[wing_signs]

I have purchased a used heat press to expand my sign business. It seems to be in good shape however it has a brown rectangular shape on the heat platen. Which is no doubt residue form previous transfers. What is the best way to clean this off?

Thanks
Chris

 

[badalou]

I use very fine steel wool. Do not use sandpaper. Also do not use a razor blade as it may cut into platten. You can use a little water with your steel wool but make sure it is not plugged in.

 

[wing_signs]

any chemical?

 

[badalou]

I don't use any chemicals. The steel wool should do the trick and make it nice and shiny. But, there is always a but. Be sure to clean the platten with clean cloth as it will leave residue from the steel wool. But cleans easy.

 

[jdr8271]

Steel wool would concern me, since the platen is coated in teflon that you dont want to remove.

I heat up the press, and then use a rag with water on it to clean it off.

As long as the residue isnt transfering onto the shirt tough; there is no reason to remove it.

 

[badalou]

your right. Mine is not teflon coated.

 

[Decal_Designs]

I have purchased a used heat press to expand my sign business. It seems to be in good shape however it has a brown rectangular shape on the heat platen. Which is no doubt residue form previous transfers. What is the best way to clean this off?

Thanks
Chris

Which press did you get? Do you now if it has a Teflon coating on the heat platen?

 

[suzieh]

I would post question on screenprinters.net too. You have an older press...and some there may be more familiar with clean up. Once it's clean, you might want to buy a teflon cover for bottom platen and teflon sheet as well. Shop around because the prices vary. Best price for teflon sheet was $10 for 16 x 20 at mclogan.com (they're local to me).