T-Print Pretreatment when using white ink directions and warnings.
Please read all directions before using product. For professional use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Read MSDS before use.
Directions
T-Print™ Pretreat DARK is an odorless, non-toxic inkjet ink pretreatment designed to be used exclusively with white direct-to-garment textile Ink such at T-Print™ Bright White. Without this pretreatment on the garment white ink will not work correctly and will not be opaque or washfast.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION DIRECTIONS: This product can be applied with a mist sprayer, pump sprayer, airbrush or garden sprayer, etc. Excellent results are achieved with the Wagner® HVLP Control Spray available from most hardware stores Spray an even coat of pretreatment in the print location. Do not saturate the garment. Dry pretreatment using hair dryer, heat transfer press or conveyor dryer (see below). On darker garments, you can print on partially dry pretreatment for brighter colors and better washability. More pretreatment will help white ink appear brighter, reducing the number of print passes. Excess pretreatment may have a slight effect on washability.
DRYING PRETREATMENT: When using a heat transfer press to dry this pretreatment, DO NOT use a Teflon® sheet or silicone treated parchment paper to protect the garment and DO NOT clamp the press tight. Simply lower the head to set on top of the garment and use a plain paper (or non-silicone treated parchment) as a protective sheet. Press the shirt for 10 seconds at 330°F (165°C). Remove the pretreatment paper. Press the shirt for an additional 10 seconds. On medium garment colors you may have to press for an additional 5-10 seconds for a complete dry.
IMPORTANT: This pretreatment is designed for dark 100% cotton garments only. It may bleed slightly on 50/50 garments. It may turn slighly yellow on light colored garments that are exposed to sunlight (UV) prior to washing. For light or pastel colored shirts use T-Print™ Pretreat LIGHT.
RISK AND HANDLING: Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure or if swallowed. Do not breathe vapor/spray. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.Wear suitable protective clothing, vapor mask, gloves and eye / face protection. USE ADEQUATE VENTILATION WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT.
CURING FINISHED PRINT: Make sure to follow the curing recommendations for each specific brand of ink as they may vary. Good washability is a combination of proper application and drying of pretreatment and correct inkjet printer performance along with adequate curing of the inkjet ink.
WARNING: This pretreatment is designed to have a chemical reaction with all direct-to-garment white. It is VERY IMPORTANT that the print head does NOT touch a pretreated garment or this chemical reaction can take place in the print head and permanently clog it. Always check_the print head and garment clearance before printing.
STORAGE: Keep tightly capped in a cool, 50 - 100°F (19-38°C) area.
DISPOSAL: In accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations. Consult MSDS.
WASHABILITY: Wash garments inside out in cold water using a delicate setting on dryer.
WARRANTY: There is no warranty or implication of a warranty on this product. Results are not guaranteed. Wash tests must be performed and user must determine the suitability of this product for commercial application.