5” x 15” Clamshell Press Model FLHP 3802 User Manual
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Thank you for purchasing this heat press from USCutter. The following are important things you need to know before you begin: • Intended usage of this Heat Press: This heat press is designed to press heat transfer vinyl (HTV), sublimation and transfer papers onto soft garments. Do not attempt to set the temperature on this device at higher than 480 degrees Fahrenheit as it will burn out the heating element.
Overview of Your Heat Press 1. Pressure Adjustment Knob 5. Bottom Platen 2. Time/Temperature Control 6. Reset button/Breaker switch 3. Open/Close Control Arm 7. Power cord 4. Top Platen 8. On/Off Switch The Pressure Adjustment Knob controls the amount of force that will be used to push the transferred image into the fibers of the garment. Clockwise increases pressure. Counter clockwise decreases it.
How to calibrate your new Heat Press: Instructions from manufacturers of heat transfer vinyls and transfer papers will instruct you to use Low, Medium or High Pressure during the application process. Here’s how to calibrate your machine and identify those settings. (Do this while the platens are cold.) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Turn the pressure knob counterclockwise a few times to lower pressure on the platens. Place a piece of paper onto bottom of the platen Close the clamshell press using the handle.
How to press Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV): 1. Use a vinyl cutter to cut your heat transfer vinyl material. Remember that unless otherwise instructed by the manufacturer, you will want to MIRROR the design so that when it cuts, it appears backwards. • Using Sure Cuts A Lot, this option will appear on your Cut Setting menu as a click box. • With Vinyl Master, when you send your design to the cutter, you will find the selection for the “Mirror” option in the Send to be Cut window. 2.
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Using your Heat Press to press Transfer Paper: As with all media you’ll use on your heat press, we encourage you to look for the pressing recommendations from the manufacturer of the transfer material on-line if possible. If you can’t find specific instructions, the following are general guidelines for your consideration. TRANSFERS PRINTER GARMENT TEMP. TIME PRESSURE Sublimation Paper Ricoh, Sawgrass Cotton 400°F 25~30sec. Medium Light Color 365°F 15sec. Medium Dark Color 330°F 25sec.
Troubleshooting: When I pressed my HTV, the material would not stick to the garment and/or fell off during washing. How do I fix this? First double check manufacturer instructions – especially on heat and pressure settings. If you are following them to the letter, increase your pressure. Remember: Pressing isn’t just about heating the vinyl – it’s about pushing the vinyl into the materials so that the adhesive finds a grip. Increasing the pressure is often the solution.
Warranty Statement USCutter will repair or replace parts and equipment found to be defective in materials or workmanship during the warranty period subject to the following: • On this heat press, USCutter will supply new or rebuilt parts to replace parts that are found to be defective within the warranty period instead of replacing the equipment outright. USCutter will ship these parts with no cost to the customer as long as the shipment is within the United States.
TIPS FOR YOUR HEAT PRESS TIME •The length of time your heated press will be in contact with the material. •Heat transfer of a vinyl design onto a garment will usually take 10-15 seconds, while sublimation onto a substrate can take minutes. •Many USCutter heat presses have an auto-open feature where the platen will pop open after the time expires, protecting your material from overexposure.
Providing sales and service for world-class providers of sublimation & heat transfer equipment & media This documentation is copyright 2016 USCutter. No duplication, republishing or reposting of this material in whole or in part is authorized without express written consent. Product design, logos, brand names for various media, and product photos are owned by the manufacturers.
