Akiles ProLamULTRA User manual

ProLamULTRA
6 Roller Photo Pouch Laminator
Professional Grade
Operation Manual
Make sure you read this manual before using the machine.
Store this guide safely, so that you can use it in the future.

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1. Specifications
Max. Laminating Width 13” (330 mm)
Max. Laminating Speed 53”/min (1350 mm/min)
Max. Pouch Thickness 14 mil (350 mic)
Max. Laminating Thickness
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Temperature Control Yes, Keypad
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Heated Rollers Internal Heating
YesReverse Setting
Speed Control 9 Settings
1/8” (3 mm)
1. Specifications............................................................ 1
3. Lamination Settings Guide....................................... 4
4. Control Layout & Functions..................................... 4
7. Warranty Policy.......................................................... 7
6. Troubleshooting......................................................... 7
5. Operating Instructions........................................... 5-6
2. Safety Precautions................................................. 2-3
Contents
(Check label on unit)

DO NOT
DISASSEMBLE
Do not disassemble, modify or repair the machine yourself.
ENTANGLEMENT
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK
WARNING
HIGH TEMPERATURE
WARNING
WARNING
Do not use broken, aging or self-made electrical wire. Do not bend, twist or
tie the electrical wire, to avoid the fire or electric shock.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or our
service agent or a similar qualified technician.
Do not use a power outlet outlet that is not in accordance with the rated
voltage, to avoid the risk of fire or electric shock.
Do not wear neckties or necklaces while operating this machine.
If an article becomes stuck in the machine, press the REVERSE
button right away. If this does not work, cut off the power
supply at once.
Do not open the cover of the machine.
Do not introduce the machine to water.
Do not operate the machine with wet hands.
Unplug the machine from the power supply when moving.
Do not operate the machine with the cover open.
Do not put on top of the laminator while it is in use.
Do not touch the cover, rubber rollers or heating part while
the machine is in use.
Do not insert objects other than laminating pouches, as they
may burn and give rise to smoke.
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2. Safety Precautions

WARNING
WORK
AREA
POUCH FILM
OBJECTS
MACHINE
OPERATION
Keep this machine in a dry and cool place.
Make sure the machine has room in front of and behind the machine for
adequate airflow and to allow sufficient space for the laminating pouches
to go in and out.
This machines has been tested to be 100% compatible with Akiles brand
laminating pouches. Using other brands may not achieve the same
results.
The length and width of the laminating pouch should be 3-5mm larger
than the document to be laminated.
Close supervision is necessary when using this machine near children.
Do not use any accessory that is not designed specifically for this machine.
Laminated photos, documents, etc. are permanent and cannot be taken apart.
NOTES
Please follow the recommended heat settings in this manual when using
this laminator.
Turn off the machine when it will not be in use for an extended period of
time.
If you have issues with the machine, please discontinue use and contact
your dealer for repair.
The ProLam Ultra uses heated rollers, so do not use the following objects
with this machine:
• Easy to burn material
• Documents wider than 13”
• Single side pouch films (PVC film)
• Heat sensitive paper or articles that can be faded or transformed by
heat
• Articles that have cracks, dampness, or deformation before laminating
• Coins or any other types of hard material
• Documents thicker than 1mm
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2. Safety Precautions

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● Start: Hold HOT 1 sec
: Start Hot / Cold Lamination ● HOT / COLD
: Modify temperature (0~140°C)
: 1 ~ 9 Speeds● SPEED
: Preset temp and speed settings (MEMO + 1~7) ● MEMO
: Display current roller temp. ● MEAS
: Stop roller operation ● STOP
: Reverse
● Off: MEMO, STOP
● Memory: MEMO, 1~7
● Cold: MEMO, HOT
● REVERSE
● TEMP
3. Lamination Settings Guide
Temp°C Speed Temp°C Speed
3 Leer (20 lb) 100 - 110 4 - 7 120 - 130 4 - 5
5 Leer (20 lb) 110 - 120 5 - 6 120 - 130 3 - 4
7 Leer (20 lb) 115 - 125 5 - 6 130 - 140 3 - 4
10 Leer (20 lb) 120 - 130 4 - 5 140 2 - 3
14 Leer (20 lb) 130 - 140 3 - 4 140 1 - 2
Paper
Film
Thickness
(mil)
With Carrier
Without Carrier
* If using a low temperature film, please decrease temp 15 - 20°C.
* To avoid damaging the machine, please use recommended sengs.
4. Control Layout and Functions

5. Operating Instructions
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1. Plug the included power cord into the back of the machine and into
a compatible power outlet.
3. Hot Lamination
- Hold the HOT / COLD button for 1 second and the LCD display will turn on.
- The initial setting is at 100°C and Speed 6
- Hot mode icon will flash.
4. Machine Settings
- To increase or decrease the temperature, use the UP or DOWN Temp buttons.
- To laminate faster, use the UP or DOWN Speed Buttons (1~9 Speeds)
- To see the current roller temperature, press MEAS.
- To stop the rollers press STOP.
- To put the rollers in reverse, press REV.
- To use the factory preset settings, press MEMO, 1~7.
Memo+1: 100°C, Speed 7
Memo+2: 100°C, Speed 6
Memo+3: 105°C, Speed 6
Memo+4: 110°C, Speed 5
Warning - Insert the sealed side of a laminating pouch first.
2. Turn on the power switch behind machine
5. Cold Lamination
- Hold the HOT / COLD button to turn on the LCD display.
- Press MEMO button and then press the HOT / COLD button.
- The display will read Cold and the cold mode icon will flash.
- When the “READY” icon shows on the display, the machine will beep once
and the user can start laminating. (Use cold film only).
Memo+5: 115°C, Speed 5
Memo+6: 120°C, Speed 4
Memo+7: 130°C, Speed 4
- When the machine has warmed up to the set temperature, the “READY” icon
will show on the dispaly and the machine will beep 3 times.

6. Shutting Down
- Press MEMO and then the STOP button to initiate AUTO SHUTOFF.
- Once the roller temperature reaches below 65°C, the machine will beep
5 times and the power will shut off automatically.
- (Keep the temperature at 70°C and speed 2 for “STAND BY” mode.)
Warning - Do not turn off the Power Switch as soon as you are
finished laminating to prevent overheating. Please use the AUTO
SHUTOFF feature to prevent overheating.
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5. Operating Instructions

Problem Cause Solution
Machine has no
power or the rollers
are not turning
●Power cord is not properly
plugged in
●Power switch is off
●Make sure the power cord is
completely inserted
●Check that the power switch
is in the on position
Excessive noise ●
Operation of the gears is
not smooth
●
Turn off the machine and
contact Akiles Products
Bad lamination ●
Temperature is not at the
correct setting
●
Adjust the temperature
higher or lower until the
desired result is achieved
No increase in
temperature
●
Check power plug
Turn off the machine and
contact Akiles Products.
Corner is not sealed ●Document is too thick or
the temperature setting
is not hot enough
●Use a thinner document,
leave approx 5mm of space
around the edges, and/or
turn up the temp setting
Emergency state ●Something may be stuck
between the rollers or
they are out of position
●
Your ProLam Ultra has a warranty of one year from the date of purchase. In
the event of a manufacturer’s defect, your distributor (at option) will repair or
replace it. IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damages due to
improper use or mistreatment of the unit, including any extraordinary event
leading to the damage of the machine, whether it is reversible or not.
●Turn off the machine and
contact Akiles Products.
7. Warranty Policy
6. Troubleshooting
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