Adkins Studio Plate Service manual

operators handbook
The Future of Heat press technology...
Studio
Plate
Heat
press

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© 2012 A. Adkins & Sons Limited, High Cross, Lancaster Road,
Hinckley, Leicestershire.
Studio Plate Press is the registered trademark of A. Adkins & Sons
Limited.
No part of this publication may be reproduced by any means without the
prior written permission of A. Adkins & Sons Limited.

Preface
Dear User
Welcome to the growing group of Adkins Studio Plate 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 Studio Plate Press 1
1.1 Specifications of the Studio Plate Press 2
1.2 Safety Tips 3
2. Installation 4
2.1 Transport instructions 4
2.2 Installing the machine 4
2.3 Electrical requirements 4
2.4 Adjusting the pressure 5
3. How to operate the Studio Plate Press 6
3.1 Starting with the Studio Plate Press 6
3.2 Working with heat transfer materials 6
3.3 Pressing pad assembly 7
3.4 Shutting down the machine 7
4. Maintenance of the Machine 8
4.1 Daily maintenance 8
4.2 Periodic maintenance 8
4.3 Cleaning 8
5. Machine Drawings and Diagrams 9
5.1 General Layout 10
5.2 Control Unit operation 11
5.3 Exploded Diagram and Parts List 12
6. Design Change 13
7. Guarantee (Limited Warranty) 14
Declaration of Conformity 15

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1. Introduction Studio Plate
Press
The Studio Plate press is a budget priced press suitable for most low
and medium pressure operations. This simple robust machine has digital
controls for both heat and dwell accuracy and ease of operation but
requires only minimal operating space.
The work area of the Studio Plate press is 11.5 cm and/or 15 cm
diameter (4.5 in and/or 6 in diameter).
The Studio Plate press is produced in two versions, nominally 230
Volts AC for the ‘European’ market and nominally 110 Volts AC for
the ‘American’ market.

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1.1 Specifications of the Studio Plate Press
The Studio Plate 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 Studio Plate Press is 11.5 cm and/or 15 cm
diameter (4.5 in and/or 6 in diameter).
Specifications European
Machine USA Machine
Power consumption 250 Watts 250 Watts
Power supply 230 Volts AC 110 Volts AC
Max. working temperature 260oC 500oF
Display timer range 0 - 9999 sec 0 - 9999 sec
Machine height open 56 cm 22 in
Machine height closed 45 cm 18 in
Machine width 17 cm 6.5 in
Machine depth 27 cm 10.5 in
Net weight 11 kg 24 lbs
Press pad dimensions 11.5 cm and/or 15 cm
diameter 4.5 ins and/or 6 in diameter
Fuses 3A 3A

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1.2 Safety Tips
Our customer service department has its own service
engineers and, if required, maintenance is available.
The Studio Plate Press meets 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. 3 Amps. (110 Vac max. 3 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 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 Plate 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 press is designed for 230 volts AC 50/60 hertz and require
exclusive use of a power outlet rated for at least 10amps (Europe), OR
for 110 volts AC 5%, 15 amps (America).
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
Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not

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Electrical requirements (cont.)
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 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, or coloured black.
3. The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal,
which is marked with the letter L, or coloured red.
NOTE:
Replacement of the mains cable must be done by a competent service
engineer.
HEATING ELEMENT
The heating element fitted to the Studio Plate Press is rated at 250
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 table, which enables the
table plate assembly to be raised or lowered.
a) To increase pressure or to use thinner materials turn table
anti-clockwise.
b) To decrease pressure or to lower the table plate assembly to
enable thicker materials to be used, turn the table clockwise.
NOTE
DO NOT adjust the pressure when the machine is clamped shut
CAUTION
Never increase the pressure to the extent of requiring undue force,
as this will place excessive stress on the press frame, resulting in
permanent damage to the press. If, on raising the handle, the
machine is lifted off the work surface then the clamping force is
excessive!
Please refer to page 11 showing the operation of the control unit.

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3. How to Operate the Studio
Plate Press
3.1 Starting with the Studio Plate 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 Plate Press; the on/off switch is on the
left bottom side of the machine. Set the machine controls as
necessary. See instructions for adjusting the pressure, 2.4 and
the operation of the time/temperature unit, Page 11. When the
set temperature is steady in the display the machine is ready to
use.
The head should be up when warming to operating
temperature.
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 Ensure that the heat setting and dwell time setting are correct
for the material being used.
3.2.2 Adjust the pressure setting of the machine by rotating the
table of the machine. (See exploded diagram in this manual)
clockwise for less pressure and anti-clockwise for more
pressure.
3.2.3 Place the article to be transfer printed/fused etc., onto the
pressing pad and locate the transfer paper/fusible material on
top of the article in position required.
3.2.4 Gently pull the toggle handle forward ensuring that the article
is firmly clamped between the heat plate and pressure pad.
3.2.5 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.

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Working with Heat Transfer Materials (cont.)
Unload the plate from the table of the machine, taking care
not to touch the heating element, to avoid the 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 bottom left
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.
When heat plates are hot and not in use, keep in 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.
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 when
the machine is cold.

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5. Machine Drawings and
Diagrams
On the following pages are the schematic diagrams for the Studio Plate
Press.
5.1 General Layout.............................................. Page 10
5.2 Operation of Control Unit............................ Page 11
5.2 Exploded Diagram and Parts List............... Page 12

5.1 Machine General Layout
MACHINE
OPERATING
HANDLE
TIME AND
TEMPERATURE
CONTROLLER
BOTTOM TABLE
AND PAD
ON/OFF
SWITCH
TOP PAD
Page 10

5.2 Operation Of Control Unit, Setting Temperature and Time
(The press must always be in the open position before the controller is set)
Page 11
Setting Temperature
Setting Digital Counter to Zero
1. Press 'SELECT' button three times to select 'Counter' on LH indicator.
2. Press and hold 'CLEAR' button to zero counter.
Setting Time
Switch on machine.
Press 'SELECT' button to select
'Setting Temp' on LH indicator.
Use the 'up and down' arrow buttons
to set the required temperature.
When the required temperature is
reached press and hold 'SAVE'
button until buzzer sounds, the
temperature is then set.
Press 'SELECT' button to select
'Current Temp' on LH indicator.
Press 'START/STOP' button to start
the machine heating to the selected
temperature.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Switch on machine.
Press 'SELECT' button twice to
select 'Setting Time' on LH
indicator.
Use the 'up and down' arrow buttons
to set the required time.
When the required time is reached
press and hold 'SAVE' button until
buzzer sounds, the time is then set.
Press 'SELECT' button to select
'Current Temp' on LH indicator.
Press 'START/STOP' button to start
the machine.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

5.3 Exploded Diagram and Parts List
No. Description Qty. Part No.
1 Body 1 ASP1
2 Base Board 1 ASP2
3 Table 1 ASP3
4 Silicone Pad 1 ASP4
5 Back Cover 1 ASP5
6 Controller Unit 1 ASM10
7 Micro Switch Bracket 1 ASP7
8 Micro Switch 1 ASP8
9 Power Plug + 3 Amp Fuse 1 ASP9
10 Toggle Assembly 1 ASP10
11 Up Press Board 1 ASP11
12 Pressure Spring 4 ASP12
13 Down Press Board 1 ASP13
14 Heater 1 ASP14
15
Under Carriage Rubber Feet 4 ASP15
16 Plate Support Silicone 1 ASP16
17
Micro Switch Cable With Plug 1 ASP17
18 Male Socket For Element 1 ASP18
19 PVC Facia 1 ASM18
20 Plastic Housing 1 ASM19
21 Mains Lead & Plug 230 V (UK) 1 BMC618
Mains Lead & Plug 120 V (USA) 1 BMC618/A
Mains Lead & Plug 230 V (EU) 1 BMC620
14
13
18
12
11
15
2
1
3
4
16
5
20
19
7
8
17
9
10
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6
USA UK
EU
21

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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 Plate 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.