GBC HeatSeal Sprint H950 User manual

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© HeatSeal" Sprint" H950 - Description
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Feed Tray
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Paper Side Guide
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Top Cover
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Control Panel
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Exit Tray
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Power Button
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4 EZ Load Levers
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Heat Button її
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Feed Switch
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Idler Bar Assembly
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Heat Shoe
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Film Roll
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Power LED (Red)
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Ready LED (Green)
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Scroll Button
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© HeatSeal" Sprint" H950 - Safety
Important Safety instructions А
YOUR SAFETY AS WELL AS THE SAFETY OF OTHERS IS IMPORTANT TO
GBC. IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND ON THE PRODUCT ARE
IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES. READ THESE MESSAGES CAREFULLY.
THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL PRECEDES EACH SAFETY
MESSAGE IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
ON THE PRODUCT YOU WILL FIND IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES.
READ THESE MESSAGES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR LATER USE.
THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS ARE FOUND ON THIS PRODUCT.
Electrical shock hazard.
Do not open. No user.
serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified
Wr service personel
This safety message means that you could be seriously hurt or killed if
you open the product and expose yourself to hazardous voltage.
Do not touch heat shoes until they have cooled.
‘SHARP BLADE.
Keep hand and
fingers away.
This safety message means that you could cut yourself it you are not
careful
WARNING: THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL PRECEDES
EACH SAFETY MESSAGE IN THIS INSTRUCTION
MANUAL. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES A POTENTIAL
PERSONAL SAFETY HAZARD THAT COULD HURT YOU OR
OTHERS.
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE OR REPAIR
THE LAMINATOR.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT THE LAMINATOR TO AN
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY OR ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE
LAMINATOR UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETELY READ
THESE INSTRUCTIONS. MAINTAIN THESE
INSTRUCTIONS IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
Important Safeguards A
WARNING: FOR YOUR PROTECTION, DO NOT CONNECT
‘THE LAMINATOR TO ELECTRICAL POWER OR ATTEMPT
TO OPERATE UNTIL YOU READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
COMPLETELY. KEEP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN A
CONVENIENT LOCATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. TO
GUARD AGAINST INJURY, THE FOLLOWING BASIC
‘SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MUST BE OBSERVED IN THE
SET-UP AND USE OF THE LAMINATOR.
General safeguards
* Use this laminator only for its intended purposes as according to the
specifications outined in the operating instruction,
* Keep hands, long hair, loose clothing and articles such as necklaces
or ties away from the front of the pull rollers to avoid entanglement
and entrapment.
* Avoid contact with the heat shoes during operation or shorty after
the laminator has been tumed off, The heat shoes can reach
temperatures in excess of 300°
* Keep hands and fingers away from the path of the sharp film cutter
blade located at the film exit.
* Place the laminator on a stable cart, stand or table capable of supporting
at least 8005, An unstable surface may cause the laminator to fall
resulting in serious bodily injury. Avoid quick stops, excessive force and
uneven floor surfaces when moving the laminator on a cart or stand,
* Do not defeat or remove electrical and mechanical safety equipment
such as interlocks, shields and guards.
* Do not insert objects unsuitable for lamination
* Do not expose laminator to liquids.
Electrical safeguards
* This laminator must be connected to a supply voltage corresponding
to the electrical rating as indicated on the serial plate located on the
Tear of the machine.
* Unplug the laminator before moving it, or when itis not in use for an
extended period of time.
* Do not operate the laminator with a damaged power supply cord or
plug
* Do not overload electrical outlets as this can result in fire or shock.
* Do not alter the attachment plug. This plug is configured for the
appropriate electrical supply
The urit is intended for indoor use опу.
CAUTION: The receptacle must be located near the equipment
and easily accessible. Do not use an extension cord.
* Disconnect the attachment plug from the receptacle to which it is
connected and keep the power supply cord in your possession while
moving the laminator.
* Do not operate the laminator with a damaged power supply cord or
attachment plug, upon occurrence of a malfunction, or after
laminator has been damaged. Contact an authorized GBC service
representative for assistance.

© HeatSeal" Sprint" H950 - Safety
Service
Perform only the routine maintenance procedures referred to in these
instructions.
A Do not attempt to service or repair the laminator.
Unplug the unit and contact an authorized GBC service representative
for any required repairs if one or more of the following has occurred:
* The power supply cord or attachment plug is damaged.
* Liquid has been spilled into the laminator.
* The laminator is malfunctioning after being mishandled.
* The laminator does not operate as described in these instructions.
A vni: THIS в NOT A TOY - DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THIS LAMINATORI
* Shipping damage should be brought to the immediate attention of the
delivering carter.
* Place the laminator on a stable fat surface capable of supporting
110lbs. The surface should be at least 30" high to assure comfortable
positioning during operation. All four rubber feet should be on the
supporting surface.
* Connect power cord to an appropriate power source. Avoid
‘connecting other equipment to the same branch circuit to which the
laminator is connected as this may cause nuisance tripping of the
circuit breaker or blown fuses.
Caring for the H-950 Laminator
The only maintenance required by the operator is to periodically clean
the heat shoes. This should only be done when changing fim rolls,
please see page 7 steps 1, 2, & 3. The folowing procedure wil help.
keep the heat shoes free of adhesive that has been deposited along
the edge of the laminating fim.
CAUTION: THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE IS PERFORMED
WHILE THE LAMINATOR IS HOT. USE EXTREME
CAUTION.
WARNING: Do not apply cleaning fluids or solvents to
the rollers.
WARNING: Do not attempt to laminate adhesives.
marked ‘Flammable’.
* The laminator should be positioned to allow exiting film to drop freely
to the floor. Accumulation of laminate as It exits the laminator may
‘cause film to wrap around the rollers, causing a jammed condition.
* Avoid placing laminator near sources of heat or cold. Avoid locating
the laminator in the direct path of forced, healed or cooled air.
© Preheat the laminator using the heat button
© Clean the top and bottom heat shoes with a soft cloth.
Ө Follow the procedure on page 7, steps 4, 5, 6 & 7.
NOTE: Do not use metal scouring pads to clean the heat shoes!
WARNING: Do not laminate glitter and/or metalic items, Damage to the
rollers may result.

© HeatSeal" Sprint" H950 - Setup
Laminator comes pre-loaded with 3 mil film, Approximately 30ft.
STEP 1 STEP 4
In back of machine, Insert and secure
turn on power. feed tray into
Power light LED in position.
front control panel
lights up.
STEP 2 STEP 5
First time only, scroll Adjust “Side
К _ up or down to select Guides" to fit
= language setting,
P S then press "Enter". To documentis).
reset language, hold
down both scroll
CE У buttons for 5 seconds,
select language then
press enter.
STEP3
Open tray for
normal operation.
|| For longer paper or
banners close tray.

© HeatSeal" Sprint" H950 - Operation
Laminator comes pre-loaded with 3 mil film, Approximately 30ft.
Side STEP 1 STEP 3
Guides Adjust side guides Laminated
and place document(s) will
document(s) in feed stack in Exit Tray.
tray. Lamination will
stop when job is
complete.
Screen STEP2 Screen STEP 4
Press start and LCD screen will
lamination will display number of
f + begin after warm + 1 documents being
Ej S up. Lj Е laminated.
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© HeatSeal' Sprint" H950 - Load Film
AN Caution, Hot Surfaces A If Possible, load film before running completely out.
STEP 1 NJ STEPS
Cut laminating Insert and lock
film as indicated. Idler Bar Assem-
If film is not bly, then close 4
present see next EZ Load levers.
page.
STEP 2
Open all 4 "EZ"
Load levers and
remove film.
STEP 6
Press feed switch
(forward) and hold
until wrinkle-free
lamination. Close
top.
STEP 3 STEP 7
Remove Idler Bar Scroll up or down
Assembly, then to select film
press “Heat” thickness. Press
button. "Enter" to confirm.
Press "Start" to
resume lamination.
To reset film
thickness, hold
enter button for 5
seconds, select
STEP4 film thickness then
Insert new film,
overlap film on Heat
Shoe.
Note: Match colors of
film core ends to EZ
Load Levers.
press "Enter".

© HeatSeal’ Sprint" H950 - Load Film
AN Caution, Hot Surfaces A | Use instructions below if film is completely empty.
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STEP 1
First, complete steps 2, 3and 4
from ‘Load Film" page 7. Close 4
EZ levers.
STEP 2
Press “Feed” switch (forward) and
insert ‘Feed Card” as shown. Insert
card with slight force through film
rollers.
STEP 3
Insert Idler Bar Assembly. Continue
pressing feed switch and wait for
Clear, wrinkle-free lamination.
STEP 4
Close top cover, scroll up or down
to select film thickness. Press
“Enter’ to confirm. Press “Start” to
resume lamination.

© HeatSeal' Sprint" H950 - Status Messages
Laminator comes pre-
loaded with З mil film, Approximately 30ft.
GBC
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Standby Screen.
Load document(s)
to be laminated.
Machine is in heat
mode.
Machine is warming
to operating
temperature.
Counting screen,
showing
pages laminated
so far.
Job complete
screen.
Total pages
laminated,

© HeatSeal' Sprint" H950 - Alert Messages
AN Caution, Hot Surfaces Do not take machine apart - No User Servicable Parts.
(Alert Message)
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(Alert Message)
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(Alert Message)
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(Alert Message)
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TOP COVER ALERT
Top cover is open. Close it and
resume lamination.
FRONT DRAWER ALERT
Close front drawer and resume
lamination.
LOW FILM ALERT
Open top cover and load new film
rolls. Refer to "Load Film",
pg. 7 and 8.
IDLER BAR ASSEMBLY ALERT
Insert and lock the Idler Bar assembly.
Close top cover and resume
lamination.
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© HeatSeal' Sprint" H950 - Error Messages
AN Caution, Hot Surfaces A Do not take тас hine apart - No User Servicable Parts.
(Jam Message)
Jam location
FEED JAM ERROR
Remove document(s) and any debris
from feed tray. Fan documents and
adjust size guides. Press “Start” to
resume.
(Jam Message)
Jam location
JAM ERROR
A) Open covers
B) Locate film Jam
C) Press Heat button
Use Feed switch (forward/reverse)
to clear jam. It may be necessary
to cut and remove film. (Take care
Not to damage rollers when
(Jam Message)
Jam location
Cutting film).
If cutting is required, use Feed
switch (forward / reverse) to
re-feed film through machine.
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o HeatSeal' Sprint" H950 - Document Size
If possible, always load documents
Lamination Directi in landscape format. Top and
bottom film border is always 0.25",
ғ and side film borders will vary
depending on document size.
For recommended max document
length, see specifications, pg. 14.
For best lamination results, avoid
irregular shapes as shown below.
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© HeatSeal’ Sprint" H950 - Troubleshooting
SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
No power switch, does
not illuminate when in
Power cord is not plugged
into live power outlet
Plug into live outlet
pressing standby
button
Faint lines across
the document
Cloudy lamination
Wavy Lamination
Unsatisfactory
adhesion to media
Feeder does not
feed document
Document collection tray
is not fully inserted
Main power switched off
Low film
Machine is not fully warm
Incorrect film setting
Insufficient heat
Media not compatible
Media not compatible
with feeder
Paper is not fully inserted
to feeder
on position Circuit breaker has tripped : Reset circuit breaker at
i rearof machine
Cover is open | Close cover
No paper in feeder i Insert paper
Machine does not Idler bar assemb! i Y
respond after A] y i Latch idler bar levers
Fully insert document
into exit tray
Turn on power
Load new film
Allow time to warm up
Select correct film setting
Verify correct film setting
Media is not suitable
for thermal lamination
Manually feed single
sheets
Fully insert paper to
feeder
Document is skewed
in film
Feeder side guides
not set correctly
Adjust feeder side guides
to paper size
Feeder picks multiple
documents
Static electricity on media, or
media is stuck together
Fan paper and replace
in feeder
Wrinkles in document
EZ Load levers not closed Close EZ Load Levers
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© HeatSeal' Sprint" H950 - Specifications
1. Warm-up time
Note: If machine is warm, the warm up times are reduced
1.7 mil - 42 micron : Мах 2.5 minutes from cold
3 mil - 75 micron
i Мах 1 minutes from cold
5 mil - 125 micron Max 1 minutes from cold
2. Speed
A) The machine throughput speed is 39" (1000mm) per minute
B) Equivalent to 4 letter or A4 documents per minute
C) 50 letter or A4 sheets take approximately 12 minutes
3. Paper sizes and thickness
Max paper thickness ; 80 Ibs - 360 gsm
Min paper thickness i 20 Ibs - 75 gsm
; | 127 т, 11.6" - 297 mm
Мах paper width } T5 fim, 11” = 280 mm
Min paper width | 6'-152mm
Max paper length i 48'-1220mm
4. Border sizes
А4 paper (side border) 12" - 305 mm wide film ; 0.15" -4 тт
А4 paper (top & bottom border) 1 12°-305mm wide film : 0.25'-6mm
Letter paper (side border)
11.5" - 292 mm wide film
1 025'-6mm
Letter paper (top & bottom border) ! 11.5°- 292mm wide film : 0.25'-6 mm
5. Film thickness
1.7 mil - 42 microns i Very Flexible
3 mil - 75 microns i Flexible
5 mil - 125 microns ! Semi Rigid
6. Feeder capacity
A) Maximum of 50 sheets at 20 Ibs - 75 gsm
7. Machine weight
A) In box 79 Ibs - 36 kg
B) Out of box 70 Ibs - 32 kg
8. Dimensions (with tray open)
19" Wide x 31" High x 27" Deep
(483 mm Wide x 787mm High x 686mm Deep)
9. Electrical Specifications.
A) 120v @ 60Hz, 7A
B) 230v, 50Hz, 3.5A
C) 100v, Q) 50Hz/60Hz, 7A 14

© HeatSeal" Sprint" H950 - Lamination Tips
Before laminating important or unique documents, always run a test document
through the laminator using a similar media
Laminator is only designed to laminate specified paper products
Do not laminate 'odd' shape documents
Do not completely run out of film when in Manual mode (loading film)
NOTE: First sheets will be film only
Do not use punched paper
Avoid folded or creased paper
CLOSE document capture tray if laminating documents longer than regular
A4 or letter size documents
For ease of film loading, stick new film to existing film
See page 7, step 4 diagram
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that this ACCO Brands product is free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service for
a period of ninety (90) days after purchase.
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warranted part found defective by ACCO Brands without charge for material or labor. Any replacement, at ACCO
Brands' option, may be the same product or a substantially similar product that may contain remanufactured or
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