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2. Installation

 

 
 

2.1 Transport 

instructions 

 
 

The machine comes to you

 either shrink-wrapped or in a box.  If you 

have to transport the machine at any time it is recommended that you 
use a similar box and packing method.  Please let the machine cool 
down and lower the handle to the locked position. 
 
 

2.2 

Installing the machine 

 
 
2.2.1 

Remove all

 packaging from the heat press. 

 
2.2.2 

Check to ensure

 that no damage has been caused to the 

machine during transit. 

 
2.2.3 

Place the machine

 on a sturdy horizontal surface that is within 

easy reach of the operator and allow space for the handle to 
move up to the loading position.  Ensure that no items 
vulnerable to heat radiation are too close to the machine. 

 
 

2.3 Electrical 

requirements 

 
 

The Studio Clam Press and Studio Mini Clam Press should

 be 

connected to the mains supply, (nominally 230V AC for the European 
Market or 110V AC for America) by the mains cable provided and a 
suitable plug. 
 

The presses are designed

 for 230 volts AC 50/60 hertz and require 

exclusive use of a power outlet rated for at least 15 amps for 

Studio 

Clam Press 

and 10 amps for 

Studio Mini Clam-Press.

 

 

Ensure that

 the supply rating on the machine specification plate 

corresponds with your local supply and that the correct plug is fitted 
(Europe), 

OR

 for 110 volts AC 

 

5%, 15 amps for 

Studio Clam Press

 

and 10 amps for 

Studio Mini 

Clam Press (America). 

 

MAINS LEAD

 

 

The wires

 in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the 

following code:   
 

Green and Yellow

EARTH

  

Blue

:  

 

NEUTRAL

 

 

Brown:

   

 

LIVE 

 
As the colours 

of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not 

correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your 
plug, proceed as follows:- 

Summary of Contents for Mini Clam

Page 1: ...2015 a adkins and sons limited all rights reserved Studio Clam Mini Clam Operators Handbook...

Page 2: ...carefully designed and manufactured to ensure that you the user will gain the maximum benefit All A Adkins Sons Limited products are specifically designed to ensure ease of use with particular attent...

Page 3: ...Press and Studio Mini Clam Press 5 3 2 Working with heat transfer materials 5 3 3 Pressing pad assembly 6 3 4 Shutting down the machine 6 4 Maintenance of the Machine 7 4 1 Daily maintenance 7 4 2 Pe...

Page 4: ...pply 230 Volts AC 230 Volts AC Max working temperature 260o C 260o C Machine height open 86 cms 86 cms Machine height closed 34 5 cms 34 5 cms Machine width 38 cms 28 cms Machine depth 61 cms 61 cms N...

Page 5: ...O touching internal parts is dangerous and may cause shock hazard All electrical connections inside covers are live Never operate Press with any covers and or guards removed PROTECT THE MAINS CABLE da...

Page 6: ...tudio Clam Press and Studio Mini Clam Press should be connected to the mains supply nominally 230V AC for the European Market or 110V AC for America by the mains cable provided and a suitable plug The...

Page 7: ...power supply having a different voltage frequency from that on the machine data plate 2 4 Adjusting the pressure This press is fitted with a pressure adjusting unit which enables the heat plate assem...

Page 8: ...for transfer printing 3 2 1 Close the press to check the amount of closing pressure the machine has been set at If more or less pressure is required then open the machine and turn the pressure adjust...

Page 9: ...ssing pad will always affect the quality of printing fusing Do not insert items into the machine which would tend to cut the pressing pad i e buttons pins press studs or zips Never allow the hot heat...

Page 10: ...with a dry cloth before use when the plate is cold 4 2 Periodic Maintenance Put a few drops of oil onto the various pivot pins and the pressure adjusting screw every three months 4 3 Cleaning Clean t...

Page 11: ...lam Press and Studio Mini Clam Press 5 1 General Layout Page 9 5 2 Exploded diagram and parts list Studio Clam Press Page 10 5 3 Exploded diagram and parts list Studio Mini Clam Press Page 11 5 4 Cont...

Page 12: ...5 1 Machine General Layout MACHINE OPERATING HANDLE TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROLLERS PRESSURE ADJUSTING KNOB PAD TABLE HEAT PLATE ON OFF SWITCH Page 9...

Page 13: ...Arm 1 ASCL16 17 Magnetic Switch 1 ASCL17 18 Insulation Cover 1 ASCL18 19 Heater 2 2 Kw 1 ASCL19 20 Silicone Pad 1 ASCL20 38 21 Mother Table 1 ASCL21 38 22 Temp Controller 1 ASCL22 23 Axle End Cap Was...

Page 14: ...1 ASCL15 16 Stay Bar Arm 1 ASCL16 17 Magnetic Switch 1 ASCL17 18 Insulation Cover 1 ASCL18 19 Heater 1 75 Kw 1 ASCL19A 20 Silicone Pad 1 ASCL20 28 21 Mother Table 1 ASCL21 28 22 Temp Controller 1 ASCL...

Page 15: ...n to zero counter Setting Time 1 2 3 4 Switch on machine Press UP and DOWN buttons to change temperature values The unit stores automatically once required value is achieved Press START STOP button to...

Page 16: ...MAIN CONTROL BOARD SOLID STATE RELAY PROBE ELEMENT MAIN FUSE 5 5 General Electrical Diagram Page 13 MAGNETIC SWITCH AUXILIARY FUSE L1 L2 L3 L4 N1 N L 1 TEMPERATURE CONTROL PANEL 2 TIME CONTROL PANEL...

Page 17: ...5mm 2 1 5mm 2 1 5mm 2 7 8 5 24VDC 1 2 3 4 3 STAR STOP TIMER TEMPERATURE 6 5 L3 N1 1 5mm 2 ROCKER SWITCH PROBE TIME TEMP CONTROLLERS MAGNETIC SWITCH HEATING ELEMENT MAIN FUSE AUX FUSE MAIN CONTROL BOAR...

Page 18: ...ant improvement and or modification to meet changing conditions the right is reserved to change the design and or specifications at any time without prior notification and therefore specifications may...

Page 19: ...a replacement press the warranty of the replacement press shall expire on the anniversary date of the original machines invoice to the customer In order for this warranty to be effective no return of...

Page 20: ...LE10 0AW United Kingdom Type of Equipment Studio Clam Heat Press Studio Mini Clam Heat Press Model Number Serial Number Year of Manufacture BS EN ISO 12100 1 2003 A1 2009 Safety of machinery Basic Te...

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