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3. How to Operate the Studio
Clam Press and Studio Mini
Clam Press
3.1
Starting with the Studio Clam Press and Studio
Mini Clam Press
3.1.1
Plug into your supply
outlet and switch supply on.
N.B.
Please ensure the mains plug is easily accessible to the
operator so that in the event of a fault the machine can be
unplugged.
3.1.2
Turn on the Studio Clam Press and Studio Mini Clam
Press;
the on/off switch is on the side of the machine. Set the
machine controls as necessary. See instructions for adjusting
the pressure, page 4 and operation of Control Units page 12.
Press red on/off button to activate and heat the Heat Plate.
3.2
Working with Heat Transfer Materials
Always ascertain
from the supplier of material and transfer paper, that
the material to be used is suitable for, and has been prepared 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-adjusting knob
located on top of the heat plate. For further instructions see
“pressure adjustment”.
3.2.2 Ensure
that
the heat controller is set to the correct setting for
the material being used. Before using the machine, preheat the
base pad of the machine by closing and re-opening the press a
number of times.
After pre-heating
ensure that the machine is in the fully open
position.
3.2.3
Place the article
to be transfer printed onto the pressing pad
and locate the transfer paper/substrate material on top in the
position required.
Take care not to touch the heat plate to
avoid the risk of a burn.
3.2.4
Lower the heat plate
by pulling down the handle.
3.2.5
When
the required time
interval has elapsed the alarm will
sound and the press should be opened by lifting the handle up
until it locks into position.
