Crossover by Tattered Lace Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTIONS Congratulations on your purchase of the Crossover, the latest revolutionary die cutting and embossing machine that can be used for papercraft, quilting, general sewing and so much more. The Crossover is a result of months of development with features, such as the adjustable pressure system that allow you to provide flawless cuts with a whole range of materials. The Crossover is a sturdy, reliable and easy to use tool. It is easy to store and can be transported, yet very robust in its design. Don t forget to register your machine to activate your two year warranty (see warranty card included). The Crossover is compatible with most existing paper and fabric die brands. When used alongside Linen and Lace deep dish dies, the machine gives you the opportunity to cut multiple layers, depending on thickness, to make die cutting quicker and easier than ever. Visit and www.quiltandfabricdies.com for more information on the Crossover and Linen and Lace dies. STORAGE The Crossover is easy to store and can be transported using the carry handles. Simply remove the cutting plates and fold the sides into the centre. The handle can be folder up to the side of the machine with the aid of a built in magnet. To release the handle, it will drop down and lock into place.
INSTRUCTIONS THE CUTTING PLATFORM The basic platform consists of two layers. A thick white base and a thick clear plastic cutting plate for viewing. The Crossover cutting plate is almost twice as thick as smaller machines available, and will last much longer without bowing. Included in your package is a stainless steel adaptor plate for detailed die cuts or multilayer fabric cuts. CUTTING ACTIVITY Use the thick white platform as the base plate then place your choice of die on top with the blade facing up. Remember that you can add multiple dies to the plate to make cutting even quicker. Position your appropriate layers of material over the die and depending on whether you require extra pressure for detailed designs, place the stainless steel adaptor plate over the top. Finish with the clear top plate and adjust the machine rollers accordingly before cutting. To emboss, use the same plate configuration and place the embossing folder on the base plate with the material in between. PRESSURE ADJUSTMENTS The Crossover offers the unique capability to adjust the space between the rollers, eliminating the need to use shims and multiple layers of plastic to get a good result. The adjustment thumbwheel is conveniently placed between two arrows on the centre top of the machine. If left-handed, turn the machine around, however, ensure you turn the handle counter-clockwise when operating the machine. To lessen pressure, move the wheel away from you. To tighten, move the wheel towards you. This adjuster allows you to fine tune the pressure of the rollers. Below the thumbwheel is a slider with numbers. Numbered 0 to 18, the lower numbers are a general setting for thinner dies and materials, while the larger numbers open up the rollers for thicker materials and dies. We suggest you make friends with your Crossover and you will quickly adjust to using the thumbwheel and will anticipate the correct settings for your projects.
INSTRUCTIONS SUGGESTED SETTINGS A wide number of materials can be used with Deep Dish Dies, some of which can cut several layers depending on the thickness. The + symbol on the thumbwheel will position the rollers closer together, where the - symbol will move them further apart. It is always best to experiment with your platform pressure by selecting a number, layering up the platform as instructed and feeding through the machine. If the handle is proving difficult to turn, remove the plates and adjust the rollers slightly then try again. It is important not to force the handle as it will cause the plates to spring back when pushed too hard. The stainless steel adaptor plate is optional and can be used to make cutting multiple layers more effective as it will ensure a cleaner cut through the fabric threads. It is also ideal for intricate die designs. Simple designs in thin materials such as paper do not require this metal plate.
INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SETTINGS: (Dependant on weight and texture.) MATERIAL SETTINGS NOTES Craft Paper (Thin) 3 THIN METAL/ DEEP DISH DIES Burlap with Liner 3-5 Cork with Liner 4 Poly Felt 4 Glitter Paper 4 Wool Felt 4 Craft Paper (Multi Layers) 5-6 Use Deep Dish Die, up to 3 layers or up to 6-7 on simple designs Chipboard 5-6 OTHER TYPES OF DIES Thin Foam Topped Die 11-13 Thick Foam Topped Die 16-17 Face down on clear cutting plate only. EMBOSSING SETTINGS: MATERIAL SETTINGS Etched metal embossing plates with rubber pads 5-6 Thin laser cut stencils with rubber pads 6 Plastic folders (No pads required) 12-13
: INSTRUCTIONS FABRIC CUTTING SETTINGS: MATERIAL SETTINGS NOTES Applique Dies w/ adhesive liner 3-4 Single cuts. Fabric Deep Dish w/ adhesive liner 3-4 Up to 3 layers. Fold & Cut Deep Dish Dies 5 Up to 2 layers with adhesive. Single Die cuts Applique Deep Dish Dies w/ liner Geometric Deep Dish Dies 5-6 Up to 6 layers no adhesive. Odd Shapes Deep Dish Dies 6 3-5 layers no adhesive. Thick Wool Felt 8 No adhesive. 5-6 Go! Fabric Dies 9 Die is the base then fabric, adaptor plate, top clear plate. RECOMMENDATIONS: PAPER CRAFTING Adjust your setting to 0-4 on the pressure scale. Turn the handle. If the platform has no resistance in turning, move the thumbwheel toward you (+ for more pressure). If the handle does not turn without significant pressure, the platform is too tight and you will need to turn the thumbwheel away from you slightly. As you become more used to the Crossover you will recognise when you have the right pressure for the particular type of die you are using. For detailed dies, we recommend the stainless steel adaptor. You may place the adaptor plate under the die so that you can still see the cutting activity without taking the platform assembly apart. Pass the platform through and then back. Observe the die cutting success. If the die cut is not complete, back the platform out, adjust the thumbwheel and then pass the platform through again. The gears on the Crossover have been sized so that the platform rolls through the machine quickly. If you find that the handle is too hard to turn, it s likely you have set the rollers too tightly. Simply move the thumbwheel away from you after removing the platform.
INSTRUCTIONS PAPER CRAFTING EMBOSSING With the adjustable feature of the Crossover, embossing folders and embossing metal plates can be used for different depths of embossing or debossing. Test a strip of scrap paper first using a rubber embossing pad for metal plates or even an open face of a plastic embossing folder to determine your desired effect. You have complete control over the pressure exerted on the embossing media.
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TOP TIPS To ensure the Crossover performs at its best, place on a flat, solid surface. When using multiple dies with the Crossover in one go, ensure that you are using dies that are all the same depth. This will ensure that any of the regular blades will still have enough pressure applied to that area, the roller depth can be be made bigger for deep dish dies. If you are working on a mixed media project, try cutting different materials in one go to save time. As long as your materials combined are not thicker than the recommended thickness and the settings are correct, you can mix paper, card, fabric and more to make die cutting even quicker. Always ensure when cutting thicker materials such as foam, that they are set back from the edge of the cutting plates before feeding through the machine. The chamfered edge of the base plate will help feed it through but the space will provide extra leverage so the plates do not stick. The large Crossover plates can accomodate a number of dies. When working on projects in large quantities, such as invitations, why not purchase more than one die of the same design to make producing the die cut even quicker. To prevent waste on large sheets of paper, card and fabric, position your die on the base plate and add your choice of material to the top in its entirety, ensuring that it is in the top corner as close to the edge as possible. This saves cutting pieces off and is great if you are trying to pattern match a design, simply move the die along and carry on. The Crossover is a robust and sturdy machine which makes it unlikely to slide around while in motion. However, to prevent any dies moving on the base plate, use low tack tape or a magnetic sheet to hold the dies in place while cutting. If you are having trouble cutting intricate designs, a Hotspot Helper is the perfect solution to adding a little extra pressure required to the centre of your base plate. They are readily available to purchase and are attached to the Crossover cutting plate to make dies cut with an even crisper finish.
Crossover by Tattered Lace Please also refer to our online videos specific to your use. Congratulations on owning this advanced die cutting and embossing system! Copyright 2015 Craft Channel Productions Ltd. All rights reserved. Craft Channel Productions Ltd, S45 9HX, UK.