GBC 25e - Manual (Page 21)

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Operations Manual Patriot 25E
6.0 Applications
The Patriot 25E will accommodate rolls of film on a 1 in.
(2.54 cm) and 2-1/4 in (5.72 cm) cores. This section
covers how to load and thread film and start an application.
A speed guide, helpful hints and important points to
remember are provided.
6.1 Film loading and threading
CAUTION: The laminator should be cool to the touch
before proceeding performing this procedure.
CAUTION: The top and bottom rolls of film must
be of the same width and be present simultaneously.
Do not allow one roll of film to run out before the
opposite roll of laminating film.
1. Remove the feed table.
2. Remove the unwind shafts from the laminator. Remove
the core adapters from the unwind shafts.
3. Move the lower idler out of the locked position.
4. Slide the rolls of laminating film onto the unwind shafts
so the adhesive is facing away from the heat rollers when
replaced into the laminator.
CAUTION: The dull side of the film contains the
adhesive. Use extreme caution when loading
delustered (matte) film as both sides appear dull.
Adhesive side Polyester side
5. Align the film and secure the rolls of laminating film in
place by tightening the thumb screws located on the core
adapters.
INFORMATION: If using standard rolls of film, use
the pre-aligned holes on the supply shaft.
6. Pull the lower roll of laminating film around the lower
idler and back towards the front of the laminator. Pull
enough film to allow it to drape over the roll.