For images that do not wash out at all, decrease exposure time. The goal in printing the Caviar Bead Adhesive is to leave enough adhesive on top of the garment to surround the bead and provide excellent adhesion but not to put down so much adhesive that it takes away from the aesthetic appeal of the print. After the off-contact distance has been set, make a test print to determine the proper squeegee pressure. Inspect the print to determine if the adhesive is sitting on top of the fabric or is being pushed into the fabric. Also, look at the platen after you remove the test print.
Any residual adhesive seen on the platen is another indication of too much squeegee pressure.
On automatic presses back off the squeegee pressure until the image does not print and then readjust the pressure until the adhesive completely clears the screen mesh and sits on top of the garment. Manual printers will have to develop a consistent feel for this technique. If you find that your technique does not allow the adhesive to sit on top of the fabric print a plastisol underbase, flash, and print the adhesive on top of the plastisol underbase. This method insures that the bead will be surrounded by the adhesive and provides the best durability during washing and wearing. Prior to the print stroke, a good, thick flood coat is recommended.