SilverBolt Mug Pro 5 User manual

REV 8/2/2021
USER MANUAL
SilverBolt Mug Pro 5

User Manual
SilverBolt Heat Press
Specifications
Operation Instructions
Control Panel
Temperature Calibration
Troubleshooting
Heat Transfer Application Guidelines
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User Manual SilverBolt Heat Press
Power Switch
Control Panel
Operation Handle
Model NO: SilverBolt Mug Pro 5
Voltage: 110V*
Power: 1350W,
Control Panel: LCD Control Panel
Time Range: 0~999sec.
Temp. Range: 0~480˚F
Heating Element Diameter: 3.2” (8.1 cm)
Heating Element Height: 4.5” (11.5 cm)
Packaging: Double-walled Corrugated Paper Carton
Gross Weight: 83.78 lbs (38 kg)
SPECIFICATIONS:
Model No. Mug Pro 5
Mug Mat Holder
Mug Heating Element
Timing Switch
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* For best results, the Mug Pro 5 heat press should be run on a dedicated 20-amp circuit. This provides sufficent
power to quickly heat the platens, maintains consistent temperature and ensures stedy power supply to the press.
Failure to do so may result in longer heating times, inconsistent platens temperatue and interrupted operation
because of tripped circuit breakers.

User Manual SilverBolt Heat Press
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
READ BEFORE USE
1. Check the voltage before using it. The correct voltage is 110.
2. Turn off the machine when not in use, and remove the power plug from
socket.
3. Grasp the handle firmly 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 Display P-1: Temperature Setting
Mode
Hit SET & use the up and down
arrows to set temperature
P-3: ºC or ºF Read Out
Auto Shut Off Mode
Hit SET three times & use the up
and down arrows to select
Celsius or Fahrenheit
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 P-4: Auto Shut Off Mode
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
Hit SET four times & use the up and
down arrows to set auto shut off
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 up and down arrow
together for a few seconds.
If you need to clear your counter,
hold your clear button for
a few seconds.
CONTROL PANEL
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Touch the up and down arrow for a
few seconds together.
Touch the SET key till you find a
window like the picture above.
Gauge enters into a window like
above picture
Touch the up and down arrow to
determine the temperature will
be modified. Say -30 (i.e. heating
platen 30°F cooler than the
gauge read-out)
Touch the SET key back to the
temperature, and it will read out
200°F, and the press will continue
to heat up to 230°F
Touch the up and down arrow to
determine the temperature will
be modified. Say 30 (i.e. heating
platen 30°F hotter than the
gauge read-out)
Touch the SET key back to the
temperature, and it will read out
260°F, and the press will cool down
to 230°F
Touch the up arrow till you hit 88.
TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION
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TROUBLE-SHOOTING TIPS
Q. Why Are My Transfers Browning?
A. If your transfer are browning then this is an issue with Over-pressing. There are a few
factors that can cause this issue.
Time: One of the most occurrences of over-pressing is too much time. Double check the
time we suggest for that item.
Pressure: Too much pressure can place a lot of heat on to the surface of the item and
cause it to scorch. If time and temperature are correct, try and reduce the pressure.
Temperature: If the temperature of the press is off and running hotter than it is currently
reading than it will cause browning. To double check this we suggest using a IR
Thermometer to get a better idea as to what your platen is actually heating to.
Q. Why are my transfers coming out blurry?
A. When pressing sublimation blanks, one of the most common issues is blurry results.
Blurriness can manifest itself in two different ways: in the form of a duplicate image also
called “ghosting” which looks a lot like seeing double or an image that has reduced
detail.
Ghost: During the pressing process, an image may shift position on the substrate causing
the sublimation ink to continue imprinting but in a different spot. This most often occurs
when the heat press machine is opened and the top platen picks up or accidentally
moves the printed image on the sublimation paper while the sublimation process is still
going on. This is avoided easily by taping down the design securely onto your substrate
with heat transfer tape so that it doesn’t shift at any point.
Blurry, dull image: Over-pressing can be caused either due to too much heat or to much
time. A blurry, dull image is the most common sign of pressing your sublimation blanks
for too long or with too much heat. Simply decreasing the time usually resolves the
problem.
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TROUBLE-SHOOTING TIPS: CONT’D
Q. When I close the heating element, the timer doesn’t start?
A. When you close the press, the timer does not start by itself. There is a red button that is
the timer switch. Once this button is hit, the timer will start.
Q. Why is it so hard to peel the liner when I’m done pressing the paper?
A. A hot or warm peel film may become hard to peel if allowed to cool. Always peel the film
or transfer paper in accordance with the product’s recommendations.
Q. Can size mugs can I press?
A. The diameter of the heating element is 3.2“ (8.1 cm) and the height is 4.5” (11.5cm). In
this press, you can not press a tapered mug. A straight mug is the best for this.
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HEAT TRANSFER APPLICATION GUIDELINES
These are general guidelines. For specific time and temperature settings for specific films
and/or transfer papers, please refer to the instructions for that particular product.
These are just suggestions. You may find other times and temperatures that work for you.
After taking the substrate out of the press, you can immerse it in water to cool it down*.
This will help the substrate from continuing to sublimate.
*Immersing a hot glass substrate into cold water could cause it to crack or break,
you can use a fan to cool down this type of substrate.
SUBSTRATE TEMP. TIME PRESSURE
Ceramic Mugs 400°F 240 sec. Medium
Glass Mugs 360°F 240 sec. Light
Travel Mugs
360°F 240 sec. LightFrosted Mugs
390°F 240 sec. Medium
Wine Tumblers (Skinny)
Glitter Tumblers (Textured)
Glitter Tumblers (Shimmer)
365°F 60 sec. Light
365°F 120 sec. Medium
365°F 45 sec. Light
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