Manual - Formech Compac Mini
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Basic Operation (continuation)
Operating Procedure
7. Pull the heater forward over the plastic. As the
plastic heats up, it will begin to rise slightly. It will
then soften and begin to drop back.
8. Push the heater back slightly to test the softness
of the plastic. Be careful the plastic might be very
hot. Continue to heat until it is soft enough to form.
9. Turn on the vacuum pump and raise the table
until you can feel it lock into place. The plastic will
form around the mould tool.
10. Let the finished moulding cool down a little
before pulling the release valve downwards to
blow the part off the tool. Lower the table and
switch off the vacuum.
11. If the plastic is still too soft when you try to
release it, some distortion may occur. Make sure
the mould is not stuck in the moulding when
you lower the table.
12. Finally, release the material clamps to remove
the finished moulding.
