Operating instructions 36001
Hot-pressing device
PT-55
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19
Edition: 04/0401
Subject to alterations
4.
Hot-pressing of belts / tapes
Process: Thermofix
guidelines
3210 and individual product datasheets.
4.1.
Hot-pressing without guide rail
Plug in the connector cable and preheat the hot-pressing device. Depending upon the power supply
voltage, the preheating time will be approx. 12 (230 V) or 14 minutes (120 V).
The signal lamp (6) lights up while the hot-pressing device is connected.
WARNING
Do not touch the hot-pressing zone (2).
Keep away from water and meltable substances.
Apply adhesive(s) to the prepared (skived) belt/tape ends.
Place
the
belt/tape ends over one another and join them together cold.
Open
the hot-pressing device by pressing together the handles (5) and place the prepared belt/tape
ends in the hot-pressing device as described in the guidelines.
Close
the hot-pressing device. Make sure that the belt/tape is centered in the hot-pressing device in
order to ensure even pressure distribution.
When the prescribed pressing time has expired, remove the belt/tape and allow to cool.
Clean
the
heating plates (3) immediately after each use.
INDICATION
To protect heating plates from contamination, it is recommended to place a piece of
paper on each side of the belt/tape.
WARNING
After use, disconnect the hot-pressing device from the power supply and allow it to
cool completely before storing it.
