Welcome Congratulations on your brand new Calortrans 3838 PRO transfer press. A very good choice! As excited as you probably are to start using the machine, please take some time to read through this manual. This document will help setting up the...
In the box The box contains: 1. Calortrans 3838 PRO Transferpress 2. Rubber mat 3. Cover to protect the rubber mat 4. Power cord Already installed on the base plate Already installed on the base plate Specs: Technical data: 1800 W / 240 V / 50 Hz...
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During the pressing process, the two plates are pressed together firmly. Before closing the press, remove everything that should not be subject to high pressure (e.g. hands). There is a risk of bruises! Calortrans / Wildfire Innovations B.V. Arkeneel 27 3905NS Veenendaal The Netherlands info@calortrans.com...
Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! This manual was made to make the usage of the Calortrans 3838 PRO transfer press as easy and safe as possible. It is therefore recommended that you read this manual carefully and follow the instructions step by step.
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• Keep the press open while heating up or cooling down. • Keep these safety instructions in a safe place. Calortrans / Wildfire Innovations B.V. Arkeneel 27 3905NS Veenendaal The Netherlands info@calortrans.com www.calortrans.com...
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Machine in detail Pressure knob On / Off switch LCD-display Fabric gap Heat-element Magnet Calortrans / Wildfire Innovations B.V. Arkeneel 27 3905NS Veenendaal The Netherlands info@calortrans.com www.calortrans.com...
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6. Magnet Auto-open magnet. Opens the press automatically once the set time has passed. Make sure you remove the transport screw/tie-wrap to open the press. Calortrans / Wildfire Innovations B.V. Arkeneel 27 3905NS Veenendaal The Netherlands info@calortrans.com www.calortrans.com...
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Display in detail Temperature Pieces Status Menu Timer Value Calortrans / Wildfire Innovations B.V. Arkeneel 27 3905NS Veenendaal The Netherlands info@calortrans.com www.calortrans.com...
These buttons can be used to increase or decrease the temperature and time in the menu. Set the time and temperature to the recommended values for the product you are using. Calortrans / Wildfire Innovations B.V. Arkeneel 27 3905NS Veenendaal The Netherlands info@calortrans.com...
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Which time and temperature settings should you use? Every transfer has its own settings regarding temperature, time, and pressure. For example: Calortrans turboflex on cotton (HTV) is to be pressed at 150 ºC (302ºF) for 3-5 seconds. Please consult your transfer dealer for the recommended settings.
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Press the handle down until it clicks in place. Once the time has passed the press will beep and automatically open. Your transfer is now ready! Calortrans / Wildfire Innovations B.V. Arkeneel 27 3905NS Veenendaal The Netherlands info@calortrans.com www.calortrans.com...
Area. It is in that sense similar to the FCC Declaration of Conformity used on certain electronic devices sold in the United States. Please find the CE certificate here: www.calortrans.com/CE Calortrans / Wildfire Innovations B.V. Arkeneel 27 3905NS Veenendaal The Netherlands info@calortrans.com www.calortrans.com...
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All the pressure and heat from the press will go towards these higher parts of the garment, instead of the transfer. This issue can be fixed by filling up the garment with a Calortrans® Teflon pillow to redistribute the pressure.
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Should I re-press after removing the backing? Yes, we recommend re-pressing the shirt once more after the backing of the backing is removed. Make sure you cover the print with a Calortrans® Teflon Coversheet to protect both the shirt and the press.