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Welcome to Advantage Sign Supply's Application Resource Center.
These videos are intended to help Advantage customers with product information and technical
tips on the products and services we provide. In this presentation we will explain how to
set up the Optima Iron Grommet Press and make adjustments so that you get the most out of
your purchase. The Optima Iron Grommet Press is a very sturdy
and durable unit. It comes preassembled and only the handle and dies need to be installed
prior to use. In this video, we will be using #2 dies.
The first thing you will need to do is assemble the unit's handle.
Take the handle and align it with the two holes at the top of the press.
Insert the metal rod through the grommet press holes and the handle hole until it is through
to the other side. To keep it from moving around too much during
use, attach the included c-clamp on the left side, and push it down to secure it.
First loosen the upper and lower die shank set screws.
Next, place the lower washer die into place and tighten the set screw. The lower washer
die is slightly shorter and provides a platform for the washer to rest upon.
Then, insert the upper grommet die into the top shank and tighten the set screw. The upper
die will be larger and allows a grommet to "snap" into place.
Place your washer and grommet in the dies, push down on the handle and check see how
well the two pieces fit together. If the pieces do not fit together tight enough,
you will need to make some slight adjustments. To adjust, take the crescent wrench that is
provided and loosen the top nut. Move the adjustment screw up or down depending
upon what you are trying to accomplish: up for less force, down for more force.
After you have found the optimal setting for you substrate, retest with a scrap piece of
banner to make sure you are satisfied with the results.
The Optima Iron Grommet Press is a sturdy and well built unit, that offers great reliability.
It can also be mounted to a table or bench for increased stability.
Advantage sells a variety of grommets for our presses, including: Brass, Nickel, Black
Nickel, and White in a variety of sizes. Visit advantagesignsupply.com for more product
information, tips and tricks, and easy online ordering.