Thank you very much for purchasing this product. To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product's performance, please be sure to read through this manual completely and store it in a safe location. Unauthorized copying or transferral, in whole or in part, of this manual is prohibited.The contents of this document and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. The documentatoin and the product have been prepared and tested as much as possible.
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Contents Contents....................................................................................................................................... 3 To Ensure Safe Use..................................................................................................................... 4 Pour utiliser en toute sécurité................................................................................................. 11 Setup Guide............................................................................
To Ensure Safe Use Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property. Points which must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows. About WARNING and WARNING CAUTION Notices Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage CAUTION should the unit be used improperly.
To Ensure Safe Use Incorrect operation may cause injury. WARNING Be sure to follow the operation procedures described in this documentation. Never allow anyone unfamiliar with the usage or handling of the machine to touch it. Incorrect usage or handling may lead to an accident. Keep children away from the machine. The machine includes areas and components that pose a hazard to children and may result in injury, blindness, choking, or other serious accident.
To Ensure Safe Use Danger of electrical short, shock, electrocution, or fire WARNING Connect to an electrical outlet that complies with this machine's ratings (for voltage, frequency, and current). Incorrect voltage or insufficient current may cause fire or electrical shock. Ratings Never use out of doors or in any location where exposure to water or high humidity may occur. Never touch with wet hands. Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock. Never allow any foreign object to get inside.
To Ensure Safe Use Important notes about the power cord, plug, and electrical outlet Never place any object on top or subject to damage. Never allow to get wet. Never bend or twist with undue force. Never make hot. Never pull with undue force. Dust may cause fire. Never bundle, bind, or roll up.
To Ensure Safe Use Ink, cleaning fluid, and discharged fluid are flammable and toxic. WARNING CAUTION Keep open flame away from the work area. Ink and discharged fluid are flammable. Never store ink, cleaning fluid, or discharged fluid in any of the following locations. ○ Any location exposed to open flame ○ Any location where high temperature may occur ○ Near bleach or any other such oxidizing agent or explosive material ○ Any location within the reach of children Fire may be a danger.
To Ensure Safe Use This machine weighs200 kg (441 lb.). Media weighs 40 kg (88 lb.). WARNING Install the machine in a location that is level, stable, and able to bear the weight of the machine. The total weight of the machine may reach 200 kg (441 lb.) or more (180 kg (397 lb.) or more for the 54-inch model). Installation in an unsuitable location may cause a major accident, including tipover, fall, or collapse. Unloading and emplacement are operations that must be performed by six persons or more.
To Ensure Safe Use Warning Labels Warning labels are affixed to make areas of danger immediately clear. The meanings of these labels are as follows. Be sure to heed their warnings. Also, never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured. Caution: Pinching Hazard Be careful not to allow the fingers to become pinched when loading media or closing covers. Caution: Moving Print Heads The print heads move at high speed and pose a hazard. Flammable Ink and discharged fluid are flammable.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité La manipulation ou l'utilisation inadéquates de cet appareil peuvent causer des blessures ou des dommages matériels. Les précautions à prendre pour prévenir les blessures ou les dommages sont décrites ci-dessous. Avis sur les avertissements Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de décès ou de blessure grave en cas de ATTENTION mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité L'utilisation incorrecte peut causer des blessures ATTENTION S'assurer de suivre les procédures d'utilisation décrites dans la documentation. Ne jamais permettre à quiconque ne connaît pas le fonctionnement ou la manutention de l’appareil de le toucher. L'utilisation ou la manutention incorrectes peuvent causer un accident. Garder les enfants loin de l'appareil.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité Risque de décharge ou de choc électrique, d'électrocution ou d'incendie ATTENTION Brancher à une prise électrique conformeaux caractéristiques de cet appareil (tension, fréquence et courant). Une tension incorrecte ou un courant insuffisant peuvent causer un incendie ou un choc électrique. Caractéristiques Ne jamais utiliser à l'extérieur ni à un endroit où l'appareil risque d'être exposé à de l'eau ou à une humidité élevée.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité Remarques importantes à propos du câble d'alimentation, de la fiche et de la prise électrique Ne jamais déposer aucun objet sur le câble, sur la fiche ou sur la prise car cela risque de les endommager. Ne jamais plier ni tordre le câble avec une force excessive. Ne jamais tirer sur le câble ou la fiche avec une force excessive. Ne jamais plier ni enrouler le câble. 14 Ne jamais laisser l'eau toucher le câble, lafiche ou la prise.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité L'encre, les liquides nettoyants et les liquides usées sont inflammables et toxiques ATTENTION Ne pas approcher une flamme nue de l'espace de travail. L'encre et les liquides usés sont inflammables.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité Le poids de cet appareil est de 200 kg (441 lb.) Le poids du support est de 40 kg (88 lb.) ATTENTION Installer l'appareil à un endroit stable et plat et capable de supporter son poids. Le poids total de l’appareil peut être de 200 kg (441 lb.) ou plus (180 kg (397 lb.) ou plus pour le modèle de 54 pouces). Installer l'appareil à un endroit inapproprié peut provoquer un accident grave comme le renversement, la chute ou l'écrasement.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité Vignettes d'avertissement Des vignettes d'avertissement sont apposées pour qu'il soit facile de repérer les zones dangereuses. La signification des vignettes est donnée ci-dessous. Respecter les avertissements. Ne jamais retirer les vignettes et ne pas les laisser s'encrasser. Attention : Risque de pincement Faire attention de ne pas coincer les doigts pendant le chargement du support ou lors de la fermeture du couvercle.
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1. Included Items The following items are packed together with the unit. Make sure they are all present and accounted for.
2. Installation Environment Deciding On an Installation Site Install in a quiet, stable location offering good operating conditions. An unsuitable location can cause accident, fire, faulty operation, or breakdown. WARNING Install the machine in a location that is level, stable, and able to bear the weight of the machine. The total weight of the machine may reach 200 kg (419 lb.) or more (180 kg (397 lb.) or more for the 30-inch model).
2. Installation Environment Temperature and Humidity Maintain the specified temperature and humidity even when the machine is not in use. Temperatures that are too high may degrade the ink and cause malfunction. Temperatures that are too low may cause the ink to freeze and damage the heads.
3. Assembling and Installing Assembling the Stand First assemble the stand, then mount the machine on top of the stand. CAUTION Unpacking and installation must be carried out by six persons or more. Otherwise the machine or the stand may fall, resulting in injury. Procedure Attach the casters onto the stand leg. The stand leg has no particular up or down orientation. Tighten the bolts securely. Loose bolts may cause the stand to wobble. Bolts 3 pcs.
3. Assembling and Installing Place the machine on the stand and secure it in place. Tighten the bolts securely. Loose bolts may cause the stand to wobble. Align with the arms. 2 pcs. Bolts Bolts 2 pcs. Bolts 2 pcs. Bolts 2 pcs.
3. Assembling and Installing Installing the Media Holder Procedure Place the shafts on the stand. Pass the left media holder onto the shafts. Pass it through from the right edge (as seen from the back of the machine). Engage onto the shaft at the front of the machine. Pass through the shaft closest to the rear of the machine. Move the left media holder to the left side of the shafts and attach it using the retaining screw. Tighten loosely.
3. Assembling and Installing In the same way, pass the right media holder onto the shafts and attach the retaining screw. Tighten loosely. Retaining screw Attach the shaft clamps to secure the shafts in place. To keep the media holder from being pinched by the shaft clamps, be careful not to position it too close to the end.
3. Assembling and Installing Installing the Drain Bottle Procedure Remove the bottom plug. Use caution, because discharged fluid used in inspection may remain. Bottom plug It is needed when moving the machine, so do not discard it. Install the drain bottle. Turn the bottle without applying excessive force. Leave the drain bottle attached at all times. Remove it only when moving the machine or disposing of collected ink.
3. Assembling and Installing Attaching the Ink-cartridge Tray Attaching the ink-cartridge tray makes it possible to use 440-cc ink cartridges (ECO-SOL MAX ink only). Attach it as required. Procedure Remove the packing. Loosen the upper bolts. Remove the lower bolts. Store the packing materials carefully, because they are needed again when transporting the machine for relocation or the like. Back of the machine Cartridge slots Mount the ink-cartridge tray on the upper bolts.
3. Assembling and Installing Secure the ink-cartridge tray in place with the four bolts (two upper and two lower).
3. Assembling and Installing Removing the Packing Materials Tape and packing materials are attached to the machine to protect it from vibration during transportation. When installation is complete, remove these. Remove all packing materials. Any that remain may cause faulty operation or breakdown when the power is switched on. Store the packing materials carefully, because they are needed again when transporting the machine for relocation or the like. Tape Packing Remove the packing.
4. Connect the Cables Connecting the Cables WARNING Connect to electrical outlet that complies with this machine's ratings (for voltage, frequency, and current). Incorrect voltage or insufficient current may cause fire or electrical shock. WARNING Connect to ground. WARNING Perform this task with all power switches left switched off. This can prevent fire or electrical shock due to current leakage in the event of malfunction. Otherwise sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.
5. AQUEOUS PIGMENT ink (FPG2): Installing the Ink Cartridges Affixing the Label for AQUEOUS PIGMENT ink (FPG2) Models Affix the label for AQUEOUS PIGMENT ink models so that it covers the label for ECO-SOL MAX ink models at the location shown in the figure. Label for AQUEOUS PIGMENT ink models Label for ECO-SOL MAX ink models Ink cartridge slot AQUEOUS PIGMENT ink (FPG2):Installing the Ink Cartridges Never under any circumstances use anything other than the specified type of ink or cleaning fluid.
5. AQUEOUS PIGMENT ink (FPG2): Installing the Ink Cartridges Hold down and , switch on the main power switch. When a message appears on the display screen, release the operation-panel buttons. Press simultaneously. Hold down until the message appears. When this screen appears, press . The sub power is switched off and the display screen goes blank. This completes selection of the ink mode that enables use of AQUEOUS PIGMENT ink. 2. Switch on the sub power again, and make the initial settings.
5. AQUEOUS PIGMENT ink (FPG2): Installing the Ink Cartridges Before you insert the ink cartridge for each color, gently shake the cartridge. Insert the ink cartridges for the respective colors. Insert into the slot of the matching color. BK 1 2 3 4 BK CY MG YE CY MG YE Keep the labeled side face up. Insert and remove slowly, one at a time. Insert firmly, as far as it will go. Insert firmly until you hear a beep.
6. ECO-SOL MAX ink: Installing the Ink Cartridges ECO-SOL MAX ink: Filling with Ink for the First Time On ECO-SOL MAX ink models, special procedures are required when installing ink cartridges for the first time. These are required only once, when installing ink cartridges for the first time after shipment from the factory. You first clean the print heads using cleaning fluid, then fill with the inks of the various colors. This operation requires two SOL INK cleaning cartridges.
6. Installing the Ink Cartridges 1. Switch on the power and make the initial settings. v Close the front cover. Switch on the main power switch. ON w 36 Hold down power switch. and press the sub x Use Press y Use (for length). . Press to select the unit of measurement you want Use (for temperature). . Press to select the unit of measurement you want . to select the language you want.
6. Installing the Ink Cartridges 2. Clean the heads using the cleaning cartridges. Make sure the ink type matches the ink cartridges. . Press Make sure the drain bottle is installed. . Press Insert cleaning cartridges into slots 1 and 2. Flashing Insert the cleaning cartridges you pulled out into slots 3 and 4. Flashing Flashing Pull out the cleaning cartridges. Flashing When this screen appears, cleaning is finished.
6. Installing the Ink Cartridges 3. Insert the ink cartridges for the respective colors. Before you insert the ink cartridge for each color, gently shake the cartridge. Insert the ink cartridge for each color. Flashing Insert into the slot of the matching color. BK 1 2 3 4 BK CY MG YE CY MG YE Make sure the drain bottle is not overflowing with discharged fluid, . then press When this screen appears, filling with ink is finished.
7. Network Settings Introduction This machine has a built-in print server as a network interface. When you use the print server, you can send output data to the machine from anywhere on the network. TCP/IP is used as the protocol. Make sure the machine is connected to the network by an Ethernet cable. The network settings on the machine must be made manually, using the operation panel.
7. Network Settings Click [Properties]. If you're using Windows Vista and the [User Account Control] dialog box appears, click [Allow]. The [Local Area Connection Properties] dialog box appears. Select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)] (Windows Vista) or [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) (Windows XP/2000), then click [Properties]. If the check box for [Internet Protocol] is unselected, then click the check box to select it. click the check box to select it.
7. Network Settings Step 2: Make the Network Settings on the Printer Important The addresses used in this section are merely example settings. For detailed information about the settings, consult your network administrator. 1. Set the IP address. Press Press . Press Press . . Press three times. [IP ADDRESS]: 192.168.000.XXX several times. Note: Here, "XXX" may be any number you want from 2 to 254. However, be sure to specify a number that does not duplicate the setting you made in Step 1.
7. Network Settings Press Repeat and to set the subnet mask. When you've finished making the setting, press . . If you’re using one computer and one machine, go on to 4. If setting a gateway address is required, go on to 3. 3. Set the gateway address. Press . The screen shown in the figure appears again. Press Press Use to select the address number. [GATEWAY ADDR.]: 255.255.255.255 . twice. For the value to enter for the gateway address, consult your network administrator.
8. When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period Keep Performing Maintenance Switch On the Power Once a Month Switch on the sub power once a month. When you turn on the power, the machine automatically performs some operations such as those to keep the print heads from drying out. Allowing the machine to stand completely unused for a prolonged period may damage the print heads, so be sure to switch on the power to perform these automatic operations.
9. When Moving the Unit Procedures from Preparing to Move Through Reinstalling To move the machine, you must completely drain all ink inside the machine and secure the print heads in place with packing materials to protect them. Attempting to move the machine without first doing this may result in damage to internal components due to leaking ink or damage to the heads. This operation requires four unused SOL INK cleaning cartridges. Have these on hand before you start.
9. When Moving the Unit 2. Secure the print heads in place. Remove the drain bottle and discard the discharged ink. Drain Bottle v Attach the bottom plug where the drain bottle was installed. Bottom Plug Raise the loading lever. loading lever Secure the print heads in place using the retainer. Detach the roll media from the media holders. If necessary, also detach the media holders, the shafts, the left and right arms, and stand legs etc.
9. When Moving the Unit 3. Immediately move the machine and fill it with ink. Once the preparations are complete, move the machine with as little delay as possible. Immediately reinstall the machine and fill with ink. To reinstall and fill with ink, carry out "3. Assembling and Installing" through "6. Network Setting." When filling with ink, you use the cleaning cartridges again. WARNING Never place discharged fluid near open flame.
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