Staples 17466 Laminator Manual ((new)) Page

Do not attempt to laminate items thicker than the machine's capacity (usually paper, cardstock, or thin photo paper). 4. Troubleshooting: Staples 17466 Laminator Problems

Locate the power switch, which usually features options for , 3-Mil , and 5-Mil (or Hot/Cold depending on the exact sub-generation production run).

If your model has a setting (center position):

Turn off the power switch immediately. Firmly press down on the Jam Release Lever (ABS lever) located on the back of the machine. While holding the lever down, gently pull the document backward out of the front entry slot. Lamination Appears Cloudy or Has Milky Patches staples 17466 laminator manual

This wider-than-average entry accommodates standard letter and legal-size documents with extra room to ensure a perfect 1/8" border seal. Fast 3–5 Minute Warm-Up:

To get started without a full physical manual, follow these standard steps:

Wait for the red “Ready” light to turn on. According to the , this takes approximately 3–5 minutes. Do not attempt to feed a pouch before the red light is solid and bright. Do not attempt to laminate items thicker than

Plug the unit into a standard electrical outlet and turn it on.

Based on the model number (which corresponds to the Staples 9.5-inch Professional Laminator ), here is the most critical piece of the manual: the Operating Instructions .

. But there was a problem—Arthur hadn't used it in years, and the manual was nowhere to be found. If your model has a setting (center position):

If your laminator is not performing correctly, follow these troubleshooting steps. What to Do If the Laminator Jams If a pouch jams, do not pull it forcefully.

: Before laminating valuable items, it is recommended to perform a test run with a similar scrap of paper to verify temperature and alignment. Cooling Period

Place your document inside a specialized cold/self-adhesive laminating pouch.

Choose your pouch thickness ( 3 mil or 5 mil ). The machine will begin heating.

If the machine shows no signs of power, work through this checklist: