Cricut EasyPress 2 User manual
Welcome Book
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Welcome. You’re in! Welcome to the Cricut family.
In the box. Unpack and admire your goodies.
At a glance. Master your Cricut EasyPress controls.
Instructions. Just a few easy steps to iron-on success.
Make it last. Tips for the longest-lasting iron-on transfers.
Iron-on mantras. As you master the craft, keep these in mind.
Meet the family. There’s a perfect press for that project.
The Cricut Advantage™. Suggestions for all you Cricut crafters.
More questions? Find answers at help.cricut.com/easypress.
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Welcome
WELCOME
Hello, future iron-on pro,
We're so thrilled this Cricut EasyPress has found its way into your fabulous hands. Today is not
ordinary. It's pivotal. It's the day that you enter the wonderful, creative world of crazy-simple
iron-on transfers that last and last – and last! We can't wait to see what iron-on magic you make.
Think creative thoughts,
Cricut
P.S. This would be a great time to register your machine at cricut.com/register.
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• Cricut EasyPress™ 2
• Safety Base
• Welcome Book
• Materials for a practice project
• Warranty
IN THE BOX
In the box
The photography shows the Cricut EasyPress 2, 9" x 9" (22.5 cm x 22.5 cm), but the steps are
the same for 6" x 7" (15 cm x 17.5 cm), and 12" x 10" (30 cm x 25 cm). If you have any question,
contact us at 1-877-7CRICUT or nd more information online at help.cricut.com/easypress.
Super-fast heat-up time
Set exact temperature with digital controls
Comfortable handle
Safe and easy to grip during use
Start button with countdown timer
Beeps when iron-on transfer is complete
Precise control up to 400°F (205°C)
Wider heat range handles more iron-on applications
Advanced heat plate design
Dry, even heat and ceramic coating
produce flawless transfers
Streamlined Safety Base
Keeps Cricut EasyPress 2 in a
protected, resting position
Auto shutoff
Shuts off automatically after 10 minutes of non-use
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At a glance
The simple Cricut EasyPress controls are the secret to your iron-on success.
You’ll love the results.
TIP: Temperature, time, and pressure vary by base material and iron-on
type. Before beginning a new project, always conrm time and temperature
settings and peel recommendations at cricut.com/ep-settings.
8AT A GLANCE
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What the lights mean
Orange light means it’s heating up.
Green light means temperature has been reached.
Set temperature
Press button, then adjust value with plus (+) and
minus (-) buttons. To switch from Fahrenheit to
Celsius, press and hold the button.
Set time
Press button, then adjust value with plus (+) and
minus (-) buttons.
Start timer
Press the button to start the countdown. A beep
signals time is up.
Instructions
10 INSTRUCTIONS
Follow these simple steps for iron-on results that stick, wash after wash. For a complete list of
EasyPress settings, go to cricut.com/ep-settings. Use this interactive guide to determine the
perfect time and temperature settings for your project.
We’ll take on a T-shirt in the following steps, but you can apply these instructions to anything
your heart desires, from a purse to a pillowcase … to a wedding dress? (Yes, it’s been done!)
We can’t wait to see the projects you make with Cricut EasyPress. Share your iron-on
creations using #CricutMade & #CricutEasyPress.
Caution: It may be easy, but it’s also HOT. Handle EasyPress with care.
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Get prepped
Find your surface. If it’s rm and at, you’re
golden. Make sure to avoid imsy, padded
ironing boards. To protect your surface, use
your Cricut EasyPress Mat (sold separately) or
a uff y, folded bath towel.
Set time and temperature
Plug in and power on your Cricut EasyPress.
Visit cricut.com/ep-settings to determine the
speci c settings for your project. The beep
signals your press is ready for use.
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Preheat base material
Place the press on your fabric for ve seconds to
remove wrinkles and moisture.
Never skip this step! Trust us, it’s important.
Position and press
Position your design where you want it. Make
sure the shiny side (clear liner) faces up. Place
the press on your design. Start the timer. Hold
Cricut EasyPress in place and apply gentle
pressure until it beeps.
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INSTRUCTIONS
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Flip and repeat
Flip the material and apply heat on the back
side of the design for 15 seconds. Pressing both
sides ensures the design sticks wash after wash.
The big fi nish
To see if you should remove the liner when it's
warm or cold, refer to cricut.com/ep-settings. If
the liner does not lift easily, reapply and reheat
for a few more seconds. Woo-hoo, that’s it!
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Make it last
Maximize the life of your iron-on projects wash after wash with these suggestions.
Before iron-on application
For awesome results, always pre-wash and thoroughly dry your fabrics. When washing, do not use
fabric softener.
During iron-on application
Avoid placing your Cricut EasyPress over seams, buttons, zippers, and anything bumpy. For best
results, use with a Cricut EasyPress Mat with patent-pending layers to ensure awless results.
After iron-on application
Wait at least 24 hours before washing. Always wash inside-out. Do not bleach or dry clean. Wash only
in cool water, then tumble dry low or lay at to dry. For foil iron-on, hand-wash in cold water only.
Get more great tips and suggestions at help.cricut.com/easypress.
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Iron-on mantras
Here are our top six iron-on techniques and mantras to work by as you master the craft.
Keep them on the tip of your tongue to get consistently phenomenal results for every
possible project.
We’ll continue to add more from our iron-on pros at help.cricut.com/easypress.
We hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
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Set a fi rm foundation
If it’s rm, at, and waist height, you should be
golden. Avoid ironing boards. For best results, we
recommend a Cricut EasyPress Mat. (If you don't
have a mat, not to worry! Visit cricut.com/ep-settings
for material and surface suggestions).
Press, fl ip, press
Always preheat base material for 3-5 seconds
to remove wrinkles and excess moisture. After
adhering your design, ip your fabric and press
for 15 seconds — every time!
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Seams, buttons, and bumps
Do your best to work around pesky seams and
embellishments to keep your fabric and design at for
a perfect press. The Cricut EasyPress Mat's cushion
helps as well! Learn more at help.cricut.com/easypress.
Get the right peel
Depending on the iron-on type, you may need to
remove the liner while warm or wait for it to cool
completely. See the full list at cricut.com/ep-settings.
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Love the layer
Make a multicolored and textured masterpiece with
an iron-on technique called layering. We'll show you
exactly how to do it and which iron-on types work
best at help.cricut.com/easypress.
Think beyond fabrics
Customize your home decor. Iron-on lm works
wonderfully on wood and paper, too. Learn more
at help.cricut.com/easypress.
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Meet the family
We’ve got the perfect press for every project. These three unique sizes make every creative endeavor
easy. Introducing the Cricut EasyPress 2 family:
6" x 7" (15 cm x 17.5 cm)
Petite and perfect for baby clothes, hats, napkins, and other pint-sized projects.
9" x 9" (22.5 cm x 22.5 cm)
Your everyday essential for basic T-shirts, pillows, towels, and other mid-sized projects.
12" x 10" (30 cm x 25 cm)
Large, in charge, and ideal for banners, blankets, larger T-shirts and other jumbo-sized projects.
Cricut EasyPress Mat
Protect your surface area and achieve awless iron-on applications with this essential Cricut EasyPress
companion. Its innovative construction eliminates moisture and evenly directs heat to your iron-on transfer.
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