N680/880 - HIX Graphics
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1. Is heat light on Call Technical Service Does the digital display show C Reset circuit breaker on machine Replace the thermocouple Check large tan wires soldered to back of heat casting Call Repair if needed Technical Service Remove rear cover and check for loose or broken wires Repair if needed Call Technical Service Check power flow with VOM meter Problem solved Repair if needed Customer Service Tech Sheets are available for this step Visit www hixcorp com to print or call 620 231 8568 and we will send you one Parts ordering is available on line 8 TRANSFER APPLICATION The 120 volt models have a slower heat recovery i e 18 20 seconds 375 F The 220 volt models are recommended for quicker cycle times i e 10 seconds 375 F 1 Set the temperature time amp pressure to the desired settings as instructed Always consult your specific transfer recommendations Typical settings are Cold Peel 350 F 177 C 15 seconds and Hot Split 375 F 190 C 10 12 seconds 2 Align substrate on lower platen Smooth wrinkle from garments NOTE Wrinkles may be removed by bringing the heated platen in contact with the garment for a few seconds before the transfer is positioned Push the platen release button provided on the front of the lower right frame tube of the machine to interrupt the normal cycle and release the upper heat pla2. 0 835 0606 Fax 620 231 1598 E Mail customerservice hixcorp com E Mail sales hixcorp com 2010 HIX Corp 12 N 680D N 880D 15 x15 16 x20 Air Automatic Heat Transfer Machines OWNER S MANUAL N 880D shown EWA CORPORATION For Customer Service Call 1 800 835 0606 or Visit www hixcorp com CONTENTS Receiving amp Installation Temperature amp Time Instructions Auto Shut Off Pressure Control Transfer Application Relay Bypass Repairs Maintenance Schedule Troubleshooting Warranty BEFORE warranty repair you MUST get Prior Authorization 70146 RV D_101310 RECEIVING amp INSTALLATION SHIPPING OR RETURNS NOTE Save all of your shipping packing materials DO NOT RISK COSTLY SHIPPING DAMAGE SHIP ONLY IN ORIGINAL BOX 1 Fasten machine to plywood shipping base with bolts provided 2 Tie or tape handle securely to base 3 Place in original box and put side liner and top liner in place Fold in flaps and seal the box Additional bottom boards box and liners may be obtained from your supplier for a nominal cost UNPACKING Remember to save all packing materials including box liner and board You may need these for shipping your machine or if a repair is necessary in the future INSPECTION Inspect your machine for hidden shipping damage Contact the delivery company immediately should you find damage INSTALLATION 1 Remove plywood shipping base bolts se
3. Auto Shut Off mode simply lower the handle of the machine to activate the timer and it will start heating again for another 3 hours CHANGE AUTO SHUT OFF TIME SETTING 1 Power OFF press and hold the Down button then power ON Release the Down button The current Auto Shut Off Time will be displayed 2 Press the UP or DOWN button to change Auto Shut Off Time to desired Auto Shut Off Time up to 12 hours in 1 2 hour increments A setting of 5 1 2 hour 10 1 hour 15 1 1 2 hours 40 4 hours etc A setting of Zero will disable the feature 3 Press the Menu button once to lock in the new setting 4 Wait 15 seconds for the controller to automatically exit the Program ming Mode PRESSURE 1 The air pressure control knob must be pulled out to allow for pressure adjustments then pushed in once final adjustments have been made Set the air pressure by turning the regulator control knob and monitoring the air pressure gauge 2 Set the air pressure to 40 P S I pounds per square inch Turn the control knob clockwise to increase the pressure and counterclockwise to reduce it Refer to your transfers manufactures guide for pressure recommendations Your machine is protected by a pressure release valve which is preset at the factory NOTE Adjustments may be required from one garment to another and will vary to achieve the desired result TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Before making repair
4. WARRANTY Effective September 1 2010 HIX will automatically register the equipment on the date it was shipped to you or your distributor If the equipment was not purchased directly from HIX but through a distributor either domestic or foreign please keep a copy of their sales invoice showing the serial number and date it was sold shipped to you with this warranty In this case we will use the distributor s invoice date as the beginning warranty date STAPLE A COPY OF YOUR RECEIPT TO THIS WARRANTY and keep in a safe place to provide verification of your warranty should a problem occur Thank you Please fill in the following information and attach a copy of your receipt for your records Date Purchased ____CFrrom Model Serial This warranty applies to equipment manufactured by the HIX Corporation HIX Pittsburg Kan sas U S A HIX warrants to the original purchaser its Ovens and Dryers Heat Transfer Presses Mug Presses Mug Glazer Retensionable Screen Frames Textile Printers Spot Heaters and Ex posure Units against defects in workmanship and material except for wear and tear for a period of One Year from the date of purchase HIX warrants its Accessories Reten Splines Hardware Tool Kit and Shuttle for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase Thermatrol and doughXpress products are covered under separate warranty In the event of a defect HIX at its option will repair replace or substitute the defective
5. cool for 5 10 seconds before removing the release paper TRANSFER APPLICATION When you fail to make a successful transfer you can wonder Is it the machine s fault or the transfer wrong settings or what FIRST THE BASICS 1 Be sure to set the heat transfer machine to the transfer manufacturer s recommended Temperature Time and Pressure settings If you don t have these specifications contact your transfer supplier for this infor mation and any other special application instructions as many of the new High Tech transfers require significantly different settings and or application techniques than those from years past 2 When you start up your press for the first time each day preheat the pad for a minute If the press has sat for 3 5 minutes without use be sure to preheat the pad for 10 15 seconds before loading the shirt or making the first transfer 3 After the shirt is positioned and centered on the preheated pad pre press the shirt for 3 seconds to take the wrinkles out and more impor tantly release any excess moisture out of the T shirt fabric which can reduce the chance of a successful transfer 4 With all of the above recommendations try making a transfer 5 If successful great You are on your way to making some serious money with your transfer machine 6 If you have an area that isn t transferring completely or as you would like it to follow these steps to determine the proble
6. e ATTENTION Afin d viter des choques lectriques teindre la machine avant d ouvir 2 Remove wire 26 from terminal 2 on relay 3 Loosen terminal 1 on relay and replace wire 26 along with wire 12 under terminal 1 4 Tighten the connection 5 Plug machine in and turn the power switch on NOTE Replace the relay if the machine starts heating This is a test only Do not operate machine with relay bypassed MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION Every 6 months add one to two drops of 3 in 1 oil available at hardware stores to the joints of all moving parts CLEANING HEAT PLATEN Clean the heat platen with steel wool scrubbing aluminum sponge or fine wire brush
7. e A and B and screw on feet or affix self adhesive rubber feet provided Wood Base CAUTION Handle must be tied to base before moving or shipping ATTENTION Immobiliser la poign e avant de trasporter 2 Carefully cut tape wrap holding machine closed 3 Plug the machine into the correct grounded electrical outlet WARNING When using an extension cord use 12 or 14 ga 3 conductor Maximum length 25 7 762 m ATTENTION Utiliser des ralonges d au moins 12 a 14 ga 3 phases longueur maximale de 7 7 m tres NOTES 11 TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Before making repairs be sure on off switch is off and machine is unplugged Machine doesn t open at the end of time cycle Does the lower casting drop down at the end of the time cycle Remove the back of the machine Check voltage to the air solenoid to and check for binding in the double be sure voltage drops when timer links Lubricate if necessary reaches zero If voltage does not drop Replace the controller Check small return spring inside that attaches to the double links to see if it is broken or unattached Call Technical Service Machine jerks or flies open at the end of time cycle Adjust flow control on air reservoir Problem solved Problem solved Call Technical Service Customer Service Tech Sheets are available for this step Visit www hixcorp com to print or call 620 231 8568 and we will send
8. item at no cost during this period subject to the limitations of insurance and shipping costs stated below In the case of heat transfer presses except the Hobby Lite HIX warrants the heat casting for the Life of the machine for the original purchaser If a part becomes obsolete at the time for repair and or cannot be reasonably substituted for HIX will credit at half the then current list price or last recorded price only that part toward a new machine or any product HIX offers This credit offer shall be the sole responsibility of the HIX Corporation in the event of an obsolete part This warranty does not cover belts pads mug wraps canvas rubber blankets bulbs glass rod ends turn buckles on printers or damages due to accident misuse abuse alterations or damage due to neglect shipping or lack of proper lubrication or maintenance HIX shall not be responsible for repairs or alterations made by any person without the prior written authorization by HIX This warranty is the sole and exclusive warranty of HIX and no person agent distributor or dealer of HIX is authorized to change amend or modify the terms set forth herein in whole or in part In the case of a problem with the equipment identified herein HIX Corporation should be con tacted during regular business hours to discuss the problem and verify an existing warranty HIX personnel will assist the customer to correct any problems which can be corrected through operation o
9. m e Try increasing the pressure on the machine by 10 20 e Recheck your temperature required and the press readout You may want to increase the temperature 10 degrees e Try increasing the application time by 2 4 seconds e If after trying these things there is still a specific area say over in one corner of the transfer that isn t coming out as you would like it to then try the same type transfer on a scrap shirt but rotate the transfer 180 degrees changing the failure location If after doing this the problem area is in the same physical location on the ma chine then you probably have a problem with the pad or possibly a warped platen if the machine has ever overheated severely On the other hand if the transfer failed in the same area on the transfer af ter changing the location of where the problem had previously been occurring then you most likely have a problem with the transfer or its application settings Temperature Time or Pressure and you should contact your transfer supplier to discuss the problem Following these basic guidelines can help you be more successful with each and every transfer REPAIRS RELAY BYPASS WARNING Before making repairs be sure ON OFF switch is OFF and machine is unplugged ATTENTION Eteindre la machine avant de faire des r parations 1 Remove the back cover of the machine WARNING To prevent posible electrical shock unplug the machine before removing cover to servic
10. r maintenance instructions simple mechanical adjustments or replacement of parts In the event the problem cannot be corrected by phone and upon the issuance of a return authorization by HIX the equipment shall be returned to HIX or an authorized service representative All insurance packaging and shipment freight costs are solely the responsibility of the customer and not that of HIX and HIX shall not be responsible for improper packaging handling or damage in transit Contact HIX customer service for complete return authorization information Correct shipping boxes are available from HIX This expressed warranty is given in lieu of any and all other warranties whether expressed or implied including but not limited to those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and constitutes the only warranty made by HIX Corporation In no event shall HIX s liability for breach of warranty extend beyond the obligation to repair or replace the nonconforming goods HIX shall not be liable for any other damages either incidental or consequential or the action as brought in contract negligence or otherwise This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state ml h Baa CORPORATION Manufacturers of the Finest Quality Textile and Graphics Screen Printing and Heat Transfer Equipment 1201 E 27th Terrace Pittsburg KS 66762 U S A Web site www hixcorp com Phone 80
11. s be sure on off switch is off and machine is unplugged Machine will not stay closed Can the air pressure be set at the wo desired level ces Check the air compressor for proper operation See compressor manual Does lower casting raise when machine is closed Does the counter start io counting down when the machine is closed Replace Problem solved Wo Inspect main arm for structural cracks Hold the machine closed Are there any air leaks Call Technical Q seve Replace defective air Remove the back of lines fittings air spring the machine Attach a or source of air leak VOM meter to wires leading to the air solenoid Close the machine Problem solved Is the voltage near 120 volts Problem solved Check micro switch adjustment Problem solved 220 for 220 volt machines Replace Close the machine Problem solved air solenoid Does timer count down Wo Adjust or replace Call micro switch Technical Service Problem solved Customer Service Tech Sheets are available for this step Visit www hixcorp com to print or call 620 231 8568 and we will send you one Parts ordering is available on line 9 TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Before making repairs be sure on off switch is off and machine is unplugged WE aa Little or Overheats no heat Is power light on Does heat light remain on constantly when overheating
12. ten 3 Position the transfer in the desired location on the substrate NOTE The transfer image should be mirrored before transferring except when transferring to substrates where the image shows through i e glass tiles and cutting boards TIP When transferring double sided or sublimation transfers to garments always place a sheet of transfer paper or a PTFE sheet between the layers of the garments to avoid bleed through or reheating of the applied transfer TIP When sublimating to tiles and or cutting boars first place a tile blanket or felt pad on lower platen second the transfer third the substrate and finally a PTFE blanket or transfer paper to protect the upper platen 4 Swing the upper heat platen over the lower platen A stop is installed for perfect alignment between the upper and lower platen 5 Pull the handle down until the handle locks 6 Continuously peel the paper off the transfer and garment NOTE Do not fold the transfer back on itself Successful transfer work depends on the correct balance of time temperature and pressure The type and thickness of the material and the kind of transfer being used will determine what settings are necessary Specific application instructions are enclosed with transfers For hot peel split transfers immediately peel the paper after the machine has opened DO NOT allow the transfer to cool For cold peel transfers rub the transfer with an eraser or cloth and allow to
13. ushing the on off switch 2 Tochange or set the temperature press the menu button on the digital control The light next to TEMP will light Press the up A or down F button to your desired setting 3 To change or set the time press the menu button on the digital control The light next to TIME will light Press the up A or down Y button to your desired setting 4 When you have your desired settings press the menu button a third time to lock in your settings otherwise the previous settings will still be used 5 Wait for the machine to reach your preset temperature by monitoring the display temperature until it matches the set temperature Daily cycle is displayed by holding the up key while powering up It will continue to display counts up to 9999 while the up key is pressed When the key is released it goes to regular mode To reset the daily count press the down key while still holding the up key 3 AUTO SHUT OFF FEATURE NOTE This machine is programmed from the factory to turn the heat off after 3 hours of non use One Minute before the machine is going into Auto Shut Down mode the controller will BEEP five times to alert the operator that the machine is about to shut the heat off If nothing is done then in one minute the display on the controller will show OFF and the machine will start to cool down To circumvent from shutting the heat off or to reactivate the heat from the
14. you one Parts ordering is available on line 10 RECEIVING amp INSTALLATION 4 Supply a clean void of oils and dry void of water air source of 100 125 P S I 6 8 8 5 bar to the 1 4 NPT air inlet located on the left side panel as viewed from the front of the machine Requires 1 1 2 to 2 CFM It is strongly recommended that an external air filter and water trap be installed at the machine s air inlet connection Compressed air is dirty It has stuff primarily moisture residues from oil and smoke and whatever else is in the air Compressors or shop air may have filtered air and or an AIR DRYER after the compressor IF your air is not filtered and dried YOU MUST FILTER THE AIR and REMOVE THE WATER AND STUFF FROM THE AIR before putting it in most air operated machines including our press There are small valves and ports that can become blocked from moisture and residue in compressed air causing your press to malfunction An external air filter and water trap must be installed at the machine s air inlet connection if your air is not filtered Damage to the machine s internal air operated components can occur that will not be covered under warranty Combination air filter water traps are available at any major hardware store or may be purchased directly from HIX part 71145 OPERATION Digital Display For p Class D Models DIGITAL TEMPERATURE amp TIME INSTRUCTIONS 1 Turn onthe machine by p
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