HOT PRESS USERS MANUAL
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Table of contents
Overview....................................Page 2
Safety considerations ................Page 3
Press set up ..............................Page 4
Stand assembly .........................Page 4
Connecting vacuum pump .........Page 5
Electrical connection .................Page 6
Main controls .............................Page 7
Temperature controls .................Page 8
Operating vacuum pump ...........Page 9
Principles of operation .............Page 10
Key processing factors ............Page 10
Fundamentals of dry mounting Page 11
Fundamentals of laminating ....Page 12
Preparing substrates ...............Page 13
Routine maintenance ..............Page 14
Troubleshooting, vacuum ........Page 15
Troubleshooting, electrical .......Page 16
Technical Specs ......................Page 17
Replacement parts ..................Page 18
Warranty .................................. page 19
Overview
Thank you for purchasing a Drytac Hot Press
TM
Glass
Top Vacuum Press.
The Hot Press Glass Top Vacuum Press incorporates a
proven, high technology heating system. The top panel
of the press is made up of two sheets of reinforced
tempered glass. The inner surface of the lower sheet has
a transparent conductive coating applied to it. A controlled
electric current is passed through this conductive fi lm
creating a highly effi cient heating system. A sensor
on the glass monitors and controls the temperature
by means of a digital thermostat. The transparent top
offers a high level of operator confi dence as work can be
viewed throughout most bonding processes. The glass
is extremely smooth and scratch resistant.
The Hot Press Glass Top Press handles a wide range of presentation
materials from foam board and wood to photos, art prints and delicate
fabrics. The Hot Press brand is well regarded by picture framers and
other fi nishing professionals for its ability to produce consistent, high
quality results.
All models feature an electronic timer with a manual override switch
and vacuum pressure adjustment capabilities. Upon completion of the
cycle, vacuum pressure is automatically released and the timer resets
itself.
To ensure operator safety and to achieve the best results from your
Glass Top Vacuum Press, the machine must be set up and operated
in accordance with the instructions in this manual. Please review the
entire manual before using the press for the fi rst time.
We maintain a policy of constant improvement to our products. This
means that you may fi nd that some illustrations and descriptions will
vary from the equipment you are using.
If you have questions concerning applications of the Glass Top
Vacuum Press, please give us a call. Expert assistance is available at
no charge. We can also supply many of the adhesives, overlaminates
and other materials used in conjunction with this equipment. For more
information, please contact our Customer Service Department (see
page 19 for contact information).
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