LA 402 - Laminating machine Genie - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Laminating machine
Brand	Genie
Model	LA 402
Dimensions (L x W x H)	348 x 120 x 71.5 mm
Power supply	220-240 V, 50 Hz, 210 W
Laminating width	230 mm (max DIN A4)
Recommended film thickness	80 to 100 microns
Max document thickness (including film)	0.5 mm
Preheating time	3 to 5 minutes
Laminating speed	250 mm/min
Intended use	Laminating documents only
Jam release system	ABS button to release jammed films
Safety	Hot surface, do not touch; automatic shut-off? No, on/off button
Maintenance and cleaning	Unplug, let cool, clean with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive products.
Warranty	24 months from date of purchase
Included accessories	User manual

Frequently Asked Questions - LA 402 Genie

How to use the Genie LA 402 laminator?

Plug in the device, set the switch to I. Wait for the green Ready indicator to light up (3-5 min). Place your document in a suitable pouch, insert it sealed side first into the front slot. The device feeds and laminates automatically. Let the pouch come out without pulling.

What type of film to use for lamination?

Use films of size ≤ DIN A4 and thickness 80 to 100 microns. Films that are too thin may jam. Only use pouches intended for hot lamination.

What to do if the film jams in the device?

Immediately turn off the device (position O), unplug it and let it cool briefly. Press the ABS button in the direction of the arrow, hold it down, and gently remove the film from the front or rear slot.

Can I laminate photos or fragile documents?

For thin or fragile documents (newspapers, napkins), use 100 micron films. Not recommended for very fragile documents: they may be damaged.

How to clean the Genie LA 402 laminator?

Unplug the device, let it cool completely. Clean the exterior with a slightly damp soft cloth. Do not use any abrasive or caustic cleaners and avoid liquid contact with the plug.

What is the warranty period and how to activate it?

The warranty is 24 months from the date of purchase. Keep the proof of purchase. The warranty covers material or manufacturing defects, but not damage to fragile parts or resulting from improper use.

Can I use an extension cord with the laminator?

It is not recommended to use an extension cord. The device must be plugged directly into a nearby outlet and remain accessible at all times.

Is it possible to laminate multiple small documents in the same pouch?

No, it is not recommended to put multiple small documents in the same pouch. Use a pouch suitable for each document or group of documents.

Can the device be used continuously?

This laminator is not designed for intensive use in a commercial environment. After 30 minutes of use, it is recommended to leave it off for 30 minutes.

What to do if the device does not heat up?

Check that the device is plugged in and the sliding switch is on I. The red Power indicator should light up. If after 5 minutes the green Ready indicator does not light up, contact customer service.

USER MANUAL LA 402 Genie

thank you for buying this quality product from GENIE. Please read this instruction carefully before initial operation. Particularly take note of the following safety instructions. Please keep this instruction for future reference and pass it, when handing over this item. If you should have any further questions on the device or complaints you will find our service information at the end of this instruction.

Intended Use:

The laminator is only suitable for laminating documents. Any other use or modification shall be deemed to be improper and involves substantial risk of accidents.

Important advice about safety

1. Read through these operating instructions carefully and completely before using the machine for the first time.
2. Only put the machine on a flat and dry surface. It must be freely accessible from all sides. It is not recommended to use an extension cable!
3. Do not open or repair the laminating machine yourself but take it to your specialized dealer whenever it is damaged, or contact our service hot line.
4. Only use films of the correct size (up to DIN A4 max.) and thickness (80 to 100 microns). Films that are too thin cause a blockage of the film in the machine.
5. Do not touch the hot surface of the machine after it has started up.
6. The laminating machine is not allowed – for safety reasons – to be used by children, unless they are supervised by an adult.
7. Never use the machine outdoor or near water.
8. Hot lamination: do not laminate in this mode any materials that are sensitive to heat with this machine, like thermo-fax paper for example. These materials are only suitable for cold lamination.
9. Do not pour or spill any liquid into the machine or onto it.
10. Do not insert any metal objects into the machine. Please do not grasp inside the machine with your fingers.
11. The laminating machine is unsuitable for constant use commercially. It is recommended to switch "O" the machine for 30 minutes, after it has been operating for a period of approximately 30 minutes.
12. The socket should be near the device and easily accessible.

Starting up the laminating machine

1. Push the plug into the mains socket outlet and set the switch to 'I'. The red LED (Power) lights up and the heating process will begin.

2. The green LED (Ready) lights up after approximately 3 - 5 minutes. Now you can begin the laminating process.

3. Open the laminating film and lay the material that is to be laminated directly onto the closed side. Leave a margin of between 3mm and 5mm approximately beyond the edges while doing so.

Caution

a) Choose a film of correspondingly suitable size in relation to the material that is to be laminated respectively.
b) It is not recommended to process several smaller materials in one film.
c) Do not cut up the film before the laminating is done.
d) The material that is to be laminated, is not allowed to be thicker than 0.5mm including the film.
e) It is imperative to only laminate very thin or soft materials, like newspaper or serviettes for example, with thicker films (100 microns). We recommend refraining from any attempt to do so!
f) Do not insert any laminating film without the contents.
q) Never utilize laminating pockets on one side or when they are rolled up.
h) Only utilize laminating foils that are also described as such. Other kinds of film, like transparent wallets for example, are unsuitable for laminating!

1. Insert the material within the laminating film straight and with the closed side first into the feed opening on the machine's front side. The material will feed it in automatically now.
2. The laminated material that emerges from the delivery opening on the machine's back side is not allowed to be pulled out by force. Wait until it has run out of the machine completely. Let the laminated material to cool down briefly!
3. Switch off the machine after the laminating has ended, by setting the switch to 'O'. Let the machine cool down and always pull the plug out of the mains socket outlet after using the machine.

Note: Do not feed the laminator further with foil in case of a blockage. Turn off the device immediately!

Clearing a blockage of the film

1. This machine is equipped with a film blockage function in order to resolve any blockage of the film. Such function is featured by ABS button on BACK SIDE of the laminator.
2. Please switch off the machine immediately by setting the switch to "O" and pull out the plug from the mains socket outlet, let the machine to cool down briefly (for hot laminating) and push the 'ABS' anti-film blockage button on back as direction indicated by the arrow sign, whenever there is a blockage of the film.
3. Hold the ABS switch firmly with one hand and pull out the film completely from the machine's feed opening or delivery opening with the other hand.
4. After you have resolved the blockage of the film and released the ABS switch, this will go back to its starting position again. Now you can use the machine again completely.
5. Please contact our service hot line if there is a blockage of the film again.

Cleaning and care

1. Please pull out the plug from the mains socket outlet always, in order to clean the machine. Take care while doing so that the plug does not come into contact with any liquids.
2. Allow the machine to cool down before cleaning it.
3. Clean the machine with a slightly moist, soft cloth. Do not use any caustic or abrasive cleaning agents while doing so.

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Laminator GENIE LA 402

Instruction manual

Technical data
Mains voltage (V) 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz
Consumption 210W
Laminating width 230 mm
Size of the machine (mm) 348 x	120 x71.5 approx.
Film of可用able thickness (microns)	80 minimum, 100 maximum
Heating up time 3-5 min. approx..
Speed 250 mm / min

HANDLING THE GUARANTEE

Thank you very much for purchasing this GENIE product. Please note the following advice whenever this machine does not function faultlessly, contrary to expectations.

The guarantee period amounts to 24 months from the date of purchase, provided that the machine has been used appropriately. Please keep the proof-of-purchase voucher and original packaging in a safe place. The warranty is only valid for defects in materials or fabrication. However, it is invalid for damage that has occurred to breakable parts, e.g., on the casing. Machines that have been damaged by inappropriate use externally, are excluded from being exchanged. A guarantee will expire whenever any repairs have been carried out without the express consent of our customer service department.

Repairs under the guarantee can only be made when the proof-of-purchase voucher is enclosed with the defective machine - please notify us about the return by telephone! Please give your name, address, post code, town and telephone number with the dialing code. Please state the reason for your complaint too. We regret any inconvenience caused!

Our service hot line

Tel. [phone] Fax [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Address: GENIE GmbH & o. KG, -Service-, Berta-Cramer-Ring 22,

D-65205 Wiesbaden. Deutschland/Gemany

Disposal:

Guideline 2012/19/EC concerning the handling, collection, recycling and disposal of electrical and electronic equipment and their components ('waste electrical and electronic equipment', known as WEEE).

The crossed symbol on a rubbish container indicates that the machine or device is not allowed to be disposed of but it must be handed over to a suitably equipped collection centre for proper recycling or disposal.

Directives:

We declare that this device has been manufactured in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations.

Importer:

GENIE GmbH & o. KG

Berta-Cramer-Ring 22

65205 Wiesbaden, Germany

Notre Hotline service clients:

Tél.:[phone]Fax[phone]

Email: [e-mail]