Plug in the laminator and turn it on
Select the correct temperature or setting for the pouch thickness
Allow the laminator to fully warm up
Place the document inside a laminating pouch
Center the document and leave a sealed margin around all edges
Insert the sealed edge of the pouch into the laminator first
Feed the pouch straight into the machine
Let the laminator pull the pouch through on its own
Collect the laminated item from the output tray
Allow the item to cool flat
Trim excess plastic if needed
Turn off the laminator after use
Unplug the laminator when it has cooled down