Crystal print process, Crystal – Xpres Crystal Print User Manual

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Plug Crystal Print machine into the mains and lift the lid. (note: ensure machine is level before proceeding)

Turn on the Power and Lamp switches only. Set the timer dial below to one minute.

The Crystal Print films are 3 ply. They have 2 protective backings on, one on each side. Prior to printing remove the
easier to peel clear film (smooth feel) from one side of the media. If it is the frosted backing (rough feel) this is the wrong
side to print onto.

Insert one sheet at a time into the printer and print your design using the CorelDRAW templates provided on the Crystal
Print CD. Print does not need to be mirrored.

Position film on Crystal Print machine, print side face up.

Open the Film to Crystal glue. Sparingly form an upside down 'T' shape on the film as illustrated in yellow on diagram 1
below. Note: Ensure the layer of adhesive on the film is not too thick.

Once the Film to Crystal glue has been applied to the film, angle the crystal at a 45° angle as in Diagram 2.

Gently angle the crystal downwards using a little pressure to avoid air bubbles being formed between the crystal and
film.

Ensure the whole crystal is covered with adhesive. You can move the crystal around on top of the print to ensure
an even coverage.

Once you have the correct position wipe any excess adhesive from around the edges of the crystal. Now gently pull the
lid of the crystal machine down. The UV lamps will automatically turn on and the timer will automatically start.

Once the alarm sounds lift the lid.

Take the crystal off the machine and place on a cutting board. Using a sharp scalpel, angle the blade 45° and trim as
close as you can to the crystal using sufficient pressure to cut through the film.

Now using the same scalpel, trim the edges removing any excess adhesive off the crystal.

Now remove the frosted backing film from the crystal and clean. The crystal is now ready.