FIMO Clay Instructions
Manufacturer's Instructions for FIMO Clay
Instructions for FIMO Professional, FIMO Soft and FIMO Effect
Modelling and hardening
Firstly, be careful not allow any uncured FIMO to come into contact with furniture, floors, carpets or fabrics. Avoid contact with polystyrene or PVC. Knead and shape FIMO into your desired creation. You can use modelling tools, for example, to create and work out small details. FIMO can be used with cutters, bead rollers and clay pasta machines. It is possible to use a core made of aluminium foil for larger objects to save material. Preheat oven. FIMO soft/professional/effect: 110°C, FIMO leather-effect: 130°C (top/bottom heat). Place the modelled object on a baking tray covered with baking parchment and bake in the oven for 30 min. Check the temperature during the curing process and ensure good ventilation
Finishing
FIMO will only be completely hardened when cooled down to room temperature. Only begin any finishing work (painting, varnishing, drilling, polishing) when the object has cooled down. Use two-part epoxy glue to repair broken parts and to connect FIMO with metal parts. Other adhesives can also be used. Do not use the created objects in direct contact with food, open fire (candles, ash trays etc) and heat sources (lamps, etc).
Storage
Store FIMO in a cool and dry place, wrapped in aluminium foil or in polythene bags
Disposal
Material can be disposed of with the normal household rubbish.
Safety Rules
Read the instructions before use, follow them and keep them for reference. FIMO is a craft product, not a toy. Do not bring material in contact with mouth or eyes. Choking hazard – small parts. Do not exceed a temperature of 130°C/265°F or harmful gases may be produced. Do not exceed a hardening time of 30 min. Use a domestic oven thermometer, e.g. bimetal, to measure the temperature. Do not use a glass thermometer. Do not heat the material and cook food in the oven at the same time. Do not harden in the microwave. Do not allow the product to come into contact with an open flame, hot knife or wire. Wash your hands after carrying out any work. Clean the oven thoroughly after curing. Do not use pyrolytic cleaning. Clean all equipment after use. Do not eat, drink or smoke in the work area. Do not expose hardened material to temperatures exceeding
First aid information
In case of accidental overheating and inhalation of harmful gases: take the person outside and seek immediate medical advice. Always see a doctor after injury and take along the product and the packaging.
Warning
FIMO products are recommended for adults and children over 8 years of age only. Children should only use this product under adult supervision.
General information
Our STAEDTLER products are tested for quality and safety. As creativity knows no limits, we are unable to test every possible use of the product. As such, we cannot assume any liability for the use with other (non-STAEDTLER) products or accessories.