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USCutter FLHP 3802 User Manual

USCutter FLHP 3802 User Manual

15” x 15” clamshell press

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15" x 15" Clamshell Press
Model FLHP 3802
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Summary of Contents for USCutter FLHP 3802

  • Page 1 15” x 15” Clamshell Press Model FLHP 3802 User Manual...
  • Page 2 Submit a Service Ticket at: www.uscuttersupport.com Heat transfer vinyl, transfer paper, teflon sheets, vinyl removal solution, spare parts, and more available at www.uscutter.com 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.
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for washing and care for best results. Your Guide To Perfect Results Every Time. PRODUCT USED ON TEMP. PRESSURE TIME PEEL (IN SECONDS) Hot/ Siser Easyweed 305°F Medium 10-15 Cotton, Polyester and Polycotton Blends Cold Siser Glitter 320°F Firm 10-15...
  • Page 8 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...
  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    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 –...
  • Page 10: Warranty Statement

    • 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.
  • Page 11 Some •Some vinyls MUST be •Heat presses can be off textures like holographic •Many USCutter heat peeled HOT, WARM, or or glitter require firmer a few degrees, so do a presses have an auto-open COLD though to ensure pressure, but careful you...
  • Page 12 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...