SEAL 6500 User Manual

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SAFETY FEATURES 10The SEAL Image 6500 Laminator is designed with safety and protective devices with the user’s safety of utmost consideration. However

LAMINATOR FEATURES11Features1. Control panel system • For independent control of pressure, temperature and read-out of speed and material usage. 2. S

FRONT CONTROL PANEL 121. Air Pressure Gauge: Indicates the PSI reading for thedownward pressure of the top main roller. The standardsetting for the no

BACK CONTROL PANEL131. Air Pressure Gauge: Indicates the PSI reading for thedownward pressure of the top pull roller. The standardsetting for the norm

CLUTCH CONTROL PANEL 14The Clutch Control Panel is located on the left-sidecabinet when facing the rear of the laminator. Theoperator can adjust the a

TOP MOTOR CONTROL PANELS15Figure 8. Top Motor Control PanelThe Motor Control Panels are centrally located onthe top of both side cabinets. This locati

16 CHECKING OPERATIONAfter you are familiar with the control panels andtheir functions, check all operations.Check the Main Power• Press the Stand-By

SET-UP AND OPERATION17TEMPERATURE SETTINGS• Select the film(s) that you will use on the top (and bottom) of the images. • Check which temperature sett

SET-UP AND OPERATION LOADING A ROLL OF MATERIAL• Turn the unwind brake fully towards you so there is nobrake tension on the unwind shaft (until no gap

SET-UP AND OPERATION19PIVOTING TABLE USE FOR WEBBING• First, remove the roll easel shaft from its brackets and set aside. • Pull out both retaining pl

2SEAL®IMAGE®6500 LAMINATOR — TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SET-UP AND OPERATION 20SETTING THE UNWIND BRAKE TENSIONRefer to the Features Page for identification.IMPORTANT! The brake tension greatly affects thes

SET-UP AND OPERATION21AUTO-RUN OPERATION• The continuous-run operation allows the user to set thedirection of the roller rotation and adjust the rolle

FEEDING IMAGES 22BASIC STEPS TO FEEDING IMAGESNOTE: For good results, the process requires that theimages be fed through correctly. • Make sure the le

WEBBING FILMS WITHOUT A RELEASE LINER23The following are the basic webbing procedures forwebbing films without a release liner:• Select films slightly

WEBBING FILMS WITH A RELEASE LINER 24The following are the basic webbing procedures forwebbing films with a release liner:• Select films slightly wide

DECALING (HEAT-ACTIVATED)25This process involves applying a hot film to the topand a cold backing adhesive to the bottom of thegraphic. This process c

DECALING (PRESSURE-SENSITIVE) 26This process involves applying a cold pressure-sensi-tive over-laminate to the top and a cold pressure-sensitive mount

MOUNTING27This process involves mounting previously prepareddecals onto a substrate. No films or adhesives arerequired for this process.TO MOUNT DECAL

ENCAPSULATING 28This process involves completely sealing an imagebetween two films. Follow the webbing instructionsfor films specific for your locatio

29PRE-COATING BOARDSThis process is used to coat substrates with a self-adhesive coating onto which images can be mounted. Preparation:IMPORTANT! Ensu

INTRODUCTION3Thank you for purchasing a SEAL®Image®6500 Laminator.We have designed the SEAL Image 6500 to give you years ofreliable service. As you be

LOW-TEMP VINYL TRANSFER 30This process involves transferring an image onto aflexible vinyl. Top roller temperature and amount ofmain roller downward p

PROCESS CONTROL SHEETProcess: ______________________________________Application Use: _______________________________Top Unwind Shaft: ________________

CLEANING/MAINTAINING YOUR LAMINATOR 32WARNING! Turn the door interlock to the OFF position and then disconnect the laminator from thepower supply befo

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SHEET33Grease Bearings Chain Tension Drain Water Safety CheckAdjustment/Oil Chain** (Air Filter)*** After ServicingNOTE: Enter

TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE 34Problem Solution The laminator will not turn on. • Check if the power cable is plugged into the mains wall outlet.• Check tha

GLOSSARY OF TERMS35Decal:An image that has been laminated on top (either heat-activat-ed or pressure-sensitive) with an adhesive backing.Film:A synony

SPARE PARTS LIST 36PART DESCRIPTION PART #Air Compressor 225020Fan Tube 615463Roll Easel Shaft Assembly 5520Supply Shaft Assembly 5519Table, Image Gui

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS37MechanicalDimensions (H x W x D) 56" x 85" x 57" (1,423mm x 2,159mm x 1,448mm)Net Weight 1,800 lbs. (818 kg)S

LIMITED WARRANTYSEAL Graphics warrants to the original consumer purchaserthat each new SEAL Brands Image Laminator, which provesdefective in material

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4Connect the laminator in accordance with the detailsgiven on the identification plate attached to the rearof the laminator.

WORKSPACE REQUIREMENTS5• Keep the area around your laminator clear with adequate space around it so you can feed, receive and trim mounted and/or lami

ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS 6The following environmental conditions are ideal forthe best operation of the laminator.AMBIENT TEMPERATUREThe best temperatur

UNPACKING, SET-UP AND INSTALLATION7Only skilled personnel should perform installation.Read and comply with all warnings and follow theproper installat

UNPACKING, SET-UP AND INSTALLATION 8UNPACKING YOUR LAMINATOR• Remove the transport packing and the plastic shrink-wrap the laminator is wrapped in to

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS9SAFETY SYMBOLS USED ON THE LAMINATORIMPORTANT! Read and make sure you understandthese safety and operating guidelines.Rotating Pa