Black & Decker LAM95, LAM125FH, LAM95FH User Manual
ENGLISH
FLASH SERIES THERMAL LAMINATORS
Catalog Numbers LAM95, LAM95FH, LAM125FH
COLD
3mil
5mil
Model No: LAM95 Model No: LAM95FH Model No: LAM125FH
REV
COLD
5 mil
3 mil
REV
COLD
5 mil
3 mil
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
SAFETY GUIDELINES – DEFINITIONS
It is important for you to read and understand this manual.
The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this
information.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY
Before any use, be sure everyone using this laminator reads and understands all
safety instructions and other information contained in this manual.
CAUTION: Failure to comply with the recommendations outlined in this instruction manual will void warranty.
WARNING: Read all instructions before operating product. Failure to follow all
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING:
• Use laminator only for its intended use.
• To protect against risk of electric shock, do not use laminator close to water and
do not spill any liquids on laminator, power cord or outlet.
• Do not allow power cord to come in contact with any hot surfaces. Loop cord
around cord wrap when storing.
• Do not operate laminator with a damaged cord, or if the laminator has been
dropped or damaged.
• Let laminator cool completely before putting away.
• To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the laminator. Call the
appropriate toll free number listed on the cover of this manual. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when the laminator is used.
CAUTION:
• Place laminator on a flat, secure surface with sufficient space to work comfortably.
• Ensure laminator has adequate ventilation and vent holes in laminator housing
are not covered or obstructed.
• Laminator and pouches may become hot during use. Allow laminated items and
machine to cool prior to handling.
• Do not allow children to use unsupervised.
• Keep pets away from laminator during use.
• Always switch off and unplug the laminator when not in use.
POLARIZED PLUGS
Polarized plugs (one blade is wider than the other) are used on equipment to
reduce the risk of electric shock. When provided, this plug will fit a polarized outlet
in only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way.
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PRODUCT FEATURES
Control panel
Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.
F
E
D
C
F
G
B
COLD REV
3
mil5 mil
L
COLD
REV
3 mil
5 mil
A
H
C
JM
3
mil
K
B
A
G
E
COLD
5
mil
AUDIBLE ALERTS
Black & Decker Flash Series laminators provide a series of audible alerts to aid its
user:
3 Beeps After the thermal/cold mode is selected and the laminator is
ready for use
1 Beep Every 10 minutes to notify that the unit is powered on
NOTE: Always power down and unplug the laminator when
not in use.
AUTO-SHUTOFF
Black & Decker Flash Series laminators feature an auto-shutoff mechanism that will
automatically power down the laminator after 60 minutes. This feature is an added
convenience in the event that the laminator is left on while not in use.
• If the laminator powers down during lamination, press the power button
and select the appropriate temperature mode.
• You may continue laminating once the light on the selected mode button is
steadily lit and the 3 beep audible alert sounds.
CORNER PUNCH
Black & Decker Flash Series laminators include an integrated corner punch to round
the corners of a trimmed, laminated item for a more professional appearance.
1. Insert the squared
corner of laminated
item into corner punch
slot and press down
on punch button.
A.
Corner punch
B.
Corner punch chip drawer
C.
Out-feed table (LAM95FH,
D.
LAM125FH)
Carry handle
E.
Power cord wrap
F.
In-feed slot
G.
I
Power on/off switch
H.
Reverse Lever (LAM95)
I.
Reverse mode select
J.
(LAM95FH, LAM125FH)
5 mil pouch select
K.
3 mil pouch select
L.
Cold mode pouch select
M.
H M
3
L
COLD
5
mil
mil
K
2. Remove laminated
item from punch slot
and repeat step 1 for
remaining squared
corners.
NOTE: Corner punch chips are captured in a small drawer located on the rear of the
laminator (Fig. C). Periodically empty this drawer by removing it from the unit and
emptying its contents into a waste basket.
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HELPFUL TIPS
• Do not laminate any heat sensitive documents such as tickets, ultrasounds, etc.
You may experiment using self-adhesive laminating pouches and the cold mode
setting with heat sensitive documents.
• Always test with a non-sensitive document first to ensure compatibility.
• Do not laminate any valuable or historical type documents.
• Never laminate an empty pouch.
• Always feed the pouch into the machine sealed edge first. This will prevent the
pouch from becoming jammed in the laminator rollers.
• If using a larger pouch for a smaller sized item, you can easily trim the pouch
after laminating using a paper trimmer or scissors. Laminated documents are
easily trimmed once cooled.
• A rotary paper trimmer is recommended.
• Do not use laminator with self-adhesive laminating sheets, only self-adhesive
pouches.
BEFORE LAMINATING
1. Place laminator on a flat, stable surface. Organize your materi-
als close by and ensure that you have space to work comfortably.
This entails having enough surface area to:
COLD
REV
3 mil
5 mil
• Align items in laminating pouches
• Let items lay flat for cooling post lamination
2. Locate the out-feed table, which is stored underneath the
laminator (certain models only). Fold open the table to its most
outright position.
3. Plug the power cord into a standard 120 V outlet.
DOCUMENT PREPARATION
For optimum results use Black & Decker TimeShield™ laminating pouches.
Please visit Laminating.BlackandDecker.com/Laminators for more information and
where to buy.
1. Select the pouch size and thickness that best fits the item you
wish to laminate and offers the level of protection you desire.
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COLD
Laminating
Pouch
REV
mil
5
mil
3
2. Center your item in the open pouch, with the top edge of your
item towards the sealed seam of the pouch. Ensure there’s a
minimum border of 1/8” on all sides of the item.
NOTE: If using Black & Decker TimeShield™ laminating pouches,
use the convenient positioning chart located on the back of each
package to ensure proper alignment and even borders.
COLD LAMINATING
1. Turn the laminator on by pressing the power button on the
control panel. The unit will automatically start in cold mode, with
the COLD button steadily lit.
2. Follow the instructions included with your self-adhesive
laminating pouches to position and inititally seal the item within
the pouch.
3. Insert the sealed end of the pouch straight into the in-feed slot
and gently guide forward until the machine pulls it through.
A
COLD
4. The pouch will automatically feed through the laminator and
exit through the rear. You can remove the laminated item once it
has stopped moving.
5. In the event of a misfeed:
REV
mil
5
mil
3
RELEASE
B
• LAM95: Pull jam release lever and remove
item through the front in-feed slot.
(See figure B)
• LAM95FH, LAM125FH: Press and hold the
reverse (REV) button on the control
panel while removing the item
through the front in-feed slot.
(See figure A)
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COLD
COLD
Beep
COLD
THERMAL LAMINATING
1. Turn the laminator on by pressing the power button on the
REV
mil
3
REV
mil
3
REV
mil
3
control panel.
mil
5
2. Select the appropriate thermal setting based on your pouch
thickness. The pouch thickness is typically marked on the laminating pouch packaging.
mil
5
• 3 mil: For use with 3 mil thick laminating pouches when
laminating standard printer paper or other thin
documents/items
• 5 mil: For use with all 5 mil thick laminating pouches or
for 3 mil thick pouches when laminating photo paper,
business cards or other thick documents
3. During laminator warm-up, the light on the selected thermal
mode will flash. Once the appropriate laminating temperature is
reached, the 3 beep audible alert will sound. The laminator is now
mil
5
ready.
A
COLD
4. Insert the sealed end of the pouch straight into the in-feed slot
and gently guide forward until the machine pulls it through.
5. The pouch will automatically feed through the laminator and
exit through the rear. Allow the laminated item to lay flat during
cooling for a more professional appearance.
6. In the event of a misfeed:
REV
mil
5
mil
3
RELEASE
B
• LAM95: Pull jam release lever and remove
item throughthe front in-feed slot.
(See figure B)
• LAM95FH, LAM125FH: Press and hold the
reverse (REV) button on the control panel
while removing the item through the front
in-feed slot. (See figure A)
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SWITCHING LAMINATING MODES
COLD TO THERMAL
Select the thermal mode setting by pressing the appropriate button. The button will
flash while the laminator is warming up. Once the appropriate temperature is
reached, the light on the selected mode button will remain steadily lit and the 3 beep
audible alert will sound. The machine is now ready for use.
THERMAL LAMINATING MODES
Select the thermal mode setting by pressing the appropriate button. The button will
flash while the laminator adjusts to the appropriate temperature. Once that
temperature is reached, the light on the selected mode button will remain steadily
lit and the 3 beep audible alert will sound. The machine is now ready for use.
THERMAL TO COLD
Select the cold mode setting by pressing the COLD button. The button will flash
while the laminator is cooling down. Once the appropriate temperature is reached,
the light on the COLD button will remain steadily lit and the 3 beep audible alert will
sound. The machine is now sufficiently cooled and ready for use.
NOTE: Due to the time required for the laminator to cool when switching to a
lower temperature or cold mode, it is recommended to always perform laminating projects in order of cold to most thermal (COLD > 3 mil > 5 mil).
SHUTTING DOWN
COLD
1. While the machine is still hot, feed the included cleaning sheet
through the laminator. The sheet is designed to remove any
adhesive residue that may bleed out onto the rollers during
laminating. It will also ensure continued performace.
REV
COLD
5 mil
3 mil
2. Press the power button to shut off the laminator and unplug
REV
5
mil
3
the power cord. Give the laminator sufficient time to cool before
storing.
mil
3. Loop the cord around the integrated cord wrap and place
laminator in original shipping carton. Store in a cool, dry location.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Shut down and unplug laminator before cleaning exterior. Use only
a clean, dry cloth to remove dust. Never get any liquid inside the laminator.
• Save original packaging for storing the laminator when not in use.
• Always run cleaning sheet through laminator at the completion of each thermal
laminating project.
• The heating element of the laminator is fragile. Do not DROP or IMPACT the
laminator to avoid damaging the heating element.
• Regular emptying of the corner punch chip drawer is important to ensure smooth
operation of the corner punch feature.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If you have a problem with your laminator, check the possible causes and solutions
below.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
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Lamination
bubbling
White spots or hazy
areas in lamination
Odors
• Incorrect thermal
mode selected
• Pouch is too thin
for laminated item
• Pouch and/or
laminated
document is too
thick
• Adhesive
residue on
rollers
• Ensure thermal mode matches the
pouch thickness
• Use only 3-5 mil thick thermal
pouches
• Use only Black & Decker pouches for
optimum performance
• Run pouch through the laminator
again
• Use only 3-5 mil thick thermal
laminating pouches
• Select 5 mil thermal mode or reduce
the thickness of the document you are
laminating (copy or print item on
standard paper)
• Use only Black & Decker pouches for
optimum performance
• Run cleaning sheet through laminator
after each use
• Use laminator in a ventilated area
whenever possible
NOTE: It is common for some adhesives to seep onto the rollers during
lamination, which can cause odor
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Unit powers down
on its own
• Automatic
shut-off activated
• Press power button to turn unit on
and select the appropriate temperature setting
Document jammed
inside laminator
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Model
Dimensions
• Misfed document
(not centered or
straight when fed
through in-feed slot
or not fed with the
sealed edge first)
• Empty pouch
• Pouch was not used
• Glue residue on
rollers
• Self-adhesive
laminating sheets
used
LAM95
3.25 x 15.75 x 6.00
• LAM95: Pull jam release lever and
remove item through the front in-feed
slot
• LAM95FH, LAM125FH: Press and hold
the reverse (REV) button on the control
panel while removing the item through
the front in-feed slot
• Ensure item is centered at the in-feed
slot and fed straight through the
laminator with the sealed edge first
• Always use a pouch when laminating
• Run cleaning sheet through laminator
after each use
• Never feed an empty pouch or use
self-adhesive laminating sheets
LAM95FH
3.38 x 17.00 x 6.88
LAM125FH
3.38 x 21.75 x 7.50
Weight
Cord Length
Voltage
Power
Pouch Thickness Capacity
Maximum Pouch Width
Estimated Warm-Up Time
Laminating Speed
3.56 lbs.
5 Ft.
120 V
400 W
3 - 5 mil
9.5”
To 3 Mil – 150 Seconds
To 5 Mil – 190 Seconds
3 to 5 Mil – 190 seconds
12” / Minute
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7.26 lbs.
5 Ft.
120 V
1050 W
3 - 5 mil
9.5”
To 3 Mil – 60 Seconds
To 5 Mil – 90 Seconds
3 to 5 Mil – 30 seconds
24” / Minute
11.66 lbs.
6 Ft.
120 V
1750 W
3 - 5 mil
12.5”
To 3 Mil – 60 Seconds
To 5 Mil – 70 Seconds
3 to 5 Mil – 70 seconds
48” / Minute
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