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Purple Cows 9" Hot and
Cold Laminator
Instruction Manual
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Hot & Cold
9” Laminator
3016C
Instruction Guide
ON/OFF
Switch
HOT/COLD
Switch
Power Light
(Red)
Standby
Indicator
(Green)
Pocket feed
(IN)
Pocket feed
(OUT)
Anti-blockage
system
Quick Start for Hot Laminating
Applications
Anti-Blocking System (ABS)
This hot laminator is guaranteed against defects in manufacturing and
workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Designed
exclusively for Purple Cows. If problems occur please contact our ofce.
Purple Cows is not responsible for damage to documents, projects, or
other materials that results from laminating.
Certain legal documents may be void if laminated. DO NOT laminate
original copies of birth certicates, marriage licenses, etc. Instead, make
photocopies of important legal documents for laminating.
Purple Cows is a registered trademark of Purple Cows Incorporated © 2011
Purple Cows Inc.
3210 North Canyon Rd. Suite 307
Provo, UT 84604
ph/fax: 877-386-8264
www.purplecows.net
Plug in and turn on laminator.
Insert document into pocket (included pockets are 3 mil.).
Insert the pocket, closed edge rst, into the feed slot (IN) at the back of the
laminator.
After use, switch the laminator off, then always remove the plug from the
electrical outlet. The laminator should be placed near the outlet and the plug
should be easily accessible.
All popular brands of laminating pockets available at ofce supply stores can
be used with your laminator. Purple Cows Hot Pockets are available at all
Hobby Lobby locations, Joanns.com, and on our website at www.purplecows.
net.
Quick tip: When laminating very thin projects like newspaper or tissue paper,
insert your project in the pocket and place the pocket in between two sheets
of paper; then feed it through the machine. This will help prevent jamming
and curling.
If you experience technical difculties with your laminator, please do not
return it to Costco. Instead, do one of the following:
• Call our toll-free customer service line at 877-386-8264
• Contact us on the web at www.purplecows.net
• Email us directly at [email protected]. Be sure to
include information about the problem, your name, phone
number, and address so we can get back to you.
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•Download the free mobile app at
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IMPORTANT NOTE: If you experience any technical
difculties with your laminator, please do not return
it to Costco. Instead, please contact Purple Cows at
877-386-8264.
For tips & tricks, videos, projects, and additional information about your
laminator, use your smartphone to scan this Microsoft
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More Information
The laminator is equipped with an Anti-Blocking System. If you have not
inserted the pouch straight, or it jams in the machine, slide the switch to
the ABS setting. You can then take the laminating pouch and its
contents out of the machine and reinsert the document in a new pouch
into the feed slot.
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Specifications
The process of lamination is a way to seal at items in plastic lm. This
permanently protects items against cracks, humidity, liquids, and stains.
Both the hot and cold lamination processes offer a variety of uses for
arts and crafts, school and work projects, home ofce, and hobby as
well as many others.
Please read the manual before using the laminator. You may notice that
it gives a slight odor the rst several times it is used. This should resolve
itself. Please ensure there is sufcient ventilation in the room (e.g. by
opening a window). The laminator is not a toy. Keep out of reach of
children!
Getting ready to Laminate
Set the machine so that there is enough space to insert the
laminating pouches (not right in front of a wall or other objects)
Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position
Insert the plug into a grounded power socket (120V = domestic power
supply)
Switch the machine on using the ON/OFF switch. The red power light
will come on.
Select the correct pouch setting by moving the toggle switch HOT/
COLD to the required position.
The green standby indicator light appears as soon as the machine
has reached the right temperature. The preheating time (usually 3-5
minutes) can vary depending on the ambient temperature and air
humidity.
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Tips on Laminating
After Laminating:
Set the ON/OFF switch to OFF position.
Pull the plug from its electrical socket.
Leave the machine to cool.
Cleaning the Rollers:
Switch the laminator on
Fold a sheet of paper and insert this folded edge rst into the pouch
feed tray. Keep repeating this process until no more residue clings to
the paper.
Cleaning the Machine:
Always unplug and let the laminator cool before cleaning.
Always clean the machine with a soft cloth. Use neutral cleansing
agents, never abrasives
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Cold Lamination
Please note: Only attempt to laminate one pouch at a time, as
pouches stick tightly together. Place the document that you wish to
laminate between the two sides of the laminating pouch. Ensure that
it lies ush with the enclosed edge.
Insert the pouch with the closed edge at the front into the slot on
the back of the machine. The rollers will automatically take up the
laminating pouch and feed it through to the output at the front of
the machine. Don’t use force to pull out the samples. In the event of
jamming, see the ABS section.
Let the pouch cool for a bit, and then it is ready for use.
If laminating pouch has not adhered properly to the paper, repeat the
process.
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Please note that only pouches intended specically for cold lamination
may be used. Use cold lamination for the following:
• Items that cannot be exposed to heat
• Vintage photographs
• Polaroid photographs
• Thermal copies/receipts
• Papers with surfaces that may be altered through heat
NOTE: THESE MATERIALS SHOULD ONLY BE LAMINATED USING COLD
LAMINATION!
IMPORTANT: If you have used the laminator for hot lamination, please
wait at least 20-30 minutes until you start cold lamination to let the unit
cool down sufciently.
Hot and Kool Pockets
The device should only be connected to a properly installed 120V
electrical socket that has a protective conductor. This must be
close to the equipment and be easily accessible so that it can
be unplugged from the electrical socket if needed. Any adapter
or extension cable must also have a protective conductor and be
easily accessible so that it can be unplugged if necessary.
A variety of materials can be laminated, including embellishments,
but be sure that no part of the item is greater than 1/8” thick. Do
not laminate metal objects, as heat will cause problems.
Do not hot laminate anything that is heat-sensitive or whose color
quality is prone to change with heat.
TEST the laminator before laminating projects or important
documents.
Never insert any objects into your laminator other than laminating
pockets intended for this device.
Children should only use this device under adult supervision.
Protect the laminator from moisture. Do not place in wet conditions
or high temperature environments.
Do not place the laminator in direct sunlight.
Do not place heavy or sharp objects on the laminator surface to
avoid damage to the laminator.
The laminator ventilation slots should not be covered up with
anything.
This device automatically switches off in the event of overheating.
The laminator should never be connected if the cable is damaged.
CAUTION: Some legal documents are void if laminated.
Purple Cows is not responsible for damage to items by lamination.
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How to Laminate
General
Preheating time:
80 micron (3 mil.) - approx. 3 minutes
125 micron (5 mil.) - approx. 5 minutes
Operating Speed: 300 mm/minutes
Laminating Temperature: Up to maximum of 257ºF (125ºC)
Maximum width: 9.25”
Film thickness:
Hot: 3-5 mil. (80-125 micron)
Cool: 10 mil. (200 micron)
Dimensions (L x W x H): 13.1” x 5.9” x 2.2”
Input voltage: 120 VAC/60 Hz.
Power Consumption at
1.0 min./working:
650 watts/60 watts
Safety Instructions & Conditions of Use
The Purple Cows Hot Pockets included in your package are 3 mil. weight.
This laminator can be used with all popular brands of laminating
pouches available at ofce supply stores.
Purple Cows Hot Pockets and Kool Pockets are acid free. They are
available at major retailers or by visiting www.purplecows.net
TURN LAMINATOR OFF AFTER 2 CONSECUTIVE HOURS OF USE!
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