SEAL 44/62 - Manual (Page 30)

28 Application Processes
6.11 Encapsulating with a ProSEAL
®
Flexible Pouch using a ProSEAL
®
Carrier Board
1. Refer to the instruction sheet packed with each box of ProSEAL Flexible Pouches for
specific instructions on encapsulating.
2. Also, refer to the instruction sheet for information on Compatible Media, Process
Conditions and Technical Information.
3. The ProSEAL Flexible Pouch consists of two pieces of film that are hinged at one end,
along a short side. Separate the two pieces starting at the end opposite the hinge.
Take care not to break the hinged seal.
4. Insert the article to be laminated in the pouch so there is at least a 1/8" (3.5mm)
border around each of the sides. This ensures that moisture never reaches the
image.
5. Place the pouch with the image on the carrier board included with the Flexible
Pouches or ProSEAL Sled carrier. (The ProSEAL Sled is a carrier board to assist in
the handling of large Flexible Pouches. It is made of materials that will not damage or
cause excessive wear to the ProSEAL Laminators.) Smooth out any wrinkles with the
side of the hand or a soft flexible squeegee.
6. Tape the leading edge of the pouch to the sled using masking tape.
7. Adjust the Control Knob to the 3/16" (5mm) setting for the ProSEAL Sled. Be sure that
the heat is on. (max. temperature)
8. Insert the carrier board with the Flexible Pouch on top into the inlet opening. Ensure
that the carrier board is centered and straight. A gentle push may be required to start
the carrier board into the machine. Hold the edge of the carrier board until it is
engaged and the Laminator begins pulling it on its own.
9. The carrier board will feed through the Laminator and automatically exit at the rear of
the machine.
10. CAUTION! The carrier board will be hot!
Allow it to lie flat and cool before removing the tape.
Note:
If there is any dirt or adhesive on the surface of the board, it can be removed by
dampening a lint free cloth with ISO Propyl Alcohol (IPA) and wiping the surface.
WARNING:
ALWAYS USE CARE WHEN USING IPA! IPA IS VERY FLAMMABLE!
THE FLASH POINT OF IPA IS 11°C (51.8°F). THE SELF-IGNITION
TEMPERATURE IS 400°C (752°F).