ADKINS Series 5 Flatbed Transfer Press Instruction Manual

Series 5 Flatbed Transfer Press

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Specifications

• Power Consumption: 7.5 kW
• Power supply: 230 Volts AC
• Working temperature
• Display timer range
• Suggested compressed air supply: 5 bar (65 Psi)
• Maximum compressed air supply: 6 bar (87 Psi)
• Compressed air consumption: 40 litres/min (8.8
  gallons/min)

Product Usage Instructions

1. Installation

Follow these steps to install the Alpha Industrial Flatbed
Series 5 Transfer Press:

• Pre-installation instructions
• Pre-installation electrical requirements
• Pre-installation compressed air requirements
• Installing the machine
• Electrical requirements
• Pneumatic requirements
• Adjusting the pressure

2. Operating the Machine

To operate the Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer
Press:

• Start the machine
• Work with heat transfer materials
• Fuse materials
• Assemble pressing pad
• Shutdown the machine properly
• Follow hints and tips for efficient use
• Measure heat plate temperature

3. Maintenance

Regular maintenance is crucial for machine longevity:

• Daily maintenance tasks
• Weekly maintenance routines
• General maintenance guidelines
• Cleaning procedures

FAQs

Q: What should I do if I notice any damage upon receiving the

product?

A: Contact your supplier immediately to report any damage or
missing items.

Q: What is the power consumption of the Alpha Industrial

Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press?

A: The power consumption is 7.5 kW.

Q: What is the working temperature range of the machine?

A: The working temperature range is not specified in the
provided text.

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HEAT PRESS TECHNOLOGY
ALPHA INDUSTRIAL FLATBED SERIES 5 (100 CM X 120 CM)
Operators Handbook
All products within the ADKINS range are labelled with CE marking and are manufactured and tested to comply with EC safety regulations. ©Charterhouse Holdings PLC. All rights reserved.

Preface
Dear User
Welcome to the growing group of Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press users. The product you have purchased has been carefully designed and manufactured to ensure that you, the user, will gain the maximum benefit.
All Charterhouse Holdings PLC products are specifically designed to ensure ease of use with particular attention to safety requirements.
Should you discover any fault or damage upon receipt of this product, you should immediately contact your supplier.

Contents

Introduction Alpha Industrial Flatbed

1

Series 5 Transfer Press

1.1 What did you receive?

2

1.2 Specifications of the Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 3
5 Transfer Press

1.3 Safety

4

1.4 Safety tips

4

1.5 The possibility to defeat or circumvent safety

5

measures

Installation

6

2.1 Pre-installation instructions

6

2.2 Pre-installation electrical requirements

6

2.3 Pre-installation compressed air requirements

7

2.4 Installing the machine

7

2.5 Electrical requirements

7

2.6 Pneumatic requirements

8

2.7 Adjusting the pressure

8

How to operate the Alpha Industrial

9

Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press

3.1 Starting with the Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5

9

Transfer Press

3.2 Working with heat transfer materials

9

3.3 Material fusing

10

3.4 Pressing pad assembly

11

3.5 Shutting down the machine

11

3.6 Hints and tips

12

3.7 Heat Plate Temperature Measurement

13

Maintenance of the machine

14

4.1 Daily maintenance

14

4.2 Weekly maintenance

14

4.3 General Maintenance

14

4.4 Cleaning

15

Machine drawings and diagrams

16

5.1 General layout

17

5.2 Control panel operation

18

5.3 Control unit operation

19

5.4 Exploded diagram and parts list

20

5.5 Electrical diagram

21

5.6 Pneumatic schematic

22

5.7 Machine assembly

23

Design change

29

Guarantee (limited warranty)

30

Declaration of conformity

31

1. Introduction Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press
The Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press is a pneumatically operated heat press for transfer printing and material fusing and comes supplied in a single table configuration making it ideal for high volume production with low operator fatigue. The fusing areas for the Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press is: 100 cm x 120 cm (39 in x 47 in). The Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press is operated such that in the normal ‘stand-by’ mode, the heat plate is retained in the elevated position by compressed air, applied to the appropriate ports of the acting cylinder. Pressing either of the green buttons on the control boxes (located on either side of the frame) will initiate an automatic pressing cycle. This is only possible when the sliding table is positioned correctly to align the work under the heat plate, at which time the guard flap is manually closed. Micro switches then detect the closure of the flap and apply power to the pneumatic driver board. The pneumatic driver board then applies power to the intermediate relay, which in turn provides power to both the pneumatic solenoid valve and the digital timer, which allows the solenoid valve to open the intake door. Air is now applied to the other cylinder ports, forcing the heat plate onto the table and initiating the automatic pressing sequence. After expiry of the pre-set time the digital controller sends a signal to the pneumatic driver board, the driver board then cuts the power for the downstream line, deactivating the solenoid valve, which in turn closes the intake door. The cylinder then returns the heat plate to its elevated position. The Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press is produced nominally as 230 Volts AC single phase ­ 3 lines (neutral + live + earth).
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1.1 What did you receive?
The Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press has been a placed in a crate and banded onto a pallet, for safe transportation. The following articles should have been delivered: Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press. Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press Operators
Handbook. Any extra items ordered. If there is any damage or any article is missing, please contact your supplier immediately.
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1.2 Specifications of the Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press

The Alpha Industrial Pneumatic (Single Phase) Transfer Press is a pneumatically operated heat press for transfer printing and material fusing and comes supplied in a single table configuration making it ideal for high volume production with low operator fatigue.

The fusing areas for the Alpha Industrial Pneumatic (Single Phase) Transfer Press is: 100 cm x 120 cm (39 in x 47 in).

Specifications

Power Consumption

7.5 kW

Power supply

Single phase ­ 3 line (neutral + live + earth)

230 Volts AC

Working temperature

70 – 225oC ± 0.5% (158 oF – 437oF

± 0.5%)

Display timer range

0 ­ 480 sec

Suggested compressed air supply

5 bar (65 Psi)

Maximum compressed air supply

6 bar (87 Psi)

Compressed air consumption

40 litres/min (8.8 gallons/min)

Machine height

150 cm (59 in)

Machine width

170 cm (70 in)

Machine length

240 cm (95 in)

Working area required

170.1(W) x 152.2(H) x 271.7(D) cm

(70 (W) x 60 (H) x 107 (D) in)

Size Export Packed

188 (L) x 157 (W) x 177 (H) cm

(74 (L)x 62 (W)x 70 (H) in)

Weight Export Packed

764 Kg (1,684 lbs)

Net Weight

536 kg (1,181.5 lbs)

Press pad dimensions

100 cm x 120 cm (39 in x 47 in)

Single phase machine

34 A

A-weighted noise level

<70dB(A)

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1.3 Safety

The Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press has been equipped with various safety features to ensure operator safety.

a.

A thermal cut-out on the heating element shuts off the power

to the element if the temperature exceeds 225oC ± 0.5% (437oF

± 0.5%).

b.

Emergency stop button.

c.

The heat plate will only lower to pressing position when the

table is aligned with it due to a micro switch safety interlock.

1.4 Safety tips

Our customer service department has its own service engineers and, if required, maintenance and advice is available upon request.

The Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press meets

the European Legislation standard. Under normal conditions

accidents are rare. However, listed below are some practical

points to ensure your safety.

· Always switch off and isolate air and mains supply (i.e. Remove plug) before undertaking any maintenance work. Always bear in mind that the machine could still be hot and compressed air may be stored in the machine’s reservoir.

· Keep other people away from the machine during use.

· Ensure that there is sufficient space around the machine. Cables and connections must not get jammed. Although the heat radiation of the press is low, there should be enough space for cooling down.

· Avoid contact with the press element.

DO NOT REMOVE THE TOP COVER UNLESS

QUALIFIED TO DO SO – touching internal parts is

dangerous and may cause shock hazard.

PROTECT THE MAINS CABLE – damage to the mains

cable may cause fire or shock hazard. Take care that the mains

cable does not come into contact with the heat plate (or moving

parts of the mechanism) during operation of the machine.

OPERATING AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE ­ the

operating

ambient

temperature

range

is

0oC – 35oC, (32oF – 104oF) and humidity of 20 – 80%. This

heat press is fitted with a thermal cut out to ensure that it

cannot operate above 225oC ± 0.5% (437oF ± 0.5%).

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Safety tips (cont.)

MACHINE FUSE ­ Single phase machine 34 Amps.

WARNING – THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

(GROUNDED).

CAUTION

This machine gets hot whilst operating. Take care not to

touch any surfaces that are labelled “Caution this plate is

HOT”.

MACHINE OPERATION

Only suitably trained personnel should operate this

machine.

This machine is designed to be operated by one operator only.

If any hissing noises of pneumatic leaks occur the machine must be immediately shut down for investigation.

Contact your print media suppliers to ascertain whether fumes are given off during the process, and if so, what precautions are needed for operator safety. These may include air extraction and/or masks for personnel.

Please refer to Section 5.1 for an illustration of the Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press.

1.5 The possibility to defeat or circumvent safety measures

The owner shall take account of the possibility and incentive to defeat or circumvent safety measures, for example:

a)

The safety measure slows down production, or interferes

with any other activities or preferences of the user.

b)

The safety measure is difficult to use.

c)

Persons other than the operator are involved.

d)

The safety measure is not recognised by the user or is not

accepted as suitable for its function.

The machine has been factory tested to perform its normal function. The owner and operator MUST ENSURE that the machine is subject to neither mis-function nor malfunction, beyond the normal use of transfer printing fusing and in particular ALL of the safety measures outlined in this handbook and incorporated into the design of the machine shall not be over-ridden in any way.

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2. Installation

2.1 Pre-installation instructions

The machine should be installed to supplier specifications and as such will require that certain pre-installation tasks should be met/ performed prior to installation:

The machine is designed for use in a light industrial

environment. The machine must be housed inside a building

with a dry environment and it must not be exposed to the

elements.

The operating ambient temperature range is 0oC – 35oC,

(32oF – 104oF) and humidity of 20 – 80%. This heat press is

fitted with a thermal cut out to ensure that it cannot operate
above 225oC ± 0.5% (437oF ± 0.5%).

Building access should allow the machine to be placed in its

final position without dismantling the machine further. The

largest assembly is the frame.

The export packed (gross) weight is: Standard machine ­ 764 kg (1,684 lbs)

Personnel and suitable lifting equipment should be made

available to off load the machine from our delivery vehicle and

move it to its working location i.e. fork lift truck, pallet truck

etc.

2.1.1

ELECTRICAL AND PNEUMATIC WORK SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY THE CUSTOMER PRIOR TO COMMISSIONING OF THE MACHINE:

It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that the machine is connected to the compressed air and a suitable electrical supply.

It is expected that airline installation and wiring to the machine will be completed prior the agreed engineer’s visit BUT FOR SAFETY REASONS IT IS IMPORTANT that supplies remain isolated and the machine is not operated before an engineer completes the commissioning procedure.

2.2 Pre-installation electrical requirements

The Alpha Industrial Pneumatic (Single Phase) Transfer Press is designed to operate using single phase ­ 3 line (live + neutral + earth) 230 Volts AC Nominal load current is 34 Amps.

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Pre-installation electrical requirements (cont.)

NB: The machine is NOT supplied with a mains supply cable. The customer or his agent should provide the mains supply cable. Termination is via a switched fuse box mounted on the main frame of the machine.

2.3 Pre-installation compressed air requirements

A supply of compressed air needs to be available continually. Maximum pressure supplied to the machine should be 5-5.5 bar (75-80 Psi. Typical consumption is: 5 – 30 cu litre/min (0.18 ­ 1.06 cu ft/min) per operation.
Connection is via 12 mm external and 8 mm internal (0.47 in external and 3.1 in internal) bore hose to a pressure regulator assembly mounted on the main frame. The supply hose is provided by the customer or his agent and should be attached with two hose clips for safety.

2.4 Installing the machine

The Alpha Industrial Pneumatic (Single Phase) Transfer Press should be set onto a solid foundation, packing feet where necessary to ensure that it is firm and level in all directions. The table support bars should be set by a skilled person prior to use of the machine to avoid printing/fusing problems.

2.5 Electrical requirements

The Alpha Industrial Pneumatic (Single Phase) Transfer Press requires a single phase mains supply is connected to the machine via a switched fused isolating box.
NB. It is essential that this machine be connected to an effective electrical earth to ensure safety of users.

Supply

Phase

requirements are

as follows:

Voltage

230 V

Single phase

Hz. Nominal heating Nominal

power

full load

current

50-60 7.5 kW (6

34 A

elements, 1.25 kW

each)

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2.6 Pneumatic requirements

A permanent supply of compressed air is required whilst the machine is in normal use. The air supply, not exceeding 6 bar (87 Psi) is connected via a pressure regulator valve located on the main frame of the machine.
See `Pneumatic Circuit diagram’ in this Operators Handbook.

2.7 Adjusting the pressure

2.7.1

Turn on air supply to press and adjust pressure regulator screw until the gauge indicates the required level minimum of 1 bar maximum of 6 bar (14.5 Psi / 87 Psi).

N.B: The pressure shown by the gauge determines the amount of pressure exerted by the heat plate during the printing/fusing operation, i.e. if less or more pressure is required; adjust the air pressure regulator adjusting screw accordingly.

2.7.2 RESTRICTOR VALVES
Restrictor valves have been fitted to the pneumatic cylinders ­ see `Pneumatic Circuit’.
CAUTION: To set Restrictor Valves, this must be done with guard removed. EXTREME CAUTION should be taken by Qualified Persons whilst making the adjustments. The guard should be refitted before using the machine.

DO NOT REMOVE THE ELECTRICAL HOUSING GUARD WHEN MAKING THIS ADJUSTMENT

These valves are adjustable and control the speed of approach and lift off of the heat plate from the pressing pad upon completion of the printing cycle. To adjust, unfasten locking nut on adjusting screw, turn adjusting screw clockwise to decrease speed anticlockwise to increase speed, tighten locking nut when desired speed is achieved.
Restrictor valve must be set and balanced on the cylinder to ensure even movement of the heat plate to and from the pressing pad.

N.B. Adjustment of the cylinder speed is essential to ensure that the transfer paper does not become dislodged during movement of the heat plate. It is advisable where possible to use transfer papers with `tack’ adhesive to reduce the possibility of displacement of the transfer paper during heat plate lift off.

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3. How to operate the Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press

3.1 Starting with the Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press

3.1.1

Turn on the Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press; The power switch is situated on the control box which is attached to the side of the machines main body. Before switching machine on check that the secondary power switches (overload trip switches) are set in the on position. Set the machine controls as necessary. See instructions for setting automatic or manual modes Section 5.2, adjusting the pressure Section 2.7, and operation of the time/ temperature unit, Section 5.3. When the set temperature is achieved the machine is ready to use.

3.2 Working with heat transfer materials

3.2.1

Ascertain from the supplier of the transfer paper and/or the suppliers of the material, that the material to be used is suitable and has been prepared for transfer printing.

3.2.2

Obtain from the supplier of the transfer paper, or material to be used, the recommended temperature, time and pressure settings for the material to be worked on.

Approximate settings are usually within the following:-

180oC – 200oC (350oF – 400oF) 10 – 30 seconds

Heat Setting Time Dwell Setting

3.2.3 Ensure heat controller/dwell timer/air pressure is correctly set as already described.

3.2.4 Pull out sliding table to full extent.

3.2.5 Place the recycled cotton pad onto the table.

3.2.6

Place material to be printed onto the cotton pad on the pressing pad and lay transfer paper onto the material (print side down).

3.2.7

Push in the sliding table slowly to full extent, ensuring that the paper and the material are not displaced during this movement.

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Working with heat transfer materials (cont.)

3.2.8

After pushing in the sliding table, and depending on whether automatic table operation mode or manual table operation mode is selected, the machine will then either complete a pressing cycle (automatic mode) or user will need to press the green cycle start button, located on the left hand side of the table support arm, to complete a pressing cycle (manual mode). For more information on how to select/ set automatic or manual mode please see Section 5.2.

3.2.9 Pull out the sliding table and remove the transfer paper from work piece (using recommended manufacturer’s guidelines).

3.3 Material fusing

3.3.1

When the press is to be used for fusing of fusible interlinings/heat bonding etc. it is advisable to lay a piece of PTFE cover material onto the pressing pad, preferably of the same size as the pad to act as a base for fusing operation. The parts to be fused are then laid onto this cover.

3.3.2 A further piece of PTFE cover material is laid over the pressing pad covering the whole of the parts to be fused.

3.3.3

The PTFE covers will then act as an anti-stick barrier to prevent strike- through of any surplus adhesive from the fusible interlining/adhesive coated bonding material and so prevent any fouling of the heat plate and/or pressing pad during the fusing operation.

Approximate settings are usually within the following:-

110oC – 170oC (250oF – 340oF) 5 – 30 seconds

Heat Setting Time Dwell Setting

The method of operation for fusing is the same as for transfer printing.

3.3.4 Ensure heat controller/dwell timer/air pressure is correctly set, as already described.

3.3.5 Pull out sliding table to full extent.

3.3.6

Lay parts to be fused onto the PTFE cover of the pressing pad (adhesive face down) into the required position and cover with further PTFE cover ­ as described above.

3.3.7 Push in sliding table slowly to full extent ensuring that the materials are not displaced during this movement.

3.3.8 After pushing in the sliding table, and depending on whether automatic table operation mode or manual table operation

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Material fusing (cont.)

mode is selected, the machine will then either complete a pressing cycle (automatic mode) or user will need to press the green cycle start button, located on the left hand side of the table support arm, to complete a pressing cycle (manual mode). For more information on how to select/ set automatic or manual mode please see Section 5.2.
3.3.9 Pull out the sliding table and remove the transfer paper from work piece (using recommended manufacturer’s guidelines).
3.4 Pressing pad assembly

This consists of the following:-

Pressing Pad Base – This fits into the well of the sliding table.

Silicone Pressing Pad – This lies on top of the pressing pad

base.

Pressing Pad Cover – This is heat resistant `Nomex’ material.

N.B. The pressing pad unit must be maintained in good condition at all times and replaced whenever showing signs of wear, with particular attention being given to the pressing pad base.

A worn pressing pad will always affect the quality of the transfer printing/fusing.
Pressing pad protection ­ the sliding table should always be withdrawn to the full extent outside the press when not in operation to protect the pressing pad from the constant heat of the heat plate.
It is particularly important that the sliding table be withdrawn at the end of the working period as should the air supply to the press be cut off, the hot heat plate will eventually descend under its own weight and rest on the pressing pad and may damage it.

3.5 Shutting down the machine

When the transfer process is finished, there is an important matter for attention.
N.B. Do not shut down the power immediately, as the heat platen is very hot after extended machine operation. Please press the “OK” button after you finish the last heat transfer cycle, this will stop the heat platen from heating, but will allow the fan in the electronic control box to operate, thereby cooling the heat platen down. It is recommended not to turn off the power for around 20-30 minutes after you finish the transfer process to allow the fan to completely cool the platen.

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Shutting down the machine (cont.)

It is suggested that the machine is not powered off for at least 1-2 hours after continuous machine operation of 6-8 hours.
To shut down in an emergency, press either of the Emergency Stop Buttons located on the left hand side of each of the sliding table frames. If the emergency stop button is actuated, it will need to be unlocked by turning it anticlockwise before the machine will run again.

3.6 Hints and tips

Transfer Printing

Extra care should always be taken to ensure that transfer paper is placed print down onto the article, as mistakes will result in the heat plate becoming soiled with ink and spoiling following work.

When transfer printing, it may be found advantageous to cover the press pad with paper to prevent strike-through of surplus ink, particularly when printing thin material as surplus print on the pressing pad cover can also strike back on the following work.

Transfer Paper/Motifs Fail to Print Out Correctly

Check:-

Heat and time dwell settings are correct.

Article having transfer applied is locked in contact between

pressing pad and heat plate.

Pressing pad is in good condition, is flat and making complete

contact over the whole area of the heat plate. See Pressing Pad

details.

Fading of print across width

Check:-

Heating elements ­ that one of the 3 elements has not failed

(by qualified electrician)

Condition of pressing pad unit.

“Ghosting” (Double Image) of Transfer Prints

Check:-

Material being used has been correctly heat set for transfer

printing.

Material being used does not shrink during printing process,

i.e. measure material before and after printing.

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Hints and tips (cont.)

Transfer paper does not move after printing process upon lift

off of the heat plate.

If possible, use adhesive coated paper, particularly to

overcome fabric shrinkage.

By pre-shrinking of material in press before transfer printing.

3.7 Heat Plate Temperature Measurement
Testing of the Heat Plate for temperature consistency or fault condition should only be undertaken after consulting Charterhouse Holdings PLC, and then only using a wired Digital Thermometer (*please see note below).

*Please Note: The Digital Thermometer with external probe is suitable for surface, air and immersion/penetration measurement, which is required for all Adkins heat presses. Laser Thermometers only measure air surfaces which can be misleading due to currents of hot air floating on the surface of the heat plate.
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4. Maintenance of the machine

For good press results it is important to keep the press surfaces clean. Wipe the surface of the heat plate with a dry non-abrasive cloth before use when the plate is cold.
When the heat plate is hot and not in use, keep in the open position away from the silicone pad.
4.1 Daily maintenance
The heat plate should be examined and cleaned on a daily basis as required.
CAUTION: Before attempting to clean the heat plate ensure that the machine is isolated from the power supply and that the heat plate is cool.
Note: it may take several hours for the heat plate to cool to handling temperature.
It is recommended to power off the machine for 1­2 hours after approx. 6-8 hours of continuous operation.
4.2 Weekly maintenance

CHECK:-

a)

Pressing pad cover

b)

Silicone pressing pad

c)

Pressing pad base

Replace as necessary

Note:

If print quality deteriorates it may be necessary to change the silicone

pressing pad and pressing pad base.

4.3 General Maintenance

The following checks should be carried out at regular intervals by a qualified and competent person:-
· Pneumatic system for air leaks · Pneumatic system for lubrication · Electrical connections · Belt tension and condition · Mechanical moving parts
Any enquiries to: enquiries@aadkins.com

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4.4 Cleaning
First unplug the machine. Clean the outside of the machine frequently with a clean, moist cloth. This may conveniently be carried out when the machine is cold. To prevent soiling of substrate, periodic wiping of entire exterior machine, including platens, with a clean rag is recommended. If necessary, use mineral spirits for cleaning a cold machine. Since mineral spirits are flammable, use precautions at all times and keep away from sparks, flames or hot heat platen.
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5. Machine drawings and diagrams
On the following pages are the schematic diagrams for the Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 Transfer Press.
5.1 General layout……………………………… Page 17 5.2 Control panel operation…………………….. Page 18 5.3 Control unit operation……………………… Page 19 5.4 Exploded diagram and parts list………….. Page 20 5.5 Electrical diagram………………………………….. Page 21 5.6 Pneumatic schematic………………………. Page 22 5.7 Machine assembly………………………… Page 23
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5.1 General layout
TIME/TEMP CONTROLLER
MACHINE OPERATING HANDLE

PRESSURE CONTROLLER
FOR DETAILS OF PNEUMATICS SEE AIR CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
TABLE ROLLER

EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON

CYCLE START

SLIDING TABLE AND PAD

BUTTON

HEAT PLATE HOUSINGS – CYLINDER GASKET
HEAT PLATE ASSEMBLY
PRESSING PAD COVER

PRESSING PAD BASE
FOR DETAILS OF ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT SEE WIRING DIAGRAM

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5.2 Control panel operation

Automatic/ manual mode switch

Time/temp controller

Main power switch

Automatic Manual

Power Switch

Machine operation warning light

Fuse holder/fuse

Control panel operation/ function procedure
1. Switch on machine using the main power switch.
2. Set time/ temperature using digital controller (see section 5.3 Control unit operation).
3. Set the machine to either automatic or manual operation using the automatic/ manual mode switch.
N.B. · When the machine is set to automatic mode, pushing the table to the pressing position will start the pressing cycle automatically.
· When the machine is set to manual mode, the user is required to push the table to the pressing position and then start the pressing cycle by pushing the green cycle start button, located on the left hand side of the table support arm(s) and close to the emergency stop button (see section 5.1 General layout for position of cycle start button).
4. The Secondary power button situated on the Control panel is to facilitate machine shut down in the event of an overload.

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5.3 Control unit operation
(The heat plate must always be in the up position before the controllers are set)

Temperature Settings
Time Settings

Setting Temperature
1. Switch on machine.
2. Press the ‘OK’ button to enter the temperature setting mode (the ‘ ‘ light will flash).
3. Using the ‘ ‘ or ‘ ‘ buttons select between ‘ ‘ or ‘ ‘ .
4. Press the ‘OK’ button twice to enter the temperature setting mode (the temperature settings digits and ‘SV’ will flash).
5. Use the ‘ ‘ or ‘ ‘ buttons to select the temperature required for the transfer material being used.
6. Press the ‘OK’ button to turn the ‘SV’ light and temperature settings digits off.
Setting Time
1. Press the ‘OK’ button three times to enter the time setting mode (the ‘SV’ and time settings lights will flash).
2. Use the ‘ ‘ or ‘ ‘ buttons to select the time required for the transfer material being used.
3. Press the ‘OK’ button to turn the ‘SV’ and time settings lights off.
4. The digital display will now show the rising temperature until the set heat is achieved. At this point a buzzer will sound to indicate that the machine has reached the set operating temperature and is ready to use.
5. To reset the counter to zero press and hold ‘Reset’ button for 5 seconds.

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5.4 Exploded diagram and parts list
49 47

60 59 58 63
50

35 34
32 31
30 33 29 28

27

24

23

25

57 56 55

22

18

21 19

36

54 20
17 13

9
51 53

15
14 16
12 11 51 2

10 26

8

6

62

7

48

61 37 46 39
38

40

1 41

435

43

45 44 42

No. Description

Qty. Part No.

1 Side cover board

2 AIP001

2 Front cover board

2 AIP002

3 Side handle

4 AIP003

4 Handle fittings

8 AIP004

5 M6 screw

20 AIP005

6 Machine frame

1 AIP006

7 Machine wheel

4 AIP007

8 Limit switch

2 AIP008

9 Fixing bracket

8 AIP009

10 Connecting bracket

2 AIP010

11 Support arm trunking

4 AIP011

12 Right bracket

2 AIP012

13 Left bracket

2 AIP013

14 Right slide rail

2 AIP014

15 Left slide rail

2 AIP015

16 Slide rail connecting board 2 AIP016

17 Emergency/start-up switch 2 AIP017

18 Bottom plate

2 AIP018

19 Left handle fittings

4 AIP019

20 Right handle fittings

2 AIP020

21 Shock pad

4 AIP021

22 Bearing

16 AIP022

23 M16x200 connecting screw 2 AIP023

24 M16 nut

8 AIP024

25 Vented cover

2 AIP025

26 Adjustable machine foot 4 AIP026

27 7.5 kW Heat platen

1 AIP027

28 Heat plate cover

1 AIP028

29 Spring

6 AIP029

30 M6 screw

6 AIP030

31 Steel pin

2 AIP031

32 Linear bearing

2 AIP032

33 Adapter plate

1 AIP033

34 Air cylinder

1 AIP034

35 Cylinder cover

1 AIP035

36 Electrical case cover

1 AIP036

37 Fuse holder

1 OMC750/468

38 Controller housing (2 part) 1 OMC750/8

39 Power switch

1 OMC750/7

40 Transfer switch

1 AIP039

41 Power indicator light

1 AIP040

42 Door locks

1 AIP041

43 Electrical case

1 AIP042

44 Fan

6 AIP043

45 Fan shroud

6 AIP044

46 Air valve

1 AIP045

47 Solenoid valve

1 AIP046

48 Digital controller (2 part) 1 OMC750/35

49 Machine head cover

1 AIP047

50 Foam base (50mm thick) 2 AIP5FOAM100X120

51 Angled table support arm 2 AIP049

52 Plug

1 AIP050

53 Socket and lead

1 AIP051

54 Bottom plate handle

1 AIP052

55 M16 screw anchor

6 AIP053

56 M6 washer

6 AIP054

57 M16 ball nut

6 AIP055

58 White felt (optional)

1 AIP058

59 Blue silicon (optional)

1 AIP/SIL100X120

60 Nomex® Cover (100 x 120cm) 1 AIP/NOMEX120M

61 Fuse 6 amps

1 OMC750/40

62 Solid state relay

1 OMC750/30

63 Black silicon pad

1 AIP/SIL120

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5.5 Electrical diagram (220 V – single phase)
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L Brown
N Blue
Yellow/ Green

DZ47LE C60 (2P 60A)

FU2 (34A)

K0 YW (PE)

Heat Platen
FU (6A)

EH1 A Heat Filament B
EH2
Thermocouple A B

260°C Temperature Control Switch

K0
Power Switch

YW (PE)
Solid State Relay

C1

B1

A1

LEF

LSR1-3-3100DA (100DA)

C2

B2

A2

R1

Controller

Red Light

Cycle Start Solid-state Thermocouple Countdown Emergency Electromagnet

Buttons

_Relay+

_

Stop

+Outpu_t

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Power

Manual/ Semi-Auto Switch

Semi-Auto (NC)

Manual (N0)

Limit Switch (N0)
Start Switch (N0)

Rectifier
Z

Work Indicating light
J2
Magnetic Valve Coil

Connector

M Fan 1

Connector

M Fan 6

6 pcs Fans

J1
J

Emergency Stop (NC)

Intermediate Relay J (DC12V)

Transformer

5.6 Pneumatic schematic
INTAKE
GAS PROCESSING COMPONENTS
SOLENOID VALVE

BACK VALVE

BACK VALVE

CYLINDER
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5.7 Machine assembly
1. Connect air supply to machine to allow heat plate to rise. 2. Remove table from machine and store safely. 3. Fit the left hand and right hand table brackets (part nos.13 and
12) being careful not to trap cabling when attaching left hand table bracket. 4. Fit the two angled table support arms (parts no.52). 5. Fit the slide rail connecting boards (parts no.16) by loosely inserting the left and right hand screws (do not tighten screws yet). 6. Fit the two rails (part no.15). 7. Tighten all screws securely. 8. Finally place table onto slide rails (part nos.14 and 15), making sure that the bearings (parts no. 22) are securely located on slide rail tracks.
22
18
15
15 12
16 52 13
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5.7.1 Step-by-step assembly guide
Picture No.1 – Machine body as supplied ex. works

Picture No.2 – Fit the left hand side arm

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Step-by-step assembly guide (cont.)
Picture No.3 – Fit the right hand side arm

Picture No.4 – Fit the right hand side angle support

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Step-by-step assembly guide (cont.)
Picture No.5 – Fit the left hand side angle support

Picture No.6 – Fit the cross member

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Step-by-step assembly guide (cont.)
Picture No.7 – Fit the left hand side track

Picture No.8 – Fit the right hand side track

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Step-by-step assembly guide (cont.)

Picture No.9 – Plug in electrical connection
5.7.2 Machine in fully built up state

Machine in `fully built-up’ state

Machine in `fully built-up’ state

Machine in `fully built-up’ state

Detailed picture of machine in `fully built-up’ state

Detailed picture of machine in `fully built-up’ state

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6. Design change
With the policy of constant improvement and/or modification to meet changing conditions, the right is reserved to change the design and/or specifications at any time without prior notification, and therefore specifications may vary and not be in accordance with this manual.
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7. Guarantee (limited warranty)
Charterhouse Holdings PLC warrants that the press is free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of supply. The machine comes with a 12 month warranty on the heating element, 12 month warranty on parts and 90 days labour.
This warranty covers all parts to repair the defects, except when damage results from misuse or abuse, accident, alteration or negligence or when a machine has been improperly installed.
If a press covered by warranty should need to be returned to the factory for examination and repair, if on-site component replacement is not possible, Charterhouse Holdings PLC will make every effort to repair the customers press. The warranty will only be effective when Charterhouse Holdings PLC authorises the original purchaser to return the machine to the factory and only when the product upon examination has proven to be defective.
Should in our opinion any part of this press be defective in materials or workmanship, it will be replaced or repaired free of charge, provided that the press has been installed and operated in the correct manner and not subjected to misuse. If Charterhouse Holdings PLC authorise a replacement press, the warranty of the replacement press shall expire on the anniversary date of the original machines invoice to the customer.
In order for this warranty to be effective, no return of machine or parts may be made without prior factory authorisation. (This will exclude any travelling and/or carriage costs which will be charged at our discretion).
This is the sole warranty given by the company; there are no warranties, which extend beyond the description on the face hereof. The seller disclaims any implied warranty of merchantability and/or any implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose; the buyer agrees that the goods are sold “as is”. Charterhouse Holdings PLC does not warrant that the functions of the press will meet the customer’s requirements or expectations. The entire risk as to use, quality and performance of the press lies with the customer. (No claim of any kind shall be greater than the sale price of the product or part to which the claim is made).
In no event will Charterhouse Holdings PLC be liable for any injury, loss or damage, including loss of profits, destruction of goods or any special, incidental, consequential or indirect damages arising from the use of the press or accompanying materials. This limitation will apply even if Charterhouse Holdings PLC or its authorised agent had been advised of the possibility of such damage.
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A. ADKINS AND SONS LIMITED DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Application of Council Directives: European Low Voltage Directive (LVD), European Machinery Directive (MD), Electro Magnetic Conformity (EMC)

Standards to which Conformity is Declared:

(LVD): EN 60204-1:2018 (MD): EN ISO 12100:2010 2006/42/EC Annex1 (EMC): EN 61000-6-2:2019

Manufacturer’s Name:

Charterhouse Holdings Plc

Manufacturer’s Address:

Oakridge Park, Trent Lane, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2PY United Kingdom.

Type of Equipment: Standards Compliance:

Alpha Industrial Flatbed Series 5 (100 cm x 120 cm)
RoHS
COMPLIANT

Model Number:

..A..I..P..S..1..2.0………………………………………………………………………….

Serial Number:

……………………………………………………………………………………..

Year of Manufacture:

……………………………………………………………………………………..

I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above directives and standards.

Place: Castle Donington, United Kingdom

Signature:

Date: 15th June 2023

Full Name: Miles Carter Position: Chief Executive

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