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GBC Pro-Tech

4151 Anderson Road

De Forest, Wisconsin 53532

Tel: 608-246-8844

Part Number 930-016

Fax: 608-246-8645

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PRO-TECH

F-60™

CAL 3200

100

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F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

The information in this publication is provided for reference and is believed to be accurate

and complete. GBC Pro-Tech is not liable for errors in this publication or for incidental or

consequential damage in connection with the furnishing or use of the information in this

publication, including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of fitness or merchantabil-

ity for any particular use.

GBC Pro-Tech reserves the right to make changes to this publication and to the products

described in it without notice. All specifications and information concerning products are

subject to change without notice.

Reference in this publication to information or products protected by copyright or patent

does not convey any license under the rights of GBC Pro-Tech or others. GBC Pro-Tech

assumes no liability arising from infringements of patents or any other rights of third par-

ties.

contained in this manual is proprietary and may not be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or

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sion of GBC Pro-Tech.

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

iii

Caution/Warnin

Label Locations ...................................................................................1-3

Preinstallation Checklist ..................................................................................................2-1

Unpackin

.......................................................................................................................2-3

Setup ..............................................................................................................................2-5

Levelin

.......................................................................................................................... 2-5

Startup ............................................................................................................................2-6

Safety ..............................................................................................................................3-1

Operator Controls ........................................................................................................... 3-2

Front Control Panel .....................................................................................................3-2

Footswitch Operation ..................................................................................................3-2

Setup .............................................................................................................................. 3-3

Laminator Roll Pressure .............................................................................................3-3

Web Up Options ..........................................................................................................3-3

Loadin

the Film .............................................................................................................3-3

Recommended Films ...................................................................................................... 3-3

Positionin

the Film ........................................................................................................ 3-4

Heatin

........................................................................................................................... 3-4

Pull Roll Clutch Adjustment ............................................................................................ 3-4

Raisin

and Lowerin

the Pull Rolls ............................................................................... 3-4

Paper Tips ....................................................................................................................... 3-4

Process Control Charts ................................................................................................... 3-5

Mountin

Only .................................................................................................................3-6

Setup ...........................................................................................................................3-6

Procedure ...................................................................................................................3-6

Mountin

/Laminatin

......................................................................................................3-6

Setup ...........................................................................................................................3-6

Procedure ...................................................................................................................3-6

Encapsulation .................................................................................................................3-6

Setup ...........................................................................................................................3-6

Procedure ...................................................................................................................3-6

Two-Pass Mount and Laminate (Hot and Cold) .............................................................. 3-6

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

Setup ..........................................................................................................................3-6

Procedure, Pass 1 ...................................................................................................... 3-6

Procedure, Pass 2 ...................................................................................................... 3-7

Cleanin

......................................................................................................................... 4-1

Adjustin

the Nip ............................................................................................................ 4-3

Chain Tensionin

............................................................................................................ 4-4

Lubrication ...................................................................................................................... 4-5

Contactin

Technical Support ......................................................................................... 4-5

Output Troubleshootin

Guide ........................................................................................ 4-6

Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................. 5-1

Exclusions to the Warranty ......................................................................................... 5-1

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

1-1

Your safety, as well as the safety of others, is important

to GBC Pro-Tech. This section contains important

safety information.

The following symbols are used throughout this man-

ual to indicate warnings and cautions.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

The F-60 Laminator has been designed with safety as a

primary consideration. However, you must become

thoroughly familiar with the controls, proper operation,

proper service procedures, and safety features of the

laminator before using or servicing the unit.

GBC Pro-Tech F-60 Laminator is a powerful machine

that is designed to mount, laminate and encapsulate.

The forces required to accomplish these tasks can vary

from negligible to very large.

In addition, the laminating roll of the F-60 can reach

temperatures of 270 °F (132 °C). At these temperatures

there is a danger of a severe burn if the roll is touched

during set-up, operation or servicing.

Safety is an important feature of the F-60 Laminator. It

has emergency stop buttons and a mechanical guard

system on the infeed. In addition, the pull rolls are con-

tained in an enclosure to prevent injury.

The laminator is equipped with four emergency stop

buttons located on the top front and back of either side

of the laminator. Any of these, if engaged, stops the

laminator. To continue operation all emergency stop

buttons must be in the up position and you must press

the reset button above the fuse panel on the back of the

laminator (see Figure 1-2). The laminator is also

equipped with a power lockout (see Figure 1-3) which

stops power to the machine.

Figure 1-1: Using the Emergency Stop Buttons

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE YOUR

ORCA-IV VINYL TRANSFER MACHINE

UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THIS SECTION

CAREFULLY!

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result in death or

serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, could result in death or

serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, could result in minor or

moderate injury, or alerts against unsafe

practices, or alerts against actions which could

damage the product.

Twist pressed

button to resume

operation - the

button pops up

Push either

button to stop the

laminator

Safety

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Figure 1-2: Resetting the Laminator

Figure 1-3: Power Lockout

Despite the safety features built into the F-60 Lamina-

tor, extreme caution must be used when operating or

servicing the unit. READ THE FOLLOWING

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS BEFORE

ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE OR SERVICE THE

F-60 LAMINATOR.

WARNING

DANGER

WARNING

POWER

Reset Button

POWER

Insert

Lock

Circuit

Breakers

Secured in

"Off" Position

Never place fingers or arms between the rolls

when they are turning or when the rolls are in the

closed position. You can be crushed or burned.

Do not wear ties, loose fitting clothing 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.

Do not operate the laminator near water. You can

be severely shocked, electrocuted or cause a fire.

Remove and lock out power from the laminator

before servicing. You can be severely shocked,

electrocuted or cause a fire.

Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners on the

laminator. Do not spill liquid of any kind on the

laminator. You can be severely shocked,

electrocuted or cause a fire. Use only a damp

cloth for cleaning.

Exercise care when cleaning the rolls with 80%

isopropyl alcohol:

• Use only in a well ventilated area.

• Wear rubber gloves.

• Use only on cool rolls.

Cleaning heated rolls can ignite the fumes.

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CAUTION

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

Always use good safety practices when operating or

servicing the laminator and know how to react quickly

in an emergency.

Posted at various locations on your F-60 Laminator are

important safety labels. PAY CAREFUL ATTENTION

TO THESE LABELS AT ALL TIMES! Figure 1-4

shows the location of each of these labels.

Use only 80% isopropyl alcohol or a rubber

cement eraser to clean the laminating rolls.

Harsh chemicals like toluene, acetone or MEK

destroy the silicone covering of the rolls.

Raise the upper main roll when the laminator is

not in operation. Prolonged contact can damage

the rolls.

Excess pressure can damage the laminating rolls.

Always select the minimum roll pressure

necessary to complete the task.

If silicone adhesive contacts the upper or lower

roll, remove it IMMEDIATELY using 80%

isopropyl alcohol. It can harden within an hour

and ruin the roll.

The operating environment must be free of dust,

flammable liquids and vapors. You can be

injured by inhaling chemical vapors. Vapor build

up or stored flammable liquids can cause a fire.

Excessive dust can damage the laminator.

Do not use a knife or other sharp instrument

during installation or while servicing the

laminator. You can cause irreparable damage to

the rolls.

Do not attempt to move the laminator across

anything other than a flat, level surface without

trained and qualified riggers. You can be crushed

or seriously injured.

The F-60 Laminator is a large and heavy piece of

equipment. It is necessary to employ LICENSED

RIGGERS ONLY to move the machine. GBC

Pro-Tech’s warranty does not cover malfunction

of the equipment due to mishandling.

GBC Pro-Tech bears no responsibility for

personal injury or damage due to moving the

laminator improperly.

Do not operate the laminator if the power cord is

damaged or frayed. You can be severely shocked,

electrocuted or cause a fire. Contact a qualified

electrician to replace the cord.

Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.

Do not locate the cord where people can walk on

it. You or others can be severely shocked,

electrocuted or cause a fire.

Safety

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Figure 1-4: Locations of Safety Labels

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F-60™

(Inside cabinet)

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The following are typical safety hazard decals used on GBC Pro-Tech machines, with a brief description (“Mean-

ing” column) of each decal.

WARNING!

Moving parts can

crush and cut.

Do not operate with

guard or door open.

WARNING!

Crush and burn

hazard. Stay clear of

moving rollers. Stop

machine and raise roll

before cleaning.

WARNING!

Carefully read

Operator's Manual

before handling this

machine. Observe

instructions and safety

rules when operating.

WARNING!

HAZARDOUS

VOLTAGE.

To be serviced only by

trained and authorized

personnel.

Lockout power before

servicing.

Reset.

CAUTION!

Surface is hot.

A burn hazard exists.

WARNING!

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 parent rolls are well chucked in the unwind

stands.

- The machine is free of paper scraps, wraps and

jams.

8. There is a potential hazard of entanglement in this

machine caused by items such as long hair, loose

clothing, and jewelry. Make sure your clothing and

hair fit closely to your body and that all jewelry,

rings and watches are removed.

Decal Meaning Decal Meaning

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≤ 100 PSI

≥ 700 KPa

CAUTION!

Rolls are heavy.

Use proper lifting

techniques to prevent

injury.

CAUTION!

Air pressure must be less than 100 PSI (700 kPa) to

avoid damaging the machine.

WARNING!

EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON

Press this button to stop the machine cycle, remove

electric power, and separate (open) rolls to eliminate a

pinch point (on some machines).

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SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

SICHERHEITS-

RICHTLINIEN

CONSIGNES DE

SÉCURITÉ

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F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

Installation

2-1

GBC Pro-Tech is committed to a program of ongoing

product improvement. As a result, we are providing

these instructions so that you can insure that your new

F-60 Laminator is properly and securely unpacked,

moved and installed.

Before a F-60 Laminator can be installed, there are a

few requirements that must be met. Make certain that

each of the requirements listed in the following prein-

stallation checklist are met before beginning installa-

tion.

CAUTION

❏Are doorways and hallways wide enough for the

laminator to be moved to the installation site?

❏Is there ample room for the laminator?

A work area must be established that allows for

operation in both the front and the rear of the

machine and provides space for efficient material

flow. Figure 2-1 shows a typical machine area lay-

out.

❏Is the environment appropriate for the laminator?

The laminator requires a clean, dust and vapor free

environment to operate properly, such as an air

conditioned office area with forced 10% make up

air. However, the laminator must not be located

where there is air blowing directly on it. Major

fluctuation in temperature and humidity are to be

avoided.

WARNING

CAUTION

❏Is there an appropriate power outlet available or

has a certified electrician been contacted to wire

the laminator directly?

The laminator requires 55A single phase, 220/230/

240 VAC service or, in Europe,

3 Phase, 240/400 VAC with 25 Amps per phase.

WARNING

Failure to follow the preinstallation checklist can

result in damage to the laminator.

The operating environment must be free of dust,

flammable liquids and vapors. You can be

injured by inhaling chemical vapors. Vapor build

up or stored flammable liquids can cause a fire.

Excessive dust can damage the laminator.

Do not locate the laminator where air is blowing

directly on the machine. The air flow can cool the

rolls unevenly and result in poor quality output.

Do not attempt to defeat the grounding feature of

the ground plug on the laminator. You can be

severely shocked, electrocuted or cause a fire.

The three prong plug fits only into a grounding-

type power outlet. If you are unable to insert the

plug into the existing outlet, contact a qualified

electrician to replace the obsolete outlet.

Do not use an extension cord on this laminator.

You can be severely shocked, electrocuted or

cause a fire. If you need a longer cable contact a

qualified electrician.

Do not operate the laminator if the power cord is

damaged or frayed. You can be severely shocked,

electrocuted or cause a fire. Contact a qualified

electrician to replace the cord.

Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.

Do not locate the cord where people can walk on

it. You or others can be severely shocked,

electrocuted or cause a fire.

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Figure 2-1: Laminator Space Requirements

78" (~2 m)

3' (~1 m)

Wall

4' x 6' (~1.22 m x 2 m)

Work Table

on Wheels

Table Height

35-3/4"

(~.94 - .95 m)

30"

(~.76 m)

8'6-1/2"

(~2.6 m)

8'6-1/2"

(~2.6 m)

Rear

Front

20'

(~.6 m)

4' x 6' (~1.22 m x 2 m)

Work Table

on Wheels

Table Height

35-3/4"

(~.94 - .95 m)

Electrical

Supply

13' (~4 m)

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Installation

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NOTE

ALL SHIPMENTS ARE EX- WORKS. At our dock title

passes to the buyer. Please review your insurance cov-

erage prior to shipment, as you are responsible for all

subsequent freight charges and risks. Before signing

the Bill of Lading you should be sure to inspect the

crate and/or pallet for signs of damage or missing

items; if applicable, make a note of this on the Bill of

Lading.

The F-60 Laminator is shipped in a wood crate on a

skid.

WARNING

Tools required:

• Phillips head screwdriver

• Adjustable wrench

To uncrate the laminator:

1. Remove the top of the crate and sides 2 and 3 as

shown in Figure 2-2.

Figure 2-2: Removing the Crate

2. There are two hold down bridges that are con-

nected to sides 4 and 5. Remove the hold down

bridges and then remove sides 4 and 5.

CAUTION

3. The infeed pressure plate and ramps are attached to

the skid. Remove them and set them aside for later

installation.

Figure 2-3: Skid Configuration

CAUTION

The unpacking process requires at least two

people. You can be severely injured or crushed.

Install

Screws

Crush and burn

hazard. Stay clear

of moving rollers.

Stop machine and

raise roll before

cleaning.

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100

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AUS

ARR

NOT

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CAL 3200

100

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Do not allow the top to fall into the crate. It can

damage the laminator.

Do not put packing screws on the floor. They can

cause problems when trying to roll the machine

into position.

A second person must support the side

labeled (5) in Figure 2-2. It can fall and damage

the laminator.

Do not use a knife or other sharp instrument

during installation or while servicing the

laminator. You can cause irreparable damage to

the rolls.

2" x 4"

Saddle

Skid

Lag Bolt

Heaters

2" x 4"

Saddle

Skid

Lag Bolt

Skid

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4. Carefully remove the accessory pack from the skid.

The accessory pack should contain:

1 Set, hex wrenches

1 Slitting knife

1 Manual

1 Set, spare fuses

1 Roll of masking tape

1 100% cotton terry cloth

4 Leveling pads

5. Place the foot switch on the pull roll cover to pre-

vent the foot switch wire from damage during

removal of the machine from the skid.

WARNING

6. The machine is supported above the skid by resting

on a support saddle under each end of the machine.

Remove the three long two by fours that attach to

the support saddles.

7. On one side of the machine, remove the lag bolts

holding the support saddle to the skid.

8. Using two of the two by fours as levers, carefully

lift the end of the machine enough to allow the sad-

dle to be removed from the skid and the machine to

rest on its wheels.

9. Repeat Steps 7 and 8 for the other end of the

machine.

10. The ramps included with the laminator can be

secured to the edge of the crate bottom using the

screws left over from the crate disassembly (see

Figure 2-2).

11. Have the machine moved off the skid and placed

on the floor by licensed riggers.

Roll the machine off by securing included ramps to

the edge of the crate bottom using the screws left

over from the crate disassembly (See Figure 2-2).

Lift the machine off by applying fork lift truck

blades to the two bottom tie bars between the cabi-

nets. The fork lift blades must be located at the lift

label locations on the tie bars (see Figure 2-4).

Figure 2-4:

12. Remove any plastic strapping and packing paper

taped to the rolls.

CAUTION

13. Remove all packing materials to a safe distance

from the laminator.

Do not attempt to move the laminator across

anything other than a flat, level surface without

trained and qualified riggers. You can be crushed

or seriously injured. Steps 6 through 11 should be

completed by LICENSED RIGGERS ONLY.

The F-60 Laminator is a large and heavy piece of

equipment. It is necessary to employ LICENSED

RIGGERS ONLY to move the machine.

GBC Pro-Tech bears no responsibility for

personal injury or damage due to moving the

laminator improperly.

Do not use a knife or other sharp instrument

during installation or while servicing the

laminator. You can cause irreparable damage to

the rolls.

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A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING

The crate components can be reused for shipping the

machine again, or can be disassembled and the wood

and screws recycled. The shrink wrap is not recyclable,

however, so it must be discarded.

14. Level the laminator using the procedure later in

this section.

Once the F-60 Laminator has been unpacked and

moved into final position check each of the following

items.

Tools required:

•1/8" hex wrench

• Adjustable wrench

Setup Procedure:

1. Inspect the laminator for any obvious shipping

damage.

2. Using a 1/8" hex wrench, remove the screws secur-

ing the cabinet panel to the control (electrical) side

of the machine.

3. Using a 1/8" hex wrench, remove the screws secur-

ing the cabinet panel to the drive side of the

machine and rotate the panel around the clutch

knob.

4. Inspect all the bolts and tighten any that were loos-

ened during shipping.

5. Set the nip. (See Maintenance for the procedure.)

6. Replace both cabinet covers.

Tools required:

• Adjustable wrench

• Carpenter's level

To level the laminator:

1. Raise each end, remove the castors and install a

leveling pad and stud onto each of the foot brackets

at the four bottom corners of the laminator. Thread

third nut on stud above foot bracket.

2. Thread stud into 4 leveling pads lock down with

nut. Thread second nut onto stud.

3. Place a carpenter's level front to rear across the two

lower tie bars at one end of the machine.

4. Level this end of the machine front to rear, raising

or lowering the leveling pads by adjusting the mid-

dle nuts on the foot bolts.

5. Move the level to the other end of the machine and

level front to rear.

6. Place the level directly on one of the tie bars and

level the machine side to side.

7. Recheck the front to rear level condition to insure

that it has not changed. If it has, repeat the leveling

procedure.

8. When all the measurements indicate that the

machine is level, tighten down the top nuts on the

foot brackets to lock the pads in their current posi-

tion.

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The first time the laminator is started and every time it

is serviced you should use the following checklist to

confirm that the unit is operating properly and that all

safety mechanisms are functioning.

Startup Checklist

Start the laminator and go through the following check-

list.

❏Are the emergency stop buttons working?

Push down on one of the emergency stop buttons.

The laminator should stop. Pull up on the button

and push the reset button on the lower back of the

laminator. The laminator should resume operation.

Always check all buttons.

WARNING

❏Is the mechanical guard system working?

With the laminator running, remove the mechani-

cal guard from the infeed side of the machine. The

rolls should stop. Replace the guard. The laminator

should resume operation.

WARNING

❏Is the footswitch working?

With the laminator running, remove the mechani-

cal guard from the infeed side of the machine. The

rolls should stop. Press the footswitch. The lamina-

tor should resume operation. Vary the speed using

the footswitch (like an automobile accelerator) to

ensure that the footswitch is operating properly at

various speeds.

WARNING

❏Is the motor functioning?

Test the motor at various speeds ranging from

0-15. At 0 the rolls should stop turning.

Run the motor in both forward and reverse.

❏Are the heaters working?

Verify that the heater controller heats the top roll.

Once you have completed the startup checklist you can

safely run a test sample.

Never operate the laminator unless all of the

emergency stop buttons are functioning properly.

You can be crushed or burned.

Never operate the laminator unless the

mechanical guard system is operating properly.

You can be crushed or burned.

Use extreme caution when operating the machine

with the guard off. You can be crushed or

burned.

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

Operation

3-1

The F-60 Laminator has been designed with safety as a

primary consideration. However, you must become

thoroughly familiar with the controls, proper operation,

proper service procedures, and safety features of the

laminator before using or servicing the unit.

GBC Pro-Tech F-60 Laminator is a powerful machine

that is designed to mount, laminate and encapsulate.

The forces required to accomplish these tasks can vary

from negligible to very large.

In addition, the laminating roll of the F-60 can reach

temperatures of 270 °F (132 °C). At these temperatures

there is a danger of a severe burn if the roll is touched

during set-up, operation or servicing.

Safety is an important feature of the F-60 Laminator. It

has emergency stop buttons and a mechanical guard

system on the infeed. In addition, the pull rolls are con-

tained in an enclosure to prevent injury.

The laminator is equipped with four emergency stop

buttons located on the top front and back of either side

of the laminator. Any of these, if engaged, stops the

laminator. To continue operation all emergency stop

buttons must be in the up position and you must press

the reset button above the fuse panel on the back of the

laminator (see Figure 3-2). The laminator is also

equipped with a power lockout (see Figure 3-3) which

stops power to the machine.

Figure 3-1: Using the Emergency Stop Buttons

Figure 3-2: Resetting the Laminator

Figure 3-3: Power Lockout

Twist pressed

button to resume

operation - the

button pops up

Push either

button to stop the

laminator

POWER

Reset Button

POWER

Insert

Lock

Circuit

Breakers

Secured in

"Off" Position

Operation

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The operator controls for the F-60 Laminator are

located on the front and rear of the unit, to the right of

the operator position. The names and functions of these

controls are as follows:

Figure 3-4: Front Control Panel

1. ROLL PRESSURE DISPLAY - Displays the per-

centage of pressure pushing the main laminating

roll down.

2. RUN/STOP – Turns the drive system on or off.

3. MOTION CONTROL FORWARD/REVERSE -

Controls the direction of the drive system, forward,

reverse, or stop.

4. SPEED ADJUSTMENT – Adjusts the speed of

the machine from zero to the maximum as the con-

trol is turned clockwise. (Turtle is slow, rabbit is

fast.)

5. UPPER ROLL HEATER CONTROLLER –

Provides a readout of the temperature of the upper

roll and the set-point for the desired temperature.

6. UPPER ROLL HEAT ON/OFF – Turns the

heater controller for the upper main roll on or off.

7. LOWER ROLL HEATER CONTROLLER–

Provides a readout of the temperature of the lower

roll and the set-point for the desired temperature.

8. LOWER ROLL HEAT ON/OFF – Turns the

heater controller for the lower main roll on or off.

9. COOLING FAN ON/OFF – Turns the cooling fan

on or off.

10. POWER ON/OFF INDICATOR – Indicates

when the main power is being applied to the

machine.

The footswitch on the F-60 Laminator operates much

like the accelerator on an automobile. When the

mechanical guard is removed, use the footswitch to

feed material into the laminator at the rate you select by

pressing the footswitch. The more pressure you apply,

the faster the rolls turn. When you remove pressure

from the footswitch, the rolls stop.

Figure 3-5: Using the Footswitch

Power On/Off

Indicator

Motion Control

FORWARD/

REVERSE

Speed

Adjustment

CAL 3200

100

Upper Roll Heat

ON/OFF

Cooling Fan ON/OFF

Upper Roll Heater

Controller

4567

CAL 3200

Lower Roll Heater

Controller

Roll

Pressure

Display

8Lower Roll Heat

ON/OFF

RUN/STOP 2

WARNING

ACHTUNG

MISE EN GARDE

PRO-TECH

F-60™

CAL 3200

100

4567

CAL 3200

Remove

Guard

Press

Footswitch

(variable

speed)

Feed

Material

Into Nip

WARNING

ACHTUNG

MISE EN GARDE

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

Operation

3-3

Setup of the F-60 Laminator is quick and straightfor-

ward when instructions are followed exactly.

To adjust the nip, please see Maintenance.

Use only the minimum amount of roll pressure needed

to accomplish the task. While higher pressure can make

the adhesive bond faster, excess pressure can damage

the rolls. Wrinkles and bubbles have causes that gener-

ally cannot be cured by applying more pressure.

CAUTION

A typical roll pressure for soft substrates such as Foam-

core is between 20 to 30 pounds per square inch (PSI)

or 140 to 205 kPa.

The range of typical values for hard substrates is 25 to

50 PSI or 170 to 345 kPa.

With the guard removed, move webs through the main

roll nip by:

1. Pressing the RUN button for a slow, constant main

roll rotation.

2. Pressing the STOP button, then pressing the foot-

switch to set the required speed. Releasing the

footswitch stops main roll rotation.

Film is loaded on the appropriate unwinds. Loading

and aligning the film are discussed later in this section.

For applications such as encapsulation, film is fed from

both the top and bottom feed unwinds.

The process of loading and aligning film is the same

for both the top and the bottom unwinds. There are two

important points to remember when loading film:

1. The adhesive side of the film must be oriented

away (on the outside) from the laminating roll.

Otherwise it will immediately bond to the roll, cre-

ating a major clean-up project.

Films have a shiny side and a dull side. The dull

side is the one with the adhesive. The dull side

should ALWAYS face outward from the laminat-

ing roll.

CAUTION

2. The film must be centered on the unwind for best

performance. This is vital when two films are fed

together. If the two films are not aligned, feed

problems, wrinkles and other assorted troubles will

occur.

CAUTION

The F-60 laminator is capable of processing a wide

range of pressure sensitive and thermal laminates onto

an equally wide range of image materials. The primary

considerations are:

• Laminate adhesives are compatible with image

materials.

• The materials properly activate below the 270°

maximum roll temperature and within the speed and roll

nip pressure ranges available on the laminator.

It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure the compati-

bility and operational settings for any laminates/image

material combination. GBC Pro-Tech Technical Sup-

port is available at the number provided in the Mainte-

nance chapter for advice on some material

combinations.

Excess pressure can damage the laminating rolls.

Minimum laminator roll pressure is consistent

with good results.

Always mount the film so that the adhesive side

faces outward from the laminating roll. This

prevents hours of roll cleaning.

Carefully align the two films being fed into the

nip. If not, you will obtain poor results.

Operation

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

3-4

The following procedure is applicable to both the top

and bottom feed unwinds.

1. Open the top unwind by removing the pin and

swinging the arm out.

2. Load the film.

3. Return the arm to its locked position and reinsert

the locking pin.

4. Center the film on the unwind arm by measuring

the distance from the ends of the film to the sides

of the machine using a tape measure.

Use the following instructions when heating one or

both of the laminating rolls. The procedure is the same

for the top and bottom heaters.

1. Set the heater switch to ON.

2. Adjust the temperature controller for the desired

operating temperature using the temperature con-

troller push buttons.

3. When heating the rolls, keep the top roll down and

turning at a moderate speed to prevent uneven

heating.

4. It will take approximately 30 minutes for the lami-

nating roll(s) to reach operating temperature. When

the preset operating temperature has been reached,

the machine is ready to use.

The F-60 Laminator has an adjustable clutch for the

pull rolls on the machine, allowing you to adjust the

amount that the film is tensioned as it leaves the main

rolls and is cooled. The clutch adjustment is made by

using the knob on the left side of the machine.

Pull roll clutch tension adjustment:

Turning the knob clockwise increases tension.

Turning the knob counterclockwise decreases tension.

The pull rolls on the F-60 Laminator are preset for opti-

mum roll pressure and requires no nip adjustment. The

pull rolls can be raised for a 3/8" gap that allows for

easy webbing of the machine.

Prior to raising or lowering the pull rolls, the pull roll

cover must be raised and locked into place.

The pull roll lever is located next to the pull rolls. To

lower the pull rolls, lift the lever up and rotate the lever

until it rests on the center table. To raise the pull rolls,

rotate the lever back down until it locks into place.

To proceed with operation of the machine, the pull roll

cover must be lowered.

CAUTION

Always feed prints perpendicular to the laminating

rolls.

1. Lock core support to middle of the shaft. Lock two

core chucks on shaft ends, located to support mate-

rial a few inches from ends of the roll.

☞

Note

Paper unwind may require two evenly spaced core sup-

ports if wide rolls of prints (paper) are used.

2. Place the roll on the unwind shaft.

3. Carefully close the unwind shaft, holding the roll

away from the hinge.

4. When the shaft is in the saddle, push in the locking

pin.

5. Center the roll of material.

6. Web and tension film per process control chart and

diagram.

When the machine is not in use, the pull rolls

must be raised to prevent damaging the rolls.

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

Operation

3-5

Figure 3-6: Brake Configuration

Process control charts allow you to record the way you

thread film through the machine's rolls and idlers

(called webbing) and the control settings for each prod-

uct and process. Process control charts are an excellent

tool for training new operators. They provide a "road

map" for correct machine setup and operation.

This section contains a blank process control chart and

diagram for the F-60 as well as completed charts for

the basic operations of the laminator.

GBC Pro-Tech laminators respond in a very accurate

and repeatable manner. The charts provide a way to set

up each time, every time for repeatable performance by

assuring that all controls are set to optimum.

The process control charts should be kept in this man-

ual or in a book close to the laminator. Use the machine

to encapsulate the popular charts so they can withstand

food and coffee spills and so they are always available

for ready reference.

☞

NOTE

When trying new products and processes, remember

that GBC Pro-Tech's customer service representatives

are only a phone call away.

The completed process control charts included in this

section are based on Orca-Film and typical prints.

LOWER UNWINDS

Brake

Adjustment

Knob

Core

Support

Core

Chuck

Operation

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

3-6

1. See process chart 3-1.

2. Shims: Set to the thickness of the material being

used for mounting.

3. Upper Laminator Roll Pressure: 10–30%.

4. Speed: 3 fpm (1 m/min).

5. Upper Laminator Roll Heat: 240°F (115 °C).

1. Lay the print on the board. Using a tack iron, tack

the leading edge of the print down onto the board

so it is held in place.

2. Put a piece of contact/release paper over the print

and board. Otherwise, adhesive will be applied to

the laminating roll, which can cause damage and

the ink from electrostatic prints will be deposited

on the roll.

3. Feed the print/board package through the nip.

The following procedure is for one-step mounting and

heat-activated laminating using mounting board with

one adhesive side.

1. See process chart 3-2.

2. Mount the film and web as shown in diagram

3-2.

3. Set the nip for the substrate thickness by raising or

lowering the upper main roll using the hand crank.

4. Laminator Roll Pressure: 10–30%.

5. Speed: 3 fpm (1 m/min).

6. Upper Laminator Roll Heat: 240°F (115 °C).

1. Lay the print on the board. Using a tack iron, tack

the leading edge of the print down onto the board

so it is held in place.

2. Feed the print/board package through the nip.

1. See process chart 3-3.

2. Laminating Roll Pressure: 30-40%.

3. Speed: 0-6 fpm (0-3 cpm).

4. Upper Laminator Roll Heat: 230°F (110 °C).

5. Lower Laminator Roll Heat: 32°F (0 °C).

6. Cooling: Optional.

7. Use of the rear wind-up roll for the finished mate-

rial is optional. It is a good procedure for long runs.

Feed the work into the nip with the leading edge tight

and entering the nip evenly from side to side. For thin

paper from electrostatic printers in roll form it is best to

fold over the leading edge approximately 6 inches to

create a square leading edge.

There are several approaches to the mount/laminate

task. It can be accomplished with either hot or cold

laminate film on the top. Also, the second pass for

mounting can be done by feeding from either the front

or back of the laminator.

See process charts 3-4, 3-5A & B, and 3-6A & B for

film mounting instructions and machine adjustments.

1. Run the print through to apply adhesive and lami-

nate.

2. Trim to slightly larger than the desired finished

size.

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

Operation

3-7

1. Prepare to put the print through a second time to

mount the print to the substrate - anything from

wood, to Masinote, to Gator foam. Start by setting

the shims to the appropriate spacing for the mate-

rial used.

2. Trim the board to the size of the print.

3. Align the work to the board and ensure an exact fit.

Place weights on the center of the print to make

sure that it does not move relative to the board dur-

ing the next steps.

4. Raise one end of the print and peel back approxi-

mately two inches of the liner to expose the adhe-

sive that was applied to the print in the first pass.

Fold it under.

5. Lay the print back down evenly and extremely flat.

From the center outward, tack the exposed adhe-

sive to the substrate.

6. Position the piece so that the end with the liner

peeled back is facing the nip. Insert the first one

inch of the board into the nip. Very carefully wrap

the print back and over the top laminating roll. Be

sure there are no wrinkles in the nip area. Carefully

peel off the liner as the board progresses through

the laminator.

7. Trim the piece to the finished size.

Operation

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FRONT CONTROL SETTINGS

Speed:

Reverse/Forward:

Roll Pressure:

Top Heater:

Cooling:

Bottom Heater:

(F) Fixed Idler

(RI) Removable Idler

(U) Unwind Shaft

(R) Rewind

(UM) Upper Main Roll

(LM) Lower Main Roll

(UP) Upper Pull Roll

(LP) Lower Pull Roll

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Operation

3-9

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NOTE

Guard is removed for this operation. Use automatic slow roll speed (3 ft/min). Footswitch may be used.

FRONT CONTROL SETTINGS

Speed: 2-3 fpm (60-90 cpm)

Reverse/Forward: Forward

Roll Pressure: Trial

Top Heater: 240 ºF (115 ºC)

Cooling: Off

Bottom Heater: Off

Printed

Image

Falcon

Board

Leader

Board

Operation

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☞

NOTE

Guard is removed for this operation. Use automatic slow roll speed (3 ft/min). Footswitch may be used.

FRONT CONTROL SETTINGS

Speed: 1-2 fpm (30-60 cpm)

Reverse/Forward: Forward

Roll Pressure: Trial

Top Heater: 240 ºF (115 ºC)

Cooling: Off

Bottom Heater: Off

Printed

Image

Falcon

Board

Leader

Board

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Operation

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FRONT CONTROL SETTINGS

Speed: 0-6 fpm (0-180 cpm)

Reverse/Forward: Forward

Roll Pressure: 30-60%

Top Heater: 230 ºF (110 ºC)

Cooling: Optional

Bottom Heater: 230 ºF (110 ºC)

Use

Either

Path

Operation

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FRONT CONTROL SETTINGS

Speed: 0-6 fpm (0-180 cpm)

Reverse/Forward: Forward

Roll Pressure: 30-60%

Top Heater: 105 ºF (40 ºC)

Cooling: Off

Bottom Heater: 32 ºF (0 ºC)

Pro

Gloss

Craft

Paper

Release

Paper

Rewind

Use

Any

Path

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Operation

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FRONT CONTROL SETTINGS

Speed: 0-6 fpm (180 cpm)

Reverse/Forward: Forward

Roll Pressure: 30-60%

Top Heater: 105 ºF (40 ºC)

Cooling: Off

Bottom Heater: 32 ºF (0 ºC)

Use

Any

Path

Pro

Gloss

Pro

Mount

Release

Paper

Rewind

Operation

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NOTE

Guard is removed for this operation. Use footswitch to load, then accelerate materials through rolls.

FRONT CONTROL SETTINGS

Speed: 0-6 fpm (0-180 cpm)

Reverse/Forward: Forward

Roll Pressure: Trial

Top Heater: 32-105 ºF (0-40 ºC)

Cooling: Off

Bottom Heater: 32 ºF (0 ºC)

Hold

Encapsulated

Image

Release Liner

(Peel prior to nip)

Foam

Core

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Operation

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FRONT CONTROL SETTINGS

Speed: 0-6 fpm (0-180 cpm)

Reverse/Forward: Forward

Roll Pressure: 30-60%

Top Heater: 230 ºF (110 ºC)

Cooling: Optional

Bottom Heater: 32 ºF (0 ºC)

Use

Any

Path

3 Mil

Gloss

Pro

Mount

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Guard is removed for this operation. Use footswitch to load, then accelerate materials through rolls.

FRONT CONTROL SETTINGS

Speed : 0-6 fpm (0-180 cpm)

Reverse/Forward: Forward

Roll Pressure: Trial

Top Heater: 32-105 ºF (0-40 ºC)

Cooling: Off

Bottom Heater: 32 ºF (0 ºC)

Hold

Encapsulated

Image

Release Liner

(Peel prior to nip)

Foam

Core

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

4-1

GBC Pro-Tech laminators require minimal mainte-

nance. However, regular maintenance is essential to

keep any piece of precision machinery at peak perfor-

mance. A maintenance schedule and a section of proce-

dures are included in this section.

Table 4-1: Maintenance Schedule

Tools required:

• Adhesive coated board

• 80% isopropyl alcohol (or dishwashing detergent)

• Rubber cement eraser

• Several 100% lint free paper or cotton terry cloths

• Protective rubber gloves

To remove heat activated adhesive from laminator

rolls:

WARNING

While the laminator is still at normal operating temper-

ature (200-250 ºF), put on the rubber gloves and, using

a rubber cement eraser, remove any heat activated

adhesive from the rolls. Use “footswitch mode” and

slow speed to rotate the rolls in reverse.

CAUTION

WARNING

Daily

• Clean the rolls

• Inspect the electrical cord for dam-

age

• Inspect the footswitch cord for dam-

age

Monthly

• Adjust the nip

• Check the chain tension

• Inspect the area around the laminator

for possible hazards (dust buildup,

combustible items stored too close,

etc.)

Every Six

Months

• Lubricate the grease fittings and

chain

• Check wire termination tightness

Exercise extreme caution while cleaning the

laminator. You can be caught in the turning rolls

and crushed or burned.

If silicone adhesive contacts the upper or lower

roll, remove it IMMEDIATELY using a rubber

cement eraser. It can harden within an hour and

ruin the roll.

Do NOT pick or pull heat activated adhesive off

the rolls when they are cold. You can cause

irreparable damage to the laminating rolls.

Do not use compressed air to clean the machine.

Blowing debris can be forced into places where it

will later ignite or short electric circuits.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

4-2

To clean beads of adhesive, dust and dirt from the

rolls:

1. Allow the laminator to cool slightly to no higher

than 110ºF (43ºC).

2. Set the FWD/REV switch to the REV position.

3. Clean the rolls using a moderate amount of 80%

isopropyl alcohol on a cotton terry cloth.

CAUTION

WARNING

CAUTION

4. With the laminator rolls no hotter than 110ºF,

remove dust and dirt from the silicone laminating

rolls by running an adhesive-coated board through

the laminator. Be sure to set the nip for the thick-

ness of the board used.

5. Allow the laminator to cool.

To clean the cabinet and covers:

WARNING

1. Using a damp cotton terry cloth (water only), clean

the exterior of the laminator.

WARNING

Use the minimum amount of pressure necessary

to clean the rolls. You can destroy the silicone

layer on the rolls by pressing to hard or

scrubbing too long in one spot.

Exercise care when cleaning the rolls with 80%

isopropyl alcohol:

• Use only in a well ventilated area.

• Wear rubber gloves.

• Use only on cool rolls.

Cleaning heated rolls can ignite the fumes.

Use only 80% isopropyl alcohol or a rubber

cement eraser to clean the laminating rolls.

Harsh chemicals like toluene, acetone or MEK

destroy the silicone covering of the rolls.

Remove and lockout power from the laminator

while you are performing this procedure. You

could be severely shocked, electrocuted, or get

your fingers caught in the drive mechanisms.

Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners on the

laminator. Do not spill liquid of any kind on the

laminator. You can be severely shocked,

electrocuted or cause a fire. Use only a damp

cloth for cleaning.

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

4-3

The gap between two rolls is called the nip.

The purpose of adjusting the nip is to ensure continu-

ous contact between the rolls as the media is drawn

through the machine. This procedure must be done reg-

ularly for the main rolls. It is not necessary to set the

nip on the pull rolls.

Figure 4-1: Properly Set Nip

Tools required:

•1/8" hex wrench

• ¾" hex wrench

To adjust the main roll nip:

CAUTION

1. Remove the left side cabinet cover with the 1/8"

hex wrench by removing the eight screws holding

the cover in place. Gently rotate the cover around

the clutch knob to allow access to the roll lift sys-

tem.

2. Lower the upper main roll so that there is a small

visible gap between it and the lower main roll.

3. Loosen the ¾" jam nut securing the lift assembly

bolt. Adjust the nip by rotating the lift assembly

bolt clockwise to raise the end being adjusted and

counterclockwise to lower it.

Figure 4-2: Nip Setting Assembly

4. Adjust the nip so that there is an even line of light

across the width of the rolls.

5. Secure the jam nut on the lift assembly bolt.

6. Replace the cabinet cover.

The main roll must be at room temperature to

achieve a proper nip setting.

Properly Set Nip

(Distance Between

Rolls is Equal)

Lift

Assembly

Bolt

Jam

Nut

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

4-4

Smaller chain tensioning adjustments on the F-60 Lam-

inator are handled by a secondary chain tensioner, how-

ever, when installing a new chain or when the chain

tension is more seriously out of adjustment, use the fol-

lowing procedure to adjust the chain tension.

Tools required:

•1/8" hex wrench

•3/16" hex wrench

• Screwdriver

To adjust the chain tension:

WARNING

1. Remove the drive side cabinet cover using the 1/8"

hex wrench by removing the eight screws holding

the cover in place. Gently rotate the cover around

the clutch knob to allow access to the drive system

(chain).

2. Loosen the secondary chain tensioner on the sec-

ondary drive chain. The tensioner should, at this

point, not be engaging its respective chain.

3. Loosen all four motor mount bolts using the 3/16"

hex wrench as shown in the figure below. The

motor should just move freely within the slots.

Figure 4-3: Adjusting the Chain Tension

4. Using a screwdriver, apply a small amount of

downward pressure on the motor by prying against

the inside of the side frame until there is ¼" to ½"

play in the chain.

5. Tighten the mounting bolts while maintaining the

downward pressure on the motor.

6. Engage the secondary chain tensioner and apply

pressure until its chain exhibits similar tension to

the primary chain tension.

7. Replace the cabinet cover and reapply power to the

laminator.

Remove and lockout power from the laminator

while you are performing this procedure. You

could be severely shocked, electrocuted, or get

your fingers caught in the drive mechanisms.

Automatic

Chain

Tensioner

Loosen

Motor Mount

Bolts Downward

Force Tightens

Chain

1/4" to

1/2" Play

1/4" to

1/2" Play

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

4-5

Tools required:

•1/8" hex wrench

• High temperature grease or lithium grease

• Grease gun

To lubricate the laminator:

WARNING

1. Remove the drive and control side cabinet covers

using the 1/8" hex wrench by removing the eight

screws holding each cover in place. Gently rotate

the cover around the clutch knob to allow access to

the lubrication points.

2. Using the grease gun, lubricate each grease fitting

with one squirt of high temperature grease.

3. Lubricate the chain using a soft cloth and automo-

tive oil.

4. Replace the cabinet covers, close the safety shields

and reapply power to the laminator.

For machine parts and technical service in North

America, please call: 1-800-790-7787. Please provide

serial number when calling for service. In Europe,

please call: +44 (0) 1844 202 440 or fax: +44 (0) 1844

202 441.

For film and application questions in North America,

please call 1-800-236-8843. In Europe, please call: +44

(0) 1844 202 440 or fax: +44 (0) 1844 202 441.

Do not lubricate the laminator when it is hot. You

can be burned.

Remove and lockout power from the laminator

while you are performing this procedure. You

could be severely shocked, electrocuted, or get

your fingers caught in the drive mechanisms.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

4-6

Problem:

D waves in the image, not in the

laminate.

Hints:

• Check paper tension.

• Check relative moisture content

of the paper.

Problem:

D waves in the laminate.

Hints:

• Increase clutch tension.

• Check roll pressures.

• Check nip settings.

Problem:

Straight waves in the output.

Hints:

• Decrease clutch tension.

• Check operational settings for

materials being used.

Problem:

Waves on only one side of the

output.

Hints:

• Check nip settings.

• Check for even paper tension.

Other Common

Problems:

Problem:

Blistering in the image.

Hints:

• Increase speed or lower

the operating

temperature.

Problem:

Coiling of encapsulated

images.

Hints:

• Balance the upper and

lower unwind brake

tension. Make sure

main roll temperatures

are the same. Adjust

cooling fans.

Problem:

Longitudinal waves or

stuttering, jerking, or

excessive noise from the

drive side of the laminator.

Hints:

• Increase chain tension,

decrease unwind brake

tension.

Problem:

Angled waves on the output.

Hints:

• Check for insufficient clutch

tension.

• Check for insufficient main roll

pressure

Feed

Direction

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

Warranty

5-1

GBC Pro-Tech Engineering Company, Inc. warrants

the equipment sold is free from defects in material and

workmanship for a period of ninety days (90) from the

date of delivery to the customer. This warranty is the

only warranty made by GBC Pro-Tech and cannot be

modified or amended.

GBC Pro-Tech’s sole and exclusive liability and the

customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this

warranty shall be, at GBC Pro-Tech’s option, to

repair or replace any such defective part or prod-

uct. These remedies are only available if GBC Pro-

Tech’s examination of the product discloses to GBC

Pro-Tech’s satisfaction that such defects actually

exist and were not caused by misuse, neglect,

attempt to repair, unauthorized alteration or modi-

fication, incorrect line voltage, contaminated air

supply, or by fire, accident, flood, or other hazard.

This warranty specifically does not cover damage to

the laminating rollers caused by knives, razor blades,

other sharp objects, failure caused by adhesives or

improper use of the machine. Warranty repair or

replacement does not extend the warranty beyond the

initial ninety day period from the date of delivery.

CAUTION

THE WARRANTY MADE HEREIN IS IN LIEU OF

ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OR

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PAR-

TICULAR PURPOSE. GBC PRO-TECH WILL NOT

BE LIABLE FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PER-

SONAL INJURY (UNLESS PRIMARILY CAUSED

BY ITS NEGLIGENCE), LOSS OF PROFIT OR

OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR

INABILITY TO USE THE EQUIPMENT.

This warranty specifically does not cover:

1. Damage to the laminating rolls caused by knives,

razor blades, other sharp objects, or failure caused

by adhesives.

2. Damage to the machine caused by lifting, tilting,

and/or any attempt to position the machine other

than rolling on the installed casters on even sur-

faces.

3. Improper use of the machine.

Unauthorized customer alterations will void this

warranty.

Warranty

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Specifications

6-1

Table 6-1: F-60 Laminator Specifications

Table 6-2: Replacement Parts

Characteristic

Specifications

Dimensions

(L x D x H) Uncrated: 80" x 33" x 57"

(202 x 84 x 145 cm)

Crated: 90" x 44" x 68"

(202 x 84 x 145 cm)

Weight Uncrated: 1200 lbs (544 kg)

Crated :1700 lbs (771 kg)

Laminating Rolls 64" (163 cm) roll face with a

high release surface, upper and

lower rolls internally heated.

Laminating Material Uses pressure sensitive materi-

als up to 62 inches (158 cm)

wide and hot/heat activated

materials up to 61 inches (155

cm) wide on a 3-inch (7.6 cm)

inside diameter core, maxi-

mum roll diameter of 10 inches

(25.4 cm).

Laminating Speeds 0 to 15 fmp (0 to 4.57 mpm)

with variable speed, reversible

action at slow speed (less than 3

ft/min (1 m/min)), start and

stop controlled either through

the instrument panel or with the

variable speed footswitch

Heating Capable of operating tempera-

tures of up to 270 ºF (132 ºC).

Safety Features • Redundant circuit pro-

tected safety shielding

• Mechanical shielding on

infeed

• Slow mode (1 m/min) for

all reverse operations with

beeping warning alarm

• Four emergency stop but-

tons

• Pull rolls contained in an

enclosure to prevent injury

Installation

Requirement 55A single phase, 220/230/240

VAC or, in Europe, 3 Phase,

240/400 VAC with 25 Amps

per phase.

Part

Number Description Recommended

Quantity

001-374 Assembly, Force

Gauge PCB 1

001-505 Assembly, Force

Sensor 1

001-515 Assembly, Control

PCB 1

186-200 Fuse, SB, 3AG, 3A 3

214-313 Switch, Palm, E-stop 1

230-007 Temperature Control 1

425-003 Motor 1

690-059 Roll, Rubber 1

026-004 Flanged Bearing,

Plastic 5/8 2

189-031 Heater, Round 1

230-006 IR Sensor 1

860-014 Tube, Rewind Brake 2

214-005 Microswitch, Safety,

Interlock 1

186-135 Fuse, 250V, 20A,

Ceramic 1

690-052 Roll, Pull, Upper 1

690-053 Roll, Pull, Lower 1

Specifications

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Index

7-1

Accessory pack 2-4

Adjusting

nip 4-3

Chain

Lubrication 4-5

Tensioning 4-4

Cleaning 4-1

Controls

front control panel 3-2

Emergency stop buttons 1-1, 2-6, 3-1

Encapsulation 3-6

Environment 2-1

Extension cord 2-1

Film

loading 3-3

positioning 3-4

Footswitch 3-2, 4-1, 6-1

FWD/REV switch 4-2

Grease fittings 4-5

Ground plug 2-1

Heater 2-6

Controller 2-6

Heaters

Installing 2-5

Heating 3-4

Installation requirements 2-1, 6-1

Isopropyl alcohol 4-1

Laminating material 6-1

Laminating rolls 6-1

Laminating speeds 6-1

Leveling 2-5

Lubrication 4-5

Main rolls 4-3

Maintenance schedule 4-1

Motor 2-6, 4-4

Mounting 3-6

Mounting/Laminating 3-6

Nip 1-2, 2-5, 4-1, 4-2, 4-3

Paper 3-4

Power cord 2-1

Power requirement 2-1

Preinstallation checklist 2-1

Pressure

laminator roll 3-3

Process control charts 3-5

Pull roll

clutch adjustment 3-4

raising and lowering 3-4

Resetting the laminator 1-1, 3-1

Riggers 1-3, 2-4

Rubber cement eraser 4-1

Safety features 6-1

Safety information 1-1

Safety labels 1-3

Setup 3-3

Setup procedure 2-5

Specifications

Dimensions 6-1

Laminating material 6-1

Laminating rolls 6-1

Laminating speeds 6-1

Weight 6-1

Startup checklist 2-6

Technical support

Call 1-800-236-8843 4-5

Two-pass mount and laminate 3-6

Index

F-60 Operation and Maintenance Manual

7-2

Unpacking 2-3

Crate 2-3

Upper main roll 1-3

Warnings and cautions 1-1

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