Fellowes Helios 30TM User Manual

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Helios 30

Please read these instructions before use.

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INDEX

LAMINATOR CONTROLS / QUICK START GUIDE 3

ENGLISH 4-7

FRANCAIS 8-11

ESPAÑOL 12-15

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BINDING MACHINE CONTROLS

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ENGLISH

CAPABILITIES

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Performance

Entry width 12”

Binding capacity (max) 1.2” / 300 sheets (20lb)

Estimated heat-up time 4 minutes
Cool down time 30-60 minutes

Binding cycles 1-10 cycles / 1-2 minutes

Ready indication Light & beeps
LED interface Yes
Heat-Shield Yes

Power Save / Auto shut-off Yes (30 mins)

Multiple Document Binding Yes

Technical Data

Voltage / Frequency /
Current(Amps) 110-120V AC, 60Hz, 5.5A

Wattage 600W

Dimensions (HxWxD) 20.9” x 9.4” x 3.9”

Net weight 5.7lb
Binding capacity

The maximum sheet capacity can be a single (up to 300
sheet max) or multiple documents up to approximately
300 sheets max.
Eg: 1 x 300 sheets = 300 max
5 x 60 sheets = 300 max
10 x 15 sheets = 150 max

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

When binding;

- plug the machine into an easily accessible socket.

- to prevent electrical shock - do not use the appliance close to water, do not spill water on to the appliance, power cord or wall
socket.

DO ensure the machine is on a stable surface.
DO test scrap sheets and set the machine before use.
DO remove staples and other metal articles prior to binding.
DO keep the machine away from heat and water sources.
DO turn off the machine after each use.
DO unplug the machine when not in use for an extended

period.
DO use binding covers designed for use at the appropriate

settings.

DO keep away from pets, while in use.
DO NOT leave the power cord in contact with hot surfaces.
DO NOT leave power cord hanging from cupboards or

Please read before use and keep for future reference.

shelves.

DO NOT use appliance if the power cord is damaged.
DO NOT attempt to open or otherwise repair the machine.
DO NOT exceed the machines quoted performance.
DO NOT allow children to use this machine without adult

supervision.
DO NOT bind sharp or metal objects (eg: staples, paper

clips).

DO NOT bind heat-sensitive documents (eg: tickets, ultra-

sounds etc).

DO NOT touch the heating plate while binding - it
is very hot.

STORAGE & CLEANING

Unplug the machine at the wall. Allow the machine to cool.
The outside of the machine can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Do not use solvents or flammable materials to polish the machine.

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BINDING MACHINE CONTROLS

A On/off switch (rear side) I Lid lock (2)
B Power On button & LED J Binding channel
C Binding thickness guide K Document support
D Timer selection (increase) L Illuminated user interface
E Timer selection (decrease) M Cooling vents
F Select / OK button N Document clamp (binding)
G Thickness setting / timer selection O Cooling rack
H Lid

FEATURES & TIPS

‘System-Check’ function

When switched on, the machine performs a
‘System-Check’ function. The control panel
illuminates LED neons in sequence to check
their operation.

‘Heat-Shield’ function

The document clamp operates as a ‘Heat
Shield’ to prevent operators from accidentally
touching the heating plate.

‘Auto-Off’ function

If the machine is not active for 30 minutes, the
‘Auto-Off’ function will place the machine into
standby mode. The ’Power-On’ LED will flash
red and green. To operate the machine, press
the ‘Power-On’ button.

• Always put the document into the appropriate

sized binding cover.

• For better results, consider including blank

sheets to fill the thermal cover to capacity.

• Always test bind with a similar size and

thickness of thermal covers before final process.

• Helios has an angled heater mechanism to
ensure correct document alignment with the
document support during the binding process.

• For best results, use Fellowes® brand
supplies.

• Thermal binding covers work best with thin
and uncoated types of paper. Care should be
taken with thick and coated papers to ensure
satisfactory results.

• If the sheets have not been glued completely to
the cover, the document can be re-processed to
improve the result.

• Ensure the sheets are well aligned and
touching the glued spine of the thermal cover
by tapping the collated document in the cover
onto a flat surface. This can be done before
and after the binding process.

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BEFORE BINDING

1.

Ensure the machine is on a stable surface. Check
there is enough clear space around the machine to
operate safely.

2.

Insert the power lead into the power socket (located
at the rear of the machine).

HOW TO BIND

Switch the power on (located at the rear side).

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The ‘Power-On’ button will be red. To activate the

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machine, press the ‘Power-On’ button on the control
panel. The machine will warm-up, the red LED will
flash. The machine will ‘beep’ (3x) and the LED
turns green when the machine is ready to bind.

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Prepare the documents by loading the sheets into
the thermal covers. For best results, do not to place
too many or too few sheets into the cover. Use the
binding thickness scale as a guide. The guide is cali­brated in 6mm widths. Helios 30 will accept single or
multiple documents up to a combined total thickness
of 1.25” (approximately 300 sheets / 20lb).

The selected binding cycle is shown with blue LED.

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Use the timer selection buttons to navigate up or
down the scale, if required. The scale has 10 settings.
Eg: 0.25” document thickness = setting 1 (up to
60 sheets), 1.25” document = setting 10 (up to 300
sheets).

Plug the machine into an easily accessible main

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socket. Switch the main supply on.

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Open and lift the lid by releasing the safety catches
on the front of the lid.

Pull open the document clamp (Heat-Shield fea-

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ture), insert the documents into the binding channel.
Ensure the binding covers spine touches the heating
element.

Start the binding cycle by pressing the ‘Select / OK’

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button. The blue LED will start flashing and counting
down, in sequence. When the cycle is complete, the
machine will beep (3x). The blue LED will switch off.

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The machine has an integral cooling tray. It can be
extended from the back of the machine and can also
be pulled upwards to accept larger documents.

When the binding cycle is complete, immediately

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remove the documents and place in the cooling tray
or on a flat surface to allow the document to cool.
The document can be removed from the machine
mid-cycle if required, take care – the glue may be
hot and melted.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Possible cause Solution

No ‘red’ power on LED Machine is not switched on

No ‘green’ ready light after a long
period

Loose and unglued sheets

Loose and glued sheets

Machine is in a hot or humid area

Binding cover may be too thick to bind

Timer setting may be incorrect

The cover size is too small for the
number of sheets

Extended heating cycle
Timer setting may be incorrect
Documents left on the heater plate
after the cycle is complete

Switch on machine at rear next to plug
inlet and at the wall socket
Move the machine to a cooler and dry
area
Process the documents again, ensure
sheets are in contact with the glued spine
by tapping gently on a flat surface
Check timer setting is correct and process
the document again
Check the number of sheets is appropri­ate for the cover width. Select larger
spine width if necessary

Check timer setting is correct. Ensure
prompt document removal

WORLDWIDE WARRANTY

Fellowes warrants all parts of the binder to be free of defects in material and workmanship for 2 years from the date of
purchase by the original consumer. If any part is found to be defective during warranty period, your sole and exclusive remedy
will be repair or replacement, at Fellowes’ option and expense, of the defective part. This warranty does not apply in cases of
abuse, mishandling or unauthorised repair. Any implied warranty, including that of merchantability or fitness for particular
purpose, is hereby limited in duration to the appropriate warranty period set forth above. In no event shall Fellowes be liable
for any consequential damages attributable to this product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other
legal rights that vary from this warranty. The duration, terms and conditions of this warranty are valid worldwide, except where
different limitations, restrictions or conditions may be required by local law. For more details or to obtain services under this
warranty, please contact Fellowes or your dealer.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Thank you for purchasing a Fellowes product. Please visit www.fellowes.com/register to register your product and benefit
from product news, feedback and offers. Product details can be found listed on the rating plate positioned on the rear side or
underside of the machine.

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FCC CLASS B NOTICE - NOTIFICATION POUR LES ETATS-UNIS
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.
CANADA CLASS B NOTICE - AVIS CANADA, CLASSE B

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
MODIFICATIONS
Any modifications made to this device that are not approved by Fellowes may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC

and/or by Industry Canada to operate this equipment.

Toutes modifications apportées à ce dispositif et non approuvées par Fellowes annuleront le droit accordé à l’utilisateur par le

FCC et/ou par Industrie Canada de faire fonctionner cet équipement.

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