GL16 Operating Guidelines
3-9
Flatwork Handling
It is very important how operators use the unit.
By following these guidelines, operators can
increase productivity, extend the life of the unit,
and most importantly - promote safety.
Safety
• Remove the flatwork only after it has
cleared the unit. Do not pull on the
finished flatwork while it is still in
the unit.
• Parts of the unit can be hotter than 300°F
(150°C). Severe burns can result.
Maximum Efficiency
• Follow the posted standards for the type
of flatwork being processed.
• Place the flatwork straight and square on
the feed ribbons.
• Stretch the flatwork slightly to the sides
when feeding the flatwork into the unit.
• Feed pillowcases lengthwise with the
closed end first.
• Leave a small gap between each item
being processed when you feed flatwork.
• Two operators should feed and receive
flatwork. While one operator is manually
folding flatwork, the other operator can
prepare the next piece of flatwork for
processing.
Ironing Cylinder
• Use the entire width of the heated ironing
section. This is especially important when
finishing pillowcases.
• Work from side to side to prevent dirt and
heat buildup at the ends of the ironing
cylinder. This also preserves padding life.
• Rewax the ironing section before ironing
thicker flatwork such as tablecloths. This
will result in a better finish quality.
Clearing a Jam Safely
WARNING
The ironing cylinder will
burn you on contact. Never
reach in, on, or near the
ironing cylinder.
If a piece of flatwork becomes jammed, use
the following procedure to clear the jam safely:
1. Stop feeding flatwork.
2. Wait for any flatwork already in the unit
to exit.
3. Turn the SPEED knob to the slowest
speed.
4. Stop the unit by pressing a red STOP but-
ton.
5. Turn the GAS switch to OFF.
6. Make sure the jammed flatwork can be
removed easily before removing it.
7. If the jammed flatwork cannot be re-
moved easily, announce the unit is being
started. Make sure everyone is a safe dis-
tance away from the unit.
8. Turn the JOG switch forward or back-
ward and jog the unit briefly, then pause
2-3 seconds before jogging the unit again.
Continue jogging the unit forward or back-
ward in brief increments until the jammed
flatwork can be safely and easily removed.
Do not start the unit until the jam is
cleared.
NOTE: If jamming occurs
regularly, tell the maintenance or
service people so they can fix the
problem.
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