Before making the project, you may require to set up your Cricut EasyPress 3 machine. You can do it with the help of Bluetooth technology and an app. However, if you are expert enough and confident with the temperature and time settings, it does not require. You need to turn on the Bluetooth and sign in to the app. As soon as you switch on the Cricut machine, an initial screen appears on the app. Let’s read the write-up and see how the machine is set up. After completion, you can easily use it and do your project. Follow the instructions mentioned below in this blog.
Step1: Unboxing Cricut Easy Press 3
When you open the package, you will find the following items in the box:
Cricut Easy Press 3 Machine
Safety Base
Reference Pamphlet (with a list of specific time and temperature that is required by various materials)
Sample materials for practice
Instruction Manual
Welcome Booklet
Warranty Card
Step 2: Set The Temperature Of Your Cricut EasyPress 3 Machine
To set the temperature on your Cricut EasyPress 3 machine, refer to the pamphlet that you have received with your original box. The material, along with the temperature required for pressing, will be mentioned over there.
First, press the temperature button, and use the plus (+) and the minus(-) buttons to increase or decrease the set temperature value.
If you want to switch from Celsius to Fahrenheit, press and hold the temperature until you see the change from (°C) to ( °F) on the display screen of your Cricut Easy Press 3 machine.
Step 3: Set The Timer In Your Cricut EasyPress 3 Machine
Every material that you use your Easy Press 3 machine on requires only a specific time period of pressing. To know that, refer to the pamphlet you received with the box. You can also visit the website of Cricut Heat Guide to know the exact time your material requires.
To set the timer, press the time button on your Cricut Easy Press 3 machine; you can adjust the timings with the plus(+) and the minus(-) buttons.
TIP: If you want to know the correct time and temperature settings for each material your project requires, you can refer to the list on the Cricut Heat Application for iOS or Android users. The Easy Press 3 machine can be operated with the help of the Cricut Heat Application, downloaded on your devices. Cricut Heat App is compatible with Easy Press 3 and not with the older heat presses. You will not be able to connect the application with older heat presses.
Step 4: What Does The Flashing Lights Mean
When you see the orange light flashing on your Easy Press 3 machine, it means that your machine is heating up to the set temperature.
When you notice the green light on your machine, it means that the set temperature has reached.
Step 5: Start The Timer On Your Machine
To start the countdown, press the “GO” button on your Easy Press 3 machine.
While using the Cricut Heat application, the app will show the timer countdown on your device.
A beep sound will be audible to you as soon as the time is up.
IMPORTANT: While using the Cricut Easy Press 3 machine, some of the following important points you should keep in your mind are mentioned below:
Use the Cricut Easy Press 3 machine, always at room temperature.
Before starting pressing using your Cricut Easy Press 3 machine, make sure that the fabrics and other base materials are completely dry.
Always put the easy press 3 machines back in their Safety Base when it is not in use.
Gently remove the protective film or tape from the control panel of your Cricut Easy Press 3 machine before you use it.
Step 6: How To Activate Your Cricut Easy Press 3 Machine
This step is divided into the following sub-steps:
Go to App Store or Google Play Store to download the Cricut Heat Application and sign in to the app. If you already have an existing “Cricut.com/Design Space “ account, it is recommended that you sign in with the same login credentials.
You might have already unboxed the press machine. Make sure to remove all the items from the packaging.
Plug the Cricut Easy Press 3 machine into a wall outlet and turn on the power by pressing the Power button on the control panel of the machine.
When you turn the power on of your press machine for the first time, you will find the APP flashing on the screen. It is a sign given to you that the heat press needs to be connected to the Cricut Heat application in order to activate it for working.
The Cricut Easy Press 3 machine uses Bluetooth Lite technology to connect with your iOS or Android smart device and communicate with the Cricut Heat application. You don’t need to pair your device manually through Bluetooth. All you gotta do is simply power on the easy press 3 machines within seven feet of the smart device that you are using. Also, ensure that your mobile device’s Bluetooth is turned on; this will ensure an automatic connection.
Next, select the Set Up option in the Cricut Heat application to begin activating the device. Select the Cricut Easy Press 3 from the list of all the available Heat Presses, and tap on Connect.
After doing the above, you will see the Cricut Heat app showing the pop-up “Connecting to Easy Press 3” along with the Bluetooth logo.
The Cricut Heat App will ask to confirm the activation of the Cricut EasyPress 3 machine. It will also list the email address on which your unit will be registered. Select the pop-up box to accept all the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and tap on Activate.
You will know the progress of activation of your Cricut EasyPress 3 on the status bar of the Cricut Heat app. You will see a success message on your screen when the activation is complete. The success message indicates that your Easy Press 3 is set up and is ready to be used.
Your Cricut Easy Press 3 machine will begin to heat up. Now you can use the press machine with the Cricut Heat app or on its own.
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