Laminating Problems and Solutions
Ledco Laminating FAQs
Cleaning the Shoes & Rollers

Ledco Laminator FAQs

Shoes and rubber rollers (especially the laminating rollers) should be cleaned each time film is changed. When cleaning is done regularly, it isn't a big chore. Adhesive on the shoes can be wiped off while the machine is hot using a clean, dry cloth. The adhesive will stick to the cloth much better than the teflon on the shoe. Make sure to wear gloves or keep plenty of cloth between the shoe and your skin to avoid burns. If the shoes have no adhesive on them, they can simply be dusted with a damp cloth. Never use abrasive or solvent on the shoes. The abrasive can remove the teflon, and solvents create a hazard with no benefits.

If there is no adhesive on the laminating rollers, they can also be wiped down with a damp cloth. You may use Windex or some other water-based solution which will not leave a residue. Never clean the machine when the power is on. Very serious injuries can result when people try to clean a laminator when the power is on. Clean one section of the rollers, then restore power and advance the rollers a little to clean the next section. Continue the process till the rollers are clean.

When there is adhesive on the rollers, warm the machine to operating temperature for 15 minutes with no film threaded. Open the rollers and leave them turning during warmup. Once the adhesive is heated and softened by the heat, disconnect power. While the adhesive is still hot, it can be removed with a hard rubber or plastic eraser or rubber cement pickup. These materials will cause the soft adhesive to roll up in little balls which can then be wiped off with a damp cloth. Observe the warning just above. Never clean the machine unless power is disconnected.