Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Falcon 36 Operation Manual

5.Adjust the nip by turning the adjusting bolt using an ¾" open end wrench (clockwise to lower the roll end and counter clockwise to raise the roll end). Adjust the ends of the upper main roll until there is an even gap between the rolls as shown in Figure 4-5.

Properly Set Nip

(Distance Between

Rolls is Equal)

Figure 4-5: Properly Set Nip

6.Hold the adjustment bolt in place while tightening the jamnut on each side of the laminator.

7.Replace both cabinet covers and reconnect power to the laminator.

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Adjusting the chain tension on the Falcon 36 Laminator is a simple procedure that keeps the system running smoothly and maximizes the efficiency of the motor.

Tools required:

∙1/8" hex wrench

∙3/16" hex wrench

∙Screwdriver

To adjust the chain tension:

1.Unplug the laminator and make sure it won’t be plugged back in while you are performing this procedure.

2.Remove the drive side cabinet cover using the 1/8" hex wrench by removing the six screws holding the cover in place.

3.Loosen all four motor mount bolts using the 3/16" hex wrench as shown in Figure 4-6. The motor should just move freely within the slots.

1/4" to 1/2" Play

Loosen Motor

Mount Bolts

Downward

Force Tightens

Chain

Figure 4-6: Adjusting the Chain Tension

4.Using a screwdriver, apply a small amount of downward pressure on the motor by prying against the inside of the side frame until there is ¼" to ½" play in the chain.

5.Tighten the mounting bolts while maintaining the downward pressure on the motor.

6.Replace the cabinet cover and reconnect power to the laminator.

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