Habasit PQ-58 User Manual - Pq-58
Operating instructions 36007
Hot-pressing device
PQ-58
Page 6 of20
Edition: 04/0312
Subject to alterations
2.
Mode of operation
The hot-pressing device PQ-58 functions according to the pressing-tongs principle: To open the heating
plates pressed together by springs, apply substantial pressure to both handles.
The hot-pressing device PQ-58 operates at a pressing temperature of 190 °C / 374 °F, preset at the factory.
The temperature of the heating plates is regulated by an electronic circuit. Each heating plate comes with an
exchangeable electric heat cartridge, the lower heating plate also with a temperature sensor, the upper
heating plate with a thermofuse. The function of the hot-pressing device is indicated with a light indicator in
the handle.
3. Initial
start-up
Check to make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate (5) conforms to the electrical
connection voltage.
Check to make sure that the metal heating plates (4) are clean.
Check
temperature of the heating plate. The temperature is preset at the factory at 190 °C / 374 °F.
If a lower temperature is required, the temperature regulator can be adjusted accordingly (see 5.2,
Measuring of the plate temperature).
INDICATION
Safe operation is assured if the marked handle (1) with the light indicator (2) is
facing up (cable connection on the upper handle).
For stationary operation, place hot-pressing device PQ-58 on a solid and heat-resistant support.
WARNING
Do not hang up hot-pressing device by the electrical connecting cable!
During work breaks, while hot-pressing device is connected, put it on a flat surface
with the marked side facing up.