Keys To Excellent Heat Transfer Application

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Keys To Excellent Heat Transfer Application

• Quality Heat Transfer
• Reliable Heat Press
• Sound Application Process

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Key Points To Success

• Find the right heat transfer product for your
  substrate to achieve long lasting results-
• Speak with a customer service representative
  for guidance.
• Invest in a reliable heat press with consistent
  temperature and even pressure for
• successful application.
• Follow recommended application instructions-not
  adhering to manufacturers
• application instructions may cause poor
  results and application failure.
• Follow the application guidelines on our
  website www.instagraph.com.

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Pre-Production Suggestions

• Adjust time, temperature and pressure settings
  on heat press according to recommended
• heat transfer application instructions-Instruc
  tions are product specific.
• Test heat transfer on production fabric prior
  to production to make sure the two are
• compatible and to ensure you are yielding the
  desired results.
• Do not wash test for at least 24 hours after
  application. Do not rub freshly applied
• transfers against each other.
• Standard wash test instructions Turn garment
  inside out - Wash in cold water
• with non-bleach detergent - Tumble dry on
  low heat.

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Transfer Comparison Chart
Make sure to confirm that the transfer you are
using is compatible with your substrate.
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Application Process
Set time, temperature, and pressure on heat press
according to recommended heat transfer
instructions.
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Application Process
Open heat press and carefully place the substrate
on/over the lower platen.
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Application Process
Place transfer ink side down in the desired
position on the substrate and engage the heat
press.
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Application Process
Disengage the heat press when the cycle has
finished and peel carrier paper off as
recommended by manufacturer. For Hot Peel
transfers, peel carrier paper immediately. For
Cold Peeltransfers, let transfer cool
completely before peeling carrier paper.
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Application Process
The application process is complete!
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Tips for Success

• Keep upper platen clean use mineral spirits
  and a soft cloth before turning your
• press on. Heat press should be cool before
  cleaning.
• Use Teflon cover to protect silicone pad from
  wear and tear.
• Drain air compressor regularly (applies to
  pneumatic machines only).
• Store heat transfers in a cool, dry place, away
  from direct sunlight.
• Keep air tight packaging sealed until transfers
  are ready to be used.
• Grease your machine regularly follow
  instructions in your operational manual.

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The Perfect Heat Transfer Application
When applied properly, heat transfers
should adhere to the substrate and maintain
durability through numerous washings. Following
the tips in this presentation will guide you in
achieving the perfect heat transfer application.
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Technology Worldwide.
Thank you for your support and please feel free
to contact a customer service representative for
further assistance.
1.800.421.6971 www.instagraph.com