General Sublimation Instructions (using Green Sponge heat pad)
***Use of the Green Sponge pad is preferred when sublimating the Crystal Cube.***
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Preheat heat press to 390-400°F.
Set press time to 270-300 seconds/ 4.5-5 min.
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Print image onto the transfer paper- TURN IMAGE MIRRORING OFF.
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Trim the edges of the image if necessary and place transfer sheet face down on
the back side (white coated side) of the Crystal Cube. Secure transfer paper to the
Crystal Cube with heat tape.
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Place a Teflon sheet or blowout paper onto the bottom platen of the heat press.
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Before placing the Crystal Cube onto the press, adjust press pressure if necessary
and close the press (empty) for 45-60 sec. to heat the bottom platen of the press.
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After heating the bottom platen, open the press and re-adjust the press pressure
to heavy for pressing the Crystal Cube.
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Place the Crystal Cube with attached transfer sheet onto the heat press with
transfer sheet on top.
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Place the Green Sponge heat pad on top of the transfer paper.
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Close and press for the allotted time.
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After pressing is finished, open the press. Use heat gloves or an oven mitt to
remove the Green Sponge heat pad. Then carefully remove the Crystal Cube.
Carefully remove the transfer paper from the cube and discard. Set the Crystal
Cube aside to cool.
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Allow the Crystal Cube to air cool for at least 20-30 min. Double-check that
it is cool enough to the touch before handling.
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If bits of transfer paper are left on the back side of the Crystal Cube after peeling,
dampen a cloth or paper towel lightly with water or isopropyl alcohol. Gently rub
the bits of paper until they are removed from the back of the Crystal Cube.
