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Hazards<\/h2>
\"Hot
Hot Surface<\/div>
There are extremely hot surfaces exposed during the typical operation of this machine. Extreme caution is to be used at all times. You may wish to wear heat-proof gloves when loading and removing mat <\/div><\/div><\/div>
\"PPE
Heat Proof Gloves<\/div>
Heat proof gloves (bright yellow and black, in the PPE cupboard) are available to be worn when loading and unloading material from the heat press. This is to protect against the heating surfaces and from potentially overheated materials. <\/div><\/div><\/div>
\"Gear
Pinch Points and Entrapment Hazard<\/div>
Ensure you do not become trapped in the machine when opening and closing the heat press platten. There are several points in the hinges where fingers may be caught. <\/div><\/div><\/div>
\"General
Spring Loaded Handles and Platten<\/div>
Make sure that you hold both handles firmly when opening and closing the heat press platten. The handles are spring loaded. <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

Pressing a design onto fabric<\/h2>\n\n\n\n