Specifications

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2 Before you Get Started
2.1 Commit to Maintenance
Your DTG HM1 Kiosk represents a signicant investment, not only of your money but also of
your commitment to your new business opportunity with the DTG HM1 Kiosk.
Whilst the mechanics of the Kiosk are essentially the same as that of a normal inkjet printer,
printing on fabric is not the same as printing on paper. Fabric generates much more dust,
printing on fabrics requires a much greater volume of ink, and the white ink pre-treatment
can become airborne during spraying and can ingress into the HM1 Kiosk. Each of these
factors individually can cause problems with your DTG HM1 Kiosk, and in combination can be
critical to the ongoing operation of the HM1 Kiosk. All is not lost, however! A few minutes of
your time each day spent undertaking some basic maintenance tasks on the HM1 Kiosk will
ensure it’s continued optimal performance. Please refer to the sections within this User’s
Guide on Preventative Maintenance for further information.
2.2 Get to Know your Kiosk
Starting a new business or adding to your existing product line with the DTG HM1 Kiosk is a
very exciting, and potentially very profitable time. Don’t get too carried away though and
start accepting orders before you even have your printer. Allow plenty of time to become
familiar with your HM1 Kiosk and to learn not only the basics, but also the variables that can
impact on your finished product. These variables include image types, fabric types, your
operating environment, garment preparation, and curing of the garment. Thoroughly read
this manual, ask questions of your DTG Technician or Agent, talk to other users (see
www.dtgdigitalforums.com). Be prepared to ruin a few shirts. Be realistic about deadlines
when accepting orders and allow yourself sufficient time (and perhaps a couple of extra
garments) to complete the order.