Operating Instructions Thank you very much for buying our Lotus heat transfer press. We are sure you will capitalize on LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide this excellent unit for years if you take the time to read these instructions carefully. Introduction Please study these instructions carefully before transporting, mounting, using or maintaining the transfer press, as they will give you important directions for a safe handling.
During the warranty period defective or broken parts will be repaired free of charge by Lotus Press Milan/Italy. Transport and shipping expenses are on buyer's account.
It should be noted that any modifications made by the user will invalidate the CE declaration of conformity. Furthermore, in this case Lotus Press S.R.L. will no longer be liable for the machine.
The manipulation or replacement of parts of the machine is prohibited without the ex- press consent of the manufacturer. Any modification of the machine not expressly authorized by Lotus Press will result in civil and criminal liability. It is forbidden to remove or manipulate a safety device installed on the machine.
Operating Instructions Installation and transport LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide Installation, maintenance, and repair work on electrical equipment must be carried out by quali- fied and/or competent personnel. The operator's workplace must be kept clean, tidy, and free from objects that may restrict his freedom of movement.
Operating Instructions Positioning and electrical connection LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide The transfer press must be installed in a room with an electrical or lighting system approved by the local authorities and which complies with the applicable electrical safety regulations. The existing power cable cross-sections must be suitable for the power requirements of the heat press of 2 KW is sufficient, preferably in a separate electric circuit.
Operating Instructions Cap and Plate Set LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide For this model you may purchase easily interchangeable sets for converting the press: a. Cap set with a bent heating plate and bent supporting plate (cf. fig. a) b.
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Operating Instructions LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide interchangeable “Printing plate 15 x 38 cm” interchangeable “Cap-Set” interchangeable “Printing plate for Umbrellas” interchangeable “Printing plate 25 x 38 cm” All rights reserved, all indications without engagement, subject to modifications. LOTUS TRANSFERS PRESS SOLUTIONS GMBH &...
It may only be operated by one person at a time. The specified maximum temperature should not be exceeded during operation. Lotus Press cannot be held liable for errors, accidents, damage etc. resulting from failure to fol- low these operating instructions.
Operating Instructions Commissioning of the transfer press LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide Putting the heat press into operation Before starting the machine, connect the black power cord to a 220 V power outlet. Turn on the heat press with the ON/OFF switch on the rear side of the instrument box (on the right side of the instrument) by setting it to I.
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Operating Instructions General programming of the TS2 900 control board: LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide When the power supply is switched on, the buzzer of the board sounds for about one second and both displays show the number "888" (functional diagnostics), then for about one second the number 900, which refers to the program number, and immediately afterwards the tempera- ture detected by the probe and the set cycle time.
Operating Instructions Parameter adjustment LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide Standardprogramm (00) Please press button S for 25 seconds. The display confirms access to the programm by showing up 00 followed by flashing and an audible signal. To choose programs 01, 02 and 03 please press button S again. Flex-Programm (01) 8.
Operating Instructions Maintenance LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide Please read the instructions in this manual carefully before starting any maintenance or repair work. Maintenance and repairs must be carried out by an authorised service centre and/or specialised personnel using only original spare parts. Actions that do not comply with the following safety instructions may cause serious injury to the user and/or damage to the transfer press cause.
Operating Instructions Errors and possible causes LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide ERROR MESSAGE POSSIBLE CAUSE TROUBLESHOOTING The main switch is not lit - Lamp defective Replace the part - Power cable defective The heating plate does not - Control board defective go down - Electric valve defective Replace the part...
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Operating Instructions LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide ERROR MESSAGE POSSIBLE CAUSE TROUBLESHOOTING Short circuit Heating element defective Replace the part The press does not react - The plug is not inserted correctly - Plug properly plugged in after switching on - There is no electrical connection - Check the power line - Fuse defective...
Operating Instructions Disassembly and disposal LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide If the machine must be disposed of, disassemble it according to the applicable regulations and dispose of the individual parts separately. The replaced parts must not be dispersed in the envi- ronment but must be disposed of in accordance with the laws in force in the country where the machine is used.
Operating Instructions Spare Part´s LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide BASAMENTO BRACCIO CUSCINETTI 32012 n. 2 GHIERE DI FISSAGGIO n. 2 FERMO MOLLA GAS - SPOSTAMENTO BLOCCHETTO PRESSIONE CON MANIGLIA MANOPOLA ELESA con ASSE MANOPOLA ROTANTE per SPOSTAMENTO BIELLA MOLLA A GAS 150 Newton PERNO PERNO...
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Operating Instructions LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide ELETTRO MAGNETE PONTE CONDENSATORE E DIODO REGOLATORE DI PRESSIONE BRACCETTO SPOSTAMENTO PIASTRA BRACCETTO PORTA STRUMENTI PIEDINI ANTIVIBRANTI n. 4 PARACOLPO BRACCIO All rights reserved, all indications without engagement, subject to modifications. LOTUS TRANSFERS PRESS SOLUTIONS GMBH &...
Operating Instructions Electric Diagram LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide All rights reserved, all indications without engagement, subject to modifications. LOTUS TRANSFERS PRESS SOLUTIONS GMBH & CO. KG Page 24 / 25...
Operating Instructions Electric Diagram - S2 LTS 140 / 138 / 150 slide All rights reserved, all indications without engagement, subject to modifications. LOTUS TRANSFERS PRESS SOLUTIONS GMBH & CO. KG Page 25 / 25...