SignWarehouse enduraPRESS MF15 User manual

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REV 10/26/2020
USER MANUAL
enduraPRESS MF15

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Table of Contents
Page
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Specications
Operation Instructions Read Before Use
Control Panel Operations
The Shirt Press
Plate Attachments
Mug Attachment
Using the Mug Fittings
Cap Press Attachment
Heat Transfer Application Guidelines
Troubleshooting Tips
Wiring Schematic & Warranty

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Operation Handle
Control Panel
Mug Attachment
Pressure Knob
Silicone Pad
4” Circle Press
Cap Attachment
and Lower Platen
6” Circle Press
Lower Aluminum Plate
Power Switch
Heating Element
Specications:
Model NO: ENDURAPRESS MF15
Multi-function combination heat press
Voltage: 120V/60Hz
Power: 10.5A, 1140W,
Control Panel: LCD Control Panel
Time Range: 0~999sec.
Temp. Range: 0~480°F
Max Open Height: 0.5”
Packaging: Double-walled Corrugated Paper Carton
Gross Weight: 77lbs (35kg)
Heating
Element
Plug
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Operation Instructions
Read Before Use
1. Check the voltage before using it. The correct voltage is 110-120V/60Hz
2. Turn o the machine when not in use, and remove the power plug from
socket.
3. Grasp the handle rmly when opening.
4. Keep children away from the machine.
5. Do not touch the heating platen and platen cover after pressing whilst in
operation
6. Do not attempt to press products that are not intended for normal heat
transfer
7. Do not set the temperature any higher than 480F as it may cause over heat
and stop working.
8. The heat press carries a ground line by default, please make sure the
socket gets a ground line protector.

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Control Panel Operations
Control Panel Display P-1: Temperature Setting
Mode
Hit SET & use the up and down
arrows to set temperature
P-3: ºC or ºF Read Out
Hit SET three times & use the up
and down arrows to select Celsius
or Fahrenheit
Auto Shut O Mode
The screen will read OFF and
start to cool down if heat press is
inactive
To reheat the press, hit any button
P-3: ºC or ºF Read Out
Hit SET three times & use the up
and down arrows to select Celsius
or Fahrenheit
P-2: Time Setting Mode
Hit SET twice & use the up and
down arrows to set amount of time
for pressing
P-4: Auto Shut O Mode
Hit SET four times & use the up and
down arrows to set auto shut o
when inactive 0-120 minutes range
Clear Counter Number
Long hold the CLEAR button to clear
your counter on the panel.
Other Functions
If you need to calibrate your press,
hold the down arrow for a few
seconds.
If you need to clear your counter,
hold your clear button for a few
seconds.

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The Shirt Press
The basic setup out of the box is a 12″ x 15″ shirt press. This press is a swing away,
which makes placing and removing garments safe and easy. Unlike some presses that
can only swing open to the right, the MF15 can swing to the right or left.
Caution: to reduce risk of burns, use the black handles to swing the heat platen away
during use.
1) Turn o the press, let attachments cool before switching out.
2) Loosen the wing nuts.
3) Slide the heat platen towards the back of the press.
4) Slide new attachments into the track.
5) Tighten the wing nuts and make sure the platen is secure.
6) Connect the plug into the control panel, and make sure the plug is securely
connected.
7) Thread the screw cap and tighten all the way. This keeps the plug from coming
loose during production.
*No tools needed for this process*
Changing Shirt Attachment
FIG 1: Remove the shirt aachment’s heat platen by
loosing the wing nuts.
FIG 2: To disconnect the power cable, loosen the
collar on the circular connector, then pull the plug
away from the control panel housing.
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Plate Attachments
The MF15 combo heat press comes with two plate attachments. They’re 4.75”
and 6” in diameter. These replace the upper swingaway heat platen and close
on the standard 12” by 15” lower platen. When checking the pressure on this
attachment, do a few tests before committing to production.
Heating Element Plug.
FIG 5: Attach the plate heat platen using the wing nuts.
Make sure the platen is securely attached before use.
FIG 3: The plate attachments use the
standard base for the shirt attachment.
FIG 4: The plate attachment’s heat platen connects the
same way as the shirt attachment, using the circular
connector.
Wing nuts
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Mug Attachment
The mug attachment is like our MP5 mug press, the dierence is that this one is not a
stand-alone unit. The basic setup is ideal for 11 oz mugs, but we oer other ttings for
larger and smaller cups as well. The mug press is great for dye sublimation and laser
transfers. Remember that the dye sublimation will only work with polymer-coated
cups and mugs.
The mug attachment operation is a little dierent then the others.
Caution: The mug attachment has a very small platen so it heats up quickly
Make sure the press is powered o before attempting to attach the mug
attachment.
1) Remove the current attachment from the handle, and unplug it from control panel.
2) Plug in the mug attachment into the control panel, as seen below.
3) Check the pressure of the press. The mug attachment can be used with other heat
platens connected to the handle as long as it is plugged in.
4) Move the mug attachment handle backwards to open the sleeve and insert a mug.
Pull the handle forward to securely contain the mug in the sleeve.
5) To activate the timer for mug attachment use, the handle must be lowered as if you
are using the shirt attachment.
Changing to Mug Attachment
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FIG 6: The mug aachment is
ready to press. The lower platen
can be removed or stay on the
main base. The mug aachment
will work both ways.
FIG 7: The mug aachment’s
heat platen connects the same
way as the shirt aachment,
using the circular connector.

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Phillips screws
FIG 8: Use a phillips screw-
driver to remove the screws
holding the ttings to the
mug attachment frame
The mug attachment operation is a little dierent then the others.
Caution: The mug attachment has a very small platen so it heats up quickly. Make sure
the press is powered o before attempting to attach the mug attachment.
1) Check the pressure of the press. The mug attachment can be used with other heat
platens connected to the handle as long as it is plugged in.
2) Move the mug attachment handle backwards to open the sleeve and insert a mug. Pull
the handle forward to securely contain the mug in the sleeve.
3) To activate the timer for mug attachment use, the handle must be lowered as if you
are using the shirt attachment. Once you have placed your mug in the sleeve, lower
the heat press handle to start the cycle timer. At the end of the cycle, raise the heat
press handle to silence the alarm and push the mug attachment handle backward to
remove the mug.
4) Like the standalone MP5 EnduraPress mug press, you can use various mug ttings
with the mug attachment to decorate mugs of dierent diameters. The default tting
is designed for 11oz mugs. To change to a larger or smaller tting, remove the screws
with a phillips head screw driver and disconnect the power cable from the control
panel. For more information on mug ttings, please click here or refer to the MP5
User Manual.
TIP: Sublimation continues as long as the surface temperature remains at or near 400°F.
If the mug is still hot after the transfer paper is removed, the ink may sublimate as
heat rises from the mug surface resulting in ‘ghosting’ or hazy blurry transfers. To stop
the sublimation process after you remove the transfer paper, dip the mug in a bucket
of cool water. This will ensure a clear, sharp transfer.
Using the Mug Attachment
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Cap Press Attachment
The MF15’s cap attachment is a lot alike our SA-CP36 cap press. For best results,
make sure you choose a heat transfer lm suitable for the cap’s fabric. Use the time,
temperature and pressure settings for that particular HTV.
To use the cap attachment, replace both the heat platen and table. Changing the lower
table from the shirt attachment to the cap attachment requires the use of a (8mm) allen
wrench and a pair of pliers.
Change the lower platen before attaching the cap press.
1) Use the 5mm allen wrench to loosen the table for the shirt attachment.
2) Place to the side and place the cap platen on the base.
3) Use the piers to secure the washer on the bottom of the table while adjusting the hex
head bolts with the allen wrench.
4) Make sure the platen is secure.
5) Attach the cap press heat platen using the wing nuts, as seen below (Fig 11).
6) Place the crown of the cap over the curved base. Place your HTV transfer on the
crown, cover with a Teon Sheet, and lower the curved heat platen. Be sure to adjust
the pressure using the pressure knob (Page 3) to produce sucient pressure for a
successful transfer.
Changing the Lower Platen
Wing Nuts
FIG 9: A pair of
piers and an 5mm
allen wrench to
help change out the
platen
FIG 10: Slide the heating
platen into the track and
tighten the wing nuts.
FIG 11: When attaching the lower platen,
make sure the holes line up. Always check
the platen is secured.
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Heat Transfer Application Guidelines
These are general guidelines. For specic time and temperature settings for specic lms
and/or transfer papers, please refer to the instructions for that particular product.
** The EnduraPRESS CS15, CS15-AR, CS16, and CS16-AR are not recommended for use
with two-step laser transfer papers. For these demanding applications, we recommend the
EnduraPRESS SA12 or SD20.
TRANSFERS Device Fabric TEMP. TIME PRESSURE
Sublimation Paper Ricoh, Epson Polyester 400°F 25~30sec. 30Psi
Ink Tran. Paper Inkjet Printer Light Color 365°F 15sec. 30Psi
Dark Color 330°F 25sec. 30Psi
Laser Transfer Paper** Laser Printer Light Color 345°F 30sec. 30Psi
Laser Printer Dark Color 260 - 320°F 35 - 120 sec. 25Psi
Transfer Vinyls Cutting Plotter / 300~320°F 8~10sec. 30Psi
Plastisol Transfer / / 335°F 12sec. 50Psi

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Troubleshooting Tips
Q. Why isn’t my heat transfer vinyl sticking to the fabric?
A. This can be caused by three things. Insucient pressure, or temperature, or time.
Time: Some heat transfer lms need a few seconds to cool before you remove the liner. Try a
warm or cold peel rst.
Temperature: If that doesn’t work, check to make sure you are using the recommended time and
temperature settings. If you are, your press may not be putting out the correct amount of heat.
Use a Geo Knight IR thermometer to check the actual temperature of the platen. If it is more
than 5° dierent from the LCD display (PV), adjust it using step four in the control panel (see
page 4).
Pressure: If the temperature is correct, adjust the pressure. Some lms require more pressure to
bond the adhesive to the fabric. There should be some resistance when you close the press.
If you have veried all of these and the lm doesn’t stick, contact SIGNWarehouse customer
service or Technical Support for further assistance.
Q. Why does my sublimated transfer look washed out?
A. This is usually caused by insucient temperature. Sublimation works best at or near 400°F.
If your transfer is faded, check the output of the heat platen with a contact thermometer and
make sure the output matches the displayed temperature. If not, adjust as directed above.
Then repress at 390 - 400°F.
Q. Why are my transfers are sticking to the heating element of the upper platen?
A. If T-shirt vinyl is sticking to the heating element, you have it upside down. Remove any
adhesive residue, ip it over and try again. If an inkjet or laser transfer is sticking to the heating
element, it’s because the heat is aecting the ink. Cover it with a Teon sheet or sheet of
silicone Kraft paper to prevent this. Using a Teon sheet or Kraft paper is recommended for
almost all heat transfer applications.
Q. Why is it so hard to peel the liner when I’m done pressing the paper?
A. A hot or warm peel lm may become hard to peel if allowed to cool. Always peel the lm or
transfer paper in accordance with the product’s recommendations.

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Wiring Schematic
WARRANTY
Thank you for choosing our products, you are entitled to one year free warranty service
for our products. All exceeds warranty period we will still provide technical supports and
maintenance guidance.