Operating instructions 36001
Hot-pressing device
PT-55
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Edition: 04/0401
Subject to alterations
2.
Mode of operation
The PT-55 hot-pressing device functions on the pressing pliers principle: Strong pressure applied to the two
handles opens the heating plates, which are pressed against one another by spring pressure.
The hot-pressing device PT-55 operates at a pressing temperature of 120 °C /
248 °F
, preset at the factory.
The temperature of the heating plates is monitored by a special, self-regulating heating device monitor. Each
heating plate has one replaceable electric heating device.
A lamp in the handle indicates that the hot-pressing device is operating.
3. Initial
start-up
The PT-55 can be operated at any power supply voltage between 110 and 240 V.
Check to make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate (4) conforms to the electrical
connection voltage.
Check to make sure that the metal heating plates (3) are clean.
INDICATION For
safe operation, the marked handle (1) with the signal lamp (6) must face
upwards (cable connection to top handle).
WARNING
Do not suspend the hot-pressing device from its cable!
During pauses in work, place the hot-pressing device on a level surface with the
marked face upwards.
