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ChemInstruments HL-100 Operating Instructions Manual

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ..................................................................................... 3
Specifications .............................................................................................................3
UNPACKING ........................................................................................................................4
ASSEMBLY ..........................................................................................................................5
Safety Features ...........................................................................................................6
Key Components ........................................................................................................7
OPERATION .........................................................................................................................9
Theory of Operation ...................................................................................................9
Programmable Heat Controller ..................................................................................9
Laminating Procedure ................................................................................................10
Exhaust Control Valves .............................................................................................11
OPITIONAL FEATURES .....................................................................................................12
Gap Adjusters .............................................................................................................12
Brake Unwind System ...............................................................................................13
Pneumatic Foot Control .............................................................................................13
MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................14
Tightening Drive Belt ................................................................................................14
Air Connections .........................................................................................................14
Safety Trip Wire Adjustment .....................................................................................15
Cleaning .....................................................................................................................15
TROUBLE SHOOTING ........................................................................................................16
WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................17
CHEMINSTRUMENTS
HOT ROLL LAMINATOR
MODEL HL-100/101
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HL-100.doc 9/29/2010

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    CHEMINSTRUMENTS HOT ROLL LAMINATOR MODEL HL-100/101 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ..................3 Specifications ......................3 UNPACKING ........................4 ASSEMBLY ..........................5 Safety Features ......................6 Key Components ......................7 OPERATION .........................9 Theory of Operation ....................9 Programmable Heat Controller ..................9 Laminating Procedure ....................10 Exhaust Control Valves .....................11 OPITIONAL FEATURES .....................12...
  • Page 2 HL-100 pictured...

  • Page 3: Product Description

    PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new ChemInstruments HL-100/101 Hot Roll Laminator. This is a state of the art laboratory laminator with balanced pneumatic pressure top roll and controlled heat. The unit has the following features: • Model HL-100 includes hard coat anodized Teflon coated aluminum top roll •...

  • Page 4: Unpacking

    UNPACKING ChemInstruments has made every effort to ensure that the HL-100/101 arrives at your ensure that the HL-100/101 arrives at your location without damage. Carefully unpack the instrument and check for any damage that might location without damage. Carefully unpack the instrument and check for any damage that might have occurred during shipment.

  • Page 5: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Warning! Due to its weight and size, use two people to mover the HL-100/101 laminator. • The laminator should be located on a sturdy bench or cart suitable for a 200 pound load. • It is advised that access be provided for both the front and back of the machine.

  • Page 6: Safety Features

    • If the optional Brake Unwind System is provided, check that the Pressure Plate is position with the slot over the Retaining Pin. (See Photo 1 Optional Brake Unwind) The HL-100/101 laminator is now ready for use except for setting the temperature level for the heated roll.

  • Page 7: Key Components

    KEY COMPONENTS (See Photo 1 HL-100) • MOTOR POWER SWITCH for the drive motor and is located on the front of the control cabinet • HEAT POWER SWITCH for the heating element and is located on the front of the control cabinet.
  • Page 8 Air Cylinders (2) Air Regulator Programmable Heat Controller Emergency Stop Switch Heat Laminating Roll Motor Power Switch Guide Roll Heat Power Switch Drive Laminating Roll Air Inlet (Not visible) Laminating Platforms Forward/Reverse Switch Speed Control Up & Down Switches Photo 1 HL-100...

  • Page 9: Operation

    This feature is called “Auto Tune”. Before shipping the HL-100/101 has been Auto Tuned to 250 º F ( 122 º C ). 1. To activate the top Heat Laminating Roll heat, turn the Heat Power Switch on.

  • Page 10: Laminating Procedure

    Laminating Roll as opposed to the internal temperature. LAMINATING PROCEDURE There are many ways to use the HL-100/101 hot roll laminator. The following is a basic description of the principles of laminating. Your particular lamination may require steps in addition or different than the following.

  • Page 11: Exhaust Control Valves

    EXHAUST CONTROL VALVES The motion of the top Heat Laminating Roll is controlled by the exhaust of air from each of the two air cylinders. To regulated this exhaust there are 4 Exhaust Control Valves that are adjusted at the factory before shipping. Should you need to adjust the speed and/or even motion of the top Heat Laminating Roll, follow the procedure below.

  • Page 12: Opitional Features

    OPTIONAL FEATURES The following sections will provide a description of the procedures for some of the optional features available with the HL hot roll laminator. GAP ADJUSTERS The purpose of Gap Adjusters is to provide the ability to set a constant gap between the laminating rolls by use of mechanical stops.

  • Page 13: Brake Unwind System

    BRAKE UNWIND SYSTEM In order to properly laminate many materials, it is necessary to have appropriate back tension on the sample material as it is fed into the Nip. With the optional Brake Unwind System you can mechanically create a back tension that will help eliminate wrinkles in material as it is laminated. Follow the procedure below to use the Brake Unwind System while laminating.

  • Page 14: 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 15: Safety Trip Wire 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 16: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Procedure Motor switch not lit. Machine not plugged in. Plug machine into 120 VAC outlets. Blown fuse. Replace with a 2-amp time delay fuse. Heater switch not lit. Machine not plugged in. Plug machine into 120 VAC outlets. Blown fuse.

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