General Binding Mercury Product guide

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Table of contents
1.0 Safety
1.1Explanationof symbols 1-1
1.2 General Rules of safety 1-1
1.3 Labels 1-3
Figure1.3.1Safety label placement 1-4
2.0 Warranty
2.1Limitedwarranty 2.1
2.2Exclusionsto the warranty 2-1
3.0 Specifications
3.1 Film and sheet size 3-1
3.2Functions 3-1
3.3Weight 3-1
3.4 Dimensions 3-1
Figure3.4.1Mercury 3-2
3.5Electrical requirements 3-1
4.0 Installation
4.1Placingyourlaminator 4-1
4.2Setting upyourlaminator 4-1
4.3 Know your lamianator 4-2
5.0 Operations
5.1Components on thelaminator 5-1
5.2Control panel 5-3
Figure5.2.1 Control panel 5-3
5.3 Feed table 5-4
5.4Supplyshaft 5-6
5.5Filmalignment 5-6
5.6 Tension knobs 5-6
5.7 Separator knife 5-7
6.0 Applications
6.1Filmloadingandthreading 6-1
6.2Startinganapplication 6-3
6.3Helpful hints 6-4
6.4Important pointstoremember 6-5

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7.0 Maintenance and troubleshooting
7.1Cabinets,cover and stand 7-1
7.2Clean the rollers 7-1
7.3Troubleshooting 7-2
Figure7.3.1Troubleshootingguide 7-3
8.0 Recomended spare parts
8.1Spare parts list 8-1
9.0 Illustrated parts
9.1Parts list 9-1
9.2Parts illustrations 9-8

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1.0 Safety
Your safety, as well as the safety of others, is
important to General Binding Corporation. This
sectioncontainsimportantsafetyinformationwhich
must be adhered to while operating, cleaning and
performing basic maintenance in and around the
machine.
CAUTION:DonotattempttooperateyourMercury
Laminatoruntilyoucompletelyreadandunderstand
thisOperationsManual.
1.1 Explanation of symbols
INFORMATION: This symbol is used prior to,
during and/ or after a step. Following this symbol is
importantinformationpertainingtocurrentsubject.
CAUTION:This symbol is used prior to a step. The
information following this symbol is to inform you
of how to avoid harm to you, others around you or
to the equipment.
WARNING: This symbol is usedprior to a step.The
information following this symbol is to inform you
of how to avoid a potentially dangerous situation.
ELECTRICALHAZARD:Thissymbolis usedprior
to a step. The information following this symbol is
to prevent an electrical shock condition that may be
caused by an operators action or machine function.
1.2 General rules of safety
ELECTRICAL HAZARD: Do not operate the
laminatorifpowercord is damaged or frayed. You
can be severely shocked, electrocuted or cause a
fire.
WARNING: Do not operate this laminator if you
arenotphysically,psychologicallyoremotionallyfit.
Do not operate this machine until you have been
trainedandread thismanualinitsentirety.
WARNING: Do not wear ties, loose fitting clothes
ordangling jewelrywhileoperating orservicingthe
laminator. Theseitemscan getcaughtin thenipand
chokeyouoryoucanbecrushedorburned.
WARNING: Never tamper with the safety devices
toincreasethe laminator’s productioncapacity.In
theevent a safety device shouldfail, never attempt
to bypass it for operation. Consult a service
representativeimmediately.

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WARNING: Never use this machine for any other
purposethan its intendeddesignandfunction.
WARNING:Donotmakeanymodificationstothis
laminator. Unauthorized changes will void your
warrantyand maycauseextensiverepairs orcreate
pooroutputquality.
WARNING:Do notattempttorepairorservicethe
laminator. Disconnect the plug from the power
receptacle and contact your local sales/ service
representative.
CAUTION:Onlyuse acceptable materialsthrough
this laminator. Unacceptable materials may cause
damagetotherollersorcausepooroutputquality.
CAUTION:Alwaysobserveallwarninglabelsplaced
at various points on the laminator. If you do not
completely understand a label, contact your local
servicerepresentativeforfurtherexplanation.
CAUTION:Avoidcontactwiththeheatrollerduring
operationorshortlyafterpowerhasbeenremoved
fromthelaminator.
WARNING: Do not place the laminator on an
unstablecart,standor table. An unstable platform
maycause the laminator tofall resulting in serious
bodilyinjury.
CAUTION: When moving the laminator on a cart
or stand, avoid quick stops, excessive force and
unevenfloorsurfaces.
INFORMATION: Always disconnect the power
plugfromthereceptacletowhichitisconnectedand
keepthepowersupply cordinyourpossessionwhen
movingthelaminator.
INFORMATION: Any concerns for safety or
operationshouldbebroughtto theattentionof your
localservicerepresentativeimmediately.

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1.3 Labels
Safety warning labels are placed at various locations on
the laminator. Do not remove any of these labels. They
are placed for your safety as well as the safety of those
working around you.
Below are illustrations of the safety labels and a description
of their meanings.
Hot rollers
– The safety label below means that you could be burned
and your fingers and hands could be trapped and crushed
in the rollers. Jewelry and long hair could be caught in the
rollers and you could be pulled into them.
CUIDADO
!ATTENTION
!CAUTION
!WARNUNG
!
RODILLOS
CALIENTES.
PUNTO DE
PINCHAMIENTO.
Mantener manos y
ropa a distancia.
ROULEAUX
CHAUDS.
POINT DE
PINCEMENT.
Tenir mains et
vetements a l'ecant.
HOT ROLLS.
PINCH POINT.
Keep hands and
clothing away.
HEISSE
ROLLEN
Klemmgefahr
zwischen Rollen
Hande und
Kleidung ferhalten
One label is placed on each side from the front operating
position just in front of the heat rollers nip.
Electrical hazard
– The safety label below means that you could be seriously
hurt or killed if you open the product and expose yourself
to hazardous voltage.
MUCHO
CUIDADO
!
Riesgo de
choque
electrico
No abra
Adentro, no hay
piezas
reparables
para el usuario.
Mantenimiento
solamente para
personal
calificado
MUCHO
CUIDADO
!
Risque de
secousse
electrique.
Ne pas ouvrir.
Pas de pieces
reparables par
l'utilisateur.
Entretien par
personnel
qualifie.
WARNING
!WAARSCHUWING
!ATTENZIONE !WARNUNG !
Electrical shock
hazard.
Do not open.
No user
serviceable
parts inside.
Refer servicing to
qualified service
personnel.
Kans op
elektrische
schok.
Niet openen
Bevatgeen door
gebruik te
repareren
onderdelen.
Door bevoegd
service personeel
laten repareren
Pericolo di
scarica
elettrica.
Nessuna parte
riparabile
dall' utente.
Chiamare un
servizio
di riparazioni
qualificato.
SpannungsfUhrend
e
Teile.
Nicht offnen.
Enthalt keine vom
Enduerbraucher zu
wartende Teile.
Fur service bitte an
qualifiziertes
Service-Personal
wenden.
This label is located on the rear panel in the center of the
laminator just below the film supply shaft between the pull
rollers and decurling bar.
Pinch point
– The safety label below means use extreme caution when
placing your hands in the proximity of the pull rollers nip.
You should never place your fingers or other items in this
area while the machine is running.
This label is located between the pull rollers and the
decurling bar center of the rollers.
Sharp knife
– The safety label below means that you could cut yourself
if you are not careful.
CUIDADO
!ATTENTION
!CAUTION
!WARNUNG
!
NAVAJA FILOSA.
Mantener manos y
dedos a distancia.
LAME COUPANTE.
Tenir mains et
doigts a l'ecant.
SHARP BLADE.
Keep hands and
clothing away.
SCHAREE KLINGE
Hande und finger
ferhalten.
This label is located on the rear panel in the center of the
laminator just above the Electrical hazard safety label and
below the rear slitter.
Refer to Figure 1.3.1 Safety label placement for
illustration.

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Figure 1.3.1 Safety label placement
(1) Between pull rollers and decurling bar
MUCHO
CUIDADO
!
Riesgo de
choque
electrico
No abra
Adentro, no hay
piezas
reparables
para el usuario.
Mantenimiento
solamente para
personal
calificado
MUCHO
CUIDADO
!
Risque de
secousse
electrique.
Ne pas ouvrir.
Pas de pieces
reparables par
l'utilisateur.
Entretien par
personnel
qualifie.
WARNING
!WAARSCHUWING
!ATTENZIONE !WARNUNG !
Electrical shock
hazard.
Do not open.
No user
serviceable
parts inside.
Refer servicing to
qualified service
personnel.
Kans op
elektrische
schok.
Niet openen
Bevatgeen door
gebruik te
repareren
onderdelen.
Door bevoegd
service personeel
laten repareren
Pericolo di
scarica
elettrica.
Nessuna parte
riparabile
dall' utente.
Chiamare un
servizio
di riparazioni
qualificato.
SpannungsfUhrend
e
Teile.
Nicht offnen.
Enthalt keine vom
Enduerbraucher zu
wartende Teile.
Fur service bitte an
qualifiziertes
Service-Personal
wenden.
(1) Center rear panel below film unwind.
CUIDADO
!ATTENTION
!CAUTION
!WARNUNG
!
RODILLOS
CALIENTES.
PUNTO DE
PINCHAMIENTO.
Mantener manos y
ropa a distancia.
ROULEAUX
CHAUDS.
POINT DE
PINCEMENT.
Tenir mains et
vetements a l'ecant.
HOT ROLLS.
PINCH POINT.
Keep hands and
clothing away.
HEISSE
ROLLEN
Klemmgefahr
zwischen Rollen
Hande und
Kleidung ferhalten
(2) One on each side of the laminator
CUIDADO
!ATTENTION
!CAUTION
!WARNUNG
!
NAVAJA FILOSA.
Mantener manos y
dedos a distancia.
LAME COUPANTE.
Tenir mains et
doigts a l'ecant.
SHARP BLADE.
Keep hands and
clothing away.
SCHAREE KLINGE
Hande und finger
ferhalten.

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2.0 Warranty
General Binding Corporation warrants the equipment to
be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of 90days forpartsandlaborfrom the date of
installation. This warranty is the only warranty made by
General Binding Corporation and cannot be modified or
amended.
General Binding Corporation’s sole and exclusive
liability and the customer’s sole and exclusive
remedy under this warranty shall be, at General
BindingCorporation’soption, torepairor replace
anysuchdefectivepart or product. These remedies
areonlyavailable ifGeneralBinding Corporation’s
examination of the product discloses to General
BindingCorporation’ssatisfactionthatsuchdefects
actually exist and were not caused by misuse,
neglect,attemptto repair,unauthorized alteration
ormodification,incorrectlinevoltage,fire,accident,
floodorotherhazard.
EUROPEAN UNION RESIDENTSONLY:
Thisguaranteedoesnoteffect thelegalrightswhich
consumers have under applicable National
Legislationgoverning the sale ofconsumer goods.
2.1 Limited Warranty
This warranty specifically does not cover damage to the
laminating rollers caused by knives, razor blades, other
sharp objects, failure caused by adhesives or improper
use of the machine. Warranty repair or replacement does
not extend the warranty beyond the initial 90 day period
from the date of installation.
CAUTION:Unauthorizedcustomeralterationswill
voidthiswarranty
THE WARRANTY MADE HEREIN IS IN LIEU
OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY
ORMERCHANTABILITYORFITNESSFOR A
PARTICULARPURPOSE.GBCFILMSGROUP
WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR PROPERTY
DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY (UNLESS
PRIMARILYCAUSED BY ITS NEGLIGENCE),
LOSSOFPROFITOROTHERINCIDENTALOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT
OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE
EQUIPMENT.

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2.3 FCC Class A Notice
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A 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. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
CanadaClassA Notice- AvisCanada,Classe A
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-3
Cet appareil numerique de la classe A est conforme a la
norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Modifications:
Any modifications made to this device that are not
approved by General Binding Corporation may void the
authority granted to the user by the FCC and/or by
Industry Canada to operate this equipment.
2.2 Exclusions to the Warranty
This warranty specifically does not cover;
1. Damage to the laminating rolls caused by knives, razor
blades, other sharp objects or failure caused by adhesives.
2. Damage to the machine caused by lifting, tilting and/
or any attempt to position the machine other than rolling
on the installed castors on even surfaces.
3. Improper use of the machine.
4. Damage due from unqualified person(s) servicing the
machine.
Qualified;
•Any engineer that has experience with electrical
and mechanical design of lamination equipment. The
engineer should be fully aware of all aspects of safety
with regards to lamination equipment.
•Any commissioning or service engineer must be
of competent nature, trained and qualified to General
Binding Corporation standards to fulfill that job. This
person will have completed and passed the full service
training course from General Binding Corporation.
•Any General Binding Corporation Technician
and/ or General Binding Corporation Specialist that has
been through the General Binding Corporation service
training course.

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3.0 Specifications
This section provides specific information regarding the
laminator. Any specification not provided must be
requested from GBC.
3.1 Film and sheet size
Film –1 to 3 Mil
Core –2.25 in. (5.7 cm)
Sheet Size –Min. Width 5.5in.(14 cm)
–Max. Width 18 in. (45.7 cm)
–Min. Length 8.5 in. (21.6 cm)
–Max. Length unlimited
3.2 Functions
Speed –Fixed, dependent on film.
Temperature –Fixed
3.3 Weight
Unpacked –396 lbs. (180 kilograms)
ShippingWeight –458 lbs. (208 kilograms)
3.4 Dimensions (W x H x D)
Refer to Figures3.4.1Dimensions.
Machine –34.5 in. x 18.5 in. x 69 in.
–(87.6 cm. x 47 cm. x 175.3 cm)
3.5 Electrical requirements
INFORMATION: Refer to the serial plate located
on the rear of the laminator for specific electrical
ratingsapplicable to theunit.
Voltage –220VAC ~ 60Hz
Current –10A
Power –2200 W

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Figure 3.4.1 Dimensions
34.5 in.
(87.6 cm.)
18.5 in.
(47 cm.)
69 in.
(175.2 cm.)

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4.0 Installation
This section will guide you through the installation process
of the laminator.
INFORMATION: Shipping damage should be
broughttotheimmediateattentionofthedelivering
carrier.
4.1 Placing your laminator
CAUTION:LiftingHazard. TheMercurylaminator
weighs396 lbs. (180kg.)Donotattempt to liftalone.
1.Place the Mercury laminator on a stable flat surface
capable of supporting at least 400 lbs. (181 kgs.).
The surface should be at least 30 inches high to assure
comfortable positioning during operation. The minimum
dimensions are 35 in. (87.6cm.) by 69 in. (175.2cm.).
CAUTION: Too high or too low of an operating
positioncanleadtoseriousbodilyinjuryandorcause
pooroutputquality.
All seven rubber support feet should be positioned
completely on the supporting surface.
CAUTION: The laminator is a heavy piece of
equipment and may cause injury and/ or require
extensiverepairwork if it falls.
The supporting surface may also be large enough to hold
the material being laminated.
2.. The supporting surface should be large enough to
support the feed table and catch table comfortably.
CAUTION: If feed table or catch table hang over
supportingsurface, seriousinjurycan occur.
3.Avoid locating the laminator near sources of heat or
cold. Avoid positioning the laminator in the direct path of
forced heated or cooling air.
INFORMATION: This effects the performance of
the heating system and could result in poor output
quality.
CAUTION:Thestandandlaminatorshouldonlybe
moved across even flat surfaces by two or more
people. Do not turn the laminator on its side or up
sidedowntomove.

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4.2 Setting up your laminator
After placing your Mercury laminator on a stable
supporting surface, the feed table and catch table must
be installed.
CAUTION:Thefront feedtableisheavyandshould
beinstalledby two or more people.
1.Loacate front feed table and inspect for any damages
that may have been caused during shipping. Locate gear
sprocket on feed table.
2.Carefully line up the gear sprocket on the feed table
with the gear sprocket of the laminator. The notches on
the feed table should fit easily onto the laminators table
support bar.
3.At this time the feed table foot pads can be adjusted to
desired height by turning the foot bolts.
4.After the feed table is set to desired position, the feed
belts can be adjusted by loosening thumb screws on each
tension pulley. When the tension pulley is at desired
position, tighten thumb screw.
5.The final step is to connect the feed table link to the
laminator. Locate the male plug coming off of the feed
table and insert it into the female plug of the laminator. To
ensure proper fit, tighten threaded fastener finger tight.
6. To apply the rear catch table, first locate the catch
table support bar located at the rear of the machine. The
catch table hooks directly to the catch table support bar.
7. Connect the attachment plug provided with the
laminator to a suitable grounded outlet only.
Referto Figures 3.5 Electrical requirements
4.3 Know your laminator
Drive Side Rear
Control Side
Front
Heat Rollers
Cabinets
Control Panel
Feed Table Foot Pads
Tension Knob
Film Supply
Heat Roller
Safety Shield
Roller Presure
Handle
Decurling Bar
Knob

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Fuses
On/Off (I/O)
Switch
Power Cord
Rear Guard
Knife
Assembly
Knife
Sensor Catch Table
Support Bar
Knife Home
Indicator
Sensor
Thumb Screw Core Adapter
Supply Shaft
Knife Separator
Safety Shield

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5.0 Operation
This section covers the components of the laminator, the
control panel, feed table, supply shaft, knife assembly film
alignment and tension knobs.
5.1 Components on the laminator
(1)POWERON/OFF(I/O):This is located at the back
of the control side cabinet. When set to the “I”position,
applies power to the laminator. When set to the “O”
position, removes power from the laminator.
Fuses
On/Off
(I/O)
Power Cord
(2)FEED TABLE:The feed table is semiautomatic to
assist operator for an easy feed, and a perfect overlap.
INFORMATION: Thefeedtablewillonlyallowone
sheettoenterthemachineatatime. Thefeedtable
will only work if the table link is connected to the
laminator,and isproperlyinstalled.
(3) TABLE SIDE GUIDES: The side guides are
adjustable to ensure accurate feeding. The Mercury is left
justified All settings should be set from left to right.
CAUTION: The feed guide should be set outside
thewidthof the film.Thefilmshouldbecompletely
inside the sheet being fed.
(4) FEEDTABLE FOOTPADS:The adjustable foot
pads are located in the front of the feed table. By adjusting
the foot bolts, you can raise or lower the table.
(5)TABLE/LAMINATORLINK:The table/laminator
link is located on the front control side of the laminator.
In order to operate the table, the link must be properly
installed.
Table/Laminator Link
(6) HEAT ROLLER SAFETY SHIELD: Prevents
entanglement, entrapment and inadvertent contact with
the heat rollers.
INFORMATION: The laminator will operate only
when the safety shield is located in the fully down
position. Power to the motor is removed when the
safety shield is in the raised position.
To raise the main roller safety shield, simply lift. Once the
safety latch has been retracted, power to the motor is
removed.

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To close the safety shield, lower shield until it is in it’s
neutral position. The motor will revert to its condition prior
to the safety shield being raised.
(7) HEAT ROLLER SAFETY SHIELD LATCH:
Used to ensure that safety shield is in proper position.
The safety interlock latch is located on the drive side from
the front operating position
Safety Latch
8)HEATROLLER:Teflon coated steel tube. Used to
heat the laminating film and compress the film to the items
being laminated. Heat is provided by an internal infrared
element.
WARNING: Avoid contact with the heat roller.
Directcontactwith the heat rollercanburnyou.
(9) PULL ROLLERS:The bottom pull roller, located
in the middle of the laminator, is motor driven. When
Rollers are in the down position, they simultaneously pull
the film and improve the quality of the laminated item.
(10)IDLERBAR:The idler bar, located near the supply
roll, is used to direct the film to the heat rollers.
(11)DECURLING BAR:The decurling bar is located
in the middle of the machine, just past the main rolls. The
decurling bar can be adjusted with the decurling bar
adjustment knob to ensure a flat output.
(12)KNIFEASSEMBLY: The knife assembly is located
in the back of the machine. The knife automatically cuts
and separates images as they are run through the machine.
(13) KNIFE SEPARATOR SAFETY SHIELD:
Prevents entanglement, entrapment and inadvertent
contact with the separator knife.
To raise the knife separator safety shield, gently lift. Once
the safety latch has been retracted, power to the motor is
removed.
To close the safety shield, gently lower shield until it is in
it’s neutral position. The motor will revert to its condition
prior to the safety shield being raised.
INFORMATION:The laminator willoperateonly
when the knife separator shield is in it’s neutral
position and the safety interlock latch is properly
engaged. Power to the motor is removed when the
safety shield is in the raised position.
(14) KNIFE SEPARATOR SAFETY SHIELD
LATCH: Used to ensure that safety shield is in proper
position. The safety interlock latch is located on the drive
side from the front operating position
(15)SUPPLYSHAFT:The supply shaft holds the film
supply and the core adapters hold the rolls of film on the
filmshaft.

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(16)COREADAPTERS:The film shaft holds the supply
roll while the core adapters hold the rolls of film on the
shaft.
Thumb Screw Core Adapter
Supply Shaft
(17)FILMTENSIONKNOB:Allows the operator to
increase or decrease film web tension as necessary to
reduce curl and wrinkles. Refer to Section 4.6 Adjusting
film tension for more information on tension.
Decurling Bar
Adjustment Knob
Roller Pressure
Handle
Film Tension
Knob
Emergency Stop
Switch
(18) PRESSURE HANDLE: Located on the control
side cabinet. Used to adjust the amount of roller pressure
needed for various laminating applications.
CAUTION:Never force the pressurehandledown.
Ifthehandledoesnotmove smoothly, contact your
local service representative.
(19)EMERGENCY STOPS: The emergency stops
are located on top of the laminator. The can be located
by the yellow hazard stickers and should be used to stop
the machine in the event of an emergency.
(20)GUIDE WHEELS: There are two guide wheels
in front of the main rollers that assist in feeding of the
images. There are three guide rollers located at the rear
of the machine that assist in the exiting of finished images.
(21)NIP POINT:The point at which two rollers come
into contact. The nip point of the heat rollers is the place
at which the items for lamination are introduced into the
laminator.
CAUTION:Onlyfeedacceptablematerialsthrough
the nip of the rollers. Unacceptable materials may
cause damage to the rollers.
(22) FILM WEB: Laminating film loaded into the
machine
(23)CONTROLPANEL:The control panel is located
on the top, control side of the machine. It allows you to
select from three deferent job options.

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5.2 Control panel
RefertoFigure5.2.1 Control panel
(1)POWER:Indicates when the laminator has power
supplied to the laminator.
(2)READY:Indicates when the laminator has sufficient
heat for the selected film gauge. Flashes when the
temperature is close to the set point or overshoots the set
point.
(3)OPP:When pressed automatically sets the speed when
running polypropylene film
(4)PET:When pressed automatically sets the speed when
running polyester film.
(5)NYLON:When pressed automatically sets the speed
when running nylon film.
(6) RUN: When pressed, activates rollers for normal
operation.
(7)LOADING:Allows the operator to run product into
heat rolls for the purpose of threading the unit
(8)STOP: When pressed, stops the rotation of the rollers.
(9)REV:When pressed and held, reverses roller direction
to clear film jams and wrap-ups.
Figure 5.2.1 Control panel
MERCURY
MOTOR CONTROL
FILM TYPE
RUN
LOADING
STOP
REV.NYLON
PET
OPP
READY
POWER