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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.
+<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]
+
+== Troubleshooting ==
+* Not cutting all the way through material
+** Increase cut pressure
+** If pressure has to be increased by 50 to 60 gf, replace the blade
+* Material is ripping/curling when cut
+** Replace blade
+* Cuts not being made cleanly
+** Clean the blade holder cap
+** If problems persist, replace the blade holder
+** Blade might be dull and need to be replaced
+* Blade protector is scratched and not cutting cleanly
+** Replace blade protector
+
+== Maintenance ==
+Most of the maintenance on the vinyl is incurred by use of the machine, instead of periodically.
+{| class="wikitable"
+!Maintenance Procedure
+!Frequency
+!Done By
+|-
+|Cleaning Machine
+|When parts are visibly dirty and after periods of heavy use
+|Student
+|-
+|Changing Blade
+|When needed
+|Ace
+|-
+|Changing/cleaning Blade Holder
+|When needed
+|Ace
+|-
+|Changing Blade Protector
+|When needed
+|Ace
+|}
+Turn machine off before performing any maintenance.
+
+Cleaning Machine:
+<figure-inline>[[File:Vinyl cutter maintenance.jpg|423x423px]]</figure-inline>
+# Grit Rollers
+## Wipe away any accumulated grime
+# Display
+## Wipe clean with a dry cloth
+# Pinch Rollers
+## Remove any build up material with a brush, do not use a metal brush
+# General wipedown
+## Wipe down machine with a wet cloth
+Changing Blade: