44/62 Ultra Plus Laminator User manual Manuel de l’utilisateur Betriebsanleitung Manual de uso Manuale d’uso 7001507
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44/62 Ultra Plus User manual 7001708, Rev.
INTRODUCTION We would like to thank you for purchasing a Seal 44/62 Ultra Plus, designed to give you many years of reliable service. By following the guidelines outlined in this manual for proper care and use, you can depend on many years of trouble-free profitability from your investment. Your 44/62 Ultra Plus laminator meets the CE Machinery Safety Directive (89/392/EEC, including 91/368/EEC, 93/44/EEC and 93/68/EEC) and is ETL listed (UL 1950/EN60950). Statement of intended use.
Introduction 2 Table of Contents 3 1 5 Specifications 1.1 Technical Specifications 5 1.2 Electrical specifications 6 1.2.1 1.2.2 6 6 2 US versions EU versions Safety / Important Safeguards 7 2.1 Safety symbols used on the equipment. 7 2.2 Emergency stop-buttons 7 3 Unpacking and Installation 8 3.1 Ambient Conditions 8 3.2 Surroundings 8 3.3 Power supply 8 3.4 Workspace Requirements 8 3.5 Setting up the laminator in 4 steps. 3.5.
6.1 Application Processes 17 Loading the machine 17 6.1.1 6.1.2 6.1.3 6.1.4 17 18 18 18 Loading film onto a machine equipped with the interlock bracket. Loading film onto a machine equipped with the cam lock system. Loading the unwind shaft into a machine equipped with the interlock bracket. Loading the unwind shaft into a machine equipped with the cam lock system. 6.2 Webbing the films 19 6.3 Feeding images 21 6.3.1 21 How to feed images: 6.
1 SPECIFICATIONS Imperial Metric 44” maximum 62” maximum 42” maximum 60” maximum 7 ft/min 1118 mm max. 1574 mm max. 1067 mm max. 1523 mm max. 2.13 m/min. Off (ambient temp.) 125°F, 195°F, 250°F Off (ambient temp.) 50°C, 90°C, 120°C 44 Ultra Plus 62 Ultra Plus 43.7”x58.3”x22” 43.7”x76.3”x22” 1110x1480x560 mm 1110x1940x560 mm Shipping dimensions (HxWxD) 44 Ultra Plus 62 Ultra Plus 28.4”x63”x24.8” 28.4”x81”x24.
1.2 Electrical specifications Push the power button (at least 1 sec.) and the forward (or reverse) button on the control panel, to run the laminator. 1.2.
2 SAFETY / IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2.1 Safety symbols used on the equipment. MECHANICAL HAZARD. FAILURE TO USE CAUTION NEAR EXPOSED ROLLERS COULD RESULT IN PHYSICAL INJURY. BE CAREFUL THAT ITEMS SUCH AS LOOSE CLOTHING, LONG HAIR AND JEWELRY DO NOT BECOME ENTANGLED IN ROTATING PARTS. HOT OBJECTS FIRE HAZARD. THE LAMINATOR CONTAINS A HEATED TOP ROLLER WHICH MAY REACH TEMPERATURES OF 135°C (275°F). THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE BURNS IF THE HEATED TOP ROLLER IS TOUCHED DURING USE. Figure 1 2.
3 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION Please read and fully understand the entire manual before proceeding to use your laminator. 3.1 Ambient Conditions The following environmental conditions are ideal for the best operation of the laminator. Ambient Temperature The best temperature for the 44/62 Ultra Plus is between 16°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). Do not expose the laminator to direct sunlight as output quality may be affected.
3.5 Setting up the laminator in 4 steps. English 1. Remove the cardboard box and the plastic bag as described on the outside of the box. 2. Pick the box behind the laminator which contains the stand parts. 3. Mount the LH-side part of the stand as shown in next figure. (The LH-part is recognizable by a spring utility on the bracket.) Use two serrated washers and two socket screws M6x16 (see fig.2) Do not tighten the screws completely. Figure 2 4.
5. Finally, mount the middle part between the LH- and RH parts. Use two serrated washers and two socket screws M6x16. Do not tighten these screws completely Figure 4 6. Taking care to align the top of the LH stand so that it is parallel with the blue plastic cover and there is a small gap (1-2 mm) between the blue cover and the stand, tighten the 2 screws that hold the stand to the machine. 7.
Your 44/62 Ultra Plus must be setup at the place where it will be used. The stand must be placed on a flat level surface. The machine must be installed next to an outlet! Do not use extension cords. The plug and the outlet must be easily accessible. Please ensure that you plug your laminator into a grounded, three-prong outlet. Please ensure that the total load of the other items using the same circuit breaker do not exceed its breaking value.
4 UNIT DESCRIPTION Features and benefits of the 44/62 Ultra Plus: Figure 7 Identification of parts 1 Wind-up tube 2 Emergency stop button 3 Image guide 4 5 6 Upper unwind shaft Unwind brake Control panel 7 8 9 10 Nip knob Bottom Heater Switch Process control sheet Lower unwind shaft 11 Foot switch Wind-up for the release-liner To help infeed images. It is removable when mounting. The shaft is suitable for rolls having a 3-inch core A simple means of setting the unwind tension.
1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 6 5 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 11 12 Figure 8 12 Drive symbol area LED run forward Lit when machine runs forward Button run Push button forward LED optical Lit when light beam is not safety system blocked. Stop button Push button LED run reverse Lit when machine runs reverse Button run Push button reverse Speed adjustment knob LED temperature setting Temperature Toggle push button to setting button preset the temperature.
4.2.1 Slow-mode The machine has a slow-mode, which can be activated by pressing the foot switch. To maintain slow-mode, keep the foot switch pressed. WARNING: ONCE THE MACHINE IS RUNNING IN SLOW-MODE, INTERRUPTING THE PHOTOELECTRIC EYES DOES NOT STOP THE MACHINE; AN AUDIBLE BEEP WILL BE HEARD, AND THE ROLLER SPEED WILL BE DECREASED. RELEASING THE FOOT SWITCH WILL STOP THE MACHINE.
4.3 Unwind brakes Tighten the supply brake so that it applies sufficient tension to laminate. Turning the knurled collar in a clockwise direction increases the breaking tension applied on the laminate. Turning the collar counter-clockwise decreases the tension. The best setting for the brake tension is determinate by the materials you are using and is learned through experience. Whenever you mount onto a board, etc.
5 PROCESS CONTROL SHEET Unwind top Pressure Sensitive Recommended SEAL products Print Shield bottom Print Mount top Print Shield bottom top Carrier board/release paper Print Shield Floorguard**/Deep Crystal/Sandtex* bottom PS Stoplight top Print Shield Floor Guard**/Sandtex* bottom Print Mount Removable Unwind top Recommended SEAL products Print Shield bottom top Carrier board/release paper Print Shield bottom top Print Mount OptiMount Ultra bottom top bottom Carrier board/release pape
6 APPLICATION PROCESSES The following steps outline the basic procedure that have to be used for loading materials, webbing the laminator and setting the brake tension for the materials you will be using. To load and unload the material shafts, it is necessary to access the machine from the rear side. Select the film(s) that you will use on the top (and bottom) of the images, it is advisable to use slightly wider width films compared to the print width.
1 Figure 12 6.1.2 Loading film onto a machine equipped with the cam lock system. • Remove the desired supply shaft (top or bottom) by moving the cam handle (1) down to the open position. • Lift the autogrip shaft out of the laminator. • Slide the shaft into a material roll. Ensure that the rubber blocking cords are on the top and bottom of the shaft for easy loading. CAUTION Take care that the ends of the shaft do not become damaged during the loading and unloading. 6.1.
6.2 Webbing the films English After the laminator has heated up; • Remove the infeed table. If applicable, the infeed table can be stored temporarily on the stand. • Unroll the film on the top supply shaft, so that an adequate length is hanging over the top roller (see figures 13 & 14). If necessary, release the supply shaft brake. • If using a film with release liner, peel back liner and attach it to the wind-up tube.
Figure 17 Alternative way for webbing film on the bottom unwind. • Use the provided leaderboard to push the film(s) through the nip (figure 18 or 19). Figure 18 Figure 19 Refer to the following sections for specific webbing diagrams based on the process you are performing.
6.3 Feeding images English To aid feeding images, the laminator is provided with an “Image Guide”. This device can be positioned in front of the top roller and it prevents the images from interrupting the photoelectric eyes. When changing the roller nip, the Image Guide moves together with the top roller. To position the Image Guide, place it on the brackets, as shown in figure 20 and align the slots with the screwhead and push it completely towards the top roller. Figure 20 6.3.
6.4 Laminating and adhesive coating (Decaling) This process involves sandwiching an image between either a hot or cold laminate on the face of the image and a pressure-sensitive adhesive on the rear. This process can be used to create self-adhesive images for mounting down onto various substrates. Once the machine reaches the operating temperature, the top roller may be raised and webbed as per the following diagrams.
6.5 Decaling without liner English Preparation: Select the films that you will use on the top and bottom of the images, it is advisable to use slightly wider width films compared to the print width. This way the print can be trimmed with a border, so as to reduce waste, but be enough to leave a border. Place the material rolls into the machine with the adhesive facing you. Web as follows: Figure 24 Figure 25 Linerless films: 1.
6.6 Mounting This process involves mounting down previously prepared decals onto a substrate. No films or adhesives are used in this process. To perform this process, it is necessary to remove the Image Guide, you can store the Image Guide in the machine stand (See fig. 9) 6.6.1 To mount decals onto a substrate Place the mounting board on a flat surface.
6.7 Encapsulating This process involves completely sealing an image between two heat-activated films. Once the machine reaches the operating temperature, the laminator may be stopped, the top roller raised and webbed as per the following photographs and diagrams, refer to the Temperature/Speed chart on page 16 for settings and recommended film combinations. Note: Check if the film widths of the lower and upper web are the same! It is advisable to use slightly wider films compared to the print width.
6.8 Pre-Coating This process is used to coat substrates with a self-adhesive coating onto which images can be mounted. The same process is used to create a carrier board (sled). Preparation: Mount the roll of self-wound pressure sensitive adhesive onto the top unwind of the laminator with the exposed adhesive facing you. Have a leader board ready of the same thickness as the boards to be coated. 1.
1. Refer to the instruction sheet packed with each box of ProSEAL Pouch Boards for specific instructions on mounting/laminating with a ProSEAL Board. 2. Also, refer to the instruction sheet for information on Compatible Media, Process Conditions and Technical Information. 3. A ProSEAL Pouch Board consists of a SEAL foam board mounting board with a piece of film on top. The film is sealed to the board along one of the short sides. Carefully examine the board to deter-mine which edge is sealed.
6.11 Encapsulating with a ProSEAL® Flexible Pouch using a ProSEAL® Carrier Board 1. Refer to the instruction sheet packed with each box of ProSEAL Flexible Pouches for specific instructions on encapsulating. 2. Also, refer to the instruction sheet for information on Compatible Media, Process Conditions and Technical Information. 3. The ProSEAL Flexible Pouch consists of two pieces of film that are hinged at one end, along a short side. Separate the two pieces starting at the end opposite the hinge.
Cleaning of the Machine The equipment must be disconnected from the mains before cleaning. The laminator may be cleaned by the operator with a lint-free cloth, lightly dampen with a mild soap and water solution. Spray-on cleaners are not to be used. No part of the machine is to be immersed in water or other liquids. Do not use an abrasive cleaner, which can damage the painted surfaces.
8 TROUBLESHOOTING List of common problems and solutions that the user can correct: Problem The power LED does not come on, when the machine is switched on. cause there is no power LED power is flashing the voltage from the supplier is too low solution check if the power cable is plugged into the mains wall outlet. check the fuse located on the rear side. Machine voltage 115V: the incoming voltage must be between 90-130V AC. Machine voltage 230V: the incoming voltage must be between 200-250V AC.
Decal An image that has been laminated on top (either heat-activated or pressure-sensitive) with an adhesive backing. Heat-Activated Laminates Laminates with a dry adhesive that is activated when heat is applied. Once applied to an image the adhesive forms a strong bond adhering the laminate and the image together. In-Feed The side of the laminator from which images are fed. Leader Board A piece of foam board (about 4’ x 2 inches) used to push films into the nip.
10 LIMITED WARRANTY SEAL Graphics warrant to the original consumer purchaser that all new Seal® laminators that prove defective in materials or workmanship within the applicable warranty period will be repaired or, at our option, replaced without charge. The applicable warranty shall be one year from date of purchase with the exception of silicone roll coverings that will be six months from date of purchase.
11 INDEX Application Processes .....................17 B Board Thickness ................................5 C Cleaning...........................................29 D Dimensions ........................................5 E Environment Conditions.....................8 G Glossary of Terms............................30 I Image Guide ....................................16 Interlock backet................................19 L Liability Statement .............................2 M Maintenance .........................
