3M Scotch PRO User manual

Important! Please read entire enclosed instruction
booklet before beginning your lamination project.
PRO Thermal Laminator
USER MANUAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Size 19.8 x 6.1 x 4.3
Laminating Speed 18.0 inches/minute
Nominal Weight 7.9 lb
Number of Rollers 4
Entry Width 12.3 in
Power Requirements 120 VAC/60Hz/1500W/12A
Maximum Thickness 0.015 in
Ready Time Approx. 1 min
SPECIFICATION OF PARTS FUNCTION

Intended Use:
This laminator is designed for use with thermal laminating pouches for paper or flat paper-like items
between two film layers. It is intended for home, home office or small office, and school use.
Not For Use:
LAMINATING MACHINE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY CHILDREN. Currency, Social Security cards,
thermal papers, stamps, credit cards, cards with a magnetic strip and other similar items. Also, do
not use sharp objects, heat sensitive materials, historically significant papers or one-of-a-kind items.
Use in any other application has not been evaluated by 3M and may lead to
an unsafe condition.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the device and laminated items:
• Use laminator only as stated in the intended use statement.
• This product is designed and intended to be used in the US and Canada only. Use outside the US and Canada has
not been evaluated by 3M. Product may not meet regulatory requirements outside of US and Canada.
To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage and fire which, if not avoided,
could result in serious injury or death:
• Before using the laminator, plug it into an electrical outlet that is near the laminator and
easily accessible.
• Only connect this machine to a grounded 120V outlet.
• Do not use this machine with a voltage or outlet converter.
• Do not operate the laminating machine if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been dropped or damaged.
• Keep power cord away from hot surfaces.
• Do not use laminator in wet environments. The laminator is intended for indoor use only.
• Unplug the laminator from electrical outlet before storage or when not in use.
• Do not pull on the cord to unplug the laminator. Unplug the power cord by pulling straight
out on the plug.
• Do not remove the outer housing or attempt to service or repair the machine yourself.
The laminator contains no user serviceable parts.
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
To reduce the risks associated with fire and hot surfaces which, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury or death:
• Do not place laminating film or any items on top of laminator.
To reduce the risks associated with hot surfaces which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury:
• Laminating machine is not intended for use by children.
• Place unit on a flat, secure, hard, stable surface.
• Do not cover the vent holes on the bottom or sides of the laminator while the power is on.
• The laminating machine and laminated items become hot during use.
• Allow laminated items to cool before handling.
• Do not leave the laminator unattended while turned on or in use.
• Unplug the laminator from electrical outlet before storage or when not in use.
• Allow the laminator to cool before moving or storing.
To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination:
• Dispose of electronic waste in accordance with applicable local and government regulations.
Explanation of Signal Word Consequences:
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in a minor or moderate injury or property damage.
NOTICE: Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in property damage.

FCC:
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity for the following 3M Company manufactured product(s):
Trade Name: Scotch™ Thermal Laminator
Model(s): TL1306
We hereby declare that this product(s) complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Modifications to this device shall not be made without the written consent of 3M Company.
Unauthorized modifications may void the authority granted under Federal Communication Rules
permitting the operation of this device.
Responsible Party – US Contact information:
3M Company
3M Center, St.Paul, MN
55144-1000
Phone: 1-800-3M-HELPS
Internet contact information: www.scotchbrand.com
Body: ABS plastic housing
Ready: Turns green when ready for use
Input Tray: The entrance for the object
to be laminated
Outlet: The exit for laminated object
Pouch Reverse Button
On/Off Button: Button glows green when
turned on
3 Mil Heat Setting
5 Mil Heat Setting
6 Mil Heat Setting

Limited Warranty: This product will be free from defects in material and
manufacture for a period of one year from the date of purchase. User is responsible
for determining whether the product is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for
user’s application. If this 3M product is proven defective within the warranty period
stated above, your exclusive remedy and 3M’s sole obligation shall be, at 3M’s
option, to replace or repair the 3M product or refund the purchase price of the 3M
product. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, or damage resulting
from accident, misuse, alteration or lack of reasonable care.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which
may vary from state to state, country to country. To obtain warranty service,
contact 3M at 1 800 328 6726.
Limitation of Liability: 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from
this 3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential,
regardless of the legal theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence
or strict liability. Some states and countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may
not apply to you.
• Unplug the laminator and wait for it to cool down before cleaning. Wipe the exterior with a dry
cloth to remove dust.
• DO NOT DROP machine or otherwise subject it to impact.
• Store laminator in a cool, dry location.
WARNING: To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage and fire which,
if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death:
• Unplug the laminator from electrical outlet before storage or when not in use.
• Do not remove the outer housing or attempt to service or repair the machine yourself.
The laminator contains no user serviceable parts.
Care and Maintenance:

• If you have multiple small items, place them inside one pouch. After laminating, cut out.
DO NOT cut pouch before laminating.
• Place SEALED end of pouch into the machine first, with the open end following behind.
• Irregular shapes, place towards the sealed end.
• Don't grab the hot end of the laminated item because it could deform. If deformation occurs, run
the pouch through the machine again. Allow to cool before handling.
• Not meant to be used with a carrier pouch.
• If white blotches appear or the laminating pouch appears hazy, send the item, sealed end first,
through the laminator again.
• Ensure that the mil thickness of the pouch you are using matches the setting you selected on the
machine.
When finished press the power button to turn off the laminator. The laminator will turn itself off after a
period of time. When cool, store laminator by returning input tray to its initial stored position. The power
cord may be stored in the well on the bottom of the machine.
User Tips:
Operating Instructions:
Step 1: PREP
Make sure your machine is warm and ready to go.
• Place the laminator on a flat, secure, stable surface.
• The on/off button is located on the top of the machine and will glow green when turned on.
• Choose your pouch setting, either 3 mil, 5 mil, or 6 mil depending on the thickness of the pouch
you are working with.
• The warm up time for this machine is approximately 1 minute, your machine is warm enough to
start laminating once the ready light illuminates
Step 4: SEAL
• The laminated item will automatically exit the outlet of the
machine. Do not pull the pouch through the laminator.
•
If the pouch does not feed correctly or jams, push the pouch
reverse button located on the control panel to reverse the
pouch back out of the laminator.
• Remove the pouch after it has stopped moving and allow to
cool on a flat surface. Use caution, your project may be hot
when exiting the machine.
•
It may be necessary to laminate thicker items twice to
completely seal the pouch.
Step 3: INSERT
Place the sealed end into the machine first with the open
end following
• Check to make sure the pouch lines up to the opening to
prevent uneven or angled feed through.
• Remove any objects that could get in the way of your
project as it exits the machine
Step 2: PLACE
Place your project inside the laminating pouch
• Center your item(s) inside the pouch checking that
you leave 1/8" laminate margin around the edges on
each side for best sealing results.
• Tip: trim your project AFTER lamination.

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