Craft Dragon CD-ES 080902 User manual

ImPress
User Manual
Model No: CD-ES 080902
Please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future reference

The manual
Users manual for CraftDragon® Impress and Flexi-bloc™
English version 1.0, January 2011
Copyright © Craft Dragon Ltd., 2011
All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced except for your express personal use. Craft dragon reserves the right to revise
this publication without obligation to provide notification of such changes.
Craft Dragon does its best to provide current and accurate information within this manual. However, Craft Dragon reserves the right to change
any specifications and product configurations without prior notice and without any obligation to include such changes in this manual.
Reuse, recycling and recovery. You are urged to recycle this product when replacing it with a newer product, or when it has outlived its use-
ful life by bringing it to an appropriate collection point for recyclable materials in your community or region. By doing this you can help improve
the environment of your community as well as minimize the potential negative effects created should any hazardous substance that may possi-
bly be present within waste material reach the environment during the disposal process.
Flexi-bloc is a trademark and CraftDragon is a registered trademark of Craft Dragon Ltd.
Any additional product or company names mentioned in this documentation may be trademarked and/or registered as trademarks. Mention of
any third-party products is for information only and does not constitute either an endorsement nor a recommendation.

Contents
Unpacking your CraftDragon® ImPress...................................2
Safety Instructions....................................................................3
An introduction to the CraftDragon® ImPress..........................5
Feature Diagram......................................................................6
Setting up your ImPress...........................................................7
Using your CraftDragon® ImPress
Thermostat, power switches, Cleaning and Storage..........8
Hot Foil Stamping...............................................................9
Precision Ink Stamping.......................................................11
Embellishing and Hot Press Printing..................................12
DO’S AND DON’TS............................................................13
Connection to the Mains Supply..............................................14

Unpacking your CraftDragon® ImPress
Thank you for purchasing the CraftDragon® ImPress Hot foiling machine. Each unit has been manufactured to ensure safety and reliability
every ImPress has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition. Carefully check the packaging for damage
that may have occurred during transport. If the packaging appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your ImPress for any damage and be sure
all accessories necessary to operate the unit have arrived intact.
• It is recommended that you use Craft Dragon products with your machine, in order to achieve the best results.
•If the unit or accessories have been damaged, you may either return the damaged part to the retailer from which you purchased it or contact
our customer support number (0845 398 7770) for further instructions.
Before first use, please read the instructions carefully, and keep them for future reference.
UNPACKING YOUR CRAFTDRAGON® IMPRESS
1. Carefully Remove the CraftDragon® ImPress Hot foiling machine and positioning unit and all the accessories from the carton and remove
all packaging materials.
2. Make sure that all packaging is disposed of correctly.
3. Check that all of the accessories listed on the contents list below are present.
4. Check the CraftDragon® ImPress after unpacking for any visual damage such as:
ŸMisaligned or damaged parts
ŸDamage to the plug or cable
5. If you can see any damage do not use the ImPress.
6. Read all safety Instructions before use.
7. Your ImPress system consists of:
• Imp and Press Unit
• Make ready mat
• 1 Die
• 1 roll of foil
Please note:
In manufacture it is necessary to lightly grease some parts of the appliance. This may result in the unit emitting some vapour when
first used, this is normal.
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Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Place the assembled unit on a suitable firm, flat and substantial work surface, at a height that is comfortable for easy operation.
2. Always locate the unit away from the edge of a work surface.
3. Always disconnect the CraftDragon® ImPress from the main supply when not in use and when cleaning.
4. Do not lock down the ImPress whilst the heated Imp unit is still hot.
5. Do not leave the CraftDragon® ImPress on unattended.
6. Never cover the CraftDragon® ImPress when switched on or hot as this may lead to a risk of fire.
7. Make sure that when using the CraftDragon® ImPress for hot foiling the unit is away from flammable or perishable materials.
8. Position the mains lead so that it does not get in your way when using the CraftDragon® ImPress and make sure that the power cable cannot
be damaged by the heated area of the CraftDragon® ImPress.
9. Before use, always place the ImPress unit on a solid, stable surface to avoid tipping or dropping it.
10. Do not touch hot areas of the CraftDragon® ImPress with bare hands when switched on.
11. Use a heat resistant glove or pad when removing dies etc.
12. Keep heated surface away from all personal body parts, animals or children.
13. The CraftDragon® ImPress will become very hot during use.
14. Close supervision is required when the CraftDragon® ImPress is used near or by children.
15. Never allow the cord to touch wet or hot surfaces, become twisted or be within the reach of children or animals.
16. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner.
17. Do not use out of doors, unless under safe conditions.
18. Never use the CraftDragon® ImPress with a damaged cord or plug or after the CraftDragon® ImPress has malfunctioned or been damaged
in any other way.
19. Never attempt to open any part or dismantle the controls of the CraftDragon® ImPress. Responsibility for failure cannot be accepted if these
instructions have been ignored.
20. Do not use the CraftDragon® ImPress for anything other than the intended uses.
21. Only use the heated Imp unit when fixed in the press.
22. Do not remove the locking handles from the press unit.
23. Only use heated unit on recommended materials.
24. This appliance is intended for household, supervised educational or office use only.
25. Do not use the CraftDragon® ImPress in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool.
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