ibico PQ12, Operating Instructions Manual

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PQ12

PQ9

Operating Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

YOUR SAFETY AS WELL AS THE SAFETY
OF OTHERS IS IMPORTANT TO US. IN THIS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND ON THE
PRODUCT ARE IMPORTANT SAFETY
MESSAGES. READ THESE MESSAGES
CAREFULLY.

THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL PRE-
CEDES EACH SAFETY MESSAGE IN

THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.THIS SYMBOL
INDICATES A POTENTIAL PERSONAL SAFE-
TY HAZARD THAT COULD HURT YOU OR
OTHERS, AS WELL AS CAUSE PRODUCT
DAMAGE OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

THE FOLLOWING WARNING IS FOUND ON
THE BOTTOM OF THE PRODUCT.

This safety message means that you could
be seriously hurt or killed if you open the
product and expose yourself to hazardous
voltage.

The following ISO and IEC symbols appear
on this product, and their meaning is as
follows:

Off

Power 

Run 

Temperature Control

Ready

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING: FOR YOUR
PROTECTION DO NOT CONNECT

THE POUCH LAMINATOR TO ELECTRICAL
POWER UNTIL YOU READ THESE
INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY. KEEP THESE
INSTRUCTIONS IN A CONVENIENT
LOCATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. TO
GUARD AGAINST INJURY, THE FOLLOWING
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MUST BE
OBSERVED IN THE SET-UP AND USE OF
THIS PRODUCT.

GENERAL SAFEGUARDS

• Use the Ibico pouch laminator only for its

intended purpose of laminating documents
according to the indicated specifications.

• Do not place anything in the throat open-

ing of the machine other than carriers with
pouches/documents.

• Place unit on a secure, stable work area to

prevent the machine falling and possibly
causing personal injury and damage to the
unit.

• Turn unit off when not in use for an

extended period of time.

• Follow all warnings and instructions

marked on the product.

ELECTRICAL SAFEGUARDS

• The pouch laminator must be connected to

a supply voltage corresponding to the
electrical rating of the machine as
indicated.

• Unplug the pouch laminator before moving

it, or when it is not in use for an extended
period of time.

• Do not operate with a damaged supply

cord or plug, after it malfunctions, or after it
has been damaged in any manner.

• Do not overload electrical outlets beyond

their capacity as this can result in fire or
electrical shock.

• Do not alter attachment plug. Plug is con-

figured for the appropriate electrical supply.

• The unit is intended for indoor use only.
• Never push objects into this product

through cabinet slots. Do not spill liquid of
any kind on this product.

SERVICE

• Do not attempt to service or repair the

pouch laminator yourself. Unplug the unit
and contact an authorized service repre-
sentative for any required repairs.

CLEANING

CAUTION: Unplug this product before
cleaning.

• Wipe exterior only with a damp cloth. Do

not use detergents or solvents.

SET-UP

1. Connect power cord to appropriate

power source.

2. Confirm the type of pouch you are using

–carrier or carrier-less– and move carri-
er/carrierless switch to appropriate
position.

3. Push the power switch to the “run”

position.

4. Select appropriate temperature for the

pouch gauge thickness and material
thickness you are laminating. 

Temperature Setting Guidlines*

Set the temperature knob to the appropriate
setting for the pouch gauge and material
thickness you are laminating. When lami-
nating thin paper with light ink coverage set
the temperature dial at the low end of the
range. Thick paper and heavy ink coverage
require higher settings within the range.

* Temperature setting will vary due to the

finish, chemistry and heat absorption
properties of the materials you are laminat-
ing. If pouch is cloudy the first pass through
the machine, adjust temperature setting
higher and run through again. If warping
occurs, reduce temperature. Run additional
pieces at lower setting once machine has
cooled. Always allow sufficient time for
laminator to adjust to changes in
temperature settings.

OPERATION

This Pouch Laminator is designed to run
Carrier or Carrierless pouches. Check your
pouches. Always run carrier pouches with a
carrier to prevent pouch adhesive from
oozing onto the rollers. Know your pouch
before operating the laminator.

Carrier Pouches

1. Move carrier/carrierless switch to “carrier”

position and move power switch to “run.”

2. Wait for ready light to illuminate.
3. Center the item to be laminated into a

pouch.

4. Insert the pouch and item into a carrier

which is provided with each carton of
pouches. Position the sealed edge of the
pouch against the inside folded edge of
the carrier. Handle carriers carefully so
they can be re-used.

5. Insert the folded edge of the carrier

straight into the front of the laminator until
you feel the rollers pick up the carrier.

6. Remove the warm carrier from the rear of

the pouch laminator after it has stopped
moving. Place on flat surface to cool for
one minute before removing finished
pouch.

7. When you are finished laminating switch

the machine to “OFF”.

Carrier-less Pouches

1. Move carrier/carrierless switch to “carrier-

less” position and move power switch to
“run.”

2. Wait for ready light to illuminate.
3. Center the item to be laminated into a

pouch.

4. Insert the sealed edge of the loaded pouch

into the laminator until you feel the rollers
pick up the pouch.

WARNING

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Electrical shock hazard. Do not
open. No user servicable parts
inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.

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