Formax FlashGuard-13R10 Operator Manual, page 1
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  1. Troubleshooting Guide

Machine has no power or rollers are not moving.

Power cord is not properly plugged in

Check the power plug is properly plugged in

Main power switch is off

Check the power switch is turned on or contact support

Operation of gears is not smooth.

Turn off the machine, then contact support

Poor lamination quality

Laminated document wrinkled, damp, or folded

A djust the temperature

Temperature will not increase

Power cord is not properly plugged in

Check the power plug is properly plugged in

Check the power switch is turned on or contact support

Edges are not sealed

Document is too thick to seal the edges of the film

Use a thinner document or leave more space around the edges, approximately .19” (5mm)

Something may be stuck between the heated rollers or they are out of position

Follow the shut-down procedure, and contact support.

lower or higher (see Temperature/Speed Chart)

FlashGuard 13R10 Heavy Duty Professional Laminator

  1. Technical Support

If you have any problems that cannot be solved on-site, please contact your Formax reseller, or contact the Formax Service Team directly at 800-232-5535.

Operator Manual

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Formax FlashGuard-13R10 Operator Manual, page 2
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  1. Temperature/Speed Chart

The 13R10 Heavy Duty Professional Laminator is designed to laminate photos, documents, certificates, signs, diplomas, menus, awards, artwork, ID cards and more. It can be used in either hot or cold mode.

To avoid machine damage, please set a suitable temperature and speed based on the paper weight and film thickness.

  1. Specifications

Up to 13” (330mm)

Up to 141 inches/minute (3,600mm/minute)

Up to 14 mil (350 mic)

Up to .118” (3mm)

Up to 160 degrees C

Temperature & Speed Control

Power Consumption / Rating

1,500 watt 110-120V, 50/60Hz, 15A

21” L x 13.7” D x 6” H (536 x 350 x 157mm) 57 lbs (25kg)

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Formax FlashGuard-13R10 Operator Manual, page 3
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  1. Shutting down after laminating

Press the POWER button for 1 second.

2. Safety Precautions

1. Do not allow neckties, scarves, etc. near the infeed or output areas of the laminator as they could get caught by rollers and be pulled inside, causing personal injury.

DO NOT turn off the Main Power Switch as soon as laminating is complete.

To prevent overheating and possible roller damage, press power button for 1 second.

After the rollers cool down, there will be 5 beeps, then the laminator will shut down automatically.

  1. To prevent the possibility of electrical shock, do not immerse machine in water or permit liquid to spill inside.
  2. Close supervision is necessary when the laminator is used near children.
  3. Do not open the covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
  4. Be sure the laminator is located close to the power source, and ensure it is the correct voltage (see specifications chart).

COLD LAMINATION

  1. The laminator must be connected to a supply voltage corresponding to the listed electrical rating.

If the piece to be laminated is delicate and may be damaged by heat, use the COLD lamination function.

  1. Unplug the laminator before moving it, or when it is not in use for an extended period of time.

NOTE: For cold laminating (pressure only), you must use ONLY cold laminating pouches.

8. Do not operate with a damaged power cord or plug, after any malfunction, or after if it has been damaged in any way.

1. Press COLD button

9. Do not overload electrical outlets beyond their capacity as this can result in fire or electrical shock.

2. When the LCD screen reads READY and beeps once, the laminator is ready.

3. Insert piece into cold laminating pouch and feed into the front opening with the sealed pouch edge first.

10. Do not alter the power cord plug. It is configured for the appropriate electrical supply.

11. The unit is intended for indoor use only.

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Formax FlashGuard-13R10 Operator Manual, page 4
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  1. Control Panel and LCD Screen
  2. Operation

Main Power Switch

Plug in power cord here

  1. Connect the power cord to the back side of the laminator, and plug into an appropriate outlet.
  2. Flip the Master Power Switch on the back side of the laminator to the ON position.

Measure Current Temperature icon

  1. If it is not the first use, press the POWER button for 1 second.
  2. Press the HOT button for hot laminating.
  3. The initial temperature setting is 110℃, speed level 3. (See temperature/ speed chart on following pages).
  4. Once the laminator has reached the set temperature, the control panel will display “READY” and will beep 3 times.
  5. The laminator is now ready for use.

POWER

For On and Off, press power button for 1 second.

HOT

Press to Start Hot Lamination

COLD

Press to Start Cold Lamination

TEMP ▲▼

Modify Temperature ( 0~140°C)

SPEED ▲▼

Steps 1 - 9

MEAS

Press to display current roller temperature

RUN/STOP

Run and Stop roller operation

REV

Press to reverse the rollers and remove piece

  1. Insert the piece to be laminated into the pouch. Insert into the infeed with the sealed edge of the pouch entering first. See below.

Sealed edge of pouch

If adhesion of lamination is not satisfactory, increase the temperature.

To change the temperature: Press the Up-Down button of TEMP.

To change the speed: Press the Up-Down button of SPEED.

To reverse the laminator rollers: Press and hold the REV button and the piece and pouch will come back out the infeed.

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Quick start

  1. Connect the power cord to the back of the laminator, plug it in and flip the Master Power Switch on the back to ON.
  2. If it is not the first use, press POWER for 1 second.
  3. Press HOT for hot laminating. The initial setting is 110°C at speed level 3.
  4. Wait until the display shows READY and the laminator beeps 3 times.
  5. Place the item in a pouch and feed it in with the sealed edge first. Adjust TEMP and SPEED with the up/down buttons as needed.
  6. For heat-sensitive items, press COLD, wait for READY and one beep, and use only cold laminating pouches.
  7. To shut down, press POWER for 1 second; do not turn off the main switch right away. The rollers cool, the unit beeps 5 times and shuts down automatically.

Troubleshooting

ProblemLikely causeFix (from the manual)
No power or rollers not movingPower cord not properly plugged in or main power switch offCheck the power plug and make sure the power switch is on, or contact support. Page 1
Gears do not operate smoothlyTurn off the machine, then contact support. Page 1
Poor lamination quality (wrinkled, damp or folded)Temperature too low or too high for the materialAdjust the temperature lower or higher using the Temperature/Speed Chart. Page 1
Temperature will not increasePower cord not properly plugged inCheck the power plug and power switch, or contact support. Page 1
Edges are not sealedDocument is too thick to seal the edges of the filmUse a thinner document or leave about .19" (5 mm) of space around the edges. Page 1
Edges are not sealedSomething stuck between the heated rollers or rollers out of positionFollow the shut-down procedure and contact support. Page 1

Frequently asked questions

How wide can the FlashGuard 13R10 laminate?

Up to 13" (330 mm), at speeds up to 141 inches per minute. See page 2.

What pouch thickness does it accept?

Pouches up to 14 mil (350 mic) and items up to .118" (3 mm) thick. See page 2.

Can it laminate without heat?

Yes. Press COLD for pressure-only lamination, using only cold laminating pouches. See page 3.

How do I remove a pouch that is feeding wrong?

Press and hold REV and the piece and pouch will come back out of the infeed. See page 4.

Why shouldn't I turn off the main switch right after laminating?

To prevent overheating and roller damage, press POWER for 1 second instead. The laminator cools the rollers, beeps 5 times and shuts down on its own. See page 3.