Ledco XL-44 User manual

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Ledco XL-44
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Pouch Laminator

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Setup
Instruction
Operation
Maintenance
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Manua
December 2000
44” POUCH
LAMINATOR

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page No.
1.0 INTRODUCTION 2
1.1 Features and benefits 3
1.3 Specifications 4
1.4 Princip es of operation 5
1.5 Warranty 6
2.0 UNPACKING AND INVENTORY 8
3.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 10
4.0 SETUP & OPERATION 12
4.1 Warm up to operating temperature
4.2 Durafi m Pouch Laminating 12
4.3 Durafi m Mounting & Laminating 13
4.4 Durafi m Mounting 14
5.0 MAINTENANCE 15
5.1 Month y Service Schedu e 15
5.1.2 Rubber Ro C eaning 15

1.0 INTRODUCTION
The 44” Pouch Laminator, when used in conjunction with Graphic Durafi m
mounting boards and pouches is designed to provide a qua ity amination
using a wide range of papers and materia s. Common app ications inc ude
but are not imited to: maps, digita imaging, packaging, posters, menus,
instructiona aids, signs, presentation materia s, photographs, copies
(B&W or co or), prints, f yers, promotiona sheets, and many other items.
To assure the best performance from your new aminator, p ease fo ow
the safety, insta ation, operation, and maintenance instructions in this
manua . Read the manua before using the aminator. Keep the manua with
the machine and periodica y review the instructions. This manua a so
contains the warranty. Additiona copies are avai ab e from the
manufacturer.
We take this opportunity to thank you for se ecting a LEDCO Pouch
aminator and to assure you of our commitment to your satisfaction with
our products.
As you unpack your new aminator, p ease comp ete the fo owing
information. A ways have this information ready when ca ing.
Dea er Where Purchased_____________________________________________
Insta ationDate______________________________Seria #__________________
GWJ Company
2117 Weeping Wi ow Lane
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Phone: [phone] or 800-336-1138 (US on y)
Fax: [phone]

1.1 FEATURES & BENEFITS
Your new pouch aminator has severa standard features that set it apart
from other mode s
•Variab e Heat Contro The heat may be adjusted by the turn of a
knob from 200 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
•Rubber Ro Adjustment from 0 to 1 ½” The ro height adjustment
graduations are 0, 1/16, 1/8, 3/16, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 1, 1 1/4, 1 1/2.

1.3 SPECIFICATIONS
US Europe
Maximum laminating width 44" 1117mm
Speed 1 FPM .3 MPM
Maximum laminating thickne up to 1 ½” up to 38mm
Dimen ion 66L 16H 19W 1677mm L
406mm H
483mm W
Shipping Dimen ion 72L 24H 26W 1829mm L
609mm H
660mm W
Weight/Shipping weight 130/200 Lb . 59/91 Kg
Power Supply Requirement
110-125V Model 110V
15 amp 50/60Hz
208-240V Model 220V 220V
ingle pha e ingle pha e
15amp 50/60Hz 15amp 50/60Hz
Supply connector 125V Con ult Dealer
NEMA 5-15R
250V
NEMA L6-20R

1.4 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
Durafi m Pouch Laminating Two sheets of fi m are put together with
therma adhesive facing each other and sea ed at one edge forming a
pouch. An item to be aminated is p aced between these two sheets of
fi m. The pouch with the item to be aminated is p aced on a s ed and s id
into the pouch aminator. The pouch aminator has one set of ro s. The
bottom ro is co d and driven. The top ro is heated and id es. When the
s ed with pouch intact is s id into the aminator, the top and bottom rubber
ro s come in contact. The bottom ro pu s the s ed through and the top
ro heats the pouch and activates the therma adhesive. The fi m’s
adhesive is pressed into the ink and fibers on the surface of the item being
aminated.
Durafi m Mounting & Laminating One sheet of aminating fi m is
sea ed to the ead edge of a mounting board. The therma adhesive on the
board and the therma adhesive on the fi m, face each other. An item to be
mounted and aminated is p aced between the fi m and the board. When
the board is s id into the aminator, the top and bottom rubber ro s come in
contact with the mounting board. The bottom ro pu s the board through
and the top ro heats the fi m. The fi m’s adhesive and the board’s
adhesive are pressed into the ink and fibers on the surface of the item
being mounted.
Durafi m Mounting – On y The mounting board has a therma adhesive
on one side. An item to be mounted is p aced on the therma adhesive side
of the mounting board. A re ease iner sheet with si icon coating on one
side is p aced over the surface of the item and covering the entire board
(with the si icon surface facing item and board to prevent adhesive from
the mounting board transferring to the top heated aminating ro ). When
the board is s id into the aminator, the top and bottom rubber ro s come in
contact with the mounting board. The bottom ro pu s the board through
and the top ro heats the item to be mounted and the mounting board. The

board’s adhesive activates and is pressed into the ink and fibers of the
item being mounted.
This pouch aminator is guaranteed against defects in materia and
workmanship for a period of two years after date of shipment. Defective
parts wi be rep aced without cost within the warranty period, provided
the aminator has not been abused, a tered, or operated contrary to
instructions. Ledco, Inc. sha not be iab e for any a terations or repairs
except those made with its written consent.
This ob igation under warranty sha not extend to the fo owing:
•The adjustment or rep acement of parts which are the norma
responsibi ity of the owner. For examp e, rubber ro s, scratched or
chipped paint, oose fasteners (screws, nuts, etc.), or other items that
show wear under norma use; i.e. "norma wear parts".
•Norma operating adjustments to heat, thickness, etc.
•Parts that are not manufactured by Ledco, Inc. If the individua
manufacturer warrants these items, their warranty is, in turn, passed
on to the origina purchaser of the aminator. Ledco, Inc. does not incur
any ob igation or iabi ity as a resu t of the warranties, which are the
so e responsibi ity of the appropriate individua manufacturer.
Any pouch aminator that proves defective during the warranty period may
be returned to Ledco, Inc. un ess it is decided that the necessary repairs
can be made during a service ca . Notice of the defect shou d be
submitted in writing or by phone to Ledco before any steps are taken to
repair or return the machine. Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
If the machine is returned, the fo owing shou d accompany it.
DURAFILM is a trademark of Graphic Laminating. DURAFILM
MOUNTING BOARDS are constructed of 3/16” foam board with a heat-
activated adhesive on the aminating side of the board. The aminating
fi m on the Mounting /Laminating pouch is avai ab e in G oss, Satin,
Matte, and Crysta . For guaranteed best resu ts fo owing our mounting
instructions, we recommend using on y DURAFILM MOUNTING
BOARDS, DURAFILM MOUNTING & LAMINATING POUCHES,
DURAFILM POUCHES and SLEDS. Heat sea irons and g ue sticks are
a so avai ab e at www. edco aminator.com.

•Customer name, address, and phone number
•Written particu ars regarding the ma function
•Date of insta ation
•Seria number of the machine.
•RA number on outside of box
Send a returned equipment freight PREPAID to:
Ledco, Inc., 4265 North Main Street, Hem ock, NY 14466
If your machine needs servicing after the warranty has expired, p ease
contact your dea er. Ledco, Inc. does offer technica support if your dea er
is unab e to assist.
This warranty is express y in ieu of a other warranties expressed or
imp ied. This inc udes the warranties of Merchantabi ity and Fitness For
Use and of a other ob igation or iabi ities of Ledco, Inc. Ledco neither
assumes nor authorizes any other person to assume it for any other
ob igation or iabi ity in connection with the sa e of this aminator except as
provided for above.
Further, this warranty wi not app y to any machine or part thereof which
has been damaged as resu t of an accident or as a resu t of abuse,
misuse, or neg ect of the machine. The warranty is a so void if the pouch
aminator has been a tered or repaired by any other than an authorized
repair faci ity or dea er. If you have any questions about this warranty,
contact Ledco.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Emai : www. edco@ edcoinc.com
RETURNS MUST HAVE A RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER
ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE SHIPPING CONTAINER.

2.0 UNPACKING AND INVENTORY
The aminator arrives fu y assemb ed. Upon arriva , inspect the unit
immediate y and thorough y using the packing ist that accompanies the
shipment. P ease fo ow these steps to correct any prob em with your
shipment. Ledco, Inc. cannot accept any responsibi ity for damage or oss
un ess you notify us within ten days of receipt of shipment and fo ow
these procedures:
BREAKAGE OR DAMAGE: It is imperative that any shipping damage is
reported and a c aim is fi ed with the de ivering carrier immediate y upon
receipt of damaged shipment. The procedure for reporting damage
depends on the method of shipment. P ease note damage on bi of ading.
FREIGHT, EXPRESS, or TRUCK DELIVERY: According to the contract
terms and conditions of the carrier, the responsibi ity of the shipper ends
at the time and p ace of shipment. The carrier then assumes fu
responsibi ity for the shipment.
1. Notify Ledco IMMEDIATELY.
2. Ho d damaged goods with container and packing for inspection by
the examining agent. Ledco wi arrange the inspection.
3. DO NOT RETURN ANY GOODS TO LEDCO PRIOR TO
AUTHORIZATION BY LEDCO.