Scotch TL901X Manual

SPECIFICATIONS

Intended Use

This laminator is designed for use with thermal laminating pouches for paper or flat paper-like items between two film layers. It is intended for home, home office or small office, and school use.

Not For Use:
LAMINATING MACHINE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY CHILDREN. Items not intended for use with the laminator include: currency, identification cards, thermal papers, stamps, credit cards, cards with a magnetic strip and other similar items Also, do not use sharp objects, heat sensitive materials, historically significant papers or one-of-a-kind items. Use in any other application has not been evaluated by 3M and may lead to an unsafe condition.

Explanation of Signal Word Consequences

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in a minor or moderate injury or property damage

NOTICE:
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in property damage

Care and Maintenance

• Unplug the laminator and wait for it to cool down before cleaning. Wipe the exterior with a dry cloth to remove dust. Do not use solvents or detergents.
• DO NOT DROP machine or otherwise subject it to impact.
• Store laminator in a cool, dry location.

To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage and fire which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death:

• Unplug the laminator from electrical outlet before storage or when not in use.
• Do not remove the outer housing or attempt to service or repair the machine yourself. The laminator contains no user serviceable parts.

User Tips

• If you have multiple small items, place them inside one pouch. After laminating, cut out. DO NOT cut pouch before laminating.
• Place SEALED end of pouch into the machine first, with the open end following behind.
• Irregular shapes, place towards the sealed end.
• Do not grab the hot end of the laminated item because it could deform. If done, run through the machine again. Allow to cool before handling.
• Not meant to be used with a carrier pouch.
• If white blotches appear, or the laminating pouch appears hazy, send the item, sealed end first, through the laminator again.
• Ensure that the mil thickness of the pouch you are using matches the setting you selected on the machine.

Operating Instructions

1. PREP
   Make sure your laminator is warm and ready to go.
   
   • Place the laminator on a flat, secure, stable surface.
   • The on/off button is a toggle switch on the back of the laminator.
   • Choose your pouch setting, either 3 mil or 5 mil depending on the thickness of the pouch you are working with.
   • Warm up time for this laminator can take 3-4 min. Laminator is warm enough to start laminating once the ready light illuminates.
2. PLACE
   Place your item inside the laminating pouch
   
   • Center your item(s) inside the pouch, checking that you leave 1/8" laminate margin around the edges on each side for best sealing results.
   • Tip: trim AFTER lamination
3. INSERT
   Place the sealed end into the laminator first with the open end following
   
   • Check to make sure the pouch lines up to the opening to prevent uneven or angled feed through.
   • Remove any objects that could get in the way of pouch as it exits the machine.
4. SEAL
   
   • The laminated item will automatically exit the outlet of the machine. Do not pull the pouch through the laminator.
   • Remove the pouch after it has stopped moving and allow to cool on a flat surface. Use caution, pouch may be hot when exiting the machine.
   • It may be necessary to laminate thicker items twice to completely seal the pouch.

When finished, turn off using the toggle switch on the back of the laminator. When cool, store laminator by returning input tray to its initial stored position. The power cord may be stored in the well on the bottom of the laminator.

Warnings

To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage and fire which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death:

• Before using the laminator, plug it into an electrical outlet that is near the laminator and easily accessible
• Only connect laminator to a grounded 120V outlet
• Do not use laminator with a voltage or outlet converter
• Do not operate laminator if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped or damaged
• Keep power cord away from hot surfaces
• Do not use laminator in wet environments. The laminator is intended for indoor use only.
• Unplug the laminator from electrical outlet before storage or when not in use.
• Do not pull on the cord to unplug the laminator. Unplug the power cord by pulling straight out on the plug.
• Do not remove the outer housing or attempt to service or repair the machine yourself. The laminator contains no user serviceable parts.

To reduce the risks associated with fire and hot surfaces which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death:

• Do not place laminating film or any items on top of laminator.

To reduce the risks associated with hot surfaces which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury:

• Laminator is not intended for use by children.
• Place unit on a flat, secure, hard, stable surface.
• Do not cover the vent holes on the bottom or sides of the laminator while the power is on.
• The laminator and laminated items become hot during use.
• Allow laminated items to cool before handling.
• Do not leave the laminator unattended while turned on or in use.
• Unplug the laminator from electrical outlet before storage or when not in use.
• Allow the laminator to cool before moving or storing.

To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination:

• Dispose of electronic waste in accordance with applicable local and government regulations.

NOTICE
To prevent damage to the device and laminated items:

• Use laminator only as stated in the intended use statement.
• This product is designed and intended to be used in the US and Canada only. Use outside the US and Canada has not been evaluated by 3M. Product may not meet regulatory requirements outside of US and Canada.

Limited Warranty

To obtain warranty service, contact 3M at 1 800 328 6726.

3M, Stationery and Office Supplies Division
3M Center, St. Paul, MN 55144-1000

Questions or comments?
Call toll-free 1-800-328-6276

www.ScotchBrand.com

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