XYRON XM4400 Instruction Manual

Xyron 4400 44" Wide

Format Cold Process

Laminator - XRN4400

Instruction Manual

XM4400

Adhesive Application &

Laminating System

User’s Guide

Revision: C 02/09/10

P/N 3355

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Table of Contents

Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………… 3
Technical Specifications………………………………………………………………………. 3
Warnings………………………………………………………………………………………… 3
Contents of the XM4400 machine box……………….……………………………………… 4
Unpacking and assembling the cart…………………………………………………………. 4
Unpacking and positioning the machine……………………………………………………. 4
Cart Assembly – Exploded View / Parts Table……………………………………………… 5
Cart Assembly Instructions…………………………………………………………………… 6
Securing Machine to Cart……………………………………………………………………… 10
XM4400 control panel………………………………………………………………………….. 11
Film Pre-Cautions……………………………………………………………………………….. 12
Economizing with Film…….…………………………………………………………………… 12
Machine Rollers, Bars and Supply Roll Locations …….………………………………… 13
Web Path Diagram for Loading Laminate…………………………………………………… 13
Loading laminate film…………………………………………………………………………. 14
Troubleshooting tip for loading laminate………………………………….……………….. 16
Caring for your rollers…………………………………………………………………………. 16
Laminating items……………………………………………………..………………………… 17
Cutting Laminate…….…………………………………………………………………………. 18
Laminating Multiple items……………………………………………………..……………… 19
Machine troubleshooting…………………………………………………………………….. 20
Machine Exploded View……..……………………………………………………………….. 22
Maintenance Schedule………………….……………………………………………………. 22
Supply Rolls / Optional Equipment …………………………………………………………. 22
Machine Cleaning Points……….…………………………………………………………….. 23
Machine Cleaning Instructions………………………………………………………………. 23
Replacing Supply Rolls ………………………………………………………………………. 24
Technical Support ……………………………………………………………………….……. 25
Product Warranty / Cautions / Exclusions …………………………………………………… 25
Contact Xyron………………………………………………………………………..………….. 25

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the XyronPro XM4400 Adhesive Transfer and Laminating System. We are
sure you will find this laminator to be useful, reliable, and easy-to-use. The XM4400 is designed to apply high
quality, adhesive or bubble free laminate to posters, banners, and any other visuals up to 42 inches wide and up to
300 feet long that you want to protect for future use. The machine and supplies are compatible with all types of
computer-printed media including laser, inkjet, color and thermal in a wide range of material sizes.

Technical Specifications

Mechanical Electrically Driven cold lamination 110V @ 2 Amp (max)
Supplies See page 17 for detailed supply roll information
Electrically driven cold lamination 110V @ 2 Amp (max)
Document size (max) 42” (W) x 300 feet (L) [108 cm (W) x 91.4 m (L)]
Laminate total thickness 0.004 inches (0.1 mm)
Document thickness 0.0 to 0.10 inches (2.54 mm)
Machine footprint [Inches] 50.5" L x 11" W x 14.5" H
Machine footprint [cm] 128.3 cm (L) x 27.94 cm (W) x 36.83 cm (H)]
Stand footprint [Inches] 49.5" L x 22" W x 28" H
Stand footprint [cm] 125.7 cm (L) x 55.88 cm (W) x 71.12 cm (H)
Machine weight 155 lbs. (70.45 kg)

Warnings

1. Read and understand the Operation Manual and all safety labels before operating this machine.

2. Only a trained person is to be permitted to operate this machine. Training should include instruction
in operation under normal conditions and emergency situations.

3. This machine is to be serviced only by trained and authorized personnel. Follow lockout procedures
before servicing.

4. Never reach into the machine for any reason unless the machine is at a COMPLETE STOP.

5. Never leave the machine stopped in such a manner that another worker can start the machine while
you are working on or within the machine.

6. Never change or defeat the function of electrical interlocks or other machine "shutdown" switches.

7. Before starting this machine, check that:

- All persons are clear of the machine.

- No maintenance work is being performed on the machine.

- All guards are in place.

- All laminate rolls are well secured in the side plate slots.

- The machine is free of paper scraps, wraps and jams.

8. Equipment has pinch points that can cause injury. Keep hands, loose clothing, jewelry or hair away
from rollers during loading of the film.

9. Cutter has an exposed blade that could cause personal injury if contact is made. Use caution when
using or handling the hand held cutters.

10. Electric Shock Hazard. Do not open machine covers. No user serviceable parts inside covers.

11. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

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Contents of the XM4400

The XM4400 is fully assembled and requires minimal set up other than unpacking the machine,
assembly of the cart, mounting the machine to the cart, plugging it in, and loading the film. You will find
the contents of the box to include:

1. XM4400 machine

2. In-Feed tray with paddle [3309]

3. Un-assembled cart components
a. (2) Rectangle Cross Bar [3346]
b. (2) Cart frame end pieces [3806]
c. (4) 1/4"-20" x 2.25" hex head bolts [3330]
d. (4) 1/4" washers [2143-02]
e. (4) 1/4" split washers [2189-04]
f. (4) 5/16"-18 Nylock nut – Black [3803]
g. (4) 5/16" Washer – Black [3804]
h. (2) 4” Swivel Caster [3808]
i. (2) 4” Swivel Caster W/ Brake [3809]
j. (4) Caster Mounting Bolt, 5/16-18 X 2.75" [3807]
k. (4) Caster Shoulder Bolt, 2.225" X .371" [3812]
l. (4) Lock Nut Nylon, .371" [3814]
m.

4. Tools included
a. (1) 3/16” Hex wrench for assembly [3352]
b. (1) 1/8” Hex wrench for sprocket / chain adjustment [3354]

5. Warranty card [XLT-PRO-01]

6. (2) Hand held cutters [3351]

7. XM4400 User's Guide [3355]

Unpacking and Assembly of the Cart

It is necessary to have two people unpack and assemble the cart and laminator. Unpack the contents,
lay them out on a table or floor and check vs. the contents list above. If you are missing any items,
please contact customer service [See contact information in the back of this manual].

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XM4400 Cart Assembly

Exploded view of Cart Assembly: Shows Cross bar assembly and hardware

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Cart Assembly Instructions

1. The cart assembly is begun by assembly of the right side assembly frame end to the 2 cross bars [3346]

with a 2 ¼” Hex Head bolt
cross bar by Inserting the metal dowel pin into the pil ot hole and then ins erting and locating th e
threaded bolt into the screw hole. Tighten the b olt using the 3/16 ” Hex wrench for as sembly [3352] an d
then assemble the bottom cross bar. See figure 1 / 2. Then fit and assemble the cross bars to the left
side frame end in by inserting the metal dowel pin into the pilot hol es of both the upper and lower cross
bars and tightening until secured.

[3330] with washer [2143-02] and split lock washer [2189-04]. Install the upper

Figure 1: Cross bars assembled one side at a time Figure 2: Bolt with washer and lock washer

2. Once the cart frame has been assembled, turn the fram e upside down in ord er to mount the caster

frames and caster wheels.

3. The caster components [mounting frame, wheel and hardw are are packaged togethe r. See figure 3.

Figure 3: Caster components and hardware

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4. To assemble the caster wheel frame, begin by mounting the caster frames to the c art frame ends by

threading the cart threaded stem into bottom weld nut of the cart frame ends. See figure 4 / 5.

Figure 4/5: Using hardware supplied, secure caster frame to cart

5. Thread the caster bolt stem up through the weld nut on the bottom side and through hole on the top side

of the new cart frame ends. Secure using a Black Washer and B lack Nylock nut. The thread ed stem
must be flat or flush on the top of the nylock nut. Do not over ti ghten the Nylock n ut as this will deform
the cart frame. See figure 6

Figure 6: Nylock nut thread position – flush / flat at top of nut - Critical

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE NYLOCK NUT!!

OVER TIGHTENING CAN RESULT IN DEFORMATION OF THE CART FRAME.

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