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“ ULTRA-LAM” OPERATlONAL MANUAL
INTRODUCTION :
CONGRATULATIONS ON THE PURCHASE OF YOUR NEW ULTRA-LAM, A HEAVY DUTY POUCH LAMINATOR. YOUR ULTRA-LAM WAS SPECIALLY DESIGNED WITH THE HIGHEST AVAILABLE TECHNOLOGY AND PREMIUM QUALITY COMPONENTS, TO RENDER YOU A HIGH QUALITY LAMINATION, AS WELL AS MANY YEARS OF TROUBLE-FREE SERVICE.
THE ULTRA-LAM CAN OPERATE WITH ANY STANDARD LAMINATING POUCH CURRENTLY IN THE MARKET. IT WAS SPECIALLY DESIGNED TO OPERATE WITH OR WITHOUT A CARRIER NOTE: WE ONLY RECOMMEND THE USE OF CARRIERS WITH INFERIOR QUALITY POUCHES (HIGH ADHESIVE COMPOSITION i.e. 10 MILS (4/6) POUCHES), AS THEY MAY EXCRETE EXCESSIVE ADHESIVE, WHICH CAN POTENTIALLY DAMAGE THE SYSTEM.
IMPORTANT: WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU TAKE A FEW MINUTES TO FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE FUNCTIONS OF YOUR NEW ULTRA-LAM. YOU WILL FIND OUT THAT WITH JUST A L.ITTLE PRACTICE, ANY PERSON CAN ACHIEVE A PROFESSIONAL LAMINATION.
- EXIT
O P E RAT I O N :
- PLACE YOUR NEW ULTRA-LAM ON TOP OF A WORKING TABLE.
- PLUG POINER TO A GROUNDED 110V OUTLET (220V FOR CERTAIN COUNTRIES)
- PRESS POWER SWITCH TO THE ON POSTION (2). THE POWER LIGHT WILL TURN ON INDICATING THAT THE ULTRA-LAM HAS BEEN ACTIVATED.
- THE READY LIGHT (3) WILL TURN ON IN APPROXIMATELY 2-3 MINUTES, LETTING YOU KNOW THAT THE ULTRA-LAM IS READY TO START LAMINATING.
- PRESS THE MOTOR SWITCH (1) TO THE ON POSTION.
- INTRODUCE THE DOCUMENT TO BE LAMINATED INTO THE POUCH.
- INTRODUCE THE POUCH (SEALED SIDE FIRST) INTO THE ENTRANCE (7) OF THE ULTRA-LAM.
- REMOVE THE POUCH FROM THE EXIT (4) OF THE ULTRA-LAM.
- PRESS “OFF” (1 & 2) THE ULTRA-LAM ONCE YOU ARE FINISHED LAMINATING.
- IMPORTANT: EACH UNIT HAS BEEN PRESET AT THE FACTORY AND REQUIRES NO ADJUSTMENTS TO LAMINATE OUR 7 MIL POUCHES.
TIPS :
- ALWAYS TURN “OFF” THE ULTRA-LAM IF YOU WILL STOP LAMINATING FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME.
- ALWAYS MAINTAIN THE ULTRA-LAM ON STAND BY (POWER “ON” POSITION) IF YOU WILL CONTINUE LAMINATING WITHIN A FEW MINUTES. THIS FEATURE WILL ALLOW YOU TO INSTANTLY RE-START LAMINATING, WITHOUT DEPRECIATING THE MOTOR OR ROLLERS.
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TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENTS
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
ULTRALAM250P
ULTRALAM250B
- IF THE POUCH IS NOT SEALING WELL (IT APPEARS MILKY), THE TEMPERATURE MAY BE TOO COLD FOR THE POUCH THICKNESS THAT YOU WISH TO LAMINATE.
CORRECTIVE ACTION:
- MAKE SURE THAT THE READY LIGHT IS ON.
- IF THE READY LIGHT IS NOT ON, SIMPLY WAIT UNTIL THE READY LIGHT TURNS ON AND PROCEED TO LAMINATE.
- IF THE READY LIGHT IS ON, INCREASE THE TEMPERATURE (5) BY TURNING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL CLOCK-WISE (USE A FLAT-SCREW DRIVER FOR THE ULTRALAM 250B) WAIT APPROXIMATELY 1-2 MINUTES UNTIL THE READY LIGHT TURNS ON AND THEN PROCEED TO LAMINATE.
- REPEAT STEP “C” AS NEEDED. NOTE: THERE ARE MANY DIFFERENT POUCHES IN THE MARKET THAT MAY REQUIRE MORE OR LESS HEAT TO PROPERLY SEAL.
- IF THE POUCH IS WAVY THE TEMPERATURE IS TOO HIGH FOR THE POUCH THICKNESS THAT YOU WISH TO LAMINATE
CORRECTIVE ACTION:
- PROCEED WITH STEPS A, B, C AND D ABOVE. NOTE: TEMPERATURE CONT ROL MUST BE
TURNED COUNTER-CLOCK-WISE
CAUTION !
DO NOT LEAVE THE ULTRA-LAM ON FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME, WHEN IN USE. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPERATE THE ULTRA-LAM NEAR WATER DO NOT USE THE ULTRA-LAM IF POWER CORD IS DAMAGED. DO NOT ALLOW THE ELECT·RIC CORD TO BE IN CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES. IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION RETURN THE UNIT TO YOUR DISTRIBUTOR FOR SERVEE THIS LAMINATOR DOES NOT CONTAIN ANY PART THAT CAN BE SERVEED BY THE CONSUMER.
WARRANTY POLICY:
YOUR ULTRA-LAM HAS A WARRANTY OF ONE YEAR FROMI|TS PURCHASE DATE. IN THE EVENT OF A MANUFACTURERS DEFECT, YOUR DISTRIBUTOR (AT OPTION) WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE IT. IMPORTANT: THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGES DUE IMPROPER USE OR MISS TREATMENT OF THE UNIT INCLUD|NG ANY EXTRAORDINARY EVENT LEADING TO THE DAMAGE OF THE MACHINE WHETHER IT IS REVERSIBLE OR NOT. IF THE ULTRA-LAM IS NOT LAMINATING PROPERLY, FIRST FOLLOW THE CORRECT|VE ACTIONS ABOVE. IF THE PROBLEM PERSISTS PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DEALER FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE HAVE YOUR MACHINES SERIAL NUMBER AND THE PURCHASE DATE READY. IF THE MACHINE MUST BE RETURNED TO YOUR DISTRIBUTOR, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO PROPERLY PACK AND SHIP IT, AS ANY DAMAGED INCURRED DURING ITS TRANSPORTATION IS NOT COVERED BY OUR WARRANTY POLICY.
MODEL
ULTRALAM-250B
THROAT CAPACITY MOTOR LAMINATING TEMP. RANGE TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIMENSIONS WEIGHT WARRANTY
9.84”
HEAVY-DUTY
185 TO 320 ºF
ADJUSTABLE, BIMETAL
17.5” X 9.5” 5.75” 13.5 LBS.
ONE YEAR
ULTRALAM-250P
9.84”
HEAVY-DUTY
185 TO 320 ºF
ELECTRONIC
17.5” X 9.5” 5.75” 13.5 LBS.
ONE YEAR
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Quick start
- Place the laminator on a work table and plug it into a grounded 110V outlet (220V in some countries).
- Turn the power switch on; the power light comes on.
- Wait 2–3 minutes for the ready light, then turn the motor switch on.
- Place the document in a pouch and feed it sealed side first into the entrance.
- Remove the pouch from the exit, and turn both switches off when finished.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Pouch looks milky or is not sealing | Temperature too cold for the pouch thickness. | Make sure the ready light is on. If it is, turn the temperature control clockwise (flat screwdriver on the 250B), wait 1–2 minutes for the ready light and laminate again. Page 3 |
| Pouch comes out wavy | Temperature too high for the pouch thickness. | Turn the temperature control counter-clockwise, wait for the ready light and laminate again. Page 3 |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a carrier?
No. Carriers are only recommended with high-adhesive pouches such as 10 mil (4/6), which can release excess adhesive. See page 2.
How wide a pouch fits?
The throat capacity is 9.84". See page 3.
What is the temperature range?
185 to 320°F. Units are preset at the factory for 7 mil pouches. See page 3.
What warranty does it have?
One year from purchase against manufacturer defects; misuse and shipping damage are not covered. See page 3.
