Photo Lab Manual (PDF) - Richland College

Washing and Drying Fiber PrintsThe fiber paper used by advanced students has a different washing cycle than Resin-CoatedPaper. Because solutions soak through fiber paper, it takes longer to clear the chemicals out.Make sure you allow at least 1 hour from the time you finish printing for the completion of thisprocess. Insufficient washing will result in discoloration, so follow these steps carefully: UseArchival Print Washers only! We have two of them. One is located in the film developing sink,the other is located in Loading Room A. Both work by just turning on the water, but the washerin Loading Room A needs the water started and then the flow set so the water stays consistentlyon the red water line located near the top of the washer.1. Place prints from the Holding Tray (rinse) into a tray approximately two (2) timesthe size of the largest size paper used. For example, if you are using 8" x 10"paper, then place prints into an 11" x 14" tray. If you are using 11" x 14" paper,then place prints into a 16" x 20" tray.2. Place prints into one of the archival washers. Place either 2 - 8" x 10"s vertically or1 - 11" x 14" horizontally into each slot and wash for 10 minutes.3. Place prints back into the tray and pour enough Orbit Bath into the tray tocover the prints. Rotate the prints continuously for 5 minutes by taking the oneon the bottom and bringing it to the top of the pile. Push it down under the solution.4. Pour the Orbit Bath back into its container.5. Place prints back into the Archival Washer.6. Wash prints again for 10 minutes and squeegee when done.7. Place prints in your blotter book or bring prints out to the finishing room for drying.8. To air dry, place prints face down on the drying racks located under the largedry mount press. Prints will usually need to dry overnight.46