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Pouch Laminator
Specifications
Dimensions: PL4A 8” x 10” x 3¾” (20.3 x 25.4 x 9.5cm)
PL12A 8½” x 19” x 41/8” (21.6 x 48.3 x 10.5cm)
Weight: PL4A 7¾ lbs. (3.97 kg)
PL12A 15½” lbs. (7.04 kg)
Power: 220VAC, 50/60Hz
PL4A 265 watts
PL12A 800 watts
Capacity: PL4A 3¾” (9.5cm)
PL12A 12¼” (31.1cm)
Maximum
Material
Thickness: 1/16” (2mm)
Film Thickness: 1.5 mil up to 10 mil (37 micron - 250 micron) each side
WARRANTY AND RETURN POLICY
Warranty:
Your laminator is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of one year from the date of purchase. In the event of a defect in
material or workmanship, your dealer will (at his/her option) repair or replace the
laminator.
No other warranty is implied except as stated above. This warranty does not cover
damage as a result of misuse, or any special or consequential damage, whether or
not foreseeable.
Return policy:
If your laminator is not operating properly, first review the instructions. If the
malfunction cannot be corrected, contact your dealer for instructions. Be sure to
have your machine serial number and date of purchase handy.
If the laminator must be returned to the dealer, it is your responsibility to ensure it
is packaged properly. Shipping damage as a result of improper packaging is not
covered under the terms of this warranty.
Operating Instructions
for 220V models
Model PL4A
Model PL12A
Revised 10/08/98

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of our pouch laminator. This laminator is
designed to provide quality lamination of all thicknesses of plastic.
The Model PL4A will easily laminate items up to 3¾” wide such as ID cards,
badges, membership cards, photographs, and luggage tags. The PL12A is
designed for cards as well as larger items up to 12” wide. A thermostat allows
you to adjust the temperature for laminating various materials.
OPERATION
Before using your laminator, be sure to observe the following precautions:
• To prevent electric shock, do not operate the unit near a sink or other
water source.
• Do not immerse the laminator, its cord, or plug in water.
• Do not use the laminator if the power cord is damaged.
• Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of
a cabinet or shelf.
• In case of a malfunction, return the unit to your dealer for service. The
laminator does not contain any customer serviceable parts.
To use your pouch laminator follow these steps:
1. Place the unit on a table and plug the power cord into a grounded 220VAC
outlet.
2. Press the HEAT switch to the ON position (the switch will illuminate).
The green indicator light will come on when the laminator is up to tempera-
ture and ready to laminate.
3. Press the RUN switch to the ON position (the switch will illuminate).
4. Insert the item to be laminated into a laminating pouch. Next, place the
pouch into the paper laminating carrier.
5. Slowly feed the carrier, folded end first, into the laminator until it is picked
up by the rollers.
6. Remove the carrier from the rear of the laminator after it has stopped
moving. Leave the pouch inside the carrier for several seconds to cool before
removing it.
7. Turn the RUN and HEAT switches OFF at the end of the day.
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
Your pouch laminator temperature has been factory set to provide high quality
lamination under normal conditions. If you use a heavier paper or use a different
laminating film, the temperature may be adjusted by turning the temperature
control knob on the bottom of the unit.
To increase the temperature:
1. Turn the temperature control knob clockwise one division. Wait until the
indicator light comes on before laminating.
2. Repeat step 1 until the laminator produces the desired results.
To decrease the temperature:
1. Turn the temperature control knob counter-clockwise to reduce the
temperature. The green indicator light will remain on. Wait several minutes
before laminating.
2. Repeat step 1 until the laminator produces the desired results.
If the pouch does not seal or the lamination is cloudy, the temperature is too low.
If the lamination contains bubbles or wrinkles the temperature is too high.
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Item Pouch
Carrier