A 2024 - Laminating machine OLYMPIA - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Laminating machine
Brand	Olympia
Model	A 2024
Maximum lamination format	DIN A4 (240 mm width)
Number of rollers	2 heating rollers
Operating temperature	Hot and cold lamination
Warm-up time	Approximately 2 to 5 minutes
Compatible pouch thickness	80 µm (min) to 175 µm (max)
Maximum lamination thickness	0.6 mm
Lamination speed	430 mm/min
Power supply	220-240 V, 50 Hz
Maximum power	500 W, 2.17 A
Dimensions (L x W x H)	382 x 191 x 124 mm
Weight	Approximately 2.0 kg
Special features	Reverse function for jam, automatic shut-off after 30 min of inactivity, LED status bar
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean the rollers with a folded sheet of paper; housing can be cleaned with mild soap and a damp cloth
Safety instructions	Use on a flat, dry surface, easily accessible socket, do not touch hot parts, keep children and pets away
Warranty	Return the device in its original packaging with the proof of purchase to the retailer
General information	Do not laminate heat-sensitive documents (e.g., photosensitive paper); laminated official documents may lose their validity

Frequently Asked Questions - A 2024 OLYMPIA

How to hot laminate with the Olympia A 2024?

Plug in the device, turn on the main switch, then press the on/off button. Select the pouch thickness with the dedicated button. Wait until the LED bar turns solid blue (warm-up time approx. 2-5 minutes). Insert the pouch closed end first into the entry slot. Lamination occurs automatically. Caution: the exiting pouch is very hot.

How to cold laminate with the Olympia A 2024?

Connect the device, turn on the main switch and the on/off button. Press the hot/cold lamination button several times until the COLD LED lights up. The solid blue LED bar indicates the device is ready. Insert the pouch closed end first. If the device was previously used for hot lamination, let it cool down (flashing red LED bar).

What to do in case of a paper jam?

Press the reverse button on the control panel. The jammed pouch should come out through the entry slot. Then clean the rollers by inserting a folded sheet of paper several times. If the problem persists, contact the retailer.

How to clean the laminator rollers?

To remove adhesive residue, insert a folded sheet of paper into the entry slot. The paper will carry away the residue as it exits. Repeat the process several times. For the housing, use a damp cloth with mild soap after unplugging the device. Never use solvents.

Which pouches to use for the Olympia A 2024?

Use hot or cold lamination pouches according to the selected mode. The thickness must be between 80 µm and 175 µm. Do not cut the pouches and ensure they are clean and not wrinkled to avoid jams.

What is the maximum document size I can laminate?

The maximum lamination width is 240 mm, corresponding to DIN A4 format. The length is not limited, but the pouch must be suitable for the format.

How long does it take for the device to heat up?

The warm-up time is approximately 2 to 5 minutes. The LED bar flashes red during heating, then becomes solid blue when the temperature is reached.

Can I laminate official documents such as ID cards?

It is not recommended to laminate official identification documents (ID cards, driver's licenses, etc.) because lamination may render them invalid by altering their authenticity. Check the applicable legislation.

Does the device turn off automatically?

Yes, the laminator automatically powers off after 30 minutes of inactivity. To turn it back on, press the on/off button on the control panel.

What if the laminated pouch is not transparent?

If the pouch is not perfectly transparent after lamination, you can run it through the device a second time to improve the result. Make sure the selected temperature and thickness are correct.

USER MANUAL A 2024 OLYMPIA

Important Safety Information 15
Important Information. 16
Exemption From Liability 16
Intended Use 17
Features 17
Operating Elements 18
Cold Laminating 19
Hot Laminating 20
Clearing Foil Jams 21
Cleaning and Servicing 21
Troubleshooting 22
Disposal 23
Warranty 23

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Please observe the following information to ensure reliable operation of the laminator:

• Read this manual thoroughly and observe the instructions and information in it when operating the device.
• Keep the operating manual in a safe place for future reference.
• The device may only be operated indoors in dry rooms which are well ventilated.
• The device must be set down on a level surface and may only be used when horizontal.
• Do not use the device in the vicinity of hot surfaces or in damp environments and protect it from direct sunlight and dusty conditions.
• Ensure that the power switch is in the "OFF" position before connecting the laminator to the mains power supply.
• The mains power socket and power connection on the device must be freely accessible for reasons of safety, namely to enable the power supply to be disconnected quickly in an emergency!
• Switch the device off immediately if a strong smell comes from it.
• Switch the device off when it is not being used.
• Disconnect the power plug when the device is not in use.
• Prevent damage to the power plug and power cable. Never twist or kink the power cable nor set it down on hot surfaces. Do not operate the device if the power cable or power plug is damaged.
• Never take hold of the power plug with damp hands.
• Keep loose clothing, ties, jewellery, long hair and other loose objects away from the device. Risk of injury!
  Children must not be allowed in the vicinity of the device when it is ready to operate.
• Ensure no pets can get near the device.
• Always use the lamination foil pockets recommended for the device (refer to "Features"). Using lamination foil which is too large could lead to the unit jamming.
• Do not use foil pockets intended for cold lamination for hot lamination. This could damage the device, foil pockets and document.
• Never cut lamination foil to size. The resulting cut edges could cause the lamination foil to jam.
• Never use foil pockets which are soiled. Clean them beforehand, if necessary, using a soft, slightly damp cloth.

Metallic objects cannot be laminated.
- Do not laminate heat sensitive materials, such as thermal paper, in the device.
- Lamination of moist documents produces poor results.
- Maintain a pause of at least 15 seconds between each lamination process.
- Allow the device to cool down for at least 30 minutes after use.
Only transport the device when it is in a cool state.
- Never touch hot parts of the device. Risk of burns! Handle the foil pockets just laminated with due care and attention. They are very hot!

Important Information

• ID cards and documents could lose their validity if they are laminated because the official status of the document can no longer be validated.
  If you transfer the laminator to others, always hand over this operating manual with it.
• If very soft material (such as serviettes) or very small size material is to be laminated, we recommend inserting a folded sheet of paper in the foil pocket too, to prevent the possibility of the document being laminated from jamming. The folded edge of the sheet must be inserted into the laminator first.

Exemption From Liability

We cannot guarantee that the information which relates to the technical properties of the product or to the product itself contained in this document is correct. The product and its accessories described in this document are subject to constant improvement and further development. For this reason, we reserve the right to modify components, accessories, technical specifications and related documentation of the product described herein at any time without notice.

Intended Use

This laminator can be used for the hot or cold lamination of photos, card, documents, paper etc. Any other use is considered unintended use. Unauthorised modifications or reconstructions are not permitted.

Features

Protection and refinement of your documents. Lamination of photos, documents, graphics etc. up to the sizes A3 (A 3024, A 3048) and A4 (A 2024, A 2048).

The device operates using 4 heating rollers (A 2048, A 3048) or 2 heating rollers (A 2024, A 3024), has a fast warm-up phase and laminates without carriers.

An LED strip indicates the operating status
Automatic switch-off in the event of overheating
- High quality heating system prevents smudging and blistering
- Warm-up phase of approx. 2 minutes (8μm setting), max. 5 minutes (other settings)
Cool down phase to room temperature, approx. 30 minutes
- Foil thickness using A 2024 + A 3024: min. 80~ m , max. 175~ m
- Foil thickness using A 2048 + A 3048: min. 80 m ,max. 250 m

Laminating system: Hot roller technology, 4 heating rollers (A 2048, A 3048) 2 heating rollers (A 2024, A 3024)

Maximum laminating width: 338 mm (A 3024, A 3048)
240 mm (A 2024, A 2048)

Maximum lamination thickness: 0.8 mm (A 2048, A 3048)
0.6 mm (A 2024, A 3024)

Laminating speed: 430 mm/min (A 2024, A 3024) 600 mm/min (A 2048, A 3048)

Power supply: 220-240 Volt / 50 Hz

Rated input power: Max. 800 W, 3.48 A (A 3024, A 3048) Max. 500 W, 2.17 A (A 2024, A 2048)

Dimensions (L x W x H): 482 x 191 x 124 mm (A 3024, A 3048)
382 x 191 x 124 mm (A 2024, A 2048)

Weight: approx. 2.84 kg (A 3024), approx. 3.25 kg (A 3048) approx. 2.0 kg (A 2024), approx. 2.3 kg (A 2048)

Operating Elements

1 Laminator discharge
4 Laminator infeed
2 Power switch
5 LED strip
3 Operating panel

Operating panel A 2024 / A 3024

Operating panel A 2048 / A 3048

6 Indicators for cold/hot laminating and selected foil thickness
7 Reverse button
8 Button for selecting cold/hot laminating and foil thickness
9 On/Off button

Cold Laminating

1. Connect the power cable to an easily accessible, standard electrical socket.

Attention: Check that the voltage specifications of the machine correspond to that of your power supply network (220 - 240 V / 50 Hz).

1. Switch on the power switch on the rear side of the device.
2. Press the On/Off button on the operating panel to switch the device on. The drive motor for the transport rollers starts up.
3. Press the button for selecting cold/hot laminating and foil thickness, several times if necessary, until the COLD LED lights up in the operating panel. The LED strip lights up blue, continually, when the device is ready for use.

Attention: If you have just finished using the laminator for hot laminating, you must let the laminator cool down. The equipment takes about 30 minutes to cool down. The LED strip flashes red during the cool down phase.

1. Insert the document to be laminated in the foil pocket so that there is a margin of approx. 3-5 mm to the edge of the foil on all sides.
2. Insert the foil pocket containing the document in the laminator's infeed slot. Insert the ready closed side of the foil in first. The laminating process occurs automatically.

Note: To prevent the foil pocket from creasing, never feed the open side of the laminating pocket first in the infeed slot of the laminator.

Note: If the device remains unused for 30 minutes, it switches off automatically. Press the On/Off button on the operating panel to switch the device on again.

1. When you have finished your laminating tasks, press the On/Off button on the operating panel to switch the device off. Switch off the power switch on the rear side of the device. Also disconnect the power plug, particularly when the device will remain out of operation for a longer period.

Hot Laminating

1. Connect the power cable to an easily accessible, standard electrical socket.

Attention: Check that the voltage specifications of the machine correspond to that of your power supply network (220 - 240 V / 50 Hz).

1. Switch on the power switch on the rear side of the device.
2. Press the On/Off button on the operating panel to switch the device on. The drive motor for the transport rollers starts up.
3. Select the foil thickness: Press the button for selecting cold/hot laminating and foil thickness, several times if necessary, until the LED beside the relevant foil thickness lights up in the operating panel. The LED strip flashes red during the warm-up phase (approx.. 2 minutes (80 m setting), approx. 5 minutes (other settings)). The LED strip lights up blue continually when the correct temperature is reached and the device is ready for use.

Attention: If you have laminated larger foil thicknesses at higher temperatures beforehand, you must let the laminator cool down. The cool down phase can take up to 30 minutes. The LED strip flashes red during the cool down phase.

1. Insert the document to be laminated in the foil pocket so that there is a margin of approx. 3 - 5mm to the edge of the foil on all sides.

Attention: Only use hot laminating foils!

Attention: Observe the permissible foil thicknesses (refer to Features)!

1. Insert the foil pocket containing the document in the laminator's infeed slot. Insert the ready closed side of the foil in first. The foil pocket, with the document inside, is automatically drawn in and sealed.

Note: To prevent the foil pocket from creasing, never feed the open side of the laminating pocket first in the infeed slot of the laminator.

Attention: The foil is very hot and soft when ejected following lamination. Therefore, handle the laminated product with extreme care.

Note: To flatten the laminated product, place a book or similar heavy, flat object, on it.

Note: If the device remains unused for 30 minutes, it switches off automatically. Press the On/Off button on the operating panel to switch the device on again.

1. When you have finished your laminating tasks, press the On/Off button on the operating panel to switch the device off. Switch off the power switch on the rear side of the device. Also disconnect the power plug, particularly when the device will remain out of operation for a longer period.

Clearing Foil Jams

The laminator is provided with a reversing function in order to clear foil jams quickly.

1. If the foil jams, press the Reverse button
2. The jammed foil is released and is fed out at the laminator infeed slot.
3. It will probably be necessary to then clean the unit several times as described in the Section "Cleaning and Servicing".
4. If foil jams occur repeatedly or jammed foil cannot be removed from the laminator, please contact the sales outlet where you purchased the device (refer to Guarantee).

Cleaning and Servicing

Deposits and residual adhesive on the transport rollers can influence the results of the laminating process. Therefore, the transport rollers must be cleaned regularly after use:

To do this, insert a folded piece of paper in the infeed slot. Residual adhesive is removed and taken up by the paper when ejected. Repeat the process several times.

Disconnect the power plug before starting to clean the unit with a damp cloth. If necessary, the housing can be cleaned using a cloth moistened with clean water with a little mild soap applied. Never use any solvents or aggressive cleaning agents.

Troubleshooting

Fault	Corrective measures
·The LED strip does not light up ·Device does not respond	·Check that the power switch on the rear side of the device has been switched on. Also check that the On/Off switch on the operating panel has been switched on. ·If the fault cannot be cleared, please contact the sales outlet where you purchased the device (refer to Guarantee).
·Foil jam	·Check the foil pockets being used are the correct size. ·Only use foil pockets of the size specified. ·Ensure that the foil pocket is straight when inserted in the device. ·To clear the fault, follow the instructions in the Section "Clearing Foil Jams".
·Laminated foil is not completely transparent	·Laminate the same foil again to improve the lamination result.

CE

Conformity of the equipment to the EU directives is confirmed by the CE mark.

Disposal

This symbol (crossed out waste bin) indicates that the product must be returned to an authorised recycling centre or collection point when it has reached the end of its service life. This symbol only applies in member states of the EEA¹.

Warranty

In the case of a defect, please return the device together with the receipt and original packing material to the point-of-sale.

To view the complete Declaration of Conformity, please refer to the free download available on our website www.go-europe.com.