Fujipla ALM3222 Instruction Manual

Fujipla ALM 3222

Automatic Laminator

and Trimmer

Instruction Manual

AL-MEISTER ALM3222 Instruction Manual <Rev.

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AL-MEISTER

ALM3222

Instruction Manual

Thank you very much for purchasing the FUJIPLA ALM3222 Auto

Laminator. Due to the possibility of damage and for personal safety

reasons only trained personnel should operate this machine! Please

read through this manual carefully before operation. Please keep this

manual and refer to it whenever necessary.

Ver 1.1 [US]
Ver 2 by Brian Jennett (includes Ver 1.2 [US]) 11/6/13
Rev by Brian Jennett: 11/22/13, 11/27/13, 12/2/13, 12/9/13, 12/17/13, 3/10/14, 3/20/14, 3/27/14,
4/4/14, 6/6/14, 6/26/14, 7/7/14, 8/12/14, 8/26/14, 10/16/14, 1/23/15, 2/26/15, 5/8/15, 6/29/15

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Contents

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 4

MAIN FEATURES ............................................................................................................................................ 5

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................................................. 6

INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................... 7

REQUIREMENTS OF PAPER TO BE LAMINATED ............................................................................................ 8

RECYCLING INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................... 9

INCLUDED COMPONENTS ........................................................................................................................... 10

2. NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ........................................................................................................................ 11

2-1. EXTERIOR ......................................................................................................................................... 11

2-2. INTERIOR .......................................................................................................................................... 12

2-3. OPERATION PANEL........................................................................................................................... 13

2-4. LCD DISPLAY ..................................................................................................................................... 14

2-5. OTHER SWITCHES AND BUTTONS .................................................................................................... 16

3. INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................................... 18

3-1. INSTALLING THE ALM3222............................................................................................................... 18

3-2. SET FEEDER TRAY ............................................................................................................................. 18

3-3. SET EXIT TRAY .................................................................................................................................. 18

3-4. SET WASTE COLLECTION BOX .......................................................................................................... 19

3-5. CONNECT POWER CORD .................................................................................................................. 19

4. SET LAMINATION FILM/MANUAL MODE ................................................................................................ 20

5. AUTOMATIC OPERATION ........................................................................................................................ 33

5-1. WARM UP ........................................................................................................................................ 33

5-2. SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................................... 35

5-2-1. SET TEMPERATURE ................................................................................................................... 35

5-2-2. SET SPEED ................................................................................................................................. 36

5-2-3. SET TRIMMER MARGIN ............................................................................................................. 37

5-2-4. MODE MENUS .......................................................................................................................... 39

5-2-5 SET COUNT ................................................................................................................................. 41

5-2-6. MARGIN SET ............................................................................................................................. 43

5-2-7. CUT ADJUST .............................................................................................................................. 44

5-2-8. FINE MODE ADJUST .................................................................................................................. 46

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5-2-9. PAPER FEED ADJUST (SOFTWARE) ............................................................................................ 47

5-2-10. TOTAL COUNT ......................................................................................................................... 48

5-2-11. CHECK FILM INFO.................................................................................................................... 49

5-2-12. PAPER FEED RESIST ROLLER PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT (MECHANICAL) .................................. 50

5-2-13. PAPER SKEW ADJUST .............................................................................................................. 52

5-3. SET PAPER ........................................................................................................................................ 53

5-4. START OPERATION ........................................................................................................................... 55

5-5. ECO MODE (Power Saving Mode) .................................................................................................... 56

5-6.TERMINATE LAMINATION ................................................................................................................. 56

6. LONG MODE ............................................................................................................................................ 57

7. TROUBLESHOOTING/ERROR MESSAGES ................................................................................................. 58

8. CLEANING THE HEAT ROLLERS ................................................................................................................ 63

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Model

ALM3222

Minimum

Maximum

Feeder Tray Capacity

1

200 pages (20# copy paper), less for thicker paper

Paper Width

8-1/8”

13”

Finished & Trimmed Width

8-9/16”

13”

Paper Length

6-1/2”

20” in normal mode, unlimited length in “LONG MODE”

Operating Temperature

170F

270F

Operating Speed (in. per min.)

20

68

Finished Size (W x L) and
Trimming Methods

Letter (8.5” x 11”); With Margin: 8.74" X 11.24"; Without Margin: 8.5" X 11".

Double Letter (11” x 17”); With Margin: 11.24" X 17.24"; Without Margin: 11" X 17"

Digital Paper (12” x 18”) With Margin: 12.24" X 18.24"; Without Margin: 12" X 18"

Processing Speed

200 sheets/hour at 8.5” long

Maximum Laminated Thickness

16mil (.016”) (including film thickness)

Exit Tray capacity

200 pages (20# copy paper laminated with 5mil film), less for thicker paper

Warm-up Time

Approx. 5-7 minutes

Power Source

AC 120V 60 Hz

Power Consumption

1200W, 10A

Dimensions (W x L x H)

50.0"(W) X 23.6"(D) X 43.3"(H) with Stand, Feeder Tray, Feeder Tray Extension and
Exit Tray installed.

Weight

Laminator : 97 LBS; Stand : 52.9 LBS

Environmental Restrictions

Within the range of 32F to 86F (68 +/- 40F recommended)/an altitude below 6600'.

Accessories

Box 1: Feeder Tray -- Extension Feeder Tray -- Exit Tray -- Power Cord
Box 2: Stand -- Assembly instructions for stand -- Screws and tool for assembling
stand-- Waste collection box.

ALM3222 Absolute Maximum Paper Thickness Table

Available

film

thicknesses

(MIL)

One-sided lamination

Two-sided lamination

MAXIMUM PAPER THICKNESS:

MAXIMUM PAPER THICKNESS:

MIL

COVER

INDEX

METRIC

(gsm)

MIL

COVER

INDEX

METRIC

(gsm)

1.2

14.8

120#

180#

312

N/A

1.5

14.5

114#

170#

309

13

105#

158#

286

3

13

105#

158#

286

10

90#

135#

245

5

11

100#

150#

271

6 40#

60#

162

SPECIFICATIONS

The ALM3222 is spec’d for 16 mil maximum paper/film thickness. This table shows maximum paper stock
thickness given the thickness and number of sheets of film used:

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MAIN FEATURES

The AL-MEISTER ALM3222 is a fully automatic hot laminator that will feed, laminate, cut and trim
around all four sides of paper. Once threaded and set up properly, place printed paper on the Feeder
Tray and press the [START] button for full automatic operation.

1. Laminating Size/Laminating Film:

Letter/Double Letter/Digital sized paper can be laminated automatically. The film is specially produced.
Glossy and matte types are available.

2. Finish with, or without margin:

With margin: The ALM3222 will trim leaving a 0.11” margin of film outside the edge of the paper. The

paper is completely encapsulated to enhance durability and resistance to liquids.

Without margin: The ALM3222 will trim laminated paper to the paper size. The surface of the paper is
protected with the edges exposed.

3. Feeds 200 sheets automatically:

Automatic feeding of up to 200 sheets on the tray enables fully automatic operation.

4. Speedy Lamination:

Any manual preparatory tasks that were needed in traditional encapsulation are now unnecessary. It
takes only 3 minutes to laminate 10 sheets of letter size paper.

5. Eco Mode saves power consumption:

For more details, see ECO MODE (Power Saving Mode).

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The following safety precautions must be observed for your safety during the operation of this product.
Please read the cautions and warnings carefully. Please keep this manual and refer to it whenever
necessary.

General Caution

Electric Shock Indicates the potential for electric shocks.

Tangling Warning Indicates possible injuries caused by tangling in a rotating machine

part.

Amputation Warning Indicates possible serious injuries such as finger amputation.

Heat Warning Indicates the potential for injuries caused by extreme heat.

Don’t Do Indicates unspecified acts that are forbidden.

Unplug immediately Indicates a dangerous situation. Unplug the ALM3222 from the

wall outlet and call for service.

These two different words are used on the machine according to the level of danger.

WARNING In the case of incorrect use, there can be serious injury.

CAUTION Injury to the operator or damage to equipment possible. There can also be a

machine malfunction.

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INSTALLATION

To avoid fire, electric shock, or any danger, do not install the machine in a place like:

In direct sunshine or near an air
conditioner.

In an extremely cold area.

In an extremely dusty area.

In an extremely humid/dry area.

In/near a heating appliance or extremely hot
area.

On an uneven or shaky floor.

POWER SUPPLY/GROUND WIRE

1. Use the appropriate power supply. Always connect to AC120V. Unstable voltage may cause electric shock,
fire, or damage to the machine. Always avoid using multiple outlet connections.

2. Pay attention to the amperage. Unless the amperage is enough, it may cause fire or malfunction. A
dedicated circuit is highly recommended.

3. Ensure a ground connection is correctly made to avoid any danger or electrical problems. Do not alter the
power cord.

4. Handle power cord with care.
Do not set the machine on the power cord. Do not pull the power cord forcibly.
Do not place the machine near heated equipment.

Damage to the power cord may cause fire, electric shock or damage to the machine and the operator.

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REQUIREMENTS OF PAPER TO BE LAMINATED

Always follow these instructions for safe operation.

1. What to wear

In order to avoid any possible danger

• Do not wear neck-ties or necklaces that are loose.

• Do not wear loose clothes. If entangled, turn off the power or unplug immediately.

• Be careful that your hair does not get caught in the machine.

2. Operation

• Always close the covers.

• When you are in a closed room, ventilate well.

• Do not spill water on the machine or handle it with wet hands.

• Do not leave the machine during operation. The socket outlet should be installed near the equipment and

be easily accessible.

3. in an emergency

• If a malfunction occurs switch off and/or unplug immediately.

• Contact your dealer or the DryLam Tech-Line for assistance.

• Do not attempt to disassemble/repair /alter the machine yourself without authorization.

4. Others

In order to avoid serious personal injury or damage to the machine:

• Do not use the machine for any other purposes than what it was designed for.

• Do not put heavy items on the machine or subject it to physical abuse.

• Always unplug the machine before moving it.

• Remember that the laminated objects can be very hot.

• Machine may be damaged when incorrectly used.

• Do not drop metal items such as paper clips or staples inside the machine.

• Do not remove the covers from the machine or otherwise defeat the safety switches.

• Never alter or modify the machine.

• Do not remove caution labels from the machine.

• Always use our exclusive AL-ROLL lamination film.

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REQUIREMENTS OF PAPER TO BE LAMINATED (cont’d)

Do not laminate:

• Money or valuable securities.

• Paper with staples.

• Magnets or magnetic documents.

• Flammable paper or material that is affected by heat such as vinyl chloride or polyethylene.

• Unique and irreplaceable documents.

• Paper thicker than 0.4mm including film thickness.

• Paper that discolors and changes in quality with heat such as thermal papers and crayoned pictures.

• Paper that contains a lot of moisture.

• Items other than paper (magnets, vinyl, etc.)

• Paper that is curved or has creases.

CLEANING OF EXTERIOR

Be sure that the machine is unplugged.

Before cleaning the machine turn off the power and let the machine cool down.

Wipe off stains with a soft cloth. When stains are persistent use a firmly squeezed soft cloth soaked in a small
quantity of water or detergent. Wipe off the residue of detergent with a cloth soaked in water.

USEFUL INFORMATION – FILM END

This model has a function that gives caution that the film will end soon. The final few feet of film has either
black colored film or the black colored tape on the film. Please note when doing continuous lamination, that
one or two sheets may be laminated with the black tape when film runs out. Therefore, in order to avoid this
problem, please check the remaining film amount on the display from time to time. It is recommended to
provide extra prints when laminating.

RECYCLING INFORMATION

This is a serviceable electronic device which contains components which should be replaced at the end of their
effective lives. You can help control emerging risks by disposing of the electronic device separately from your
domestic waste. Electric and electronic devices marked with a crossed out waste bin indicate that these
products should not be disposed of together with domestic waste as there may be a severe impact on the
environment as well as human health due to the possibly of hazardous materials.

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INCLUDED COMPONENTS

Please check all these components are included.

 ALM3222
 Feeder Tray
 Feeder Tray Extension
 Exit Tray
 Power Cord
 Wastebasket
 Stand
 Stand Assembly Instructions
 Tool for assembling Stand
 Screws for assembling Stand

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1

Stand

10

Skew Control Knob

2

Lower Tension Controller

11

Feeding Control Knob

3

Controller Knob

12

Feeder

4

Feeder Tray

13

Operation Panel

5

Lamination Handle

14

Trimmer Adjustment Knobs

6

Upper Tension Controller

15

Power Switch

7

Film Cover

16

AC Inlet

8

Trimmer Cover

17

Waste Collection Box

9

Exit Tray

2. NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

2-1. EXTERIOR

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SECTIONS

FUNCTION

A

Feeder Section

B Lamination Section

C

Cutter Section

D

Trimmer Section

COMPONENTS

1 Feeder Tray Extension

For longer double letter and digital paper size laminations.

2

Feeder Tray

Tray for letter size paper.

3

Feeder Roller

Picks paper from feeder tray and feeds it to the lamination section.

4

Paper Feed “Resist” Roller

Prevents multiple sheets from entering lamination section.

5

Heat Rollers

Laminates upper and lower film to paper with heat and pressure.

6

Cutter Unit

Cuts front and back of the film (leading and trailing edges).

7

Trimmer Unit

Cuts sides of paper (operator and non-operator sides of the machine).

8

Exit Tray

Tray for finished paper.

2. NAMES AND FUNCTION (cont’d)

2-2. INTERIOR

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2. NAMES AND FUNCTION (cont’d)

2-3. OPERATION PANEL

START Press to start operation.

STOP Press to stop operation.

RESET Press to return to the operation mode and to reset the counter.

SCROLL (UP) Press to raise cursor or the set value.

SCROLL (DOWN) Press to lower cursor or the set value.

MODE Press to select MODE (menus) setting.

TEMP/SPEED Press to select temperature or speed setting menus. Hold
continuously to see the current temperature.

POWER LAMP Indicates the power is on.

READY LAMP Indicates that the set temperature has been achieved.

ECO LAMP Lights during power saving mode.

ERROR LAMP Lights when an operation error occurs. To aid in servicing note
the error message that is generated on the LCD display.

LCD DISPLAY Shows status of settings, operation and errors.

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2. NAMES AND FUNCTION (cont’d)

2-4. LCD DISPLAY

POWER ON/WARM UP

When powered up the LCD will indicate the model and software
version. The next screen will show the type of film, if installed.

Indicates the machine is being heated up, however operation is

not possible during this time.
LCD may indicate “READY” when RFID tag has been damaged or
is not in place (see information on film roll RFID tag elsewhere in
this manual).

1) Indicates the set temperature in Fahrenheit.

When the ALM3222 reaches set temperature and regulation begins the buzzer beeps three times.

“READY” appears:

 If machine is fully heated.
 Under certain conditions if the RFID tag is not in place and machine is not heated.

If the machine has been properly threaded it is ready to be run in automatic mode. If
the machine has not been threaded, or if you are unsure that it has been, the START button
should NOT be pressed. To set the film and thread the machine see chapter 4 starting on page

16.

1) [TEMP] indicates the set temperature in Fahrenheit. See chapter 5-2-1 on page 28.

2) [SPEED] indicates the set speed in inches per minute. See chapter 5-2-2 on page 29.

3) [MARGIN] indicates that the trimming and cutting is with or without margin of film on the front and
back (leading and trailing edges) of the laminated paper. NOTE: A “margin” is a (sealed) edge of film
around the laminated paper. See chapter 5-2-5 on page 34.

4) [FINE MODE] indicates the status of Fine Mode. See chapter 5-2-7 on page 37.

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5) [SET COUNT] indicates number of the papers to be processed. See chapter 5-2-5 on page 34.

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2. NAMES AND FUNCTIONS (cont’d)

2-5. OTHER SWITCHES AND BUTTONS

Open the trimmer cover.

1) Manual MOVE Switch

Use to set/feed film or to take out paper when it is stuck
To feed forward, turn the switch to left.
To feed backward, turn the switch to right.
* Set the trimmer adjuster to Film Set position during the threading process.
The MOVE switch will not operate after some errors (see troubleshooting chapter on
page 47).

2) Manual CUT Switch

Use when setting film or cutting film which is stuck in the laminator. It only works once.
*It does not work when a cutting error has occurred.

NOTE: The manual MOVE switch works most any time in manual mode, except after some errors. After some
errors it may be necessary to press RESET to clear the error which will restore the MOVE switch.

CAUTION: Whenever using the MOVE switch it is important to account for all film going into the machine,
particularly during the threading process. If film does not exit the discharge in less than 5 seconds STOP! Film
may be accumulating within the machine. If this is allowed to continue, damage to interior components of the

machine will occur.

*If you believe an excess amount of film has gone into the machine release the MOVE switch. Raise the
Lamination Handle and pull the film back out the front of the lamination area. Use the MOVE switch to assist,
if necessary.

*Whenever you use the manual MOVE Switch, even for a brief moment, always move enough film out the
discharge to grab on to. Then, always cut the film by using the manual CUT button and pull the cut film/paper
from the discharge. This must be performed before pressing the START button, otherwise errors and/or
damage to the machine may result.

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*After the film waste has been pulled from the discharge the machine is ready to be run in automatic mode.
Do NOT run the MOVE switch again unless CUT is performed immediately afterward.

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3. INSTALLATION

3-1. INSTALLING THE ALM3222

Allow an area about 18”' around the machine and trays for operation. *Read the safety instructions about the
installation carefully. Always contact the DryLam Tech-Line if there are any questions or concerns during
installation.

3-2. SET FEEDER TRAY

Attach the tray by pointing the feeder tray downward.

1) 2)

* When you laminate materials in double letter and digital
paper sizes set the extension tray on the feeder tray as
shown.

3-3. SET EXIT TRAY

Attach the exit tray firmly in the holes. Select upper or lower holes according to the thickness of the finished
product.

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3. INSTALLATION (cont’d)

3-4. SET WASTE COLLECTION BOX

Install the waste collection box just underneath the
film waste outlet to collect trimming and cutting scrap.

3-5. CONNECT POWER CORD

Connect power cord to the machine firmly.
Do not turn the power on yet.

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