[tortellini76]

My heat press has been working fine fro the whole year I had it. Then one day it refuses to heat up. No prior warning. There were no "cool" spots or any problems before. Anyone know what may be wrong? I'd appreciate any advice. I've been researching for hours with nothing to show.
By the way, I don't see a brand name anywhere. But I assume they are all basically the same construction concept.

 

[Masterkoin]

What brand and model is yours?

 

[charles95405]

with no name on it...you probably have a Chinese press..I am sure not all the presses have the same parts, especially the electronics but the heating element should be close to the same. I would check to make sure that there is not a blown fuse either inline or internal. I am sure you checked, but is the circuit that it is plugged into working. It is not uncommon for a press to blow a circuit that is shared or low amps. Does the press have digital time/temp..if so do they light up ..also your on/off switch could be not working...several things you have to check if you don't have access to the vendor of the machine

 

[tortellini76]

I checked the fuse on the side, it's fine. The digital read out is working properly so is the timer. The only problem seems to be the lack of heat. I don't want to just junk it if there's a chance i can fix it. It probably is a Chinese made machine. I bought it off ebay when I was just getting into the t-shirt biz. Seemed like a good idea at the time. I am frustrated because it seems like there should be a way to fix it. I bought it from Nordale clothing on ebay. I messaged him but no response...go figure.

 

[lewisart]

I have the same problem. I purchased heat press from Nordale Clothing and it burned up 4 month after I bought it. Seller does not respond. I am now fighting it through my credit card company. Ebay should kick this guy out.

 

[proworlded]

Can you post a photo so we may see the machine?

 

[ozzyboxer]

ok i need help and i need it badly, i bought a brand new heat press of ebay and the seller of ebay and the seller has dissapered.. when i switch it on, i can the see the power light, meaning the electric is goin through but the no digital numbers are coming on anymore and its not heating up.. model number is HP5ZM and serial number is 1240.. i really need somone to help me out, ive spent wat too much already and machine is not working before i was about to advertise..

 

[proworlded]

Here again, a photo would really help to identify the machine.

 

[greyhorsewoman]

Not knowing the machine, I don't know if this helps, but the symptoms sound similar ... lights up but no heat. For us it was the relay switch. It was a simple fix, but you have to open it up and see if any of the connections looks 'fried.'

We were able temporarity get the bugger going by cleaning it up so it made connection, but a replacement is necessary for a permanent fix.

 

[penwork]

Do ant lights come on? Did you check the fuse?

 

[BillyV]

Cheap Presses don't always last... But if you would post a picture someone maty be able to help!

 

[mssweety1211]

have you had any luck with fixing your press? I am going dealing with the same issues now? It is not getting hot.

 

[Ultraviolent]

I have the same problem.

Bought the powerheatpress from Ebay, lasted 2 months and now comes on, but does not get hot.

I tried email, and phone but no response.

I took it apart and found a wire that had burned.

Here is how I got it working.

1. Unplug it and remove the power box panel from the back ( 4 screws )
2. remove the power box from the press ( 4 screws on the bottom and one on the side)
3. Remove the sticker from the front ( see image )
4. Remove the 4 screws that hold the board to the unit.
5. See the wire pointed out in the picture, it goes from one terminal to the next, its very thin. I replaced it with a slightly heavier guage wire and it seems to be ok ( knock on wood )

Hope this helps you guys, I was really pissed when this went out, and I will leave bad feedback on this item.http://www.ultraviolentgear.com/images/IMG_0293.JPG
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[Cookiegurl]

I have a 4 in 1 heat press. Model No. 10hpm006-gb006b-4l which heated up the first day and now I get nothing. I was sent a replacement panel but have no idea how to wire it or even take the one that is in completely out. I started unwiring it but stopped. Is there a manual or somewhere I can get some help with this problem. The sad thing is that I also purchased mine off of ebay. It's been sitting on my shelf for a year. PLEASE HELP.

 

[Ultraviolent]

If you can give me the contact info that replaced your circuit board I may be able to help. Mine got hot again, and two more wires have to be replaced.

 

[Cookiegurl]

I stated earlier that the replacement wasn't the same as the install one but I stand corrected. It is the same. I purchased it off of ebay from louis lau.209 kung um letter box on kum um road, yuen long hong kong. that is the info of where and who it came from. I see that they are located in meizhou china on N081 Yimin road in meizhou city. I was hoping to find the name of the store that it actually is located under. Even if i could find someone locally to do it if I couldn't would be a great help. I just don't know where to start. Thank You for taking time out to help me.

 

[Ultraviolent]

Hey,

If its the same board then you should just have to make sure its unplugged, cut the cord wires and splice and attach them with wire nuts. You might have to re-connect the switches, so mark the wire colors on the terminal connectors and take photos before you disconnect anything for reference.

I hope that is some help, if you can't do it yourself, I would imagine you can find an electronics store to replace it for less than $50.

Thanks for the info.

 

[Cookiegurl]

It probably would be easier to just pay someone. I should have marked the wires I disconnected to the panel so I would know where they go. You have been a big help. Thank you. Now all I have to do is find who does this where I am. Is it a specific type store that does this type work?

 

[Cookiegurl]

I think I will start in the yellow pages and start searching for the electronic stores or repair shops that might be able to help me. Thanks

 

[Flyshirt]

I'm having the same problems with the "power heat press". One of the wires connecting the heat platen to the main circuit board has burnt through. Will using guage wire as someone posted above solve this? I'm on phone so ill try and post the pics. Well it won't let me post pics, ill do it later but any help would be good.