User Manual

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Odors
• Incorrect thermal
mode selected
• Pouch is too thin
for laminated item
• Pouch and/or
laminated
document is too
thick
• Adhesive
residue on
rollers
White spots or hazy
areas in lamination
• Ensure thermal mode matches the
pouch thickness
• Use only 3-5 mil thick thermal
pouches
• Use only Black & Decker pouches for
optimum performance
• Run pouch through the laminator
again
• Use only 3-5 mil thick thermal
laminating pouches
• Select 5 mil thermal mode or reduce
the thickness of the document you are
laminating (copy or print item on
standard paper)
• Use only Black & Decker pouches for
optimum performance
• Run cleaning sheet through laminator
after each use
• Use laminator in a ventilated area
whenever possible
NOTE: It is common for some adhe-
sives to seep onto the rollers during
lamination, which can cause odor
TROUBLESHOOTING
Lamination
bubbling
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WARNING: Shut down and unplug laminator before cleaning exterior. Use only
a clean, dry cloth to remove dust. Never get any liquid inside the laminator.
• Save original packaging for storing the laminator when not in use.
• Always run cleaning sheet through laminator at the completion of each thermal
laminating project.
• The heating element of the laminator is fragile. Do not DROP or IMPACT the
laminator to avoid damaging the heating element.
• Regular emptying of the corner punch chip drawer is important to ensure smooth
operation of the corner punch feature.
If you have a problem with your laminator, check the possible causes and solutions
below.
For any additional assistance with your product, visit our website
Laminating.BlackandDecker.com or call the Black & Decker help line at 1 [phone].