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GBC HeatSeal Ultima 65 Roll Laminator - 1710740
Instruction Manual
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ULTIMA 65 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Quick start
- Power on: turn on the main power switch (I) at the back of the machine. It defaults to the 1.0 MIL setting.
- Check guards: make sure the safety shield and feed table are in place. The laminator will not run without them.
- Select film: press 1.5 3.0 MIL for thicker film, and use SLOW or FAST to adjust speed for your item.
- Warm up: wait until the WAIT lamp goes out and the READY lamp lights (about 10 minutes).
- Laminate: place items on the feed table, press RUN, and feed them into the nip point of the heat rollers without stopping.
- Finish: stop the laminator once all items have fully exited the rear, then separate them with the film cutter.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix (from the manual) |
|---|---|---|
| Film jam (wrap-up) around the heat or pull rollers | Film loaded on backwards, or the film's exit from the machine is blocked | Press STOP, set speed to 2, raise the shield, remove the feed table and cut the top and bottom webs. Pull the loose ends straight out, reinstall the tray, lower the shield, press REVERSE and guide the film out. Press STOP when clear and rethread. Page 6 |
| Film stretching (necking) or wrinkles | Insufficient film tension | Push and hold the brake lever on the left side frame and rotate the film roll until the lever engages, then rotate it to increase tension. Laminate test samples and adjust further if needed. Page 6 |
| Laminated items curl upward or downward | Uneven tension: too much upper tension causes upward curl, too much bottom tension causes downward curl | Adjust the top and bottom brake tension and laminate test samples until the result is flat. Page 6 |
| WAIT lamp lights while laminating | Speed is set too fast for the material | Lower the speed setting, or press STOP and wait until the READY lamp lights. Page 6 |
| Mark (heat line) on the laminated item | The laminator was stopped before the item completely exited the pull rollers | Do not stop the laminator until the item has fully exited. Even a momentary stop leaves a mark. Page 6 |
| Poor edge seal around thinner items | Thick and thin items were laminated at the same time | Do not combine thick and thin items. Run a test piece to confirm the speed setting. Page 6 |
| Adhesive deposits on the rollers | Only one roll loaded, rolls of different widths, adhesive side against a heat roller, or a roll run off its core | Load matching top and bottom rolls correctly, then clean the heated rollers with a 3M Scotch-Brite pad while they are hot (see Caring for the Ultima 65). Page 4 |
| Circuit breaker trips | Electrical overload; other equipment on the same branch circuit can cause nuisance tripping | Reset the breaker under the left side cover. If it trips a second time, contact GBC national service or your dealer/distributor. Page 4 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the Ultima 65 specifications?
Operating speed is 1.5 fpm (45.6 cm) to 10 fpm (3 m). Dimensions are 32.5 in. wide x 21 in. long x 12 in. high, and weight is 85 lb (39 kg). The 120V 60Hz model draws 12.5A and 1500 W. See page 3.
How long does the Ultima 65 take to warm up?
Normal warm-up time is about 10 minutes. Do not laminate until the WAIT lamp goes out and the READY lamp lights. See page 4.
What speed should I use for different materials?
The speed guide suggests 8–10 for newspaper, 20 lb copier paper and magazine stock with 1.0 or 1.5 mil film (3–4 with 3.0 mil). For construction paper and posters it suggests 5 (1–3 with 3.0 mil), and for index cards, file folders and poster boards 1–3 (1–2 with 3.0 mil). See page 6.
Does the Ultima 65 go into standby automatically?
Yes. If the laminator is left unused for more than 90 minutes, the STANDBY button lights. After another 30 minutes the laminator shuts off completely. Press STANDBY to reset it. See page 4.
How do I clean the heat rollers?
Remove the film, preheat until the READY lamp lights, and rub the top and bottom heat rollers with a 3M Scotch-Brite pad, pressing RUN and STOP to rotate to unclean areas. Never use cleaning fluids, solvents or metal scouring pads. See page 7.
