HIX TT-110E Installation Manual

WARRANTY

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 W ARRANTY and keep
in a safe place to provide verifi cation of your warranty should a problem occur. Thank you.

Please fi ll in the following information and attach a copy of your receipt for your records.
Date Purchased: From:
Model #: Serial #:

This warranty applies to equipment manufactured by the HIX Corporation (HIX), Pittsburg, Kan­sas, 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 Ex­posure Units against defects in workmanship and material, except for wear and tear for a period of
“One Y ear” 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 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 identifi ed 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
or 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 fi tness 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 specifi c legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.

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: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail] • E-Mail: [e-mail]

(Effective September 1, 2010)

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©2010 HIX Corp.

PLEASE READ BEFORE UNPACKING

TT-110E

Fluorescent Table Top

Exposure Units

OWNER’S MANUAL

TT-110E shown

For Customer Service, Call 1-800-835-0606

or Visit www.hixcorp.com

CONTENTS

Installation & Setup 2
Loading Screen 3
Expose Screen 4
Determining Exposure Time 4
Optimum Exposing Time Chart 5
Glass Cleaning 6
Bulb Replacement 6
Troubleshooting 7
Warranty 8

BEFORE warranty repair you MUST get Prior Authorization:

70419 RV C_101810

INSTALLATION & SETUP

Congratulations, you have purchased our quality , economical

TT-110E exposure unit. Please read this manual and follow
these few simple steps for years of trouble free use.

CAUTION: Before installing or operating the unit be sure to read

these instructions thoroughly. Disconnect all electric power before
performing maintenance on the unit. Never operate this equip­ment with the power supply cover removed. If you fi nd that this
should be necessary, contact a licensed electrician. Make sure
the circuit for this unit is well grounded.

WARNING: ULTRA VIOLET LIGHT CAN CAUSE SKIN AND EYE

IRRITATION OR BLINDNESS. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO
YOUR EYES AND SKIN, AL W A YS USE THE DRAPE AND AVOID
DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE LAMP WHILE IT IS ON.

Installation

1. Carefully cut or tear corners of box. Then carefully remove expo­sure unit from its shipping container.

2. Place exposure unit on a level surface close to the wall circuit to
be used.

3. Unwrap and discard packing materials (DO NOT USE KNIFE OR
CUT). Save the 15”x15” weight block.

4. Check unit over for any transportation damage and make sure all
foreign objects, such as packing material, have been removed.
Clean top side of glass and rubber drape to remove any dust.

5. Carefully lift glass and remove foam pad.

Setup

1. Plug in your unit to your power source and turn on power
switch.

WARNING: When using an extension cord, use 14 ga.-3 conductor.

Maximum length, 25’ (7.62m).

TROUBLESHOOTING

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MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS

OPERATION

Glass Cleaning or Bulb Replacement

In order to maintain short exposure times, keep the unit’s ex-

posure glass clean. Dusting is usually suffi cient. If more clean-
ing is required use a soft cloth moistened with alcohol. A dusty
environment will require more cleaning.

NOTE: Do not use “wax” glass cleaners.
When you notice your exposure times getting longer or if the lamp

fails to operate, check the Troubleshooting Chart on page 7.

To clean back side of glass or replace bulbs:

1. Carefully lift front of glass from the gasket (leave back of glass
resting on its gasket).

2. Remove old bulb, Insert new bulb.

3. Carefully replace the glass as it was before.

4. Clean underside and lay back down carefully.

WARNING: To lift glass use fl exible (non rigid) item such as

putty knife. If you lift the glass, do so carefully so as to not
scratch or break the glass. Never use a screwdriver or hard
object.

Loading Screen

1. Tape fi lm positive, to the coated screen frame and place in center
of glass, mesh side down. Maximum screen size 23” x 31”.

NOTE: When using wood frames with tape and staples, be sure to

tape over tape and staples to prevent damage to glass.

2. Place foam pad inside of the frame. (photo 1)

photo 1

3. Place rubber drape over the screen & entire glass area.
(photo 2)

photo 2

WARNING: During operation, make sure the glass is covered on all

sides to prevent UV light exposure to eyes or skin.

photo 3

4. Place wood block over the top of foam to force the foam down
onto the screen mesh. (photo 3)

If additional weight is required, place weight on top of wood block.
NOTE: Weight not to exceed 5 lbs or damage to glass may occur.

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OPERATION

Expose Screen
NOTE: Read your emulsions exposure instructions.

1. Set for the optimum exposing time for the screen you are going
to expose. See “Determining Your Optimum Exposure Time”
below or your fi lled in chart on page 5 if you have already de-
termined your exposing time.

2. Turn the main power switch “ON” and start the hand timer.

3. At the end of the set exposure time as indicated by the timer
beeping, you can turn off the power switch, remove the weight­ed board, rubber drape, foam block and the exposed screen.

Determining Your Optimum Exposure Time
NOTE: This procedure should be followed for each new emulsion

type, new mesh count or mesh type (i.e. yellow, orange, white).
This procedure should also be followed periodically since the bulb
intensity will lessen with age.

Exposure Calculator (Preferred Method)

See your emulsion supplier for an exposure calculator and follow

their instructions.

By Step Trial Method

Expose dried coated screen in 1 minute intervals as follows:

1. Place cardboard sheet between positive and glass leaving ap­proximately 2” of positive exposed. After 1 minute, move card­board approximately 2” more and now expose for 1 minute. Then
move cardboard a 3rd time approximately 2” expose once again.
Repeat at least to 4 minutes. Now you have 4 expose areas of
1, 2, 3 and 4 minutes.

2. Inspect your newly exposed screen for proper exposure.

Underexposed: results in weak stencil with poor emulsion adhe-

sion and reduced resistance to printing inks and wash up solvents.
Overexposed: results in loss of fi ne detail.

3. Once you have determined the proper exposure for your emulsion
type fi ll in the chart provided at end of this manual as a ready
reference. This will save you time in the future.

OPERATION

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