Table of Contents I. Introduction …………..…………………………...………………….…...………….………. 3 II. Specifications …..……………..………………………...………….……...….…..…….…. 4 III. Safety Procedures …..……………..……………………….……………….…….………. 4 IV. Operations ……………………………………………………………………………………… 5 V. Exposure Timer …………………………………………………….…..….……….………. 6 VI. Exposing a Screen …………………………………..….……………………………..… 8 VII. Disassembly of the Unit ……………………….…………….………………….….… 12 VIII. Maintenance ……………………………………………..…………………………..… 13 IX.
If there are damages immediately notify the driver, file a claim with the carrier and call Workhorse Products. The Importance of the Owner’s Manual: The purpose of the Owner’s Manual is to familiarize you with the parts and operations of the PhotoSharp. There are step-by-step instructions to assemble the press, accompanied with links to videos for further assistance.
Safety Procedures WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Turn ALL power to unit OFF before service. All service should be done by or under the supervision of a trained technician. To ensure safe and reliable operation of your exposure unit, all personal should be thoroughly trained on the following procedures: 1.
Operations (A) Latch and Seal (K) Light Source/Shutter (F) Hold Down Blanket (B) Controls (G) Vacuum Nipple (L) Vacuum (C) Top Panel (H) Dual Cooling Fans (D) Light Source Drawer (I) Vacuum Line (E) Casters (J) Power Cord 3730 E. Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040 USA 800-778-8779 Workhorseproducts.com...
(C) Increase/Decrease: Increase/decrease numbers. (D) Timer Switch: Opens the shutter and begins exposure process for allotted time. (E) Main Power: Turn the PhotoSharp on/off. 1. To set the timer, the power switch needs to be in the off position. Press and hold the mode button while turning the power switch on.
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Exposure Timer 3. Press and release the up button once and the display will read “s of” to indicate the timer is set to display time in minutes and seconds. 4. Press and release the mode button again and the display will show the factory default set time of 15 seconds.
Exposing a Screen There are many variables that influence how a screen is to be exposed. Some of these variables are: emulsion brand, emulsion type, coating technique, mesh count, humidity, atmospheric temperature, and even the light source itself. Therefore, there is no definitive procedure to properly expose a screen.
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However, areas that have moisture in the air will take exceedingly longer. A Workhorse SD-10 drying cabinet will immensely speed up the drying process and eliminate the danger of dust, which will guarantee high quality screens and increase production speed.
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Exposing a Screen Step 5: Inspect the glass to make sure that it’s clean. Clean glass makes a better quality screen. Step 6: Attach the film positive to the print side. The positive should be position so that from the squeegee side, the positive is read left to right.
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Next, take the screen to be washed out in a sink to be developed. To increase the life lamp, Workhorse Products recommends leaving the PhotoSharp on to expose multiple screens. Turning the PhotoSharp on and off for each exposure may shorten the lamp’s life.
Disassembly of the Unit The Photosharp Exposure Unit is specifically engineered to facilitate easy disassembly without the use of special tools or equipment. Disassembly may be required to allow the Photosharp to pass through narrow doorways. 2. With the top panel detached 3.
The 1000 watt metal halide lamp outputs a high level of UV radiation, which can cause eye and skin damage. Never attempt to operate the PhotoSharp with the drawer or top open. The PhotoSharp exposure unit is equipped with safety features that will prevent the lamp from illuminating when the drawer or top is open.
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While shown. automatically when power is holding the lamp with a paper restored to the PhotoSharp. Once towel or cloth to maintain the lamp has been cleaned and cleanliness, press the ends of the properly installed close the lamp into the clips.
The vacuum blanket should not be stretched tight. Reattach the blanket retaining bracket. Replace the frame and blanket assembly onto the PhotoSharp base. Align and reattach the hinges. 3. Reattach the gas shocks by pushing the top of the gas shock connector onto the pivot ball and also by connecting the spring loaded cap.
Safety Features Magnetic Safety Switch The PhotoSharp is equipped with a magnetic safety switch that is located on the right hand side of the exposure unit cabinet and lid. If the magnetic safety switch is open (lid up) the light will not operate.
30-1287 Vacuum body female 40-74015 Vacuum body male 40-74025 For more extensive parts and trouble shooting help with ANY Workhorse Product please visit our on-line Parts store and Support Center at: http://support.workhorseproducts.com/store/ 3730 E. Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040 USA 800-778-8779 Workhorseproducts.com...
Equipment manufactured or sold by Workhorse Products is warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from receipt by cus- tomer. All warranties initiate from date of shipment to original customer. Replacement parts are covered for the term of the equipment warranty period.
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