GBC 930-115 User Manual

POLARIS II LAMINATOR

OPERATOR MANUAL

Part Number: 930-1 15 REV : - REV Date: 7-27-04

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Table of contents

1.0 Safety

1.1 Explanation of symbols 1-1

1.2 General rules of safety 1-1

1.3 Labels 1-3 Figure 1.3.1 Safety label placement 1-5

2.0 Warranty

2.0 Warranty 2.1

3.0 Specifications

3.1 Film and sheet size 3-1

3.2 Functions 3-1

3.3 Weight 3-1

3.4 Dimensions 3-1

3.5 Electrical requirements 3-1

3.6 Recomended work space 3-1 Figure 3.4.1 Dimensions 3-2

4.0 Installation

4.1 Pre-installation 4-1

4.2 Setting up your laminator 4-2 Figure 4.2.1 Paper Guide 4-2

5.0 Operations

5.1 Components on the laminator 5-1 Figure 5.1.1 Power Switch 5-1 Figure 5.1.2 Feed Table Details 5-1 Figure 5.1.3 Catch T able 5-2 Figure 5.1.4 V acuum Adjustment 5-2 Figure 5.1.5 Air and V acuum Gauges 5-2 Figure 5.1.6 Guide Wheels 5-2 Figure 5.1.7 Heat Roller and Shield 5-3 Figure 5.1.8 Pull Roll 5-3 Figure 5.1.9 Paper Pin 5-4 Figure 5.1.10 Film Support Arm 5-4

5.2 Control panel 5-5 Figure 5.2.1 Control panel 5-6

5.3 Operator screens 5-7

5.4 Supply shaft 5-9

5.5 Separator knife 5-9

5.6 Film alignment 5-9

5.7 Film T ension 5-9 Figure 5.7.1 Manual T ension Knob 5-10

6.0 Applications

6.1 Film loading and threading 6-1 Figure 6.1.1 Suction Cup Control 6-1 Figure 6.1.2 Suction Cups and Paper Stack 6-1 Figure 6.1.3 Film Leader 6-2

6.2 Helpful hints 6-3

6.3 Important points to remember 6-3 Quick Set up 6-5 Application Guide 6-6

7.0 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

7.1 Cabinets and cover 7-1

7.2 Clean the rollers 7-1

7.3 Misc Maintenance 7-2

7.4 T roubleshooting 7-2 Figure 7.3.1 T roubleshooting guide 7-3

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1.0 Safety

ELECTRICAL HAZARD: [This symbol is used prior

to a step. The information following this symbol is

CAUTION: Do not attempt to operate your Polaris Laminator until you completely read and understand this Operations Manual.

to prevent an electrical shock condition that may be caused by an operators action or machine function.]

Your safety, as well as the safety of others, is important to General Binding Corporation. This section contains important safety information which must be adhered to while operating, cleaning and performing basic maintenance in and around the machine.

1.1 Explanation of symbols

INFORMATION: [This symbol is used prior to, during and/ or after a step. Following this symbol is important information pertaining to current subject.]

1.2 General rules of safety

ELECTRICAL HAZARD: Do not operate the laminator if power cord is damaged or frayed. Y ou can be severely shocked, electrocuted or cause a fire.

WARNING: Do not operate this laminator if you are not physically , psychologically or emotionally fit. Do not operate this machine until you have been trained and read this manual in it’ s entirety .

CAUTION: [This symbol is used prior to a step. The

information following this symbol is to inform you of how to avoid harm to you and others around you}

WARNING: [This symbol is used prior to a step. The information following this symbol is to inform you of how to avoid a dangerous situation.]

WARNING: Do not wear ties, loose fitting clothes or dangling jewelry while operating or servicing the laminator . These items can get caught in the nip and choke you or you can be crushed or burned.

WARNING: Never tamper with the safety devices to increase the laminator’s production capacity . In the event a safety device should fail, never attempt to bypass it for operation. Consult a service representative immediately .

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WARNING: Never use this machine for any other purpose than its intended design and function.

CAUTION: Do not make any modifications to this laminator. Unauthorized changes will void your warranty and may cause extensive repairs or create poor output quality.

WARNING: Do not attempt to repair or service the laminator. Disconnect the plug from the power receptacle and contact your local sales/ service representative.

CAUTION: When moving the laminator , avoid quick stops, excessive force and uneven floor surfaces.

INFORMATION: Always disconnect the power plug from the receptacle to which it is connected and keep the power supply cord in your possession when moving the laminator .

INFORMATION: Any concerns for safety or operation should be brought to the attention of your local service representative immediately .

CAUTION: Only use acceptable materials through this laminator. Unacceptable materials may cause damage to the rollers or cause poor output quality .

CAUTION: Always observe all warning labels placed at various points on the laminator. If you do not completely understand a label, contact your local service representative for further explanation.

CAUTION: A void contact with the heat roller during operation or shortly after power has been removed from the laminator .

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1.3 Labels

Safety warning labels are placed at various locations on the laminator. Do not remove any of these labels. They are placed for your safety as well as the safety of those working around you.

Below are illustrations of the safety labels and a description of their meanings.

Hot rollers

– The safety labels below mean that you could be burned and your fingers and hands could be trapped and crushed in the rollers. Jewelry and long hair could be caught in the rollers and you could be pulled into them.

This label is located on the rear panel in the center of the laminator just below the film supply shaft between the pull rollers and decurling bar.

- The safety label below means that you should always replace a fuse with the same size and type of fuse. This will reduce the risk of fire.

This label is located on the side cover near the fuse panel located on the rear of the machine.

One of each label is placed on each side from the front operating position just in front of the heat rollers nip.

Electrical hazard

– The safety label below means that you could be seriously hurt or killed if you open the product and expose yourself to hazardous voltage.

Pinch point

– The safety label below means use extreme caution when placing your hands in the proximity of the pull rollers nip. You should never place your fingers or other items in this area while the machine is running.

This label is located between the pull rollers and the decurling bar center of the rollers.

– The safety label below means that you could be seriously injured if you come in contact with the moving chain and sprockets of the drive system.

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This label is located near all drive sprockets on the machine.

Sharp knife

– The safety label below means that you could cut yourself if you are not careful.

This label is located on the rear panel in the center of the laminator just above the Electrical hazard safety label and below the rear slitter.

Refer to Figure 1.3.1 Safety label placement for illustration.

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Figure 1.3.1 Safety label placement

(2) One on each side of the laminator

(1) Between pull rollers and decurling bar

(1) Center rear panel below film unwind.

Near all sprockets

Located near Fuse Holder

(2) One on each side of the laminator

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2.0 Warranty

GBC warrants to the original purchaser for a period of ninety days after installation that this laminator is free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. GBC’s obligation under this limited warranty is limited to replacement or repair, at GBC’s option, of any part found defective by GBC without charge for material or labor.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER

WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY

EXCLUDED. ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR PROMISES

INCONSISTENT WITH, OR IN ADDITION TO, THIS

LIMITED WARRANTY ARE UNAUTHORIZED AND

SHALL NOT BE BINDING UPON GBC. IN NO EVENT

SHALL GBC BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,

INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,

WHETHER OR NOT FORESEEABLE.

This limited warranty shall be void if the laminator has been misused; mishandled; damaged by negligence, by accident, during shipment, or due to exposure to extreme conditions; repaired, altered, moved, or installed by anyone other than GBC or its authorized agents; or if incompatible film was used. GBC’s obligation under this limited warranty does not include routine maintenance, cleaning, adjustment, normal cosmetic or mechanical wear, nor freight charges.

Without limiting the generality of the previous paragraph, GBC’s obligation under this limited warranty does not include:

1. Damage to the rollers caused by knives, razors, or other sharp tools; by any foreign objects falling into the working area of the laminator; or by cleaning the laminator with solutions or materials that harm its surfaces;

2. Damage caused by adhesives; nor

3. Damage caused by lifting, tilting or attempting to position the laminator other than rolling it on its castors across even surfaces.

For European Union Residents Only: This guarantee does not affect the legal rights which consumers have under applicable national legislation governing the sale of consumer goods.

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