COLOR INKJET PRINTER OPERATION MANUAL This Operation Manual is usable for the firmware version 6.40 and later. MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. URL : http://www.mimaki.co.
Foreword Congratulations on your purchase of MIMAKI color ink jet printer “TS5-1600AMF” . The TS5-1600AMF is a color ink-jet printer for high quality printing with sublimation transfer ink (4color and 6-color) or solvent ink (4 /6 /7-color). How to read this Operation Manual The following documents are attached to TS5-1600AMF: Operation Manual (this document) Explains how to operate TS5-1600AMF. Read this Operation Manual carefully and make the most effective use of your printer.
CAUTION DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OF MIMAKI SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, AND MIMAKI NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES DEALER TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY OR MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTY IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PRODUCT WITHOUT MIMAKI’S PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT.
Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for Protection Of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75 National Devision. FCC Statement (USA) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Structure of this Operation Manual This manual consists of the following six chapters. TABLE OF CONTENTS Shows the contents of this manual. CHAPTER 1 Safety Precautions Describes the precautions to be taken for safe use of the printer. CHAPTER 2 Before Use Describes the names of parts and how to use the operation panel. CHAPTER 3 Printing Describes a series of operations and settings, ranging from power-on to end of printing.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS CAUTION FCC Statement (USA)........................................................................................ ii Interference to televisions and radios ......................................................... ii About media................................................................................................ ii Structure of this Operation Manual ................................................................ iii CHAPTER 1 Safety Precautions Checking the accessories .....
Carriage .................................................................................................2-10 Capping station ......................................................................................2-10 Cutter blade and cutting line ..................................................................2-11 Media sensor .........................................................................................2-11 Pinch rollers and Feed rollers .......................................................
Checking for nozzle clogging, and unclogging nozzles...........................3-22 Printing a test pattern (test printing).......................................................3-22 Relationship between head row and test pattern...................................3-23 If the printed pattern is abnormal (Cleaning)..........................................3-23 If nozzles cannot be unclogged [FILL UP INK] ......................................3-25 Correcting the media feed rate [MEDIA COMP.]...................
Before executing the [PUMP TUBE WASH] ...............................................4-19 PUMP tube cleaning .....................................................................................4-22 Wiper cleaning ..............................................................................................4-24 Cleaning the heads and their surrounding parts [CR.MAINTENANCE] ..4-27 Preventing nozzle clogging while power is off [SLEEP SET UP].............4-30 Refreshing interval during sleep mode [REFERSH] ..
If image quality is poor ..................................................................................5-4 White lines / blur (sprayed ink) / dark stripes (in the moving direction of the heads)......................................................5-4 Characters are double- or triple-printed in the media feed direction........5-4 Disagreement in print positions between outward trip and homeward trip (jet deviation) .....................................................................................
Applied settings of functions ......................................................................6-32 Settings of heaters .................................................................................6-32 Detailed settings of heaters ...................................................................6-33 How to operate function menus..................................................................6-35 Functions related to the cutter....................................................................
CHAPTER 1 Safety Precautions This chapter describes the precautions to be taken for safe use of the printer. Checking the accessories ......................................................1-2 Features .................................................................................1-4 Symbols .................................................................................1-7 Notes on Installation ..............................................................1-8 Connecting Power Supply ...................
1 Safety Precautions Checking the accessories The articles illustrated below are supplied with your printer as accessories. Check them for correct quantities and appearance. If you find any problems, please contact your distributor.
Checking the accessories Drying fan stay R : 1 Drying fan stay L : 1 Cleaning Solution bottle kit A29 : 1 (SPC-0137) Clean stick (with manual) : 12 Accessories Box : 1 Dry fan unit Box Dry fan assembly 160 : 1 Open and close cover assembly 160 : 1 Dry fan unit Box :1 1-3
1 Safety Precautions Features The features of the printer are described below. Understanding them together with the operating instructions given in this manual will help you use the machine properly. A new generation of print heads arranged in 4 staggered rows realize high-resolution super-high-speed printing Newly developed print heads each of which has 1,440 nozzles (180 nozzle x 8 rows) are employed and 1inch heads are arranged in four rows staggered from each other, realizing 4-inch print head width.
Features Easy maintenance The automatic capping system for the heads eliminates the need of head cleaning before turning off the power. Nozzles can be unclogged by performing the cleaning function. If the printer is not in use for a prolonged period of time, it automatically performs nozzle clogging preventive operation at fixed intervals. However, the main power must be left turned on. The printer counts the time when not in use.
1 Safety Precautions The nozzle missing automatic detection function reduces waste of media and ink that could be caused by faulty printing The printer automatically checks the printing result for nozzle missing after cleaning and during printing. And if necessary, it requires another cleaning or interruption of printing to prevent a waste of media and ink.
Symbols Symbols Pictorial signs are used in this Operation Manual for safe operation and for prevention of damage to the printer. Pictorial signs and their meanings are given below. Read and fully understand before reading the text. Icon Meaning Failure to observe the instructions given with this symbol will pose an imminent danger of death or serious injury to personnel. Be sure to read and observe the instructions for proper operation.
1 Safety Precautions Notes on Installation Where to install the printer 500 mm 1000 mm 500 mm 4120 mm Width Depth Height Gross weight 3120 mm 850 mm 1540 mm 398 kg max. Working environmental temperature Use the printer in an environment of 20-35 °C to ensure reliable printing. Depending on the ambient temperature, the heater temperature may not rise to the set value. 1-8 2900 mm (3050 mm) 1000 mm Secure a suitable installation space before assembling the printer.
Notes on Installation Notes on Location Do not locate the printer in any of the places listed below. A place exposed to direct sunlight A place where temperature or humidity varies significantly A place exposed to direct air flow from an air conditioner or the like.
1 Safety Precautions Moving the printer When the printer is to be moved by necessity, moving it is permitted only on the same floor where there is no steps. To move it, however, be sure to observe the following instructions: Before moving the printer, unlock the casters. When moving the printer, take care not to give a significant impact on it. After moving the printer, be sure to lock the casters again.
Connecting Power Supply Connecting Power Supply Printer specifications Single-phase 200 to 240 Vac 15 A or less (cannot be used with 100 V system) You are not allowed to install the printer by yourself. Be sure to request MIMAKI’s service personnel and an electrician to install the printer. For the power supply to the main body of the printer, electrical work is required as described below. Request an electrician to perform electrical work. Ensure that a wall outlet is available near the printer.
1 Safety Precautions Warning for Use WARNING Be sure to install a ventilator, if necessary, to ensure good ventilation in the room where the printer is to be operated. Be sure to use the printer with the power supply meeting the specifications. The power supply voltage of this printer is single phase 200-240 Vac, 15 A or less. (It cannot be used with 100 V system) Take care not to damage, break or work upon the power cable.
Warning for Use Precautions in Use CAUTION Power supply Leave the breaker turned ON. Do not turn OFF the main power switch on the rear face. Heater Do not spill liquid on the platen as this may cause failure of the heater or firing. Do not touch platen heaters with bare hand while it is hot; otherwise, you can get burned. When the printer is to be moved, wait until the heater temperature drops adequately. As a criterion, wait at least 30 minutes after you turn off the power to the heater.
1 Safety Precautions CAUTIONS and NOTES CAUTIONS and NOTES Handling of ink cartridges Use the genuine ink for this machine. 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. The printer does not operate with any ink other than the genuine ink for this machine. Do not use the genuine ink for this machine with other printers, as doing so may cause damage to such printers. Never refill the ink cartridge with ink.
Warning for Use CAUTIONS and NOTES Notes on maintenance It is strongly recommended to use the printer in a room that is not dusty. Set the Refresh level 2 or 3 when the printer is to be used in an unfavorable environment. (Refer to “REFRESH (p.6-10)” ) Keep the front cover closed even when the printer is not printing. If not, dust can accumulate on the nozzles in the heads. Dust in the heads can also cause drops of ink to fall suddenly down on the media during printing.
1 Safety Precautions Types of media that can be used The types of media that can be used with the printer are roll media and cut sheet media. The types and sizes of media that can be used with the printer are explained below. Recommended types of media When sublimation transfer ink is used. Sublimation transfer paper When solvent ink is used. Tarpaulin FF (Flexible Face) Weatherproof PVC Sizes of media that can be used Roll media Cut sheet media Maximum width 1630 mm (64.
Warning labels Warning labels Warning labels are stuck on the printer body. Be sure to fully understand the warning given on the labels. If a warning label is illegible due to stains or has come off, purchase a new one from your local distributor or our office. Locations of labels Front (Reorder: No.903239) (Reorder: No.903405) (Reorder: No.903330 Only when solvent ink is used.) (Reorder: No.901549) Rear (Reorder: No.903239) (Reorder: No.903968) (Reorder: No.
1 Safety Precautions Basic specifications Item Print head Method Drop-on-demand piezoelectric print heads Specification 4-heads Staggerds Drawing mode (scan x feed) Usable inks Ink supply Automatic switching between two ink cartridges integrated as one unit Dedicated solvent ink Leaf media size Margin Distance accuracy 1-18 6-color set of cartridges: Two 440 cc cartridges for each color, that is, 880 cc for each color (However, four 440-cc cartridges for each of magenta and cyan, that is, 1760
Basic specifications Item Specifications Head height adjustment Can be set by user steplessly in the range of 1.5 mm to 7 mm (media thickness is automatically recognized) Cutting of media Cutting of Y direction by the head cutter, Cutting accuracy (steps) : 0.5 mm or less.
1 Safety Precautions Specifications for ink Item Sublimation transfer ink Solvent ink Supply Sublimation transfer ink cartridge Dedicated solvent ink cartridges Color Black ink cartridge Blue ink cartridge Magenta ink cartridge Yellow ink cartridge Light blue ink cartridge Light magenta ink cartridge Black ink cartridge Cyan ink cartridge Magenta ink cartridge Yellow ink cartridge Light cyan ink cartridge Light magenta ink cartridge (Light black ink cartridge*1) Ink capacity 440 cc per cartridge
Basic specifications Notes on USB 2.0 Interface Your RIP must be compatible with USB 2.0. When two or more printers are connected to one personal computer When two or more printers (this machine) are connected to one personal computer, the personal computer may not recognize all the printers normally. Reconnect the unrecognized printer to another USB port, if available, and check to see if it is recognized. If the printer is not recognized even through the newly connected USB port, use USB 2.
1 Safety Precautions Notes on data output from USB memory When spool data stored on USB memory is to be output for printing, the data is transferred to the printer at a low speed. That can cause the head unit to stop temporarily at the right or left end during printing.
CHAPTER 2 Before Use This chapter describes the names of parts and how to use the operation panel. Configurations and Functions ................................................2-2 Operation Panel ...................................................................2-14 Modes and Menu Screens ...................................................2-20 About Function Menus .........................................................
2 Before Use Configurations and Functions Front 1 2 3 11 12 13 4 14 5 15 6 7 16 8 17 9 10 2-2 18
Configurations and Functions Name Function 1 Ink station Set the specified ink cartridges in the ink station. 2 Ink cartridges Each cartridge contains an ink of a particular color. 3 Cartridge LEDs The LEDs (green and red) in each slot indicate the cartridge status. 4 Maintenance cover L Open the maintenance cover L and/or maintenance cover R when doing so is required for maintenance. Even when the power switch is off, keep all covers closed.
2 Before Use Rear 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 Name 2-4 Function 1 Ink cartridge for cleaning Use this cartridge when performing maintenance. When using solvent ink, use MILD SOLVENT cleaning solution cartridge (SPC-0294). When using sublimation transfer ink, use water-based cleaning solution cartridge (SPC-0259). 2 Clamp lever (rear) Interlocked with the clamp lever in the font of the printer. 3 Media support bar This bar facilitates setting a roll media in position.
Configurations and Functions Front cover and Maintenance covers Opening/closing the front cover and maintenance covers Do not open any of the front cover and maintenance covers during printing operation. Opening any cover during printing, carriage will stop for safety and image printing will stop, which can not be resumed from the interrupted point. When the screen below appears, restart the printer and computer by the following procedure. Close a cover.
2 Before Use Relationships between ink station and head row The carriage mounts four heads each with eight rows of nozzles. One color ink is applied to each row of nozzles. Remember these relationships when checking the heads for clogged nozzles, replacing ink cartridge and replenishing inks. And cartridges of ink station are different from the selection of ink set (4 /6 /7 color ink set) when the full up ink is performed.
Configurations and Functions When solvent ink is used K Black M Magenta C Cyan Y Yellow Lc Light Cyan Lm Light Magenta Lk Light Black 4 color ink set 6 color ink set 7 color ink set Lk Lk Head when ink is set 4 colors Head when ink is set 6 colors Head when ink is set 7 colors 4 color ink set Four ink cartridges for each color. 6 color ink set Two ink cartridge for each of K, Y, Lc and Lm and four ink cartridges for each of M and C.
2 Before Use Cartridge control The printer uses two ink cartridges for each supply system (each nozzle row), i.e., 16 cartridges in total. For each supply system, always only one cartridge of the two works as the supply cartridge. Switching is made between the two cartridges so that the two cartridge locations are selected alternately for the supply cartridge. Cartridge LED Cartridge LEDs The LEDs (green and red) in each slot indicate the cartridge status.
Configurations and Functions Relationship between warning and operation When switching in one supply system is impossible, the LCD panel displays the warning concerning the current supply cartridge.
2 Before Use Carriage The carriage is provided with the ink heads for printing, the cutter unit for cutting off the sheet of media, etc. Cutter unit Capping station The capping station consists of the ink caps, the wiper for cleaning the heads, etc. The ink caps prevent the nozzles in the ink heads from drying up. The wiper cleans the nozzles in the heads. The wiper is consumable. If the wiper is deformed or the media is stained, replace the wiper with a new one.
Configurations and Functions Cutter blade and cutting line The carriage is provided with a cutter unit for cutting off the media that has been printed on. The cutter cuts off the sheet of media along the cutting line on the platen. (Refer to “Cutting the media after completion of printing (p.3-35)” ) , (Refer to “AUTO CUT (p.6-9)” ) Cutter unit Cutter blade Cutting line Media sensor The media sensor detects the presence of the media and the media length.
2 Before Use Pinch rollers and Feed rollers This printer retains the media with the pinch rollers and feed rollers. During printing operation, the feed rollers feed the media forward. While the printer is not being used, raise the clamp lever to keep the pinch roll- ers in the raised position. If the pinch rollers are left lowered for an extended period of time, they can be deformed and fail to securely retain the media.
Configurations and Functions Heater The following three heaters are built in platen. When sublimation transfer ink is used Not used. Pre-heats the media being drawn and prevents the sharp increase of temperature at the printing part. Not used. Improves the quality of images at the time of printing. pre-heater print heater post-heater When solvent ink is used Dries the ink after printing. LEDs indicate the turning ON/OFF and status of the respective heaters.
2 Before Use Operation Panel Use the operation panel to make settings for printing or operate the printer. The operation panel is equipped with one lamps (a) to indicate the status of the printer, two displays (b), eight keys (c) to be used for various operations, seven direct keys (d) to facilitate invoking various functions, and two keys and seven lamps (e) to control the three heater.
Operation Panel Display Each setting or message displayed on the LCDs is enclosed in [ ], like [TYPE 1], [PLEASE WAIT], etc. in the text of this manual. The operation keys are shown enclosed in brackets [ ]. [ ] indicates that the down JOG key is to be pressed. The name of any other operation key is shown enclosed in brackets [ ], like [FUNCTION]. How to read the display The LCDs give information as shown below depending on the status of the printer.
2 Before Use Item / setting value indicating status The LCDs show the particular operation for a selected job. Choose a head to fill. FILL UP INK HEAD SELECT : 12. 34 Display 1 Display 2 Display 1 : There may be a case where nothing is displayed, depending on the selected item; this does not mean a malfunction of the display. Display 2 : The indication in the upper area shows the job name or the like. The indication in the lower left area shows the selected item for the job.
Operation Panel How to read the LED indications The LEDs light up to indicate the status of the printer as described below. BUSY lamp Pre-heater Print heater HEAT SW lamp Post-heater Heater Name Name -- -Pre-heater Print heater Post-heater Function BUSY lamp Lights up when the printer is currently executing some processing. While this lamp is lit, never open any cover of the printer and never operate any key; otherwise, the printer may develop trouble.
2 Before Use How to use the keys The functions of the operation panel are described below.
Operation Panel Name 1 JOG keys [ ] , [ ] , [ ] , [ ] Function Use these keys to shift the carriage or the media in [LOCAL mode]. Also use them to select an item of printing conditions. 2 [FUNCTION] key Use this key to display function setting menu. 3 [REMOTE] key Use this key to switch between [REMOTE mode] and [LOCAL mode]. 4 [END] key Cancels the last input value or returns the setting menu to the immediate higher level of the hierarchy.
2 Before Use Modes and Menu Screens Modes This printer is provided with the following four modes: NOT-READY mode This is the mode in which the media has not been detected yet. The keys other than the [REMOTE] key and the [TEST DRAW] key are effective. LOCAL mode The printer enters this mode when the media has been detected. All the keys are effective. The printer can receive data from the computer. However, it does not perform printing.
About Function Menus About Function Menus Basic operation of a menu screen This printer incorporates various functions, which can be operated on the operation panel. The [FUNCTION Mode] permits operating the functions for settings of the system and optional units, cleaning of the heads, test printing and so on. In addition, pressing direct keys will invoke various built-in functions quickly.
2 Before Use Operation to set function menus To set a function menu, press the [FUNCTION] key in LOCAL mode and press [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] or [ENTER] key as appropriate. If the printer is not in LOCAL mode, press the [REMOTE] key once. How to make setting As an example of setting procedure, that for [SET UP] → [AUTO CLEANING] is described below. STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. When in REMOTE mode XXX-XX 2 Press the [FUNCTION] key.
About Function Menus 4 Press the [ ] or [ ] key to set ON/OFF of automatic cleaning. 5 Press the [FUNCTION] key again if the setting of [CLEANING INTERVAL] and [CLEANING TYPE] is needed. This setting is permitted only when automatic cleaning [ON] is selected. 6 Press the [FUNCTION] key to go to the lower level of hierarchy and press the [ ] or [ ] key to input [CLEANING INTERVAL].
2 Before Use Outline of menu hierarchy Function menu Press the [FUNCTION] key to invoke the function menu. *2 To be displayed only when the warning or error message for "Flushing BOX Cleaning" *3 Only when solvent ink is used.
About Function Menus *1 Only when sublimation transfer ink is used.
2 Before Use Direct keys Pressing direct keys will easily invoke frequently used functions.
About Function Menus Setting values in function menus The menus contain the following functions. SET UP functions Function name Sub function Setting value Function MEDIA COMP. (p. 3-27) -255 to 255 Corrects the feed rate of media. MediaFeed SETUP (p. 6-5) FEED METHOD DIRECT, NORMAL Switches between methods for detecting the feed rate of media. SPEED SWITCHING 200% to 10% Sets the media feed rate. MOVEMENT TEST HEATER (p. 3-15) (p. 6-32) SET TEMP. SET TIME PRINT MODE (p.
2 Before Use Function name VACUUM (p. 6-10) PRIORITY (p. 6-10) Sub function STRONG, STOP TIMER STANDARD, Little WEAK, WEAK Press [FUNCTION] key to set items on the right. 0 - 60 min, CONTINUE Function Sets the absorbability of the media. Also sets the time to stop the vacuum fan after printing. OFF Media is not vacuumed. ALL HOST Sets the priority of settings (host / panel). ALL PANEL INDIVIDUALLY AUTO CLEANING (p. 3-37) Setting value ON Press [FUNCTION] key to set items on the right.
About Function Menus MAINTENANCE functions Function name ST.MAINTENANCE Sub function CARRIAGE OUT (Can be selected directly by pressing [ST.MAINT] key.) (p. 4-7) Setting value Function Move the carriage when cleaning the inside of the station and replacing consumables. Do not move the carriage out of the capping station by hand. Select the [ST.MAINTENANCE] - [CARRIAGE OUT] to move the carriage. WIPER EXCHANGE (p. 4-48) (Can be selected directly by pressing [ST.MAINT] key.
2 Before Use Function name Sub function Setting value FLUSHING BOX CLEANING COMP. (p. 4-45) BOX EXCHANGE LV (p. 4-42) To be performed in order to let the equipment recognize that the cleaning of the flushing box has been performed. 5/5 to 1/5 5/5 to 1/5 FILTER EXC. LV. (p. 4-52) [Only when dedicated sublimation transfer ink is used.] 2-30 Function Changes the time for cleaning or replacing of flushing box. Changes the time for replacing the filter on the flushing box. DROP.
About Function Menus Function name Sub function ROUTINE SETUP ROUTINE WIP- SCAN COUNT ING (p. 4-33) Setting value Function 0 to 9990 times With the power turned on, the printer performs various operations at fixed intervals to prevent such trouble as nozzle clogging, nozzle missing, ink drops falling or ink spraying. Set the number of times scanning can be performed before the nozzle surface wiping operation is to be performed to remove condensation. TEMP.
2 Before Use MACHINE SET functions Function name DRY & EXHST. FAN (p. 6-20) Sub function DRYNESS FAN STOP TIME RENEW Setting value 0 to 240 Min, CONTINUE ON, OFF Outside EXHST STOP TIME 0 to 240 Min, CONTINUE Displays about dryRENEW ness fan interlock if SETUP INTERit is interlocked. Press [FUNCLOCK TION] key to switch to independent operation, and to set items on the right.
About Function Menus Function name Sub function Setting value Function CART.PRIORITY (p. 3-49) INK LEVEL, EXP. DATE Set the cartridge status to use first in the double cartridge automatic switching function. Test Draw Arrange (p. 6-25) FEED Dir, SCAN Dir. Set the arrange direction of the test pattern to be drawn when performing test drawing repeatedly. MEDIA DETECT ThicknessDETECT (p. 6-11) AUTO, MANUAL Set how to detect media thickness performed prior to the detection of media width.
2 Before Use NCU functions Function name Sub function NOZZLE CHECK (p. 6-29) Setting value ON, OFF NG ACTION (*1) CONTINUE [DURING THE CLEANDRAW] (p. 6-29) ING&CONT CLEANING TYPE NORMAL, SOFT, HARD CLEANING&STOP CLEANING TYPE NORMAL, SOFT, HARD Function Set whether or not to perform nozzle missing detection. Set the operation of the printer to be performed during printing in case a certain level of nozzle missing is detected and thus NG judgment is made.
CHAPTER 3 Printing This chapter describes a series of operations and settings, ranging from power-on to end of printing. Operation flow ........................................................................3-2 Turning the power on .............................................................3-3 Adjusting the head gap ..........................................................3-5 Setting the media on the printer .............................................3-7 Selecting and checking printing conditions ..
3 Printing Operation flow The following shows a series of operations and settings, ranging from power-on to end of printing. For details, refer to the appropriate page. Turning the power on p. 3-3 Adjusting the head gap p. 3-5 Setting the media on the printer p. 3-7 Operating the heaters p. 3-15 Checking for nozzle clogging, and unclogging nozzles p. 3-22 3-2 Correcting the media feed rate [MEDIA COMP.] p. 3-27 Printing an image p. 3-33 Turning the power off p.
Turning the power on Turning the power on Turn the power on. Make sure that the front cover and maintenance covers are all closed. If any of the covers is open, the printer does not start up properly. STEPS: 1 Turn on the power to the printer. Press the power switch located on the front of the printer once. When the power is turned on, the LCD panel displays [BOOT] first and then displays the firmware version number. BOOT ∗Being Initialized∗ NOT POW-OFF !! XXX-XXXX V ∗.
3 Printing Power Switches The printer is provided with the following two power switches. Power switch Main power switch Front of the printer body Rear of the printer body Main power switch : Located on the rear of the printer. Normally, leave this switch turned on. If this switch is left turned off, nozzles in the heads may be clogged. There may be a case where nozzles cannot be unclogged easily. Power switch : Located on the front of the printer. Normally, use this switch.
Adjusting the head gap Adjusting the head gap Set the head gap (height from the media to the nozzle plane of the heads). When the carriage is to move above the platen for printing or maintenance, it moves while keeping the head gap at the preset value. The upper limit of the head gap varies with media thickness. Available setting values: [1.5 mm to 7.0 mm] (in units of 0.1 mm / Default : 1.5 mm) This function performs only setting the head gap; this function does not move the heads up and down.
3 Printing How to check the head gap Check the head gap by the following procedure. STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L. ∗ > width : ∗∗∗∗ mm 2 Press the [ENTER] key twice. The information of the current head status is displayed. MEDIA WIDTH Twice 1000mm HEAD GAP 2.0 mm MEDIA THICK 0.3 mm 3 Press the [END] key. The printer returns to LOCAL mode. L.
Setting the media on the printer Setting the media on the printer This printer can be used with roll media and cut sheet media. Use the media recommended by MIMAKI. (Refer to “Sizes of media that can be used (p.1-16)” ) If a transparent media is set, the message [ERROR 50 MEDIA DETECT] is dis- played and the media may not be detected. If the media is exposed to direct sunshine, the media width may not be detected correctly.
3 Printing Changing the angular position of the drying fan The angular position of the drying fan can be changed in two steps to meet the drying condition of the media. Change the position if necessary. Set the media with both the covers of the printer body and front exhaust unit open. STEPS: 1 Loosen the upper knob screws at both sides of the drier fan. 2 Select a angle as setting. 3 Retighten the knobs.
Setting the media on the printer Setting roll media on the printer The procedure for setting roll media on the printer is described below. Installation procedure 1 Set a media referring to the separate manual “When AMF Unit is used”. 2 Press the [ ] key to select [ROLL]. After detecting the media, the printer returns to LOCAL mode. (Refer to “LOCAL mode (p.
3 Printing When the media thickness cannot be detected There may be a case where the media thickness cannot be detected properly depending on the media. In such a case, the media thickness must be input manually. STEPS: 1 An error is displayed, and the carriage returns to the station. ∗∗∗∗∗ ERROR 50 ∗∗∗∗∗ THICKNESS DETECT 2 Input a value of the media thickness using the [ ] or [ ] key and press the [ENTER] key. Initial value: 0.1 mm; Input range: 0.1 mm to 1.0 mm The thickness of the media is inputted.
Setting the media on the printer When [MEDIA RESIDUAL] of [MAINTENANCE] function has been set to ON STEPS: 1 Detection is completed, and the carriage returns to the station. 2 Input a value of the media length using the [ ] or [ ] key and press the [ENTER] key. Input of MediaLength MEDIA LENGTH = 50 m 3 However, only press the [END] key when the value to be input is identical with the previously input value.
3 Printing Setting cut sheet media on the printer Unlike roll media, cut sheet media need not be retained with the roll holders. Take care not to set cut sheet media skew. STEPS: 1 Open the front cover and raise the clamp lever. 2 Insert the cut sheet media between the platen and the pinch rollers. Pinch roller Platen 3 Hold the media with the media press lightly, not to be lifted the media.
Setting the media on the printer 4 Push down the clamp lever. Clamp lever 5 Press the [ENTER] key and close the front cover. The printer performs initial operation and displays the screen for media selection. 6 Press the [ ] key and select [LEAF]. After detecting the media, the printer returns to LOCAL mode. (Refer to “LOCAL mode (p.
3 Printing Selecting and checking printing conditions When the Type 1 to Type 4 printing conditions have already been registered, only selecting an appropriate Type is required to switch between the settings to meet the desired printing. How to select a user type STEPS: (Setting by [FUNCTION] key) 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [SET UP] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L.
Operating the heaters Operating the heaters When shipped from the plant, all heaters are set to OFF. Switch the heater ON and set the temperature as required. Turning on the power to the heaters Press the [HEAT SW] key on the operation panel to turn on the power to the heaters. The HEAT lamps are lit orange while the heaters are in heating operation, respectively. The CONSTANT lamps light up green when the temperatures of the heaters reach the preset temperature, respectively.
3 Printing Checking the preset temperature and setting a temperature during printing This section describes how to adjust the heater temperatures which have already been set in FUNCTION mode (Refer to “Setting the temperatures and standby time of heaters (p.6-34)” ). STEPS: 1 Make sure that the Heater Switch is turned ON. The HEAT lamps are lit orange while the heaters are in heating operation, respectively.
Operating the heaters What is beading ? Beading is a phenomenon that adjacent dots attracts each other and join. Beading causes speckled patterns or stripes along printing passes (banding.) Example of beading The area in 100% magenta looks fine. Generally, the area in 70-100% single color is easily affected by the unevenness of media feed rate. The print shown here, free from unevenness of color in the vicinity of 100% magenta area, signifies that media feeding has been adjusted properly.
3 Printing Temperature adjustment This section describes the procedure for setting the heater temperatures properly. The proper heater temperatures depend on the media type and ambient temperature. Set temperatures that are appropriate to the media. For non-coated media or media on which ink is slow to dry, set the heater temperatures so that the ink fixing and drying characteristics will be improved. Set the heater temperatures (p. 6-32) Move the media back and forth with [ ] and [ ] keys.
Operating the heaters In case of heater trouble When the Power Switch of the heaters is turned off, or if heaters have developed problem, the display turns as shown below. For recovery from trouble, refer to “Warning messages” of “CHAPTER 5 In Case of Trouble”. (Refer to “Warning messages (p.
3 Printing Setting the reference value for dot misalignment correction [PG DROP ADJUST.] Correct the difference in the ink fall points between outward trip and homeward trip. Set the reference value for the automatic adjustment to be made when the head gap is changed. Print eight types of test patterns, compare the ink fall points of outward trip and those of homeward trip and adjust dot positions. On completion of [PG DROP ADJUST.] during use of a roll media, the media returns to the printing origin.
Setting the reference value for dot misalignment correction [PG DROP ADJUST.] 5 Press the [ ] or [ ] key to correct the dot position of pattern 1. Select the correct dot position on [PATTERN 1] using the JOG key [ ] or [ ]. Select the dot position where the dots of outward trip and those of homeward trip form a straight line on the test pattern. Input COMP value. -40.0 - +40.0 PG DROP ADJUST. PATTERN1 = 0.0 Input range: Patterns 1 to 8 -40.0 to 40.
3 Printing Checking for nozzle clogging, and unclogging nozzles Print a test pattern and check to see if there is no faulty print due to clogged nozzles. If any, execute the cleaning function. To print a test pattern on a cut sheet media, use a media whose size is not smaller than 350 mm in width and 600 mm in length (dimension in the media feed direction). After test printing on a roll media, pressing the [REMOTE] or [FUNCTION] key will return the media to the printing origin.
Checking for nozzle clogging, and unclogging nozzles Relationship between head row and test pattern The relations between head row and test pattern print position are as follow. Head 1 Head 2 Head 3 Pattern of head 1 Head 4 Pattern of head 2 Media advance direction Pattern of head 1 Pattern of head 4 If the printed pattern is abnormal (Cleaning) STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L. ∗ > width : ∗∗∗∗ mm 2 Press the [CLEANING] key.
3 Printing 4 Select a cleaning method using the [ ] or [ ] key. Type: NORMAL SOFT HARD CLEANING TYPE NORMAL SOFT HARD : NORMAL Select this if any line is missing. Select this if any line is bent. Select this if inferior printing cannot be improved even by [NORMAL] or [SOFT] cleaning. 5 Press the [ENTER] key. Cleaning starts. The second line of the lower LCD shows the progress of the operation as increase in the number of * marks . On completion of cleaning, the printer returns to LOCAL mode.
Checking for nozzle clogging, and unclogging nozzles If nozzles cannot be unclogged [FILL UP INK] Execute the [FILL UP INK] function when the blocked nozzles are not unclogged even by executing head cleaning (See 3-23) and nozzle washing (Refer to “Cleaning the nozzle [NOZZLE WASH] (p.410)” ). STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [MAINTENANCE] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L.
3 Printing 4 Press the [ENTER] key. Ink filling is started automatically. On completion of ink filling, the printer returns to the following display. More than 20 seconds remaining FILL UP INK 00:40 Less than 20 seconds remaining FILL UP INK HD.MAINTENANCE ∗∗∗∗∗∗∗−−−−−−−−−−− FILL UP INK 5 Press the [END] key several times. The printer returns to LOCAL mode. L.
Correcting the media feed rate [MEDIA COMP.] Correcting the media feed rate [MEDIA COMP.] The media feed rate changes when the media type or any heater temperature is changed, or depending on whether the take-up device is used or not. Be sure to correct the media feed rate. If the correction value is not appropriate, stripes may appear on the print, thus resulting in a poor print.
3 Printing 3 By judging from the output pattern, enter a correction value using the [ ] or [ ] key. A change of the value of [VALUE] by 6 will move the band by about 0.01 mm. Remember this when determining the correction value. About 0.01mm changes with 6. [1]MEDIA COMP. VALUE Correction value: -255 ~ 255 =0 Clearance Overlap Correction value is too large Correction value is too small 4 Press the [ENTER] key to register the correction value. About 0.01mm changes with 6. [1]MEDIA COMP.
If dots are not in alignment [DROP.POScorrect] If dots are not in alignment [DROP.POScorrect] Dots may be slightly out of alignment even after [PG DROP ADJUST.] is made. In this case, execute [DROP.POScorrect] to correct the dot position. [DROP.POScorrect] corrects the difference in the ink fall points between outward trip and homeward trip. Correct the difference in the ink fall points between outward trip and homeward trip. When the head gap is changed, dot positions are adjusted automatically.
3 Printing 5 Press the [ ] or [ ] key to correct the dot position of pattern 1. Select the correct dot position on [PATTERN 1] using the JOG key [ ] or [ ]. Select the dot position where the dots of outward trip and those of homeward trip form a straight line on the test pattern. Input COMP value. -40.0 - +40.0 DROP.POScorrect PATTERN1 = 0.0 Input range: Patterns 1 to 4 -40.0 to 40.0 The dots at the fourth position counted from the zero position in the positive direction form a straight line.
Effective Plotting Area Effective Plotting Area The printer has an area where printing is not permitted, for mechanical reasons. This area is called “non-printing area”. 0 mm 15 mm Effective printing area 200 mm 15 mm 15 mm Effective printing area 15 mm Media feeding direction 150 mm *1 Roll media 150 mm Cut sheet media The initial value of the right and left non-printing area of media is 15 mm each. The effective printing area can be changed by changing the non-printing area.
3 Printing Establishing the Origin Establish the origin for printing the data on the media loaded on the printer. When printing requires an area other than that defined by the established origin, set the origin at another point by following the origin setting procedure again. STEPS: 1 Once the media detection is completed, move the carriage and media using the JOG keys [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] so that the carriage is located at the position where the origin is to be established. L.
Printing an image Printing an image Starting the printing operation The following describes mode switching for receiving data from the computer and indications on the LCDs during printing. For settings for various functions, refer to “Chapter 6 Operation for Functions”. Before printing on a roll media, make sure that the roll media in the rear of the printer is not slackened.
3 Printing STEPS: 1 Check the heater temperatures. Make sure that the CONSTANT lamps on the heater panel are lit. (See 3-16) 2 Press the [REMOTE] key. The printer enters REMOTE mode. The currently selected type (printing conditions) can be confirmed. (Refer to “Registering printing conditions in a lump (type registration) (p.6-2)” ) R. ∗ > ∗∗.∗∗ m 3 Transmit the data from the computer. The printing conditions that have been set for the data are displayed.
Printing an image Cutting the media after completion of printing After completion of printing, cut the media at any desired position without using the [AUTO CUT] function. Do not turn off the main power switch at the rear of the printer even after com- pletion of printing. If the main power switch is turned off, nozzles may be clogged. When the current head height is 4.1 mm or more, media cutting cannot be performed.
3 Printing When [ ] key is allocated to Direct Cut Key in [MEDIA CUT] of [MACHINE SET] function. STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L. ∗ > width : ∗∗∗∗ mm 2 Press the [ ] key. MEDIA CUT 3 Press the [ENTER] key. The media is fed automatically until the printed image passes the cut line and then cut. MEDIA CUT MEDIA CUTTING PLEASE WAIT 4 The printer returns to LOCAL mode.
Printing an image Automatic cleaning Setting can be made to select whether or not to clean the heads automatically during printing. Reliable output results are always ensured if the heads are always kept clean. The first cleaning is performed immediately before the first printing after the printer is started. Then subsequent cleaning is performed every printing on the specified length of media.
3 Printing 4 Press the [FUNCTION] key. CLEANING INTERVAL 10 - 10000mm INTERVAL : TYPE 1000mm : NORMAL 5 At this point, either of [CLEANING INTERVAL] and [CLEANING TYPE] can be selected by pressing the [ ] or [ ] key. CLEANING INTERVAL CLEANING TYPE 10 - 10000mm SOFT / NORMAL / HARD INTERVAL : TYPE INTERVAL : TYPE 1000mm : NORMAL 1000mm : NORMAL 6 Set the value of [CLEANING INTERVAL] using the [ ] or [ ] key.
Printing an image Maintenance while Printing The auto cleaning or auto wiping while printing will be set. Head cleaning or wiping will be performed while printing, preventing the defective printing in advance. CLEANING : Cleaning of the head is automatically performed while printing WIPING : Wiping of the head is automatically performed while printing. OFF : No cleaning or wiping will be performed while printing.
3 Printing 4 Press the [FUNCTION] key. CLEANING INTERVAL 0.1 - 100.0m INTERVAL : TYPE 0.1m : NORMAL 5 At this point, either of [CLEANING INTERVAL] and [CLEANING TYPE] can be selected by pressing the [ ] or [ ] key. CLEANING INTERVAL CLEANING TYPE 0.1 - 100.0m SOFT / NORMAL / HARD INTERVAL : TYPE INTERVAL : TYPE 0.1m : NORMAL 0.1m : NORMAL 6 Set the value of [CLEANING INTERVAL] using the [ ] or [ ] key.
Printing an image When setting to WIPING. STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L. ∗ > width : ∗∗∗∗ mm 2 Select [SET UP] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. When the following display is shown, press the [ENTER] key. FUNCTION SET UP SET UP SELECT : TYPE 1 3 Select [AUTO CLEANING] by pressing the [ ] key 14 times and press the [ENTER] key. With [ ],[ ] keys, select CLEANING.
3 Printing Display of [INK NEAR END] or [INK END] A message appears when one of the two ink cartridges in a set is completely empty and the other is nearly empty. Once the [INK NEAR END] message appears, printing can be continued but the ink may run out during printing. Immediately replace the relevant ink cartridge with a new one. Once the red one of Cartridge LEDs starts flashing or [NEAR END] is indicated on the LCD, replace the ink cartridge without delay.
Display of [INK NEAR END] or [INK END] STEPS FOR REPLACEMENT When a cartridge LED (red) is lit or flashing, replace the cartridge immediately. Never remove any cartridge if there is no cartridge to be installed in place of the cartridge to be removed. If any cartridge is kept removed without another one installed instead of the removed one, the ink supply path will dry, thus resulting in a malfunction of the printer.
3 Printing Display ink information The remaining amount of ink can be checked. STEPS: 1 Press the [ENTER] key while the printer is in REMOTE mode. The remaining amount of ink is displayed in nine steps using numbers 1 to 9. “1” indicates that only a little amount of ink is remaining. The higher the number, the more the remaining amount of ink. Also you can check the ink type currently used. R. ∗ > ∗∗.∗∗ m Sb51INK MBYKKYBM REMAIN 34567899 2 Press the [ENTER] key. The printer returns to REMOTE mode.
Change the operation condition of the ambient temperature Change the operation condition of the ambient temperature If you print in the status that the temperature of the place in which the machine has installed (ambient temperature) is out of the usable temperature range, ink discharging defect or changing color may occur, and it adversely affects the printing quality.
3 Printing 5 Press the [END] key several times. The printer returns to LOCAL mode. L. ∗ > [JV5-01] width : ∗∗∗∗ mm Operation when selecting [Wait arrival] • After displaying the error, the machine displays the message to inform you that it waits until the ambient temperature becomes within the usable rage. ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 120 ∗∗∗∗ ENVIRONMENT TEMP (LO) ENVIRONMENT TEMP (LO) ENVIRONMENT TEMP (LO) PLEASE WAIT • When you start drawing while the machine waits for arrival, press the [ENTER] key.
Extension of Ink Expiry Month Extension of Ink Expiry Month Ink expiry month can be extended for six months from the expired month. When used without extension, ink becomes unusable after two months of the expiry month. The following setting or confirmation screen appears when the power of this machine is turned on, or when expired ink cartridge is set. An ink cartridge that is once set [YES] for extension cannot be changed the set- ting.
3 Printing When a cartridge extended the expiry month is set When a cartridge extended the expiry month is set and the power is turned on, or when a cartridge extended the expiry month is set to this machine, the following screen appears. EXPIRED INK IN USE PRESS [ENT] alternately displayed NOT RECOMMENDED !! PRESS [ENT] To check expired ink, press the [FUNCTION] key while displaying the screens above alternately.
Switch Setting of Ink Supply Path Switch Setting of Ink Supply Path For the ink supply, condition of the ink cartridge to be used first by the double-cartridge automatic switching function can be selected. When expired ink cartridge is set, the expired cartridge is used first regardless of the setting below. When the optional bulk ink system (MBIS1) is used and the MBIS1 is set in both slots, the setting below is effective.
3 Printing When both ink cartridge and MBIS1 are used When both an ink cartridge and the optional bulk ink system (MBIS1) are set in the supply paths of the same color, you can select the ink to be used first. Usually, when both an ink cartridge and the bulk ink system (MBIS1) are set in the supply path of the same color, the ink in the bulk ink system (MBIS1) is used first. If supply path does not have both ink cartridge and the bulk ink system (MBIS1), this function cannot be set.
Turning the power off Turning the power off After completing all desired operations with the printer, press the power switch on the front of the printer to turn the power off. Before turning the power off, make sure that the printer is not receiving any data from the computer and that the printer has no data that has not been output yet. Also make sure that the heads are located at the capping station. Do not turn off the main power switch on the rear face.
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CHAPTER 4 Daily Care This chapter describes the recovery procedure for ink clogging and the cleaning procedure for each section. Routine Maintenance .............................................................4-2 Cleaning the wiper and ink caps [CARRIAGE OUT] ..............4-7 Cleaning the nozzle [NOZZLE WASH] ................................4-10 Cleaning the ink discharge passage [DISWAY WASH] .......4-13 When the operation of the printer is to be suspended for a long time [CUSTODY WASH] ...............
4 Daily Maintenance Routine Maintenance Be sure to perform maintenance of the printer periodically or whenever necessary so that the printer can be used with its inherent accuracy for a long time. Precautions in cleaning Icon Meaning When using the Cleaning Solution Bottle Kit A29, be sure to wear the supplied protective glasses. When performing cleaning, be sure to wear gloves so that no ink will come in contact with your skin. Never disassemble the printer.
Routine Maintenance Notes on cleaning solution Use the cleaning liquid dedicated for the ink being used.
4 Daily Maintenance Cleaning the media sensor Using a cotton swab, clean the surface of the sensor of dust and dirt. Cleaning the media press If media chips and dust accumulate between the media press and platen, there may be a case where media cannot be fed normally or chips or dust may adhere to nozzles, thus disturbing normal printing. To avoid such trouble, be sure to perform cleaning frequently.
Routine Maintenance Opening the maintenance cover Remove a maintenance cover to clean the inside of the printer. It is necessary to remove the appropriate one of the right and left maintenance cover, depending on the part to be cleaned. Remove one of the maintenance covers by the following procedure. After removing the maintenance cover, take care not to touch the reading sur- face of the linear encoder scale. In addition, take care that the reading surface is not soiled or scratched.
4 Daily Maintenance STEPS: 1 Remove the top two screws for the maintenance cover. 2 With the shaft of the frame as the fulcrum, turn over the maintenance cover toward the front so that it is placed in the vertical position. 3 Pull out the maintenance cover upward.
Cleaning the wiper and ink caps [CARRIAGE OUT] Cleaning the wiper and ink caps [CARRIAGE OUT] The ink caps prevent the nozzles in the heads from drying and thus being clogged. The wiper wipes off the ink adhering to the surface of nozzles. As the printer is used, the wiper and ink caps gradually become stained with ink and dust. If nozzle missing cannot be corrected even after executing the CLEANING function (Refer to “If the printed pattern is abnormal (Cleaning) (p.
4 Daily Maintenance 3 Open the right maintenance cover. 4 Pull out the wiper by holding the projections at both ends. 5 Remove the ink from the wiper and the bracket using a cotton swab dampened with the cleaning solution. Replace the wiper with a new one if it is badly soiled or curled. To replace the wiper, terminate the work instructed here first and then follow the wiper replacement procedure.
Cleaning the wiper and ink caps [CARRIAGE OUT] 6 After cleaning the wiper, install it in position by holding the projections at both ends. Be careful of the direction of the wiper. 7 Wipe off ink or dirt adhering to the rubbers of the caps and the wiper cover using a cotton swab dampened with the cleaning solution. Be careful not to leave lint of the cotton swab. Lint may cause printing failure. Ink cap 8 Close the maintenance cover, and press the [ENTER] key.
4 Daily Maintenance Cleaning the nozzle [NOZZLE WASH] Perform cleaning of the nozzles in the heads to prevent them being clogged with coagulated ink. Be sure to wear the supplied goggle and gloves. If ink settles on your skin or gets in your eyes, immediately and completely wash them off with water. Then, consult a doctor as soon as possible.
Cleaning the nozzle [NOZZLE WASH] 4 Pull out the wiper by holding the projections at both ends. 5 Remove the ink from the wiper, bracket and the vicinity of the wiper insertion hole using a cotton swab dampened with the cleaning solution. Replace the wiper with a new one if it is badly soiled or curled. To replace the wiper, terminate the work instructed here first and then follow the wiper replacement procedure.
4 Daily Maintenance 8 Fill the caps with the cleaning solution using a dropper. Ink cap 9 Close the maintenance cover and press the [ENTER] key. Fill a cap with washing liquid fully Fill the liquid. COMPLETED(NEXT) : ent 10Set the time to wait using the [ ] or [ ] key. Normally set 1 minute. Input leaving time. 1 - 99 min ST.MAINTENANCE LEAVING TIME : 1 min Input range: 1 to 99 minutes (In steps of 1 minute) 11Press the [ENTER] key. The carriage returns to the station.
Cleaning the ink discharge passage [DISWAY WASH] Cleaning the ink discharge passage [DISWAY WASH] Use this function when the [PUMP TUBE WASH] function cannot be used. There may be a chance that the ink discharge passage can be clogged with coagulated ink. To avoid clogging, clean the ink discharge passage periodically. (When solvent ink is used, clean once a week.) Be sure to wear the supplied goggle and gloves.
4 Daily Maintenance 3 Open the right maintenance cover. 4 Take the cleaning solution into the dropper. During a pause of idle suction, drop cleaning liquid into a cap until just before it starts overflowing from the cap. Repeat dropping the cleaning liquid into each of the other caps the same way. Ink cap 5 Close the maintenance cover and press the [ENTER] key. Fill a cal while absorption stops. ST.
When the operation of the printer is to be suspended for a long time [CUSTODY WASH] When the operation of the printer is to be suspended for a long time [CUSTODY WASH] When the operation of the printer is to be suspended for a week or more, use the [CUSTODY WASH] function to clean the nozzles in the heads and the ink discharge passage. After the cleaning, store the printer properly. Be sure to wear the supplied goggle and gloves.
4 Daily Maintenance 4 Pull out the wiper by holding the projections at both ends. 5 Remove the ink from the wiper and the bracket using a cotton swab dampened with the cleaning solution. Replace the wiper with a new one if it is badly soiled or curled. To replace the wiper, terminate the work instructed here first and then follow the wiper replacement procedure.(See 4-48) 6 After cleaning the wiper, install it in position by holding the projections at both ends.
When the operation of the printer is to be suspended for a long time [CUSTODY WASH] 8 Fill the caps with the cleaning solution using a dropper. Ink cap 9 Close the maintenance cover and press the [ENTER] key. Fill a cap with washing liquid fully Fill the liquid. COMPLETED(NEXT) : ent 10Set the time to wait using the [ ] or [ ] key. Normally set 1 minute. Input leaving time. Input range: 1 to 99 minutes (In steps of 1 minute) 1 - 99 min ST.MAINTENANCE LEAVING TIME : 1 min 11Press the [ENTER] key.
4 Daily Maintenance 12Open the maintenance cover, and fill the caps with the cleaning solution using a dropper. Since the printer performs idle suction operation intermittently, repeat this work several times to clean the ink discharge passage. Perform this operation with all the caps. Ink cap 13Close the maintenance cover and press the [ENTER] key. The printer performs idle suction for 30 seconds.
Before executing the [PUMP TUBE WASH] Before executing the [PUMP TUBE WASH] Before executing the [PUMP TUBE WASH] or [Wiper cleaning] function, the tubes must be filled with the cleaning solution. Filling the tubes with the cleaning solution [MaintWashLiquid] Supply and discharge the cleaning liquid for the wiper and pump tubes. If there is a problem with the waste ink tank, the display will show either of the following messages. Follow the displayed instructions to restore the normal conditions.
4 Daily Maintenance 5 Press the [ENTER] key to go to the lower level of hierarchy and supply the cleaning solution. Once the cartridge is installed, the supply of the cleaning liquid will start. Cleaning liquid is drawn up and the tubes are filled with the cleaning liquid. Go to step 6 when the cleaning liquid is to be supplied for the first time or to step 9 when it is to be supplied after the discharge of the old cleaning liquid. Remove a wash liquid Remove a filling cartridge. up cartridge.
Before executing the [PUMP TUBE WASH] Supply after discharge 9 Set a cleaning liquid cartridge according to the instruction on the display. Remove a filling Set a washing up cartridge. liquid cartridge. There is a CARTRIDGE CARTRIDGE : none Either of the following displays will appear if a problem with the cleaning liquid cartridge is detected. Set a washing Set a washing liquid cartridge. liquid cartridge. CARTRIDGE : END CARTRIDGE : WRONG 10The cleaning solution is supplied.
4 Daily Maintenance PUMP tube cleaning Wash the two ink suction pumps of the four pumps installed in this printer. By driving the cleaning liquid suction pump, wash the ink caps, ink exhaust passages, and the inside of the tubes of the ink suction pumps. Washing will not be started if the cleaning liquid has not been supplied or if a warning is generated for the cleaning liquid cartridge or waste ink tank.
PUMP tube cleaning 3 The inside of the pump tubes is washed.
4 Daily Maintenance Wiper cleaning Bring the wiper into the wiper box and wash the wiper. Washing will not be started if the cleaning liquid has not been supplied or the cleaning liquid cartridge has not been installed. Before executing the [WIPER WASH] function, the tubes must be filled with the cleaning solution. For how to fill the tubes with the cleaning solution, refer to following page. (Refer to “ Before executing the [PUMP TUBE WASH] (p.
Wiper cleaning 4 Open the right maintenance cover. 5 Pull out the wiper by holding the projections at both ends. 6 Remove the ink from the wiper and the bracket using a cotton swab dampened with the cleaning solution. Replace the wiper with a new one if it is badly soiled or curled. To replace the wiper, terminate the work instructed here first and then follow the wiper replacement procedure. (See 4-48) 7 After cleaning the wiper, install it in position by holding the projections at both ends.
4 Daily Maintenance 8 Wipe off ink or dirt adhering to the wiper cover using a cotton swab dampened with the cleaning solution. Be careful not to leave lint of the cotton swab. Lint may cause printing failure. 9 Close the maintenance cover, and press the [ENTER] key. After performing the initial operation, the printer returns to LOCAL mode. Clean a wiper and bracket.
Cleaning the heads and their surrounding parts [CR.MAINTENANCE] Cleaning the heads and their surrounding parts [CR.MAINTENANCE] Take great care, especially during cleaning, not to damage the heads, which employ very precise mechanisms. Using a cotton swab, rub off the gelatinous ink that may be adhering to the lower part of the slider and surrounding parts of the heads. In doing so, never rub the nozzle part of the heads. Be sure to wear the supplied goggle and gloves.
4 Daily Maintenance 5 Wipe ink and dirt off the head sides using a cotton swab. Never rub the nozzle part. Clean the sides of the heads using a cotton swab. 6 Clean the head media sensor. Dust or ink sticking to the media sensor at the heads can cause a false detection of media. Wipe the dust and ink off with a soft cloth. Media sensor at the heads 7 After completing whole cleaning, press the [ENTER] key. CR.MAINTENANCE COMPLETED Close a cover.
Cleaning the heads and their surrounding parts [CR.MAINTENANCE] 9 Press the [ENTER] key. The printer performs the initial operation and returns to LOCAL. ∗Being Initialized∗ PLEASE WAIT L.
4 Daily Maintenance Preventing nozzle clogging while power is off [SLEEP SET UP] Even while the power switch is off, the printer starts periodically and executes various functions to prevent nozzle clogging. [SLEEP SET UP] includes the following functions. REFRESH Set the interval at which refreshing operation is to be performed periodically. TUBE WASH Set the interval at which cleaning of the pump tubes is to be performed periodically.
Preventing nozzle clogging while power is off [SLEEP SET UP] Tube cleaning interval during sleep mode [TUBE WASH] Set the interval at which cleaning of the caps and pump tubes is to be performed using the cleaning solution during sleep mode. STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [MAINTENANCE] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L.
4 Daily Maintenance Cleaning interval during sleep mode [CLEANING] This function is to be executed instead of TUBE WASH after the cleaning solution has been used up. Set the cleaning type and the interval at which cleaning operation is to be performed during sleep mode. STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [MAINTENANCE] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L.
Setting periodical operations in stand-by mode [ROUTINE SETUP] Setting periodical operations in stand-by mode [ROUTINE SETUP] While the printer is waiting for the next printing job, it can perform various operations at fixed intervals to prevent ink clogging or the like. In addition, when you use sublimation transfer ink, you can set the interval at which cleaning operation is to be performed to prevent color change.
4 Daily Maintenance 3 Press the [ENTER] key. Once [SCAN COUNT] is displayed, press the [ENTER] key. Wiping in the The interval of drawing is set up. wiping is set up. ROUTINE SETUP ROUTINE WIPING ROUTINE WIPING SCAN COUNT 4 Input the value of SCAN COUNT using the [ ] or [ ] key. Register the setting by pressing the [ENTER] key. 0 - 9990cnt (0 = OFF) ROUTINE WIPING SCAN COUNT = 50 The initial value of SCAN COUNT is 0 (no wipe).
Setting periodical operations in stand-by mode [ROUTINE SETUP] Refresh Interval while in stand-by mode [REFERSH] Set the interval at which refreshing operation is to be performed periodically. STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [MAINTENANCE] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L.
4 Daily Maintenance 4 Input the interval at which refreshing operation is to be performed periodically, using the [ ] or [ ] key. Input range: OFF, 1 to 168 Register the setting by pressing the [ENTER] key. ROUTINE SETUP REFRESHinterval = 1h 5 Press the [END] key several times. The printer returns to LOCAL mode. L.
Setting periodical operations in stand-by mode [ROUTINE SETUP] Tube cleaning interval while in stand-by mode [TUBE WASH] There may be a chance that ink tubes can be clogged with coagulated ink. To avoid clogging, clean the ink tubes at regular intervals. To prevent clogging in the flushing BOX, this machine puts the cleaning solu- tion into the flushing BOX with PUMP tube cleaning function. Depending on the amount of ink put into the flushing BOX, PUMP tube cleaning is automatically executed.
4 Daily Maintenance Cleaning interval while in stand-by mode [CLEANING] This function is to be executed instead of TUBE WASH after the cleaning solution has been used up. Set the cleaning type and the intervals at which cleaning operation is to be performed. This function does not operate when the error message relating to ink, such as INK NEAR END or INK END, is displayed. While this function is being executed, the display indicates the progress of cleaning and no key operation is available.
Setting periodical operations in stand-by mode [ROUTINE SETUP] 4 Select the interval at which cleaning is to be performed periodically, using the [ ] or [ ] key. Select [CLEAN. TYPE] using the [FUNCTION] key and set a cleaning type using the [ ] or [ ] key. [CLEAN. INTERVAL] Input range: OFF, 1 to 168 [CLEAN. TYPE] : SOFT, NORMAL, HARD Register the setting by pressing the [ENTER] key. DECIDE = [ENTER] CL.type SEL = [FUNC. ] ROUTINE SETUP CLEAN. INTERVAL ROUTINE SETUP =1h CLEAN.
4 Daily Maintenance Other maintenance functions Changing warning time of wiper replacement [WIPER LEVEL] The wiper is consumable. The heads are easily soiled in a dusty environment. The heads cannot be cleaned adequately with a curled or worn wiper. This printer gives the wiper replacement warning earlier than standard depending on the operating environment.
Other maintenance functions 3 Input the WIPER LEVEL, using the [ ] or [ ] key. Register the setting by pressing the [ENTER] key. 10/10 - 1/10 WIPER LEVEL LEVEL : 10/10 4 Press the [END] key several times. The printer returns to LOCAL mode.
4 Daily Maintenance Changing warning time of flushing BOX cleaning or replacement [BOX EXCHANGE LV] Flushing BOX becomes tainted earlier than standard depending on using condition, operating condition, or using ink type. This function sets flushing BOX cleaning or replacement time that is earlier than standard. You can set by 5 levels (5/5 to 1/5). Level 5/5 warns at standard time. Level 1/5 warns about twice earlier than standard. Change the setting to the dirt around the station.
When the waste ink tank is full When the waste ink tank is full Waste ink, which was used for cleaning the heads and other parts, gathers in the waste ink tank. When either of the following error message is displayed, replace the waste ink tank with a new one without delay. L .1 > ! WasteTANK L .1 > FULL/NONE ! NearFULL WASTE TANK Use only the waste ink tank for TS5 (SPC-0128).
4 Daily Maintenance 4 By holding the larger handle of the new waste ink tank, put the tank into the bracket from the right direction. 5 Raise the inserted waste ink tank and turn it by 90 degrees from the side to the back. The small handle comes to the front. 6 Close the waste ink tank guard, and secure it with the screw so that the waste ink tank is secured.
Cleaning of Flushing Box Cleaning of Flushing Box When the following warning message appears, quickly clean the lid of the suction fan box. L .1 > ! Flush. BOX CLEANING When the warning message above appears 6 times, replace the flushing BOX. The message for replacing flushing BOX appears at 3 levels. When replacement time is coming, following message appears. L .1 > ! NearExcg. Flush.
4 Daily Maintenance STEPS: 1 Press the power switch on the front and make sure that the power is off. 2 Turn off the main power switch on the rear side of the unit. Be sure to turn off the main power switch since there is the control board and heater supply harness etc. in the pump cover T. 3 Open the pump cover T. Pump cover T 4 Pull out the lid of the suction fan box. Remove the grip fixing the suction fan box and then pull out the lid of the box.
Cleaning of Flushing Box 5 Remove the stains stuck on the lid of the box and fix it as originally. 6 Close the pump cover T and turn the power on. 7 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [MAINTENANCE] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L. ∗ > FUNCTION width : ∗∗∗∗ mm MAINTENANCE 8 Select [FLUSHING BOX] by pressing the [ ] key three times and press the [ENTER] key. 3 times MAINTENANCE ST.
4 Daily Maintenance Maintenance when using sublimation transfer ink When you use sublimation transfer ink, the maintenance below is required in addition to the normal maintenance.
Maintenance when using sublimation transfer ink 3 Select [FILTER EXCHANGE] by pressing the [ ] key and press the [ENTER] key. The carriage will come out of the capping station. 1 times Sub-INK MAINTE. FILTER EXCHANGE 4 Open the maintenance cover and remove the F-BOX filter from F-BOX filter base. F-BOX filter F-BOX filter base 5 Attach new F-BOX filter to F-BOX filter base. 6 Close the maintenance cover and press the [ENTER] key. Filter of the F.BOX avobe is replaced.
4 Daily Maintenance Cleaning the flushing tray When sublimation transfer ink is used, each time when the power is put on, the following messages are indicated. Perform the cleaning of the ink tray. The ink tray of the Flush. BOX is cleaned INK TRAY CLEANING CANCEL < > EXEC When the ink is in contact with skin or gets in the eye, immediately wash it out completely with water. STEPS: 1 Press [ ] key. The carriage moves and goes off the station.
Maintenance when using sublimation transfer ink 4 Fix the flushing tray. Also, fix the F-BOX filter and F-BOX filter base in the same manner. 5 Close the maintenance cover, and press the [ENTER] key. An ink tray is removed and cleaned. INK TRAY CLEAN. COMPLETED : ent 6 The operation will return to the local mode. ∗ Being Initialized ∗ L. ∗ > PLEASE WAIT [JV5-01] width : ∗∗∗∗ mm Clean the ink on the flushing tray every day.
4 Daily Maintenance Changing the time for issuing warning of flushing Box filter replacement. [FILTER EXC. LV.] When you use the sublimation transfer ink, the filter on the flushing BOX could be stained, depending on the use environment and working conditions, earlier than the standard time for replacement. This function makes it possible to accelerate the time for replacement of the filter earlier than the standard. The replacement level can be set in 5 stages (From level 5/5 to 1/5).
Maintenance when using sublimation transfer ink 4 Input the BOX replacement level, using the [ ] or [ ] key. Fix with [ENTER] key. DirtCond. of The Filter is seen and changed. FILTER EXC. LV. LEVEL : 5/5 5 Press [END] key several times. It returns to the local mode.
4 Daily Maintenance To use sublimation transfer ink with more stable quality When you print with sublimation transfer ink after you have left this machine, color may change due to color material settling. By shaking the ink cartridge or performing ink filling periodically, the status will be improved. (Before performing ink filling, it is necessary to shake the ink cartridge.) In the firmware version 6.
To use sublimation transfer ink with more stable quality Set the interval to display the warning message Depending on the ambient temperature, set the interval to display the warning preventing color material settling. Setting time: OFF (disabled), 12 to 120 hours When you use sublimation transfer ink Sb52, the display interval of the mes- sage is set to 72 hours in the initial condition. When you use sublimation transfer ink Sb51 or Sb60, this function is disabled (OFF) in the initial condition.
4 Daily Maintenance Replacing the wiper [WIPER EXCHANGE] The wiper is consumable. When the display indicates that it is necessary to replace the wiper, immediately replace the wiper with a new one. (Solvent wiper kit : SPA-0125) Do not select [WIPER EXCHANGE] at any time other than when the wiper is to be replaced. Once it is selected, the number of wiper operations that is counted in the printer will be reset. The wiper to be newly installed is available as an option.
Replacing the wiper [WIPER EXCHANGE] 4 Clean the wiper guide shaft using a cotton swab or cloth. If dirt is hard to remove, use a cotton swab dampened with the cleaning solution. 5 Install the wiper by holding the projections at both ends. Be careful of the direction of the wiper. 6 Close the maintenance cover, and press the [ENTER] key. ST.MAINTENANCE COMPLETED : ent 7 The printer returns to LOCAL mode. ∗Being Initialized∗ PLEASE WAIT L.
4 Daily Maintenance Replacing the cutter blade The cutter blade is consumable. When the cutter blade gets dull, replace it with a new one (SPA-0126). The blade is sharp. Be careful not to hurt yourself or anyone else. Keep the cutter blades away from the reach of children. Be sure to dispose of the worn-out cutter blades according to the applicable national and local laws and regulations. When replacing the cutter blade, it is recommended to place a sheet of paper under the cutter blade.
Replacing the cutter blade 4 Loosen the screw securing the cutter unit and remove the cutter unit. 5 Remove the roller, and install it on the new cutter blade holder assembly. Roller of cutter unit 6 Install the new cutter unit. Tighten the screw to secure the new cutter unit. 7 Close the front cover, and press the [ENTER] key. The printer returns to LOCAL mode. ∗Being Initialized∗ PLEASE WAIT L.
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CHAPTER 5 In Case of Trouble This chapter describes the actions to be taken when the printer develops any trouble. Before taking a phenomenon as a failure ..............................5-2 If image quality is poor ...........................................................5-4 Ink cartridge trouble .............................................................5-12 Troubles for which error messages are displayed ...............
5 In Case of Trouble Before taking a phenomenon as a failure This section describes the corrective actions to be taken at the occurrence of trouble without any error message displayed. Take appropriate actions as described below before taking the trouble as a failure. If still the problem cannot be solved, contact your dealer or an office of MIMAKI. Power does not turn on In most cases, this is due to improper connection of the power cable for the printer or computer.
Before taking a phenomenon as a failure Media jamming arises / media is soiled Media jamming or stained media is considered to be due to the use of an unsuitable media or improper setting of media. Is a recommended media used? No Use recommended media. (p. 1-16) No Avoid using any media with curls or bent ends. No Use a take-up device or re-load the media on the printer. (p.
5 In Case of Trouble If image quality is poor This section describes the corrective actions to be taken in case the image quality is not satisfactory. Take remedy for particular problems with image quality. If the remedy does not work, contact your dealer or an office of MIMAKI. White lines / blur (sprayed ink) / dark stripes (in the moving direction of the heads) Remedy 1. Execute the head cleaning.(Refer to “If the printed pattern is abnormal (Cleaning) (p.3-23)” ) 2.
If image quality is poor Disagreement in print positions between outward trip and homeward trip (jet deviation) Remedy Execute the [DROP.POScorrect] function. (Refer to “If dots are not in alignment [DROP.POScorrect] (p.3-29)” ) There is staggered print or nozzle missing Staggered print Nozzle missing Remedy Execute the head cleaning [NORMAL]. (Refer to “If the printed pattern is abnormal (Cleaning) (p.3-23)” ) Ink drops falling on media during printing (ink drops falling) Remedy 1.
5 In Case of Trouble If nozzles are still clogged even after head cleaning Execute the following two functions if blocked nozzles are not unclogged even by executing HEAD CLEANING (Refer to “If the printed pattern is abnormal (Cleaning) (p.3-23)” ) and NOZZLE WASH (Refer to “Cleaning the nozzle [NOZZLE WASH] (p.4-10)” ) . FILL UP INK Supplies ink to correct nozzle clogging. (Refer to “If nozzles cannot be unclogged [FILL UP INK] (p.
If image quality is poor 4 Remove the ink cartridges. Ink is discharged to the waste ink tank. Ink discharge. Remove Remove cartridges. More than 20 seconds remaining Being discharged PLEASE WAIT MMBB YYKK KKYY BBMM 00:40 Less than 20 seconds remaining Being discharged PLEASE WAIT ∗∗∗∗∗∗∗−−−−−−−−−−− 5 When the display shown below appears, set the cleaning liquid cartridge in the ink station. Cleaning liquid is drawn up.
5 In Case of Trouble 7 When the display shown below appears, set the cleaning liquid cartridge in the ink station. Cleaning liquid is drawn up. Set all washing More than 20 seconds remaining Set It is being absorbed liquid cartridges. PLEASE WAIT 1234 5678 9ABC DEFG 00:40 Less than 20 seconds remaining It is being absorbed PLEASE WAIT ∗∗∗∗∗∗∗−−−−−−−−−−− 8 When the display shown below appears, remove the cleaning liquid cartridge from the ink station.
If image quality is poor 11When the display shown below appears, remove the cleaning liquid cartridge from the ink station. The cleaning liquid drawn up is discharged to the waste ink tank. Remove a maint.wash. More than 20 seconds remaining Remove It'sBeingDischarged. liquid cartridge. PLEASE WAIT There is a CARTRIDGE 00:40 Less than 20 seconds remaining It'sBeingDischarged. PLEASE WAIT ∗∗∗∗∗∗∗−−−−−−−−−−− 12Press the [END] key several times. The printer returns to LOCAL mode. L.
5 In Case of Trouble When nozzle clogging is not corrected [HEAD SELECT] If nozzles cannot be unclogged, make setting so that the printer will not use the head(s) with clogged nozzles. However, this function is available for printing operation (including TEST DRAW) and cleaning; ink filling function is applied to all the heads.
If image quality is poor STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [MAINTENANCE] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L. ∗ > FUNCTION width : ∗∗∗∗ mm MAINTENANCE 2 Select [HEAD SELECT] by pressing the [ ] key eight times and press the [ENTER] key. 8 times MAINTENANCE ST.
5 In Case of Trouble Ink cartridge trouble If an ink cartridge trouble is detected, a warning message appears and none of printing, cleaning and all the other operations that use ink is available. When this is the case, replace the ink cartridge in question immediately. Once cartridge trouble is displayed, do not leave the ink cartridge without replacing it for a long time; otherwise, the printer will lose the nozzle clogging prevention function.
Ink cartridge trouble If ERROR 202 [DEVICE CONSTRUCTION] is displayed This printer checks its configuration every time it starts. The configuration checking function checks the resource configuration necessary for use of this printer. When there is an error in any element of the printer, the printer can be started by disconnecting the faulty element. 1 HDC check Checks for any error in this machine. 2 Head connection check Checks for any error in connection of any of Head 1 to 4.
5 In Case of Trouble Troubles for which error messages are displayed If some trouble occurs, the buzzer sounds and the display shows a corresponding error message. Take an appropriate remedy for the displayed error. Checking error history [ERROR HISTORY] The information about the error or warning status the printer is currently in and the history of errors and warnings the printer has developed up to now can be checked by opening the [ERROR HISTORY] display.
Troubles for which error messages are displayed Warning messages Warning messages will appear chiefly to warn of the conditions of heaters or ink cartridges. Warning message Cause An open cover was detected. Check the front cover and maintenance covers. If the same error message appears again even after closing all the covers, contact your local distributor to call for service. No media was detected. Set media. (See 3-7) The battery of RTC has run down.
5 In Case of Trouble Warning message L.∗> !CAR R.∗> !CAR L.∗> !TNK R.∗> !TNK L.∗> !WSH R.∗> !WSH Cause There is a problem with installed ink Check the content of the warning by displaying it using the guidance funccartridges. (If this occurs together with any other tion. (See 5-12) warning, the display shows [L.∗> !CAR/TNK/WSH/NC.) There is a problem with the waste ink Check that the waste ink tank has been installed and it is not full. tank.
Troubles for which error messages are displayed Warning message Cause Remedy Expiration:1MONTH ---- ---- ---- ---- The expiration date of an ink cartridge The red LED blinks. Replace the carhas passed (one month has passed after tridge generating the warning with a the specified expiration date). new one. The cartridge may be used until two months pass after the specified expiration date.
5 In Case of Trouble Error messages Error messages indicates error numbers. If any error message is displayed, turn off the power to the printer and turn it on after a while. If the same error message appears again, contact your dealer or an office of MIMAKI to call for service. Error message 5-18 Cause ∗∗∗∗∗ ERROR 01 ∗∗∗∗∗ MAIN ROM An error occurred in the circuit board system. ∗∗∗∗∗ ERROR 02 ∗∗∗∗∗ MAIN RAM An error occurred in the circuit board system. ∗∗∗∗∗ ERROR 03 ∗∗∗∗∗ POWER +3.
Troubles for which error messages are displayed Error message Cause Remedy The printer received some data other than command data. Securely connect the interface cable in position. Use an interface cable conforming to the specifications. Any parameter outside the range of acceptable numeric values was received. Turn off the power to the printer and turn it on after a while. If the same error message appears again, contact your local distributor to call for service.
5 In Case of Trouble Error message 5-20 Cause Remedy Check that the cable is securely connected to the host computer and interface board. Also, check to see if any error has occurred on the host computer. ∗∗∗∗∗ ERROR 25 ∗∗∗∗∗ PACKET SIZE OVER An error occurred in communication between the host computer and the interface board for USB2.0 connection. ∗∗∗∗∗ ERROR 25 ∗∗∗∗∗ USB PROTOCOL An error occurred in communication between the host computer and the interface board for USB2.0 connection.
Troubles for which error messages are displayed Error message Cause ∗∗∗∗∗ ERROR 51 ∗∗∗∗∗ Y-ORIGIN Y-origin could not be detected. ∗∗∗∗∗ ERROR 53 ∗∗∗∗∗ HEAD HEIGHT ORIGIN Head height origin could not be detected. Remedy Turn off the power to the printer and turn it on after a while. If the same error message appears again, contact your local distributor to call for service. Paper jam was detected. Open the front cover and raise the clamp lever, and remove the jammed paper.
5 In Case of Trouble Error message ∗∗∗∗∗ ERROR 67 ∗∗∗∗∗ FEEDRE UNIT 01 ∗∗∗∗∗ ERROR 67 ∗∗∗∗∗ FEEDRE UNIT 04 ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 116 ∗∗∗∗ NCU I/F 00 ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 116 ∗∗∗∗ NCU I/F 01 Cause Check whether the AMF media feeding unit is disconnected. Turn off the power to the printer and turn it on after a while. If the same error message appears again, contact your local distributor to call for serCheck whether the heavy media feed- vice. ing unit sensor is malfunctioning. An error occurred in the control system.
Troubles for which error messages are displayed Error message ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 142 ∗∗∗∗ INK LEAK (--/--) Cause Ink leakage was detected. ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 143 ∗∗∗∗ CARTRIDGE SOLENOID An error occurred in the control system. ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 143 ∗∗∗∗ WASH CART. SOLENOID An error occurred in the control system. ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 144 ∗∗∗∗ CARTRIDGE SET ! An error occurred in the control system. Remedy Turn off the power to the printer and turn it on after a while.
5 In Case of Trouble Error message ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 161 ∗∗∗∗ NCU CONSUMPTION ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 162 ∗∗∗∗ NCU LINE VOLTAGE ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 163 ∗∗∗∗ NCU SENSOR ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 163 ∗∗∗∗ NCU SENSOR DETECT ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 164 ∗∗∗∗ NCU FPGA ERROR Cause An error occurred in the control system. An error occurred in the control system. Turn off the power to the printer and turn it on after a while. If the same error message appears again, contact your local distributor to call for service.
Troubles for which error messages are displayed Error message ∗∗∗∗ ERROR 207 ∗∗∗∗ SLEW RATE (----) Cause Remedy An error occurred in the wave shape control during printing. Turn off the power to the printer and turn it on after a while. If the same error message appears again, contact your local distributor to call for service. An error occurred in the control system. Turn off the power to the printer and turn it on after a while.
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CHAPTER 6 Operation for Functions This chapter describes the operating procedure for frequently used functions from the printer function menu, showing sample messages on the display. Functions Invoked by [FUNCTION] Key ................................6-2 Invoking SET UP functions ....................................................6-2 Invoking MAINTENANCE functions .....................................6-12 Invoking MACHINE SETUP functions ..................................6-17 Invoking NCU functions .....
6 Operation for Functions Functions Invoked by [FUNCTION] Key The following five types of functions can be invoked by pressing the [FUNCTION] key. Function name Description Refer to p. 6-2 SET UP Make various settings concerning print quality. MAINTENANCE Maintenance functions are to be executed to keep the printer in good condip. 6-12 tion. MACHINE SETUP Display various information of the printer or set time or units of measure. p.
List of functions This section describes briefly the setup functions and their setting values. Name Function Refer to MEDIA COMP. Corrects the feed rate of media p. 6-5 MediaFeed SETUP Set particulars related to media feed. p. 6-5 HEATER Sets heater conditions p. 6-5 PRINT MODE Sets a print quality level and printing direction p. 6-6 INK LAYERS Sets the number of layers in which ink is to be applied p. 6-8 DRYING TIME Sets the time to wait for ink drying p.
6 Operation for Functions Settings of the setup functions The operation described below on the operation panel is required to execute the setup functions. STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [SET UP] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key. L. ∗ > FUNCTION width : ∗∗∗∗ mm SET UP 2 Select an appropriate one of Type 1 to Type 4 by means of [ ] or [ ], and press the [ENTER] key.
Outline of the setup functions MEDIA COMP. (See 3-27) When the media type or any heater temperature is changed, be sure to correct the feed rate to meet the media thickness. (Correction value: -255 ~ 255) MediaFeed SETUP Set particulars related to media feed. The table below shows the setting items. FEED METHOD Switches between methods for detecting the feed rate of media. SPEED SWITCHING Sets the media feed rate.
6 Operation for Functions PRINT MODE Sets various conditions of printing. DRAFT quality Set a desired print quality in DRAFT mode (540 dpi resolution in the Y-axis direction). Available setting values: [STD., FINE, FAST] Press the [FUNCTION] key while the quality item is selected. Then the printer permits setting the number of passes for every resolution and setting high-speed printing ON/OFF. The table below shows the combinations of the elements that can be set.
FINE quality Set a desired print quality in FINE mode (720 dpi resolution in the Y-axis direction). Available setting values: [STD., FINE, FAST] Press the [FUNCTION] key while the quality item is selected. Then the printer permits setting the number of passes for every resolution and setting high-speed printing ON/OFF. The table below shows the combinations of the elements that can be set.
6 Operation for Functions LOGICAL SEEK Set LOGICALseek ON / OFF. Available setting values: [ON, OFF] UNI-DIRECTIONAL BI-DIRECTIONAL Movement of heads when LOGICALseek is OFF UNI-DIRECTIONAL BI-DIRECTIONAL Movement of heads when LOGICALseek is ON INK LAYERS Set the number of layers in which ink is applied. Available setting values: [1 to 9 layers] The setting values for each user type are stored separately from those for other user types. DRYING TIME Set the time to wait for ink drying.
AUTO CUT Set whether or not to cut the media automatically after completion of printing. Available setting values: [ON, OFF] The media will be cut after the lapse of the time to wait for ink drying after completion of printing, if having been set. The setting values for each user type are stored separately from those for other user types. PRE-FEED Set whether or not to feed the media back and forth before printing to prevent the media from sticking to the platen.
6 Operation for Functions REFRESH Set the head refreshing level (running flush interval). Available setting values: [0 ~ 3] ( Enhancing the level shortens the interval) The setting values for each user type are stored separately from those for other user types. VACUUM Set the attracting force of the vacuum fan. Irrespective of the setting, the vacuum level is always [STANDARD] during media detection, media cutting or JOG operation.
Maintenance while printing (See 3-39) While printing, set whether to perform automatic cleaning or wiping the heads. Available setting values: [CLEANING , WIPING , OFF] Cleaning will be performed at a movement interval as a unit after starting each drawing. When cleaning is selected, the details setting menu is obtained with [FUNCTION] key. Wiping will be performed at each scanning times as a unit after starting each drawing. When wiping is selected, the details setting menu is obtained with [FUNCTION] key.
6 Operation for Functions Invoking MAINTENANCE functions The maintenance functions described here are to be executed to keep the printer in good condition. To carry out maintenance of the printer, select [MAINTENANCE] from the FUNCTION menu and make the necessary settings. The maintenance of the station can be performed independently by pressing the [ST.MAINT] key. List of functions This section describes briefly the maintenance functions and their setting values. Name Refer to ST.
Setting a maintenance function Take the following steps on the operation panel to execute a maintenance function. STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [MAINTENANCE] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key once. L. ∗ > FUNCTION width : ∗∗∗∗ mm MAINTENANCE 2 Select a maintenance function and make setting. Operation procedure with the [ST.MAINT] key (ST.
6 Operation for Functions Make setting of the media remaining amount display function [MEDIA RESIDUAL] Set ON/OFF of the media remaining amount display function. (Normally OFF) With the media remaining amount display function set to ON, the media remaining amount is displayed in REMOTE mode. (With this function set to OFF and with a cut sheet, the print length is displayed.) The media feed during printing or with any of the JOG keys is reflected on media remaining amount.
Moving the printer safely [BeforeMovingIt.] Use this function to lock the station when the printer is to be moved. Use this function when the printer is to be moved in such a way that some vibration is expected. However, when the printer is to be moved, be sure to contact your dealer or an office of MIMAKI. Move the printer with the level adjusters of the take-up device in the raised position.
6 Operation for Functions 5 Turn the main power supply OFF, unplug the power cable, and move the printer. When moving the printer, it must be held up by several people as illustrated below. The cover of the printer may break if it is pressed hard.
Invoking MACHINE SETUP functions List of functions This section describes briefly the machine setup functions and their setting values. Name Function Refer to DRY & EXHST.FAN Make operation / interlock / independent settings of the Dryness fan and the p. 6-20 Outside /Built-in exhaust fan. Feeding/TakeUP Set ON/OFF of AMF unit and the current when an error occurs. p. 6-21 DRYNESS FEED Change the feed operation after printing. p. 6-21 CONFIRM.
6 Operation for Functions Functions of [INFORMATION] key This section describes briefly the [INFORMATION] functions and their setting values. Name 6-18 Function Refer to p. 6-26 ERROR HISTORY Displays the history of errors. MAINTE. HISTORY Displays the records of the date and time when maintenance functions were p. 6-26 used. PRT.modeHISTORY Displays the history of information (printing conditions) of the online printp. 6-26 ing that has been performed up to now.
Setting a MACHINE SETUP The operation described below on the operation panel is required to execute machine setup functions. STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [MACHINE SETUP] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key once. L. ∗ > FUNCTION width : ∗∗∗∗ mm MACHINE SETUP 2 Select a machine setting function and make setting.
6 Operation for Functions Outline of the machine setup functions DRY & EXHAUST FAN DRYNESS FAN Set operation of the dryness fan. STOP TIME Set the time from the completion of printing to the stop of the fan. Available setting values: [ CONT. , 0 ~ 240 min ] ( Default: 120 min [In steps of 10 minutes] ) [CONT.] means that the fan is always kept operating. RENEW Change fan operation. ( The fan motor operates according to the setting.) Available setting values: [ON , OFF] The setting is not stored in memory.
BUILT-IN EXHAUST FAN Set the operation of the built-in exhaust fan when the fan is equipped. As a default, the built-in exhaust fan operates in conjunction with the dryness fan setting. If switched to independent operation, different setting from the dryness fan is available. STOP TIME Set the time from the completion of printing to the stop of the fan. Available setting values: [ CONT. , 0 ~ 240 min ] ( Default: 120 min [In steps of 10 minutes] ) [CONT.] means that the fan is always kept operating.
6 Operation for Functions CONFIRM. FEED Set whether or not to perform feeding the media after test printing for checking of the printing result. Available setting values: [ON , OFF] With CONFIRM. FEED set to ON, the media after completion of printing will be fed up to a position where the print result can be checked on the platen. In addition, when CONFIRM. FEED has been set to ON, [BACK FEED] can be set to ON using the [FUNCTION] key.
TIME SET Set the date and time on the printer. A past date and time up to 8 o’clock can be input. If you have set a time in the future by mistake, the setting value can be returned to the previous setting value by pressing the [FUNCTION] key. However, it is only the last previous setting value that the setting made by mistake can be returned to. The actually indicated last previous setting time is the last previous setting value plus the actually elapsed time.
6 Operation for Functions STAMP SETUP Set whether or not to output the printing conditions and the date and time of printing. With STAMP SETUP set to ON, the printer prints the conditions and the date and time after completion of printing one file. Available setting values: [ON , OFF] With STAMP SETUP set to ON, the printer outputs the following particulars after printing on each page.
Test Draw Arrange You can select the deployment direction of the test pattern to be printed when performing test printing repeatedly. Set value : [FEED DIR. , SCAN DIR.] : When the set value is “FEED DIR.” : When the set value is “SCAN DIR.” Detection of media Thickness Detection Set whether to perform automatically or manually the detection of media thickness performed prior to the detection of media width. Even the same media is used, the thickness could be different due to detection error.
6 Operation for Functions INFORMATION INFORMATION, one of the MACHINE SETUP functions, consists of menus for checking the information of the printer. This function can be activated directly by pressing the [INFORMATION] key. Item Description ERROR HISTORY Displays the history of errors and warnings. MAINTE. HISTORY Displays the history of the use of maintenance functions PRT.modeHISTORY Displays printing history. LIST Prints the printer setting information. Ink REPL.
LIST Prints the settings of the printer. The output format is as shown below. (The format, however, varies with the settings of [DISPLAY] and [UNIT SETUP].) Ink replacement report Draws ink cartridge replacement history. You can select ink color without nozzle clogging. VERSION Displays version information of the equipment. Item Display Model TS5-xxxx (X) Main F / W Version ∗ . ∗∗ NCU F / W Version ∗ . ∗∗ I / F type USB I / F I / F F / W Version ∗ . ∗∗ MRL-III command Version ∗ .
6 Operation for Functions Invoking NCU functions List of functions This section describes briefly the NCU functions and their setting values. Name Function Refer to p. 6-29 NOZZLE CHECK Set whether or not to perform nozzle missing detection. NG ACTION (*1) Set the operation of the printer to be performed in case the preset number of p. 6-29 or more missing nozzles are detected and thus NG judgment is made. (*2) NG JUDGEMENT (*1) Set the number of missing nozzles for NG judgment. (*2) p.
Outline of the NCU functions The NCU functions consist of operations concerning the nozzle missing detection function. Setting Make settings of the function that monitors nozzle missing with the nozzle check unit. Nozzle check Set whether or not to perform nozzle missing detection.
6 Operation for Functions NG ACTION [AFTERtheDRAWend] (*1) Set the operation of the printer after completion of printing of one file in case a preset number of missing nozzles or more are detected and thus NG judgment is made. (*2) NG (*1): Bad nozzle condition. NG (*2): One or more bad nozzles have been located on print head. CONTINUE The printer keeps on printing. (Default) CLEANING&CONT Corrects clogged nozzles by cleaning. Whether the printer succeeds or fails in cleaning, it restarts printing.
DISPLAY setting Set a language to be used with the printer. Language Japanese English German French Spanish Italian Portuguese The setting is reflected on the indications on the LCDs.
6 Operation for Functions Applied settings of functions Initial settings can be changed, as required. Settings of heaters Setting items for heaters The items that can be set for the three heaters are as described below. SET TEMP. Set temperature for each of the three heaters. PRE HEAT Set the temperature of the pre-heater. (OFF, 20 ~ 60° C / 68 ~ 140° F) PRINT HEAT Set the temperature of the print-heater. (OFF, 20 ~ 60° C / 68 ~ 140° F) POST HEAT Set the temperature of the post-heater.
Detailed settings of heaters Make settings of the pre-heater, print-heater and post-heater built in the platen. The temperatures of heaters can be adjusted even during printing so that optimum temperatures can be obtained. However, it takes a heater a few minutes to more than ten minutes to reach the set temperature depending on the ambient temperature. Use this printer at 20-35° to ensure reliable printing. The heater temperatures may not rise to the set values depending on the ambient temperature.
6 Operation for Functions Setting the temperatures and standby time of heaters Set the temperatures and standby time of heaters by the following procedure: STEPS: 1 Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key once. L. ∗ > width : ∗∗∗∗ mm 2 Select [SET UP] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. Select type 1 to 4 and press the [ENTER] key.
How to operate function menus The following pages show the operating procedures and the messages displayed on the LCDs, using the following icons. For detailed information of operation procedures, refer to the relevant pages. Icon Description This icon means pressing the [FUNCTION] key once. This operation is used to enter [FUNCTION mode] or to go to the lower level of hierarchy. This icon means using appropriate ones of the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] keys.
6 Operation for Functions Functions related to the cutter When the media is to be cut at a desired position Cut the media at any desired position without using the [AUTO CUT] function. (Refer to “Cutting the media after completion of printing (p.3-35)” ) L. ∗ > width : ∗∗∗∗ mm ORIGIN SET UP Move the carriage and media using JOG keys so that the carriage is located at the position where cutting is to be started. When [HEAD GAP] has been set to 4.1 mm or more, media cutting cannot be performed.
Functions related to print quality With function menus of the printer, the print quality can be checked and setting can be changed to improve the print quality. Correcting media feed during printing [FEED COMPENSATION.] With the [MEDIA COMP.] function, as already described, operation is executed in LOCAL mode. However, the operation described here is to be executed to correct the media feed rate in REMOTE mode or during printing of image data. L. ∗ > width : ∗∗∗∗ mm R. ∗ > ∗∗.∗∗ m FEED COMPENSATION.
6 Operation for Functions Functions related to ink When ink sets (4-color or 6-color) are to be changed L. ∗ > width : ∗∗∗∗ mm or MAINTENANCE ST.MAINTENANCE or HD.MAINTENANCE FILL UP INK or DISCHARGE&WASH Ink discharge. Being discharged PLEASE WAIT Remove the ink car- Remove cartridges. tridges. ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ------------------------------ MMBB YYKK KKYY BBMM Check the condition Processing completed Set all washing It is being absorbed liquid cartridges.
When ink sets (4-color or 6-color) are to be changed (continued) Remove all washing It'sBeingDischarged. PLEASE WAIT liquid cartridges. Remove the cleaning liquid cartridge. ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ------------------------------ 1234 5678 9ABC DEFG Processing completed Check the condition Please select according to situation. COMPLETED < > WASH Do you discharge a Remove all washing mainte.Wash.liquid ? liquid cartridges. Remove the cleaning liquid cartridge.
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6 Operation for Functions DECIDE = [ENTER] TIMER SET = [FUNC.
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