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Instruction Manual
GS-60
Support Page
:
http://www.youtube.com/user/dweaverframe?feature=mhee
Introduction
The Canvas Stretching Machine is a fully pneumatic canvas stretcher capable of
stretching original art on canvas, giclee prints and any fabric suitable for stretching. The
following is a list of operating parameters that should be observed to ensure a safe and
efficient stretch:
1.
Minimum amount of excess canvas 1.5” past the bottom of
stretcher bar and no more than 2.5”
2.
Minimum stretcher bar width .75”
3.
Maximum stretcher bar width 2.5”
4.
Maximum supply air 120 psi
5.
Minimum supply air pressure 90 psi (required for staple gun)
Safety Precautions
Air Pressure
: before applying air to your machine, adjust the regulator at your
compressor to produce
90 psi.
If you are using a pneumatic staple gun please be sure to
provide what the manufacturer recommends, this may require you to provide a 2 way
manifold from your compressor.
The Clamping Bar has a dedicated pressure regulator and it is set to a point that will not
exceed the Stretcher Bar pressure by more than 10 psi. This is to ensure that the canvas
is permitted to slip just enough to minimize overstretching. The operating pressure of the
Clamping Bar is internally preset to 50 psi….
Do Not Adjust This Setting!
CAUTION
:
the clamp and stretcher bar move slowly, they are deceptively powerful.
The force behind them can damage your fingers, please ensure that your hands and
fingers are clear of the clamp at all times. DO NOT place your fingers between the
Clamping Bar and Front Plate at anytime.
