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3. How to Operate the Studio
Large Format Clam Press
3.1
Starting with the Studio Large Format 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 Large Format Clam Press;
the on/off
switch is on the back of the machine. Set the machine controls
as necessary. See instructions for Adjusting the pressure
page 4 and Operation of Control Units page 11. 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 hand
wheels 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 burns.
3.2.4
Lower the heat plate
by pulling down the handle.