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GBC 2064 WF

INSTALLATION & OPERATING MANUAL

Part Number: 930-143, Rev A.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Cover Legal Disclaimer Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions Important Safeguards General ,Electric & Service Warranty Specifications Pre- Installation Installation Control Guide

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Control Panel Display Cooling Fan Button Forward Button Reverse Button Stop Button Master Control Knob Laminator Speed Button Top Temp Button Bottom Temp Button Measure Button LCD Display Read Out Rear Display

Features Guide Emergency-Stop Buttons Feed Roller Idler Front Table Rewind Tubes Rear Table In-Line Slitters Cooling Fan Bridge Chill Bar Pull Rollers Upper Tension Idler Heated Main Rollers Upper Supply Shaft Lower Supply Shaft Core Chucks Support Cores Lower Tension Idler Rear Table Safety Switch Front Table safety Switch PICO Safety Beam On/Off Switch Fuses Main Power Cord Foot Switch Pull Roll Adjustment Handle Main Roll Crank Handle Pull Roll Clutch Adjustment Knob

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Operating Instructions Film Loading and Threading Load a Roll of Film Webbing Thermal Film using Threading Card Webbing PSA Film / Mount Adhesive Using Threading Card Start Laminating Method for Tacking new Film to Existing Film To Unweb The Laminator Clearing a Film Jam (Wrap– Up)

Applications Tips for Pre-Coating Boards Tips for Mounting Pre-Coated Boards Tips for Single Sided Lamination Tips for Creating a Decal Tips for Mounting a Decal Thermal Encapsulation AccuShield

The Art of Lamination Basic Rules Film Tension Heat Output

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

YOUR SAFETY AS WELL AS THE SAFETY OF

OTHERS IS IMPORTANT TO GBC. IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND ON THE PRODUCT, YOU WILL FIND IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES REGARDING THE PRODUCT. READ THESE MESSAGES CAREFULLY. READ ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR LATER USE.

THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL PRECEDES

EACH SAFETY MESSAGE IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. THE SYMBOL INDICATES A POTENTIAL PERSONAL SAFETY HAZARD TO YOU OR OTHERS. THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS ARE FOUND UPON THIS PRODUCT.

ADVERTENCIA

Riesgo de choque eléctrico No abra: Adentro no hay piezas re parable s por el usuario. Man e nimiento solame nte por personal calificado

Risque de Se cousseélectrique . Ne pas ouvrir. Pas de pièce s ré parable s par l'utilisate ur. Entretien seule ment par pe rsonne l qualifié.

Electrical shock hazard. Do not ope n. No user serviceable parts inside . Refer servicing to qualified service personne l.

THIS SAFETY MESSAGE MEANS THAT YOU

COULD BE SERIOUSLY HURT OR KILLED IF YOU OPEN THE PRODUCT AND EXPOSE YOURSELF TO HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE.

ADVERTENCIA

RODILLOS

CALIENTES. PUNTO DE PINCHAMIENTO. Mantener manos y ropa a distancia.

ROULEAUX

CHAUDS. POINT DE PINCEMENT. Te nir mains et vêtements à l'écart.

HOT ROLLS.

PINCH POINT.

ADVERTENCIA

Mantener manos y dedos a distancia.

LAME COUPANTE.

Tenir mains e t doigts à l'écart.

WARNING: TO GUARD AGAINST INJURY THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MUST BE OBSERVED IN INSTALLATION AND USE OF THE LAMINATOR.

General: Keep hands, long hair, loose clothing, and articles such as necklaces or ties away from the front of the heat and pull rollers to avoid entanglement and entrapment. The heat rollers can reach temperatures over 300 F (150°C). Avoid contact with the heat rollers during operation or shortly after power has been removed from the laminator. Keep hands and fingers away from the path of the sharp film cutter blades. Do not use the laminator for other than its intended purpose. Avoid moving the Laminator on uneven floor surfaces. Never tilt the laminator. Do not defeat or remove electrical and mechanical safety equipment such as interlocks, shields and guards. Do not insert objects unsuitable for laminating or expose the equipment to liquids.

Electrical: The Laminator should be connected only to a source of power as indicated in these instructions and on the serial plate located on the rear of the laminator. Contact an electrician should the attachment plug provided with the Laminator not match the receptacles at your location.

Kee p hands and clothing away.

THIS SAFETY MESSAGE MEANS THAT YOU

COULD BE BURNED AND YOUR FINGERS COULD BE TRAPPED AND CRUSHED IN THE HOT ROLLERS. CLOTHING, JEWELRY AND LONG HAIR COULD BE CAUGHT IN THE ROLLERS AND PULL YOU INTO THEM.

NAVAJA FILOSA.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

SHARP BLADE.

Keep hands and clothing away.

THIS SAFETY MESSAGE MEANS THAT YOU

COULD CUT YOURSELF IF YOU ARE NOT CAREFUL.

WARNING:

THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL PRECEDES EACH SAFETY MESSAGE IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. THE SYMBOL INDICATES A POTENTAL PERSONAL SAFETY HAZARD TO YOU OR OTHERS.

WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO

SERVICE OR REPAIR THE 2064 WF LAMINATOR.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT THE

LAMINATOR TO AN ELECTRICAL SUPPLY OR ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE LAMINATOR UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETELY READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS. MAINTAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WARNING: THE RECEPTACLE MUST BE

LOCATED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

Do not operate the Laminator with a damaged power supply cord or attachment plug, upon occurrence of a malfunction, or after the laminator has been damaged. Contact GBC’s Technical Service Department or your dealer/distributor for assistance.

Service: Perform only the routine maintenance procedures referred to in these instructions

WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE OR REPAIR THE LAMINATOR

Disconnect the plug from the receptacle and contact GBC’s Technical Department or your dealer/distributor when one or more of the following has occurred.

  • The power supply cord or attachment plug is damaged.
  • Liquid has been spilled into the laminator.
  • The laminator is malfunctioning after being mishandled.
  • The laminator does not operate as described in these instructions.

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WARRANTY

Limited 90- Day Warranty

GBC warrants to the original purchaser for a period of ninety days on labor and one year on parts after installation that this laminator is free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. GBC’s obligation under this limited warranty is limited to replacement or repair, at GBC’s option, of any part found defective by GBC without charge for material or labor.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL

OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED. ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR PROMISES INCONSISTENT WITH, OR IN ADDITION TO, THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE UNAUTHORIZED AND SHALL NOT BE BINDING UPON GBC. IN NO EVENT SHALL GBC BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER OR NOT FORESEEABLE.

This limited warranty shall be void if the laminator has been misused; mishandled; damaged by negligence, by accident, during shipment, or due to exposure to extreme conditions; repaired, altered, moved, or installed by anyone other than GBC or its authorized agents; or if incompatible film was used. GBC’s obligation under this limited warranty does not include routine maintenance, cleaning, adjustment, normal cosmetic or mechanical wear, or freight charges.

Without limiting the generality of the previous paragraph, GBC’s obligation under this limited warranty does not include:

  1. Damage caused to the rollers by knives, razors, or other sharp tools: by any foreign objects falling into the working area of the laminator; or by cleaning the laminator with solutions or materials that harm its surfaces;
  2. Damage caused by adhesives; nor
  3. Damage caused by lifting, tilting or attempting to position the laminator other than rolling it on its castors across even surfaces.

FOR EUROPEAN UNION RESIDENTS ONLY: This guarantee does not affect the legal rights which consumers have under applicable national legislation governing the sale of consumer goods.

SPECIFICATIONS

Operating Speed Maximum Temperature Maximum Mounting Thickness

Maximum Film Width Dimensions (WxDxH)

US Models- CE Models-

FCC NOTE

Up to 15 fpm (4.5 mpm) MAX 300°F (150°C) Main Roller-1 in. (25.4 mm) Max. Pull Roller-1/2 in. (12.5mm) Working gap. 1 in. total opening gap. 64 in. (162.5 cm) Unit alone: (Uncrated) 82.5in x 41in. x 54in. (209cm x 104cm x 137cm.) Depth of 2064 is 44.4 in (112 cm) with tables in up position. Unit alone: 1500 lb (680 Kg). Shipping: 1700 lb (771 Kg). Refer to the serial plate located on the rear of the laminator for the specific electrical rating applicable to the unit. 220V, 40Amps, 60 HZ. Single Phase. 8500Watts 380VAC, 13Amps, 50HZ. 3 Phase, 8500 Watts

FCC Class A Notice - Notification pour les Etats-Unis Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiated radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.

Canada Class A Notice - Avis Canada, Class A This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Modifications Any modifications made to this device that are not approved by General Binding Corporation may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC and/or by Industry Canada to operate this equipment. Toutes modifications apportées à ce dispositif et non approuvées par General Binding Corporation annuleront le droit accordé à l'utilisateur par le FCC et/ou par Industrie Canada de faire fonctionner cet équipement.

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PRE-INSTALLATION

Before a 2064 Laminator can be installed, ensure the following requirements are met:

Are doorways and hallways wide enough for the laminator to be moved to the installation site? Is there ample room for the laminator?

  • A work area must be established that allows for operation in both the front and rear of the laminator and provides space for efficient material flow.

Is the environment appropriate for the laminator?

  • The laminator requires a clean, dust and vapor free environment to operate properly.
  • Avoid locating the laminator near sources of heat or cold. Avoid locating the laminator in the direct path of forced, heated or cooled air.

CAUTION: Air flow can cause uneven heating / cooling of the rollers and result in poor output quality.

Have you contacted a certified electrician to wire the receptacle and ensure that adequate power is being supplied, having the appropriate capacity, over current protection and safety lockouts available?

GBC 2064 WF Requires:

  • 220V at 60Hz with 40 amps single phase.
  • Nema 6-50 P 50 A 250 V Receptacle

This Machine is supplied with a Nema 6-50 male plug.

INSTALLATION

Shipping damage should be brought to the immediate attention of the delivering carrier. With assistance, carefully roll the laminator into position over flat and even surfaces. The laminator should be positioned to allow exiting film to flow freely to the floor or a work table. Accumulation of laminate immediately behind the laminator as it exits the equipment may cause the film to wrap around the pull rollers, resulting in a “jammed” condition.

Avoid locating the laminator near sources of heat or cold. Avoid locating the laminator in the direct path of forced, heated or cooled air.

Once the laminator has been properly positioned, lock the castors in place. Locking the castors prevent the machine from rolling during set up, operation or servicing.

Connect the attachment plug provided with the laminator to a suitably grounded outlet. Avoid connecting other equipment to the same branch circuit to which the laminator is connected, as this may result in nuisance tripping of circuit breakers or blowing fuses.

Note:

Machine must be leveled to ensure best performance. Level the machine by lowering both the main and pull rolls. Lay a level on top of the main and pull rolls. Then, check level from main roll to pull roll on right and left side of the roll. Finally, check by placing the level diagonally across lower main to lower pull rolls.

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FRONT CONTROL GUIDE

Figure 1.

  1. Top Temp:
  • When pressed, permits increasing or decreasing of the top temperature by turning the MASTER DIAL and is indicated on the control panel display. Range is 32°F- 300°F.
  1. Bottom Temp:
  • When pressed, permits increasing or decreasing of the bottom temperature by turning the MASTER DIAL and is indicated on the control panel display. Range is 32°F-300°F.
  1. Speed:
  • When pressed, permits increasing or decreasing of speed by turning the MASTER DIAL and is indicated on the control panel display. Range is 1-10.
  1. Cooling:
  • When pressed, turns on the cooling fans. When pressed again, turns off the cooling fans.
  1. Meas:
  • When pressed, a number will appear to inform the user how much film has been ran.
  1. Reset:
  • When pressed, will rest your distance.
  1. Master Dial:
  • Increases (+) or decreases (-) the numeric value for the selected setting when turned.
  1. Stop Button:
  • When pressed, the machine will stop and the rollers will not rotate.

I. Reverse Button:

  • When pressed, the machine will work in reverse mode.

J. Forward Button:

  • When pressed, the machine will be in the forward mode. By pressing this button, the machine will operate in the forward mode.

K. LCD:

  • The LCD will display the settings the machine is currently set for.
  • Illuminates when the laminator is plugged in and POWER ON/OFF is in the on, (I), position. Displays settings for the top heater, bottom heater, speed, job mode, and ready/wait.
  • TOP: -refers to the Top Main Rollers temperatures setting.
  • BOT: - refers to the Bottom Main Rollers temperatures setting.
  • Mode: -Displays the current Machines Mode. It will read either FWD or REV.
  • Speed: Will display the set speed.
  • PRS: This will show a % of pressure being applied to the Main Rollers.
  • GAP: Will show a % of the gap of the machine.

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LCD READ OUT

  1. Top Set Temp:

This will display the “Set Temp.” of the Top Main Roller.

  1. Bottom Set Temp:
  • This will display the “Set Temp.” of the Bottom Main Roller.
  1. Mode:
  • This will display either FWRD or REAR depending on what direction the operator selects.
  1. Speed:
  • This will display the “Set Speed.” of the Laminator.
  1. Top Current Temp:
  • This will display the “Actual Temp.” of the Top Main Roller.
  1. Bottom Current Temp:
  • This will display the “Actual Temp.” of the Bottom Main Roller.
  1. GAP:
  • This will display the “Gap.” in a percentage. The gap range is 0%-100%. When pressure is applied to the Main Rollers, the Gap should read “000%” As the rollers are opened, the gap percentage will increase.
  1. PRS:
  • This will display the downward “Pressure.” of the Main Rollers in a percentage. The more you increase downward pressure of the Main Rollers, the percentage will go up. The range is 000%-100%.

REAR CONTROL

  1. Stop Button:
  • While running the machine from the Rear, by pressing the “STOP” button, the rollers will stop.
  1. Rear Button:
  • By pressing the “Rear” button, the machine will work going to the rear of the machine.
  1. Forward Button:
  • By pressing the “Forward” button, the machine will work going to the front of the machine.

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FEATURES/ACCESORIES GUIDE

Refer to the following pages for detailed information on the above Features

FEATURES/ACCESORIES GUIDE (DETAILED DESCRIPTION)

EMERGENCY STOP BUTTONS

(Fig. 1– Item A)

Two emergency stop buttons are available on the Laminator on the top corners of the Laminator.

To engage Emergency -stop button, Press any emergency -stop safety push button to stop the roller movement

To disengage turn the push button clockwise after the emergency condition has been resolved.

Media Tables: (Fig. 2 & 3) On both the Front Media & Rear Media tables, the safety interlock switch will not allow the Laminator to operate at full speed unless the tables are properly installed. The Media tables are used to position items for Lamination. There are two media tables on the machine one on the front & one on the rear of the Laminator. The Front Media table incorporates an Idler on the leading edge of the table. This is used for roll to roll applications during lamination

Note: The Laminator will operate only when the Media Table and Media Table Latch are Properly Installed.

The Features/Accessories Include:

  1. Pressure Plate: (Fig. 2A) Used for guiding stock and ensuring a wrinkle free feed into the roller
  2. Feed Roller Idler: (Fig. 2B) Used for guiding Media through the laminator. The table Idler is helpful in roll to roll operation and helps move large ridged panels through the nip.
  3. Front Table: (Fig. 2C) Used to guide and support images into the nip.
  4. Rewind Tube: (Fig. 3D) Used to rewind release liners or finished Medias.
  5. Rear Table: (Fig. 3E) Used to support finished Media and used when running the machine from the rear.

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FEATURES GUIDE

  1. In-Line Slitters: (Fig. 4F) The In-Line Slitters allows the operator to slit images as they pass through the Main Rollers and into the Pull rollers. The trimmed waste can then be attached to the Rewinder Tubes and disposed of later.
  2. Cooling Fan Bridge: (Fig.4G) There are 3 internal Cooling Fans. The fans can be used to cool down media while it passes through the Main Rollers and into the Pull Rollers.
  3. Chill Bar: (Fig.5H) The chill bar shown in Figure 5H is in the up position. While in the up position, the laminate runs over the Chill Bar assisting in eliminating waves that may occur during some processes. When the operator chooses not to use the chill bar, it can be returned to the down position for storage.

I. Pull Rollers: (Fig.5I) The Pull rollers located at the back of the laminator are motor driven. They simultaneously pull the film and image.

J. Upper Tension Idler: (Fig.5J) The Upper Tension Idler Guides the upper lamination onto the Top Main Roller insuring a constant amount of wrap on the Top Main Roller.

K. Main Rollers: (Fig. 6K) The 2 Main Rollers are used to apply Heat and Pressure to films being used. Silicone rubber coated steel tubes heat the laminating film and compresses the heated film to the items being laminated. Heat is provided by an internal heating element.

L. Upper Supply Shaft: (Fig. 6L) The Upper Supply Shaft is used to hold film to be used, and to apply brake tension.

M. Lower Supply Shaft: (Fig.6M) The Lower Supply Shaft is used to hold film to be used, and to apply brake tension

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N. Core Chucks: (Fig. 7N) Bi-Directional Core Chucks grip the Medias supply tube. Our patented roller core chuck will allow the operator the ability to add or remove film with ease.

O. Support Cores: (Fig. 7O) The Support Cores prevent the Medias Core Tubes from deflecting by adding extra support to the Films Core.

P. Lower Tension Idler: (Fig. 7P) The Lower Tension Idler Guides the lower lamination onto the Lower Main Roller insuring a constant amount of wrap on the Top Main Roller.

Q. Rear Table Safety Switch: (Fig. 8Q) The Rear Table Safety Switch ensures that the Rear Table is inserted properly and if not engaged, the machine will only operate with the foot switch at 3ft/mn.

R. Front Table Safety Switch: (Fig .9R) The Front Table Safety Switch ensures that the Front Table is inserted properly and if not engaged, the machine will only operate with the foot switch at 3 ft/mn.

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S. PICO Safety System: (Fig.10S) The Patented PICO Safety System utilizes 2 fiber optic beams located at the Main Roll Nip as well as the Pull Roll Nip. Once the Optical Eye is blocked, the machine will instantly stop unless the operator is using the Foot Switch. While using the Foot Switch and the Optical Eye is blocked, the machine will only operate at a fixed speed of 3ft/mn. Please refer to the Sequence of Operation Chart on Page #14 Diagram 1.

T. On Off Switch: (Fig. 11T) To apply Main Power to the Laminator, Press the switch to the “ON” Position. To disconnect Main Power to the Laminator, press the switch to the “OFF” position.

U. Fuses: (Fig. 11U) There are 4 fuses. Each one is labeled to describe each fuses function.

V. Main Power Cord: (Fig. 12V) The Main Power Cord Plugs into the Main Power Supply. See Power Requirements in the Specs part of the manual for required Voltage and Amperage.

W. Foot Switch: (Fig.12W) The Foot Switch allows the operator to run the machine hands free. When the PICO System is not blocked, the Foot Switch will activate the Main Rollers, and the machine will run at the set speed on the Main Control Panel. The Speed can be adjusted by selecting the Speed button and using the Main Dial to increase or decrease speed while unit is running.

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Nip Pressure Adjustment: The Nip pressure adjustment allows the operator to adjust the downward pressure of the pull rolls and main rolls.

X. Pull Roll Lift Handle: (Fig. 13X) Select the setting from the pre-set values and lock latch into the appropriate slot.

  • Open
  • 1 Inch
  • 3/4 Inch
  • 1/2 Inch
  • 3/8 Inch
  • 3/16 Inch
  • 1/16 Inch
  • Low Pressure
  • High Pressure

Y. Heated Main Roll Lift Handle: (Fig.14Y) Turn handle clockwise to lower main roll & adjust the Nip Pressure.

Z. Pull Roll Clutch Adjustment Knob: (Fig. 15Z) The Pull Roll Clutch provides tension on the laminated film between the main rolls and pull rolls as the material is cooling.

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SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONS

GBC U.S &CE 3064WF

Effect of Fiber Optics on sequence of operation

Normal operation (No Interruption to any safety circuitry & Fiber optic beam)

Interrupted fiber optic beam or opened any safety circuitry.

Fiber optic beam cleared + all safety circuitries are closed

Control panel: Forward Speed: Zero to Max. Press Run push button to switch over from foot switch to the control panel.

Machine stops Instantly. Use foot pedal to override @ 3f/m.

Machine will remain stationary until run switch is pressed. Push RUN button switch to run machine again (Normal operation) mode.

Foot switch: Forward Speed: Zero to Max. Note: Press foot pedal to change mode and take over from control panel at preset speed.

Machine Runs @ 3f/m. (Automatic override from high to low voltage)

Machine still remains at low voltage speed of 3f/m. Steps required to run at (various speed): The operator will have two choices,

Forward Mode Press push button forward switch

Choice A:

  1. Release foot pedal to stop machine.
  2. Press foot pedal again to start machine at original preset control panel knob speed (pot).

Choice B:

  1. Press and hold Run push button switch on the control panel while foot is still on pedal.
  2. Release foot pedal.
  3. Adjust speed using speed knob

Reverse Mode Press Reverse Push button switch.

Reverse speed: Zero to Max. Press Run push button to switch over from Foot switch to the Control panel. Reverse speed: Zero to Max. Note: Press foot pedal to change mode and take over from control panel.

Machine stops Instantly. Use Foot pedal to override @ 3f/m.

Machine must not run. It will remain stationary. Push RUN button switch to run machine again at Normal operation mode.

Machine Runs @ 3f/m. (Automatic override from high to low voltage)

Machine still remains at low voltage speed of 3f/m. Steps required to run at (various speed): The operator will have two choices,

Choice A:

  1. Release foot pedal to stop machine.
  2. Press foot pedal again to start machine at original preset control panel knob speed (pot).

Choice B:

  1. Press and hold Run push button switch on the control panel while foot is still on pedal.
  2. Release foot pedal.
  3. Adjust speed using speed knob

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Film Loading & Threading The top and bottom rolls of laminating film must be of the same width and be present simultaneously. A Small amount of adhesive will “squeeze out” during Lamination. Hardened adhesive deposits can damage the heat rollers.

CAUTION:

Adhesive will deposit on the rollers if:

  • Only one roll is used.

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  • Either roll is loaded adhesive side against a heat roller.
  • One or both rolls of film are allowed to run completely off its core.

The adhesive side of the film is on the inner side of the web (Fig. 17A & B). The shiny side of clear film must contact the heat rollers. The dull side of the film contains the adhesive. Use extreme caution when loading delustered (matte) film as both sides appear dull.

Always change the top and bottom supply rolls at the same time. Near the end of each roll of GBC laminating film is a label stating “Warning-End of Roll”. The appearance of this label on either the top or bottom roll requires that new rolls of film be installed as soon as the item presently being laminated completely exits the rear of the laminator. Do not introduce any additional items into the laminator when the warning label is visible.

To load a roll of film: (Fig. 18)

  1. Pull the swing out shaft clevis pin up.
  2. Swing shaft outward.
  3. Slide the roll of film onto the film shaft ensuring Adhesive side is out.
  4. Push the film shaft back into the film shaft Support saddle.
  5. Push the clevis pin down.

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  1. Center the roll of film.

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Webbing Thermal Film Using Threading Card

THERMAL

LAM INAT E

CAUTION: The laminator rollers will be hot and can burn you. For pressure sensitive film (PSA), refer to the section titled

WEBBING: USING FILM THREADING CARD

FOR PSA FILM.

  1. Turn the Main Power ON /OFF to On.
  2. Set top and bottom temperature with regards to the film type used.
  3. Ensure no brake tension is applied to the film shafts.
  4. Pull the top roll film down under the upper idler bar and allow to drape over the top heat roller (Fig. 19)
  5. Pull the lower film behind the lower idler bar, Lower the table Pull Film up towards the film draped over the top heat roller and adhere the Lower Film to the upper Film (Fig. 20).
  6. Pivot the table back to its feeding position while ensuring the threading card is on top of the feed table (Fig. 21).
  7. Use a threading card to push the two materials into the heat roller nip.

THERMAL

LAM INAT E

  1. Lower the main roller to initial contact with the threading card.
  2. Ensure forward is selected for Motor direction and Press the Foot Switch 10.From the rear of the machine, guide the web over the chill idler, if installed, and through the pull rollers.

THERMAL

LAM NATE

11.Once the web has entered the pull roller nip, lower the pull roller nip. Adjust unwind film tension; use as little tension as possible to get smooth output. 12.Once the threading card has completely exited the pull rollers, press the stop ( ) button. 13.Now refer to the section entitled START LAMINATING.

THERMAL

LAM INAT E

THERMAL

LAM NATE

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Webbing PSA Film/Mount Threading Card

The laminator should be cool to the touch before Proceeding.

REWIND TUBE

PSA Film

  1. Turn the Power ON /OFF to On
  2. Load the rolls of film as illustrated in (Fig. 22). Ensure no brake tension is applied to the film shafts.
  3. Pull the top roll of film down under the idler bar and up to the upper front rewind tube.
  4. Place one piece of masking tape in the center of the film and secure to the rewind tube.
  5. Make two full wraps around the rewind tube, and then score the laminate without cutting the release liner. Pull the laminate down allowing it to drape over the upper roller (Fig. 22).
  6. Pull the mount adhesive up towards the film draped over the upper heat roller (Fig. 23).
  7. Stick the mount adhesive to the exposed adhesive of the upper role.
  8. Insert the table back to its feeding position while ensuring the threading card is on top of the feed table (Fig. 24).

Mount Adhesi e

PSA Film

CHILLED ROLLER

  1. Use a threading card to push the two materials through the heat roller nip 10.Lower the main heated roller to bring the main roller into initial contact with the threading card. Ensure front is selected and press the foot switch.

11.From the rear of the machine, guide the web over the chill idler, if installed, and through the pull rollers. Once the web has entered the pull roller nip, close the pull roller nip – 12.Press the stop ( ) button when the threading card has completely exited the pull rollers and adjusts the film web tension using as little tension as possible. 13.Now refer to the section titled START LAMINATING.

HEAT ROLLER

Mount Adhesi e

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  1. At this point you should have your laminator Webbed with the appropriate material for your application.
  2. The feed table should be in the normal operating position.
  3. Close the main and Pull roll nips. Rollers should be closed.
  4. Speed is set to 3 or less and front () motor direction is selected.
  5. Press the start ( ) button.
  6. Set main roller pressure between 40% – 60% for laminating by turning the main roll lift handle.

CAUTION: If using PSA film, an air pocket may result between the main rollers and pull rollers. Raise the pull rollers to allow the air Pocket to pass.

  1. Make any necessary film brake tension adjustments, pull/main roller pressure, and clutch and/ or rewind brake tension adjustments.
  2. Position the item to be laminated on the feed table.
  3. Align the leading edge of the item parallel to the heat roller nip (Fig. 25).

10.With both hands and an outward force push the image slower than the speed of the rollers into the nip of the heat rollers (Fig. 26).

CAUTION: Avoid forcing the image into the main roller nip as this action will cause the corners of the leading edge to buckle and create a wave.

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Method for Tacking New Film to Existing Film

The following describes a method for loading film whereby the existing film present on the heat rollers may be used in place of the threading card to draw the new film through the laminator. The adhesive of the existing film must be tacky or liquefied. Leading edges of the new film will be overlapped onto the tacky adhesive of the old film. The existing film and the new film will be pulled through the laminator together.

CAUTION: Do not cut yourself

a PSA film or mount adhesive

CAUTION: Be careful not to cut any of the rollers!

  1. Cut (1) remaining top film web between the idler bar and heat roller. Cut (2) the film web between the lower film supply and the idler bar (Figure 27).

CAUTION: Be careful not to cut any of the rollers!

a PSA film or mount adhesive

  1. Remove the feed table down.
  2. Do not allow the adhesive side of the film to contact the heat or pull rollers. Liquefied or tacky adhesive deposited on heat rollers will require the rollers to be cleaned per the section tilted.
  3. Replace both the top and bottom rolls of film with new rolls. Ensure the adhesive side is facing out.
  4. Pull the film around the idler bars, with the exception of PSA mounting adhesives without a release liner.
  5. Tack the new film to the existing film on the heat rollers. For PSA film, attach the release liner to the rewind tube
  6. Use the footswitch to advance the film into the heat roller nip.
  7. Observe the film being pulled through the laminator to assure that the remaining existing film and the new films are advancing concurrently. Any separation between the films will require stopping the motor immediately and the situation corrected.
  8. Press STOP ( ) once the newly threaded film has completely exited the pull rollers.

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To unweb the laminator

Unweb the laminator if you are changing film widths, cleaning the rollers or have finished using the machine for the day.

CAUTION: Do not cut yourself

  1. Using a slitter, cut (1) the output from the web (Fig. 28).
  2. Cut (2) remaining top film web between the idler bar and heat roller. PSA film cut the release liner too.
  3. Cut (3) the film web between the lower film supply and the idler bar (Fig. 28).

a PSA film or mount adhesive

CAUTION: Be careful not to cut any of the rollers!

  1. Remove the feed table.
  2. Gap the main rollers and pull rollers.

PULL WEB

  1. Carefully grab hold of the web (top and bottom film), from the back operating position and pull towards you (Fig. 29).
  2. Do not allow the adhesive side of the film to contact the heat or pull rollers.

Clearing a Film Jam (Wrap-up)

Film jams (wrap-ups) may occur if the film is loaded backwards or if the area at which film exits the equipment is blocked. The film, when jammed, wraps around the heat rollers or pulls rollers during webbing if webbing, if a Thread Card is not used.

To clear a jam:

  1. Immediately stop the laminator by pressing STOP ( ).
  2. Set motor direction to rear.
  3. Use the footswitch to reverse the web until the wrap up is clear.
  4. Raise the main roller and pull rollers.
  5. Manually guide the web from the main rollers and pull rollers.
  6. Once the film jam has been cleared, lower the main roller and pull rollers.
  7. Refer to the section titled START LAMINATING.

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APPLICATIONS

Tips for Pre Coating Boards

MOUNT

ADHESIVE

  1. Load the laminator as illustrated in (Fig. 30). Remove chill idler.

LEADER BOARD

TRAILOR BOARD

  1. The width of the roll should not exceed the width of the board by more than 1/2 in. (1.3 cm).
  2. Use a leader board to set the main roller and pull roller pressure prior to webbing.
  3. Use a leader board to start the run and a trailer board to finish the run.
  4. Using the pull rollers will allow you to leave gaps between boards.
  5. If not using the pull rollers, have the boards nearby to butt end to end during feeding.

BOARDS

Tips for Mounting Pre Coated Boards

  1. Use a leader board to set the main roller pressure prior to mounting the image.
  2. Ensure the chill idler is removed and the rear slitter is to one side.
  3. Do not stop once you have started the mounting process through the machine. (Fig. 31)

IMAGE

RELEASE LINER

PRE-COATED BOARD

Note: This application can also be performed from the rear operating position. Reference Fig. 34 for Illustration.

Tips for Single Sided lamination

  1. Load the laminator as illustrated in Fig. 32.
  2. Use kraft paper for one-sided lamination When ever the items to be laminated are narrower than the film you are using.

MOUNT

ADHESIVE

RELEASE LINER FROM PSA FILM

OUTPUT

IMAGE

  1. If not using kraft paper, use a scrap piece to finish the run or you will have adhesive on your rollers.
  2. For high volume runs, use Kraft paper and the lower rear rewind for roll to roll operation.

ROLL TO ROLL OPTION

KRAFT

PAPER OPTION

  1. Running the web over the chill idler may improve the Flatness of the output.
  2. A little heat,125 degree F (52 degree C),may help eliminate silvering effects associated with PSA films.

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Tips for Creating a Decal

  1. Load the laminator as illustrated in Fig. 33.
  2. The over laminate may be PSA or thermal type.
  3. If using thermal type, pay attention to the Polyin/Poly-out rule.
  4. Run a test material prior to running the actual image to ensure flat output.
  5. Use minimal brake tension to achieve quality output.
  6. Do not web the PSA mount adhesive around the lower web idler.

THERMAL

OR PSA FILM

RELEASE LINER FROM PSA FILM

OUTPUT

IMAGE

MOUNT

ADHESIVE

ROLL TO ROLL OPTION

Tips for mounting a Decal

  1. Use a leader board to set the pull roller pressure Prior to mounting the image.
  2. The image should not exceed the width of the board by more than 1 in. (2.54 cm) per side.
  3. Tack about 1 in. (2.54 cm) of the leading edge of the decal to the leading edge of the board.

DECAL

RELEASE LINER

BOARD

  1. When tacking the leading edge, start in the center and work to the sides.
  2. Use a board that exceeds the size of the decal if inexperienced in the mounting application.

Note: This application can also be performed from the front operating position. Reference Fig. 31 for Illustration.

Tips for Thermal Encapsulation

  1. Load the laminator as illustrated in Fig. 35 Poly-in film is used for illustration purpose.
  2. Refer to section entitled FILM LOADING & THREADING for Poly-out film.
  3. Always use two rolls of film the same width.
  4. Use minimal brake tension to achieve flat output.
  5. Increase speed gradually to maintain the activating temperature required for the laminate you are using.
  6. Length and width of image, ink coverage and paper type may affect the temperature and speed recommended in the SPEED/ TEMPERATURE GUIDE.

THERMAL

FILM

IMAGE

OUTPUT

ROLL TO ROLL OPTION

THERMAL

FILM

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THERMAL

FILM

  1. Load the laminator as illustrated in Fig. 36.

IMAGE

OPTIONAL

SEPERATOR BAR

OUTPUT

ROLL TO ROLL OPTION

KRAFT

PAPER OPTION

  1. You must have the Separator bar option to accurately run this material. See your Sales Rep for ordering the Separator Bar.
  2. Set Top Temp to 265 o F(129 o C) and a speed setting no greater than 4.
  3. Liner rewind tension will be greater than normal operating standard
  4. To prevent some adhesive adhering to the rollers, you may choose to use a roll of craft paper for a Carrier.

Use the blank space below and blank diagrams to Note your tips and web paths for your Special applications.

TIPS FOR CUSTOM APPLICATION #1 (Fig. 37)

TIPS FOR CUSTOM APPLICATION #2 (Fig. 38)

CUSTOM WEB PATH #1

CUSTOM WEB PATH #2

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SPEED / TEMPERATURE CONTROL

This is only a general reference guide. Different settings may be suitable as the warm up time, lamination time and materials change.

Factors that may affect the speed and temperature parameters;

Image length Image width and ink coverage. Ink coverage Paper type Laminate thickness Operating environment Condition of the rollers Line voltage (effects heaters) Using cooling features.

You may have to adjust temperature or speed depending on stock finish, thickness *Turn heat off when not in use.

THE ART OF LAMINATION

BASIC RULES

Do not attempt to laminate abrasive or metal Objects such as staples, paper clips and glitter, as they may damage the heat or pull rollers.

Do not force items into the nip area of the heat rollers. An item that is not easily drawn into the laminator by the heat rollers is probably too thick to laminate.

Wrinkles may result if an attempt is made to reposition an item once it has been grasped by the heat rollers.

Do not stop the laminator before an item has completely exited the pull rollers. Even a momentary stop will cause a mark (heat line) on the laminated item.

Good, consistent lamination is a result of combining proper heat, tension and dwell time. Dwell time is controlled by the speed of the motor and is defined as the amount of time the material to be laminated is compressed between the heat rollers. As a general rule, thicker items and film need to run at slower speeds because they extract more heat from the rollers at a quicker rate. Setting the speed control at slower settings gives the laminator longer dwell time thus allowing proper lamination of thick items. Thinner items, such as standard copier paper (20 lb. bond) and tissue paper, extract less heat from the rollers and can be run at faster speeds.

FILM TENSION

Proper film tension, known as brake tension, is the minimum amount required to eliminate wrinkles in the finished item. The film should be taut. A properly adjusted roll of film should not require excessive force to turn by hand. Film tension should be enough to introduce a minor amount of drag as the film unrolls. Insufficient tension causes wrinkles, while too much tension causes stretching (necking). Uneven tension between the top and bottom rolls create curl. Too much upper tension creates upward curl while too much bottom tension causes downward curl. Adjustment of the pull roller clutch may be necessary if after adjusting unwind and rewind brake tensions do not improve your output quality.

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The “READY” indicator may extinguish if the speed is set too fast for the material being laminated. Either lower the speed setting or press STOP ( ) and wait until the “READY” indicator illuminates. Operation of the laminator for more than thirty minutes at a time may necessitate a lower speed setting. It is recommended that, during periods of long runs, the items being laminated are alternated between thick and thin. Do not combine thick and thin items at the same time, as this will result in a poor edge seal around the thinner material. If you are unsure that the laminator is set at the proper speed for the item to be laminated, run a test piece (scrap) of the same or similar material through the Laminator. This procedure is recommended because rotating the heat roller prior to lamination will more evenly distribute the heat.

Make speed adjustments if necessary.

  1. “D” waves in the image (Fig. 39 A).
  • Check paper tension.
  • Paper may be damp or not dry.
  1. “D” waves in the laminate (Fig. 39 B).
  • Check main roller pressure.
  • Check pull roller pressure.
  1. Straight waves in output (Fig. 40 A).
  • Check operational settings for materials being used.
  • Check clutch tension.
  1. Indent waves in output after pull rollers
  • Insufficient cooling time.
  • Output was handled prior to cooling.
  • Use cooling feature if not on.
  • Machine was stopped on print.
  1. Angled waves in the output
  • Main air Supply setting
  • Check main Roller Pressure.
  • Check main roller pressure.
  • Check pull roller pressure.
  • Check for Paper Tension.

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MAINTENANCE

Caring For The GBC 2064WF Laminator

GBC offers Cleaning kits as well as Extended Maintenance Agreements

Contact your local GBC Service Representative or your dealer/distributor for additional information The only maintenance required by the operator is to periodically clean the heat rollers and schedule semi annual maintenance checks The following procedure will help keep the heat rollers free of adhesive that has been deposited along the edge of the laminating film Proper alignment of the rolls of film reduces the amount of “squeeze out”

WARNING:

Do not attempt to laminate adhesives marked “Flammable”.

Do not laminate glitter and/ or metallic items. Damage to the rollers may result.

WARNING:

Do not apply any cleaning fluids or solvents to the rollers. Some solvents and fluids could ignite on heated rollers.

Never clean rollers with sharp or pointed objects.

Hardened adhesive deposits on the rollers can cause damage to the rollers. Rotate the rollers at the lowest speed setting on the control panel.

CAUTION:

THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE IS PERFORMED WHILE THE LAMINATOR IS HOT. USE EXTREME CAUTION.

Remove the film from the laminator following the Procedure outlined in steps 1 through 6 of the section entitled TO UNWEB THE LAMINATOR

Preheat the laminator until the “READY” indicator illuminates

Tilt the feed table

Rub the top and bottom heat rollers with a 3M™ Scotch-Brite™ pad DO NOT USE METAL SCOURING PADS!

Use the footswitch to rotate the lower heat/ pull roller to an unclean portion The upper heat/ pull rollers are free spinning Continue this process until the complete surfaces of both rollers are clean

Refer to the beginning of the section entitled OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS to web your laminator

NOTE:

Do not use metal scouring pads to clean the rollers

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

SYMPTOM

The control panel display does not illuminate when POWER ON/OFF is in the ON, marked “I”, position

Heat rollers do not turn when I

Press the RUN ( ) button. Heat rollers only turn if I use the “Footswitch”. Laminated items exhibit curling.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Laminator not connected to electrical supply

Insert attachment plug into receptacle

Blown out fuse. Feed table not properly installed.

Check fuses. Tilt feed table and properly replace it. Pull out on the E-STOP push button. Disengage the footswitch mode. Clear nip area. Adjust tension per section FILM TENSION. Adjust tension per section FILM TENSION. Make sure bottom roll of film is around idler bar and that is the normal operation position. Release heat and pull roller pressure, align the rolls of film. Adhesive (matte) side of laminate film may be against the heat rollers. Unweb and reload the film properly. Lower speed setting.

Pull E-Stop button Photo eye is blocked.

Tension between the top and bottom film. Roll is unequal. Tension on top or bottom roll of film is too film is too loose. Bottom film roll may be improperly loaded.

Adhesive deposited on heat rollers.

Top and bottom film webs not aligned Laminate improperly loaded.

Unsatisfactory adhesion of laminate.

Speed setting too fast for type of material being laminated Insufficient heat

Heat rollers require cleaning.

Laminated item unsuitable for adhesion.

Wait for “READY” indicator to appear in the control panel display. Adhesive side of film must be facing away from the heat rollers. Bottom roll of film not threaded behind the idle bar. Clean heat rollers per procedure in section CARING FOR THE GBC 3064 WF LAMINATOR. Item may be dirty or may have non porous surface that is extremely difficult to laminate.

SERVICE AGREEMENT

GBC’s Equipment Maintenance Agreement will insure the quality performance and long life built into your laminator

A service charge for travel time, labor and parts may be incurred for each out of warranty service call GBC’s Equipment Maintenance Agreement

Decreases these expenses and protects your valuable investment GBC offers several types of agreements to suit your needs and budget To contact

GBC write to:

GBC NATIONAL SERVICE

IN CANADA:

GBC NATIONAL SERVICE

ONE GBC PLAZA

49 RAILSIDE ROAD

NORTHBROOK, IL 60062 U S A

DON MILLS, ONTARIO

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Quick start

  1. Have a certified electrician supply 220V, 60Hz, 40 amp single phase power on a NEMA 6-50 receptacle (the laminator has a NEMA 6-50 plug).
  2. Roll the laminator into position on flat, even floors, away from heat, cold and forced air, with room for film to exit freely; lock the castors.
  3. Level the machine: lower the main and pull rolls and check level across the rolls, side to side and diagonally.
  4. Turn the main power on, set the top and bottom temperatures for your film, and make sure no brake tension is on the film shafts.
  5. Drape the top film under the upper idler over the top heat roller, bring the lower film up behind the lower idler and stick it to the upper film.
  6. Push both films into the nip with a threading card, lower the main roller, select forward and press the foot switch.
  7. Guide the web through the pull rollers, lower the pull roller nip, set minimal unwind tension for smooth output, and press stop once the card exits.

Troubleshooting

ProblemLikely causeFix (from the manual)
Control panel display does not light with power ONLaminator not connected to electrical supply, or blown fuseInsert the plug into the receptacle and check the fuses. Page 28
Heat rollers do not turn when RUN is pressedFeed table not properly installed, E-Stop pressed or photo eye blockedTilt the feed table and replace it properly, pull out the E-Stop button, and clear the nip area. Page 28
Heat rollers only turn with the foot switchFoot switch mode engagedDisengage the foot switch mode. Page 28
Laminated items curlUnequal tension between top and bottom film, or bottom film improperly loadedAdjust tension per the Film Tension section and make sure the bottom film goes around the idler bar. Page 28
Adhesive deposited on heat rollersLaminate loaded with the adhesive side against the heat rollersUnweb and reload the film so the adhesive side faces away from the heat rollers, then clean the rollers. Page 28
Unsatisfactory adhesion of laminateSpeed too fast, insufficient heat, dirty heat rollers or unsuitable itemLower the speed, wait for READY on the display, clean the heat rollers, and check the item is clean and not non-porous. Page 28

Frequently asked questions

What power does the GBC 2064 WF need?

US models need 220V, 40 amps, 60 Hz single phase (8500 watts) on a NEMA 6-50 receptacle. See page 7.

How wide and thick can it laminate and mount?

Maximum film width is 64" (162.5 cm) and the main roller opens to 1" (25.4 mm). See page 6.

How fast and hot does it run?

Up to 15 fpm (4.5 mpm) and a maximum of 300°F (150°C). See page 6.

How much does the laminator weigh?

The unit alone weighs 1500 lb (680 kg), 1700 lb (771 kg) for shipping. See page 6.

Why won't the laminator run at full speed?

The safety interlocks on the front and rear media tables prevent full-speed operation unless the tables and latches are properly installed. See page 10.