Phoenix 4400-DHP User manual

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OPERATING MANUAL
Please read this manual carefully before operating!

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Table of Contents
Contents Page
1. Introduction …………………………………………………...........................................…..2
2. Important Safety Instructions…………………………………………………………….…..2
3. Installation Safeguards …………………………………………………………………........3
4. General Safeguards…………………………………………………………………….…….4
5. Operating Conditions …………………………………………………………………….….5
6. Operating Precautions………………………………………………………………………..5
7. Packing List …………………………………………………………..………….……..……6
8. Installation
a.Uncrate the machine ……………..7 e. Remove auto-grip shafts………..…………..8
b.Remove stand side frames..……....7 f. Assemble the stand……………..…………...9
c.Remove the side panels……….….8 g. Attaching the machine to the stand..………..9
d.Remove plastic cover, Operator’s h. Install left/right auto-grip shaft brackets......10
Manual, feed tray, safety shield
and cross members……………….8
9. System Components…………………………………………………………………………10
10. Roller Pressure/Gap Handle……..………………………………………………………......11
11. Emergency Stop Switch..……………………………………..……………………….….....11
12. Thermal Film Shaft w/Brake Adjustment
a. 2 ¼” Core Adaptors……………12 c. Thermal Shaft Brake Assembly…………...13
b. 3” Core Adaptors………………12 d. Shaft Cradles and Alignment Arrows…......13
13. PSA Film Unwind/Rewind Shafts w/Brake Adjustment
a. Drive side alignment…………..14 c. Unwind/Rewind Brake Assembly………...15
b. Support Cradle Locking Ring…14
14. Control Panel…………………………………………………………………………….…..15
15. Rear Power Panel..………………………………..………………………………….….…..16
16. Safety Shield and Safety Photo Eye…………………………………………………….…...16
17. Feed Table w/Side Guides……………………………………………………………….…..17
18. Standby and Auto Sleep Function……………………………………………………….…..17
19. Heat Sensor Safety Feature……………………………………………………………….....17
20. Operation………………………………………………………………………………….....18
21. Loading Film Rolls…………………………………………………………………………..19
22. Using 2 ¼” Film Core Adaptors……………………………………………………………..21
23. Threading Thermal Film……………………………………………………………………..22
24. Threading Pressure Sensitive Film (PSA)…………………………………………………...24
25. Mounting
a. Pre-coating mounting Boards……………………………………………………….....25
b. Mounting to pre-coated boards………..…………………………………………….....25
26. Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………………………....26
27. Specifications............................................................................................................................27
28. Warranty …………………………………………………………………………………..….28

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1.Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Phoenix 4400-DHP laminator. It has been designed and manufactured to
provide years of continuous service. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating. Please
inspect the box and the laminator for shipping damage. Damage should be brought to the attention of
the delivering carrier immediately.
We reserve the right to make changes to this publication and to the products described in it without
notice. The details given in this manual are based on the most recent information available to us. They
may be subject to change in the future. We retain the right to make changes to the construction or the
design of our products without accepting any responsibility for modifying earlier versions.
WARNING! Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this unit without our prior written approval
will void the user’s warranty and will transfer health and safety obligations to the end user.
CAUTION! Please pay attention to all passages with these symbols. This information is
vital to preventing user injury and/or damage to the unit. Failure to follow this information could void
the user’s warranties and transfer all safety obligations to the user.
2. Important Safety Instructions
In this operating manual, you will find important safety messages regarding the product. Read these
instructions carefully, failure to comply with the following safety procedures could result in serious
injury.
WARNING Do not attempt to service or repair the laminator. Only authorized maintenance
and service technicians should make repairs.
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.
WARNING To guard against injury, the following safety precautions must be observed in the
installation and use of the laminator
WARNING Ensure the safety shield is in place before operating the Laminator. Operating
without the safety shield can cause serious injury
3. Installation Safeguards
•Shipping damage should be brought to the immediate attention of the delivering carrier.
•Avoid locating the laminator near sources of heat or cold. Avoid locating the laminator in
the direct path of forced, heated or cooled air.
•The receptacle must be located near the equipment and easily accessible.
•Connect the power cord provided with the laminator to a suitably grounded outlet
only. This machine must have reliable earth ground wire to ensure the safety of the
machine during operations.

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•Contact an electrician should the power cord provided with the laminator not match the
receptacles at your location.
•Ensure that the voltages of the power supply you are using match the rated working
voltages before operations. Do not use incorrect power supply.
•Do not use damaged wires or sockets. If abnormal conditions occur, switch off the
power supply first.
•Only a licensed electrician should install wiring and outlet for the laminator.
•Do not defeat, disable, or remove electrical and mechanical safety equipment such as
interlocks, shields and guards.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
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.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's cTUVus safety certification.

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4. General Safeguards
•Keep hands, long hair, loose clothing, and articles such as neckties away from rollers to
avoid entanglement and entrapment. The rollers have pinch points that can trap body parts
or clothing and cause serious injury.
•Do not use the machine for purposes other than lamination, otherwise damages to the
machine or accidents may occur.
•Keep out of reach of children.
•Keep flammable and wet objects away from the machine.
•Do not use flammable sprays or materials when cleaning the machine.
•Do not leave the machine unattended during operations.
•Do not put burrs, sharp blades or rigid materials in between the two rubber rollers.
•Do not attempt to laminate items that exceed total recommended material thickness of the
unit.
•Do not place foreign object inside the machine.
•Do not cut adhesive films directly on the surface of the rollers to avoid damaging the rubber
coating.
•Shut down the machine after laminating to avoid misusing this machine by others.
•Turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord before moving the machine.
•Note the locations of foot wheels while moving or operating this machine to avoid injuries
to your feet.
•Disconnect from the power supply before repair or maintenance.
•Disconnect from the power supply when the machine is not in use for a long time.
•When the machine lies idle for a long period of time, raise the top rubber roller to avoid the
damage to the rubber surface.
•Perform only the routine maintenance procedures referred to in these instructions.

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5. Operating Conditions
•Environment requirements:
Ambient temperature: 50⁰F - 104⁰ F
Humidity：30%—80%；ideal humidity：55%
•Due to the static on film rolls, you should try to keep the environment clean.
•Provide enough space around machine to ensure the safe and effective operation. The
minimum area covered is 8 ft. x 10 ft.
•Do not directly cut the films on the surfaces of the rubber rollers to avoid damages to the
rollers.
•Do not put burrs, sharp knives or extra thick and hard materials in between the rollers. Do
not leave objects like tools, rulers, knives, etc. on the working panels or the side cabinets to
avoid there being rolled into the machine accidentally and damaging the rollers.
•For repairs and replacements, please contact your local distributor. Unauthorized repairs
and dismantling will affect future maintenances of the machines.
Warning: Do not keep the machine in direct sunshine or near it.
Do not keep the machine in dusty areas or places with strong vibrations.
6. Operating Precautions
•The following objects should not be subject to lamination:
oVolatile substances or any thermal-sensitive substances (e.g. Vinyl chloride).
oValuable, unique and unrecoverable objects.
oObjects subject to change of color and nature attributable to heat (e.g. thermal sensitive
paper, crayons etc.).
•Improper operation may lead to lamination failure, therefore, when using this laminator, one
must choose the correct relations between the machine speed, laminating film thickness, and the
material to be laminated. The guiding principles of lamination are:
oThe thicker the laminating film and material to be laminated, the slower the machine
speed.
oConversely, the thinner the laminating film and material to be laminated, the higher the
speed.
•For best results, try similar material to find the suitable temperature and speed relationship
before performing lamination on final product.
•Never leave the operating machine unattended.
Caution: Safety Shield and Feed Tray must be in their proper position for operation.

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7. Packing List
Remove all parts from shipping create and boxes. Inspect parts and the machine carefully. Any
missing parts should be reported to the shipper upon receipt of shipment.
Main machine crate
Description
Specification
Remarks
Quantity
Stand side frames
for stand
2
Stand cross members
for stand
3
Unwind/rewind shaft
for machine
2
Left bracket for unwind/rewind shaft
inside accessories box
1
Right bracket for unwind/rewind shaft
inside accessories box
1
Zippy knife
inside accessories box
1
Hex wrench
4mm, 5mm, 6mm
each one
Hex screw
M8×80
for stand
12
Flat washer
8mm
for stand
12
Spring washer
8mm
for stand
12
Hex screw
M5×12
Unwind/rewind brackets
8
Flat washer
5mm
Unwind/rewind brackets
8
Spring washer
5mm
Unwind/rewind brackets
8

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8. Installation
NOTE: Remove all parts from shipping crate and boxes. Inspect parts and the
machine carefully. Any missing parts should be reported to the
shipper upon receipt of shipment.
8a. Remove the top lid of the crate.
8b. Remove the stand side frames and set aside.
Stand side frames
TOP

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8c. Remove the side panels of the crate
8d. Remove plastic cover, operating manual, safety shield, feed tray and stand cross
members.
8e. Remove the Auto-Grip supply shafts.
Plastic cover, feed tray, safety shield
and Operator’s Manual
Stand Cross Members
Auto-Grip supply shafts

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8f. Using the side frames set aside earlier, assemble the stand with the cross members. Refer
to the Packing List, Section 7, for the proper hardware.
8g. Lift the machine off the skid and set it on the assembled stand, securing it with
the locking thumbscrews on both side frames. The locking castors go to the front.
Refer to the Packing List, Section 7, for the proper hardware.
NOTE: The machine is heavy; use caution and good lifting practices when moving
the machine to the stand.
Locking thumb screws
1
2
3
1. Fastening bolts
2. Side frames
3. Cross members

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8h. Install the right and left side PSA supply/rewind shaft brackets making sure the
rewind shaft is facing forward. Refer to the Packing List, Section 7, for the proper
hardware.
9. System Components
4
1
3
18
5
6
8
9
7
10
1. Left PSA supply/rewind shaft bracket
2. PSA supply/rewind shaft locking cradles
3. PSA release liner rewind shaft w/tube
4. PSA film supply shaft
5. Top thermal film supply shaft w/brake disc
6. Left side cabinet
7. Feed table
8. Left side laminator stand
9. Casters
10. Right PSA supply/rewind shaft bracket
12. PSA release liner rewind brake knob
13. PSA film supply shaft brake knob (not
shown)
14. Control panel
15. Safety shield
16. Right side cabinet
17. Bottom thermal film supply w/brake disc
18. Left side laminator stand
19. Foot pedal
20. Power cord
13
11
12
14
19
15
17
16
2
Left Bracket
Right Bracket
Mounting Hardware

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10. Roller Pressure/Gap Handle
1. The roller gap adjustment handle is located on the right-side cover of the laminator and is
used to adjust the roller gap and pressure.
2. There are four gap positions:
a. One fully open, all the way at the top.
b. Four mounting gap settings; 1/4” (6mm), 3/16” (5mm）， 1/8” (3mm）and 1/16” (1.5mm).
3. There are two pressure settings; Thick Film (5 and 10 mil), and Thin Film (1.5 and 3 mil).
Caution! When not in use, set the Gap handle to the fully open position
11. Emergency Stop Switch
The Emergency Stop Switch is located at the rear of the left side cabinet. When depressed it will
stop all functions of the unit. To reset, twist in the direction of the arrows.

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12. Thermal Film Shafts
12a. 2 1/4” Core Adaptors
The 2 1/4” Core Adaptors for thermal films can be positioned on the shaft, according to
the film width, by loosening the set screws and sliding to the desired position. When
using these adaptors, make sure the points are facing the opposite direction of the shaft
rotation.
12b. 3” Core Adaptors
The 3” Core Auto-Grip Adaptors for thermal films can be positioned on the shaft,
according to the film width, by loosening the set screws and sliding to the desired
position. These adaptors have a locking collar and should be placed on the outside of the
film roll whenever possible.

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12c. Thermal Film Shaft Brake Assemblies
To remove wrinkles in the film web, tighten the brake adjustment knobs on each film
supply shaft. i. Rotating the disc to compress the spring will increase brake tension, see
the red arrow.
ii. Rotating the disc in the opposite direction decreases brake tension.
Note: Do not overly tighten the brake tension. Apply only enough tension to the film
web to smoothen out wrinkleless before they enter the laminating nip point.
12d. Support Cradles and Alignment Arrows
The thermal film supply shafts have locking screws and alignment arrows indicating
which way they are to be loaded on the machine.Always insert the shaft with the arrows
aligned on the shaft and the side frame; tighten the screw to hold the shaft in place.
Locking screw
Alignment arrows
Tension adjustment
di
Compression spring

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13. PSA Film Supply and Rewind Shafts
13a. Drive Side Alignment
The pressure sensitive (PSA) supply and rewind shafts have tongue and groove drive
sides. Align the tongue of the shaft with the groove in the cradle. Alignment arrows on
the shafts indicate the position of the tongue.
13b. Support Cradle Locking Rings
After the shafts have installed, rotate the outer locking ring of the cradle to lock the shafts
in place.
Tongue
Groove
Tongue alignment arrow
Outer locking ring

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13c. PSA Supply Shaft Brake Assemblies
Adjust the brake tension on the unwind and rewind shafts as needed. Do not over-tension
either shaft as this may cause the release liner to be pulled into the rollers or induce curl
in the finished product.
14. Control Panel
3
1
5
2
9
6
8
7
4
1. MODE Indicator LEDs: Speed, Top
Heat & Bottom Heat
2. MODE Selector
3. Temperature Actual
4. Temp & Speed Setting Display
5. Speed & Heat UP/DOWN Adjustment
6. Bottom Heat ON/OFF
7. Motor REV/FWD
8. Motor RUN/STOP
9. Top Heat ON/OFF
Release liner brake adjustment knob
PSA film brake adjustment knob

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15. Rear Power Panel
1. Main power ON/OFF switch
2. Safety fuses are located on the Rear Power Panel.
a. Hot Fuse - protects the heaters
b. Motor fuse - protects the drive motor
NOTE: Be sure to replace blown fuses with the proper rated
3. Cooling Fans switch
16. Safety Shield and Safety Photo Eye
1. Insert left side with spring pin into support block of the shield.
2. Insert right side with spring pin into support block of the shield
3. Lower safety shield onto side support bar.
4. When mounting, remove the shield.
5. The safety photo eye, located just before the heat rollers, will protect the operator from becoming
entrapped in the rollers. If the eye becomes blocked, the motor will shut off stopping the rollers.
To reset the motor, remove the blockage and press MOTOR.
6. Use the foot pedal to laminate and mount boards.
Warning: Ensure the safety shield is in place before operating the laminator.
Operating without the safety shield can cause serious injury.
Support block
Support bar
Front Safety Shield
Safety photo eye
2 a.
2 b.
3
1

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17. Feed Table with Side Guides
1. The feed table has displays that inform the operator on how to web up thermal and
PSA films as well as describing Stand-By and SLEEP functions.
2. To install; rotate the safety shield to full upright position.
3. Insert feed table onto back two positioning pins on both side frames.
4. Lower feed table onto the front side support pins on both side frames.
5. To remove; reverse the steps above.
6. To help feed the media straight, adjust the side guides to proper position and width.
18. Standby and Auto Sleep Function
1. If the motor has been idle for Three (3) hours without running, the machine will go
into STAND BY mode. The temperature drops to 176° F and the ready light flashes.
a. To resume operation, press the MOTOR switch twice.
b. Allow machine to reheat to proper temperature.
2. If the motor has been idle for 4 hours without running, the machine will go into
SLEEP mode, and the heaters are turned off.
a. To resume operation, turn the ON/OFF switch to OFF position, then back to
ON. Select the heat mode and select your desired temperature.
19. Heat Sensor Safety Feature
1. Should a heat senor blocked, the motor and heater will stop.
2. The LED panel will show and Error code.
a. E03 top heat sensor blocked.
b. E06 bottom heat sensor blocked.
3. Clear away any paper or film between the sensor and the roller on the top or bottom
roller.
Side guides

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4. To reset the sensor, turn the main ON/OFF switch to OFF, then back to ON
a. You should hear one beep indicating the sensor has been cleared.
20. Operation
1. Plug power cord into a proper receptacle.
•Connect the power cord provided with the laminator to a suitably grounded
outlet only.
•Contact an electrician should the power cord provided with the laminator not
match the receptacles at your location.
•Ensure that the voltages of the power supply you are using match the rated
working voltages before operations. Do not use incorrect power supply.
2. Turn the main ON/Off switch on the front control panel to the ON position, the
LED display control panel will illuminate.
3. The LEDs on the control panel will illuminate.
4. Select the desired mode by pressing MODE.
a. The SPEED, TOP HEAT and BOTTOM HEAT LEDS will illuminate as
you toggle through the MODE button indicating which one to choose.
b. When in the desired mode, use the up/down keys, to reach the desired
speed and temperatures.
c. The settings you have chosen will be displayed in the LED panel.
5. Press the ‘F’key to display actual temperature of the heat rollers when those modes are
selected.
Heat Sensor
Top Idler bar
Top heat roller

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6. Suggested speed and heat settings:
Material
Film
High Temp Film
Low Temp Film
Gauge
Settings
mil
Temp (F)
Speed
Temp (F)
Speed
Copy paper
Newspaper
Tissue paper
1.5
290
7
248
8
3
270
5
239
6
5
250
3
230
5
10
240
2
221
3
Construction
paper
Posters
1.5
295
7
248
6
3
275
5
239
5
5
250
2
230
3
10
240
2
221
2
Index cards
File folders
Poster board
1.5
300
6
248
5
3
275
4
239
4
5
250
2
230
2
10
240
1
221
2
NOTE:
•Suggested settings are starting points only and should be adjusted according to
quality of output achieved.
•Excess heat may damage the printed image or cause waves. Insufficient heat may
result in poor adhesion.
•Thinner stocks can be run faster while thicker stocks or heavy ink coverage should
be run slower.
•Some stocks and ink-sets cannot be effectively laminated with thermal films.
Compatibility testing is recommended before laminating long runs.
Warning: Ensure the safety shield is in place before operating the Laminator. Operating without
the safety shield can cause serious injury.
21. Loading Film rolls
1. Determine whether your film is on 2 ¼” or 3” diameter cores
2. Select to use the 2 ¼” 3” core adaptor for your film
a. Two - 2 ¼” core adaptors slid onto each supply shaft.
Supply shaft
Core clip
2 ¼” Core adaptor