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3. How to operate the Studio
Auto Clam 38
3.1
Starting with the Studio Auto Clam 38
3.1.1
Plug into your supply
outlet and switch supply on.
N.B.
Please ensure the mains plug is easily accessible to the
operator so that in the event of a fault the machine can be
unplugged.
3.1.2
Turn on the Press;
the on/off switch is on the side of the
machine head. Set the machine controls as necessary. See
instructions for adjusting the pressure,
Paragraph
2.4
and
Control unit operation
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3.2
Working with heat transfer materials
Always ascertain
from the supplier of material and transfer
paper, that the material to be used is suitable for, and has been
prepared for transfer printing.
3.2.1
Close the press
to check the amount of closing pressure the
machine has been set at. If more or less pressure is required
then open the machine and turn the pressure-adjusting knob
located on top of the heat plate. For further instructions see
“pressure adjustment”.
3.2.2
Ensure that
the heat controller is set to the correct setting for
the material being used. Before using the machine, preheat the
base pad of the machine by closing and re-opening the press a
number of times.
After pre-heating
ensure that the machine is in the fully open
position.
3.2.3
Place the article
to be transferred onto the pressing pad and
locate the transfer paper/substrate on top in the position
required.
Take care not to touch the heat plate to avoid the
risk of a burn.
