CREWORKS WBFHPM20OZ Tumbler Heat Press Machine User Manual

CREWORKS WBFHPM20OZ Tumbler Heat Press Machine

Specifications

• Model: WBFHPM20OZ (UK, EU, AU), WBFHPM30OZ (North America)
• Rated Power Input Voltage & Freq.: 500 W
• Fuse Type:
• Max. Time Setting: 999 sec. (16 min.)
• Max. Temperature:
• Volume Range:
• Compatible Products Outer Dia. Range:
• Max. Height: 25 cm (9.8 in.)
• Main Power Cord Length: 1.5 m (4.9 ft.)
• Overall Dimensions:
• Net Weight: 7 kg (15.4 lb.)

Product Diagram

Side View

• Handle: Used to open and close the press
• Power Inlet: Connects the main power cord to the machine
• Locking Bolt: Secures the mug attachment to the heating unit
• Fuse Control Panel: Controls the fuse settings
• Power Switch: Turns the machine on and off
• Heating Power Socket: Connects the heating unit to the power supply

Back View

• Heating Unit: The part that heats up for pressing
• Mug Attachment: Used for pressing mugs
• Pressure Adjustment Knob: Adjusts the pressure applied during pressing

Installation

1. Place the heat press machine on a firm, level, and heat-resistant surface.
2. Remove any heat-sensitive or easily flammable materials from the area.
3. Check that the mug attachment is securely fixed to the heating unit, tightening the locking bolts if necessary.
4. Ensure that the heating unit is well connected to its cable and that the handle opens and closes smoothly.
5. Connect the power cord to the inlet on the left side of the machine and to a compatible, stable, and grounded power supply.
6. Prepare separate areas for loading items into the press and cooling heated items after processing.

Operation

1. Prepare your design on a suitable transfer, making necessary adjustments for the style of transfer being used.
2. Check that your product will fit easily within the press without disturbing the transfer. Adjust the pressure knobs as needed to provide room for placement while ensuring full contact when the handle is closed.
3. Press SET to enter the parameter menus. Use Up () and Down () buttons to navigate to the Timer menu. Press SET again to access timer settings.
4. Use Up () and Down () buttons to set the desired timer value. Press SET again to save the value.
5. Check your transfer and its placement while the press preheats. Once it reaches the target temperature, carefully place your product into the press without disturbing the transfer, ensuring full contact with the heated press.
6. Lower the handle until your product is securely held. If the pressure knobs were loosened, retighten them now.
7. The countdown should begin immediately once the press detectsthat the handle has been lowered. For larger products that don’ttrigger automatic activation, manually start the countdown by pressing . Pressing again will reset or restart the counter, but it will not stop the press from continuing to heat.

FAQ

• How long does the timer go up to?
  The maximum time setting is 999 seconds (16 minutes).

• What is the maximum height that can fit in the press?
  The maximum height is 25 cm (9.8 in).

• How long is the main power cord?
  The main power cord is 1.5 m (4.9 ft) long.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Warning!

• When used properly, this machine is safe and user friendly. However, it has the potential to cause severe burns and fires when used incorrectly. Read these instructions carefully before use. Provide them to any other users and provide them with this machine if it is ever given or sold to a third party. Failure to do so may result in fires, electric shock, serious property damage, and serious personal injury.

• ONLY use this machine for its intended purpose, using heat to transfer designs onto cups, mugs, and similar cylindrical objects made of heat-resistant materials such as ceramic, glass, and stainless steel.

• DO NOT let children or untrained personnel use this machine. Do not allow use by persons with impaired mental or physical capabilities without close and constant supervision. Do not use this machine when tired or while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or strong medication.

• ONLY use this machine with stable, compatible, and grounded power sources. Never use
  3- to-2 prong adapters, ungrounded extension cords, or extension cords of insufficient gauge for this machine’s expected electrical load. Always ensure all plugs are securely fastened, all power cords are undamaged, and the machine is protected against any possible surge along the line. In standard residential and commercial settings, do not add other machines on the same circuit being used by this machine.

• DO NOT adjust this machine’s electrical components or allow them to become wet. Do not use it with wet hands or in highly humid environments. If this machine develops condensation from temperature or elevation change or ever accidentally becomes wet, leave it disconnected from power until it has completely dried. Discontinue use until it is serviced by a trained technician if any malfunction occurs.

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

• NEVER use or store this machine around highly flammable or explosive substances or gases.

• ALWAYS adjust the temperature and time settings appropriately for different materials. Research your material BEFORE use and avoid any that won’t be able to withstand the prolonged high temperatures of the transfer process. Be EXTREMELY careful with glass.

• ALWAYS be careful not to confuse the machine’s Fahrenheit and Celsius settings.

• Post the number of the local fire department and keep a fire extinguisher nearby in case of accidents. Inform any users of their locations.

• NEVER leave this machine unattended during use. Someone should always be available to respond quickly to any accidents or emergencies that might occur.

• NEVER touch heated surfaces of the machine during or shortly after use. ONLY use the handle and controls. Be careful to avoid direct contact with the heated mug attachment while removing your finished products. Use of heat-resistant gloves to protect your hands and heat-resistant tape to secure your designs are both highly recommended.

• NEVER use if any parts are missing, loose, worn, damaged, or otherwise display signs of malfunction. Tighten, repair, or replace any problematic components before further use. Only allow trained technicians to work on internal components. Always fully replace damaged power cords and only replace components with identical parts.

• For best results, unplug this machine when it is not in use or otherwise fully disconnect it from power. Only clean, repair, or perform other maintenance while this machine is fully disconnected from power and fully cooled. Only use and store it in a location protected against unauthorized use and inaccessible to any children or pets.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model

| WBFHPM20OZ| WBFHPM30OZ
---|---|---
UK, EU, AU| North America| UK, EU, AU| North America
Rated Power| 500 W| 500 W| 500 W| 500 W
Input Voltage & Freq.| 220–240 V~ 50 Hz| 110–120 V~ 60 Hz| 220–240 V~ 50 Hz| 110–120 V~ 60 Hz

Fuse Type

|

20AL250V (5×20 mm)

|

20AL250V (5×20 mm)

|

20AL250V (5×20 mm)

|

20AL250V (5×20 mm)

Max. Time Setting| 999 sec. (16⅔ min.)| 999 sec. (16⅔ min.)| 999 sec. (16⅔ min.)| 999 sec. (16⅔ min.)
Max. Temperature| 240°C| 464°F| 240°C| 464°F

Compatible Products

|

Volume Range

|

147.9–591.5 mL

| 9.4–20.8 imp. fl. oz. 9–20 US fl. oz.|

147.9–887.2 mL

| 9.4–31.2 imp. fl. oz. 9–30 US fl. oz.
Outer Dia. Range| 6–12 cm| 2.4–4.7 in.| 6–15 cm| 2.4–5.9 in.
Max. Height| 25 cm| 9.8 in.| 27 cm| 10.6 in.
Main Power Cord Length| 1.5 m| 4.9 ft.| 1.5 m| 4.9 ft.
Overall Dimensions| 41×26×46.5 cm| 16.1×10.2×18.3 in.| 41×26×46.5 cm| 16.1×10.2×18.3 in.
Net Weight| 7 kg| 15.4 lb.| 7.2 kg| 15.8 lb.

PACKAGE LIST

Item

|

Name

|

Qty.

---|---|---

A

|

Heat Press Machine

|

1

B

|

Main Power Cord

|

1

C

|

Heat-Resistant Adhesive Tape Roll

|

1

D

|

Heat-Resistant Gloves

|

1

PRODUCT DIAGRAM

Control Panel

INSTALLATION

1. Place the heat press machine (A) on any firm, level, and heat-resistant surface able to easily bear its weight.
2. Remove any heat-sensitive or easily flammable materials from the area.
3. Check that the mug attachment is securely fixed to the heating unit, tightening its locking bolts as needed.
4. Check that the heating unit is well connected to its cable and the handle opens and closes easily and smoothly.
5. Connect the power cord (B) to the inlet on the left side of the machine and to a compatible, stable, and grounded power supply.
6. Prepare one area for items about to be loaded into the press and a separate area for cooling heated items after processing.

OPERATION

1. Prepare your design on a suitable transfer.
   Remember that most transfers (but not all!) require the design to be applied in reverse. Make the necessary adjustments for the style of transfer youʼre using.

2. Fix your design exactly into position on your product using the heat-resistant adhesive tape (C).
   Research your specific material and its ideal settings before use. Most ceramics can be pressed, but some sublimation plates and mugs are especially formatted for easy design transfer. Use medium to low pressure for glass but apply full and even contact with the transfer. Sublimation transfers are suitable for using this machine on stainless steel surfaces while other transfer types can be ineffective.

3. Check that your product will be able to fit easily within the press without disturbing the transfer. Adjust the pressure knobs as needed to provide room for placement but to allow full contact when the handle is closed.

4. Put on the heat-resistant gloves (D) and any other necessary PPE. Connect the press to power and flip its power switch to I. During first use, the press should begin preheating to its default setting of 180°C or 356°F.
   The default countdown is 30 seconds.The press preheats the ENTIRE time that it is connected to power and turned on. DO NOT leave it unattended and be careful to avoid any risk of burns or fire.

   • If you need to use a different heat or time setting, press SET once. The upper display should read “SP” and the lower display should show the current target temperature. Use ▲ and ▼ to set your new temperature. Hold either button to speed up adjustment.

   • Press SET a second time. The upper display should read “St” and the lower display should show the current countdown in seconds. Again, use ▲ and ▼ to set the new timer value.

   • Press SET a third time to confirm your changes. These values will be saved and reused the next time you start the press. The display should reset to the current temperature of the press.

5. Check your transfer and its placement while the press finishes preheating. When it reaches your target temperature, slowly and carefully place your product into the press without disturbing the transfer. Position it with one hand so the transfer will be in full contact with the heated press once it is closed.

6. Lower the handle with your other hand until your product is securely held. If you previously loosened the pressure knobs to fit your product, you may need to retighten them now.

7. The countdown should begin immediately once the press detects that the handle has been lowered. Some larger products may not trigger this automatic activation. If so, manually begin the countdown by pressing . Each time you press after this will reset or restart the counter but it will NOT stop the press from continuing to heat.

8. There will be an audible chime when your countdown is finished. Press to mute. If necessary, loosen the pressure knobs. Support your product with one hand while opening the handle with the other. Remove the product and then remove the transfer at the appropriate time so there is no damage to the area of the transfer. Place your heated product in the area you previously prepared for cooling objects.

9. For batch work, simply repeat the positioning and activation steps. The temperature and timer will continue from one use to the next, while the batch counter tracks the number of repetitions. ( Hold to reset this count.) For separate projects, use the instructions in Step 4 to match the settings to your work.

10. When you are completely finished, turn off the machine by flipping its power switch to O and then fully disconnect it from power.
    Continue to be careful and to keep any children or pets away from the area until the press and your heated objects have fully cooled.
    To avoid damage to its internal components, the press will also shut itself off automatically if it is ever left undisturbed for thirty minutes at a time. However, you should never leave the heated press unattended in this way. If you need to leave during the middle of a batch, make sure all heated items are safely placed and then turn off and disconnect the press from power before leaving.

RECOMMENDED SETTINGS

Material

| ****

Transfer

| ****

Temperature

| ****

Time

| ****

Pressure

---|---|---|---|---

Ceramics

| ****

Sublimation

| ****

195–205°C

| ****

380–400°F

| ****

45–60 sec.

| ****

Medium/High

Waterslide

| ****

180°C

| ****

350°F

| ****

15–20 sec.

| ****

Medium

Transfer Paper

| ****

180–190°C

| ****

350–370°F

| ****

10–15 sec.

| ****

Medium/High

Glass

| ****

Sublimation

| ****

205°C

| ****

400°F

| ****

45–60 sec.

| ****

Medium

Vinyl (HTV)

| ****

150–160°C

| ****

300–320°F

| ****

10–15 sec.

| ****

Low/Medium

Transfer Paper

| ****

150–160°C

| ****

300–320°F

| ****

10–15 sec.

| ****

Low/Medium

Stainless Steel

| ****

Sublimation

| ****

205°C

| ****

400°F

| ****

45–60 sec.

| ****

Medium/High

ADDITIONAL TIPS

• Remove transfer paper from finished products quickly to prevent it from cooling and sticking to your design, but continue to be careful of all heated surfaces. Allow vinyl a little more time to set but still remove it before it cools.
• To achieve optimal outcomes, use the recommended settings for the exact transfers and materials as described above. Experiment with your specific transfers and materials to find the best results, especially before large batches.
• Avoid washing newly printed products for at least 24 hours.

ADJUSTMENT

Hold SET to enter the settings adjustment menus. You will automatically start with Temperature Units “C-F”. Press SET to cycle through the other parameters in order. Use ▲ and ▼ to adjust any value. When you are done, hold SET to save your changes and exit.
Aside from the display units and heating cycle, the other parameters should never require any adjustment. If they do, ONLY undertake such adjustment in coordination with customer service or a trained technician. Failure to do so may cause abnormal functioning, void any warranty stated or implied, and create a risk of electrical and/or fire hazards.

Temperature Units (C-F)
By default, the temperature values are displayed in either metric or English customary units, depending on the dominant local system. Use ▲ and ▼ to toggle between the two units. Setting C is degrees Celsius and Setting F is degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature Calibration (SC)
Sensor calibration is the offset applied to the device’s sensors and is set separately for each machine at the factory. Do not adjust the default value for your press.

Overheating Protection (P)
Overheating protection is the hysteresis value used to smooth the machine’s heating adjustments. Do not adjust the default value of “5”.

Input Reaction (I)
Input reaction is the speed at which the system responds to sensor inputs. Do not adjust the default value of “150”.

Heating Cycle (t)
Heating cycle is the length of each period of heating in seconds. It is followed by an equal duration of rest before the next cycle begins. For optimal service, the default setting of “8” may need to be reduced somewhat in colder environments to maintain more constant heat but doing so under normal conditions simply produces needless wear on the press components. The value can be increased somewhat in warmer environments to reduce wear. Only adjust the value up or down a little at a time and undo your adjustments or contact customer service if any abnormality occurs.

MAINTENANCE

• Always completely disconnect this machine from power and wait for it to cool before any cleaning, repair, or other maintenance.
• Clean with a soft dry cloth. If a damp cloth is necessary, be sure not to get any electronic components wet. Do not use caustic chemicals or harsh abrasives.
• Check this machine periodically for any looseness, wear, or damage. Tighten, repair, or replace any problematic parts before further use. Only allow trained technicians to do any testing or repairs to internal components.
• Store in a cool dry location inaccessible to children and away from direct sunlight. For best results, disconnect from power after each use. Always disconnect completely from power if it will not be used for an extended period of time.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Burnt or blurry images

| Decrease the working time and/or temperature using the control

panel.

Decrease the pressure using the adjustment knobs and handle.

Faded or pale images

| Increase the working time and/or temperature using the control

panel.

Increase the pressure using the adjustment knobs and handle.

Startup failure or sudden shutdown

| Ensure the main power cord is firmly and fully inserted into the

machine’s power inlet and an appropriate power source.

Check for damage to the main power cord. Replace it with an

identical cord if needed.

Pry the cover below the machine’s power inlet open using a flathead screwdriver or similar tool and check the fuse inside. If necessary, replace it with a new identical 20AL250V (5×20 mm) fuse.
Have a trained technician repair the machine’s wiring and/or your power source.

Using    SET does              not open the settings menus

| ****

Press  to stop any timer and try entering the menus again. If necessary, turn off the press, disconnect it from power for several seconds, reconnect the power, and restart before trying again.

Lack    of    heat             despite

correct control display

| Have a trained technician inspect the machine and adjust the sensor calibration “SC” setting as needed.
Have a trained technician assess your work area and adjust the

heating cycle “t” setting as needed.

Firmly reconnect the heating power cord to its socket behind the

control panel and beside the heating unit.

Repair the heating unit or replace it with a new identical one.

Excessive heating

| Have a trained technician inspect the machine and adjust the various settings as needed.
Have a trained technician repair or replace the electrical relay inside the machine.

DISPOSAL

Electrical products should not be disposed of with household products. In the EU and UK, according to European directive 2012/19/EU for the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment and its implementation in national laws, used electrical products must be collected separately and disposed of at the collection points provided for this purpose. Locations in Australia, Canada, and the United States may have similar regulations. Contact your local authorities or dealer for disposal and recycling advice.

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