Drytac JetMounter XD User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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Copyright © 2015 Drytac Corporation
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change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Drytac
Corporation. Drytac Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that may
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merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Drytac Corporation shall not be
liable for incidental or consequential damages in connection with, or arising out of the
furnishing, performance, or use of this document and the program material, which it
describes.

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Introduction
Over the past three decades, Drytac has evolved into one of the world’s most highly regarded
manufacturers of products for graphics finishing and display. Our core product line consists of a
wide range of pressure-sensitive, heatset and thermal overlaminating films. In addition, we offer
an extensive line of mounting adhesives, backing films, inkjet media, finishing equipment,
accessories, and banner stands. Drytac has the unique ability to manage all phases of the
customer experience: product quality and performance, manufacturing and distribution, training
and technical support and the industry’s best customer service.
The JetMounter ™ wide format ProXD series is engineered by Drytac to deliver a combination of
performance and value unequalled in the finishing industry. Compatible with any pressure-
sensitive overlaminating film, JetMounters are also ideal for permanently mounting graphics
onto cardstock, foam board, MDF or rigid PVC board. Equipped with the performance features
our customers demand, JetMounter ™ ProXD wide format models are unmatched for value.
JM Pro XD Features
•Heavy Duty, One-Piece Durable Metal Construction.
•Interchangeable, Large Diameter (5.5”/139.7 mm) Silicone, Non-Stick Rollers.
•Fully Heated Upper Roller with F/C Display Capability (248°F/120°C).
•Drytac’s Heavy Duty Single Mechanical Lift/Pressure Mechanism provides precise,
calibrated pressure control for consistent, repeatable results.
•2”/50.8 mm Nip Opening with LED Display for Pressure and Height.
•Accommodates 10” Diameter Rolls of Material.
•Adjustable Speed Control (to 20 fpm) with Forward, Reverse and Foot Pedal Functions.
•Adjustable Brake Tension on Five Auto-Grip Unwind/Supply Shafts, with roll to roll
capability.
•Wide, Heavy Duty Locking Casters for Stability and Maneuverability.
•Center Release, Fold-Down Front Feed Table with “Hold Flat” Paper In-Feed Guide.
•Front and Rear Table Idler Bars.
•Two Top-Mounted Emergency Stops accessible from front or rear.
•Photo Electric Safety Eyes.
•CE, FCC and cTUVus Certifications.

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information .........................................................................................5
Specific Moving Instructions..................................................................................7
Controls.................................................................................................................8
Setting Roller Pressure..........................................................................................10
Adjusting Shaft Tensions ......................................................................................11
Mounting With the JetMounter
™
Laminators
Mounting Board and Adhesive Selection...............................................................12
Pre-coating the Mounting Board............................................................................13
Mounting a Graphic to a Pre-Coated Board...........................................................14
Laminating with the JetMounter
™ Laminators
Selecting a Laminate Film .....................................................................................15
Single Unmounted Image......................................................................................15
Single Mounted Image...........................................................................................16
Laminating Multiple Mounted Images....................................................................17
Using a Leader Board,Carrier Boards and Preparing Mounting Boards.................18
Care and Maintenance.................................................................................................19
Technical Specifications and Contact Information .................................................20
Registration Information and Warranty ..................................................................21
Appendix
Operation Sequence..............................................................................................22
Crate Removal Procedure.....................................................................................23
Heating Element Installation .................................................................................25

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Important Safety Information
Before operating this equipment for the first time, it is crucial that you take the time to read and
understand all of the following safety-related information. Failure to follow these procedures
could result in serious personal injury and/or damage to the equipment and work piece.
Safety Signal Words and Symbols
Danger symbols indicate imminently hazardous situations that, if not avoided, will result in
serious injury or death.
Warning symbols indicate a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
severe injury or death.
Caution headings indicate a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTE or NOTICE indicates a statement of company policy directly or indirectly related to the
safety of personnel or protection of property.
The JetMounter
™
performs mounting and laminating using two rollers to apply uniform
pressure to adhesives and over laminating films. The point where the rollers touch the
material is called the “Nip”. This area creates a potential pinch hazard for fingers or other
objects. DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT IF YOU ARE UNWILLING TO ACCEPT THIS
HAZARD! TO AVOID INJURY, ALWAYS KEEP YOUR FINGERS AWAY FROM THE NIP
AREA!
No persons under the age of 16 should be allowed to operate the equipment!
The following safety features are designed to offer a reasonable measure of
protection against injury while maintaining an operator-friendly machine. Please do not attempt
to disable or alter their functionality in any way. Any modifications will void the warranty and
pose a serious risk to the operator. Contact Drytac Technical Services if any malfunction of
the equipment occurs and stop using the machine immediately!
All Pro XD models are equipped with a Photo Cell in front of the roller Nip which, when
interrupted, will stop the roller and the PC Status LED on the Control Panel will light to indicate
that an object is interrupting the photocell beam. (Note: Be particularly cautious when operating
the JetMounter
TM
with the Foot Pedal because in this Mode the rollers will still be powered when
the photocells are interrupted. An audible alarm will sound to alert the operator that something
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Prior to operating the laminator, always check that the photocell is working properly. In Standard
mode and use a piece of cardboard to block the photocells to confirm that the rollers stop.
The Pro XD is also equipped with two red Emergency Stop buttons, located on the top of either
side of the end cases. The Emergency Stop Button will stop the machine
immediately, shutting off power to the Control Panel. Stopping the machine can
also be accomplished by; lifting your foot off the pedal when in foot mode, turning
the speed dial to zero (0) or turning off the power button on the control panel or the main power
switch on the back of the left end case. If there is a “No Power” condition, check to see if the
Stops are depressed before further troubleshooting.
DO NOT operate this equipment when you are alone. As with all motorized equipment, it is
advisable that other adults be present to assist if required.
DO NOT operate the JetMounter
™
while under the influence of alcohol, prescription drugs or
any other substance that could impair your judgment or reaction time.
REMOVE any jewelry such as rings, bracelets and necklaces prior to operating the equipment.
Keep loose clothing, neckties, artificial fingernails, long hair and anything else that might easily
be drawn into the rollers away from the machine.
Turn the JetMounter
™
power OFF if you are loading adhesives or film, cleaning the rollers or
performing other activities that require close proximity of your fingers to the Nip. This will avoid
the possibility of inadvertently starting the machine. Keep your fingers away from the Nip area
when the machine is operating. Always work at a slow speed until you become familiar with the
machine.
Exercise caution when lifting rolls of laminate and adhesive due to their weight. Use assistance
to avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment and materials.Prior to lifting a
supply shaft into the laminator, position the Slot in the cup on the machine’s right
side to receive the shaft. The use of an assistant is strongly recommended.
When using a large supply roll, be aware that a pinch hazard can exist between
the top roller and the supply shaft. When working from the rear of the laminator the
operator must be aware of the Nip point of the contacting rollers and exercise
extreme caution to avoid injury.
Always
disconnect the laminator from the power supply before removing
any panels for service! Service performed by anyone not authorized or
directed by Drytac Technical Services will void the warranty.

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The noise level this machine generates at the operators’ position is less than 70dB.
Keep this manual near the machine for future reference. Also check our website for any
additional or updated safety information. (www.drytac.com)
Installation/Training is also available for your JetMounter ™ . This service assures that your new
laminator is set up properly and the operators are trained in the various applications the
equipment can perform. Contact our Customer Service Department for details or if you have
any questions about the operation of this equipment or would like to make arrangements for
such a session.
Specific Moving Instructions
The Drytac JetMounter
TM
is to be handled with care to avoid personal
injury or collateral damage. Whenever the machine is moved, we
strongly recommend utilizing at least two people. The adage: “Better
safe than sorry,” applies here. When moving the machine, the
movers should be positioned at both sides. Do not push the
JetMounter
TM
from the front or back! This eliminates the possibility
of having the machine tip over onto the mover or their helper.
Unpacking and Installation
Upon receipt of your new JetMounter
™
, inspect the carton(s) carefully for signs of physical
damage or mishandling. There are two rough handling indicators that should be inspected
before the shipment is signed for. If either of the devices is “tripped”, this must be noted on the
receiving paperwork. Report any damage to the shipping company immediately and contact
Drytac Corporation if replacement parts are needed. If there is no apparent damage, proceed
with unpacking. It is recommended that at least two people unpack the JM Pro XD to avoid
damage to the equipment or personal injury. Follow the instructions attached
to the front of the crate to remove the laminator correctly and safely. If the
instructions are missing check the appendix in this manual for an illustrated
version or contact Drytac Technical Services before attempting to unpack or install the machine.
Also see appendix for heating element installation procedure. If there are any questions about
electrical requirements for the equipment, please contact a qualified electrician prior to
attempting to power up the machine! Be absolutely certain that the voltage supplied at the
outlet corresponds with the voltage marked on the plate attached to your machine. Do not rely
on the cord or outlet configuration to determine the correct power supply voltage!

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ALLOW ENOUGH WORKSPACE AROUND THE MACHINE TO BE ABLE TO FEED AND
REMOVE YOUR WORKPIECE SAFELY! It is recommended that the machine be placed so that
at least three feet of space from the front and back beyond the largest piece of material you will
use be provided to insure adequate accessibility and safety.
For example, if your work piece were a four-foot by eight-foot foam board, you would need to
allow a minimum of eleven feet of space in front and eleven feet of space in the rear of your
machine. Always consider this rule a necessity prior to beginning your work.
JetMounter
™
Pro XD Controls
1. The main On-Off switch is a Breaker located on the back of the left end case of the
machine, near the power cord entry. This switch should be in the “OFF” position when
loading or unloading adhesives or film, cleaning the rollers or performing other activities that
require close proximity of your fingers to the Nip. Use this breaker to power down after
processing is completed for each day.
2. The Control Panel Power Pad is located in the lower left corner of the control panel, which is
on the upper angled surface of the right end case. This button must be pressed first, before
activating any machine functions. When one of the Emergency Stops has been pressed
and the problem has been corrected that caused the stop to be pressed, you must
reactivate the Stop and then press the Control Panel Power Button to proceed
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3. The F/R Pad is used to select the direction of the bottom roller. The indicator light next to
the FWD or REV LED will light to show which direction has been selected. Depress the
button to change directions. The roller must be stopped before changing the direction.
NOTE: REVERSE will only function with the use of the foot pedal. The alarm will sound and
the roller speed will be very slow to alert the operator that the roller cannot be stopped in the
normal manner by breaking the photo cell beam in front of the roller. Use extreme caution
with hand and tool placement on both front and rear decks to avoid personal injury or
damage to the rollers. When operating in Reverse, the operator must
be aware the protection provided by the photo cells in the forward direction is not
available, since they are located on the front feed table only.
4. The ROLLER Pad is located directly above the directional pad and must be depressed to
activate the motor which turns the bottom roller. The adjacent indicator LED next to the
button will light when power is supplied to the motor. When the Photo Cell beam has been
broken or “tripped” due to an obstruction or such, the Roller Button must be re-activated
before resuming processing. The PC Status Indicator Light to the right of the Power
Button will light up when the photo cell beam is interrupted.
6. The SPEED CONTROL, located to the right of the ROLLER, FWD/REV Buttons, is used to
control the speed of the motor-driven bottom roller. Rotating the knob to the right or left will
increase and/or decrease the speed of the roller. The speed control will not affect the
reverse speed or the speed of the roller when the photo cell beam is interrupted while
processing with the use of the Foot Pedal. In that circumstance, the roller will move at a
steady, slow speed, or jog mode, until the foot pedal is released. Then, when the obstruction
is clear the set speed on the control will resume by depressing the foot pedal.
7. The HEAT Pad is located directly above the roller buttons and speed control. This Pad
activates the Heat Assist Function. When pressed, the LED display will light up and show
the current Top Roller temperature. The heating rod starts to heat the roller to the set
temperature on the display. Which temperature scale is being displayed is indicated by the
LED to the right of the Display. To change from Celsius to Fahrenheit, simply press the UP
and Down arrows (located to the left of the temperature display) simultaneously and hold
for six to ten seconds. NOTE: Once processing begins, heat is absorbed into the materials
and lower roller, which will drop the temperature slightly. Depending on the amount and
thickness of the materials and the ambient temperature, this may need to be factored into
the temperature setting. The system is protected from overheating which means the heating
system will shut down if the roller exceeds the maximum rated temperature.

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8. The Pressure and Height Displays are directly above the HEAT display. The Nip opening
(or gap between the upper and lower rollers) is indicated on the LED Display in millimeters
from 0 to 50 mm or two inches. Directly above the Nip Opening Display, a series of LEDs
(labeled from 0-100) light up to show the percentage of pressure being applied to the
material in the nip. The (0) light stays lighted constantly. When the Top Roller is lowered to
rest on the Bottom Roller (what is called the “Sweet Spot”) the (20) light will light up
indicating twenty percent pressure is being exerted on the material in the nip. With a very
slight rotation of the Hand Wheel clockwise, increasing pressure is applied and the LED’s
will successively light up to show the percentage of pressure applied. This feature is for
repeatability in processing. The suggested pressure setting is 20 or 40 % for the best
results with the majority of applications. The unique Drytac lift mechanism design achieves
evenly controlled pressure over the entire contact area. To prevent excessive pressure and
premature failure of the equipment or damage to materials processed and/or the
mechanism, maximum spring compression is restricted.
The Hand Wheel is located on the front of the right end case. Simply turn the hand wheel to
raise or lower the top roller.
The Supply Shaft holds the adhesive or laminate material, while the Take Up or wind-up
Shaft holds the release liner. The two shafts below the table level can be used as either
supply or take up as the application calls for.
When any of the shafts is installed, the slot end must be oriented properly to
fit in the drive mechanism located on the right end of the machine, as you face it from the
front. The operator and the assistant should consider this prior to lifting the loaded shaft into
position. Once in position, keeper pins can be inserted in the cups to secure the shaft from
lifting from the cup.
Setting Roller Pressure
The nip gap is the space between the upper and lower main rollers. Both the nip gap and the
processing pressure are controlled by the Height Adjust Hand Wheel, located on the front of the
right cabinet, which raises or lowers the upper roller. The roller height should be adjusted
according to the images or substrates being processed. Normal operating range is between 20-
40% for most applications. Excessive pressure can create wrinkles and damage substrates.
Over laminating and Encapsulation: To process thin images the nip gap should be closed with
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Mounting: When mounting on substrates the nip gap should be set to the thickness of the
substrate by turning the Hand Wheel. The leading edge of the substrate should be inserted and
the pressure set according to the density of the substrate. Hard substrates such as Masonite®
or Sintra® should be set to 40% to 60%. In order to avoid compressing soft substrates such as
foam board pressure should be set at 20% to no more than 30%.
Narrow Graphics: Usually, these take less pressure to apply the image or laminate correctly.
Checking Roller Parallelism:
The roller alignment and pressure setting on the Pro XD are carefully set prior to shipping. A
digital instrument is used to calibrate the pressure from side to side within 0.2 mm throughout
the various pressure ranges. A limiter mechanism prevents the hand wheel from turning when
maximum pressure is achieved. Paper travel is a good indicator to determine whether the
setting has deviated and should be corrected. If the paper travel is greater than 3 mm per 5
meters of paper, (within the 20-60% pressure range) adjustments should be made to correct the
pressure setting. Contact Drytac Technical Services for the procedure and assistance before
attempting any adjustment!
Adjusting Shaft Tensions
JetMounter™ Pro XD is equipped with a motorized Take Up shaft on the upper front of the
machine. This shaft winds up the release liner from the mounting adhesive and overlaminating
film rolls during processing. Also on these models, both the Take Up Shafts and the Supply
Shafts are equipped with Tension Control Knobs. It is important to adjust these settings so
that there is an even tension on the adhesive or film during processing. The objective is to apply
enough resistance on the film to keep it firm and flat, but not so much as to stretch or distort it. It
is also critical to maintain even tension settings on both sides of the film. Turn the
Tension Control Knobs clockwise to increase roll tension and counter-clockwise to reduce
tension.
Supply Shaft tension: When feeding adhesive or film into the rollers, the primary objective is to
maintain the feed at the same rate the rollers pull the material through the Nip. Slight resistance
is usually all that is needed. Over-tightening the brake is rarely the solution to a tracking issue.
“Less is better” when it comes to applying resistance to the material.
Take Up Shaft tension: The Release Liner should be pulled away from the adhesive at a
steady rate that allows it to “lift” at a point just before the material enters the Nip. Keeping the
correct tension will allow the liner to be pulled away at the correct point without allowing
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Mounting with JetMounter
™
Laminators
Mounting Board (Substrate) Selection
The selection of the proper mounting board/substrate is very important. Common materials used
are: • Foam Boards: (FomeCor®, GatorBoard®, HartBoard® etc.)
• Illustration Board
• Rag Board
• MDF (medium density fiberboard)
• Corrugated plastic boards: CoroPlast®
• Rigid Plastic Boards (Sintra®, styrene, etc.)
• Tempered hardboard: Masonite®
Adhesive Selection
Once the mounting board has been selected, determine whether to pre-coat the material with
adhesive or to purchase pre-cut and pre-coated boards. While the use of pre-cut, pre-coated
materials will save time, coating your own mounting board is more economical and allows for
maximum flexibility in terms of sizing and substrate selection.
Pre-coating the Mounting Board
Pre-coating a mounting board means applying a mounting adhesive to one side of the board so
that a graphic image can be mounted to the board later). The use of a Leader Board is
recommended for this process.
1. Adjust rollers for proper pressure.
2. Load the roll of PSA (pressure-sensitive adhesive) onto the Supply shaft so that the material
can be pulled toward the user from the underside of the roll with the adhesive side facing UP
(the release liner side should be in contact with the roller as shown in the Illustration).
3. Pull the adhesive off of the roll so that about 4” lies flat on the worktable and is draped in
front of the rollers.
4. Lay your Leader Board on top of the exposed adhesive material on the worktable; then push
the Leader Board and adhesive into the Nip (the ‘Nip’ of your laminator is the point where
the rollers make contact). When pushing the Leader Board into the adhesive, make sure it is
parallel to the rollers.
5. Position your first mounting board behind and against the Leader Board. Check for proper
alignment, and feed through the rollers (in either AUTO mode or via FOOT switch). Feed
one board after another as needed. Trim the excess adhesive off of the board.

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6. Your mounting boards are now pre-coated with pressure-sensitive adhesive, which is still
protected by the release paper. The pre-coated boards can be used for immediate mounting
or stored for future use.
TIP: When an image is going to be laminated with a gloss overlaminating film, the use of very
smooth substrates with glossy surfaces (such as Masonite®) is preferred. This will minimize the
effect of board imperfections, (i.e. “orange peel”) in the finished product.
NOTE: We recommend placing a ‘Tail Board’ behind the last production board (this can be the
same board used as a leader board/starting panel). This is especially important when pre-
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Mounting a Graphic to a Pre-Coated Board
1. Adjust the rollers for proper pressure.
2. Expose the adhesive on the board by folding back approximately 1” (2.5cm) of the release
liner.
3. Using the folded-back release paper as a temporary support bridge, align the print onto the
board and then proceed to “tack” (stick or press down) the leading edge of the print onto the
exposed adhesive.
4. Run a Leader Board of the same thickness as your mounting board through the rollers so
that the back edge of the Leader Board is at the nip of your machine.
5. Square your mounting board with the tacked print against the edge of the Leader Board
and drape the print over the top roller.
6. Run the mounting board/adhesive/image through the rollers while simultaneously pulling the
release liner away from and off of the board.
(JM Fuzion XD has three automatic Take Up shafts on the front and lower rear of the chassis.
You may choose to unwind the Release Liner onto the Take Up shaft during this process, rather
than pulling it by hand.)
Laminating with JetMounter ™ Laminators
Selecting a Laminating Film
Select an appropriate overlaminating film for the surface of your image based on aesthetics and
the conditions under which it will be displayed. Drytac offers a wide variety of films to match

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your specific output and application. Please consult your Drytac catalog for descriptions of
available film choices.
There are several types of laminating jobs that can be performed on JetMounter ™ laminators.
The following are the most common applications. To prevent adhesives from sticking to the
rollers and to provide a reusable, standard working surface, the use of a silicone-coated board
(also known as a “Carrier Board”) is highly recommended.
Laminating a Single Unmounted Image
Before processing, make sure that the image is clean and free of dust or specks of lint (an Anti-
Static cloth or Anti-Static Wisk is recommended for this purpose).
1. Raise the top roller and insert the Carrier Board. Set roller pressure as described in previous
chapter.
2. Pre-cut a sheet of overlaminating film from the roll. (The sheet should be larger than the
image by approximately 1” on each side and bottom, and 2” on the top).
3. Peel and fold back approximately 2” of release liner from the top edge of the overlaminating
film. Tack the film on the Carrier Board by pressing the exposed section of film onto the
leading edge of the board.
4. Start the Carrier Board into your laminator using the Foot Pedal mode. Stop before the edge
of the laminating film reaches the rollers.
5. Lift up the remainder of the overlaminating film (which is still protected by the release liner)
and slide the image face up underneath it. Stop before it makes contact with the exposed

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part of the adhesive. It is important to keep the film adhesive away from the artwork until the
whole assembly is under pressure and traveling through the JetMounter™ .
6. Lay the laminating film over the top of the upper roller. While holding up the edge of the
peeled back release liner with one hand, start the rollers and apply the overlaminating film to
the surface of the image. Pull up and away on the release paper as your work piece travels
through the laminator. Ensure that the release paper does not reach the point where the
image makes contact with the top roller. Be sure to complete this step with a consistent
motion and do not stop until the entire image has passed through the rollers.
7. The laminated image can now be easily removed from the silicone-coated Carrier Board for
trimming and mounting.
Laminating a Single Mounted Image
Before processing, make sure that the images are clean and free of dust or specks of lint (an
Anti-Static cloth or Anti-Static Wisk is recommended for this purpose).
1. Raise the top roller and insert the mounted image into the roller Nip. Adjust the roller
pressure.
2. Pre-cut a sheet of overlaminating film from the roll. The sheet should be larger than the
image by approximately 1/4” on the sides and bottom and 3” longer on the top.
3. Peel and fold back 2” of release paper liner exposing the adhesive of the laminating film.
4. Tack approximately 1-1/2” of the laminating film to the Leader Board, but not over the
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5. Insert the Leader Board with the laminating film tacked to it into the Nip. Advance the Leader
Board and the film through the Nip until the upper laminating roller securely pinches the film.
(The trailing edge of the Leader Board should be at the pinch point of the rollers.)
6. Lay the laminating film over the top of the upper laminating roller. Make sure that the folded
release paper liner is easily accessible.
7. Slide the mounted image into the Nip area and allow its edge to make contact with the edge
of the Leader Board.
8. While holding up the folded edge of the peeled back release paper with one hand, start the
rollers and apply the laminating film to the surface of the image. Pull up and away on the
release liner as you advance to ensure that the liner does not reach the Nip area. Process
your work with a consistent motion and do not stop until the entire image has passed
through the rollers.
9. Trim excess overlaminating film from the edges of the image.
Laminating Multiple Mounted Images
1. For higher volume jobs, select a roll of laminating film slightly wider than the mounted
images you intend to laminate.
2. Install the overlaminating film on the Supply shaft so that the material can be pulled toward
the user from the bottom of the roll with the Release Liner side facing up.
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4. Pull several inches of the overlaminating film off the roll. Separate the overlaminating film
from its release liner (approximately 3-4”) and drape it onto the in-feed table in front of the
rollers. Keep the release liner away from the film while pushing the Leader Board and film
into the roller Nip.
5. Position the first mounted image to be laminated against the back of the Leader Board.
Check for proper alignment, and feed through the rollers of your laminator (in Auto mode or
with foot pedal). Feed one print in right after another, as needed.
6. Carefully separate prints with a razor blade or utility knife. Trim off the excess film.
All large format models have automatic Take Up Shafts on the front of the chassis. You may
choose to unwind the Release Liner onto the Take Up Shaft during this process, rather than
pulling it by hand.
Using a Leader Board
A Leader Board (also referred to as a “starting panel”) is recommended for use when mounting
and laminating with JetMounter
™
laminators. A Leader Board is fed into the roller Nip first,
followed by the actual mounting/laminating project to be processed. We highly recommend this
tool to help set proper pressure for both mounting and laminating prior to processing your work.
The Leader Board should be the same width and thickness of your production mounting board
and about 6-8” long. You should also make a Tail Board, which is used behind the last
production board. The Tail Board is especially recommended for mounting to foam board.
Carrier Boards
When processing un-mounted images, we recommend you use a silicone-coated board to
prevent adhesives from sticking to the rollers. This board is called a Carrier Board, and it
provides a re-usable, standard working surface. It will be used when laminating your image prior
to mounting it onto a mounting board/substrate. It is common practice for finishing professionals
to stock Carrier Boards in several different sizes to accommodate various artwork formats.
Manufacturing Carrier Boards
Making a Carrier Board is basically the same process as pre-coating a mounting board. When
the mount board is coated with the adhesive, the silicone-coated release liner provides a slick,
non-stick surface on which to laminate images. Be sure to use a “self-wound” adhesive with a
silicone treated liner for this purpose.
Preparing Mounting Boards
Once you have decided on the most appropriate adhesive/mounting board combination for your
application, it is important that you properly prepare your board before coating. Although often
overlooked, this can be the most important step when mounting a print or artwork for display.
Foam Boards (E.G. FOME-COR®, ETC.) The surface of these types of substrates is porous
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such as Fome-Cor®, Foam-X® and similar boards should simply be wiped with a Tac Cloth™ to
remove dust particles.
Mat Boards/Mill Boards To prepare mat board or mill board for mounting, use the Anti-Static
Wisk™ brush to remove dust particles and other debris.
Hardboard (E.G. MEDIUM DENSITY FIBERBOARD, MASONITE, ETC.) To prepare hardboard
substrates for mounting, wipe down the surface with a TacCloth. If the surface contains
irregularities, use sandpaper to remove them, and then wipe the surface with a Tac Cloth.
Please note: Due to their highly absorbent properties, do not wipe down the surfaces of any of
these substrates (i.e. foam board, mat/millboard or hardboard) with a moist rag.
Care and Maintenance
• CAUTION: Disconnect the machine from the power source before performing
any service or maintenance!
• In order for your JetMounter
™
to operate efficiently, be sure to clean it regularly with a
soft cloth. A neutral mixture of soap and water or general purpose household cleaner
can be used for this purpose.
• Do not use thinner or a metal brush to clean the rollers! To remove heavy dirt and
adhesive residue Isopropyl Alcohol (90% +) can be applied to a lint free cloth to clean
the roller surfaces. Adhesive can be removed with a gum eraser.
• Rollers: In order to extend the life of your JetMounter
™
laminator it is strongly
recommended that the rollers be separated when the machine is not in use.
• Fuses: There are two replaceable fuses on your JetMounter
™
located on the rear panel
where the power cord enters the machine. Fuses are 5 x 20mm, 5 Amp. The use of
any fuse without the same rating specified may endanger the operator and/or machine
and invalidate the warranty. Spare fuses can be found inside the schematics envelope
located inside the left end panel.
• Lubrication: Lubricate the drive and take up chains located inside the right end case
every six months, with a premium brand chain lubricant.
Inspection and Lubrication Points:
1. Drive Chains, use Chain Lube or WD-40.
2. Brake/Clutch Assembly Handles, use oil.
3. Lift Mechanism Components, oil threads, use high quality grease for contact
surfaces. Lube lift bearings with white lithium through access hole in bearing.
4. Gear Box, unless evidence of hydraulic oil leak is noted- no service neeeded.
5. Casters, lube with grease gun.
6. Check/secure all Sprocket Set Screws.
7. Look for any Abnormal Wear or metal debris.
8. Operate the machine CAREFULLY with end panels off to check for noise or
irregularities of any kind.
9. Power Down and Disconnect the machine to inspect and tighten the heating
rod/element power connections.
10. Examine the Electrical Components for loose connections or any sign of fatigue.
11. Clean and Carefully Examine the Rollers for any cuts abrasions or irregularities.
Use Isopropyl Alcohol applied to a lint-free cloth and an eraser block to remove any
adhesive, etc.
12. Spin all shafts and rollers to check bearings.
13. Raise and lower the Feed Table to check for proper operation.
14. Wipe down all surfaces with a multipurpose cleaner while inspecting for damage.
15. Note deep scratches on Infeed/Outfeed Tables and underside of the Media Guide.
16. Perform Operational/Functionality Test according to Operator’s Manual.
17. Check all Safety devices for proper operation.

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Refer to the Operating sequence on Page 23 when performing the functionality test.
Depending on machine use, maintenance intervals can be monthly or semi
annually. It is recommended that the initial maintenance be performed at least
every six months.
J ET Mounter
TM
Pro XD Specifications
Upper /Lower Roller
Diameter 5.5” / 13.97 cm
Roller Construction Steel-with High-Release Silicone Covering.
Width 82”/ 208.3 cm
Depth 24” / 61 cm with Table down
25.5” / 64.8 cm with Table up
Height 53” / 134.6 cm
Weight 840 lbs./ 381 kg
Max. Opening 2” / 5 cm
Max. Laminating Width 63”/160 cm
Max. Material Diameter 10 “/ 25.4 cm
Electrical Requirements
220V, 50/60Hz (3580 Watts)
Speed Range 1-20 fpm 0.5-6 mpm
Core Size 3” / 7.6 cm
Packaged For Shipment
Height / Weight 60” / 152 cm 1094 lbs. / 496 kg
Width 90 “ / 229 cm
Depth 28” / 71 cm
CONTACT INFORMATION
Drytac Corporation (USA) Drytac Europe (UK)
5601 Eastport Blvd. Filwood Road, Fishponds
Richmond, VA 23231 Bristol BS16 3RY, United Kingdom
Toll Free Phone: [phone] Phone: [phone]
Toll Free Fax: [phone] Toll Free Phone: [phone] (UK only)
E-mail: [e-mail] E-mail: [email protected]om
Drytac Canada, Inc.
105 Nuggett Court Toll Free Phone: [phone]
Brampton, Ontario Toll Free Fax: [phone]
Canada L6T5A9 E-mail: [email protected]m