Adkins BETA POCKET Service manual

HEAT PRESS TECHNOLOGY
All products within the ADKINS range are labelled with CE marking and are manufactured and tested to comply with EC safety regulations.
BETA POCKET
©2018 A. Adkins & Sons Ltd. All rights reserved. E&OE. V1.0.
All products within the ADKINS range are labelled with CE marking and are manufactured and tested to comply with EC safety regulations.
©2018 A. Adkins & Sons Ltd. All rights reserved. E&OE. V1.0.
Operators Handbook
Rev B - 03/12/18Rev B - 03/12/18

Preface
Dear User
Welcome to the growing group of Adkins Beta Pocket Press users.
The product you have purchased has been carefully designed and
manufactured to ensure that you, the user, will gain the maximum
benefit.
All Adkins products are specifically designed to ensure ease of use
with particular attention to safety requirements.
Should you discover any fault or damage upon receipt of this
product, you should immediately contact your supplier.

Contents
1. Introduction Beta Pocket Press 1
1.1 What did you receive? 2
1.2 Specifications of the Beta Pocket Press 3
1.3 Safety 4
1.4 Safety tips 4
2. Installation 6
2.1 Transport instructions 6
2.2 Installing the machine 6
2.3 Electrical requirements 6
2.4 Adjusting the pressure 7
3. How to operate the Beta Pocket Press 8
3.1 Starting with the Beta Pocket Press 8
3.2 Working with heat transfer materials 8
3.3 Material fusing 9
3.4 Pressing pad assembly 10
3.5 Shutting down the machine 10
3.6 Fault diagnosis 11
3.7 Hints and tips 11
4. Maintenance of the Machine 13
4.1 Daily maintenance 13
4.2 Periodic maintenance 13
4.3 Cleaning 13
4.4 Interchangeable size Platen 13
5. Machine Drawings, Diagrams and
Declaration
14
5.1 General layout 15
5.2 Control unit operation 16
5.3 Exploded diagram and parts list 17
5.4 Machine electrical schematic 18
5.5 Controller wiring diagram 19
6. Design Change 20
7. Guarantee (Limited Warranty) 21
8.
Declaration of Conformity 22

Page 1
1. Introduction Beta Pocket
Press
The Beta Pocket Press was originally produced for the laundry
industry, but is now used in a wider market for transferring onto
pockets and sleeves. Two sizes of worktable are available. This
simple robust machine is powered by a microprocessor for control of
both heat and dwell accuracy and ease of operation and requires
minimal operating space.
The Beta Pocket Press is produced in one version, nominally 230
Volts AC for the European market.
Two sizes of table are supplied as standard unless by arrangement.

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1.1 What did you receive?
The Beta Pocket Press has been shrink wrapped, placed in a box,
and held in place with foam. The following articles should have been
delivered:
• Beta Pocket Press complete with mains cable and plug
• Beta Pocket Press Users’ Handbook
• Any extra items ordered
If there is any damage or any article is missing, please contact your
supplier immediately.

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1.2 Specifications of the Beta Pocket Press
The Beta Pocket Press is a manually operated heat press for
transfer printing and material fusing. It is ideal for medium volume
production.
The work area of the Beta Pocket Press is 10 x 8 cm (4 x 3 in) or 8 x
6.5 cm (3 x 2.5 in).
Specifications
Power consumption 0.5 kW
Power supply 230 Volts AC
Working temperature 70 - 235oC
Display timer range 0 – 9.59 min
Machine height open 80 cm (31.5 in)
Machine height closed 43 cm (17 in)
Machine width 28 cm (11 in)
Machine depth 52 cm (20.5 in)
Working area required 52(L) x 28(W) x 80(H) cm
(20.5(L) x 11(W) x 31.5(H) in)
Press pad dimensions 10 x 8 cm (4 x 3 in)
or 8 x 6.5 cm (3 x 2.5 in)
N
et weigh
t
15 Kg (33 lbs.)
Gross weight 18 Kg (39.5 lbs.)
Fuses 3.15A
A-weighted noise level <70dB(A)

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1.3 Safety
The Beta Pocket Press has been equipped with various safety
features to ensure operator safety.
a. A thermal cut-out on the heating element shuts off the
power to the element if the temperature exceeds 235oC ±
15oC (455oF ±27oF).
b. The time/temperature controller has a built in facility
giving error messages in the event of faults with the element
heating and control system.
1.4 Safety Tips
Our customer service department has its own service
engineers and, if required, maintenance and advice is
available.
♦ The Beta Pocket Press meets the European Legislation
standard. Under normal conditions accidents are rare.
However listed below are some practical points to ensure
your safety.
• Always switch off the current (and pull plug out of
the socket) when undertaking maintenance work or
when cleaning the machine.
• Keep other people away from the machine during
use.
• Ensure that there is sufficient space around the
machine. Cables and connections must not get
jammed. Although the heat radiation of the press is
low, there should be enough space for cooling
down.
• Avoid contact with the press element.
♦ DO NOT REMOVE THE BASE BOARD OR
CONTROLLER UNLESS QUALIFIED TO DO SO -
touching internal parts is dangerous and may cause shock
hazard. All electrical connections inside covers are live.
Never operate Press with any covers and/or guards removed.
♦ PROTECT THE MAINS CABLE - damage to the mains
cable may cause fire or shock hazard. When unplugging,
hold by the plug only and remove carefully. Take care that
the mains cable does not come into contact with the heat
plate (or moving parts of the mechanism) during operation of
the machine.

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Safety Tips (cont.)
♦ OPERATING AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE -
the operating ambient temperature range is 0oC - 35oC, (32oF
- 104oF) for a relative humidity of 20 - 80%. This heat
press is fitted with a thermal cut out to ensure that it cannot
operate above 235oC ± 15oC (455oF ±27oF).
 MACHINE FUSE(S) - type: ultra rapid (FF) fuses 1¼” 230
Volts AC max. 3.15 Amps.
 WARNING - THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED
(GROUNDED)
 CAUTION
This machine gets hot whilst operating. Take care not to
touch any surfaces that are labelled “Caution this plate is
HOT”.
 MACHINE OPERATION
Only suitable persons trained to do so should operate this
machine.
This machine is designed to be operated by one operator
only.
Use both hands to move the handle up or down for safety.
Keep fingers away from trapping points in the arm-lever
toggle mechanism. Using both hands on the handle keeps the
hands safe.
Do not allow the handle to move upward, by the effect of the
springs, use both hands to control movement.
Contact your print media supplier to ascertain whether
fumes are given off during the transfer process, and if so
what precautions are needed for operator safety, these may
include air extraction, and / or mask for personnel.
Please refer to Page 15 for an illustration of the Beta Pocket Press
machine.

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2. Installation
2.1 Transport instructions
The machine comes to you in a box. If you have to transport the
machine at any time it is recommended that you use a similar box and
packing methods. Please let the machine cool down and lower the
handle to the locked position.
2.2 Installing the machine
2.2.1 Remove all packaging from the heat press.
2.2.2 Check to ensure that no damage has been caused to the
machine during transit.
2.2.3 Place the machine on a sturdy horizontal surface that is
within easy reach of the operator and allow space for the
handle to move up to the loading position. Ensure that no
items vulnerable to heat radiation are too close to the
machine and that local lighting is adequate.
2.3 Electrical requirements
The Beta Pocket Press should be connected to the mains supply,
(nominally 230-240 Volts AC for the European Market by the mains
cable provided and a suitable plug. A qualified person should carry
out this work.
The press is designed for 230-240 Volts AC ± 50/60 hertz and
requires exclusive use of a power outlet rated for at least 10 amps
(Europe).
Ensure that the supply rating on the machine specification plate
corresponds with your local supply and that the correct plug is fitted.
MAINS LEAD
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Green and Yellow: EARTH
230 VAC Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE

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Electrical requirements (cont.)
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your plug, proceed as follows:-
1. The wire coloured green and yellow must be connected to
the terminal in the plug, which is marked by the letter E, or
by the safety earth symbol coloured green, or green and
yellow.
2. The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal,
which is marked with the letter N, (Neutral Connector).
3. The wire coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal, which is marked with the letter L, (Live
Connector).
NOTE:
Replacement of the mains cable must be done by a competent
service engineer.
HEATING ELEMENT
The heating element fitted to this press is rated at 0.50 kW.
Never connect to any outlet or power supply having a different
voltage/frequency from that on the machine data plate.
2.4 Adjusting the pressure
This press is fitted with a pressure-adjusting unit, which enables the
heat plate assembly to be raised or lowered by use of a pressure
adjustment knob located on the top of the machine:
a) To increase pressure or to use thinner materials turn knob
clockwise.
b) To decrease pressure or to raise the heat plate assembly to
enable thicker materials to be used, turn the adjustment knob
anticlockwise.
NOTE
DO NOT adjust the pressure when the machine is clamped shut
CAUTION
Never increase the pressure to the extent of requiring undue force
to lower the toggle/heat plate assembly into the lock position, as
this will place excessive stress on the press frame, resulting in
permanent damage to the press and possible injury to the
operator.
Please refer to Page 16 showing the operation of the control unit.

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3. How to Operate the Beta
Pocket Press
3.1 Starting with the Beta Pocket Press
3.1.1 Plug into your supply outlet and switch supply on.
N.B. Please ensure the mains plug is easily accessible to the
operator so that in the event of a fault the machine can be
unplugged.
3.1.2 Turn on the Beta Pocket Press; the on/off switch is to the
right of the controller. Set the machine controls as
necessary. See instructions for adjusting the pressure,
Paragraph 2.4, and the operation of the time temperature
unit, Page 16. When the set temperature is steady in the
display the machine is ready to use.
3.2 Working with Heat Transfer Materials
This section is divided into Transfer Marking/Transfer Printing and
Heat Bonding and Fusing.
First ascertain from the supplier of the material that it is suitable to
be used, and obtain the correct heat and time dwell setting for the
material and transfer.
Approximate settings may be as follows:-
3.2.1 Transfer Marking
NOTE: Transfer marking is usually for the marking of materials
for identification purposes and should not be confused with
the transfer printing, as mentioned in the next section.
3.2.2 Transfer Printing
200oC (392oF) - Heat setting
3 to 5 seconds - Time dwell settin
g
190oC-200oC (374oF-392oF) - Heat setting
20 to 30 seconds - Time dwell settin
g

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Working with Heat Transfer Materials (cont.)
NOTE: Always ascertain from the supplier of material and transfer
paper, that the material to be used is suitable for, and has
been prepared for transfer printing.
3.2.3 Heat Bonding - Fusing
3.2.4 Ensure that the heat setting and dwell time setting are
correct for the material being used.
3.2.5 Adjust the pressure setting of the machine by rotating the
adjusting knob situated at the rear of the machine. (See
exploded diagram in this manual.) Clockwise for more
pressure, anticlockwise for less pressure.
3.2.6 Adjust the position of the silicone pad table to align with
the heat plate by loosening the locking knob situated
underneath the silicone pad table, positioning it as required
(front to back) and retightening the locking knob.
3.2.7 Lay the fabric to be transfer printed on the work table,
removing all wrinkles.
3.2.8 Place the transfer paper in the desired position on top of
the fabric.
3.2.9 Gently pull the handle forward into the lock position using
both hands for safety and ensuring that the work is firmly
clamped between the heat plate and the pressure pad.
3.2.10 When the pre-set dwell time has been reached, a buzzer
will sound. The heat plate should then be lifted by pushing
the handle back to its full extent using both hands if the
machine lifts from the table, the pressure is adjusted too
high.
3.2.11 For safety reasons, it is necessary to push the handle into
the locked position after it is lifted. This will ensure the
accidental lowering of the heat platen handle.
3.3 Material Fusing
3.3.1 When the press is to be used for the fusing of fusible
interlining/heat bonding etc., ascertain from the supplier of
the material to be used, the correct settings for time and
temperature for the process.
140oC-200oC (284oF-392oF) - Heat setting
5 to 15 seconds - Time dwell settin
g

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Material Fusing (cont.)
Approximate settings are usually within the following:-
120
oC-170oC (284oF-338oF) - Heat Setting
5 - 30 seconds - Time Dwell Setting
The method of operation for fusing is the same as for
transfer printing.
During the fusing operation it will be found to be
advantageous to lay a piece of PTFE cover material (the
same size as the heat plate), over the article being fused.
This will act as an anti-stick barrier to prevent strike through
of any surplus adhesive from the fusible materials adhering
to the heat plate of the press.
NOTE:
It is not advisable that this PTFE cover material be used when the
press is being used for transfer printing.
3.4 Pressing Pad Assembly
The pressing pad normally supplied with this machine is silicone
rubber. The pressing pad must be maintained in good condition at all
times and replaced when showing signs of wear. A worn pressing
pad will always affect the quality of printing/fusing. Do not insert
items into the machine, which would tend to cut the pressing pad, i.e.
buttons, pins, press-studs or zips.
Never allow the hot heat plate to rest on the pressing pad when the
press is not being used as the pad may be damaged.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The pressing pad supplied with the machine is of the correct
thickness. Using a thicker pad may invalidate your warranty.
3.5 Shutting Down the Machine
To shut down the machine, turn off the green illuminated rocker
switch to the right of the controller. The handle should be in the up
position.
After shutting off the machine it should not be switched on again
for 30 seconds.

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3.6 Fault Diagnosis
This machine has a built in fault diagnosis. The display may show
the following:
1. H-F
If the element of the heat press, or the thermal cut-out go
open circuit, after approximately 20 minutes the display will
show “Heat Fault”, and a buzzer will sound. If this display
is seen, contact your machine supplier immediately.
2. P-F
If the probe goes open circuit, the display will show “Probe
Fault” immediately, and a buzzer will sound. Contact your
machine supplier immediately.
CAUTION
In all fault conditions switch off the power to the machine and
unplug the machine from the electrical supply before contacting your
machine supplier.
3.7 Hints and Tips
Transfer Printing
Extra care should always be taken to ensure that transfer paper is
placed print down onto the article, as mistakes will result in the heat
plate becoming soiled with ink and spoiling following work.
When transfer printing, it may be found to be advantageous to
cover the press pad with paper to prevent strike-through of surplus
ink, particularly when printing thin material as surplus print on the
pressing pad cover can also strike back on the following work.
Transfer Paper/Motifs Fail to Print Out Correctly
Check:-
1. Heat and time dwell settings are correct.
2. Article having transfer applied is locked in contact between
pressing pad and heat plate.
3. Pressing pad is in good condition, and is making complete
contact over the whole area of the heat plate. See Pressing
Pad details.
“Ghosting” (Double Image) of Transfer Prints

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Hints and Tips (cont.)
Check:-
1. Material being used has been correctly heat set for transfer
printing.
2. Material being used does not shrink during printing
process, i.e. measure material before and after printing.
3. Transfer paper does not move after printing process upon
lift off of the heat plate.
4. If possible, use adhesive coated paper, particularly to
overcome fabric shrinkage.
5. By pre-shrinking of material in press before transfer
printing.

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4. Maintenance of the Machine
4.1 Daily Maintenance
For good press results it is important to keep the press surfaces
clean. Wipe the surface of the heat plate with a dry non-abrasive
cloth before use when the plate is cold.
When heat plates are hot and not in use, keep open position away
from the silicone pad.
4.2 Periodic Maintenance
Put a few drops of oil onto the various pivot pins and the pressure
adjusting screw every three months.
Periodically clean the TEFLON coated heat elements with a non-
abrasive piece of cloth. Stubborn stains may be cleaned, when the
elements are cool, with mineral spirits.
4.3 Cleaning
First unplug the machine. Clean the outside of the machine
frequently with a clean, moist cloth. This may conveniently be
carried out before starting when the machine is cool.
To prevent soiling of substrate, periodic wiping of entire exterior
machine, including platens, with a clean rag is recommended. If
necessary, use mineral spirits for cleaning a cold machine. Since
mineral spirits are flammable, use precautions at all times and keep
away from sparks, flames or hot heat platen.
4.4 Interchangeable size platen areas
How to do it?
To exchange one size pad plate and pad for another, unscrew the
knurled knob 27 on Exploded Diagram (Page 17), remove the pad
plate and pad substitute the new pad plate and pad screw on the
knurled knob. Adjust the fore and aft position as required.

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5. Machine Drawings,
Diagrams and Declarations
On the following pages are the schematic diagrams for the Beta
Pocket Press machine.
5.1 General Layout.…………………………... Page 15
5.2 Control Unit – Operation …….…………. Page 16
5.3 Exploded Diagram and Parts List ..…...... Page 17
5.4 Electrical Diagram …..……………...…… Page 18
5.5 Controller - Electrical Diagram ……... Page 19

5.1 General Layout of the Beta Pocket Press
MACHINE OPERATING
HANDLE
HEATING ELEMENT
TIME/TEMP
CONTROL UNIT
PRINTING PLATEN
MAINS LEAD SOCKET
ON/OFF SWITCH
PRESSURE ADJUST
KNOB
Page 15

5.2 Operation Of Control Unit, Setting Time and Temperature
(The head must always be in the up position before the controller is set)
Page 16
ACT
ACT
TEMP
TEMP
SET
SET
TIME
TIME
Setting Temperature
Setting Time
ACT
ACT
TEMP
TEMP
SET
SET
TIME
TIME
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Switch on Press; Display and
'TEMP' indicator will light up.
Press 'MODE' button to select 'Set'
on indicator.
The Display will start flashing.
Use the 'UP' and 'DOWN' arrow
buttons to set the required
temperature.
When you have set the required
temperature the Display will stop
flashing and the 'SET' indicator will
go out.
Press the 'ON/OFF' button to start
the Press heating to the selected
temperature. The 'ACT' indicator will
light up.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Switch on Press; Display and
'TEMP' indicator will light up.
Press 'MODE' button twice to select
'SET' and 'TIME' on indicator.
The display will start to flash.
Use the 'UP' and 'DOWN' arrow
buttons to set the required time.
When you have selected the
required time the Display will stop
flashing and the 'SET' and 'TIME'
indicators will go out.
Press the 'ON/OFF' button to start
the Press. The 'ACT' indicator will
light up.

5.3 Exploded Diagram and Parts List
Page 17
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37
36
38
34
35
33
32
31
30
29
28
27
26
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9
10
11
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
232425 ITEM DESCRIPTION QU. PIN No.
1 BASE 1 NCC34
2 RUBBER FEET 4 SWC33
3 DOWELS 4 NCC74
4 BASE BOARD 1 NCC37
5 MICRO SWITCH 1 BMC462
6 MICRO SWITCH BRACKET 1 NCC31
7 BUZZER 1 BUZ1
8 OVERLAY FACIA 1 SWC101
9 FILTER FUSE UNIT 1 BMPC16
10 POWER BOARD 1 BMC332/B
11 3.15 AMP FUSE 1 SWC51
12
MAINS LEAD AND PLUG 230 V (UK) 1 BMC618
MAINS LEAD AND PLUG 120 V (USA) 1 BMC618/A
MAINS LEAD AND PLUG 230 V (EU) 1 BMC620
13 SPRING HOOK 3 BMC477
14 ARM SPRING 1 NC36
15 PIVOT BUSH 1 NCC26
16 HANDLE WHEEL 1 BMC507
17 TOGGLE SIDE PLATES 2 NCC24
18 ARM PIVOT PIN 1 NCC15
19 LEVER PIVOT PIN 1 NCC28/A
20 TOGGLE PIVOT PIN 1 NCC14
21 NYLON NUTS 6 -
22 ARM TOGGLE PIN 2 NCC27/A
23 LEVER SIDE PLATES 2 NCC25
24 LEVER HANDLE 1 NCC23
25 HANDLE 2 BMC19/H
26 ARM 1 NCC22
27 INSULATION COVER 1 NCC65
28 THERMAL CUTOUT 1 BM338
29 HEXAGON NUT 12 -
30 CLAMP PLATE 1 NCC63
31 TYPE 'K' THERMO COUPLE 1 FP3057
32 ELEMENT 240V x 400W 1 MP1010
33 HEAT PLATE 1 NCC62
34 PAD PLATE (8 CM x 6.5 CM) 1 NCC619/A
35 PAD PLATE (10 CM x 8 CM) 1 NCC61
36 KNURLED KNOB 1 BMC224
37 PAD PLATE SUPPORT 1 NCC10
38 KNURLED KNOB M6 x 33 1 NCC73
39 SPACER 4 NCC20
40 FACIA PLATE 1 SWC102
41 FRONT BOARD 1 BMC332/A
42 M12 STUDDING 1 STUD1
ACT
ACT
TEMP
TEMP
SET
SET
TIME
TIME
39
40
41
42
USA UK
EU
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