people will be needed to move the machine. USI suggests using a third person to remove skid from area upon lifting of laminator. Photo 7C. Lift and place laminator on surface top. -
Page 9: Loading Film
Film Weight (in mils) 275°—290° Standard 1.5, 3 and 5 ® 230°—250° Opti Clear 1.3, 3, 5, 7 and 10 230°—250° Photo Plus ® 3, 5 and 10 190°—210° DigiSeal ® 1.7, 3, 5 and 10 USI • YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION... - Page 10 Turn on the drive switch again and allow the splice to run through. If necessary, keep turning the roll of film to keep it slack until the splice is out. Photo 9B. Place each mandrel back on laminator. YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION • USI...
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Page 11: Threading Diagram
UPPER IDLER ROLLER DULL SIDE GLOSSY SIDE UPPER PULL HEAT SHOE ROLLER UPPER LAMINATING ROLLER LOWER LAMINATING ROLLER LOWER PULL HEAT SHOE ROLLER GLOSSY SIDE DULL SIDE LOWER IDLER ROLLER LOWER 2-1/4" SUPPLY MANDREL USI • YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION... - Page 12 Photo 11D. Loosen tension for each roll of film. • Remove the threading board and save for your next use. NOTE: Create your own threading board from a piece of poster board 12” x 25”. Photo 11E. Pushing the threading board through. YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION • USI...
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Page 13: Tension
If the laminator’s speed is set too fast when using thicker films, wrinkling and bubbling may occur. WARNING: Excessive tension will lead to increased wear and tear on the laminator. USI • YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION... -
Page 14: Roller Lifts
Once the pressure has been set, it does not need to be reset until the thickness of the substrate changes. Photo 13B. Adjusting the roller lifts to fit specified thickness. YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION • USI... -
Page 15: Loading Pressure Sensitive Film
It is also recommended to use supply film widths equal to or narrower than the width of the substrate being laminated. Note: To encapsulate, run image a second time upside down. USI • YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION... -
Page 16: Automatic Reverse Feature
Rotate the roller lift knobs counterclockwise and remove film. Reset the pressure. Photo 14C. Grasp the cut film and gently pull as the laminator runs in reverse at a very slow speed. YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION • USI 15... -
Page 17: Mounting
Final trimming can be easily accomplished. • When mounting/laminating thin foam boards, it is recommended to laminate the backside of the board as well as the front. This will counter act the tendency of the foam board to bow. USI • YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION... -
Page 18: Cooling Fans
Photo 15D. Slide slitter block to desired location. re-thread the laminating film. Now the slitters can be raised and lowered to use. Additional slitters can be added. Photo 15E. Exiting lamination trimmed by slitters. YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION • USI 17... -
Page 19: Reloading A New Supply Of Film On A Hot Laminator
• Run film through the laminator until the new web of film clears the pull rollers. Photo 16B. Tape new film web to remaining segment of previous film roll. Photo 16C. Run laminator until clear film exits. USI • YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION... -
Page 20: Cleaning The Heat Shoes
It is recommended that you periodically inspect them for adhesive build-up. Use USI’s Laminator Cleaning Kit, which contains a foam cleaner for use on the heat shoes & rubber rollers, a coarse scrubbing pad designed for cleaning rubber rollers, and a mesh covered sponge, for removal of any adhesive buildup on the heat shoes. -
Page 21: Removing The Heat Shoes
CAUTION: Use care and do not pull on or Photo 18C. put excessive stress on heat shoe wires. Unhook heat shoe from hangers. To re-install heat shoe, reverse the above procedure. Photo 18D. Rest heat shoe on cushioned feed table. USI • YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION... -
Page 22: Cleaning The Rubber Rollers
WARNING: Do not use any sharp metallic objects or steel wool to clean the rubber rollers. Use of such abrasive objects can damage the rubber surface of the rollers. USI strongly recommends the Laminator Cleaning Kit for all of your cleaning needs. -
Page 23: Trouble Shooting
2. Excessive moisture in the paper being laminated. (If inks are not dry, this may also cause blisters). For high moisture content substrates, use USI’s low temperature films with a bonding temperature of 185°—190°. For best results, allow the prints to dry fully. -
Page 24: Wiring Diagram
WIRING DIAGRAM YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION • USI... -
Page 25: Exploded View
EXPLODED VIEW MRL 42 w/Pressure Sensitive Take Up Reel USI • YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION... -
Page 26: Parts List
45 Upper Heat Shoe SA 46 Lower Heat Shoe SA Item # 47 Industrial Thermocouple Part Description 48 Supply Roller Support, Lower Left Machine Model Number 49 Heat Sink Machine Serial Number 50 Display Board YOUR SOURCE FOR LAMINATION • USI... - Page 27 WIDE F O R M A T LAMINATING MRL SERIES ROLL LAMINATORS/MOUNTERS CORPORATE HEADQUATERS: 98 Fort Path Road Madison, CT 06443-2264 Sales 800-243-4565 Technical Assistance 800-752-9131 DISTRIBUTION CENTERS: Inc. Since 1975 Phoenix, AZ Madison, CT REV 1/03...