HIX HOBBY LITE Installation Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

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9”x12” Heat Transfer Machine

HOBBY LITE

Receiving and Shipping ............................................................................. 2

Installation and Preparation .......................................................................3

Pressure..................................................................................................... 3

Transfer Application ...................................................................................4

Maintenance & Repairs ............................................................................. 5

CONTENTS

BEFORE warranty repair you MUST get Prior Authorization:

Parts Identification (Exploded View / Parts List)..................................... 6-7

Warranty .................................................................................................... 8

(Effective January 1, 2007)

HIX will automatically register the equipment on the date it was shipped to you or your

WARRANTY

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 RE-

CEIPT 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: _____________________ From: _________________________________

This warranty applies to equipment manufactured by the HIX Corporation (HIX), Pittsburg,

Model #: ____________________________ Serial #: ________________________________

Kansas, U.S.A. HIX warrants to the original purchaser, its Conveyor Dryers, Heat Transfer

Presses, Mug Presses, Mug Glazer, Retensionable Screen Frames, Textile Printers, Spot

Heaters, and Exposure Units against defects in workmanship and material, except for wear

In the event of a defect, HIX, at its option, will repair, replace or substitute the defective item

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 pur-

chase. DoughXpress and Thermatrol products are covered under separate warranty.

In the case of heat transfer presses (except the Mug Press, Hobby Lite), HIX warrants the

at no cost during this period subject to the limitations of insurance and shipping costs stated

below.

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

This warranty does not cover belts, pads, mug wraps, mug press liners, canvas, rubber

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.

blankets, bulbs, glass, PTFE or finish, rod ends, turn buckles on printers, or mug press 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

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In the case of a problem with the equipment identified herein, HIX Corporation should be

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.

contacted during regular business hours to discuss the problem and verify an existing war-

ranty. HIX personnel will assist the customer to correct any problems which can be corrected

through operation or maintenance instructions, simple mechanical adjustments, or replace-

of the customer, and not that of HIX, and HIX shall not be responsible for improper handling or

ment 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 and shipment/freight costs are solely the responsibility

This expressed warranty is given in lieu of any and all other warranties, whether ex-

In no event shall HIX’s liability for breach of warranty extend beyond the obligation to repair

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which

damage in transit. HIX offers a reconditioning service and a core exchange/credit policy on

some models. HIX customer service personnel may be contacted for complete return authori-

zation and reconditioning information.

pressed 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.

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.

Manufacturers of the Finest Quality Textile and Graphics Screen Printing and Heat Transfer Equipment

vary from state to state.

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION

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DESCRIPTION

KNOB ( THERMOSTAT)9485411

PAD, SILICONE

Parts List

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KNOB

WASHER 5/16 USS ZP1668314BOLT 1/4-20 x 3/4 ZP1067847ASSM, HOBBY LITE ARM

Hobby Lite base Weldment

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WASHER, SQUARE , HAYSITE

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LIGHT, LED35173125

RESISTOR, 22K 1 WATT

DECAL TEMP 400 DEG

FUSE TERMINAL67660112.33

FUSE WIRE68497 HL fuse wire

CONNECTOR, BUTT 22-16GA

NUT HEX LOCK 1/4-20 NC ZP17111

CLAMP TOGGLE HL35211-3129

Decal, Pressure, PP35122131

SCREW ADJUSTMENT 3/8-16

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PLATEN, HOBBY LITE

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ITEM

Congratulations on your purchase of the Hobby Lite heat

transfer machine. Three simple variables are involved in the

process of transferring an image: pressure, temperature,

and time. Pressure is easily controlled and adjustable.

RECEIVING AND SHIPPING

INTRODUCTION

T emperature is as simple as setting your temperature

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control to the setting of your transfer.

Y our Hobby Lite is designed for utility and fun in the

application of heat applied graphics. The Hobby Lite is not

designed nor intended for high volume or commercial heat

press applications. The press is designed to tilt forward on

closing, if too much pressure is set. If you experience tilting

forward upon closing simply reduce the pressure

adjustment setting.

INSPECTION

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DO NOT RISK COSTLY SHIPPING DAMAGE!

SHIP ONLY IN ORIGINAL BOX. Another box may

be obtained by calling the number on the front of

After unpacking, inspect your machine for hidden shipping

damage. Contact the delivery company immediately , should

you find damage.

NOTE:Save all of your shipping/packing materials.

SHIPPING OR RETURNS

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Fold in flaps and seal the box.

1. Fasten machine to shipping base.

2. Make sure heat platen is securely clamped down.

3. Place in original box. Secure all original packing materials.

INSTALLATION

In order to prevent electrical shock, make sure that the

electrical cord does not come in contact with the heat platen

at any time.

1. 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’ (7.62 m).