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CL-TrimFree-1Step

APPLICATION TIPS

Pre-Press Shirt

To remove moisture and bring
the shirt to the correct pressing
temperature it is critical that the shirt
is pre-pressed prior to applying the
transfer.

Pressure
TrimFree, as with all transfer papers
for light shirts, requires Maximum
pressure. Using maximum pressure
will ensure the transfer paper will peel
correctly and increase the washability
of the design.

Peeling
It is important to wait 7 to 10 seconds
prior to peeling the transfer. Do not
remove the shirt from the press prior
to peeling, doing so will cause the
transfer to cool too quickly making the
transfer difficult to peel.

When peeling, use a slow and consistent motion.

DO NOT Cover your transfer with Teflon when pressing TrimFree.

Fabric Types – 7 to 10 Second Wait Time
TrimFree will work well on cotton,
cotton blends and polyester. Most
t-shirt fabrics only require a 7 second
wait period prior to peeling, heavier
fabrics such as sweat shirt material
usually require the full 10 seconds.

Because there is such a wide variety
to different fabrics we suggest you
test your material to determine the
best wait time.

 

 

Paper Mode
For the fuser to properly fuse the
toner to the paper we suggest using
Heavy Paper or Label Mode. You
may need to test 2 or 3 different
settings to find the best setting for
your printer. To check for good toner
adhesion, run your finger across the
printed image. If any toner transfers
to your finger you should set your
paper mode setting on your print
driver to a heavier setting.

Loading and Exit Tray
TrimFree should be printed using
the by-pass tray. If your printer has
a rear exit door that will allow the
paper to exit straight out the back we
suggest you test the paper using this
configuration.

Suitable Graphics
TrimFree works best with graphics and
designs that have solid colors such as
corporate logos or plain type.
TrimFree is best suited for logos or
graphics, if you are printing large
square images or photographs we
suggest using CL 135.

Printers/Copiers Tested
OKI DATA: Recommended
CANON: Recommened
XEROX: Recommended
SAMSUNG: Recommended
RICOH: Recommended
HP: Not Recommended
BROTHER: Not Recommended

Although testing has been done on the above
brands of printers, it is recommended that
you do your own testing due to the many
different models in the market.

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CL-TrimFree-1Step

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Step By Step

Step 1
Feed material into laser
printer so that the
printer is printing on the
printable side (white
matte coated side).

Step 2
Design your image and
and resize if necessary.

Step 3
Prepress fabric for
5-10 seconds.

Step 4
Place imaged
CL TrimFree on fabric
with image face down.

Step 5
Heat apply the transfer
onto the shirt. Press
at 330-340F at 25-30
seconds. Use maximum pressure.

Step 6
Do not remove fabric
from heat press. Peel
transfer off warm. Wait
approximately 7-10
seconds before peeling.

Step 7
Repress imaged t-shirt
for 30 seconds at 330F
using enclosed silicon
sheet. This will seal the
coating to allow better
wash resistance.

APPLICATION

Printer: Laser Non-Oil
Recommended Paper Mode: Heavy or Label mode
Image: Mirror
Press Time: 25-30 sec.
Temperature: 330-340F (165-170C)
Pressure: Maximum
Peel: Warm (wait 7-10 seconds)
Wash Temp.: Up to 105F (40C )

* All technical information and recommendations are based on tests we have conducted.
Users should conduct their own tests before proceeding.

NOTES

Recommended Fabrics                                                      
White or Light Colored
100% cotton
100% polyester
Poly/cotton blends
Polyester knits
Polyester mesh
Poly/foam & cotton caps
Satin

Accessories Required
Computer, Color Laser Printer, Heat Press.

Printable side
The printable side is the white matte
Coated side.

Care Instructions
Wait 24 hours before washing.
Machine wash using mild detergent.
Do not use bleach or other aggressive
cleaning agents. Cannot be dry
cleaned. Wash Temperature cannot
exceed 105F.

Pressure Settings
To ensure that the coating has
properly fused with the fabric,
we recommend to use maximum
pressure. If this paper is applied with
inadequate pressure, the transfer will
not wash well.

Peeling
This paper is to be peeled warm.
Peeling should occur 7-10 seconds
after pressing. Also if you have
difficulties peeling the backing off the
shirt, while the fabric is hot, gently tug
on the sides of the shirt, the backing
will “pop” right out. Depending on
fabric and toner coverage, wait time
before peeling will vary. Test before
commerical production.

Storage
CL TrimFree has an indefinite shelf
life when stored at room temperature.
Keep away from direct heat, sunlight
and humidity.

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CL-TrimFree-1Step (FOR USE WITH FOIL)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS (1 OF 2)

Step By Step

Step 1
Feed material into laser
printer so that the
printer is printing on the
printable side (white
matte coated side).

Step 2
It is recommended to
use black only when
doing foil. Design your
black only image and
and resize if necessary

Step 3
Prepress fabric for
5-10 seconds.

Step 4
Place imaged
CL TrimFree on fabric
with image face down.

Step 5
Heat apply the transfer
onto the shirt. Press
at 330-340F at 25-30
seconds. Use maximum pressure.

Step 6
Do not remove fabric
from heat press. Peel
transfer off warm. Wait
approximately 7-10
seconds before peeling.

APPLICATION

Printer: Laser Non-Oil
Recommended Paper Mode: Heavy or Label mode
Image: Mirror
Press Time: 25-30 sec.
Temperature: 330-340F (165-170C)
Pressure: Maximum
Peel: Warm (wait 7-10 seconds)
Wash Temp.: Up to 105F (40C )

* All technical information and recommendations are based on tests we have conducted.
Users should conduct their own tests before proceeding.

NOTES

Recommended Fabrics                                                      
White, Light, or Dark colored:
100% cotton
100% polyester
Poly/cotton blends
Polyester knits
Polyester mesh
Poly/foam & cotton caps
Satin

Accessories Required
Computer, Color Laser Printer, Heat Press.

Printable side
The printable side is the white matte
Coated side.

Care Instructions
Wait 24 hours before washing.
Machine wash using mild detergent.
Do not use bleach or other aggressive
cleaning agents. Cannot be dry
cleaned. Wash Temperature cannot
exceed 105F.

Pressure Settings
To ensure that the coating has
properly fused with the fabric,
we recommend to use maximum
pressure. If this paper is applied with
inadequate pressure, the transfer will
not wash well.

Peeling
This paper is to be peeled warm.
Peeling should occur 7-10 seconds
after pressing. Also if you have
difficulties peeling the backing off the
shirt, while the fabric is hot, gently tug
on the sides of the shirt, the backing
will “pop” right out. Depending on
fabric and toner coverage, wait time
before peeling will vary. Test before
commerical production.

Storage
CL TrimFree has an indefinite shelf
life when stored at room temperature.
Keep away from direct heat, sunlight
and humidity.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS, SEE PAGE BELOW

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CL-TrimFree-1Step (FOR USE WITH FOIL)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS (2 OF 2)

Step By Step

Step 7
Once you have pressed
your TrimFree image
onto fabric, place foil on
top of the transfer with
colored side face up.

Step 8
Press at 330-340F at
25-30 seconds. Use
maximum pressure.

Step 9
Carefully peel the foil off
cold using a consistent
and smooth motion.

Step 10
Repress imaged t-shirt
for 30 seconds at 330F
using enclosed silicon
sheet. This will seal the
foil to allow better wash
resistance.

APPLICATION

Application: Foil
Fabric Color: White, Light, or Dark colored Fabrics
Recommended image: All black
Press Time: 25-30 sec.
Temperature: 330-340F (165-170C)
Pressure: Maximum
Peel: Cold
Wash Temp.: Up to 105F (40C )

* All technical information and recommendations are based on tests we have conducted.
Users should conduct their own tests before proceeding.

NOTES

Recommended Fabrics                                                      
White, Light, or Dark colored:
100% cotton
100% polyester
Poly/cotton blends
Polyester knits
Polyester mesh
Poly/foam & cotton caps
Satin

Accessories Required
Computer, Color Laser Printer,
Heat Press.  Imaged CL TrimFree
fabric, Foil.

Recommended image
It is recommened to use a full black
image.

This will ensure consistent
foil color and that the foil is applied
evenly across the whole image.

In addition, having an all black image
will allow you to be able to see where
the foil will be applied before pressing.




Care Instructions
Wait 24 hours before washing.
Machine wash using mild detergent.
Do not use bleach or other aggressive
cleaning agents. Cannot be dry
cleaned. Wash Temperature cannot
exceed 105F.

Pressure Settings
To ensure that the foil has properly
fused with the fabric, we recommend to
use maximum pressure. If this paper is
applied with inadequate pressure, the
foil may not stick to fabric.

Peeling
The foil is to be peeled cold. If it is
peeled warm or hot, some of the gold
foil may not stick entirely onto the
imaged CL TrimFree Transfer.

Storage
CL TrimFree Foil has an indefinite shelf
life when stored at room temperature.
Keep away from direct heat, sunlight
and humidity. Be careful not to unroll
the foil before using as it may be
difficult to reroll.

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