Demco PHOENIX ML44 - Manual (Page 12)

E
NCAPSULATING WITH
F
LEXIBLE
F
ILM
P
OUCHES
Refer to the instruction sheet packed with
each box for specific information on encap-
sulating Flexible Film Pouches.
In addition, refer to the instruction sheet for
information on Compatible Media, Process
Conditions and technical information.
The 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.
1. Insert the article to be laminated in the
pouch so there is at least a 1/8" (3.5mm)
board around each of the sides. This
ensures that moisture never reaches the
image.
2. Place the pouch with the image on the
sled included with the Flexible Pouches or
Purchase Sleds separately.
Note: The Sled is a non-stick board used
to assist in the handling of large Flexible
Pouches. It is made of materials that
will not damage or cause excessive
wear to your PHOENIX Laminator.
3. Smooth out any wrinkles with the side of
your hand or a soft flexible squeegee.
4. Tape the leading edge of the pouch to the
sled using masking tape. 5. Adjust the Control Knob to the
3/16" (5mm) setting for the Sled included
with your Dealers Flexible Pouches. (Or set
the thickness to the thickness of the non-
stick sled material you are using.)
6. Ensure that the PHOENIX rollers are
turned on and set either at the ‘Rabbit’ or
‘Turtle’ speed. Turn the Heat is on, set at
the ‘Pouch’ setting and wait for the LED light
is Yellow indicating the roll temperature is
ready to use.
Note: If your laminate appears cloudy
or your print is not fully adhered to the
board, adjust the speed to the ’Turtle’
setting and reprocess your pouch
board.
7. Slowly insert the sled with the Flexible
Pouch on top into the inlet opening.
8. Ensure that the sled is centered and
straight. A gentle push may be required to
start the sled into the laminator.
9. Hold the edge of the sled until it is en-
gaged, and the laminator begins pulling it
on its own.
10. The sled should feed through the lami-
nator and automatically exit at the rear of
the laminator.
CAUTION! The Sled will be hot! Allow it
to lie flat and cool before removing the
tape.
If there is any dirt or adhesive on the sur-
face of the board, it can be removed by
dampening a lint free cloth with Isopropyl
Alcohol (IPA) and wiping the surface.
CAUTION! Always use care when using
Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA)! IPA is very flamma-
ble. The flash point of IPA is 11(51.8).The
self-ignition temperature is 400(752).
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