Royal Sovereign Cl-923, Cl-1223 - Laminators Manual
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The safety recommendations outlined in this section should be read and understood before operating this machine. When using this machine follow these basic safety precautions to reduce risk of fire, electric shock or injury. Keep this information for future reference.
- To prevent the possibility of a fire or injury, do not allow foreign articles inside the machine.
- Do not attempt to laminate items that exceed total recommended material thickness.
- Do not insert pouch film with the back end first. (Front of film: sealed side, Back of film: open side.) This may cause the pouch to jam the rollers.
- To prevent the possibility of electric shock, do not immerse the laminator in water or permit liquids inside the machine.
- Because the laminator creates heat, keep out of the reach of children.
- Do not cut pouches before inserting them into the laminator. This will cause the laminator to jam.
- Do not laminate leaves, flowers, clothes etc.
- If the room temperature is low (under 64°F/18°C), the ready light may take longer to come on.
- When unplugging the power plug, grip the plug to pull it out. Pulling the cord may result in electric shock, fire, or damage to the machine.
- Do not use the machine if the cord is damaged. This may result in electric shock, fire, or other hazards.
- Do not place objects on the power cord and do not bend it excessively. This may result in electric shock, fire or other hazards.
- When not using the machine for long periods of time, unplug the power cord from the outlet.
- The machine should be installed near an outlet that is easily accessible.
How to load a laminating pouch.
The laminating pouch is sealed along one side. Open the pouch and place the item to be laminated centrally and as close to the sealed edge as possible. The sealed edge is then placed into the entry slot to start the laminating process.
Jam release button
Should the pouch become jammed during the laminating process turn the machine off and press and hold the 'jam release' button and remove the item.
CONTROLS
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sealed laminate end must go infirst
OPERATION
Hot lamination
- Place the machine on a flat, sturdy surface and Set the Laminator to 'Hot'. Press the power button 'ON'
- For hot laminating, the machine will take approximately 3-5 minutes to warm- up, select hot setting, hot laminating can begin when the Green "Ready" light turns on.
- Place the item to be laminated into the laminating pouch.
- Insert the pouch film into the front opening of the laminator. Make sure to place the sealed end of the pouch film in first.
- The document or photo will then automatically feed out the through the back of the machine.
NOTE: Laminated items exiting the machine may be too hot to touch - If the item is not completely laminated, repeat steps 4-5.
NOTE: Laminated items will be hot and will easily bend. To keep the item flat, place on a flat surface and allow to cool.
Before laminating important or unique documents, always test a pouch through the laminator using a similar document.
Cold lamination
- Place the machine on a flat, sturdy surface. Set the Laminator to 'Cold'. Press the power button 'ON'.
- The green ready light will turn on. You can begin to laminate the item. (Please note: You will need to use self- adhesive cold laminating pouch film). If the machine was previously used in hot setting, allow approximately 25 minutes for the machine to cool down
- Place the document to be laminated on the adhesive side of the cold film with the document face down, sealed end first.
- Insert the document to be laminated into the front opening of the machine.
- Remove paper liner from the cold film slowly while the document is being inserted into the machine.
Important Note: Ensure the laminator is turned OFF after use and disconnected from the electrical outlet.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom | Solution |
Motor does not work | Check to make sure machine is plugged in. Check to make sure the power button is turned on. |
The pouch is jammed | Please slide the ABS (anti-blockage system) and pull out the pouch from the front of the machine |
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name | Cl-923 | Cl-1223 |
Power Supply Voltage | 120V 60Hz / 220-240V 50Hz |
Power Consumption (W) | 265W | 365W |
# of Rollers | 2 |
Min pouch size | Credit card size - "2.1 x 3.3" (54 x 86mm) |
Speed | 9.8" (250mm) |
Maximum Entry Width | 9" (230mm) | 13" (330mm) |
Warm-up Time (Min) | 3-5 mins |
Lamination | Hot and Cold |
Unit Dimensions (W x D x H) | 13.8" x 5.7" x 2.9" (350 x 145 x 74 mm) | 17.4" x 5.7" 2.9" (443 x 145 x 74mm) |
Unit Weight | 2.5 lbs (1.15kg) | 3.6 lbs (1.63kg) |
Royal Sovereign International, Inc.
Because our products are subject to continuous improvement, Royal Sovereign reserves the right to modify product design and specifications without notice and without incurring any obligation. E&OE
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