Secabo TM5 User manual

EN
OPERATING MANUAL
for the heat press
Secabo TM5
Congratulations on the purchase of your Secabo heat press!
Please read this operating manual carefully to ensure a smooth production launch with your new
device.
Any type of reproduction of this operating manual requires the written permission of Secabo
GmbH. Modifications to and errors in the technical data and/or product characteristics are
reserved.
Secabo GmbH accepts no liability for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the use of this
product.
Version 1.1 (29.07.2018)
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Brief overview
Secabo TM5 Heat Press
The new TM5 mug press by Secabo is ideal for comfortably performing sublimation transfers on
ceramic mugs and other similar objects. The Secabo TM5 heat press is suitable for novice and
professional users, and equipped with a digital controller that allows for fast and safe operation.
Pressure can easily be adjusted via a hand wheel. Optionally, there are 4 different heating
elements available, including conical variants.
● digital controller for temperature, time and counter for keeping track of pressing operations
● varying heating sleeves available
● easily adjustable contact pressure
● suitable for sublimation on mugs
Safety Precautions
Please read the information and safety precautions carefully prior to first commissioning of the
device!
● Never reach inside the heat press with your hands when it is connected to the power
supply, especially if it is switched on and heated up – danger of burns!
● Never open the casing and do not make any modifications to the unit yourself.
● Should it be necessary to open the heat plate cover upon explicit request by Secabo's
customer service team, it is recommended you wear respiratory protection and only touch
the insulation wool located therein using gloves. Possible disposal of the insulation wool
should only be done inside a closed bag.
● Ensure that neither liquids nor metal objects reach the inside of the heat press.
● Make sure you use a grounded wall socket. Keep in mind that a heat press may only be
operated using a wall socket equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter.
● Disconnect the heat press from the power supply when it's not in use.
● Always ensure that the heat press is out of reach of children during operation and never
leave the device unsupervised when switched on.
● Make sure the unit is only used in dry rooms.
If you cannot comply with one or more of the aforementioned safety rules, or if you are
unsure as to whether you're in compliance with all of the points, please contact our
technical support.
Machine description
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a. Heating element
b. Press lever
c. Digital controller for temperature and time as well as a counter
d. 5x switches on the back without picture
e. 5x power connections on the back without picture
Controller
The central controller allows for setting the desired temperature (° C and ° F), as well as the press
duration in seconds. The green digits because represent the target values, while the white
numbers reflect the current values. The counter is displayed at the lower right and indicates the
number of pressing operations carried out since the last reset.
Operation
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● Use the supplied power cord to connect the heat press to a 230V socket.
● The red toggle switch turns the press ON.
● After a short self-test, dashes appear in the display.
● Press the OK button.
● Now you can use the arrow keys to choose between °C and °F. Confirm your selection by
clicking "OK".
● Now configure the desired temperature using the arrow keys and also confirm with OK.
● Next, use the arrow keys to set the desired pressing duration in seconds and again confirm
with OK.
● You're now ready to perform your first transfers. The clock starts counting as soon as the
press is closed with the press lever.
● 3 seconds before the set time elapses, a warning signal sounds, at which time you should
open the press again by folding back the press lever.
● You can regulate the contact pressure by turning the black handwheel between the lever
and the heating sleeve to the left or right.
● No settings can be changed during the press operation.
● With each completed pressing process, the counter displays increases by one, as soon as
the specified time has elapsed.
● The counter can be reset by pressing and holding RESET for approx. 5 seconds.
Heating elements
Heating elements are generally wearing parts and not covered by the warranty
To extend the service life, the following points should be noted:
● When heating up, it is recommended to insert a mug to protect the element, the same
advice applies to cooling down.
● It is advisable to turn the mug press off, even if it will not be used for just a short period of
time.
● All heating elements must be checked for their function on the day of receipt.
Maintenance and cleaning
All maintenance work must be carried out with the press switched off and cooled off, no
exceptions! First, remove the plug from the wall socket. Only perform maintenance work after
consultation with our technical support team.
The press should be cleaned regularly using a soft cloth and a mild household cleaner to remove
adhesive residues, etc. Do not use scouring sponges, solvents or gasoline!
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Recommended times and temperatures
These values should only be considered as guideline values, may vary depending on the material
and must be checked before pressing.
Material
temperature
Pressure
Press duration
Flock film
170°C - 185°C
low-medium
25s
Flex film
160°C - 170°C
medium-high
25s
Sublimation flex
180°C - 195°C
medium-high
10s - 35s
Sublimation on
mugs
200°C
medium-high
150s - 180s
Sublimation on tiles
200°C
high
120s - 480s
(depends on the thickness of the
material)
Sublimation on
puzzles
200°C
low-medium
25s
Sublimation on
mouse pads
200°C
medium
20s - 40s
Sublimation on
garments
200°C
medium-high
30s - 50s
Sublimation on
metal plates
200°C
high
10s - 50s
(depends on the thickness of the
material)
Important note: You should perform your own tests with the respective transfer materials
and carrier media prior to each production. The aforementioned values, as well as any
manufacturer specification merely serve as indications. Washing resistance and behavior
during the transfer must be determined by performing your own tests.
No guarantee can be derived from the recommended values. It is always the user's
responsibility to determine and apply the correct settings for his specific conditions.
Note on garment finishing processes: After the press operation, garments must cool off
before any carrier media can be pulled off the transfer material. The hot glue in the transfer
material doesn't develop its adhesive strength until cooled off. If the glue does not stick in
its cold state, this may indicate that the pressing procedure was too cold or too short.
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Technical data
Heat press
Secabo TM5
Type
Mug press
Max. mug height
12.0cm
mug diameter
7.5cm - 9.5cm
Max. preset time
999s
Max. temperature
225°C
Pressure setting
Handwheel on press lever
Power supply
230V / 50Hz - 60Hz, 5x350W
Environment
+ 5°C - +35°C / 30% - 70% relative humidity
Weight
35kg
Dimensions (W x H x D)
92cm x 36cm x 35cm
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Declaration of conformity - Statement of Conformity
We hereby declare under our sole responsibility that the product referred
to in "technical data" complies with the provisions of the following
directives and standards:
We herewith declare under sole responsibility that the under „technical
data“ mentioned product meet the provisions of the following EC
Directives and Harmonized Standards:
● EG-Richtlinien / EC Directives:
● 2014/35 / FG Establishment Directive
● 2014/35/EC Low Voltage Directive
● 98/37/EC Directive on machinery (2006/42/EC from 12/29/2009)
● 98/37/EC Directive on machinery (from 2009-12-29: 2006/42/EC)
● Norm / Standard: EN 60204-1:2006
Technische Dokumente bei / Technical documents at:
Secabo GmbH, Hochstatt 6-8, 85283 Wolnzach, Germany
Dipl. Ing. Fabian Franke
Dipl. Ing.(FH) Bernhard Schmidt
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