OPERATION MANUAL MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. TKB Gotenyama Building, 5-9-41, Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0001, Japan Phone: +81-3-5420-8671 Fax: +81-3-5420-8687 URL: http: // www.mimaki. co. jp / D201264 E-mail: trading@mimaki.co.
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Foreword Congratulations on your purchase of a Garment Printer “GP-1810D”. GP-1810D allows the original discharge liquid to print directly cloths and take some color off with 4-color original ink. Read this Operation Manual carefully and make the most effective use of your printer. • [GP-1810D] shifts by a high-speed head. To avoid danger of injury or damage, be sure to read this Operation Manual carefully before starting to operate it.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword .................................................................................................. i On This Operation Manual ............................................................... i Features .................................................................................................. vi Safety precautions during installation ................................................... viii Safety symbols used in manual ...................................................
Setting the work on the machine .......................................................... 2.8 Fixing the work holder ................................................................. 2.9 Establishing the origin and the print area ........................................... 2.10 Initial value ................................................................................. 2.10 Changing the origin and the print area ....................................... 2.11 Checking and solving nozzle clogging ........
CHAPTER 5 Maintenance Maintenance of the machine ................................................................ 5.2 Setting the maintenance function................................................ 5.2 Maintenance setup functions ...................................................... 5.3 Printing setup conditions [LIST] ........................................................... 5.4 Printing HEX CODE [DATA DUMP] ...................................................... 5.
APPENDIX Basic specifications .............................................................................. A.2 Ink specification ................................................................................... A.4 Discharge liquid / Washing liquid specification .................................... A.5 Consumable items ............................................................................... A.5 Location of safety labels ...................................................................... A.
Features The features of the machine are described below. Together with the method of operation of the machine explained in this manual, they help you understand how to use the machine properly. Use a discharge liquid Print the original discharge liquid directly on T shirt, and perform heat treatment to take off some colors. Also, discharge composition printing is available. • Only the dyed cotton by a reactive dye ink allows for discharging. According to reactive dye inks, its effects are all different.
Features High-speed interface The "IEEE-1394" interface allows for high-speed data reception from the computer. Easy “origin” setting The cross-shaped LED pointer allows easy visual setting. Prevents the head and work collision When the work is too thick or the head height is set too low, the head protective sensor senses the head height and avoids the head collision accordingly.
Safety precautions during installation Safety symbols used in manual Safety signal words Pictorial signs are used in this Operation Manual for safe operation of and in prevention of damages to the machine. Pictorial signs and their meanings are given below. Read and fully understand before reading the text. • Indicates a potentially hazardous condition which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. Be sure to read this manual for proper operation.
Safety precautions during installation Never do the following WARNING Do not disassemble or modify the machine. • Power supply and voltage Never disassemble or remodel the main unit of the machine and • the ink cartridge. Disassembling/ remodeling any of them will • result in electric shocks or breakdown of the machine. Be sure to use the machine with the power supply specifications indicated. Be sure to connect the plug of the power cable to a grounded receptacle.
Precautions in use CAUTION Periodic exchange parts • Front cover and lever There are some parts which • must be replaced by service engineer. You have to make a the cover or lever will abort printing. contract with distributors or dealers for after-sale service. • A head for the discharge liquid is consumable. Please ex- Never open the front cover and/ or lever during printing. Opening Keep the machine level • change a new one in half a year when using it everyday.
Safety precautions during installation CAUTION • Ink cartridges • • • • If the ink cartridge is moved from a cold place to a warm place, do exclusive one can cause a trouble. Remover that the user not use for three hours. Open the ink cartridge just shall be charged for a repair cost to correct any damage resulting before installing it in the machine. If it is opened and not from the use of ink other than the exclusive type. installed for a long time, the machine may not plot normally.
Precautions in installation CAUTION A place exposed to direct sunlight A place that is not horizontal • • Do not install machine where it is exposed to direct sunlight or Do not place the machine where the machine cannnot be installed on a level surface,or you may not secure the stabilized work may be discolored. plot work. A place in which temperature and humidity vary by a great margin • A place that vibrates Use the machine under the following environment.
How to read this operation manual Display on the LCD and Indication of the Keys In this Operation Manual, the characters displayed on the LCD of the operation panel and the keys used to operate the machine are explained, together with the operation procedure. page 1.6. Operate the machine while confirming the display on the LCD. Display on the LCD The content of display is shown in characters in a box as shown at right.
Structure of this Operation Manual This manual consists of the following six chapters to describe the handling of the machine. Chapter 1 Before Use This chapter describes the name and function of each section of the machine as well as ink and work. Chapter 2 Basic Operations This chapter describes a series of operations and settings, ranging from power-on to end of printing. Chapter 3 Daily Care This chapter describes the daily cleaning.
CHAPTER 1 Before Use This chapter describes the name and function of each section of the machine as well as ink and work. Table of contents Where to install the machine ................................................................ 1.2 Moving the machine ............................................................................. 1.3 Configuration and function ................................................................... 1.4 Ink cartridge and Ink station ...........................................
Where to install the machine Secure a suitable installation space before assembling the machine. Install the machine considering enough space for the machine size and to perform print operation. Model Width Depth Height Gross weight GP-1810D 3070 mm 2210 mm 1350 mm 620 kg or less 1000 mm or more 1000 mm or more 1000 mm or more 5100 mm - 1.
Moving the machine This section explains to carry the machine to e.g., an instruction location after assembled. Raise the level feet of the table frame before moving the machine to a new location. • Be sure to disconnect the power cable and the interface cable before moving the machine. • When moving the machine, take care not to apply excessive shock to it. • Be sure to adjust the level feet to level the machine at the new location.
Configuration and function The Front 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 9 10 Name Function 1 Pilot lamp Displays the plotter status as ACTIVE (green), or ERROR (red). 2 Station Cover A cover for the station maintenance. Open the cover when performing the station maintenance. 3 EMERGENCY Switch (Emergency) Stop printing. 4 Parallel connector Bi-directional parallel interface connector. (complies with IEEE1284) 5 IEEE1394 connector A 400 M bps interface connector compatible with -IEEE1394.
Configuration and function The Rear 1 2 1 2 Name Function 1 Ink cartridge Each cartridge contains ink of a specific color. 2 Ink station Set the ink cartridges specified. - 1.
Operation Panel The operation panel that is used to operate the machine. Display Displays a set item, a guidance error, etc. POWER lamp It lights up (in green) when the power to the machine is turned on. XY keys [ ][ ][ ][ ] They are used to shift the carriage and the medium under the LOCAL mode. In addition they are used to select a set value. ( Z key Adjust the head (Y bar) height. XY Z page 2.7) [VIEW] key page 1.7) [CYCLE START] key ( VIEW CYCLE START Used to attach and detach the work.
Configuration and function Functions of the XY keys Each of the keys varies in function according to the time at which it is used. When setting a plotting origin / plotting area When selecting a function When inputting a choice selected among several alternatives Shifts the carriage to the left. Shifts the carriage to the right. Shifts the work (table) away from you. Restores the last previous function. Selects the next value. Moves the work (table) toward you. Moves to the next function.
Capping station The capping station consists of ink caps, wipers for cleaning the heads, etc. Cap Wiper : It covers the nozzle so as to prevent the head nozzle from drying up. : It is used to clean the head nozzle. The wipers are consumable parts. If the wiper is deformed or the work is stained, page 5.9) replace the wiper with a new one. ( The wiper cleaner takes off the discharged ink remains on of the wiper to keep affection of the discharge liquid to the head, at a minimum.
Configuration and function Carriage The cartridge provides the changeover valve of the ink head for print and discharge, and the changeover valve for the discharge liquid and the cleaning liquid for the ink head. It provides a LED pointer which specifies a starting position to print. Discharge liquid / washing liquid changeover valve Carriage - 1.
Ink cartridge and Ink station Precautions in handling the ink cartridge • Use the specified ink. Using any ink type other than the exclusive one can cause a trouble. Remember that the user shall be charged for a repair to correct any damage resulting from the use of ink other than the exclusive type. • If ink settles on the skin or clothes, immediately wash it off with soap and water. If you get ink in your eyes, immediately wash your eyes with a lot of clean water.
Ink cartridge and Ink station Ink station The Discharge liquid / Washing liquid station supplies ink to the 2 front row of Carriage. The 4-colors ink station supplies ink to the 2 rear row of Carriage. Remember these relationship when checking the heads for clogged nozzles, replacing ink cartridge and replenishing inks. K: Black ink M: Magenta ink C: Cyan ink Y: Yellow ink D: Discharge liquid W: Washing liquid - 1.
Types of work that can be used The following describes the sizes of work that can be used and the method of handling. Sizes of work that can be used Maximum 1870 mm Minimum Max. printing width 1050 mm 1860 mm *1 Max. printing length Thickness 1010 mm 50 mm or less Weight 60kg or less when load is evenly distributed *1: When the mode is Discharge Composition printing mode at 720 x 720 variable, and the product serial number is E1509013 or before, maximum printing width is 1,100 mm.
Direct printing on a cloth • To minimize color variations, maintain constant humidity and temperature while printing directly on a cloth. 1. When using the Pigment ink for textile (TPig ink) • • No special preparation is necessary. Print on a dry cloth. Print twice to ensure higher color fastness. • The post-treatment condition varies by the material of the heating process. Determine the optimum condition carefully.
MENU mode The unit’s four modes are described blow. < LOCAL > mode This mode is for the preparatory state. All keys are effective to enable setups. The machine is able to receive data from computer, however, it will not perform printing. In this mode, it is possible to perform the following operations. 1. Pressing the appropriate XY keys to set up an origin and the printing area. 1. Pressing the Z keys to set up the print head (Y bar). 2. Pressing the [TEST] key to start test printing. 2.
CHAPTER 2 Basic Operations This chapter describes a series of operations and settings, ranging from power-on to end of printing. Table of contents Operation ....................................................................................................... 2.2 Switching on the power supply ...................................................................... 2.3 Filling of discharge liquid at the time of starting works .................................. 2.4 Station cover ..............................
Operation The following shows a series of operations and settings, ranging from power-on to end of printing. For details on each item, refer to the reference page. Turn on the power on P. 2.3 Filling of the discharge liquid P. 2.4 Check the head height P. 2.7 Set the work P. 2.8 Set the origin and printing area P. 2.10 Print the test pattern P. 2.12 Correct the work feed rate P. 2.15 Start the printing P. 2.18 Washing of the discharge head P. 2.22 Turn off the power P. 2.24 - 2.
Switching on the power supply Turning the power on 1. Turn on the power to the computer which is connected to the machine. 2. Turn on the power to the machine. Press the power switch to “ I ”. • Make sure that the station cover is closed. If it is open, initialization is not performed. • Leave 10 seconds and more intervals before turning on the power after once turning off. BOOT When the power is switched on, the LCD first displays “BOOT” and then displays the firmware version number. GP-1810D 3.
Filling of discharge liquid at the time of starting works If the discharge liquid in this machine has used in the long period, it may cause the decrease in the print head life. In order to prevent the shortening of the life of the head for discharge liquid, the discharge liquid contained is replaced by washing liquid when it is not used for an extended period of time.
Filling of discharge liquid at the time of starting works 11. Filling of the discharge liquid is completed, menu returns to the LOCAL mode. • • << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 Every day at the time of starting works, the filling of the discharge liquid shall be performed. Every day at the time of finishing works, the filling of the washing liquid shall be performed for the protection of head for discharge liquid. ( - 2.5 - page 3.
Station cover Opening/closing the station cover • Keep the station cover closed during printing operation. Opening the station cover during printing interrupts image printing and disables continuous processing. If you open the station cover during printing, the carriage will stop for safety, resulting in abortion of printing. In this case, re-start the machine and computer following the procedure described below. STEPS: 1.
Adjusting the head height The head can be adjusted in height, according to thickness of a work used for printing. The head height must be set according to the work thickness. If the head height is too low, it may affect the printing quality and even damage the work or the machine itself. Be sure that the head height is correct • • Adjust the head height before setting a work on the machine. Leave at least 3mm clearance when printing on T-shirts or other fluffy materials.
Setting the work on the machine Set the work on the table as following. • Adjust the head height before placing a work on the machine. ( page 2.7) • • Always print on flat works. When printing on T-shirts or other cloths, set them flat. STEPS: 1. Turn on the power to the machine. << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 2. Adjust the head height. ( page 2.7) Head Height After adjusting, return to the LOCAL mode. ∗ ∗ . ∗ mm 3. Press the [VIEW] key. VIEW < ENT > 4. Push the [VIEW] key or the [ENTER] key.
Setting the work on the machine Fixing the work holder When printing on a material of allowable size (1870 x 1050mm maximum) that tends to bend upward (floating at two or four edges), use the work holders on any of the four table edges to fit the work in place. STEPS: Work holder 1. Turn (or remove) the knob screws to loosen the work holder. A collar is fitted to each of the screws of the work holder. Do not lose them when they are removed. Knob 2.
Establishing the origin and the print area Initial value The origin and the print area are set as follows by default until they are changed: Output direction Work 15mm 15mm Effective printing area 15mm Origin - 2.
Establishing the origin and the print area Changing the origin and the print area The default origin and the print area may be changed as needed. • When printing on the entire work surface (without margins), the printing origin and the printing area must be set outside of the work. They must be set as close to the work as possible, however, to minimize smearing the machine itself. Otherwise, there will be much ink mists especially when printing on thick works. STEPS: 1. The machine enters the LOCAL mode.
Checking and solving nozzle clogging Make test printing to check whether there is nozzle clogging or other printing failures. If the finished test pattern shows any sign of abnormal conditions, carry out the cleaning function. • To perform the test print on a cut sheet medium, use a medium whose size is A4 or larger with placed in landscape configuration. • The discharge liquid is colorless and invisible on paper and fabric. Use attached color paper (in pink).
Checking and solving nozzle clogging STEPS: 1. The machine enters the LOCAL mode. 2. Press the [TEST] key. << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 TEST PRINT < ENT > 3. Select from all head (L1234), ink head (L12 - - ), or discharge head (L - - 34). TEST PRINT Head Line : L1234 L1234/L12 - -/L - - 34 4. Press the [ENTER] key. 5. Select numbers to print. TEST PRINT Print Count =1 6. Press the [TEST] key or [ENTER] key. The machine prints the test pattern.
11. Press the [ENTER] key. 12. Press the XY [ ] or [ ] keys to select the type of cleaning. Cleaning Type : Normal Normal / Strong Normal : Select this if any line is bent. (When selecting the Pigment ink for textile [T Pig], this function is invalid.) Strong : When printing trouble is not solved even with Normal cleaning. 13. Press the [ENTER] key. Cleaning 00: ∗ ∗ : ∗ ∗ It displays the remaining run-time. 14. The machine revert the LOCAL mode. << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 15.
Correcting the work feed rate When the work type is changed, the amount of work feed changes. If the correction value is not appropriate, stripes may occur in the printing disturbing neat printing. Correction for the work feed rate in online is available. ( page 2.17) CORRECTING PATTERN Print two bands.
STEPS: 1. The machine enters the LOCAL mode. << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 2. Press the [FUNCTION] key. << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 3. Press the [ENTER] key. 4. Press the XY [ ] or [ ] keys to select a type. FUNCTION SELECT : TYPE1 TYPE1 Print Mode < ent > TYPE1 Media Comp. < ent > 5. Press the [ENTER ] key. 6. Press the XY [ ] or [ ] keys to select [Feed Comp.]. 7. Press the [ENTER ] key. 8. Press the XY [ ] or [ ] keys to enter the printing width. TYPE1 Print 9. Press the [ENTER ] key.
Correcting the media feed rate during printing To perform this operation during LOCAL mode, refer to the “Feed Correct”( page 2.16). The following describes the procedures to alter the media feed rate during printing or in a REMOTE mode. STEPS: 1. Press the [REMOTE] key. 2. Press the [FUNCTION] key to confirm the current setting value. < REMOTE > X= ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ TYPE∗ Y= ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Feed Comp. Adjust -50 : ent Feed Comp.
Printing an image from source data Starting the printing operation The following describes the method of printing. For various function settings necessary for printing, refer to “CHAPTER4 How to Set Functions”. STEPS: 1. The machine enters the LOCAL mode. 2. Press the [REMOTE] key. << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 < REMOTE > X=1010 The machine enters the REMOTE mode. 3. Transmit data from the computer.
Printing an image from source data 4. During the printing. << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 5. After the printing operation is completed, put the machine back into the LOCAL mode. The table will move toward you when printing in the Cycle Start mode. • The origin and the print area remain unchanged after printing. You must reset them page 2.11) if they need to be changed.
Displaying machine information Displays the firmware version, ink level etc. This following describes the procedures to display the machine in formation during printing or REMOTE and CYCLE mode. • In LOCAL mode, information displays by pressing [ENTER] key as well. STEPS: 1. Display the LOCAL mode. << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 2. Press the [REMOTE] key. X=1010 The machine enters the REMOTE mode. 3. Press the [ENTER] key to display the ink remains.
To replenish ink, set a new ink cartridge in the ink station If ink in the cartridge comes to an empty, the corresponding message appears. Printing can be continued but ink may run out during printing. Immediately put a new ink cartridge. < When the amount of ink becomes small during printing > Indicate the ink color which has run out. The display at right indicates that [slot1] and [slotA] comes to an end.
Filling of the washing liquid at the end of the works If you leave the head for discharge liquid with discharge liquid filled in for a long time, the life of the head for discharge liquid will be shortened because the discharge liquid melts the water-shedding part. To prevent the reduction of its life, at the end of daily operation drain the discharge liquid and fill in the washing liquid. STEPS: 1. At the LOCAL state, press the [FUNCTION] key 4 times. FUNCTION DCG/WASH SW 2.
Filling of the cleaning liquid at the end of the works 11. Filling of the washing liquid is << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 completed, menu returns to the LOCAL mode. • • Every day at the time of finishing works, the filling of the washing liquid shall be performed for the protection of head for the discharge liquid. Every day at the time of starting works, the filling of the discharge liquid shall be performed. ( page 2.4) - 2.
Turning the power off To turn the power off, check first whether there is data in the machine that remains to be printed. Also make sure that the head rests at the capping station. • • If the power is turned off while the machine is engaged in printing, the head may fail to be retracted in the capping station. If the head is left without capped for an extended period of time, the nozzle will be clogged with dust.
CHAPTER 3 Daily Care This chapter describes daily cleaning. Table of contents Routine maintenance ........................................................................... 3.2 Filling of the washing liquid at the end of the works ............................. 3.4 Cleaning the wiper cap and wiper cleaner ........................................... 3.6 Cleaning the nozzle [Nozzle Cleaning] ................................................ 3.9 Replacing the flushing tray ink absorber ........................
Routine maintenance Be sure to conduct maintenance works for the machine when necessary or periodically so as to use the device for a long time while keeping its printing accuracy. When the machine is left unused for a long period of time • Be sure to turn off the power of machine. ( page 2.24) • Remove the work which setting on the table. Precautions during cleaning • Never disassemble the machine. Disassembling the machine can result in electric shock hazards and breakage of the machine.
Routine maintenance Maintenance for frame components If the frame components of the machine have become dirty, wipe off frame with soft cloth using water or neutral detergent diluted with water, squeeze it and wipe the frame components clean. Clean the table also as dust may cause ink fly-bend or dropping. Cleaning Tools : • Neutral detergent • Soft cloth (quantity) Washing ink from the slider surface The ink may gel and collect under the slider after a long use.
Filling of the washing liquid at the end of the works If you leave the head for discharge liquid with discharge liquid filled in for a long time, the life of the head for discharge liquid will be shortened because the discharge liquid melts the water-shedding part. To prevent the reduction of its life, at the end of daily operation drain the discharge liquid and fill in the washing liquid. STEPS: 1. At the LOCAL state, press the [FUNCTION] key 4 times. FUNCTION DCG/WASH SW 2.
Filling of the cleaning liquid at the end of the works 11. Filling of the washing liquid is completed, menu returns to the LOCAL mode. << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 • Every day at the time of finishing works, the filling of the washing liquid shall be performed for the protection of head for the discharge liquid. • Every day at the time of starting works, the filling of the discharge liquid shall be performed. ( page 2.4) - 3.
Cleaning the wiper cap and wiper cleaner The wiper cap prevents clogging of the head nozzle caused by dried nozzle. The wiper wipes out ink adhered to the head nozzle. As the machine is used to print images, the wipers and ink caps gradually become stained with ink and dust. Use the cotton swabs to clean the wiper. Clean the wiper cap and the wiper cleaner periodically so as to keep the machine in good operation condition. • Clean the wiper at the end of the day’s operation.
Cleaning the wiper cap and wiper cleaner 3. Press the [ENTER] key. 4. Press the XY [ ] or [ ] keys to select [Station]. 5. Press the [ENTER] key. The table moves away from you and the Y-bar moves MAINTENANCE List < ent > MAINTENANCE Station < ent > Station Maint Sel : Carriage Out upward. The wiper moves toward you and the carriage moves away from the station. 6. Open the station cover and clean the both sides of the wiper.
8. Wipe off the ink adhering to the wiper cleaner with cotton swab. • Full attention should be paid to clean the wiper due to the sharp edges of the wiper cleaner. 9. Wipe off ink or dirt adhered to the rubber of the cap and the ceiling of the wiper cover using cotton swab. • Clean the area at the end of the day’s operation. 10. Close the station cover, then press the [ENTER] key. Carriage Out Completed : ent Execute the initial operation. Initialize Please Wait 11. Return to the LOCAL mode.
Cleaning the nozzle [Nozzle Cleaning] Clean up the nozzle as for nozzle clogging. If nozzle clogging cannot be resolved even after cleaning several times, execute the [Ink Filling] function. ( page 5.11) If this error cannot be resolved with these functions, contact the dealer. • Two colors (two cartridges) per head are used. If the remaining amount of one ink is extremely greater than another ink's amount, it may flow into the cartridge which has lesser ink to make their ink-head even.
7. Open the station cover and clean the both sides of the wiper. Use a cotton swab soaked with the cleaning liquid (A29) to clean off ink blots on wiper. • If dirt of curl is serious, replace the wiper with a new one. At the time of replacement, be sure to terminate the machine operation and follow the wiper replacement procedure. Clean the wiper and press the [ENTER] key. Wiper Cleaning Completed : ent 8. Fill the cap with the cleaning liquid (A29) using a syringe.
Cleaning the nozzle [Nozzle Cleaning] 10. Press the [ENTER] key. Initialize Please Wait The initial operation is performed. Remaining time is displayed. Waiting 00 : ∗ ∗ : ∗ ∗ After remaining time is over, execute cleaning. It displays the remaining cleaning time. Cleaning 00 : ∗ ∗ : ∗ ∗ 11. Cleaning is completed, the menu returns the LOCAL mode. - 3.
Replacing the flushing tray ink absorber Replace the ink absorber in the flushing tray if it appears to be clogged. Clogged ink absorber may cause ink mists and smeared head nozzles. • Check the ink absorber for clogging at the end the day’s operation. Cleaning Tool : • Ink absorber (Order No. M-3 ) STEPS: 1. Press the [FUNCTION] key. 2. Press the XY [ ] or [ ] keys to select [MAINTENANCE].
Replacing the flushing tray ink absorber 7. Remove the F-cover upward from the flushing F-cover upward tray. 8. Remove the ink absorber. 9. Place a new ink absorber (supplied) on the Ink absorber tray. Place the ink absorber (as folded) at the center. • Make certain the ink absorber is placed flat and touching the tray. Otherwise, it may interfere with the head nozzles. 10. Place the F-cover from above. • Place the F-cover all the way down. A floating cover may cause trouble. 11.
When the waste ink tank becomes full Waste ink used for cleaning the heads will gather in the waste ink tank. When the message “Near Full” or “Full” appears, immediately replace the tank with a new waste ink tank. Waste Ink Tank Ink Tank Is Full Waste Ink Tank Ink Tank Near Full • Contact your local MIMAKI distributor or call a local MIMAKI office if you need a spare waste ink tank. • Prepare a polyethylene tank for emptying waste ink. • If ink is dripping, wait until it stops dripping.
Ink discharge way cleaning [Drain Wash] The ink discharge way may become clogged by coagulated ink. It must be cleaned at regular intervals to avoid clogging. Ink discharge way: Tubing between the cap and the waste ink tank • Do not move the carriage out of the capping station by hand. Use the appropriate operation key to move the carriage. Cleaning Tools : • Cleaning liquid bottle kit A29 (SPC-0137 : Option) • Syringe STEPS: 1. Press the [FUNCTION] key once. 2.
7. Open the station cover. 8. Remove the cleaning liquid (A29) with a syringe. During the suction pause period, drop the cleaning liquid (A29) until just before it overflows from the cap. 9. Close the front cover, and press the [ENTER] key. Dry suction continues for 30 seconds and then the machine is put in LOCAL mode. 10. Return to the LOCAL mode. Drain Wash Completed : ent Initialize Please Wait << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 - 3.
When not in use the machine over the long term [Storage Wash] When not in use the machine over a week, perform [Storage Wash] function to clean the head nozzle and ink discharge way. After performing the function, store the machine. • Two colors (two cartridges) per head are used. If the remaining amount of one ink is extremely greater than another ink's amount, it may flow into the cartridge which has lesser ink to make their ink-head even. Execute the [Ink Filling] function if the inks are mixed.
8. Take off the wiper with holding projections at the tips of wiper. 9. Use a cotton swab soaked with the cleaning liquid (A29) to clean off ink blots on wiper and bracket. • If dirt of curl is serious, replace the wiper with a new one. At the time of replacement, be sure to terminate the machine operation and follow the wiper replacement procedure. 10. Insert the clean wiper with holding both projections at the tips of wiper. Press the [ENTER] key. 11.
When not in use the machine over the long term [Storage Wash] 12. Close the station cover, and press the [ENTER] key. 13. Press the JOG [ ] or [ ] keys, select the time to leave. (1-99 minutes: 1 min unit) Fill Up Washings Completed : ent Nozzle Cleaning Wait Timer = 1 min Normally set 1 min. Initialize Please Wait 14. Press the [ENTER] key. The initial operation is performed. Remaining time is displayed. Storage Wash 00 : ∗ ∗ : ∗ ∗ After remaining time is over, execute cleaning.
16. Fill the cap with the cleaning liquid (A29) using a syringe. Drain Wash Completed : ent Drain Wash Completed : ent Dry suction starts in cycles consisting of 10 seconds of suction followed by 10 seconds of pause. Repeat the performance of the air aspiration several times to clean up the ink discharge way. Perform the operation for the each cap. 17. Close the station cover, and press the [ENTER] key. Carrige returns the station to the initial operation performed. Initialize Please Wait 18.
CHAPTER 4 How to Set Functions This chapter describes how to set up the machine. Table of contents Basic operations of menus ............................................................................ 4.2 Function mode ............................................................................................... 4.4 Setup functions.............................................................................................. 4.5 Change the display language [DISPLAY] .......................................
Basic operations of menus This section describes how to change over the operation modes and how to operate the menus. The following gives the key operation flow to invoke menus. For detailed menu configuration, refer to Appendix.
Basic operations of menus 1. Select the LOCAL mode. Ascertain first that the machine does not perform printing under the REMOTE mode, then press the [REMOTE] key to enter the LOCAL mode. 2. Select the FUNCTION mode. Press the [FUNCTION] key, and the machine will enter the FUNCTION mode. The FUNCTION mode is divided into two: the setup function and maintenance function. Select either function. 3. Select a type. There are four types.
Function mode The FUNCTION mode enable to regists 4 types. If the type has been registered for each medium type, it becomes easy to change plotting conditions when the medium type is changed. Registering a type 1. Make sure that the mode is LOCAL mode. 2. Press the [FUNCTION] key. 3. Press the [ENTER] key. 4. Select any of Types 1 through 4 by pressing the JOG [ ] or [ ] keys. 5. Press the [ENTER] key.
Setup functions The FUNCTION mode consists of 14 items. The following describes the overview of and settings for each function. Print Mode Sets the print quality, print direction. Quality : Select the quality image from three items. [STD] : [FINE] : [High SPD] : Standard image quality High image quality and low printing speed High printing speed and slightly inferior image quality DIRECTION: Specifies the head movement direction along which printing is made.
Priority Specifies whether the values set on the machine (print) are given priority or the values set on the computer (host) are enabled as for the following five functions. • Print Mode • • Overprint Drying Time • • Refresh Feed Correct [HOST] : The plotting operation is performed with priority given to the printing conditions set on the computer. [PLOT] : The printing operation is performed with priority given to the printing conditions set on the machine.
Setup functions Feed Correct When the machine is not print a clear image (e.g., unwanted stripes may appear on the image), to correct the work feed rate. Auto Clean The head is cleaned automatically. Perform cleaning for each print to prevent printing failures. [ON] : The head is cleaned automatically. [OFF] : The head is not cleaned automatically. Setup Reset This function resets the current printing conditions to the factory-set printing conditions.
Change the display language [DISPLAY] Display language enable to change Japanese or English. This procedure explains how to change Display language to ENGLISH. STEPS: 1. Make sure that the mode is LOCAL mode. << LOCAL >> X =1010 Y = 1860 2. Press the [FUNCTION] key. FUNCTION SETUP < ENT > 3. Press the XY [ ] key twice. FUNCTION DISPLAY < ENT > 4. Press the [ENTER] key. DISPLAY JAPANESE < ent > DISPLAY ENGLISH < ent > 5. Press the XY [ ] or [ ] keys to select the language.
CHAPTER 5 Maintenance In order to keep the machine in good operating condition, it is necessary to carry out maintenance of the machine periodically. This chapter introduces special features for correcting poor printing quality and replacing the wipers. Table of contents Maintenance of the machine ................................................................ 5.2 Printing setup conditions [LIST] ........................................................... 5.4 Printing HEX CODE [DATA DUMP] ................
Maintenance of the machine The term “maintenance” as used herein refers to actions that need to be taken to keep the machine in good operating condition. To carry out maintenance of the machine, select [MAINTENANCE] from the function menu and make the necessary settings. Setting the maintenance function In order to execute any of the maintenance functions, it is necessary to perform the following operation on the operation panel.
Maintenance of the machine Maintenance setup functions The following describes the overview of and settings for each function. Name function List Printing the set condition of the machine. page 5.4 Data Dump Printing data commands received from the computer, in HEX code. page 5.5 Print Adjust Adjust the dot position according to the head height, high/low. page 5.6 Station Clean the inside of the station and replace the wiper. page 5.
Printing setup conditions [LIST] This function lists the current settings of the machine. This is useful in carrying out maintenance of the machine. 1. 2. 3. SET UP : Indicates a value that is specified with the FUNCTION. PRINT adjust : Indicates a correction value for dot position. REPLACE COUNTER : Indicates the number of times the ink cartridges are replaced. 4. VERSION : Indicates the version of the firmware and memory capacity of the machine. 5.
Printing HEX CODE [DATA DUMP] This function prints data commands received from the computer, in HEX code. The HEX code is an alphanumeric representation of printing commands. By using this code, it is possible to check if there are any abnormal data commands. • When the [DATA DUMP] function is used to print data commands on paper, use 297mm x 210mm or larger size with the long side set horizontally. - 5.
When medium thickness is changed [Print Adjust] When the head height is adjusted, be sure to correct the dot positions. This function corrects the dot positions to ensure that the accurate printing result is obtained. The dot positions are corrected by comparing the ink dropping positions on each of the seven test patterns between the two printing directions. Always perform Print Adjust (dot position correction) whenever the head height is changed. STEPS: 1.
When medium thickness is changed [Print Adjust] 6. Press the [ENTER] key. 7. Repeat STEPS 5 and 6 to correct the dot positions on Patterns 2 to 7. Select the correct dot positions on each of the patterns. Enter the dot position correction value on Patterns 1 to 7 and then terminate dot position correction. 8. Press the [END] key to complete [Print Adjust]. Print Adjust Pattern2 = 0.0 Print Adjust Pattern3 = 0.0 Print Adjust Pattern4 = 0.0 Print Adjust Pattern5 = 0.0 Print Adjust Pattern6 = 0.
Cleaning the station interior [Station]-[Carriage Out] Move the carriage when cleaning the station interior and replacing the consumable parts. • Do not move the carriage out of the capping station by hand. Use the appropriate operation key to move the carriage. STEPS: 1. Press the [ ] or [ ] keys to select [Station]. MAINTENANCE Station 2. Press the [ENTER] key. < ent> Station Maint Sel : Carriage Out 3. Press the [ENTER] key. Carriage Out Completed : ent 4.
When the message [Replace Wiper] is displayed [Station][Wiper Exchng] The wipers are consumable parts. When the following message is displayed, replace the wipers with new ones. Wiper Replace Wiper • Do not press the [ENTER] key other than the case of replacing wipers. The number of wiper operations that is counted in the machine will be reset. Do not select [Wiper Exchng] unless the wiper is to be really changed. STEPS: 1. Press the [ ] or [ ] keys to select [Station]. MAINTENANCE Station < ent > 2.
7. Holding the projections at both ends, insert a new wiper into place. • Contacting the rubber portion of a new wiper shall be avoided. It can cause the nozzle to be clogged. 8. Clean the wiper guide shaft using a cotton bud or cloth. If dirt is hard to remove, use a cotton bud of cloth dampened with water. • Cleaning the wiper guide shaft. ( page 3.7 ) Extremely dirty wiper guide shaft may cause operation failure of the wiper, resulting in error display. 9. Check the flashing tray ink absorber.
Fill up the ink [Ink Filling] Perform the [Storage Wash] function for nozzle clogging when head cleaning or [Nozzle cleaning] does not work. In addition, when the [Nozzle cleaning] function or the [Storage Wash] function is performed, this may cause color mixture. Perform the [Ink Filling] function to discharge mixed color ink. STEPS: 1. Make sure that the FUNCTION mode is displayed. FUNCTION SETUP < ENT > 2. Press the [ ] or [ ] keys to select [MAINTENANCE].
Set up the ink of different type [Ink Change] Replace the filled ink with the other ink of different type. Outfit : • Washing liquid cartridge (Type: SPC-0422 or SPC-0188S) • New ink cartridges • Use the new cartridges. • If using the ink cartridges with small amount, the ink may run out while filling ink. • Only color ink allows to be replaced. Not for any discharge liquid. STEPS: 1. Make sure that the FUNCTION mode is displayed. FUNCTION SETUP < ENT > 2.
Set up the ink of different type [Ink Change] 9. Set up the washing liquid cartridge to all slots. 10. It automatically sucks up the washing liquid cartridge to clean up the ink drains. Set Washing Liq. 12563478-------- Washing 2/5 00: ∗∗ : ∗∗ 11. Remove the washing liquid cartridge from all slots. Remove Washings 12563478-------- 12. The washing liquid is ejected automatically to clean up the ink drains. Washing 13. Set up the washing liquid cartridge to all slots. 14.
18. After setting up the cartridge, the select screen of the ink type is displayed. Press the XY [ ] or [ ] keys to set the ink type. Ink Type Type :TPig Type :Acid Type :Reac Type :Disp 19. Press the [ENTER] key. 20. Ink filing is in execution. Filling 00: ∗ ∗ : ∗ ∗ Remaining time of filling is displayed per second. Initialize Please Wait 21. After filling, the machine enters the LOCAL X =1010 mode. - 5.
Displaying the firmware version [INFORMATION] Display the firmware versions of this machines and an interface. If trouble occurs, please inform the dealer or MIMAKI sales office of the contents of the trouble as well as this information. STEPS: 1. Make sure that the FUNCTION mode is displayed. 2. Press the [ ] or [ ] keys to select the [MAINTENANCE]. FUNCTION SETUP < ENT > FUNCTION MAINTENANCE < ENT > MAINTENANCE Station < ent > MAINTENANCE Information < ent > 3. Press the [ENTER] key. 4.
Execute the flushing and cleaning regularly [Routine Control] This function allows for the pigment ink for textile (TPig). Set time limits on the flushing and cleaning functions at regular time intervals to avoid nozzle clogging and clean off dust on the nozzle surface. Routine Flushing The routine flushing function is executed with the power on. Time set by the hour is available for 1 to 24 hrs with this function turns on. STEPS: 1. Make sure that the FUNCTION mode is displayed. 2.
Execute the flushing and cleaning regularly [Routine Control] Routine Cleaning The routine cleaning function is executed with the power on. Time set by the hour is available for 1 to 48 hrs with this function turns on. STEPS: 1. Make sure that the FUNCTION mode is displayed. FUNCTION SETUP < ENT > 2. Press the [ ] or [ ] keys to select [MAINTENANCE]. FUNCTION MAINTENANCE < ENT > 3. Press the [ENTER] key. MAINTENANCE Station < ent > 4. Press the [ ] or [ ] keys to select [Routine Ctrl].
Specifying the print head line [Use Head] Use this function if nozzle missing cannot be recovered even after repetitive cleaning or if plotting with higher quality is required. Divide the 16 (4x4) nozzles in the carriage into four horizontal rows to specify the print headline. The headline 3.4 is the discharge liquid head. You cannot specify it. STEPS: 1. Press the [ ] or [ ] keys to select [Use Head]. MAINTENANCE Use Head < ent > Use Head Head Line :L1234 head.
CHAPTER 6 When Abnormal Conditions Are Encountered Chapter 6 describes corrective measures to be taken in the case where an to be taken in case an abnormal condition arises and an error message appears on the display. Table of contents Abnormal conditions where no error massage appears ...................... 6.2 If image quality declines ....................................................................... 6.3 When printing trouble occurs in ........................................................... 6.
Abnormal conditions where no error massage appears Corrective measures for problems where no error message is given on the LCD are described in this section. Be sure to take the following measures before contacting MIMAKI. If the measures fail to fix the machine, contact your local MIMAKI distributor or MIMAKI office for service. The machine cannot be energized More often than not, this is due to improper connection of the power cable.
If image quality declines Corrective measures against problems where satisfactory image quality is not provided are described in this station. Take measures in accordance with actual state of the picture. If the measures fail fix the machine, contact your local MIMAKI distributor or MIMAKI office call for service. While lines/thin spots are obvious or dark stripes occur (In the direction of travel of the head) Corrective measure : Clean the head. ( Corrective measure : Clean the interior of the station.
When printing trouble occurs in Unable to discharge Corrective measure: 1. Make sure if the discharge liquid is filled. If not filling the discharge liquid, fill it up. Impaired discharge function Corrective measure: 1. Head expiration date has expired. If blowing ink occurs in nozzle check pattern after cleaning, the head expiration date has expired. Please contact the service call. Some strip streaks occur on the image with narrow print width Corrective measure: 1. Set the head return speed, SLOW.
Problems where error messages are given on the LCD If something is wrong with the machine, the buzzer sounds and a corresponding error message is given on the LCD. Take an appropriate corrective measure in accordance with the message. Errors accompanied by warnings These errors arise on the ink-related components. Warning message Cause Corrective measure Ink Cartridge 12345678ABCDEFGH Ink cartridge is not loaded on the ink station.
Warning message Cause Corrective measure Unidentified Ink 12345678ABCDEFGH The loaded ink cartridge is not MIMAKI genuine. Use the ink specified by MIMAKI. Ink Limit 12345678ABCDEFGH The ink cartridge will expire soon or has expired. Printing can be continued in file by-file basis by pressing the [REMOTE] key. However, it is recommended that you replace the ink cartridge is shown on the LCD with a new one.
Problems where error messages are given on the LCD Warning message Cause Below Operable Temperature Temperature is below operable condition. Temperature Evn. Temp is Low Temperature is below guaranteed. Temperature Evn. Temp is High Temperature is over below guaranteed. - 6.7 - Corrective measure Adjust environmental temperature.
Error messages Error messages contain error numbers. If any error message is given on the LCD, turn off the power to the machine for while and turn it back on. If the same error message appears again on the LCD, contact your local MIMAKI distributor or MIMAKI office to call for service. Warning message ERROR 01 MAIN ROM Cause Control circuit board is defective. ERROR 02 MAIN RAM ERROR 03 POWER +5V Control circuit board is defective.
Problems where error messages are given on the LCD Warning message ERROR 11 PARAMETER ERROR 14 COLOR COMMAND ERROR 20 I / F BOARD ERROR 21 THERE IS NO I / F Cause A parameter outside the range of acceptable numeric values is received. Corrective measure Check the host computer output setting. Strange color data has been received. Improper operation has been conducted on the operation panel. No I/F board is attached to the control board.
Warning message ERROR 46 WIPER ERROR 51 ORIGIN DETECTION Cause The wiper position is not correct. Origin could not be detected. - 6.10 - Corrective measure Turn off the power to the machine for a while and then turn it on. If the same error message appears again on the LCD, contact your local distributor for service.
APPENDIX This appendix describes the specifications of the machine and components and the structure of the function menu. Table of contents Basic specifications .............................................................................. A.2 Ink specification ................................................................................... A.4 Discharge liquid / Washing liquid specification .................................... A.5 Consumable items .......................................................
Basic specifications Item Printing head Drawing mode GP-1810D Method Piezo-electric drop-on demand Specification 6-heads Nozzle 4 colors x 720 nozzles Resolution 360, 540, 720 dpi Color 360 x 360 dpi : 2 / 4 / 8 passes, Unidirection / bidirection 360 x 540 dpi : 3 / 6 / 12 passes, Unidirection / bidirection 360 x 720 dpi : 4 / 8 / 16 passes, Unidirection / bidirection 720 x 720 dpi : 4 / 8 / 16 passes, Unidirection / bidirection Discharge Usable ink Color : Rear (2 x 2 lines) Discharge : Fr
Basic specifications Item Safety Standard GP-1810D VCCI-classA, FCC-classA, CBreport CE marking (EMC Directive, low-voltage Directive), ETL/cETL Power AC 200 – 240 V± 10% ( Auto voltage ), 50/60 Hz ± 1 Hz Power consumption 500VA Recomended 15 °C – 30 °C Environment Available temp. Humidity 40 – 65 % Rh (No condensation) Guaranteed temp.
Ink specification Item Specifications Form Exclusive ink cartridge Type Pigment ink for Textile / SPC-0350 series (K, M, C) Pigment ink for Textile / SPC-0435Y Acid dye ink / SPC-0355 series (K, M, C, Y) Disperse dye ink / SPC-0356 series (K, M, C, Y) Reactive dye ink / SPC-0357 series (K, M, C, Y) Contents of ink 210 – 220 cc per cartridge Shelf life Varies by the ink type.
Discharge liquid / Washing liquid specification Item Ink type Specifications Washing liquid (SPC-0422) Fill up when operatiom finished. Washing liquid (SPC-0188S) Used when replacing a ink cartidge.
Location of safety labels The following safety labels (10 kinds and 25 labels in total) have been attached to this machine. If any of them fall off or become illegible, contact MIMAKI local distributor for a replacement. All persons who install, operate and maintain this machine should understand and follow the safety precautions in these labels. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 2 7 1 1 7 2 6 3 7 5 7 6 - A.
Location of safety labels No. Order No. 1 M903968 2 LHDM-04 (Japanese) Label PED-04 (English) 3 M901469 4 M901607 5 M901549 6 M903226 (Japanese) M904325 (English) 7 LHCM-02 (Japanese) PEC-02 (English) - A.
Other labels 1 2 No. 1 Label MFR Label Serial No. ******** Serial Month Year Product Code 2 FDA Label - A.
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BOOT GP-1810D V∗.∗∗ Move up Z Move the table forward and discharge X origin Ink Cartridge 12345678ABCDEFGH ENTER Type No ink cartridge << LOCAL >> X= ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Y= ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Fillinging XY( 1/5 00:00:00 V Please Wait Ink Type :TPig V) : Acid,Reac,Disp Turn Valve1.3 To [DCG] –> [ENT] Display remaining time 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 Err Display 1234567890 Ink Near End 12--5678AB--EFGH Turn Valve2.
Function Flowchart Turn Valve2.4 To [CLOSE] –> [ENT] ENTER Initialize Please Wait Turn Valve1.3 To [WASH] –> [ENT] Fillinging ENTER 2/5 00:00:00 Initialize Please Wait Turn Valve1.3 To [CLOSE] –> [ENT] Display remaining time ENTER Fillinging 3/5 00:00:00 Turn Valve2.4 To [DCG] –> [ENT] ENTER Initialize Please Wait Display remaining time Turn Valve1.3 To [DCG] –> [ENT] ENTER Initialize Please Wait Fillinging 5/5 00:00:00 Display remaining time - A.
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Function Flowchart 12345678901234 12345678901234 12345678901234 If FUNC key 12345678901234 ENTER Ink Type Type Ver1.00 MRL-IIC :TPig Display current set ink Display FW ver and Command Error Info Display [V]Key X( ):Shows all currentry occurred err < < X( ):Shows currently SETUP condition ENTER OR Default Check OK ENTER SETUP Display [V]Key Default Check NG SET/LG/IK/MT/SV - A.
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Function Flowchart Filling 00:00:00 Filling Please Wait Shows remaining times - A.
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Function Flowchart Remove Cartridge 12345678– – – – – – – – Status verify Remove ink cartridge Washing 1/5 00:00:00 Proc end Set Washing Liq. 12345678 – – – – – – – – Set washing tools Discharge Ink Status verify Remove Washings 12345678– – – – – – – – Status verify Remove Washing tools Washing 3/5 00:00:00 Set Washing Liq.
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Function Flowchart Ver1.00 Ver ∗.∗∗ < < ) :OFF Routine Cleaning Cleaning :ON < ) :OFF X( ) ENTER :1–24h Routine Cleaning Interval :1h X( < < X( Routine Flushing Interval :1h < X( ENTER < Routine Flushing Flushing :ON ) < MAIN I/F :1–48h - A.
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Function Flowchart Initialize Please Wait ENTER Filling 00:00:00 Display remaining time Initialize Please Wait Filling 00:00:00 Display remaining time - A.
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