Padding Clamp Instructions, page 1
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Padding Clamp

Instructions

Small

Normal

Spine Length up to 5”

Spine Length 5” to 8.5”

Wide

Spine Length 8.5” to 12”

Using a wider setting than what is recommended may cause damage to clamp

Proper Bolt Threading

Clamping Notepads

Add washer to bolt before wingnut.

1 For thin stacks of notepads, lie clamp flat on it’s side.(fig. A)

2 Insert binding edge of jogged pad into clamp, ensuring the edge is making full, flat contact with work surface.

3 Tighten wingnuts enough to hold paper firmly in place.

Ensure bolt head sits flush in recess when clamping.

4 Flip Padding Clamp upright.(Fig. B)

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5 Apply a thin layer of

padding compound with a brush, starting from the center and brushing towards the edges.(Fig. C)

  • For large stacks, place the clamp up

5 against a flat

surface.

  • Add a 1” stack of paper or cardstock under the overhanging notepad stack.
  • Place notepad stack inside clamp, flush with the flat surface.

6 Allow time to dry before adding more coats or releasing the Padding Clamp.

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  • Tighten Clamp, turn clamped stack to expose edge to be glued.

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Quick start

  1. Choose the bolt setting for your spine length: Small up to 5", Normal 5" to 8.5", Wide 8.5" to 12".
  2. Add a washer to each bolt before the wingnut and make sure the bolt head sits flush in its recess.
  3. For thin stacks, lay the clamp flat on its side and insert the binding edge of the jogged pad so it makes full, flat contact with the work surface.
  4. For large stacks, stand the clamp up against a flat surface, put a 1" stack of paper or cardstock under the overhanging pads, and set the stack flush with the surface.
  5. Tighten the wingnuts enough to hold the paper firmly, then turn the clamp upright to expose the edge to be glued.
  6. Brush on a thin layer of padding compound from the center toward the edges, and let it dry before adding coats or releasing the clamp.

Frequently asked questions

What spine lengths does the padding clamp handle?

Use the Small setting for spines up to 5", Normal for 5" to 8.5", and Wide for 8.5" to 12". Using a wider setting than recommended may damage the clamp. See page 1.

How do I apply the padding compound?

Brush on a thin layer starting from the center and working toward the edges, then let it dry before adding more coats or releasing the clamp. See page 1.

How tight should the wingnuts be?

Tighten them just enough to hold the paper firmly in place. See page 1.