Geo Knight Digital Knight DK3, Manual

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The DK3 is fully adjustable to accommodate various size
mugs.
• To decrease the pressure,
allowing for larger diameter
mugs, or to make the tension
lighter, turn the pressure knob to
the right, clockwise.
• The heater band will rise away
from the front of the press. The
allen screw will enter into the
plunger shaft deeper.
• To increase the pressure, allowing for smaller diameter mugs, or to
make the tension tighter, turn the pressure knob to the left, clockwise.
• The heater band will come closer to the front of the press. The allen
screw will come out of plunger shaft further.
Setting Pressure
The clamp must lock in place for a successful transfer. Do not simply
close the handle until the timer starts. The handle must lock and clamp
down so that there is significant pressure on the mug. If the clamp assembly
can not be locked, then the pressure must be decreased.
Do not over tighten the pressure. If it requires a lot of force to close
the press onto the mug, the black adjustment knob can break. The handle
should be closable with one hand of the operator when properly lubricated.
If two hands must be used with a properly lubricated clamp assembly,
there may be a risk of breaking the pressure adjustment knob.
Sublimation inks do not require much pressure for a good transfer.
However - many styles of imprintable mugs are not straight, especially at
the top & bottom of the mug. For this reason, heavier pressure helps press
the transfer right up against the entire surface of the mug. Set the pressure
adjustment so that there is a firm clamping force. This will insure good
contact, and great results.
When the press is hot, and after much use, the pressure assembly may
be difficult to adjust. An ALLEN KEY has been included to allow for
easy adjustment without needing to come in close contact with hot surfaces.
Important Pressure Notes