Adjusting The Height Of The Platen - Brother GTX User Reference Manual

BEST PRACTICE FOR PRINTING >>> A MUST!
ALWAYS KEEP THE
Link to the Document: Use of
the Platen and Platen Mechanism
To achieve optimum printing quality when a thicker textile is used, adjust the platen
height relative to the thickness of the textile.
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Re-attach everything and tighten the Platen Fixing Lever
Don't forget to return the platen to the
Always leave the knob
if you need to print above the hem and seams, choose UNI-directional printing to keep quality.
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GOOD
PH
3 mm
A
CLOSEST DISTANCE BETWEEN THE PRINTHEADS AND THE SURFACE OF THE GARMENT.
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR THE LONGEVITY OF YOUR PRINTER.
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ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE PLATEN

To adjust the platen height, loosen the Platen Fixing
Lever
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. to a lower position. Re-tighten the Platen Fixing Lever
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if you are happy with new distance. Flaten down all the
wrinkles of the fabric.
To check if the new textile is not detected by the sensor,
push the button
you need to to decrease the gap further, remove 1 or 2
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collars, loosen the knob
bearing by 1 or 2 steps.
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tight after changing position.
PH
Ink Mist
!
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and move the Platen Height Adjustment Lever
and repeat the process if needed.If
and push down the platen
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A position after printing on thicker material.
BAD
Ink Mist
10 mm
F