Adkins Studio Clam Service manual

©2015 a.adkins and sons limited. all rights reserved
Studio Clam & Mini Clam
Operators Handbook

Preface
Dear User
Welcome to the growing group of Studio Clam Press and Studio
Mini Clam 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 A. Adkins & Sons Limited 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 Studio Clam Press and
Studio Mini Clam Press 1
1.1 Specifications of the Studio Clam Press and
Studio Mini Clam Press 1
1.2 Safety 2
2. Installation 3
2.1 Transport instructions 3
2.2 Installing the machine 3
2.3 Electrical requirements 3
2.4 Adjusting the pressure 4
3. How to operate the Studio Clam
Press Studio Mini Clam Press 5
3.1 Starting with the Studio Clam Press and Studio
Mini Clam Press 5
3.2 Working with heat transfer materials 5
3.3 Pressing pad assembly 6
3.4 Shutting down the machine 6
4. Maintenance of the Machine 7
4.1 Daily maintenance 7
4.2 Periodic maintenance 7
4.3 Cleaning 7
5. Machine Drawings and Diagrams 8
5.1 General Layout 9
5.2 Exploded diagram and parts list – Studio Clam
Press 10
5.3 Exploded diagram and parts list - Studio Mini
Clam Press 11
5.4 Control unit operation 12
5.5 General electrical diagram 13
5.6 Detailed electrical diagram 14
6. Design Change 15
7. Guarantee (Limited Warranty) 16
Declaration of Conformity 17

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1. Introduction Studio Clam
Press and Studio Mini Clam
Press
1.1 Specifications of the Studio Clam Press and
Studio Mini Clam Press
The Studio Clam Press and Studio Mini Clam Press are manually
operated heat presses for transfer printing and material fusing. They
are ideal for medium volume production.
The work areas are:
Studio Clam Press 38 x 38 cms (15 x 15 ins) and Studio Mini Clam
Press 28 x 38 cms (11 x 15 ins).
Specifications European Machines
Studio Clam Press Studio Mini Clam
Press
Power consumption 2200 Watts 1750 Watts
Power supply 230 Volts AC 230 Volts AC
Max. working temperature 260oC260
oC
Machine height open 86 cms 86 cms
Machine height closed 34.5 cms 34.5 cms
Machine width 38 cms 28 cms
Machine depth 61 cms 61 cms
N
et weigh
t
31 kg 27 kg
Press pad dimensions 38 x 38 cms 28 x 38 cms
Mains Fuse 15 A 10 A
Auxiliary Fuse 2 A 2 A
Specification USA Machines
Studio Clam Press Studio Mini Clam
Press
Power consumption 1600 Watts 1350 Watts
Power supply 110 Volts AC 110 Volts AC
Max. working temperature 500oF500
oF
Machine height open 34 ins 34 ins
Machine height closed 13.5 ins 13.5 ins
Machine width 15 ins 11 ins
Machine depth 24 ins 24 ins
N
et weigh
t
68 lbs 59.5 lbs
Press pad dimensions 15 x 15 ins 11 x 15 ins
Mains Fuse 20 A 16 A
Auxiliary Fuse 2 A 2 A

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1.2 Safety Tips
If required, our customer service team can arrange
maintenance service.
The Studio Clam Press and Studio Mini Clam Press meet
the European Legislation standard. Under normal conditions
accidents are rare. However listed below are some practical
points to ensure your safety.
Always use both hands when opening or closing the press
for positive control of the movement of the handle.
Always switch off the current (and pull plug out of the
socket) when undertaking maintenance work or when
cleaning the machine.
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 heat plate.
DO NOT REMOVE THE INSTRUMENT COVER
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.
OPERATING AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE - the
operating ambient temperature range is 32oF - 104oF, (0oC -
35oC) and humidity of 20 - 80%.
MACHINE FUSES - type: ultra-rapid (FF) fuses 1¼” 240
Vac max. 15 amps. (110 Vac max. 15 amps) for the Studio
Clam Press 240 Vac max. 10 amps. (110 Vac max. 10 amps)
for the Studio Mini Clam Press.
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 persons trained to do so should operate this machine.

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2. Installation
2.1 Transport instructions
The machine comes to you either shrink-wrapped or in a box. If you
have to transport the machine at any time it is recommended that you
use a similar box and packing method. 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.
2.3 Electrical requirements
The Studio Clam Press and Studio Mini Clam Press should be
connected to the mains supply, (nominally 230V AC for the European
Market or 110V AC for America) by the mains cable provided and a
suitable plug.
The presses are designed for 230 volts AC 50/60 hertz and require
exclusive use of a power outlet rated for at least 15 amps for Studio
Clam Press and 10 amps for Studio Mini Clam-Press.
Ensure that the supply rating on the machine specification plate
corresponds with your local supply and that the correct plug is fitted
(Europe), OR for 110 volts AC 5%, 15 amps for Studio Clam Press
and 10 amps for Studio Mini Clam Press (America).
MAINS LEAD
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Green and Yellow: EARTH
Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE
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:-

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Electrical requirements (cont.)
1. The wire coloured green and yellow must be connected to the
terminal in the plug that 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.
3. The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal,
which is marked with the letter L.
NOTE:
Replacement of the mains cable must be done by a competent service
engineer.
HEATING ELEMENT
The heating element fitted to the Studio Clam Press is rated at 2200
Watts and the element for the Studio Mini Clam Press is rated at 1750
Watts.
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 heat plate:
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
This machine is designed to be used with a light to medium
clamping pressure. If the pressure of the machine is adjusted too
high this may cause damage to the machine and invalidate your
warranty. Other machines are available for high-pressure
applications. Please ask your supplier for details.

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3. How to Operate the Studio
Clam Press and Studio Mini
Clam Press
3.1 Starting with the Studio Clam Press and Studio
Mini Clam 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 Studio Clam Press and Studio Mini Clam
Press; the on/off switch is on the side of the machine. Set the
machine controls as necessary. See instructions for adjusting
the pressure, page 4 and operation of Control Units page 12.
Press red on/off button to activate and heat the Heat Plate.
3.2 Working with Heat Transfer Materials
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.
3.2.1 Close the press to check the amount of closing pressure the
machine has been set at. If more or less pressure is required
then open the machine and turn the pressure-adjusting knob
located on top of the heat plate. For further instructions see
“pressure adjustment”.
3.2.2 Ensure that the heat controller is set to the correct setting for
the material being used. Before using the machine, preheat the
base pad of the machine by closing and re-opening the press a
number of times.
After pre-heating ensure that the machine is in the fully open
position.
3.2.3 Place the article to be transfer printed onto the pressing pad
and locate the transfer paper/substrate material on top in the
position required. Take care not to touch the heat plate to
avoid the risk of a burn.
3.2.4 Lower the heat plate by pulling down the handle.
3.2.5 When the required time interval has elapsed the alarm will
sound and the press should be opened by lifting the handle up
until it locks into position.

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Working with Heat Transfer Materials (cont.)
Unload the garment from the table of the machine taking
care not to touch the heat plate to avoid risk of a burn.
3.3 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.
3.4 Shutting Down the Machine
To shut down the machine, turn off the on/off switch at the side of the
machine. The handle should be in the up position.

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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 cloth before use when the
plate is cold.
4.2 Periodic Maintenance
Put a few drops of oil onto the various pivot pins and the pressure
adjusting screw every three months.
4.3 Cleaning
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. First unplug the machine!

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5. Machine Drawings and
Diagrams
On the following pages are the schematic diagrams for the
Studio Clam Press and Studio Mini Clam Press.
5.1 General Layout………………………….…... Page 9
5.2 Exploded diagram and parts list Studio Clam
Press………………………….……………… Page 10
5.3 Exploded diagram and parts list Studio
Mini Clam Press …………………………… Page 11
5.4 Control unit operation……………………... Page 12
5.5 General electrical diagram………….……... Page 13
5.6 Detailed electrical diagram……….………... Page 14

5.1 Machine General Layout
MACHINE
OPERATING
HANDLE
TIME AND TEMPERATURE
CONTROLLERS
PRESSURE
ADJUSTING
KNOB
PAD
TABLE
HEAT PLATE
ON/OFF
SWITCH
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5.2 Exploded Diagram and Parts List
(Studio Clam Press - 38cmx38cm Heat Plate)
1233
3
4
22
5
6
7
34
35
8
9
10
11 25
24
25
12
26
13
15
18
32
19
20
21
14 13
27
12
23
16
17
Page 10
No. Description Qty. Part No.
1 Pedestal Frame 1 ASCL1
2 Right Body Box 1 ASCL2
3 Left Body Box 1 ASCL3
4 Line Board 1 ASCL4
5 Fix Action Board 1 ASCL5
6 Back Cover Board 1 ASCL6
7 Timer 2 ASCL7
8 Pressure Adjust Knob 1 ASCL8
9 Screw 1 ASCL9
10 Nut 1 ASCL10
11 Operating Handle 1 ASCL11
12 Grooved Axle Pins 2 ASCL12
13 Threaded Axle Pins 2 ASCL13
14 Handle Links 2 ASCL14
15 Handle Grip 1 ASCL15
16 Stay Bar Arm 1 ASCL16
17 Magnetic Switch 1 ASCL17
18 Insulation Cover 1 ASCL18
19 Heater (2.2 Kw) 1 ASCL19
20 Silicone Pad 1 ASCL20/38
21 Mother Table 1 ASCL21/38
22 Temp Controller 1 ASCL22
23 Axle End Cap Washer 2 ASCL23
24 Axle End Cap Washer 2 ASCL24
25 Circlip 2 ASCL25
26 Pressure Springs 2 ASCL26
27 Probe 1 ASCL27
28 3 Pin Socket 1 ASCL28
29 On/Off Switch 1 ASCL29
30 Auxiliary Fuse Holder 1 ASCL30
30a Auxiliary Fuse 1 ASCL30A
31 2 Amp Auxiliary Fuse 1 ASCL31
32 Insulation Cover Rubbers 4 ASCL32
33 Main Control Unit 1 ASCL33
34 Solid State Relay 1 ASCL34
35 Heat Sink 1 ASCL35
36 Main Fuse Holder 1 ASCL36
37 15 A Mains Fuse 1 ASCL37
38
Mains Plug & Socket 230 V (UK) 1 BMC618
Mains Plug & Socket 120 V (USA) 1 BMC618/A
Mains Plug & Socket 230 V (EU) 1 BMC620
29
28
36
37
30a
30
USA UK
EU
38

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12
3
4
22
5
6
7
8
9
10
11 25
24
25
12
26
13
15
18
32
19
20
21
14 13
27
12
23
16
17
34
35
5.3 Exploded Diagram and Parts List
(Studio Mini Clam Press - 28cmx38cm Heat Plate)
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29
28
36
37
30a
30
No. Description Qty. Part No.
1 Pedestal Frame 1 ASCL1
2 Right Body Box 1 ASCL2
3 Left Body Box 1 ASCL3
4 Line Board 1 ASCL4
5 Fix Action Board 1 ASCL5
6 Back Cover Board 1 ASCL6
7 Timer 2 ASCL7
8 Pressure Adjust Knob 1 ASCL8
9 Screw 1 ASCL9
10 Nut 1 ASCL10
11 Operating Handle 1 ASCL11
12 Grooved Axle Pins 2 ASCL12
13 Threaded Axle Pins 2 ASCL13
14 Handle Links 2 ASCL14
15 Handle Grip 1 ASCL15
16 Stay Bar Arm 1 ASCL16
17 Magnetic Switch 1 ASCL17
18 Insulation Cover 1 ASCL18
19 Heater (1.75 Kw) 1 ASCL19A
20 Silicone Pad 1
ASCL20/28
21 Mother Table 1 ASCL21/28
22 Temp Controller 1 ASCL22
23 Axle End Cap Washer 2 ASCL23
24 Axle End Cap Washer 2 ASCL24
25 Circlip 2 ASCL25
26 Pressure Springs 2 ASCL26
27 Probe 1 ASCL27
28 3 Pin Socket 1 ASCL28
29 On/Off Switch 1 ASCL29
30 Auxiliary Fuse Holder 1 ASCL30
30a Auxiliary Fuse 1 ASCL30A
31 2 Amp Auxiliary Fuse 1 ASCL31
32 Insulation Cover Rubbers 4 ASCL32
33 Main Control Unit 1 ASCL33
34 Solid State Relay 1 ASCL34
35 Heat Sink 1 ASCL35
36 Main Fuse Holder 1 ASCL36
37 10 A Mains Fuse 1 ASCL37A
38 Mains Plug & Socket 230 V (UK) 1 BMC618
Mains Plug & Socket 120 V (USA) 1 BMC618/A
Mains Plug & Socket 230 V (EU) 1 BMC620
USA UK
EU
38

5.4 Operation Of Control Units, Setting Temperature and Time
(The press must always be in the open position before the controller is set)
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Setting Temperature
1.
2.
3.
4.
Setting Digital Counter to Zero
1.
2.
Press 'CLEAR' button and 'COR' will appear in controller
window and 'COUNTER' value will flash.
Press 'CLEAR' button again to zero counter.
Setting Time
1.
2.
3.
4.
Switch on machine.
Press 'UP' and 'DOWN'
buttons to change temperature
values.
The unit stores automatically
once required value is
achieved.
Press 'START/STOP' button to
start machine heating.
Switch on machine.
Press 'UP' and 'DOWN'
buttons to change time values.
The unit stores automatically
once required value is
achieved.
Press 'START/STOP' button to
start machine.
MODE DOWN UP
HOLD
STOP PV
SV
°C
H
O
LD
S
T
OP
PV
°C
S
V
COUNTER
CLEAR DOWN UP
HOLD
STOP PV
AT
OUT
°F
T
H
O
LD
S
T
OP
PV
A
T
°
F
T
OU
T
COUNTER

1 2
MAIN CONTROL
BOARD
SOLID
STATE
RELAY
PROBE
ELEMENT
MAIN FUSE
5.5 General Electrical Diagram
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MAGNETIC
SWITCH
AUXILIARY
FUSE
L1 L2
L3
+
+
-
-
L4
N1N
L
1 TEMPERATURE CONTROL PANEL 2 TIME CONTROL PANEL
KEY:

1 2
2
3 4 51
24-240VAC 25A
2
-4 INPUT
LOAD
OMROM
+3
6 7 8G3NA-225B
L4 N1
L2 L3
L4 N1 L2 N1 G
0.75mm2
0.75mm2
1.5mm2
1.5mm2
78
5-24VDC-
1
23
43
STAR
STOP
TIMER TEMPERATURE
65 L3 N11.5mm2
ROCKER
SWITCH
PROBETIME/TEMP. CONTROLLERS MAGNETIC
SWITCH HEATING ELEMENT
MAIN
FUSE
AUX.
FUSE
MAIN CONTROL
BOARD SOLID STATE
RELAY CONNECTION LINE OF LEFT MACHINE BOX
MAINS IN
5.6 Detailed Electrical Diagram
Page 14

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6. Design Change
With the policy of constant improvement and/or modification to meet
changing conditions, the right is reserved to change the design and/or
specifications at any time without prior notification, and therefore
specifications may vary and not be in accordance with this manual.

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7. Guarantee (Limited Warranty)
A. Adkins & Sons Limited warrants that the press is free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of
supply to the customer. The machine comes with a one-year warranty
on parts and 90 days labour.
This warranty covers all parts to repair the defects, except when
damage results from misuse or abuse, accident, alteration or negligence
or when a machine has been improperly installed.
If a press covered by warranty should need to be returned to the
factory for examination and repair, if on-site component replacement is
not possible, A. Adkins & Sons Limited will make every effort to repair
the customers press. The warranty will only be effective when A.
Adkins & Sons Limited authorises the original purchaser to return the
machine to the factory and only when the product upon examination has
proven to be defective.
Should in our opinion any part of this press be defective in materials or
workmanship, it will be replaced or repaired free of charge, provided
that the press has been installed and operated in the correct manner and
not subjected to misuse. If A. Adkins & Sons Limited authorise a
replacement press, the warranty of the replacement press shall expire on
the anniversary date of the original machines invoice to the customer.
In order for this warranty to be effective, no return of machine or
parts may be made without prior factory authorisation. (This will
exclude any travelling and/or carriage costs which will be charged at
our discretion).
This is the sole warranty given by the company; there are no
warranties, which extend beyond the description on the face hereof. The
seller disclaims any implied warranty of merchantability and/or any
implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose; the buyer agrees
that the goods are sold “as is”. A. Adkins & Sons Limited does not
warrant that the functions of the press will meet the customer’s
requirements or expectations. The entire risk as to use, quality and
performance of the press lies with the customer. (No claim of any kind
shall be greater than the sale price of the product or part to which the
claim is made).
In no event will A. Adkins & Sons Limited be liable for any injury,
loss or damage, including loss of profits, destruction of goods or any
special, incidental, consequential or indirect damages arising from the
use of the press or accompanying materials. This limitation will apply
even if A. Adkins & Sons Limited or its authorised agent had been
advised of the possibility of such damage.

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A. ADKINS & SONS LIMITED
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above
directives and standards.
Place: Hinckley, United Kingdom Signature: ....................................
Date: .................................... Full Name: Marie McMahon
Position: General Manager
Application of Council Directives: Machinery, Low Votage. E.M.C.
Standards to which Conformity is
Declared:
Manufacturer's Name: A. Adkins & Sons Limited
Manufacturer's Address: High Cross, 18 Lancaster Road,
Hinckley, Leicester, LE10 0AW, United Kingdom.
Type of Equipment: Studio Clam Heat Press, Studio Mini Clam Heat Press
Model Number: ..........................................................................................
Serial Number: ..........................................................................................
Year of Manufacture: ..........................................................................................
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.