There are many variables to get right for a perfect cut to occur when working with heat transfer materials. It is always a good idea to run a test cut before cutting a design to make sure the type of blade, force, offset, and other variables are all optimal. The test cut allows the user to make sure the blade and force are properly calibrated to cut the material. To perform a test cut, make sure that your media is loaded properly and simply hit the “Test” button. The machine will then cut a small design: a circle with a box inside of it, and a cross inside of the box. If the blade and force are at the right settings, the circle and cross can be weeded away, leaving just the box with the cross cut out of it. If the test cut weeds perfectly, you are ready to cut your design!
Thinner Media = 45* Blade, Low Force, Low Offset
Thicker Media = 65* Blade, High Force, High Offset
