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This is a Good buy at $3200 shipped! ----Sold---Thank You Donn----Sold---- EVEN BETTER at $2995 shipped Includes Fedex shipping and Insurance!! 90 Day limited warranty commences on the date the thermofax is received by the buyer. For repair under this warranty, buyer must ship the machine to me. Buyer is responsible for paying the shipping and insurance of the machine to me, and the return of the machine to the buyer. We will repair for free during the warranty period. There will be no charge to the buyer for parts and labor. As they are consumables, the lamp and the belt are not covered by this warranty. ----Sold---Thank You Donn----Sold---- Add to cart then begin checkout. Why buy from Us? Easy to reach--Send an email we are here. Buyers Comments CLICK HERE! to see what our buyers have said about us! We are established and dependable and ship almost daily. Email notification when shipping label is printed. Personal email from jleasure@tampabay.rr.com Fast and Free Priority Shipping for bulbs. $50 insurance included, free of charge, for belts and bulbs. Great Prices and Great Service. Your supporting a family business. Simple Secure Checkout with PayPal. Please NOTICE web site has NO advertising ads or annoying pop up windows.(yuck) Go ahead and place your order--you will get your item FAST! Celebrating 23+ Years in Business 1999 - 2023 DONT MISS OUT! 3M Thermo-Fax "The Secretary" Copier / Transparency MakerTHERMOFAX / Thermal Copier   (The 3M 45FGA is one of the most highly sought after models, one of the easiest to install a new lamp and one of the best thermofax machines ever made, probably my favorite model thermofax. NOTE: This vintage machine is in GREAT Condition for its age, probably from around 1975. The white lettering accross the front console looks good, the metal thermofax logo plate has some scratches. Also NOTE: The black front Console had one broken plastic tab that I repaired with stainless steel tie wire. SEE ACTUAL PHOTOS of this machine below(not a stock photo)   This machine works Great it is in Great Condition and very EASY TO USE!   This is the Industry Standard, not the imported electronic junk I see people buy. Then come buy a real machine from me!   Visit me at bulldogsandbirds.com/thermofax.htm I may have other 3M Transparency Makers and Thermofax Machine FOR SALE !!   Cleaned, Serviced and Tested $600 value NEW 9-1/4" Copy belt just installed a $100 value NEW 12 amp 1350 watt Lamp just installed a $100 value NEW Drive Motor and potentiometer a $180 value Note:  ACTUAL Stencils made with this machine in below photos and video. TESTED using Full sheet of DETAILED/FADING flash!   I cleaned the cover and the front console. I cleaned the rollers and the print roller, the cord and wiped the unit down.  I used air to blow dust away from the inside of the machine.  dont miss out.  Seems like a lot of sellers say "this is new", "that is new", "cleaned".  I show detailed photos.  "The carrier belt was BRAND new less than 1 year ago" is one of my favorites.  "Cleaned" and clearly dirt and dust are visible is another good one.  Don't be fooled by unscrupulous sellers buy from me I have a proven track record.  I have serviced hundreds of thermofax machines--Not 5 or 10 units.    Serviced, Tested and Cleaned see photos, lamp or bulb is NEW it can be seen in the 4th photo. This Thermo- Fax has fresh Satan Almond paint on the cover or case (note I am not a painter but it looks better.) Model 3M 45FGA overall the machine looks great and works as it should.   The clear carrier copy belt is NEW. Speed control is working, ran the machine at different speeds, test stencils made with the dial at 3:30 position. Print Roller can be seen in the 4th in great condition. I have also included photos of the inside of the unit. Looks good. This machine has the magnetic cover closure. Not the console catch tabs that often get broken then the cover does not want to stay shut. SEE ACTUAL PHOTOS BELOW!        A Very Nice Machine--Priced to Sell--Buy It Now!!  Please be aware Some models will Not work with regular thermal paper.  I buy machines TOO, have one for sale email me.  This machine is in good condition makes sharp stencils, WHY BUY UNTESTED, 9 out of 10 machines need serviced.  I know because, I buy machines TOO.  Just because the lamp/bulb lights does not mean it will make a stencil.  If you have a 15 amp machine and cannot find a 15 amp lamp, send me an email I may have a used 15 amp lamp for sale. Dont miss out on this Machine!      3M Thermo-Fax "The Secretary" Copier/ Transparency Maker SERVICED, TESTED & CLEANED NEW 12amp 1350 Lamp just installed New Copy belt just installed NEW Drive motor and potentiometer just installed Test Stencil & flash included Will test the machine again the day of packing and shipping I will include 2 sheets of thermal paper for testing when you get it. NOTE: after purchase Owners manual for the 3M 4550 can be sent with email just ask.   In below photo you can see the 4 test stencils that are made in the video below.   In below photo latches are down, red lever is down. This is the proper position--New belt is centered and tight.       In below photo latches are up, red lever is up, print roller, gold reflector, new lamp and new copy belt can be seen--copy belt is loose.      You can see the new drive motor circled in green in the below photo.     Movie testing machine below. Works like it should, (if the machine is hot) it will continue to run after light goes out to cool down the machine.     ACTUAL Stencil made in video below.    Dial was pointing at 3:30 position Note thermal paper and flash only going through machine, you may need to adjust the dial for best stencil lines. Click Here to Play the Movie/Video file If the link below does not work you may have to copy the actual link below and paste into your browser. http://www.bulldogsandbirds.com/thermofax2022/45fga_v.mp4 Tips: Flash must be laser printed or photo copied, NOT Ink jet or bubble jet. Always run machine at fastest setting possible(at least until you are familiar with your machine) to avoid burning clear carrier belt. Don't adjust speed when making stencil.  It is important to feed the stencil paper straight into the machine to avoid jamming the machine with the paper. When the light comes, you need to pause slightly to allow to light to get hot.  (slight pause 0.5-1 second) When you insert the stencil paper (the machine comes on) make sure the light is on before continuing to insert stencil paper. If the machine ever continues to run...and the light is on...to avoid melting the clear carrier belt--Quickly--unplug the machine open the cover and grasp back roller and turn the belt manually (it turns easiest turning the belt away from you).  Practice turning the roller now so you know how. If you ever insert the thermal paper and the machine comes on, including the light but it does not take the paper...to avoid melting the clear carrier belt--Quickly--unplug the machine open the cover and grasp back roller and turn the belt manually (it turns easiest turning the belt away from you).  Practice turning the roller now so you know how.  This machine uses Thermal paper, you must purchase yourself, no thermal paper included!     Additional info (IMPORTANT) Highest bidder pays 95.00 Shipping, Handling & Insurance. Machine will be Shipped FedEx Home Ground, include your phone number with payment. Payment Must be Made with PAYPAL.  I ship Fast! Insurance Is Included, Important --> If the machine or any part of the unit is damaged it is up to the Buyer to file a Insurance claim (keep box and all packing material) I will help where needed. You can Not file a claim on a broken lamp, it is a breakable/replaceable item Will only ship to continental US states. US Bidders ONLY. All sales Final, Sold as is. The above line means--No warranty--No Returns By purchasing buyer agrees to these terms before and after all other terms and conditions. Thanks for looking! good luck and happy bidding. Email if You have any Question's! Sellers! Please do not copy any part of my auction. If you have a problem please contact me before leaving feedback. Our Web Site Hosts the Photos at www.bulldogsandbirds.com if a stray pet hair or few offends you please don't bid. This is A VINTAGE ITEM and due to its age THIS ITEM IS BEING SOLD "AS IS" WITH NO RETURNS!   My Recent Thermofax Reviews: Each line below represents a thermofax machine Buyers Review.  All comments below are ONLY from thermofax machines.    Please read them, I have worked hard and earned each one.  You will be pleased too!  I strive to deliver 5-star customer service, Please consider buying from me! Arrived today! Packaging was great! No damage, works great! Thank you very much! Wish there was someplace to leave you great feedback! Looks brand new! Spotless!! Works beautifully!! I am more than pleased:) Great recondtion work. Looks new . I am impressed. Fast shipping Quick, very well packed for shipping, Great seller thanks Item worked as described. Fast shipping great packaging. A+++ Works great, thanks! awesome seller great people  EXCELLENT very easy, quick transaction Great Seller! A+ experience. Would definitly buy from again! Thanks so much! Awsome Machine works perfect, Thank you so much. It came fast and exactly how was posted! Great seller, thanks again Great seller, very honest, item as listed no problems +++AAA+++ This seller is awesome! Followed thru several times! Excellent condition! Thanks for EXCELLENT A+++ SERVICE!!! I could not have asked for better! everything I expected Amazing seller. Great to deal with and the product was exactly as promised. A+++ Item better than described, LIGHTNING FAST shipper! Highly Recommended. A+++++++ Very responsive and very fast delivery! Great Seller! Very Caring about product. Shipped Great. Will buy from again! Five stars, thanks Extremely happy with my purchase. Perfect seller to deal with!! A+++++++++++++++ Wonderful. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Can't say enough good! A++++++++item arrived safely. Thank you! Works nicely, Thanks :) got it fast! This seller is amazing! So PERFECT! Amazing quality! Great shipping! A++++++++++ Great seller,fast,reliable,and follow up to. what more could ask for. A++++++ I was really happy with the communication and willingness to get the item to me Works amazingly, appreciated the test sheets, quick shipping! nice clean product!! works great!! packaged perfect and arrived in a few days!! good seller! thank you very well packed Fast Shipping on a great product! Received item promptly as well as tracking information and updates in transit Your service was great! Looking forward to doing business again. I was very pleased with my purchase and the quick shipping. Thankyou very much Super fast shipping, Product in great shape!!! A+++ Thanks! Best buying experience! Packed well, tested throughly, perfect all the way!! A++ Arrived promptly and very well packed for shipping. Looks great. Great! Thanks! Everything just as said! Very trustworthy seller! PROFESSIONAL!!!AND Fast!!!! Doesn't get any easier than this. Thanks Jim. seriously? In 10 years i have never used a better working Stencil machine! A+++ ABSOLUTLEY FANTASTIC amazing seller, greatest packing and communication, exact!!!! great communication and well packed shipping! great shipping,i needed it fast,and seller mailed out quickly/ awesome communication great packaging,very attentive. thank you! great seller fast shipping The thermofax was exactly as described and I received it within days of purchase Great communication fast shipping exclent product will buy again A+++++++++++++ FAST SHIPPING. WORKS GREAT. THANK YOU Great shopping experience INSANELY fast shipping GREAT seller! a+++++++++++++ Item was shipped promptly and was exactly as described. Great seller! thanks tons what i expected excellent transaction thank you! Thanks so much will do business again Great Seller!! fast shipping thanks A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Awesome!!!!!!!!!! Worth every penny. great product,very quick delivery,A++++++++++ Fast shipping and a great product, just as described. A+A+A+ Delivered as stated, quick shipping, machine very clean and good condition Dude excellent sale, Very quick and with pride, Thanks again A+++++ was shipped the day after I paid for it and I received it n excellent condition Awesome Seller from begining to end,You Rock Man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! VERY nice! So clean you could eat off of it FAST shipping will do business again very good transaction! A+ great seller,very honest.thank you Amazing transaction, Jim was very quick with shipping, and very kind. A+++++++++ very fast ship. Great e-bayer. Very highly reccomend. Great condition Great seller wish every transaction was this smooth! AAA+++++ Best Deal Thanks Arrived immediately! Works great! Awesome transaction Quick shipping, excellent product, good packing job. Look no further - this is the best seller right here!! All around excellent!!!!! fast shipping and nice doing business with you thanks good deal nice and as detailed would do buy again. fast shipping AAAA++++ Lightning fast delivery! perfect condition! Great Seller!!! thanks!! Go Buy it NOW.  I will ship FAST.