Adkins Hobby Jack User manual

Operators Manual
A. Adkins & Sons Limited
18 Lancaster Road, Hinckley,
Leicestershire LE10 0AW
United Kingdom
Tel: [+44] (0)1455 891 291
FAX: [+44] (0)1455 633 503
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.aadkins.com

Important safety instructions Page
Special instructions Page
Save these instructions Page
Connecting to power Page
Mains AC operation Page
Important Page
Caution Page
Safety precautions Page
Using your press Page
Connecting your Hobby Jack heat press Page
Preparations Page
Selecting the temperature Page
Heat applying/sealing procedure Page
Cleaning Page
Tips and advice Page
Please note Page
Exploded diagram and parts list Page
Electrical diagram Page
Declaration of conformity Page
Contents
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WhenusingyourHobbyJackheatpressbasicsafetyprecautionsshouldalwaysbe
followed, including the following.
Read all instructions before using
Use Hobby Jack heat press for its intended use only, namely to manipulate fabrics and
transfer designs.
To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the Hobby Jack heat press in
water or other liquids.
This Hobby Jack heat press is not designed to be used by people (including children) with
a physical, sensory or mental impairment, people without knowledge or experience,
unless they are supervised or given prior instructions concerning the use of the appliance
by someone responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the Hobby Jack heat
press.
The Hobby Jack heat press is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote control system.
The temperature control of your Hobby Jack heat press should always be 0 (zero) before
pluggingorunpluggingfrom the outlet. Never yank power leadtodisconnectfrom
electrical outlet, instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
Do not allow power lead to touch hot surfaces. Let Hobby Jack heat press cool completely
before putting away. Disconnect the power lead from your Hobby Jack heat press when
storing.
Always disconnect your Hobby Jack heat press from the electrical outlet when not in use.
Do not operate your Hobby Jack heat press with a damaged power lead or if the Hobby
Jack heat press has been dropped or damaged. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not
disassemble your Hobby Jack heat press instead take it to a qualified electrical engineer
for examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly can cause a risk of electric shock when
your Hobby Jack heat press is used.
Do not leave Hobby Jack heat press unattended while connected or while heat pressing a
decal.
Burns can occur from touching hot metal parts. Use caution when opening and closing
your Hobby Jack heat press.
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Your Hobby Jack heat press must be used and rested on a firm, flat and stable surface.
Your Hobby Jack heat press should not be used if it has been dropped, if there are visible
signs of damage.
Never bend the power lead when using or putting you Hobby Jack heat press away as in
time this could damage the device.
For non-rewireable plugs the fuse cover MUST be refitted when replacing fuse. If the
fuse cover is lost then the plug must not be used until a replacement can be obtained.
Before use remove all packaging and any loose labels from you Hobby Jack heat press.
Leave warning stickers in place.
Your Hobby Jack heat press should be situated within easy reach, during operation, with
sufficient space around it so that no trapping points are created.
When lowering the heat plate on your Hobby Jack heat press it is recommended that you
use both hands.
Your Hobby Jack heat press should be operated in adequate lighting condition only.
This appliance is designed for use in the following conditions; Temperature 5 to 40°C (41
to 104°F); Humidity 20 to 80%.
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To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same
circuit.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
More specifically
DONOTletchildrenor untrained persons use your Hobby Jack heat press without
supervision.
NEVER immerse your Hobby Jack heat press, power cable or plug in any liquid.
DO NOT leave your Hobby Jack heat press unattended with fabrics or very flammable
materials.
DO NOT leave your Hobby Jack heat press unnecessarily plugged in. Always disconnect
the plug from the outlet socket when the appliance is not in use.
NEVER touch the appliance with wet or damp hands.
DO NOT use the power lead or your Hobby Jack heat press in order to pull the plug out
of the outlet socket.
DO NOT leave your Hobby Jack heat press exposed to the weather (rain, sun etc.)
DONOT leave your Hobby Jack heat press unsupervised when it is connected to the
power outlet.
Please note!
Do not use chemical agents or harsh cleaning agents to clean your Hobby Jack heat press
or immerse in liquid.
CONNECTING TO POWER
BeforeswitchingonyourHobby Jack heat press make sure that the voltage ofyour
electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate.
This appliance may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change the
fuse in a non-rewireable plug the fuse cover must be refitted if the fuse cover is lost or
damaged. The plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.
It is important that the colour of the replacement fuse cover corresponds with the colour
markingonthe fuse. If the plug hastobe changed because it is notsuitable for your
socket or the original becomes damaged, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug
fitted, following the wiring instruction below. The damaged plug that is removed must be
disposed of safely, as insertion into a power outlet socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard.
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For your own safety read the following instructions carefully before attempting to connect
this unit to the mains.
For safety reasons your Hobby Jack heat press must be sited close to a power outlet for
easy reach in the event of a problem.
MAINS (AC) OPERATION
Your Hobby Jack heat press is designed to operate on 230V~50Hz only. Connecting it to
other power sources may damage the unit.
The wires in the power lead are coloured in accordance with the following:
BLUE = NEUTRAL, BROWN = LIVE, GREEN + YELLOW = EARTH
IMPORTANT
Asthecolourofthewiresinthepowerleadof your Hobby Jack heatpressmaynot
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, please
proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter N.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L.
The wire which is coloured green + yellow must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter E.
If a 13 Amp (BS 1363) plug is used, a 13 Amp fuse must be fitted, or if any other plug is
used a 13 Amp fuse must be fitted, either in the plug or adapter (if used) or on the main
distribution board.
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earth wire (green and yellow)
neutral wire (blue)
cable clamp
plastic case
power lead
live wire (brown)
fuse
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CAUTION
To prevent electric shock disconnect from the outlet before removing cover. There are no
user serviceable parts inside. Please refer servicing to a qualified service engineer.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Donot allowyourHobbyJack heat pressoranypart ofthepowerconnectors to be
exposed to rain or moisture.
Mains supply: 230 Volts~50 Hz with a supply rated for at least 13 Amps (AC only).
Aninterruptiontotheelectricalsupplywouldnecessitatethatyouimmediately
disconnectyourHobbyJackheat pressesplug fromthemainssupplysocket,asa
resumption of power would allow the machine to heat up. This could cause a danger if
your Hobby Jack heat press was unattended during power resumption.
If replacement of the fuse in the rear of the appliance is necessary please replace with a
Glass fuse rated at 8A 250V - Adkins Part No. SCC27 or equivalent.
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Heat plate
The heat plate gets
very hot during normal
use and should not be
touched with bare hands
Top handle
Bottom handle
Silicone pad
Temperature
light
Power light
Power socket
Rear view
of press Fuse holder cap
Handle catch
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Using your press
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Below are diagrams outlining the various parts of
yourpress. Itis advised to familiarize yourself
withthese priortousingyour pressforthe first
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CONNECTING YOUR HOBBY JACK HEAT PRESS
Connecting your press to the power outlet is a simple task that requires only that you use
thesuppliedpower cordandlead.Usingaleadotherthantheonesuppliedwill
invalidate your warranty and could lead to personal injury.
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Gently lower the heat plate
Connect your press to the power
supply and switch on at the outlet
Warning: only use the lead
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When using your Hobby Jack heat press for the first time, you may notice a slight emission
of smoke and/ or a slight smell of burning, this is completely normal and will stop after a
short period.
PREPARATIONS
When heat applying/ sealing with your Hobby Jack heat press, you should follow the
advice of the manufacturer/ supplier of the materials used with regard to temperature/ time/
ventilation, as some materials may emit fumes. Failure to do so could invalidate your
warranty.
SELECTING THE TEMPERATURE
If you have a large amount of varying types of work to complete it is advised to start with
the work that requires the lowest heat setting.
Working in this logical order reduces the amount of waiting time (your Hobby Jack heat
press requires less time to heat up than to cool down) and reduces the chance of spoiling
your work due to overheating.
Place the plug into the outlet and switch on the supply.
Close the heat plate using the handle but do not clamp shut.
Using the dial select the desired temperature. Please refer to the diagram below for dial
temperature settings.
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Ambient
temp.
Rhinestones
Flex Flock
Sublimation
(transfer paints & crayons)
Max temp: 220°C (428°F)

The green light on the front of your Hobby Jack heat press will illuminate to indicate that
the press is switched on (see diagram below).
The red light, also on the front of your Hobby Jack heat press, will also illuminate to
indicate that the temperature is climbing (see diagram below).
When the red light goes out your Hobby Jack heat press has reached the required tempera-
ture as set by the temperature setting dial.
HEAT APPLYING/SEALING PROCEDURE
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Release the handle catch to open your press

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2Position the transfer in the
desired location over the
material to be applied to
Take care not to touch
the heat plate
3Lower the heat plate using both hands,
taking care to close the handle catch

CLEANING
Please note: Before cleaning your Hobby Jack heat press in any way make sure that the
outlet plug is not connected to the socket and that the heat plate has completely cooled.
Any deposits left on the heat plate can be removed using a damp cloth or a non-abrasive
liquid detergent.
Avoid scratching the heat plate with steel wool or metallic objects.
Other parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth then wiped over with a dry cloth.
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4After the required time has
elapsed (as notified by the
manufacturer of the material
and/or the transfer type
applied) release the handle
catch and raise the heat
plate to the fully open
position
Take care not to touch
the heat plate
*Tip
It is a good idea
to use a stop watch
for accurate time keeping

TIPS AND ADVICE
If you don’t know the composition of the fabric, determine the suitable temperature by
testing a hidden corner of the garment. Start with a low temperature and increase it gradu-
ally until it reaches the ideal temperature.
Never heat press areas with traces of perspiration or other marks; The heat of the plate fixes
the stains on the fabric, making them irremovable.
To avoid marking silk, woollen or synthetic garments a Teflon®sheet or baking parchment
is recommended.
PLEASE NOTE
If the power lead is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or their service agent
or simply a qualified person in order to avoid an electrocution hazard.
Service personnel must be given supervision or instruction concerning the use of your
Hobby Jack heat press prior to repairs being undertaken.
Do not let children or pets play with your Hobby Jack heat press.
Keep your Hobby Jack heat press and power lead out of the reach of children or pets when
it is live and/ or cooling down.
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plug and lead varies
by locale or region
No. Part Description Qu. Part No.
1 Heat Plate Cover 1 AHJ1
2 Thermostat Housing 1 AHJ2
3 Thermostat 1 AHJ3
4 Heat Plate 1 AHJ4
5 P.T.F.E. Gasket 2 AHJ5
6 Temperature Sensor 1 AHJ6
7 Rear Hinge Screw 2 AHJ7
8 Front Hinge Screw 2 AHJ8
9 Left Sided Machine Arm 1 AHJ9
10 Upper Machine Handle 1 AHJ10
11 Siliconee Pad 1 AHJ11
12 Machine Table 1 AHJ12
13 Machine Body 1 AHJ13
14 Fuse Holder 1 ASC35
15 Power Socket 1 ASC29
16 Lower Machine Handle 1 AHJ14
17 Locking Clamp 1 AHJ15
18 Red Warning Lamp 1 AHJ16
19 Machine Frame 1 AHJ17
20 Mains Lead and Plug 230 V (UK) 1 BMC618
Mains Lead and Plug 120 V (USA) 1 NCC618/A
Mains Lead and Plug 230 V (EU) 1 NCC620
21 Rubber Feet 4 SWC33
22 Cable Protector 1 AHJ18
23 Temperature Controller Knob 1 AHJ19
24 Right Sided Machine Arm 1 AHJ20
25 8 A ~ 250 V Glass Fuse 1 SCC27
26 Green Warning Lamp 1 AHJ021
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USAUK EU
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LF1
Brown Blue Green/Yellow
Green/Yellow
Element
N E
Earth
TB 1-1 TB 1-2
TB 1-3 TB 1-1 (Sleeved to show Live Connection) TB 1-2 TB 1-1
TB 1-2 TB 1-3
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Brown Brown TCO TS
Brown
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Red
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Key: TCO = Thermal Cut-out TS = Thermal Switch GL = Green Lamp (Power Indicator) RL = Red Lamp (Temperature Indicator) F1 = 8A Fuse TB1 - Terminal Block
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Electrical diagram
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Declaration of conformity
Declaration of conformity
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Application of Council Directives:
Standards to which Conformity is
Declared:
Manufacturer's Name:
Manufacturer's Address:
Type of Equipment:
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Year of Manufacture:
Machinery, Low Voltage. E.M.C.
BS EN ISO 12100-1:2003+A1:2009 - Safety of machinery: Basic Technology.
BS EN ISO 12100-2:2003 - Safety of machinery: Principles of Design.
BS EN 60204-1:2006 - Safety of machinery: Electrical Equipment of Machines.
BS EN 60529:1992 - Degrees of protection provided by enclosures.
BS EN ISO 13850:2008 - Safety of machinery: Emergency Stops.
BS EN ISO 141211:2007 - Safety of machinery: Principles for Risk Assessment.
BS EN 55011:1998 - Class A Group 2 equipment - EMC Emissions.
BS EN ISO 61000-6-4:2007 - EMC Conducted Emissions.
BS EN ISO 61000-6-2:2005 - EMC Immunity.
A. Adkins & Sons Limited
High Cross, 18 Lancaster Road,
Hinckley, Leicester, LE10 0AW, United Kingdom.
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Place: Hinckley,
United Kingdom
Date: ....................................
Signature: ....................................
Full Name: Marie McMahon
Position: General Manager
Adkins Hobby Jack Heat Press
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directives and
Standards.

A. Adkins & Sons Limited
18 Lancaster Road, Hinckley, Leicestershire LE10 0AW United Kingdom