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## Continue this process until the graphic is completely applied and all air bubbles are removed
 
## Continue this process until the graphic is completely applied and all air bubbles are removed
 
# Peel the transfer paper from the material, in the same manner as the backing of the vinyl was peeled off
 
# Peel the transfer paper from the material, in the same manner as the backing of the vinyl was peeled off
<nowiki>*</nowiki>Stickers do not have to be immediately applied to a surface. The process can be stopped at step 4a of Transferring the Graphic, and applied later in a similar manner. Using the squeegee to apply is also optional but may result in a less polished final product.
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<nowiki>*</nowiki>Stickers do not have to be immediately applied to a surface. The process can be stopped at step 4.1 of Transferring the Graphic, and applied later in a similar manner. Using the squeegee to apply is also optional but may result in a less polished final product.
    
== Certification ==
 
== Certification ==
 
[https://foxtale.georgefox.edu/moodle/course/view.php?id=31423 Foxtale Quiz]
 
[https://foxtale.georgefox.edu/moodle/course/view.php?id=31423 Foxtale Quiz]
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== Troubleshooting ==
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* Not cutting all the way through material
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** Increase cut pressure
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** If pressure has to be increased by 50 to 60 gf, replace the blade
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* Material is ripping/curling when cut
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** Replace blade
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* Cuts not being made cleanly
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** Clean the blade holder cap
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** If problems persist, replace the blade holder
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** Blade might be dull and need to be replaced
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* Blade protector is scratched and not cutting cleanly
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** Replace blade protector
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== Maintenance ==
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Most of the maintenance on the vinyl is incurred by use of the machine, instead of periodically.
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{| class="wikitable"
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!Maintenance Procedure
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!Frequency
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!Done By
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|-
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|Cleaning Machine
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|When parts are visibly dirty and after periods of heavy use
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|Student
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|-
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|Changing Blade
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|When needed
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|Ace
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|-
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|Changing/cleaning Blade Holder
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|When needed
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|Ace
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|-
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|Changing Blade Protector
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|When needed
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|Ace
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|}
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Turn machine off before performing any maintenance.
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Cleaning Machine:
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<figure-inline>[[File:Vinyl cutter maintenance.jpg|423x423px]]</figure-inline>
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# Grit Rollers
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## Wipe away any accumulated grime
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# Display
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## Wipe clean with a dry cloth
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# Pinch Rollers
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## Remove any build up material with a brush, do not use a metal brush
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# General wipedown
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## Wipe down machine with a wet cloth
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Changing Blade:
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