Office Zone MightyLam 2700 User manual
Safety Messages and Electrical Safeguards ..............................1-2
Introduction .................................................................................2-3
Laminator Features .................................................................3
Specifications ...................................................................................3
Intial Set-up ..................................................................................4-5
Unpacking ...............................................................................4
Components .........................................................................4-5
Operation ......................................................................................5-8
Loading Laminating Film .......................................................5
Threading Laminating Film ..................................................6-7
Adjusting Mandrel/Film Tension.............................................7
Heat Shoe Temperature ...........................................................8
Adjusting Slitter Blades ...............................................................8-9
Laminating ..................................................................................9-11
Coating Mount Board.............................................................10
Mounting & Laminating.........................................................11
Troubleshooting ........................................................................12-13
Maintenance ..............................................................................13-14
Cleaning Heat Shoes & Rollers .......................................13-14
Removing Wrap-Arounds......................................................14
Warranty & Return Policy ...........................................................14
Parts List ....................................................................................15-17
Parts Illustrations ......................................................................18-21
Exploded View .......................................................................18
Side Panels ........................................................................19-20
Wiring Diagram.......................................................................21
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IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES AND
ELECTRICAL SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, do not connect the laminator to electrical power or attempt to operate it
until you read these instructions completely. Keep these instructions in a convenient loca-
tion for future reference. This instruction manual and labels affixed to the laminator are
important safety messages. Read these messages carefully.
For your safety...
Save these Operating Instructions for later use.
Keep hands, long hair, clothing, and other loose articles such as jewelry and ties,
away from laminator’s moving parts.
Do not touch the heat shoes while the laminator power is turned on. Allow shoes
to cool completely before touching.
Do not use the laminator for other than its intended purpose.
Place laminator on a sturdy cart, stand, or table. A laminator placed on an un-
stable surface may fall, causing serious bodily injury. Move laminator with cau-
tion. Quick stops, excessive force, or uneven floor surfaces may cause the
laminator and cart to overturn.
Never insert objects or spill liquids in or on the laminator. They may contact
dangerous voltage points or short out components that could result in fire or
electrical shock.
The laminator should only be operated from the type of power source indicated
in these Operating Instructions and on the data plate located on the rear panel of
the laminator.
The three-pronged grounding plug is a safety feature and will only fit into a
grounding-type power outlet. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet
contact a qualified electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.
Do not leave the laminator power on overnight. Unplug the laminator at the end
of the day.
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Unplug the laminator before moving it or when it is not in use for an extended
period of time as a precaution against the possibility of an internal malfunction
that could create a fire hazard.
Do not operate the laminator with a damaged power supply cord or plug, or after
it malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
Keep the power cord away from hot or wet surfaces.
Do not overload electrical outlets beyond their capacity as this can result in fire
or electrical shock. This unit is rated at 15 amps and should be the only item
plugged into a 15 amp branch circuit. When connected to a 20 amp branch
circuit any items in addition to the ML27 must not exceed 4 amps.
Adjust only those controls that are specified in these Operating Instructions.
Do not attempt to service or repair the laminator yourself. Unplug the laminator
from the electrical outlet and contact an authorized service representative under
any of the following conditions:
• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled into the laminator or it has been exposed to water.
• If the laminator has been subjected to excessive jarring through being
dropped or bumped.
• If the laminator does not operate normally when following the operating in-
structions.
• KEEP THE LAMINATOR OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the ML27 Roll Laminator. This unit is designed
to provide years of trouble-free service.
The ML27 will accept rolls of laminating film up to 27” wide in all film thicknesses.
Paper and card stock up to 1/16” (1.6mm) thick may be laminated
without adjusting the rollers.
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Your ML27 is preset at the factory for most applications so any adjustments should be mi-
nor. A LCD readout provides continual indication of the Heat Shoe temperature which may
be adjusted as needed.
Laminator Standard Features...
Preset laminating roller pressure and speed require no adjustment.
Feed table with adjustable guide.
LCD readout for ease in monitoring temperature.
Teflon® coated Heat Shoes for easy cleaning.
Laminating film widths up to 27” (68.6cm).
Total material thickness up to 3/16” (4.8mm) with roller adjustment.
SPECIFICATIONS
Plastic Width 27” (68.6cm)
Plastic Thickness 1.5 mil up to 10mil (37 to 250 micron)
Maximum Roll Length 1.5 mil - 1,000 feet (304.8 meters)
3 mil - 500 feet (152.4 meters)
5 mil - 250 feet (76.2 meters)
10 mil - 100 feet (30.5 meters)
Speed 0-10 feet per minute (3m/minute)
Net weight 97.5lbs (44kg)
Power Requirements 120VAC, 60Hz, 1800 watts
220VAC available
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INITIAL SETUP
Unpacking...
Before unpacking the unit, inspect the shipping container for signs of damage. Notify
the carrier and your dealer immediately if any damage is noted.
CAUTION! The laminator, weighs approximately 98lbs.
Use two people when removing the laminator from the
shipping container.
Components...
Figure 1 below shows the location of the major components and controls of the
ML27. You should become familiar with these before operating the laminator.
Figure 1
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Motor Switch: This switch controls power to the Laminating Rollers. If the switch is
pressed to the FWD (light will come on) position the rollers move forward, pulling the
plastic film and laminated material past the Heat Shoes.
Reverse Switch: This toggle switch is found on the back of the machine. When this
switch is pressed to the reverse position and the motor switch is on, the rollers move
in the reverse direction. This is useful for clearing film from the rollers.
Fan Switch: This switch turns the fans on and off. (Switch will be lighted when the
fans are on).
Heater Switch: This switch turns power to the top and bottom Heat Shoes on and off.
(Switch will be lighted when the heaters are on).
Heat Indicator: This light goes on when the Heat Switch is first turned on then
remains on until the Heat Shoe reaches the operating temperature. After that point,
the light will flash periodically as the thermostat controls the Heat Shoe temperature.
OPERATION
This section describes the operation of your ML27. This laminator is designed for all
widths of plastic up to 27”. However, if narrower widths are used the Heat Shoes must
be cleaned before using a wider roll. Refer to the MAINTENANCE section for cleaning
instructions.
Loading Laminating Film onto Mandrels...
Slide the film onto the mandrel as in figure 2 below. Note that one mandrel is labeled
TOP and the other BOTT (for bottom). They are not interchangeable.
Figure 2
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Threading Laminating Film...
These instructions apply to poly-in film rolls (shiny side out, dull side in).
1. For the top supply roll place the mandrel ends into the slots in the top of the laminator. If
you are facing the front of the laminator the film should unwind toward you from the
bottom of the roll as in figure 3 below.
Figure 3
2. Pull 6”-12” of film from the top roll. Pass the film under the idler bar, heat shield and over
the heat shoes. Make sure the shiny side of the film is against the shoes. See figure 5&6 be
low.
3. For the bottom supply roll, remove the feed table. Place the mandrel ends into position in
the lower mandrel holder slots. If you are facing the front of the laminator the film should
unwind away from you from the bottom of the rollers as shown in figure 4 below.
Figure 4
4. Pull 6”-12” of film from the bottom roll. Pass it under the lower idler bar. You can “drop-
down” the lower idler bar to give you more clearance. After doing so, return the idler bar to its
upper position for running the machine. Drape the film from the bottom roll over the film from
the top roll. See figures 5&6 below.
NOTE: The shiny side of the film must always go against the
Heat Shoes.
CAUTION! The Heat Shoes reach a temperature of up to 350°F.
Do not touch the surface of the Heat Shoes.
Figure 5 Figure 6
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5. Turn the Motor Switch on to start the Laminating and Pull Rollers.
6. Feed a piece of thin cardboard about 10” x 25” against the film so that it is centered between
the two Heat Shoes. Push the cardboard and film into the Laminating Rollers. See figure 5.
Watch cardboard pass through the back (pull) rollers to avoid a wrap-aound.
7. When the feed card has completely exited the Pull Rollers at the rear of the laminator turn
the Motor Switch off.
8. Replace the feed table.
9. If you are ready to laminate, the Heat Switch should be in the on position and the Heat Indi
cator should have gone off.
Adjusting Mandrel/Film Tension...
Each type of laminating film has different characteristics and may require laminator adjust
ment. The tension should be set so that the film moves over the Heat Shoes without wrinkles
as the film enters the laminator. Best results are obtained if tension adjustments are made
while the unit is at operating temperature. If any adjustments are required use the following
procedure:
1. Switch the Heaters on. Wait for the Heat Shoes to reach operating temperature. The Heat
Indicator will go off when the proper temperature is reached. You can check the temperature
by reading the thermometer located on the right side of the laminator.
2. Press the Motor switch to on.
3. Locate the knob on the right side of the Top Supply Mandrel. See Figure 7 below. Turn the
knob to adjust the tension (clockwise to increase, counter clockwise to decrease) until the film
passes over the Top Heat Shoe without wrinkles and the web between the Laminating and Pull
Rollers is tight. Note: This adjustment requires only a few degrees of turn. If the knob is
turned too far, you may stall the drive motor.
Figure 7
4. If necessary locate the knob on the right side of the bottom Supply Mandrel and adjust the
tension as in step 3 above.
5. If you are not ready to laminate, turn the Motor Switch and Heat Switch off.
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The laminator temperature should be adjusted according to the film thickness and the item
being laminated. See table 1 below for recommended temperature settings. Keep in mind that
the temperatures listed are approximate and different brands of laminating film and heavy
paper stocks may require different temperatures. Also keep in mind that when the machine is
cold the warm-up time may be longer than the heat indicator light may suggest due to the
rollers not yet having sufficient heat distribution.
1. Turn the Heater Switch on.
2. Use the heater Thermostat Adjustment Knob on the left side of the laminator to adjust the
temperature of the Heat Shoes. Use the temperatures in table 1 below as a guide.
Material Temperature Range
1.5 mil (.0015”) 270°F - 325°F
3 mil (.003”) 240°F - 275°F
5 mil (.005”) 250°F - 270°F
10 mil (.010”) 250°F - 270°F
3. Turn the knob counter clockwise to reduce the temperature and clockwise to increase the
temperature. If reducing the temperature, wait several minutes for the heat to drop to the de-
sired operating temperature. When increasing temperature, the indicator lamp will come on as
the laminator is heating up and go off when it reaches the set temperature.
4. Check the LCD readout to see if the desired temperature has been reached. You may have to
make a few minor adjustments before optimum temperature is set.
Adjusting Slitter Blades
The slitter (figure 8) may be set to trim the web to the desired width as it exits the laminator. If
an additional slitter blade is installed (optional), two pages (side-by-side) may be laminated
and trimmed in a single operation. As the web exits the unit, these pages may then be sepa-
rated with the additional slitter blade.
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Caution! If the blade release knobs are turned too far,
the slitter blade may fall out of its guide and come in
contact with the rubber rollers. If this happens, the rollers
could be damaged. Never turn the blade release knobs
more than one turn to position the blades.
To adjust the slitter blades:
1. Be sure the slitter blades are positioned above the laminating web. If they are low-
ered, loosen the release knobs and lift the blades away from the web. Tighten the knobs
to lock the blades in place.
2. Loosen the positioning knobs (counter clockwise) and slide the slitter blades left or
right to the desired width of the edge seal. Lock the blades left or right to desired posi-
tion by turning the positioning knobs (clockwise).
3. Carefully, loosen each release knob and lower the blade in contact with the web.
Tighten the release knob.
4. To prevent accidental damage to rollers, remove slitter blades when not in use.
Figure 8
Laminating
1. Be sure the heaters have been turned on and are at the proper temperature. The fans should
be turned on for laminating 3mil and heavier.
Caution! Do not allow the temperature to exceed 350°F as this
could cause the laminating film to melt on the Heat Shoes.
2. Adjust the Paper Guide on the Feed Table so that the right edge of the item will enter the
laminator at the desired position.
3. Press the Motor Switch to the on position. The film will begin moving through the lamina-
tor.
4. After clear laminating film exits the Pull Rollers at the rear of the machine you may slide
the first item to be laminated into the laminator with the right edge along the Paper Guide.
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Note:
You may want to run a test lamination first as any item
that passes between the Heat Shoes will be laminated and
cannot be recovered until it exits the rear of the laminator
5. Additional items may be fed in sequence, keeping enough distance between sheets for trim
ming.
6. After the last item has exited the Pull Rollers, turn the Motor Switch off.
7. Use the Zippy Cutter to cut across the film to remove the laminated items from the unit.
Coating Mount Board
The ML27 is capable of applying an adhesive coating on up to 3/16” uncoated mount board.
1. Load a roll of adhesive, with the liner wound to the outside, onto the top mandrel in the
same manner as with laminating film. Thread the liner side of the adhesive over the top idler
roller (so that the adhesive does not stick to the idler roller) and then through the laminator as
with laminating film.
2. If the mount board is the same width as the roll of adhesive it is not necessary to load
anything onto the bottom mandrel. If the mount board is narrower than the adhesive, load a
roll of paper or film onto the bottom mandrel to keep the adhesive from accumulating on the
rollers and heat shoes. Thread as for laminating film.
3. Using the supplied allen wrench back out the four pressure adjustment screws about 1/4”
each. (Be sure to return the screws to their original position when going back to regular
sheet laminating).
4. Turn heat switch to ON position if heat is needed for the application.
5. Set the temperature to the desired setting, depending upon the type of adhesive used.
6. Feed the uncoated mount board into the laminator behind a leader board of the same thick-
ness. The leader board will prevent the compression of the leading edge of your mount board.
7. You may coat subsequent boards now, one directly behind the other, so that the board in
front becomes the leader board. If at any time you have adhesive going through the machine
without mountboard, be sure to pull the adhesive on the exit side of the machine to prevent a
wrap-around.
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Mounting & Laminating
The ML27 is capable of simultaneously mounting and laminating a print on up to 3/16” mount
board.
Mounting your print:
1. Be sure all laminator parts (i.e. safety shield, feed table, etc.) are in their proper positions
and the laminating film is loaded correctly on top and bottom mandrels. (See page 7 for film
loading instructions).
2. Using the supplied allen wrench back out the four pressure adjustment screws about 1/4”
each. (Be sure to return the screws to their original position when going back to regular
sheet laminating).
3. Turn the Heat Switch to the ON position.
4. Set the temperature using table 1 on page 10
as a guide. You may need higher temperatures than
indicated for mounting and laminating mount board.
5. Turn the fans on. Figure 9
6. Perform a test mount to ensure proper settings for successful mounting. If any adjustments
are necessary make them now and run another test. Repeat this step until you obtain desired
results.
7. Feed the print and mount board slowly and evenly into the laminator behind a leader board
so that the leading edge of your mount board does not become compressed. Pull back the
peeled back release liner before it enters the rollers.
8. You may mount subsequent prints now, one directly behind the other so that the board in
front becomes the leader board.
9. Once your last print has completely exited the laminator, turn the MOTOR and FAN
switches OFF and use the trimmer to remove the mounted and laminated prints.
Preparing your print for mounting:
1. Peel back about 2” of release liner on your precoated mount board.
2. Align the top edge of your print with the top edge of the mount board (see figure 9).
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
The following guide will assist you with most problems that may be encountered when
laminating.
PROBLEM: Laminator is inoperative. Motor does not run, indicator lights
are out.
ACTION: Unit may be unplugged. Connect power supply.
Ensure that your circuit breaker has not tripped.
Fuse may have blown. Replace fuse (back next to power cord) with 15amp
BUSS (MDA-15).
PROBLEM: Laminating film and item being laminated move through lamina-
tor erratically.
ACTION: Check thickness of item to be laminated. Maximum thickness is 1/16”
(1.6mm) if rollers have not been adjusted.
Clean heat shoes of residual adhesive. Refer to MAINTENANCE section
for cleaning instructions.
PROBLEM: Plastic is not bonding to the item or to itself at the edges.
ACTION: Make sure heat shoes and rollers are at proper operating temperature and
have had time to warm up. See table 1 for the suggested temperature
ranges.
PROBLEM: Wrinkles appear on the laminated items running parallel with the out-
side edges.
ACTION: Increase roller tension on top and/or bottom supply rolls.
Reduce heat shoe temperature.
Clean heat shoes of residual adhesive. See MAINTENANCE section for
cleaning instructions.
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PROBLEM: Blistering of the film appears over the item or along the edge.
ACTION: Reduce temperature on one or both heat shoes. If the indicator light
remains on after the adjustment is made, disconnect the power supply and
contact your dealer.
Clean laminating rollers. See MAINTENANCE section for cleaning
instructions
There may be moisture in the paper you are laminating. Store paper in a dry
place and be sure that any ink is thoroughly dry before laminating.
PROBLEM: Laminated material curls after leaving pull rollers.
ACTION: Adjust tension. If laminated item curls upwards, reduce top roller tension.
If item curls downward, reduce bottom roller tension.
Clean heat shoes of residual adhesives as it may be causing “drag” on one
side. Refer to MAINTENANCE section for cleaning instructions.
MAINTENANCE
This section contains instructions for cleaning and maintaining your laminator. These
procedures should be preformed at regular intervals to help ensure the trouble-free operation of
your laminator.
Cleaning the Heat Shoes and Laminating Rollers...
The Heat Shoes and Laminating Rollers should be cleaned of any residual adhesive whenever
the film does not pass smoothly over their surfaces.
NOTE:
The surface of the heat shoes is Teflon coated and must only be cleaned using a
soft cloth. The Heat Shoes can easily be damaged by sharp or abrasive objects.
1. Allow the Heat Shoes to cool.
2. Remove the Feed Table.
3. Cut the plastic film at the top and bottom mandrels.
4. Turn the Motor Switch on and pull the film out of the back of the machine.
5. Turn the Motor Switch off.
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6. Use a soft cloth moisentened with alcohol to remove any residue from the Teflon surface of
the Heat Shoes and Laminating Rollers.
7. Allow the Heat Shoes and Laminating Rollers to dry before re-threading the film.
Removing Wrap-arounds...
When laminating with thinner gauges of film, there is the possibility of the film wrapping
around the Pull Rollers. Use the same procedure for Cleaning the Heat Shoes and
Laminating Rollers in order to remove a wrap-around. If the film cannot be pulled out of the
back of the machine... leave the motor and switch on and use the reverse switch on the back
of the machine to reverse the rollers so the film can be pulled up and out of the machine.
NOTE:
The Heat Shoes are hot! Use caution when cleaning the rollers or heat
shoes, or when removing wrap-arounds.
WARRANTY AND RETURN POLICY
Warranty
Your laminator is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of
1 year from the original purchase date. In the event of a defect in material or workmanship,
the manufacturer or its authorized dealer, will repair or replace (at their option) the laminator.
This does not cover rollers that have been damaged due to improper usage. The manufacturer
makes no other warranty stated or implied except as stated above.
Return Policy
If your laminator is not operating properly, first review the Operating Instructions and
Troubleshooting Guide. If the malfunction cannot be corrected, contact your local dealer for
instructions. Be sure to have your machine serial number and date of purchase handy. If the
laminator must be returned to the dealer, proper packaging and freight charges are your
responsibility. Shipping damages as a result of improper packaging is not covered under the
terms of this warranty.
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PARTS LIST AND ILLUSTRATIONS
This section contains reference drawings and a parts list to assist you when ordering parts for
your laminator. The drawings show only those parts that may be replaced by the dealer.
Item Part Number Description Qty
1 10091 C-Clip, 15/16” DIA 2
2 10092 Bushing, 5/8 x 3/4 x 1 1/4 8
3 10093 Knob, 1/4-20 x 1 1/4 long 2
4 10095 Cap, end 4
5 10096 Spring, brake adjustment 2
6 10033 Switch, green, round 3
7 10100 Hub, brake, mandrel 2
8 10101 Mandrel, supply, top 1
9 10102 Gripper, core, mandrel 2
10 10103 Table, feed, ezlam II 1
11 10104 Cover, heater, ezII 1
12 10105 Holder, glass, heat shield 1
13 10106 Bar, tie, ezII 2
14 10108 Cover, rear, ezII 1
15 10110 Shoe, heat, ezII 2
16 10111 Glass, heat shield, ezII 1
17 10343 Cover, roller, ezII, new 1
18 10113 Holder, roller bushing 4
19 10114 Rod, idler, top ezII 1
20 10115 Rod, idler, bottom ezII 1
21 10116 Support, front, feed table 1
22 10117 Support, rear, feed table 2
23 10118 Mount, heat shoe ezII 8
24 10119 Tubing, roller, idler 2
25 10120 Roller, top, front 1
26 10121 Roller, bottom, front 1
27 10129 Roller, top, back 1
28 10130 Roller, bottom, back 1
29 10125 Axle, gripper 2
30 10126 Holder, bottom, roller bush 4
31 10128 Mandrel, supply, bottom 1
32 10085 Motor, ezII, 80mm 1
33 1395 Cord, power 14-3 1
34 541 Terminal block, 6 station 2
35 1172 Fuse holder, HTB-34i 1
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36 1170 Feet, rubber, large 4
37 1182 Fuse, 15amp, MDA-15 1
38 10509 Heater, 120v, 290w, mightylam 6
39 8288 Relay, solid state, 25A, DC 1
40 10500 Sprocket, motor, mightylam 1
41 10505 Sprocket, front, mightylam 1
42 10504 Sprocket, rear, mightylam 1
44 10232 Switch, motor reverse EZII 1
45 10393 Cover, side, left 1
46 10394 Cover, side, right 1
47 10303 Support, side, left-mold 1
48 10304 Support, side, right-mold 1
49 10318 Label, EZII 1
51 8107 Alum rod, thermostat 1
52 4369 Label, increase 1
53 134 Test sheet, roll lams 1
54 1270 Label, “caution hot” 1
55 1294 Label, loading inst. 1
56 1319 Light, indicator, red 120v 2
57 10324 Chain, roller drive, EZII 1
58 524 Strain relief bushing lge 1
59 555 Thermostat, roll lam 1
60 560 Thermostat, HTU-428 (EZ) 1
61 573 Thermostat, mount 1
62 Zipcut Zippy cutter, stock# K353 1
63 1263 Knob, feed table guide 2
64 557 Knob, thermostat 2
65 10322 Guide, feed table, EZII 1
66 10323 Nut, locking, feed table 2
67 10325 Block, idler sprocket 1
69 10327 Set screw, modified, EZII 4
70 10330 Sprocket, idler, EZII 1
71 10333 Bushing, supply mandrel 2
72 10337 Spring, roller, EZII 4
73 10340 Screw, 4-40 x 5/16 BHCS 5
74 10341 Guard, hole, EZII 2
75 10349 Rectifier, EZII 1
76 10350 Bolt, shoulder, 1/4 x 1/2 1
78 530 Wire, 18 GA, green, EZII 2
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