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Can an A4 laminator be used to laminate A3 size paper?

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An A4 laminator cannot laminate A3 paper, but an A4 laminator can laminate any size below it.

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How big does a laminator get?

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For home/office use, the biggest is for A4 paper or scrapbook size paper (12 inch by 12 inch). However, printing shops might have bigger ones (A3 and above).

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How do I open the plastic sheets that come with the laminator?

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Laminator sheets don't stick together until they are heated. Just find the edge and pull it apart.

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Can I make four or six bookmarks on a page, then cut them after laminating?

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Yes, you can. However, it won't seal as well, and the bookmarks could peel.

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If i have a lot of laminating to do, should i occasionally rest the machine? Will I shorten its life to laminate for a couple hours?

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Read the instruction manual that came with the machine, as it will tell you whether it needs to be rested or not.

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Do I have to use cardboard to cover the sheet I'm laminating?

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No, don't use cardboard. Cardboard is too thick and would prevent the laminator from sealing the pouch.

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Does the laminator run on battery?

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No. The laminators are plugged into a power outlet.

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