ibico Patriot 12HR User manual

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Page I© 2002 IBICO
OperationsManual Patriot 12HR, 25HC, 38HC
Table of contents
1.0 Safety
1.1Explanation of symbols 1-1
1.2 General Rules of safety 1-1
1.3 Labels 1-3
Figure1.3.1Safetylabel placement 1-4
2.0 Warranty
2.1Limitedwarranty 2.1
2.2Exclusions to the warranty 2-1
3.0 Specifications
3.1Film capacity 3-1
3.2Film core 3-1
3.3Operatingspeed 3-1
3.4Weight 3-1
3.5Dimensions 3.1
Figure3.5.1 Patriot 12HR 3-2
Figure3.5.1 Patriot 25HC 3-2
Figure3.5.1 Patriot 38HC 3-3
3.6Electrical requirements 3-2
4.0 Installation
4.1Setting up thelaminator 4-1
4.2Knowyourlaminator 4-2
5.0 Operations
5.1Components onthelaminator 5-1
5.2Control panel 5-4
Figure5.2.1 Controlpanel 5-5
5.3 Feed table 5-6
5.4Supply shaft 5-6
5.5Filmalignment 5-7
5.6 Tension knobs 5-7
6.0 Applications
6.1Filmloadingandthreading 6-1
6.2Startinganapplication 6-4
6.3Speedandtemperatureguide 6-5
Figure6.3.1 Chart for degrees Fahrenheit 6-6
Figure6.3.2 Chart for degrees Celsius 6-6
6.4Webdiagrams 6-7
6.5Helpful hints 6-8
6.6Importantpointsto remember 6-9

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7.0 Maintenance and troubleshooting
7.1Cabinets,coverand stand 7-1
7.2Clean the rollers 7-1
7.3Troubleshooting 7-2
Figure7.3.1Troubleshootingguide 7-3
8.0 Recommended spares
8.1Spare parts list 8-1
9.0 Illustrated parts
9.1Parts list 9-1
9.2Patriot 12HR Illustrations
P12HR-001Frameassembly 9-6
P12HR-002Bridgeassembly 9-7
P12HR-003Controlsideassembly 9-8
P12HR-004 Drive side assembly 9-9
P12HR-005 Rollers and heater assembly 9-10
P12HR-006 Drive assembly 9-11
P12HR-007Table,shieldandupperunwind 9-12
P12HR-008Lowerunwindandreartable 9-13
P12HR-009Cabinetsandpanelassembly 9-14
706111121 Rear slitter assembly 9-15
9.3Patriot 25HCIllustrations
P25HC-001Frame assembly 9-16
P25HC-002Bridgeassembly 9-17
P25HC-003Controlsideassembly 9-18
P25HC-004 Drive side assembly 9-19
P25HC-005Rollersand heater assembly 9-20
P25HC-006Driveassembly 9-21
P25HC-007Table,shieldandupper unwind 9-22
P25HC-008Lowerunwindandreartable 9-23
P25HC-009Cabinetsandpanelassembly 9-24
P25HC-010Rewinderassemblyassembly 9-25
706111121 Rear slitter assembly 9-26
9.4Patriot 38HCIllustrations
P38HC-001Frame assembly 9-27
P38HC-002Bridgeassembly 9-28
P38HC-003Controlsideassembly 9-29
P38HC-004 Drive side assembly 9-30
P38HC-005Rollersand heater assembly 9-31
P38HC-006Driveassembly 9-32
P38HC-007Table,shieldandupper unwind 9-33
P38HC-008Lowerunwindandreartable 9-34
P38HC-009Cabinetsandpanelassembly 9-35
P38HC-010Rewinderassemblyassembly 9-36
706111121 Rear slitter assembly 9-37

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1.0 Safety
CAUTION:Do not attempttooperateyourPatriot
12HR,25HC,38HCLaminatoruntilyoucompletely
readand understandthisOperationsManual.
Your safety, as well as the safety of others, is important to
Ibico. This section contains important safety information
which must be adhered to while operating, cleaning and
performing basic maintenance in and around the machine.
1.1 Explanation of symbols
INFORMATION: [This symbol is used prior to,
during and/ or after a step. Following this symbol is
important information pertaining to current
subject.]
CAUTION:[This symbolisusedpriorto 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 used prior to a step.
The information following this symbol is to inform
you of how to avoid a dangerous situation.]
ELECTRICALHAZARD:[Thissymbolisusedprior
to a step. The information following this symbol is
to prevent an electrical shock condition that may be
causedbyanoperators action or machine function.]
1.2 General rules of safety
ELECTRICAL HAZARD: Do not operate the
laminatorifpowercordis 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
trainedand read thismanual in it’sentirety.
WARNING: Do not wear ties, loose fitting clothes
ordanglingjewelrywhile operatingorservicing the
laminator.Theseitems cangetcaughtinthenipand
chokeyouoryoucanbecrushedorburned.
WARNING: Never tamper with the safety devices
toincreasethe laminator’sproductioncapacity.In
theevent a safety device should fail, never attempt
to bypass it for operation. Consult a service
representative immediately.

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WARNING: Never use this machine for any other
purposethan itsintendeddesignand function.
WARNING:Donotmakeanymodificationstothis
laminator. Unauthorized changes will void your
warrantyandmaycauseextensiverepairsorcreate
pooroutputquality.
WARNING:Do not attempttorepairorservicethe
laminator. Disconnect the plug from the power
receptacle and contact your local sales/ service
representative.
CAUTION:Only use acceptablematerialsthrough
this laminator. Unacceptable materials may cause
damagetotherollers or causepooroutputquality.
CAUTION:Exerciseextremecautionwhenworking
aroundorreplacingthefilmcutterblade.Thisblade
issharpand cut you.
CAUTION:Alwaysobserveallwarninglabelsplaced
at various points on the laminator. If you do not
completely understand a label, contact your local
servicerepresentativeforfurther explanation.
CAUTION:Avoidcontactwiththeheatrollersduring
operationorshortlyafterpowerhasbeenremoved
fromthelaminator.
CAUTION: Do not place the laminator on an
unstablecart,standortable. An unstable platform
maycause the laminator to fallresulting 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
keepthepowersupplycordinyourpossessionwhen
movingthelaminator.
INFORMATION: Any concerns for safety or
operationshouldbebrought totheattentionofyour
localservicerepresentative immediately.

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Page 1-3
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. Regardless of the model, the safety labels
and positions are identical. The Patriot 38HC is used for
illustration purposes only.
Hot rollers
– The safety label below means that you could be burned
and your fingers and hands could be trapped and crushed
in the heat 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 rear slitter.
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.
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.
Use caution in proximity of
pull rollers.
This label is located between the pull rollers and the rear
slitter guide center of the rollers.
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 slitter
g
uide
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
Klemmgef ahr
zwischen Rollen
Hande und
Kleidung ferhalten
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.
Chiam are 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.
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.
Use caution in proximity of
pull rollers.
(2) One on each side of the laminator
(1 ea.) Center rear panel below pull rollers

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2.0 Warranty
IBICO warrants the equipment to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of 90daysfor
partsandlaborfrom the date of installation. This warranty
is the only warranty made by IBICO and cannot be
modified or amended.
IBICO’s sole and exclusive liability and the
customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this
warranty shall be, at IBICO’s option, to repair or
replace any such defective part or product. These
remediesareonlyavailableifIBICO’sexamination
ofthe productdisclosestoIBICO’s satisfactionthat
such defects actually exist and were not caused by
misuse, neglect, attempt to repair, unauthorized
alterationormodification,incorrectlinevoltage,fire,
accident,floodorotherhazard.
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
ORMERCHANTABILITYOR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULARPURPOSE.GBCFILMSGROUP
WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR PROPERTY
DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY (UNLESS
PRIMARILYCAUSEDBY ITS NEGLIGENCE),
LOSSOFPROFITOROTHERINCIDENTALOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT
OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE
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 IBICO
standards to fulfill that job. This person will have
completed and passed the full service training course from
IBICO.
•Any IBICO Technician and/ or IBICO
Specialist that has been through the IBICO 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 Ibico.
3.1 Film capacity
12HR, 25HC & 38HC - 1.5, 3, 5 & 10 mil
3.2 Film core
12HR, 25HC & 38HC - 1 inch (2.54 cm)
2-1/4 inch (5.72 cm)
3.3 Operating speed
12HR -1.0 - 5.0 fpm (30.5 cm - 1.5 m)
25HC - 1.5 - 5.0 fpm (45.7 cm - 1.5 m)
38HC - 1.5 - 5.0 fpm (45.7 cm - 1.5 m)
3.4 Weight
12HR - Unpacked - 55 pounds (25 kg)
Packed - 60 pounds (27 kg)
25HC - Unpacked - 84 pounds (38 kg)
Packed - 91 pounds (41 kg)
38HC - Unpacked - 154 pounds (70 kg)
Packed - 164 pounds (74 kg)
3.5 Dimensions (L x W x H)
Refer to Figures3.5.1, 3.5.2and 3.5.3for illustrations.
12HR - 21 x 24 x 12 inches
(53 x 61 x 30 cm )
25HC - 21 x 35 x 12 inches
(53 x 89 x 30 cm )
38HC - 21 x 51 x 17 inches (w/ stand 48 in.)
(53 x 130 x 43 cm ) (w/ stand 122 cm)
3.6 Electrical requirements
INFORMATION: Refer to the serial plate located
on the rear of the laminator for specific electrical
ratingsapplicable totheunit.
12HR
Voltage - 120V ~ 60Hz (230V ~ 50Hz)
Current -15 A (5.7 A)
Power -1080 W (1400 W)
25HC
Voltage -120V ~ 60Hz (230V ~ 50Hz)
Current -15 A (7.8 A)
Power -1150 W (1800 W)
38HC
Voltage -120V ~ 60Hz (230V ~ 50Hz)
Current -15 A (10 A)
Power -2310 W (2300 W)

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Figure 3.5.1 Patriot 12HR
Figure 3.5.2 Patriot 25HC
24 in.
(61 cm)
12 in.
(31 cm)
21 in.
(53 cm)
35 in.
(89 cm)
12 in.
(31 cm)
21 in.
(53 cm)

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Figure 3.5.3 Patriot 38HC
21 in.
(53 cm)
17 in.
(43 cm)
51 in.
(130 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 Setting up the laminator
1.Place the Patriot 12HR or 25HC laminator on a stable
flat surface capable of supporting at least 95 lbs. (45kgs).
The Patriot 38HC comes with its own stand. Reference
the stand assembly sheet provided in the utility bag that is
shipped with the laminator. However, should you wish to
place it on a table, the laminator is equipped with rubber
feet. The table should be capable of supporting up to 170
lbs. (78 kg).
The surface should be at least 30 inches high to assure
comfortable positioning during operation.
CAUTION: Too high or too low of an operating
positioncanleadtoseriousbodilyinjuryandorcause
pooroutputquality.
All four 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.ifit falls.
The supporting surface may also be large enough to hold
the material being laminated.
2.The laminator should be positioned to allow exiting
film to drop freely to the floor.
CAUTION:Accumulationoflaminateimmediately
behindthelaminatorasitexits the equipment may
cause the film to wrap around the pull rollers,
resultingina“jammed”condition.
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.
4. Connect the attachment plug provided with the
laminator to a suitably grounded outlet only.
Referto Section 3.6 Electrical Requirements
CAUTION:Avoidconnectingotherequipmenttothe
same branch circuit to which the laminator is
connected, this may result in nuisance tripping of
circuitbreakers or blowing fuses.

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4.2 Know your laminator
This section will assist you in understanding what and
where items are when referred to in the manual. For
illustration purpose only, the Patriot 12HR is used.
Components are identical on the Patriot 25HC and 38HC
with the exception of the take-up assembly which is
standard on the Patriot 38HC and optional on the Patriot
12HR and 25HC.
Control
side
Front
Rear
Drive
side
Control panel
Feed table
Tension knobs
Cabinets
Feed guide
Table interlock latch
Film web
Upper Film supply
Lower Film supply
Heat rollers
Safety shield
Idler
Core adapter
Pull rollers
(rear)
Rear slitter
On/ Off
Power cord
Circuit breaker
Serial plate
Fan On/ Off
Roller pressure handle
Core adapters
Thumb screws
Suppl
y
shaft
Take-up assembly
Rewind tube

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5.0 Operation
This section covers the components of the laminator, the
control panel, feed table, supply shaft, film alignment and
tension knobs.
5.1 Components on the laminator
Referto Section 2.1 Know your laminator
(1) POWER ON/ OFF: 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.
(2) CIRCUIT BREAKER: Electrical safety device,
located under the drive side cabinet cover, can be reset
by the operator if tripped.
CAUTION:Ifthecircuitbreakertripsasecondtime
afterbeingreset,contactyourservicerepresentative
for assistance.
(1) Power On/ Off
(2) Circuit breaker
(3) Fan On/ Off
(3) FAN ON/ OFF: This is located at the back of the
control side cabinet. When set to the “I”position, applies
power to the fan motor. When set to the “O”position,
removes power from the fan motor.
(4) 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.
(5) FEED TABLE: The feed table is used to position
items for lamination.
INFORMATION: The laminator will operate only
when the feed table is installed and the table
interlocklatch is properly engaged.
(6)TABLEINTERLOCKLATCH:Used to lock the
feed table into position and activate an interlock switch.
This interlock latch is located on the underside of the feed
table on the drive side from the front operating position.
The table can not be removed without retracting the latch
(7)FEEDGUIDE:The feed guide permits alignment of
the item(s) to be laminated and is used to keep longer
items straight.
The feed guide may also be used to feed smaller items
side by side by positioning the guide towards the center
of the feed table and placing the smaller items against each
side of the feed guide as they are introduced to the nip
point of the heat rollers.
To position the adjustable guide, loosen the knob on the
top of the guide, slide it to the desired position and tighten
the knob to secure in place.

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(8) HEAT ROLLERS: Silicone rubber coated steel
tubes. Used to heat the laminating film and compress the
film to the items being laminated. Heat is provided by an
internal infrared element. The heat rollers are motor driven
for ease of loading new film.
WARNING: Avoid contact with the heat rollers.
Directcontact with the heat rollers can burnyou.
(9)PULLROLLERS:The pull rollers, located at the
back of the laminator, are motor driven. They
simultaneously pull the film and improve the quality of the
laminated item.
(10) IDLER BAR: The idler bars, located near each
supply roll, are used to direct the film to the heat rollers.
The bottom idler is movable to ease film loading.
(11)SUPPLYSHAFT:The supply shaft holds the film
supply and the core adapters hold the rolls of film on the
filmshaft.
(12)COREADAPTERS:The film shaft holds the supply
roll while the core adapters hold the rolls of film on the
shaft.
Core adapters
Locking collars
(13)FILMWEB:Laminating film loaded into the machine
Film web
(14)REARSLITTER: Used to cut the film web where
it exits the rear of the laminator. To make a cut, press and
hold down the blade lever and slide across the rear of the
laminator.
WARNING: Never reach over the laminator to
operatethefilmcutter.Reachingovercanmakeyou
unstableand may cause seriousbodilyinjury.

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CAUTION:Exerciseextremecautionwhenworking
aroundorreplacingthefilmcutterblade.Thisblade
issharpandcancutyou.
(15) PRESSURE HANDLE: Located on the control
side cabinet. Used to adjust the amount of roller pressure
needed for various laminating and mounting applications.
Laminating –adhere multiple layers.
Mounting –bond to substrates
Heavy Gauge –laminating films thicker than 1.5
mil (38 mic)
CAUTION:Never force thepressurehandledown.
Ifthehandledoesnotmovesmoothly, contact your
local service representative.
(16)NIPPOINT:The point at which the top and bottom
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.
Nip point
(17)FILMTENSIONKNOBS: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.
(18)TAKEUPASSEMBLY:Rewinds the release liner
of the pressure sensitive films, mounting films and used
for foil.
INFORMATION: The Take Up Assembly comes
standardonthePatriot38HCandisoptionalforthe
Patriot12HR and 25HC.

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5.2 Control panel
RefertoFigure4.2.1Control panel
(1)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.
(2)SPEED: Indicates the speed of the motor.
(3) TEMPERATURE: indicates the programmed
temperature setting in either degrees Fahrenheit or degrees
Celsius.
(4) PRESETS: When 1.5, 3, 5 or 10 is pressed, the
speed and temperature are automatically set for NAP
LAM II film and 20 lb. paper stock (copier paper). Refer
to the speed and temperature guide in Section 4.6 for
manual and preset conditions.
(5) COLD: Turns power to the heaters off for cold
lamination.
INFORMATION: The heat rollers must be cool to
the touch before you can begin running cold films.
Time of cool down will vary depending on the
temperatureusedpriortopressingtheCOLDbutton.
(6) C/F: Allows the operator to control the unit of
measurement displayed. The display will toggle between
Fahrenheit and Celsius.
(7) TEMP :When pressed, allows the operator to
increase the temperature, overriding the preset condition.
(8) TEMP :When pressed, llows the operator to
decrease the temperature, overriding the preset condition.
(9) SPEED :When pressed, llows the operator to
increase the speed of the laminator, overriding the preset
condition.
(10)SPEED :When pressed, allows the operator to
decrease the speed of the laminator, overriding the preset
condition.
(11) MEASURE: When pressed, permits the operator
to read the current temperature of the rollers.
(12)REVERSE:When pressed, reverses roller direction
to clear film jams and wrap-ups.
(13)RUN:When pressed, activates rollers for normal
operation.
(14) STOP: When pressed, stops the rotation of the
rollers.
Take Up Assembly controls
(15) : is the start position of the take up assembly
controls.
(16) : is the stop position of the take up assembly
controls.