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  • Page 1 Service Manual ValueJet 1604 AP-74108 Rev. 1.6...
  • Page 3 3. Trademark Mentioned in this Manual • MUTOH, ValueJet, VJ-1604 are registered trademarks or product names of MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD. • Centronics and BiCentronics are registered trademarks or product names of Centronics Data Computer Corporation.
  • Page 4 Warranty Limitations Warranty Limitations 1. MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD. warrants part repair or replacement as a sole measure only if a failure is found in the system or in the materials and workmanship of the product the seller produced. However, if the cause of failure is uncertain, decide the action after due mutual consultation.
  • Page 5 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual About this Manual 1. Purpose and Target Readers This manual explains preparations needed before maintaining and checking operations for MUTOH Full Color Ink Jet Printer (VJ-1604A/VJ-1604E/VJ1604J/VJ-1604K2). This manual is prepared for the maintenance personnel of this printer.
  • Page 6 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual About this Manual 3. Manual Notation The following symbols are used in this manual for easier understanding of the information. Symbol Meaning Must be followed carefully to avoid death or serious bodily injury WARNING Must be observed to avoid slight or moderate bodily injury or damage to your equipment CAUTION Contains important information and useful tips on the operation of the...
  • Page 7 Modified the descriptions in Add “ No.12 Tube cramp Assembly DF-49041 ” “Table 10-2 Y Rail Assembly” Chapter10a-3 Modified the descriptions in Add “ DF-49041” “ Y Rail Assy ” Refer to sheet 1 May 2008 VJ1604E-M-05a MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD.
  • Page 8 ERRATA VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Exploded View B-125 DG-41917 B-162 A-111 B-128 A-112 A-110 A-109 B-122 A-118 B-127 DF-43868 A-114 B-52 B-119 B-54 A-117 B-122 B-53 A-120 B-114 B-101 DG-40352 B-106 B-105 B-120 B-119 B-55 B-93 B-51 B-126 A-118 A-121 B-50 B-118 B-104 A-116...
  • Page 9 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual General Table of Contents 1 Safety Instructions 1.1 Introduction ..........1-2 1.2 Warnings, Cautions and Notes .
  • Page 10 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 3.5 Choosing a Place for the Printer....... . . 3-6 4 Parts Replacement 4.1 Introduction.
  • Page 11 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4.5 Replacing Board Base Section (Y Rail Section) ....4-58 4.5.1 Replacing Heater Junction Board Assembly ....4-58 4.6 Replacing X Rail Section .
  • Page 12 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4.9 Replacing Maintenance Section ....... 4-121 4.9.1 Removing Maintenance Inner Cover .
  • Page 13 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5.5 Inspection Menu ..........5-11 5.5.1 Memory Size Menu .
  • Page 14 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5.14 Media Feed Menu ..........5-71 5.15 ExControl Menu .
  • Page 15 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7.5 PF Speed Reduction Belt Tension Adjustment ....7-29 7.5.1 Jigs and Tools ......... . . 7-29 7.5.2 Adjustment Procedure .

  • Page 16: Table Of Contents

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting 9.1 Introduction..........9-2 9.2 Troubleshooting with Error Messages .
  • Page 17 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions 1 Safety Instructions Introduction ..................... 1- 2 Warnings, Cautions and Notes.............. 1- 2 Important Safety Instructions ..............1- 3 Warning Labels ..................1- 9 1.4.1 Handling the Warning Labels............1-9 1.4.2 Locations and Types of Warning Labels........1-10 Rev.-05...

  • Page 18: Introduction

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions 1.1 Introduction This chapter explains the meaning of safety terms for personnel who installs, operates, or maintains this equipment, important safety instructions, and the warning labels attached to the equipment. Make sure to follow all instructions and warnings on this manual when installing, operating, or maintaining the equipment.

  • Page 19: Important Safety Instructions

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions 1.3 Important Safety Instructions General safety instructions that must be observed to use the equipment safely are explained below. Do not install this printer in the following locations:Doing so may result in the printer tipping or falling over and causing injury.
  • Page 20 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions Do not insert or drop metal objects or flammable objects inside the printer through openings such as air holes. Doing so may cause electric shock or fires. If foreign objects or fluids such as water enter the product internals, do not use the unit as is.
  • Page 21 If you need to operate the printer with the cover removed for maintenance, be careful not to get hurt by the driving parts. Never lube the printer mechanism with lube other than that designated by MUTOH. Doing so may damage the parts or shorten the lifetime.
  • Page 22 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions When handling power supply cables, be careful for the following: • Do not modify the power supply cable. • Do not place heavy objects on top of the power supply cable. • Do not excessively bend, twist or pull on the power supply cable. •...
  • Page 23 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions When cleaning the cleaning wiper • Do not touch the cleaning wiper and head cap unit. Oil becoming attached may make it impossible to perform proper head cleaning. • Always use a clean stick, and wipe off with a dry cloth. If water, etc.
  • Page 24 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions When performing cleaning, make sure to turn the power supply OFF, and pull out the power supply plug from the power outlet. Make sure that the product maintains a horizontal position when moving. Before performing installation work for various options, make sure to perform the following.

  • Page 25: Warning Labels

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions 1.4 Warning Labels The handling, attachment locations, and types of warning labels are explained below. Warning labels are attached to areas where care should be taken. Read and understand the positions and contents thoroughly before maintenance operation. 1.4.1 Handling the Warning Labels Make sure to note the following when handling the warning labels.

  • Page 26: Locations And Types Of Warning Labels

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions 1.4.2 Locations and Types of Warning Labels (1) Main Body The locations of warning labels on the main body are shown below. 3 2 1 Rev.-05 1-10...
  • Page 27 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions Table 1-2 List of Warning Labels Warning label type (Front cover open/close caution) (Head nozzle drying caution) (Cleaning caution) (Steel belt caution) 1-11 Rev.-05...
  • Page 28 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions Table 1-2 List of Warning Labels (Continued) Warning label type (High temperature caution) (Electric shock caution) (Ink handling caution) (Waste fluid tube handling caution) Rev.-05 1-12...
  • Page 29 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions (2) Winding Unit Section (Optional) The locations of warning labels on the scroller are shown below. Warning label type (Catching caution) 1-13 Rev.-05...
  • Page 30 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 1 Safety Instructions Rev.-05 1-14...

  • Page 31: Product Overview

    VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual 2 Product Overview 2 Product Overview Introduction ..................... 2- 2 Features ....................2- 2 Part Names and Functions..............2- 3 2.3.1 Front Section ................. 2-4 2.3.2 Rear Section .................. 2-5 2.3.3 Winding Unit Section (Optional)............. 2-6 2.3.4 Operation Panel ................2-7 Plotter Status..................

  • Page 32: Introduction

    2 Product Overview VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual 2.1 Introduction This chapter explains the features, part names, and functions of the plotter. 2.2 Features The features of the plotter are explained below. (1) Fast Print This model uses the new head prints images faster. Realizing printing width of 1615 mm in uni-direction printing mode.

  • Page 33: Part Names And Functions

    VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual 2 Product Overview 2.3 Part Names and Functions Part names and functions are explained below. For the directions described in this document, refer to the following figure. Upper Rear Left Front Right Lower Rev.-05...

  • Page 34: Front Section

    2 Product Overview VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual 2.3.1 Front Section Table 2-1 Part Names and Functions of Front Section Name Function Media set lever Used for fixing or releasing the media • Lower the lever to fix the media • Lower the lever further to fix the media firmly Used to improve the accuracy of media feeding * The accuracy of media feeding may decline depending on media.

  • Page 35: Rear Section

    VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual 2 Product Overview Table 2-1 Part Names and Functions of Front Section (Continued) Name Function Media cut groove Installed inside of the front cover Used to cut printed media straight Maintenance cover Used to protect users from the mechanical parts inside the plotter in the following cases: - Cleaning the cleaning wiper - Cleaning around the print head...

  • Page 36: Winding Unit Section (Optional)

    2 Product Overview VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Table 2-2 Part Names and Functions of Rear Section (Continued) Name Function Media guide Used for feeding media smoothly when the media is set or printed. The heater (pre-heater) to warm media is installed. AC inlet Used for connecting the power cable USB connector...

  • Page 37: Operation Panel

    VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual 2 Product Overview Table 2-3 Part Names and Functions of Winding Unit Section (Continued) Name Function Scroller horizontal Adjusts the horizontal position of the scroller position adjustment screw Power switch Turns the plotter on/off 2.3.4 Operation Panel The operation panel is used to set operational conditions, display the status of the plotter, and set other functions.
  • Page 38 2 Product Overview VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual (1) Operation Keys Some keys have multiple functions and names depending on the plotter status (normal or setup menu display). See "2.4 Plotter Status" p.2-10 for more details. Name Normal Setup menu display Changes the LCD monitor display to Changes the setup menu display [Menu] key setup menu status.
  • Page 39 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual 2 Product Overview Name Normal Setup menu display ↓ [Forward ] key Feeds the media in the forward direction. [-] key - Changes the menu in the reverse direction. - Decreases the value when inputting values. [Power] key Turns the plotter on and off.

  • Page 40: Plotter Status

    2 Product Overview VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual 2.4 Plotter Status The status of the plotter is explained below. 2.4.1 Normal Indicates that the plotter can print when media is loaded. Each setup concerning printing can be operated by using operation panel. Operation manual 2.4.2 Setup Menu...

  • Page 41: Selecting Panel Language And Panel Temperature

    VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual 2 Product Overview 2.4.5 Selecting Panel Language and Panel Temperature This section describes how to select the language and temperature displayed in the operation panel. Follow the steps below to select the language. You can choose the following display. Language: English or Japanese.
  • Page 42 2 Product Overview VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Rev.-05 2-12...

  • Page 43: Specifications

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 3 Specifications 3 Specifications Introduction ..................... 3- 2 Product Specifications ................3- 2 Interface Specifications................3- 4 3.3.1 Network Interface Specifications............ 3-4 Options/Supplies List ................3- 4 3.4.1 Options ..................3-4 3.4.2 Supplies ..................3-4 Choosing a Place for the Printer ............3- 6 Rev.-05...

  • Page 44: Introduction

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 3 Specifications 3.1 Introduction This chapter explains the specifications of the product, optional parts, and supplies. Installation environment requirements are also explained. 3.2 Product Specifications (1) Main Unit Specifications Item Specifications Model name VJ-1604 Plotting method On-demand piezo drive Motor driving method Firmware servo / DC motor drive...
  • Page 45 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 3 Specifications Item Specifications Command MH-RTL (RTL-PASS) Interface Network Interface (Ethernet IEEE802.3) Supply method Tube supply from four separate cartridges Cartridge Black, cyan, magenta, yellow: 220 ml ± 5 ml for each color Environmental conditions Temperature Humidity Operation environment 20ºC (68ºF) to 32ºC (89.6ºF)

  • Page 46: Interface Specifications

    Corresponding TCP/IP protocol 3.4 Options/Supplies List 3.4.1 Options For more information about the winding unit (optional), contact the following: • MUTOH distributor • MUTOH sales office 3.4.2 Supplies (1) Ink Cartridge Name Model Sales units ± Ink cartridge K (Black: 220 ml...
  • Page 47 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 3 Specifications (2) Other Supplies Name Model Sales units Waste ink bottle 1 box (1 piece per box) RJ8000-HET Rev.-05...

  • Page 48: Choosing A Place For The Printer

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 3 Specifications 3.5 Choosing a Place for the Printer • Do not place the printer in a location under the following conditions. Doing so may cause the product to fall, become damaged, or cause injury. • Unstable surfaces •...
  • Page 49 • Places where direct sunlight or excessive lighting are expected • Places where air conditioners blow directly • MUTOH recommends that the printer should be installed where air conditioning can be adjusted easily. (2) Required Space Install the printer on a flat surface that fulfills the following conditions.
  • Page 50 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 3 Specifications Rev.-05...
  • Page 51 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4 Parts Replacement Introduction ..................... 4- 6 Removing Covers ................... 4- 7 4.2.1 Removing Panel Cover ..............4-9 4.2.2 Removing Maintenance Cover............4-9 4.2.3 Removing Maintenance Cover U ..........4-10 4.2.4 Removing Side Maintenance Cover R......... 4-11 4.2.5 Removing Side Maintenance Cover L .........
  • Page 52 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Replacing Covers ..................4- 30 4.3.1 Replacing Panel Unit ..............4-30 4.3.2 Replacing Maintenance Cover Sensor ......... 4-31 4.3.3 Replacing Front Cover Sensor ............. 4-32 4.3.4 Replacing Front Cover Gear, Damper Gear (Sintered) ....4-35 Replacing Board Base (X Rail Section) ..........4- 39 4.4.1 Opening Board Box 64 ..............
  • Page 53 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.6.7 Replacing Heater, Thermistor ............4-69 4.6.8 Replacing Suction Fan..............4-77 4.6.9 Replacing Platen Non-Reflective Tape ........4-79 4.6.10 Replacing Media Holder............... 4-79 4.6.11 Replacing Flushing Tray .............. 4-81 4.6.12 Replacing Flushing Absorber............4-83 Replacing Y Rail Section..............
  • Page 54 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.8.7 Removing Print Head Cover............4-111 4.8.8 Replacing Damper Assembly L_Assy ........4-113 4.8.9 Replacing Print Head..............4-115 4.8.10 Replacing Head FFC ..............4-117 4.8.11 Replacing P_EDGE Sensor Assembly ........4-119 Replacing Maintenance Section............4- 121 4.9.1 Removing Maintenance Inner Cover ..........
  • Page 55 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.13 Replacing Winding Unit Section (Option)......... 4- 151 4.13.1 Removing Tension Arm ............. 4-151 4.13.2 Removing Take-up Holding Plate ..........4-152 4.13.3 Removing Take-up Cover ............4-153 4.13.4 Replacing Scroller..............4-155 4.13.5 Replacing VJ Take-up CNT Board Assembly ......4-157 4.13.6 Replacing CR_HP Sensor, Lever Sensor ........

  • Page 56: Introduction

    The plotter has been assembled in the MUTOH factory with extremely high precision up to 1/100mm. If disassembled inappropriately, it may not restore its normal functionality.

  • Page 57: Removing Covers

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.2 Removing Covers This section describes the procedures to replace covers. Table 4-1 Cover Component List Part name Panel cover Maintenance cover R Maintenance cover U_R Side maintenance cover R Rev.-05...
  • Page 58 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Table 4-1 Cover Component List (Continued) Part name Side top cover R Maintenance cover L Maintenance cover U_L Side top cover L Side maintenance cover L Front cover Acrylic plate Media guide F (upper) Board box 64 Rear side cover Cartridge cover (lower)

  • Page 59: Removing Panel Cover

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.2.1 Removing Panel Cover 1. Open the maintenance cover R. 2. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the panel cover. Part name Panel cover Screws that retain the panel cover × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer 3.

  • Page 60: Removing Maintenance Cover U

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name Maintenance cover 4. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.2.3 Removing Maintenance Cover U The procedure to remove the maintenance cover U_R is the same as the one for the maintenance cover U_L.

  • Page 61: Removing Side Maintenance Cover R

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the maintenance cover U. Part name Maintenance cover U Screws that retain the maintenance cover U × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer 3.

  • Page 62: Removing Side Maintenance Cover L

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name Screws that retain the side maintenance cover R × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M4 2. Lift up and remove the side maintenance cover R. 3. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.2.5 Removing Side Maintenance Cover L 1.
  • Page 63 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the side top cover R. Part name Side top cover R Screws that retain the side top cover R × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M4 3.

  • Page 64: Removing Side Top Cover L

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.2.7 Removing Side Top Cover L Before removing the side top cover L, close the front cover. 1. Remove the side maintenance cover L. "4.2.5 Removing Side Maintenance Cover L" p.4-12 2. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the side top cover L. Part name Side top cover L Screws that retain the side top cover L...

  • Page 65: Removing Rear Side Cover

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.2.8 Removing Rear Side Cover 1. Remove the side maintenance cover L. "4.2.5 Removing Side Maintenance Cover L" p.4-12 2. Remove the side top cover L. "4.2.7 Removing Side Top Cover L" p.4-14 3.
  • Page 66 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 5. Remove the screws (2 pieces) on the lower part of the rear side cover. Part name Rear side cover Screws that retain the rear side cover × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M4 6.

  • Page 67: Removing Cartridge Cover (Upper)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 7. Remove the rear side cover. Part name Rear side cover 8. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.2.9 Removing Cartridge Cover (Upper) 1. Remove the ink cartridge (6 pieces). 2. Remove the screws (4 pieces) that retain the left and right part of the cartridge cover (upper). Rear right view Rear left view Part name...

  • Page 68: Removing Cartridge Cover (Middle)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Remove the screws (2 pieces) on the upper part of the cartridge cover (upper). Part name Cartridge cover (upper) Screws that retain the cartridge cover (upper) × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M4 4.

  • Page 69: Removing Side Top Cover R

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name Screws that retain the cartridge cover (middle) × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 3. Remove the cartridge cover (middle). 4.2.11 Removing Cartridge Cover (Lower) 1. Remove the screws (4 pieces) that retain the cartridge cover (lower). Right view Left view Part name...

  • Page 70: Removing Side Top Cover L

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Remove the screws (3 pieces) that retain the switch cover R. Rear view Right view Part name Switch cover R Screws that retain the switch cover R × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 3.

  • Page 71: Removing

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name Screws that retain the switch cover L × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 3. Remove the switch cover L. 4. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.2.14 Removing Front Cover Front cover removal must be done by two or more persons.

  • Page 72: Removing Rear Side Cover

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Remove the rear side cover. "4.2.8 Removing Rear Side Cover" p.4-15 Rev.-05 4-22...

  • Page 73: Removing Cartridge Cover (Upper)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Remove the side top cover L. "4.2.7 Removing Side Top Cover L" p.4-14 4. Remove the cartridge cover (upper). "4.2.9 Removing Cartridge Cover (Upper)" p.4-17 5. Remove the screws (5 pieces) on the back of the rear top cover. 6.

  • Page 74: Removing Top Cover

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.2.16 Removing Top Cover Top cover removal must be done by 2 or more persons. 1. Remove the front cover. "4.2.14 Removing Front Cover" p.4-21 2. Remove the rear top cover. "4.2.15 Removing Rear Top Cover" p.4-21 3.

  • Page 75: Removing Media Guide F (Upper)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4. Remove the screws (5 pieces) that retain the front of the top cover. Front view Part name Top cover Screws that retain the top cover × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 5.
  • Page 76 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the media guide FR. Right upper view Lower view Part name Media guide FR Screws that retain the media guide FR × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M4 3.
  • Page 77 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 6. Remove the screws (5 pieces) that retain the bottom of the media guide F (upper). Part name Media guide F (upper) Screws that retain the media guide F (upper) × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M4 7.

  • Page 78: Removing Media Guide R (Upper)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 9. Remove the two connectors to the after-heater and the two connectors to the after-thermistor that are inside the media guide F (upper). Part name Media guide F (upper) Media guide F (lower) Connector to the after-thermistor Connector to the after-heater 10.
  • Page 79 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Remove the screws (4 pieces) that retain the media guide R (upper). Part name Media guide R (upper) Screws that retain the media guide R (upper) × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M4 3.

  • Page 80: Removing Media Guide R (Lower)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.2.19 Removing Media Guide R (Lower) Media guide R (lower) removal must be done by 2 or more persons. 1. Remove the media guide R (upper). "4.2.18 Removing Media Guide R (Upper)" p.4-27 If the roll media holder overlaps the screw holes, displace the roll media holder.

  • Page 81: Replacing Covers

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.3 Replacing Covers This section describes the procedures to replace the covers. 4.3.1 Replacing Panel Unit • When replacing the panel unit, first pull out the AC cable. Power may be turned on depending on how the cable is connected, and that may damage the board.

  • Page 82: Replacing Maintenance Cover Sensor

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.3.2 Replacing Maintenance Cover Sensor (1) Replacing Maintenance Cover Sensor R 1. Remove the maintenance cover U. "4.2.3 Removing Maintenance Cover U" p.4-10 2. Detach the connector for the maintenance cover sensor assembly. 3.

  • Page 83: Replacing Maintenance Cover Sensor

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (2) Replacing Maintenance Cover Sensor L The procedure to replace the maintenance cover sensor L is the same as the one for the maintenance cover sensor R. 4.3.3 Replacing Front Cover Sensor (1) R Side 1.
  • Page 84 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the cover sensor (C) assembly_R. Part name Cover sensor (C) assembly_R Screws that retain the cover sensor (C) assembly_R × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M2 Damper cover R 5.
  • Page 85 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the cover sensor (C) assembly_L. Part name Cover sensor (C) assembly_L Screws that retain the cover sensor (C) assembly_L × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M2 Damper cover L 5.

  • Page 86: Replacing Front Cover Gear, Damper Gear (Sintered)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.3.4 Replacing Front Cover Gear, Damper Gear (Sintered) (1) R Side 1. Remove the switch cover R. "4.2.12 Removing Switch Cover R" p.4-19 2. Remove the screw (1 piece) that retains the switch plate R. Part name Switch plate R Screw that retains the switch plate R.
  • Page 87 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name Screws that retain the damper cover R × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M4 5. Remove the damper cover R. 6. Remove the flange bushing. Part name Flange bushing Front cover gear Front cover axis Damper gear (sintered)
  • Page 88 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (2) L Side 1. Remove the switch cover L. "4.2.13 Removing Switch Cover L" p.4-20 2. Remove the screw (1 piece) that retains the switch plate L. Part name Switch plate L Screw that retains the switch plate L ×...
  • Page 89 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name Screws that retain the damper cover L × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M4 5. Remove the damper cover L. 6. Remove the flange bushing. Part name Flange bushing Front cover gear Front cover axis Damper gear (sintered)

  • Page 90: Replacing Board Base (X Rail Section)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.4 Replacing Board Base (X Rail Section) This section describes the procedure to replace the power supply or the board in the X rail section. The boards are arranged as follows. Inside view of media guide F Inside view of board box 64 Part name HEATER RELAY board assembly...

  • Page 91: Opening Board Box 64

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.4.1 Opening Board Box 64 1. Remove the AC inlet cables (2 pieces), and the other cables (LAN, USB). 2. Remove the screws (5 pieces) that retain the board box 64. If you remove the screws that retain the board box 64, the box opens downwards because of it's weight.

  • Page 92: Replacing Power Board Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.4.2 Replacing Power Board Assembly If the power board assembly needs to be removed, remove the power cable and wait for 5 minutes or more before dismount the assembly; this will discharge the residual electrical charge of the electrolytic capacitor.

  • Page 93: Replacing Heater Cont Board

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.4.3 Replacing HEATER CONT Board • Before you replace a board assembly, remove the AC inlet cable. You may suffer electric shock due to standby current. • When you handle a circuit board, do not touch any elements on it with bare hands. Doing so may cause electrostatic discharge and damage the elements.
  • Page 94 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Detach the connectors listed below from the HEATER CONT board. Connector # of Color Connect to Remark Pins Black Config CN White Feeder Motor White Feeding Unit Sensor White Roll Motor White Roll Unit Sensor Black HEATER RELAY A (J3)

  • Page 95: Replacing Heater Relay Board

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Remove the screws (4 pieces) that retain the HEATER CONT board. Part name HEATER CONT board Screws that retain the HEATER CONT board. × (cup screw M3 4. Replace the HEATER CONT board. 5.
  • Page 96 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Detach the connectors listed below from the heater relay board. Table 4-2 Connectors to Heater Relay Board Connector # of Color Connect to Remark Pins White EX-AC-OUT [HEATER CONT (J23)] White Plt_Heat 1 Black HEATER CONT (J6) White...

  • Page 97: Replacing Cooling Fan (24V) Assembly (For Main Board)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Remove the screws (6 pieces) that retain the heater relay board. Part name Heater relay board Screws that retain the heater relay board × (cup screw M3 4. Remove the heater relay board. 5.
  • Page 98 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the cooling fan (24V) assembly. Back of the leg holder base Part name Cooling fan (24V) assembly Screws that retain the cooling fan (24V) assembly ×...

  • Page 99: Replacing Cooling Fan (24V) Assembly (In Media Guide F)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.4.6 Replacing Cooling Fan (24V) Assembly (in Media Guide F) 1. Remove the media guide F (upper). "4.2.17 Removing Media Guide F (Upper)" p.4-24 2. Remove the connector to the cooling fan (24V) assembly. 3.

  • Page 100: Replacing Main Board

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name Screws that retain the cooling fan (24V) assembly × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 6. Remove the cooling fan (24V) assembly. 7. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.4.7 Replacing MAIN Board •...

  • Page 101: Replacing Main Board

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (1) Replacing SODIMM 1. Open the board box 64. "4.4.1 Opening Board Box 64" p.4-40 Part name SODIMM Main board assembly 2. Open the lock to both sides. 3. Remove the SODIMM. 4. Replace the SODIMM. Push in the SODIMM following the notches until click sound occurs.
  • Page 102 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Detach the connectors listed below from the MAIN board assembly. When connecting and removing the FFC type cables to/from the MAIN board assembly connectors, always pull or push the cables perpendicularly. Pulling or pushing them slantwise may damage/short/break the terminals in the connectors, causing a breakdown of the on-board devices.
  • Page 103 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement No. Connector No. # of Colors Connect to Remark Pins Vacum_FAN_3 Yellow Vacum_FAN_4 Blue LEVER_up White COOLING_FAN_1 Waste_Fluid_Full_Sensor COOLING_FAN_2 Yellow Waste_Box_Sensor_L COOLING_FAN_3 Yellow F_Cover_R_Sensor Blue F_Cover_L_Sensor Black Debug CN Black P_REAR_R Silver LDVS -> [HEATER CONT (J10)] Black CPLD Not in use...

  • Page 104: Replacing Fuse

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 5. Remove the MAIN board assembly. 6. Replace the MAIN board assembly. 7. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 8. Install the firmware. "7.3.5 Firmware Installation" p.7-16 9. Install the parameters backup. "7.3.1 Parameter Backup"...
  • Page 105 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Replace the blown fuses. • There are two fuses for one power supply (four fuses in total). Don’t touch the cap of a fuse with bare hands. Part name Fuse (main side) Fuse (heater side) Fuse holder (main side) Fuse holder (heater side)

  • Page 106: Replacing Inlet Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.4.9 Replacing Inlet Assembly • Remove the AC inlet cable to replace the fuse before replacing the AC inlet. You may suffer electric shock due to standby current. (1) Replacing AC Inlet Small (Main Side) 1.
  • Page 107 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name AC inlet small Screws that retain the AC inlet small × (countersunk head screw M3 4. Remove the AC inlet small from outside. 5. Replace the AC inlet small. 6. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4-57 Rev.-05...
  • Page 108 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (2) Replacing AC Inlet Large (Heater Side) 1. Open the board box 64. "4.4.1 Opening Board Box 64" p.4-40 2. Remove the connectors (3 pieces). Part name AC inlet large Connector 3. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the AC inlet large. Part name AC inlet large Screws that retain the AC inlet large...
  • Page 109 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 6. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4-59 Rev.-05...

  • Page 110: Replacing Board Base Section (Y Rail Section)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.5 Replacing Board Base Section (Y Rail Section) This section describes the procedure to replace the boards in the Y rail section. 4.5.1 Replacing Heater Junction Board Assembly • Before you replace a board assembly, remove the AC inlet cable. You may suffer electric shock due to standby current.
  • Page 111 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement No. Connector No. # of Color Connect to Remark Pins EX ACT1 Not in use EX SLOT1 Not in use EX ACT2 Not in use EX SLOT2 Not in use EX ACT3 Not in use EX ACT4 Not in use EX SLOT3...

  • Page 112: Replacing X Rail Section

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.6 Replacing X Rail Section This section describes the procedure to replace the X rail section. 4.6.1 Replacing PF Speed Reduction Belt Do not touch the motor right after starting-up the plotter. Otherwise, you may be burned. 1.
  • Page 113 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 6. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that fix the PF speed reduction pulley to PF connection shaft. Part name PF ENC scale ENC scale holder PF speed reduction pulley Screws that fix the PF speed reduction pulley to PF connection shaft ×...

  • Page 114: Replacing Pf Motor Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 15. Follow the steps in "7.6 PF Encoder Assembly Position Adjustment" p.7-30 for adjustment. 4.6.2 Replacing PF Motor Assembly Do not touch the motor right after starting-up the plotter. Otherwise, you may be burned. 1.
  • Page 115 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 6. Detach the PF motor assembly cable from the motor connector. Part name PF motor assembly PF motor assembly connector PF motor assembly cable assembly 7. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the PF motor assembly. Part name PF motor assembly Screws that retain the PF motor assembly...

  • Page 116: Replacing Pf Encoder Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 11. Install the PF speed reduction belt. When installing the PF motor assembly, ensure that the PF speed reduction belt is evenly guided along the center part of the PF motor assembly pulley by moving the speed reduction pulley by hand. 12.

  • Page 117: Replacing Pf_Enc Scale, Pf Speed Reduction Pulley

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 5. Adjust the PF_ENC scale. "7.6 PF Encoder Assembly Position Adjustment" p.7-30 6. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.6.4 Replacing PF_ENC Scale, PF Speed Reduction Pulley While replacing the PF scale assembly, make sure to avoid deforming the PF scale. If it is deformed, image quality may be affected.

  • Page 118: Replacing P_Rear Sensor Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 6. Remove the PF_ENC scale. 7. Remove the PF speed reduction belt. 8. Remove the PF speed reduction pulley. 9. Replace the PF speed reduction pulley. 10. Replace the PF_ENC scale. 11. Adjust the PF_ENC scale. "7.6 PF Encoder Assembly Position Adjustment"...
  • Page 119 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the P_REAR_R sensor assembly. Rear view Enlarged view Part name P_REAR_R sensor assembly Screws that retain the P_REAR_R sensor assembly × (cup screw M2 R sensor bracket 5.

  • Page 120: Replacing Lever Up Sensor

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.6.6 Replacing Lever Up Sensor 1. Open the maintenance cover. 2. Remove the side maintenance cover R. "4.2.4 Removing Side Maintenance Cover R" p.4-11 3. Remove the lever up sensor cable assembly. 4. Remove the lever up sensor assembly. Rear view Enlarged view Part name...

  • Page 121: Replacing Heater, Thermistor

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 6. Apply adhesive material. Part name Lever up sensor assembly Adhesive material application surface 7. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.6.7 Replacing Heater, Thermistor Set the heater to the original position without bending. The surface temperature of the platen changes and printing quality becomes poor if the heater assembly position is set insufficiently.
  • Page 122 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement The pre-heater is arranged as follows. Part name Pre-heater 1 Pre-heater 2 1. Lift up the media guide R (upper). "4.2.18 Removing Media Guide R (Upper)" p.4-27 2. Detach the connectors (2 pieces) to the pre-heater and the connectors (2 pieces) to the pre-thermistor. Part name Connectors to the pre-heater thermistor Connectors to the pre-heater...
  • Page 123 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Remove the pre-heater heat insulator from the part where the heater or the thermistor is broken. The pre-heater heat insulator and the pre-heater are affixed using double-faced tape. 4. Mark the location of the broken pre-heater. Affix the pre-heater at the correct position.
  • Page 124 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 8. Remove the pre-thermistor. The pre-thermistor is affixed using thermistor film. Rear view of media guide R (Upper) Part name Media guide R (upper) Pre-thermistor Pre-heater heat insulator Thermistor film 9. Remove the pre-thermistor. 10.
  • Page 125 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (2) Replacing Platen Heater, Platen Thermistor The platen heater is arranged as follows. Part name Platen heater 1 Platen heater 2 1. Open the front cover. 2. Remove the screws (16 pieces) that retain the platen. Part name Platen Screws that retain the platen...
  • Page 126 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4. Remove the connectors (2 pieces) to the platen heater and the connectors (2 pieces) to the platen thermistor. Rear view of platen Part name Heat insulator platen Connectors to the platen heater Connectors to the platen thermistor Heat insulator thermistor 5.
  • Page 127 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (3) Replacing After-Heater, After-Thermistor The after-heater is arranged as follows. Part name After-heater 1 After-heater 2 1. Lift up the media guide F (upper). "4.2.17 Removing Media Guide F (Upper)" p.4-24 2. Detach the connectors (2 pieces) to the after-heater and the connectors (2 pieces) to the after-thermistor inside the media guide F (upper).
  • Page 128 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4. Remove the after-heater heat insulator from the part where the heater or the thermistor is broken. The after-heater heat insulator and the after-heater are affixed using double-faced tape. 5. Mark the part where the after-heater is broken. Affix the after-heater at the correct position.

  • Page 129: Replacing Suction Fan

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 8. Remove the after-thermistor. Rear view of media guide F Part name Media guide F (upper) After-heater thermistor After-heater heat insulator 9. Remove the after-thermistor. 10. Replace the after-thermistor. 11. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.6.8 Replacing Suction Fan The suction fan is arranged as follows.
  • Page 130 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 1. Remove the platen. "(2) Replacing Platen Heater, Platen Thermistor" p.4-73 2. Remove the connector to the suction fan. 3. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the suction fan. Part name Suction fan Screws that retain the suction fan ×...

  • Page 131: Replacing Platen Non-Reflective Tape

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.6.9 Replacing Platen Non-Reflective Tape 1. Open the front cover. 2. Strip the platen non-reflective tape. Part name Platen Platen non-reflective tape Once the platen non-reflective tape is stripped, it must not be reused. 3.
  • Page 132 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the media holder stopper. Part name Media holder stopper Screws that retain the media holder stopper × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 4.

  • Page 133: Replacing Flushing Tray

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.6.11 Replacing Flushing Tray The flushing tray is arranged as follows. Part name Flushing tray R Flushing tray L When replacing the flushing tray, wear rubber gloves (1) Replacing Flushing Tray R 1. Open the front cover. 2.
  • Page 134 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Lift up the flushing frame hook. Part name Flushing tray Flushing frame Flushing frame hook 4. Remove the flushing frame. 5. Detach the flushing tray by pushing the flushing tray from behind the flushing frame. Part name Flushing tray Flushing frame...

  • Page 135: Replacing Flushing Absorber

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (2) Replacing Flushing Tray L 1. Open the maintenance cover L. 2. Lift up the flushing frame hook. Part name Flushing tray Flushing frame Flushing frame hook 3. Remove the flushing frame. 4. Detach the flushing tray by pushing the flushing tray from behind the flushing frame. 5.
  • Page 136 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Replace the flushing absorbers (3 pieces). Part name Flushing absorbers The flushing absorbers are three thicknesses. 3. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. Rev.-05 4-86...

  • Page 137: Replacing Y Rail Section

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.7 Replacing Y Rail Section This section describes the procedure to replace the Y rail section. 4.7.1 Replacing Steel Belt • When replacing the steel belt, be careful not to cut your hand with the steel belt. •...
  • Page 138 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 7. Loosen the steel belt adjustment screws (2 pieces). Part name CR driven pulley Steel belt adjustment screws × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 Steel belt Return pulley mounting plate Screw cap 8.
  • Page 139 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 11. Insert the measure through the hole of the Y drive base to the inside of Y rail. 12. Pull out the measure from the hole of the return pulley mounting plate. View of origin side View of opposite side to origin Part name Measure...

  • Page 140: Replacing Cr Motor Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 17. Install the CR driven pulley assembly. 18. Affix the other side of the steel belt to the left side of the carriage. 19. Adjust the steel belt tension. "7.4 Steel Belt Tension Adjustment" p.7-26 20.
  • Page 141 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4. Loosen the hexagon socket screws (4 pieces) that retain the CR motor assembly. Part name CR motor assembly CR motor spacer × Hexagon socket screws (M4 CR motor cable assembly 5. Confirm that the CR speed reduction belt is loosened. Part name CR motor assembly CR speed reduction belt...

  • Page 142: Replacing Cr Drive Pulley Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 9. Replace the CR motor assembly. When installing the CR motor assembly, ensure that the steel belt is evenly guided along the center part of the CR motor assembly pulley by moving the carriage by hand. 10.
  • Page 143 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4. Confirm that the CR speed reduction belt is loosened. Part name CR motor assembly CR speed reduction belt Y drive base CR drive pulley 5. Loosen the steel belt adjustment screws (2 pieces). Part name CR driven pulley Steel belt adjustment screws...

  • Page 144: Replacing T Fence

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 6. Remove the CR drive pulley. 7. Remove the CR speed reduction belt. 8. Replace the CR drive pulley assembly. • The parts accompanied when removing the CR drive pulley are collectively called CR drive pulley assembly.
  • Page 145 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 8. Detach the T fence from the T fence spring. Part name T fence spring T fence spring hook T fence 9. Detach the T fence from the T fence guide plate (3 pieces). Part name T fence guide plate T fence...
  • Page 146 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 10. Detach the T fence from the hook of the T fence clamping plate. Part name T fence clamping plate T fence 11. Replace the T fence. When assembling the T fence, make sure to follow the instructions below. •...

  • Page 147: Replacing Cr Origin Sensor

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name T fence guide plate T fence CR_ENC assembly Carriage 12. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.7.5 Replacing CR Origin Sensor 1. Open the maintenance cover R. 2. Remove the side top cover R. "4.2.6 Removing Side Top Cover R"...
  • Page 148 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 5. Remove the CR origin sensor. Part name CR origin sensor CR_ORG cable assembly Y rail 6. Replace the CR origin sensor. 7. Apply adhesive material. Part name Adhesive material application surface 8. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. Rev.-05 4-98...

  • Page 149: Replacing Cr Driven Pulley

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.7.6 Replacing CR Driven Pulley After installing the CR driven pulley, always ensure that the steel belt is evenly guided along the center part of the CR motor assembly pulley by moving the carriage left and right by hand. 1.

  • Page 150: Replacing Steel Bearer

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Seven parts are accompanied when removing the CR drive pulley. They are collectively called CR driven pulley assembly except for the screw caps. 8. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 9. Adjust the steel belt tension. "7.4 Steel Belt Tension Adjustment"...
  • Page 151 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4. Remove the film FFC retainers (6 pieces). Part name Steel bearer Film FFC retainer 5. Remove the screws (3 pieces each) that retain the cable guides (2 pieces). Part name Cable guide Screws that retain the cable guide ×...

  • Page 152: Replacing Cr_Ffc

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.7.8 Replacing CR_FFC • When replacing the board or connecting and removing FFC, first remove the power plug and leave it for a while. Overcurrent may occur and damage the board. • When connecting and removing the FFC type cables to/from the CR board assembly connectors, always pull or push the cables perpendicularly to the connector.
  • Page 153 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name FT guide material 9. Pull out the CR_FFC from the hole on the origin side of the cable guide. 10. Pull out the CR_FFC from the hole on the leg holder base (64). Back of leg holder base 64 Cable guide Part name...

  • Page 154: Replacing Pressure Roller

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.7.9 Replacing Pressure Roller 1. Open the front cover. 2. Lift up one end of the pressure arm slightly with a finger and hold it. 3. Pull down the other end of the pressure roller. Part name Pressure roller Pressure arm...

  • Page 155: Replacing Ink Tube

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.7.10 Replacing Ink Tube 1. Perform ink discharge operation to discharge ink entirely from the ink paths. "5.7.8 HeadWash Menu" p.5-43 2. Remove the rear top cover. "4.2.15 Removing Rear Top Cover" p.4-21 3.
  • Page 156 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 7. Remove the tube clamps (6 pieces). Part name Ink tube Film FFC guide Tube clamp 8. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the tube guide plate. Lower view Upper view Part name Tube guide plate Screws that retain the tube guide plate ×...
  • Page 157 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 11. Pull out the ink tube from inside the carriage. Part name Three-way joint Ink tube 12. Loosen the joint screw on the tip of the sub tank. 13. Detach the ink tube from the joint tube. Part name Ink tube Joint tube...

  • Page 158: Replacing Cursor Section

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.8 Replacing Cursor Section This section describes the procedure to replace the cursor section. 4.8.1 Releasing Head Lock When head lock is released on the software, the carriage moves to the origin position after the power is turned off.

  • Page 159: Removing Cr Board Cover

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.8.2 Removing CR Board Cover 1. Remove the side top cover R. "4.2.6 Removing Side Top Cover R" p.4-12 2. Remove the screws (3 pieces) that retain the CR board cover. Part name CR board cover Screws that retain the CR board cover ×...
  • Page 160 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Remove the CR_FFC (3 pieces). Part name CR board assembly Head FFC CR_FFC Connector Screws that retain the CR board assembly 1 × (cup screw M3 Hexagon spacer 4. Detach the connectors to the CR board assembly listed below. Connector # of Color...

  • Page 161: Replacing Cr Encoder Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 7. Replace the CR board assembly. 8. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.8.4 Replacing CR Encoder Assembly When removing the CR_ENC assembly, pay attention to avoid nicking the T fence. 1.

  • Page 162: Replacing Pg Origin Sensor Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.8.5 Replacing PG Origin Sensor Assembly 1. Open the maintenance cover R. 2. Open the side top cover R. "4.2.6 Removing Side Top Cover R" p.4-12 3. Remove the PG origin sensor relay assembly. 4.

  • Page 163: Replacing Cursor Roller Arm Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.8.6 Replacing Cursor Roller Arm Assembly 1. Remove the head cover. "4.8.6 Replacing Cursor Roller Arm Assembly" p.4-111 2. Lift up the cursor roller arm assembly to the direction shown below, and lift up the cursor arm spring. Note that the tension of the cursor arm spring is high.
  • Page 164 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Detach the connectors (2 pieces) to the head fan assembly from the head fan relay assembly. Part name Connector to the head fan assembly Head fan relay assembly CR board cover 4. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the print head cover. Left view Right view Part name...

  • Page 165: Replacing Damper Assembly L_Assy

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.8.8 Replacing Damper Assembly L_Assy • When connecting and removing the FFC type cables to/from the MAIN board assembly connectors, always pull or push the cables perpendicularly. Pulling or pushing them slantwise may damage/short/break the terminals in the connectors, causing a breakdown of the on-board elements.
  • Page 166 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement • Don’t touch the transparent film on the side of the damper assembly L. Ink charged in the damper assembly L will discharge. • Take care not to damage the transparent film on the side of the damper assembly L. •...

  • Page 167: Replacing Damper Assembly L_Assy

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.8.9 Replacing Print Head • While operation, pay special attention not to touch the head nozzles or contaminate them with foreign objects. • The print head assembly has been adjusted. Do not disassemble it. •...
  • Page 168 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 6. Remove the print head. Part name Print head 7. Remove the head FFC (2 pieces) from the print head. Front Back Part name Head FFC Print head 8. Replace the print head. 9.

  • Page 169: Replacing Print Head

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.8.10 Replacing Head FFC • While operation, pay special attention not to touch the head nozzles or contaminate them with foreign objects. • The print head assembly has been adjusted. Do not disassemble it. •...
  • Page 170 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 8. Remove the flat core holder (2 pieces). 9. Remove the flat core (2 pieces). Part name Flat core holder Screws that retain the flat core holder × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 Flat core Head FFC 10.

  • Page 171: Replacing P_Edge Sensor Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.8.11 Replacing P_EDGE Sensor Assembly 1. Remove the head cover. "4.8.7 Removing Print Head Cover" p.4-111 2. Detach the connector to the P_EDGE sensor assembly from the CR board assembly (J208). "4.8.3 Replacing CR Board Assembly" p.4-107 3.
  • Page 172 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement The cable of the P_EDGE sensor assembly is a stranded wire of red, black, blue and orange. 6. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. Rev.-05 4-122...

  • Page 173: Replacing Maintenance Section

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.9 Replacing Maintenance Section This section describes the procedure to replace the maintenance section. 4.9.1 Removing Maintenance Inner Cover 1. Remove the maintenance cover U. "4.2.3 Removing Maintenance Cover U" p.4-10 2. Move the carriage to the opposite side of the origin. "4.8.1 Releasing Head Lock"...

  • Page 174: Replacing Cleaner Head

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.9.2 Replacing Cleaner Head 1. Move the carriage to the opposite side of the origin. "4.8.1 Releasing Head Lock" p.4-106 2. Using tweezers, detach the cleaner head from the hook at the cleaner head retaining section, and remove it upwardly.

  • Page 175: Replacing Maintenance Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.9.3 Replacing Maintenance Assembly There are some remaining ink in the tubes. Be careful that the ink is not spilled from the tube outlet onto the plotter or the covers.
  • Page 176 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 9. Remove the head lock holder. Part name Flushing box holder Screw that retains the flushing box holder × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 Head lock holder Screw that retains the head lock holder ×...
  • Page 177 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name Waste fluid guide cover Screw that retains the waste fluid guide cover × (tapping screw M3 Waste fluid guide Screw that retains the waste fluid guide × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 Waste fluid tube 15.
  • Page 178 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 19. Prepare the replacement maintenance assembly. Extend the tube to use. Part name Tube clamp Tube Maintenance assembly 20. Prepare a tube of 135-140 mm. Part name Tube Rev.-05 4-128...
  • Page 179 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 21. Attach the fitting on one side of the tube. Part name Tube Tube fitting 22. Connect the tube coming from the maintenance assembly, and the tube with the fitting. Part name Tube Maintenance assembly tube 4-129 Rev.-05...
  • Page 180 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 23. Make sure that the distance from the tube clamp area to the tube tip is between 215 and 220 mm. Part name Tube Maintenance assembly tube The tube arrangement between Maintenance assembly and waste fluid tank has 2 variations depending on the shipment timing.
  • Page 181 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Insert the tip of the tube to the waste fluid guide. Part name Tube Waste fluid guide 4. Push in the tube until the tube tip extends a few millimeters out from the bottom of the waste fluid guide. Part name Waste fluid guide Tube tip...
  • Page 182 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (2) Tube Arrangement B 1. Peal the tape off which fixing Y fitting and pull the tube attached to ink pump out from the Y fitting. Part name Tube attached to ink pump Y fitting 2.
  • Page 183 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 1.Secure the Y fitting and tube T-type joint with tape so that the tape lays between the tubes as shown below. Part name Y fitting and tube T-type fitting Tape 2.Secure the tape with another one so that the taped one in step 1 above is not removed. Twist it around the tube T-type joint.
  • Page 184 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4. Tape the acetate tape (length: 40 mm) the area where the tube interferes with maintenance base (2 positions). Part name Maintenance base Acetate tape 5. To reassemble other parts, reverse the removal procedure. Rev.-05 4-134...

  • Page 185: Removing Cartridge Cover (Middle)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.10 Replacing IH Section This section describes the procedure to replace the IH section. 4.10.1 Replacing Ink ID Board Assembly 1. Remove the cartridge cover (upper). "4.2.9 Removing Cartridge Cover (Upper)" p.4-17 2. Remove the cartridge cover (middle). "4.2.10 Removing Cartridge Cover (Middle)"...
  • Page 186 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 8. Remove the cartridge side plate. Part name I/C slide (2) Screws that retain the I/C slide (2) × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 Cartridge side plate Screws that retain the cartridge side plate ×...
  • Page 187 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 10. Remove the holder pressure spring. There are two holder pressure springs respectively in the upper and lower portion. 11. Detach the cable of the ink ID board assembly from the clamp. 12. Detach the ink cartridge control cable from the ink ID board assembly. 13.

  • Page 188: Replacing Frame Assembly, Needle

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.10.2 Replacing Frame Assembly, Needle 1. Remove the cartridge cover (upper). "4.2.9 Removing Cartridge Cover (Upper)" p.4-17 2. Remove the cartridge cover (middle). "4.2.10 Removing Cartridge Cover (Middle)" p.4-18 3. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the I/C slide (2). 4.
  • Page 189 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 7. Remove the joint screw M6. Part name Frame assembly, needle Joint screw M6 Cartridge side plate Ink tube • An O ring is inside the joint screw. Be careful not to lose the O ring. •...
  • Page 190 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 8. Detach the hook of the cartridge slide. Part name Cartridge slide Frame assembly, needle Hook 9. Move the hook of the cartridge slide to the direction shown below. 10. Remove the cartridge slide. Part name Cartridge slide Hook of the cartridge slide...
  • Page 191 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 13. Remove the frame assembly and the needle. Part name Hook of the frame assembly and the needle Clamp 14. Remove the screw (1 piece) that retains the ink cartridge control cable to the frame assembly and the needle.

  • Page 192: Replacing Ink Cartridge Control Cable

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.10.3 Replacing Ink Cartridge Control Cable There are three connectors to the ink cartridge control cable. 1. Detach the ink cartridge control cable from the ink ID board assembly. "4.10.1 Replacing Ink ID Board Assembly" p.4-133 2.

  • Page 193: Removing Cartridge Cover (Lower)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Remove the I/C slide (2). 4. Remove the cartridge side plate. 5. Remove the joint screw M6. "4.10.2 Replacing Frame Assembly, Needle" p.4-136 6. Detach the ink cartridge control cable from the clamp. "4.10.3 Replacing Ink Cartridge Control Cable"...
  • Page 194 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name Screws that retain the two-way valve NX × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 4. Remove the screws (4 pieces) that retain the two-way valve mounting plate. Left view Right view Part name Two-way valve mounting plate...

  • Page 195: Replacing Smc Two-Way Valve

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 8. Replace the two-way valve NX. 9. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.10.6 Replacing SMC Two-Way Valve This section explains replacement procedures of SMC two-way valve. The SMC two-way valve is used in VJ-1604K2 and some of VJ-1604A/VJ-1604E/VJ-1604J 1.

  • Page 196: Replacing Sub-Tank Lower Absorber Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 5. Remove the SMC two-way valve. Part name SMC two-way valve Ink tube 6. Replace the SMC two-way valve. 7. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.10.7 Replacing Sub-Tank Lower Absorber Assembly 1.

  • Page 197: Replacing Sub-Tank Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name Screws that retain the absorber mounting plate × (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 3. Pull out the absorber mounting plate. 4. Replace the sub-tank lower absorber assembly. The sub-tank lower absorber is accompanied when removing the absorber mounting plate.
  • Page 198 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Part name Two-way valve 6. Remove the screws (2 pieces) that retain the sub tank assembly of the target color to the sub tank pack base. Part name Sub tank assembly Sub tank pack base Screws that retain the sub tank assembly (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3x6) 7.

  • Page 199: Replacing Leg Section

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.11 Replacing Leg Section This section describes the procedure to replace the leg section. 4.11.1 Replacing Waste Fluid Bottle • Discharge waste fluid fully to replace the waste fluid bottle. • Confirm that there remains no waste fluid in the waste fluid tube. 1.
  • Page 200 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 5. Loosen the nut of the level switch (waste fluid). Part name Waste fluid bottle Waste fluid tube Cap of the waste fluid bottle Nut of the level switch (waste fluid) 6. Pull out the nut of the level switch (waste fluid) and the cap of the waste fluid bottle from the connector side of the level switch (waste fluid).

  • Page 201: Replacing Roll Media Holder Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.12 Replacing Roll Media Holder Assembly This section describes the procedure to replace the roll media holder assembly. 4.12.1 Replacing Roll Media Holder Assembly on the VJ16_L Side 1. Remove the media guide R (lower). "4.2.19 Removing Media Guide R (Lower)"...

  • Page 202: Replacing Roll Media Holder Assembly On The Vj16_R Side

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement The roll media holder assembly on the VJ16_L side is an integral part. 5. To reassemble the unit, reverse the removal procedure. 4.12.2 Replacing Roll Media Holder Assembly on the VJ16_R Side • Follow the same procedures as for the replacement of the roll media holder assembly on the VJ16_L side.

  • Page 203: Replacing Winding Unit Section (Option)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.13 Replacing Winding Unit Section (Option) This explains the replacement procedures for the winding unit section. 4.13.1 Removing Tension Arm 1. Remove the knurling and the screw (hexagon socket head cap screw with spring washer and flat washer ×...

  • Page 204: Removing Take-Up Holding Plate

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.13.2 Removing Take-up Holding Plate × 1. Remove the screws (hexagon socket head cap screw with spring washer and flat washer M4 8: 4 pieces) that retain the take-up holding plate on the origin side. Part name Take-up holding plate Screws that retain the take-up...

  • Page 205: Removing Take-Up Cover

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.13.3 Removing Take-up Cover Lower the release lever to the FREE side before removing the take-up cover. 1. Remove the screw (set screw: 1 piece) that retains the knob. Part name Knob Screw that retain the knob (set screw) ×...
  • Page 206 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 3. Use pliers, etc. to turn the lever base, and detach it from the release cam. Part name Release cam Lever × 4. Remove the screws (binding small screw M3 5: 7 pieces) that retain the take-up cover. Part name Take-up cover Screws that retain the take-up...

  • Page 207: Replacing Scroller

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.13.4 Replacing Scroller (1) Replacing Holding Roller 1. Remove the E ring (E-6) that retains the holding roller using a driver. Part name holding roller E ring that retains the holding roller (E-6) 2.
  • Page 208 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (3) Replacing Drive Collar × 1. Remove the screws (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 8: 2 pieces) that retain the drive collar on the take-up scroller (left). Part name Drive collar Screws that retain the drive collar (pan-head screw with...

  • Page 209: Replacing Vj Take-Up Cnt Board Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.13.5 Replacing VJ Take-up CNT Board Assembly (1) Removing Board Chassis × 1. Remove the screws (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer M3 6: 4 pieces) that retain the board chassis on the chassis (out). Part name Board chassis Screws that retain the board...
  • Page 210 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (2) Replacing VJ Take-up CNT Board Assembly Remove the screw that retains the board chassis. "(1) Removing Board Chassis" p.4-157 1. Remove the cable of the DC cable assembly and the VJ take-up SW board assembly from the connector to the VJ take-up CNT board assembly.
  • Page 211 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (3) Replacing Power Board Assembly (of take-up section for foreign use) Remove the screws that retain the board chassis before replacing the power board assembly. "(1) Removing Board Chassis" p.4-157 1. Detach the AC cable assembly and the DC cable assembly from the connector to the power board assembly (of take-up section for foreign use).
  • Page 212 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement (4) Replacing VJ Take-up SW Board Assembly Remove the screws that retain the board chassis before replacing the VJ take-up SW board assembly. "(1) Removing Board Chassis" p.4-157 1. Detach the cable of the VJ take-up SW board assembly from the connector to the VJ take-up CNT board assembly.
  • Page 213 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement × 3. Remove the screws (pan-head machine screw M3 8: 4 pieces) that retain the VJ take-up SW board assembly on the SW mounting plate. Part name VJ take-up SW board assembly Screw that retains the VJ take-up SW board assembly (pan-head ×...
  • Page 214 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Detach the AC cable assembly from the connector to the power board assembly (of take-up section for foreign use). Part name Power board assembly (of take- up section for foreign use) AC cable assembly 3.

  • Page 215: Replacing Cr_Hp Sensor, Lever Sensor

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Detach the DC cable assembly from the connector to the power board assembly (of take-up section for foreign use). Part name Power board assembly (of take- up section for foreign use) DC cable assembly 3.
  • Page 216 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 2. Detach the W_ON sensor relay assembly and the W_OFF sensor relay assembly from the CR_HP sensor and the lever sensor. Part name CR_HP sensor, lever sensor W_ON sensor relay assembly, W_OFF sensor relay assembly 3.
  • Page 217 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement × 2. Remove the screws (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer polished M3 6: 2 pieces) that retain the sensor mounting plate (87NX) on the right of the inside chassis. Part name Sensor mounting plate (87NX) Screws that retain the sensor mounting plate (87NX)

  • Page 218: Replacing Peripheral Devices Of Vj Take-Up Motor Assembly

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement 4.13.7 Replacing Peripheral Devices of VJ Take-up Motor Assembly (1) Replacing Drive Roller × 1. Remove the flat head screws (set screw with thin tip M4 6: 2 pieces) that retain the drive roller on the drive axis C.
  • Page 219 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement × 1. Remove the screws (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer polished M4 10: 3 pieces) that retain the motor mounting plate on the right of the inside chassis. Part name Motor mounting plate Screws that retain the motor mounting plate (pan-head screw...
  • Page 220 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 4 Parts Replacement Rev.-05 4-170...
  • Page 221 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode Introduction ..................... 5- 4 Preparation ....................5- 4 5.2.1 Preparations on Machine ............... 5-4 5.2.2 Starting Up ..................5-4 Operations in Self-Diagnosis Mode ............5- 6 5.3.1 Operating Self-Diagnosis Mode ............. 5-6 5.3.2 Diagnosis Items in Self-Diagnosis Menu ........
  • Page 222 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.7.5 Uni-D/Bi-D Low/High Adjustment ..........5-35 5.7.6 Side Margin Adjustment Menu ............. 5-40 5.7.7 Test Printing Menu ............... 5-42 5.7.8 HeadWash Menu................5-43 5.7.9 HeadWash Menu 2............... 5-43 5.7.10 Software Counter Initialization Menu..........5-44 5.7.11 Feed Pitch Check Menu ...............
  • Page 223 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.15 ExControl Menu ..................5- 72 5.15.1 Version..................5-73 5.15.2 Sensor ..................5-73 5.15.3 Mist Fan ..................5-76 5.15.4 Heater ..................5-77 5.15.5 History..................5-77 5.16 PaperInitial Menu .................. 5- 78 Rev.-05...

  • Page 224: Introduction

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.1 Introduction This chapter provides information on the self-diagnosis function. The self-diagnosis function adjusts the printing accuracy. It is used in the manufacturing process, adjustment, and maintenance. The self-diagnosis function is implemented in the system firmware. All functions are available from the operation panel.
  • Page 225 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode mode. To call up the self-diagnosis menu, follow the steps below. 1. If the system is in the operation mode or the self- diagnosis menu mode, press [Power] key to turn the plotter off. 2.

  • Page 226: Operations In Self-Diagnosis Mode

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.3 Operations in Self-Diagnosis Mode This section explains how to operate in the self-diagnosis mode as well as providing the list of available diagnosis items. 5.3.1 Operating Self-Diagnosis Mode Follow the operation flow shown below to operate the self-diagnosis mode. For more detailed operation steps, refer to the flow chart of the applicable diagnosis item.
  • Page 227 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 4. To quit the diagnosis, press [Cancel] key in the operation panel. The system returns to an upper hierarchy of the diagnosis menu. 5. To exit the self-diagnosis menu, press [Power] key. Rev.-05...

  • Page 228: Diagnosis Items In Self-Diagnosis Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.3.2 Diagnosis Items in Self-Diagnosis Menu The self-diagnosis menu includes the following diagnosis items. Table 5-1 Diagnosis Items in Self-Diagnosis Menu Diagnosis item Contents Reference ° Platen Adjustment Performs temperature setting for the platen heater to 42 "5.4 Platen Menu Adjustment Menu"...
  • Page 229 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode [<] key [Enter] key Adj.Platen Menu [Cancel] key [>] key [<] key [Enter] key Test Menu [Cancel] key [<] key [>] key [Enter] key InkCharge Menu [Cancel] key [>] key [<] key [Enter] key Adjustment Menu [Cancel] key [<] key...

  • Page 230: Platen Adjustment Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.4 Platen Adjustment Menu ° In the platen adjustment menu, you can set the temperature of the pre-heater and platen heater to 42 Parts assembly and adjustment should be done in the condition. * This item displays platen temperature only.

  • Page 231: Inspection Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.5 Inspection Menu In the inspection menu, you can perform various inspections on the circuit boards, sensors, and fans. The inspection menu includes the following diagnosis items. Table 5-2 Diagnosis Items for Inspection Menu Diagnosis Contents Reference...

  • Page 232: Memory Size Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode [<] key [Enter] key Ram Capacity Menu [Cancel] key [<] key [>] key [Enter] key Version Menu [Cancel] key [<] key [>] key [Enter] key Panel Menu [Cancel] key [>] key [<] key [Enter] key Sensor Menu [Cancel] key...

  • Page 233: Version Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.5.2 Version Menu This menu displays the following contents about the firmware and MAIN board assembly. • Firmware version • Backup parameter version • Setting of dip switches of MAIN board assembly • Revision of MAIN board assembly Settings for the DIP switch on the MAIN board assembly are displayed as follows: •...

  • Page 234: Operation Panel Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.5.3 Operation Panel Menu This menu is used to check the functions of the operation panel keys, LCD, and LEDs. (1) Operation Panel Key Check When you press a key in the operation panel, the name of the key is displayed on the LCD. To exit the operation panel key check, press [Cancel] key twice.

  • Page 235: Sensor Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.5.4 Sensor Menu This menu displays the sensor status on the operation panel. If the displayed sensor status does not match the actual machine status, replace or adjust the relevant sensor referring to the table below. Table 5-3 Inspection Items in Sensor Menu Sensor name Status in display...
  • Page 236 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode [Enter] [Enter] [<] key CR_HP Sensor [>] key [<] key Waste Tank Sensor [>] key [<] key Wiper Sensor [>] key [<] key Cover Sensor [>] key [<] key Maintenance Cover L Sensor [>] key [<] key Maintenance Cover R Sensor...

  • Page 237: Encoder Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.5.5 Encoder Menu This menu displays the detected values from the following encoders. • CR_ENC (Carriage) • PF_ENC (Media feed) For the encoder-detected values, the encoder pulse numbers are displayed in hexadecimal number. [Enter] [Enter] [<] key...

  • Page 238: History Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.5.7 History Menu This menu is used to check maintenance history and serious error history. This menu is used to check maintenance history and serious error history and to initialize serious error history. [Enter] [Enter] [<] key...
  • Page 239 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] [<] key Frequenc of the wiper blade used [<] key [>] key CR Motor driving (Unit : Operation count) (Ink tube reciprocating count and the function) [>] key [<] key PF Motor driving (Unit : 2 pulse) [<] key...
  • Page 240 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode (2) Serious Error History Indicates serious error history. • The serious error history does not include CPU error. • The serious error history menu indicates the history up to 64. [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] [<] key [>] key [<] key...

  • Page 241: Head Waveform Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.5.8 Head Waveform Menu This menu is used to check the head-driving waveform. • The number of shots can be selected in a range from 1 to 655. • Magnification can be selected from the range of x1-1000000. Nozzle can be selected among A to H and ALL.

  • Page 242: Ink Charging Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.6 Ink Charging Menu In the ink charging menu, you can charge ink. The ink charging menu includes the following items. Table 5-4 Ink Charging menu Charging item Contents InkCharge Performs initial ink charging. LittleCharge Performs a small amount of ink charging.

  • Page 243: Uni-D / Bi-D

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.7 Adjustment Menu In this menu, you can align the printing position and correct the media feed operation. The adjustment menu includes the following diagnosis menus. Table 5-5 Diagnosis Items in Adjustment Menu Diagnosis item Contents Reference...
  • Page 244 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode Table 5-5 Diagnosis Items in Adjustment Menu (Continued) Diagnosis item Contents Reference HeadWash 2 Cleans the tube heads using shipping fluid to maintain "5.7.9 HeadWash the condition at the time of shipping. Menu 2" p.5-43 Software counter Clears various software counters.

  • Page 245: Head Nozzle Check Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.7.1 Head Nozzle Check Menu In this menu, you can check if the head nozzles that have been charged can discharge ink correctly by printing a sample printing. To check the head nozzle, follow the steps below. 1.
  • Page 246 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 4. If any abnormal conditions are found in the ink discharge status of the head nozzles, perform cleaning. "5.7.11 Feed Pitch Check Menu" p.5-45 5. After cleaning, make the machine print out head nozzle check patterns again. [Enter] [Enter] If media is not set...

  • Page 247: Skew Check Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.7.2 Skew Check Menu Feed the paper to check the skew size using sensor. When you select this item from the Adjustment Menu, the plotter feeds the loaded media by one pass and checks difference of the media edge positions before and after the media feed detected by the sensor.

  • Page 248: Head Slant Check Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.7.3 Head Slant Check Menu The plotter has 8 nozzle lines per head. This menu adjusts the slant of each nozzle line evenly. Check the head slant from a sample printing, and perform mechanical adjustment if necessary. Table 5-7 Head Slant Checking Items Items Contents...
  • Page 249 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 3. Check the printed head slant check patterns. Checking items are as follows: • Head slant A: Check the slant at this point. B: Media feed direction C: OK D: Move the head adjusting cam upward. E: Move the head adjusting cam downward.
  • Page 250 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5. After mechanical adjustment, make the machine print out head nozzle check patterns again. Display during adjustment printing Finish printing [<] key Finish printing [>] key [<] key Output pattern [>] key (2) Vertical Direction Checking This menu prints out a sample printing to check for head slant in the vertical direction.
  • Page 251 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode E: Move the vertical-slant adjusting cam to the left. 4. If any head slant is found, perform mechanical adjustment. "7.8.2 Head Alignment (Vertical Slant)" p.7-37 5-31 Rev.-05...
  • Page 252 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5. After mechanical adjustment, make the machine print out head nozzle check patterns again. Display during adjustment printing Finish printing [<] key Finish printing [>] key [<] key Output pattern [>] key Rev.-05 5-32...

  • Page 253: Voltage Adjustment

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.7.4 Voltage Adjustment This menu is used to adjust the voltage of VSD 3 small dot so that the print position will be corrected. Check the small dot is on the center of the middle dots in the CR direction. When adjusting, change the voltage up to ±5V (0.1V increment) considering the current voltage as a basis.
  • Page 254 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode The following figure shows a case for 240 CW. [Enter] key If media is not set Media set If head gap is PG-Low Change head gap (to PG-Low) If the temperature of the pre-heater and platen heater is below 42 C * Pressing [Cancel] key stops control and start printing Finish warm-up...

  • Page 255: Uni-D/Bi-D Low/High Adjustment

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode Items Speed 240 CW CW 240 cps 320 CW CW 320 cps 240 CCW CCW 240 cps 320 CCW CCW 320 cps * Print pattern: Uni-D, 2 pass, 1A to 2B print 1st pass: prints middle dot 2nd pass: prints small dot 5.7.5 Uni-D/Bi-D Low/High Adjustment...
  • Page 256 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode Table 5-9 Uni-D / Bi-D Adjustment Items (Continued) Item Contents Print 2 (Print 2 is Prints pattern according to the selected item with the displayed only when current parameter, plus with the values of ±2 / ±4 / ±6 / ±8 Bi-D is selected) to the current parameter.
  • Page 257 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode (The following shows a case for Bi-D 240 Low Print 1.) The plotter prints the pattern by using 2A nozzle line. * Both Uni-D / Bi-D High should be adjusted in the same procedure. Bi-Lo 240cps Banner...
  • Page 258 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode C: Executed adjustment item is printed like this. Bi-D 240: Bi-Lo/Hi 240 cps Bi-D 320: Bi-Lo/Hi 320 cps * Either “Lo“ or “Hi“ is displayed where explained as “Lo/Hi“ above. * Both Uni-D / Bi-D High should be adjusted in the same procedure. Check the printing at the origin, center and the opposite side to origin, and perform adjustment so that the gap is even.
  • Page 259 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode Enter parameters when Bi-D is selected as follows. (The following shows a case for Bi-D 240.) [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key • The following shows a case for “Print” (or Print 1 / Print 2) is selected. * Common for Bi-D, Uni-D or select “Print2”...

  • Page 260: Side Margin Adjustment Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode (The following shows a case for “Bi-D 240 - Setup” is selected.) [<] key Press [Setting/Value+] or [Setting/Value-] key to change unit to pulse 1 pulse = 1/2880 inch [<] key [>] key Pulse range: -400 Back to Uni D/Bi-D Top menu [>] key...
  • Page 261 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5. Enter each measured value as the parameter. (Input range: 0.0 to 20.0 mm (0.1 mm increments)) [Enter] [Enter] Press [Cancel] key to go back to Adj. 7 SideMargin Menu [Enter] Press [Setting/value+] or [Setting/value-] key to select initialize or check [Enter] After printing...

  • Page 262: Test Printing Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.7.7 Test Printing Menu In this menu, you can print out adjustment patterns for checking various adjustment items. The actual procedure is as follows. 1. Set media as necessary. 2. After media is set, the machine prints out the following test printings. •...

  • Page 263: Headwash Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.7.8 HeadWash Menu This menu is used to purge ink and clean the heads before print head replacement. The actual procedure is as follows. 1. Press [Enter] key in the operation panel to determine the Head Cleaning Menu. 2.

  • Page 264: Software Counter Initialization Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.7.10 Software Counter Initialization Menu This menu is used to initialize the software counters such as the ink consumption counter. The counters are initialized before delivery. Do not initialize them during maintenance. The software counters that can be initialized through this menu are as follows. Table 5-10 Software Counters to be Initialized Counter Initial...

  • Page 265: Feed Pitch Check Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.7.11 Feed Pitch Check Menu In this menu, you can check the media feed amount for one band by reviewing a sample printing. There are no adjustment items. To check the feed pitch, follow the steps below. 1.

  • Page 266: Solid Print Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.7.12 Solid Print Menu This menu is used to print solid print patterns with head on both ends. • A printed patter is as follows. Specified color nozzles of both series A and B Nozzles for series B only Nozzles for series A only 20mm...

  • Page 267: Cleaning Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.8 Cleaning Menu In this menu, you can clean ink from the print heads. The cleaning menu includes the following diagnosis items. Table 5-11 Diagnosis Items in Cleaning Menu Diagnosis item Contents Economy Performs economy cleaning Normal Performs normal cleaning...

  • Page 268: Sample Printing Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.9 Sample Printing Menu This menu prints out a sample printing. The sample printing menu includes the following items. Table 5-12 Diagnosis Items in Sample Printing Menu Diagnosis item Contents Adjust ALL Prints adjustment patterns. Parameter ALL Prints out the set values of various adjustment items.
  • Page 269 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode • Sample printing (adjust ALL) 5-49 Rev.-05...
  • Page 270 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode When adjustment values are initial values, "*" is displayed at the head of the adjustment variable. • Sample printing (Error history) Rev.-05 5-50...

  • Page 271: Time Check

    Checks the date and time managed by the RTC (Real Time Clock) on the main board. Time settings cannot be performed in this menu. To set time, use the date and time setting function in the MUTOH Maintenance Engineer Assistant. "7.3.8 RTC Date & Time Setting" p.7-24...

  • Page 272: Parameter Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.11 Parameter Menu In this menu, you can modify the set values of various adjustment items (adjustment parameters). The parameter menu includes the following items. Table 5-13 Diagnosis Items in Parameter Menu Diagnosis item Contents Reference Initialization...
  • Page 273 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode • Initialization of all items [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] [<] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [>] key [<] key [<] key [>] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [<] key [>] key [>] key...
  • Page 274 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key (2) Uni-D/Bi-D Low/High This menu updates the Uni-D/Bi-D adjustment parameter. [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] [<] key [<] key [>] key [<] key...

  • Page 275: Parameter Update Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.11.2 Parameter Update Menu This menu updates the adjustment parameters. The parameters that can be updated through this menu are as follows. The updated parameters will not be stored in the flash memory unless the system power is turned OFF.
  • Page 276 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode (1) Head Rank This menu updates the head rank parameters. The head rank is used to determine the print head driving voltage and correct the head temperature. After head rank is entered, the system shifts to the Ink Charge Menu. [Enter] [Enter] [Enter]...
  • Page 277 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode Table 5-15 Voltage Adjustment Item Items Contents 240 CW Adjusts the VSD 3-L (S) at 240 cps. CW printing. 240 CCW Adjusts the VSD 3-L (S) at 240 cps. CCW printing. 320 CW Adjusts the VSD 3-L (S) at 320 cps.
  • Page 278 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode Uni-D / Bi-D adjustment parameters are updated. [Enter] [Enter] [<] key [>] key [<] key [<] key [>] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key...
  • Page 279 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode (4) Side Margin This updates the side margin parameters. [Enter] [Enter] Press [Setting/Value +] or [Setting/Value -] key [Enter] to change the set value Range: 0.0mm to 20.0mm (This sets the distance between the print head [Enter] and media edge sensor.) When any parameter has been changed...
  • Page 280 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode (6) Serial Number Entry This is for entering the serial number. [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] Enter Serial Number (digit by digit) [>] key [<] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [>] key [<] key [<] key [>] key...
  • Page 281 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode The debug bit is displayed in binary digits. The setting values and initial values at the time of shipping is as follows. • At the time of shipping: 000000 • Initial value: 000000 * Debug Bit (Set digit by digit) Press [Settting/Value] or [Setting/Value] key to change the value...

  • Page 282: Servo Setting

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.12 Servo Setting In this menu, you can change the servo settings. * Because this is a menu for evaluating problems of the unit (noise, vibration), and improving the image (measures for vertical unevenness) normally, do not change these parameters. Table 5-17 Servo Setting Item Items Contents...
  • Page 283 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode [Enter] [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [<] key [>] key [Enter] When selecting 300cps CW [<] key [<] key [>] key [>] key [<] key [<] key [>] key...
  • Page 284 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode Table 5-20 Initial Servo Settings Items Min. Max. 240cps 320cps × × GP (Proportional gain) 5400 4e00 × × GI (Integral gain) GLPF (Low-pass filter) PWM (PWM scale) ω C (Position gain) Rev.-05 5-64...

  • Page 285: Endurance Running Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.13 Endurance Running Menu Performs endurance running of mechanicals and the head. The endurance running menu includes the following items. Table 5-21 Diagnosis Items in Endurance Running Menu Diagnosis item Contents Reference CR motor Performs carriage stroke.

  • Page 286: Cr Motor Endurance Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.13.1 CR Motor Endurance Menu This menu performs endurance running for the CR motor. You can operate the carriage stroke according to your desired settings. The available settings are shown below. Table 5-22 Set Items in CR Motor Endurance Menu Set item Contents Set value...

  • Page 287: Pf Motor Endurance Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.13.2 PF Motor Endurance Menu This menu performs endurance running for the PF motor. You can drive the PF motor according to your desired settings. The available settings are shown below. Table 5-23 Set Items in PF Motor Endurance Menu Set item Contents Set value...

  • Page 288: Pump Endurance Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.13.3 Pump Endurance Menu This menu performs endurance running for the pump motor assembly. You can drive the pump motor assembly according to your desired settings. The available settings are shown below. Table 5-24 Set Items in Pump Motor Assembly Endurance Menu Set item Contents Set value...

  • Page 289: Print Head Endurance (Nozzle Print) Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode The pump endurance running sequence is as follows. 1. Pump endurance running starts. 2. Pump phase detection is performed. 3. Rotates with the specified suction speed. This rotation is counted as one cycle. Step 2 above is repeated the number of times specified as follows.

  • Page 290: General Endurance Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.13.5 General Endurance Menu This menu performs the general endurance running. You can operate various driving systems according to your desired settings. The available settings are shown below. Table 5-26 Set Items in General Endurance Menu Set item Contents Set value...

  • Page 291: Endurance Running Check Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.13.6 Endurance Running Check Menu In this menu, you can confirm the number of endurance running cycles that have been already finished. The number of endurance running cycles is stored in NVRAM in the system. Therefore, even if a serious error occurs during endurance running, you can confirm the number of finished cycles just before the occurrence of the serious error.

  • Page 292: Excontrol Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.15 ExControl Menu In this menu, you can diagnose the equipment on the controller board. Table 5-27 Controller Board Check Item Items Contents Remark Version Firmware, board revision Sensors Tank status, electromagnetic valve, pre-heater thermistor, platen thermistor 1/2, after-heater thermistor, ink ID for 4 cartridges, ink NOT sensor for 4 cartridges, ink END sensor for 4 cartridges...

  • Page 293: Version

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.15.1 Version In this menu, you can check the ROM version of the controller board firmware, and the version of the controller board. The firmware version (AP version) is displayed as “XX.XX“. The controller board version is displayed in hex format (2 digits).
  • Page 294 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode (1) Tank Status Displays the status of sub tank and electromagnetic valve. [<] key [<] key [<] key [<] key [<] key [>] key [>] key [<] key [<] key [>] key [>] key (2) Electromagnetic Valve Check Checks if the electromagnetic valve on the sub tank operates correctly.
  • Page 295 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode Pressing [Enter] key or [Cancel] key turns on/off the electromagnetic valve. [Enter] key [Cancel] key (3) Miscellaneous Displays the status of the following sensors on the panel. • Pre-heater thermistor • Platen heater thermistor •...

  • Page 296: Mist Fan

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode • Ink END sensor for 4 cartridges [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] [<] key Pre-heater1 condition display [>] key [<] key Pre-heater2 condition display [<] key [>] key Platen Heater1 condition display [>] key [<] key Platen Heater2 condition display [<] key [>] key...

  • Page 297: Heater

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.15.4 Heater In this menu, you can check whether pre-heater, platen heater, and after-heater works properly or not. The ° plotter sets the temperature at 50 C and controls the selected heater process. Press [Cancel] key to stop the operation.

  • Page 298: Paperinitial Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 5 Self-Diagnosis Mode 5.16 PaperInitial Menu In this menu, you can set the media detection method in the self-diagnosis mode. The default value is the same as the one in the normal operation mode. Select either Top & Width / Width / Off. When Off is selected, you can set the media width in the media width setting menu.

  • Page 299: Introduction

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 6 Maintenance Mode 2 6 Maintenance Mode 2 Introduction ..................... 6- 2 Operations in Maintenance Mode 2............6- 2 6.2.1 Starting Up the Maintenance Mode 2 ..........6-2 6.2.2 Operating Maintenance Mode 2............. 6-3 Maintenance Menu.................. 6- 3 6.3.1 Counter Display Menu ..............

  • Page 300: Maintenance Mode

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 6 Maintenance Mode 2 6.1 Introduction This chapter provides information on the maintenance mode . The maintenance mode provides the user with functions of displaying and initializing the life counters. It is used in the manufacturing process, adjustment, and maintenance. The maintenance mode is implemented in the system firmware.

  • Page 301: Maintenance Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 6 Maintenance Mode 2 6.2.2 Operating Maintenance Mode 2 For the operation method of maintenance mode 2, refer to "5.3 Operations in Self-Diagnosis Mode" p.5-6, and perform operations accordingly. 6.3 Maintenance Menu The maintenance menu includes the following diagnosis items. Table 6-1 Diagnosis Items in Maintenance Menu Diagnosis item Contents...

  • Page 302: Counter Display Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 6 Maintenance Mode 2 6.3.1 Counter Display Menu This menu displays the life counters. It consists of the following diagnosis items. All life counters are displayed in decimal number. Table 6-2 Diagnosis Items in Counter Display Menu Diagnosis item Contents Used Ink K...
  • Page 303 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 6 Maintenance Mode 2 [Enter] [>] key [<] key Ink consumption (K) counter [>] key [<] key Ink consumption (C) counter [<] key [>] key Ink consumption (M) counter [>] key [<] key Ink consumption (Y) counter [<] key [>] key Total number of printed copies...

  • Page 304: Counter Initialization Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 6 Maintenance Mode 2 6.3.2 Counter Initialization Menu This menu initializes the life counters. The parameters that can be initialized in this menu are as follows. Table 6-3 Diagnosis Items in Counter Initialization Menu Diagnosis item Contents Print Num.

  • Page 305: Counter Print Menu

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 6 Maintenance Mode 2 6.3.3 Counter Print Menu This menu prints the life counter values. [Enter] [Enter] After media is set 6.3.4 Media Feed Menu This menu feeds media into the printer frontward or backward. The mechanical initialization should be performed, if it is not performed yet. [Enter] [–] key: Feeds forward [+] key: Feeds backward...
  • Page 306 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 6 Maintenance Mode 2 Rev.-05...
  • Page 307 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment Adjustment Introduction ..................... 7- 3 Adjustment Item..................7- 3 Working with Dedicated Network Software.......... 7- 7 7.3.1 Parameter Backup ................. 7-9 7.3.2 Jigs and Tools................7-9 7.3.3 Required Environment ..............7-10 7.3.4 Receiving Parameters..............7-15 7.3.5 Firmware Installation..............
  • Page 308 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment Head Accuracy Adjustment ..............7- 35 7.8.1 Head Alignment (Horizontal Height) ..........7-35 7.8.2 Head Alignment (Vertical Slant) ........... 7-37 PG Height Adjustment ................7- 39 7.9.1 Jigs and Tools ................7-39 7.9.2 Adjustment Procedure ..............7-39 7.10 P_EDGE Sensor Sensitivity Adjustment ..........7- 41 7.10.1 Jigs and Tools ................

  • Page 309: Introduction

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7.1 Introduction This chapter provides information on necessary adjustment items and procedures. "8.4 Jigs and Tools" p.8-5 7.2 Adjustment Item This section describes the adjustment items required in part replacement procedures. When you adjust or replace any of the maintenance parts listed in "Table 7-1 Adjustment Item List", you must always adjust the plotout quality using the self-diagnosis function referring to Table 7-1"Adjustment Item List"(p.7-3).
  • Page 310 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment Table 7-1 Adjustment Item List(Continued) Part replaced or Adjustment Adjustment item Reference adjusted order Main board Parameter backup "7.3.1 Parameter assembly Backup" p.7-9 Firmware installation "7.3.5 Firmware Installation" p.7-16 Head rank input (no need for initial ink "(1) Head Rank"...
  • Page 311 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment Table 7-1 Adjustment Item List(Continued) Part replaced or Adjustment Adjustment item Reference adjusted order P_EDGE sensor P_EDGE sensor sensitivity adjustment "7.10 P_EDGE assembly Sensor Sensitivity Adjustment" p.7-41 Side margin adjustment "5.7.6 Side Margin Adjustment Menu" p.5-40 PF_ENC assembly PF_ENC assembly mounting position...
  • Page 312 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment Table 7-1 Adjustment Item List(Continued) Part replaced or Adjustment Adjustment item Reference adjusted order Carriage assembly PG height adjustment "7.9 PG Height Adjustment" p.7-39 CR belt tension adjustment "7.7 CR Speed Reduction Belt Tension Adjustment" p.7-32 CR encoder inspection "5.5.5 Encoder...

  • Page 313: Working With Dedicated Network Software

    In this product, download and installation of parameters, installation, firmware installation, and time settings are performed through the network using dedicated software. This section explains work procedures for when the "MUTOH Maintenance Engineer Assistant" is used. When using other MUTOH network software, refer to the instruction manuals for the software.
  • Page 314 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment Workflow for Firmware installation after MAIN board replacement Confirm IP Adress of Printer Operation for MUTOH Maintenance Engineer Assistant Set IP Address of PC Operation for operation panel Maintenance work Execute Board Manager mode...

  • Page 315: Parameter Backup

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment Workflow for Firmware installation (Version-up Procedure) Confirm IP Adress of Printer Operation using MUTOH Maintenance Engineer Assistant Operation using operation panel Set IP Address of PC Execute Board Manager mode Install Firmware Confirm Firmware installation 7.3.1...

  • Page 316: Required Environment

    3. A "Shortcut to MUTOH Maintenance Engineer Assistant" icon is created on the desktop. (3) Confirming Startup of the "MUTOH Maintenance Engineer Assistant" Once "MUTOH Maintenance Engineer Assistant" is started, there is no need to exit it until a series of processes completes.
  • Page 317 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment (4) Printer IP Address Check 1. Start "Mutoh Maintenance Engineer Assistant" from the shortcut on the desk top. 2. Click [Setup(S)] in the main window. 3. Select [Option(O)] from the [Setup(S)] menu, and check that the printer IP address matches.
  • Page 318 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment (5) PC IP Address Setting When setting up Windows XP when the printer IP address is set to default, follow the procedures below. 1. From the [Control Panel], open [Network Connections]. 2. Right-click [Local Area Connection] and select [Properties]. 3.
  • Page 319 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 5. Click [OK] to finish the setting. When the printer and host PC are not connected directly with a cross cable, and they are connected through a hub where other PCs are connected, the IP address of the host PC and the device on the network may differ.
  • Page 320 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment (7) Starting Board Manager Mode 1. When the printer is in the operation status or in the diagnosis menu display status, turn the [Power] key to OFF. 2. While holding down the [<] key on the operation panel, press the [Power] key.

  • Page 321: Receiving Parameters

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7.3.4 Receiving Parameters This section describes the procedures for recording backup parameters to the PC from the existing main board assembly. To download backup parameters, follow the steps below. The extension of the parameter file is ".prm". 1.

  • Page 322: Firmware Installation

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 5. In the "Save of receive parameter file" window, confirm the location to save to, and then click [Save]. * The backup parameter is saved. When the "Save of receive parameter file" window opens, the file name to save is automatically set (can be changed).
  • Page 323 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment After completing work, make sure to set the DIP switches on the circuitboard back to their original positions. If left as is, the firmware false installation prevention safety will not function. If an improper firmware is installed, the printer may become unable to operate. In this case, it will be necessary to replace the circuitboard.
  • Page 324 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 4. Using the [setting/value +] key or the [setting/ value -] key on the operation panel, select the default IP address "192.168.1.253", and press the [Enter] key. 5. Follow the "(2) Firmware Transfer" p.7-18 of this section, and "(3) Confirming Completion of Installation to Plotter"...
  • Page 325 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment When connecting the plotter and PC on a one-to-one basis, use "crossover cable". When connecting the plotter and PC via hub, use "straight cable". 1. Click [Firmware Install]. The "Select of installation file" window is displayed.
  • Page 326 • When the "Transfer completed" window is displayed, only the transfer of the installation file from the "MUTOH Maintenance Engineer Assistant" to the printer has completed, and installation of the program to the printer is still incomplete. Make sure not to turn the printer power OFF until the installation on the printer side has completed.
  • Page 327 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment While the LCD display is in the Erasing to Comparing status, the [Power] key is disabled. In this situation, never disconnect the plug of the plotter. Doing so may disable plotter startup, which will require reinstallation with special jig. 3.

  • Page 328: Sending Parameters

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7.3.6 Sending Parameters Before sending parameters, perform the following work. • Receiving parameters: "7.3.4 Receiving Parameters" p.7-15 • Firmware installation: "7.3.5 Firmware Installation" p.7-16 The extension of the parameter file is “.prm”. 1. Click [Parameter Send] in the main window. 2.

  • Page 329: Sub Controller Installation

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 4. When sending completes and the "Send completed" window opens, click [OK]. Almost as soon as the "Send completed" window is displayed, writing to plotter also finishes. If writing to plotter finishes successfully, the LCD displays the following: Transfer complete Buzzer sounds three times and only Power LED turns on.

  • Page 330: Rtc Date & Time Setting

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 2. When the "Select of File to Install" window opens, select the transfer target install file and click [Open]. * Clicking [Cancel] will return to the main window. 3. When the "Sub Controller Install confirm" window opens, click [OK] to start the transfer.
  • Page 331 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 1. Click [Date & Time Install] in the main window. 2. When the "Date & time installation check" window opens, click [OK]. Installing will start. 3. When installing completes and the "Install completed" window opens, confirm that the installed date is correct, and click [OK].

  • Page 332: Steel Belt Tension Adjustment

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7.4 Steel Belt Tension Adjustment This section describes the procedure to adjust the tension of the steel belt. When you have removed and installed the steel belt, always adjust the steel belt tension. 7.4.1 Jigs and Tools The jigs and tools required for steel belt tension adjustment are as follows.
  • Page 333 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment • The steel belt tension specification is 0.98N ± 0.09N (100gf ± 10gf). • The range where the steel belt moves up and down in the pulley is 1 mm or less. 4. If the tension of the steel belt does not agree to the specification, adjust the tension with a steel belt tension screw.
  • Page 334 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 5. Apply adhesive material. Part name Adhesive material applying surface 6. Close all the covers. Rev.-05 7-28...

  • Page 335: Pf Speed Reduction Belt Tension Adjustment

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7.5 PF Speed Reduction Belt Tension Adjustment This section describes the procedure to ajust the tension of PF speed ruduction belt. After maintenance work concerning attaching / detatching PF speed reduction belt, such as PF motor detachment, adjust the tension of PF speed reduction belt.

  • Page 336: Pf Encoder Assembly Position Adjustment

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment Pay attention to the followings when maintenance work. • The specified tensin value is 34.32 ± 4.93N. • The specified value contains magin of 1.5N. When tension adjustment, do it so that the tension gauge indicates 34.32 ± 3.43N which contains the margin of 0.5N. 7.6 PF Encoder Assembly Position Adjustment This section describes the procedure to adjust the PF encoder assembly.
  • Page 337 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 4. Attach the slit guide to the PF encoder assembly. Part name Slit guide Scale PF scale assembly 5. Turn the scale around to check that the scale does not swing toward the speed reduction pulley from the center of the encoder gap.

  • Page 338: Cr Speed Reduction Belt Tension Adjustment

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7.7 CR Speed Reduction Belt Tension Adjustment This section describes the procedure to adjust the tension of the CR speed reduction belt. When you have removed and installed the CR speed reduction belt, adjust the CR speed reduction belt tension.
  • Page 339 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 4. Remove the screws (3 pieces) that retain cartridge cover stay R. Upper Lower Part name CR motor assembly Cartridge cover stay R Screws that retain cartridge cover stay R (pan-head screw with spring washer and flat washer ×...
  • Page 340 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7. Mount a tension gauge to CR motor mounting plate. Enlarged view Part name Tension gauge CR motor mounting plate CR motor assembly 8. Pull the tension gauge in a direction perpendicular to the CR motor assembly so that the tension of the CR speed reduction belt equals the specification.

  • Page 341: Head Accuracy Adjustment

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7.8 Head Accuracy Adjustment This section describes the procedure to adjust the head slant. When you have removed and installed the head assembly, such as head assembly replacement, always adjust the head slant following the steps below. 7.8.1 Head Alignment (Horizontal Height) This section describes the procedure to adjust the head slant in horizontal direction.
  • Page 342 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 2. Make adjustment based on the printed adjustment patterns. 20mm • A: Check the slant at this point. • B: Media feed direction • C: OK • D: Move the head adjusting cam upward. •...

  • Page 343: Head Alignment (Vertical Slant)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7.8.2 Head Alignment (Vertical Slant) This section describes the procedure to adjust the head slant in vertical direction. After operation such as head assembly replacement, adjust the head slant according to the steps below. •...
  • Page 344 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 2. Make adjustment based on the printed adjustment patterns. A: Check the vertical slant angle at this point. B: Media feed direction C: OK D: Move the head base mounting plate downward. E: Move the head base mounting plate upward. Rev.-05 7-38...

  • Page 345: Pg Height Adjustment

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 3. Loosen the head base mounting plate screw and move the head base mounting plate up and down (in the direction shown below) to adjust the head vertical angle. Part name Head base mounting plate Head base mounting plate screw 7.9 PG Height Adjustment This section describes the procedure to adjust the carriage height (distance between carriage and platen).
  • Page 346 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 3. Place the PG height check jig on the platen. Place the PG height check jig where print heads pass over the jig when moving the carriage. Part name PG height check jig 4. Move the carriage from the origin side with the lever “LOW“. 5.

  • Page 347: P_Edge Sensor Sensitivity Adjustment

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7. If the carriage passes over the 1.42 mm part of the PG height check jig, loosen the screws (1 piece on each side) on the left and right side of the carriage that retain the head UD collar to lower the PG. Left view Right view Part name...

  • Page 348: Jigs And Tools

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment • When you adjust the sensor sensitivity, note the followings: • Perform work in a location where external light from sunlight and other lighting will not affect the sensor. • During media adjustment, lower the lever so that the media is in contact. If the media is not securely held, the sensor detection accuracy may be adversely affected.
  • Page 349 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 3. Select "Check 2: Test" from the self-diagnosis menu. 4. After confirming that the “Check 2: Test“ is displayed in the operation panel, set the test media on the media base position and down the media hold lever to confirm that the suction fan starts rotating. The suction fan will not rotate if the [Enter] key is pressed before setting the test media.

  • Page 350: P_Rear Sensor Sensitivity Adjustment

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 10. Move the carriage so that the P_EDGE sensor is moved from the media setting position to the non- reflective tape area. Part name Platen Non-reflective tape 11. Check that the value displayed in the operation panel is "80" or less. 12.

  • Page 351: Jigs And Tools

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7.11.1 Jigs and Tools The following jigs and tools are required for P_REAR sensor sensitivity adjustment. • Test media: MF-3G (A4) "8.4 Jigs and Tools" p.8-5 7.11.2 Adjustment Procedure To adjust the P_REAR sensor, follow the steps below. The adjustment parameters are as follows;...
  • Page 352 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 7 Adjustment 7. Adjust the P_REAR sensor adjusting volumes as shown below so that the value displayed in the operation panel becomes between 216 and 226. Counterclockwise: Sensitivity increases Clockwise: Sensitivity decreases • Trimmer R371: Rough adjustment •...
  • Page 353 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 8 Maintenance 8 Maintenance Introduction ..................... 8- 2 Periodical Services ................. 8- 3 8.2.1 Periodic Replacement Parts ............8-3 8.2.2 Parts Which Require Inspection/Replacement ......8-3 Part Life Information................8- 4 Jigs and Tools..................8- 5 8.4.1 Required Tools................

  • Page 354: Introduction

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 8 Maintenance 8.1 Introduction This chapter provides information about the periodical services, part life, lubrication/bonding, and transport. Before starting any maintenance work, always perform the following operations. • Turn the printer power OFF. • Remove the power cable from the power outlet. Not doing so may cause electric shock or damage to the electric circuit.

  • Page 355: Exploded View

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 8 Maintenance 8.2 Periodical Services This section describes the periodical services required for this printer. The periodical services ensures stable plotting quality of the printer. Perform periodical inspections according to Table 8-2"Periodical Inspection Part List"(p.3) and perform cleaning and part replacement as necessary.

  • Page 356: Part Life Information

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 8 Maintenance Table 8-2 Periodical Inspection Part List(Continued) Part Timing Check point Action P_REAR sensor front Several times per • Media dust Clean it. surface year accumulation • Foreign objects Cleaner head Several times per • Ink deposits Clean it.

  • Page 357: Jigs And Tools

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 8 Maintenance Table 8-3 List of Parts Life Expectancy (Continued) Part Life expectancy Warning How to Replacement References display restore parts PF motor 21 km Check Life Counter Replace as "4.6.2 [PF motor] clear necessary Replacing PF Motor Assembly"...

  • Page 358: Lubrication/Bonding

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 8 Maintenance Table 8-4 Tools for Part Replacement(Continued) Name Part number Remarks E ring holder (E-5) Generic product Name: JIS E-5 Manufacturer: Iwata Denko Co., Ltd Penlight Generic product C ring pliers Generic product For replacing take-up flange assemblies (2) Tools for Adjustment Table 8-5 Tools for Adjustment Name...
  • Page 359 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 8 Maintenance Table 8-6 Lubricant List Parts Item Manufacturer Type PF drive section Up/down gear Apply to gear Kanto Kasei Co., FLOIL G-MK-1 on pressure Ltd. lever PF motor Apply to middle Kanto Kasei Co., FLOIL G-MK-1 bracket / gear inner diameter Ltd.
  • Page 360 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 8 Maintenance Table 8-6 Lubricant List (Continued) Parts Item Manufacturer Type Head base Head bracket Apply to the Kanto Kasei Co., FLOIL G-MK-1 section position of the Ltd. screw hole securing shoulder screw. Head slide Apply to the part Kanto Kasei Co., FLOIL G-MK-1 base...
  • Page 361 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 8 Maintenance Table 8-7 Adhesive List Parts Item Manufacturer Type PF drive section Set screw Apply screw- Three Bond Co., 1401 locking agent to Ltd. the coupling set screw. CR drive section CR driven After adjusting Three Bond Co., 1401 pulley...

  • Page 362: Transportation Of Plotter

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 8 Maintenance 8.6 Transportation of Plotter This section describes how to transport the plotter. Before transporting the plotter, you must package it in the same manner as it was delivered using protective materials and packaging materials so that the plotter will not be subject to excessive impact and vibrations during the transportation.
  • Page 363 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting Introduction ..................... 9- 2 Troubleshooting with Error Messages ..........9- 2 9.2.1 Operation Status ................9-3 9.2.2 Errors with Message ..............9-5 9.2.3 Errors Requiring Reboot .............. 9-11 9.2.4 Error Messages During File Transmission........9-26 Troubleshooting Without Error Messages .........

  • Page 364: Introduction

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting 9.1 Introduction This chapter provides information on possible causes of machine errors/damage and recovery actions. If the machine is malfunctioning and an error message is displayed on the operation panel, refer to "9.2 Troubleshooting with Error Messages" p.9-2.

  • Page 365: Operation Status

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting 9.2.1 Operation Status This section describes the message contents, check items, and recovery actions for normal operation. Table 9-2 Events and Check Items for Operation Status Messages Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom Cover open Front cover is 1.
  • Page 366 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-2 Events and Check Items for Operation Status Messages(Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom 8. Check cover sensor Replace cover sensor "4.3.3 assembly operation assembly. Replacing from "Sen 5: Cover" Front Cover of self-diagnosis Sensor"...

  • Page 367: Errors With Message

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-2 Events and Check Items for Operation Status Messages(Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom 7. Main board Replace MAIN board "4.4.7 assembly may be assembly. Replacing damaged. MAIN Board" p.4- 9.2.2 Errors with Message This section describes the contents of errors with messages as well as the check items and recovery actions.
  • Page 368 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-3 Symptoms and Check Items for Errors with Message(Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom 6. CR board assembly Replace CR board "4.8.3 may be damaged. assembly. Replacing CR Board Assembly" p.4-107 7.
  • Page 369 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-3 Symptoms and Check Items for Errors with Message(Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom Ink is running 1. Check which Remove all cartridges "5.5.4 Ink Near End short. Printing cartridge has no ink and lightly push the Sensor [KCMY]...
  • Page 370 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-3 Symptoms and Check Items for Errors with Message(Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom [KCMY] Cartridge is not 1. Turn machine OFF. If message appears: No Cartridge installed. Turn it ON again Refer to action in check and check if the item No.
  • Page 371 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-3 Symptoms and Check Items for Errors with Message(Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom [KCMY] Insert Specified ink 1. Check if the same If the message appears: specified cartridge is not message appear if Refer to the action in cartridge...
  • Page 372 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-3 Symptoms and Check Items for Errors with Message(Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom [KCMY] Insert 5. For cartridge that is • If cartridge "4.10.3 specified displayed as NG in displayed as NG Replacing cartridge "Ctrl 2: Sensor"...

  • Page 373: Errors Requiring Reboot

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-3 Symptoms and Check Items for Errors with Message(Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom Check Life [PF The part life of Check the condition of Replace the PF motor as "4.6.2 Motor] the PF motor is the PF motor.
  • Page 374 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting (1) CPU system serious error Table 9-4 Symptoms and Check Items for CPU System Serious Errors Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 016 error Interruption 1. Check AC power Contact our customer Operation Interrupt exception...
  • Page 375 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-4 Symptoms and Check Items for CPU System Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 016 error Data border 3. Check serial • Contact our "4.4.7 TLB-L/I exception/TLB number of the customer support Replacing [02]...
  • Page 376 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-4 Symptoms and Check Items for CPU System Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 016 error Bus exception 1. Check serial • Contact our "4.4.7 BusErr-L error (load or number of the customer support Replacing...
  • Page 377 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-4 Symptoms and Check Items for CPU System Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 016 error Arithmetic 1. Check AC power • Contact our "4.4.7 Overflow overflow supply and printer customer support Replacing [12]...

  • Page 378: Symptoms/Check Items For Mechanical Serious Errors

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting (2) Mechanical Serious Errors Table 9-5 Symptoms and Check Items for Mechanical Serious Errors Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 065 error Abnormal 1. Check error history "5.5.7 PF motor condition in PF from "Test 7: History motor (X-axis)
  • Page 379 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-5 Symptoms and Check Items for Mechanical Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 067 error Abnormal 1. Check error history "5.5.7 PF encoder condition in from "Test 7: History media feed Record"...
  • Page 380 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-5 Symptoms and Check Items for Mechanical Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E069 error Time-out 1. Check error history "5.5.7 PF time-out condition in from "Test 7: History media feed Record"...
  • Page 381 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-5 Symptoms and Check Items for Mechanical Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E071 error Overload 1. Check error history "5.5.7 PF overcurrent condition in PF from "Test 7: History motor (X-axis) Record"...
  • Page 382 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-5 Symptoms and Check Items for Mechanical Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 066 error Abnormal 1. Check error history "5.5.7 CR motor condition in from "Test 7: History CR motor (Y- Record"...
  • Page 383 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-5 Symptoms and Check Items for Mechanical Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 070 error Time-out 4. Check if T fence is • If grease or dust "4.7.4 CR time-out condition in contaminated or...
  • Page 384 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-5 Symptoms and Check Items for Mechanical Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 081 error CR_HP 1. Check CR_HP • Check connection "5.5.4 CR origin detection is not sensor from "Sen 1: of CR_HP sensor Sensor...
  • Page 385 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-5 Symptoms and Check Items for Mechanical Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 075 error Abnormal 1. Check connection Reconnect head cable. "4.8.9 head cable condition in of head cable Replacing head cable or connectors on CR...
  • Page 386 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-5 Symptoms and Check Items for Mechanical Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 079 error Abnormal • Communication 1. Check connection "4.4.7 communica- condition in cable may be faulty. between MAIN Replacing tion error...
  • Page 387 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-5 Symptoms and Check Items for Mechanical Serious Errors (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom E 097 error Abnormal Replace MAIN board "4.4.7 NVRAM condition in assembly. Replacing NVRAM MAIN Board" p.4- E 118- E 121 Abnormal Sub tank Lo sensor,...

  • Page 388: Error Messages During File Transmission

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting 9.2.4 Error Messages During File Transmission This section describes the error messages displayed when sending backup parameters and firmware using dedicated online software, as well as their recovery actions. Table 9-6 Error Messages During File Transmission Message Event/ Check item...
  • Page 389 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-6 Error Messages During File Transmission (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom Internal Error No memory Normally not occurred. • Replace SODIMM. "4.4.7 Memory area is SODIMM may be Replacing • Replace MAIN Exhausted available.
  • Page 390 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-6 Error Messages During File Transmission (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom Boot Transfer Opening • Check connection • Reconnect control "4.4.3 failed sequence of between control board and MAIN Replacing Opening seq.
  • Page 391 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-6 Error Messages During File Transmission (Continued) Message Event/ Check item Action Reference symptom Boot Transfer AA did not Check connection • Reconnect control "4.4.3 failed replied to Step between control board board and MAIN Replacing 55-AA 55 of boot code...

  • Page 392: Troubleshooting Without Error Messages

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting 9.3 Troubleshooting Without Error Messages This section describes the symptoms of errors without an error message as well as the check items and recovery actions. 9.3.1 Initial Operation Problems Table 9-7 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Initial Operation Problems Symptom Check item Action...
  • Page 393 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-7 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Initial Operation Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Abnormal LCD 1. Check panel cable for Reconnect following "4.4.7 operation (no proper connection at connectors. Replacing displays/garbled operation panel unit •...
  • Page 394 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-7 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Initial Operation Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 3. Is "Sen: Lever up" Adjust lever sensor. "4.7.4 displayed on LCD Replacing T with media set lever Fence"...
  • Page 395 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-7 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Initial Operation Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 8. Main board assembly • Replace MAIN board "4.4.7 may be damaged. assembly. Replacing MAIN • After replacement, Board"...
  • Page 396 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-7 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Initial Operation Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Ink is not discharged 1. Are damper • Remove head cover "4.2.4 though ink charge is assembly, ink tube and check damper Removing finished.
  • Page 397 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-7 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Initial Operation Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 4. Does pump motor • Reconnect MAIN "4.4.7 rotate during board assembly Replacing cleaning operation? connector J22. MAIN Board"...
  • Page 398 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-7 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Initial Operation Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 9. Is head cable broken? Replace head cable. "4.8.9 Replacing Print Head" p.4-115 "4.8.3 Replacing CR Board Assembly"...
  • Page 399 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-7 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Initial Operation Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Machine makes no 1. Is "Sen: Cover open" • Check MAIN board "4.4.7 operations after displayed on LCD assembly connector Replacing turned ON.
  • Page 400 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-7 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Initial Operation Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 6. Main board assembly Replace MAIN board "4.4.7 may be defective. assembly. Replacing MAIN Board" p.4- 7. Power board Replace the power board "4.4.2 assembly may be...
  • Page 401 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-7 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Initial Operation Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Operation panel 1. Is operation panel Replace operation panel accepts no inputs. cover broken or cover. contaminated? 2.

  • Page 402: Media Feed Problems

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting 9.3.2 Media Feed Problems Table 9-8 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Media Feed Problems Symptom Check item Action Reference Media comes off 1. Are P_REAR sensor • Check following "4.4.7 during media set assembly and connectors.

  • Page 403: Removing Media Guide R (Upper)

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-8 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Media Feed Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 5. Does media guide • If media guide collects "4.2.18 have large distortion media dust or other Removing or foreign objects? foreign objects on it,...

  • Page 404: Printing Problems

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting 9.3.3 Printing Problems Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems Symptom Check item Action Reference Machine cannot print 1. Printer driver may be Update printer driver. "7.3.5 sequentially. defective. Firmware Installation" p.7-16 2.
  • Page 405 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Missing dots in 1. Is cleaning adequate? Perform cleaning twice Operation printing. consecutively. Manual 2. Is ink tube filled with Perform drop ink charge.
  • Page 406 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Nozzle plugging or ink 3. Is nozzle face wiped/ Check wiper installation "4.9.2 splash is not eliminated rubbed correctly? condition and secure it Replacing even after cleaning.
  • Page 407 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference No printing. 1. Check power supply Replace power board "4.4.2 voltage (DC24V, assembly. Replacing Particular color is DC42V). Power Board missing.
  • Page 408 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Does ink tube have • Replace damaged ink "4.9.3 bend, scratch, or leak? tube and check if Replacing cleaning operation Maintenance causes ink inflow after...
  • Page 409 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 13. When cleaning Replace maintenance base "4.9.3 operation is assembly. Replacing performed, is Maintenance transmission gear shaft Assembly" damaged? p.4-123 14.
  • Page 410 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Machine outputs all 1. Check connection of Reconnect head cable. "4.8.9 black printing. head cable connectors Replacing on CR board assembly Print Head"...
  • Page 411 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Blocky printing 2. Have you started Printing just after initial Operation quality. printing immediately charge may cause following Manual Blocky image printing.
  • Page 412 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Blocky printing 4. Is shielding material Remount it at specified "4.6.8 quality. secured at specified position. Replacing Blocky image printing. position? Suction Fan"...
  • Page 413 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Blocky printing 11. Does pump motor • Reconnect MAIN board "4.4.7 quality. rotate during cleaning assembly connector J22. Replacing Blocky image printing.
  • Page 414 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Blocky printing 17. Does residual ink Clean head as follows. quality. collect on head 1. Clean head through Blocky image printing.
  • Page 415 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Printout borders blur. 1. Does purge correct Perform purge twice Operation symptom? consecutively. Manual 2. Is media in use a Set recommended media and Operation recommended one?
  • Page 416 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Many satellites 1. Is working Use machine under specified "3.5 (unnecessary dots) environment environment. Choosing a appropriate? Place for the Shaggy plotout Printer"...
  • Page 417 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 9. Is nozzle face wiped/ Check wiper installation "4.9.2 rubbed correctly? condition and secure it Replacing correctly. Cleaner Head" p.4-122 10.
  • Page 418 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 17. Main board assembly Replace MAIN board "4.4.7 may be damaged. assembly. Replacing MAIN Board" p.4-49 Mixed color lines are 1.
  • Page 419 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Poor accuracy of 1. Is working Use machine under specified "3.5 segment length in head environment environment. Choosing a travel direction (main appropriate? Place for the...
  • Page 420 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 4. If the media in • Adjust roll receiver "4.12.1 problem is roll media, assembly position. Replacing Roll does scroller rotate Media Holder •...
  • Page 421 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Poor accuracy of 1. Is working Use machine under specified "3.5 segment length in environment environment. Choosing a media feed direction appropriate? Place for the...
  • Page 422 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Poor linearity in media 1. Is registered head rank Enter correct head rank. "(1) Head feed direction (media different from actual Rank"...

  • Page 423: Noise Problems

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-9 Symptoms, Check Items and Actions for Printing Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 2. Does pressure roller If pressure roller collects Operation drag when pressure media dust on itself, wipe Manual lever is raised? dust away using a wet soft cloth.
  • Page 424 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-10 Symptoms, Check Items, and Actions for Noise Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference Abnormal noise in 1. Are there any foreign Remove obstacles and waiting mode objects or obstacles at foreign objects. noise-generating position? 2.
  • Page 425 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-10 Symptoms, Check Items, and Actions for Noise Problems (Continued) Symptom Check item Action Reference 5. Does the cable • If they contact with each "4.7.8 connected to CR board other, adjust the cable Replacing assembly on carriage position.

  • Page 426: Online Function Problems

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting 9.3.5 Online Function Problems Table 9-11 Symptoms, Check Items, and Actions for Online Function Problems Event/symptom Check item Action Reference Scaling does not work 1. Printer driver may be Update printer driver. Operation correctly. defective.
  • Page 427 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-11 Symptoms, Check Items, and Actions for Online Function Problems(Continued) Event/symptom Check item Action Reference Some data are not 1. Printer driver may be Update printer driver. Operation printed (missing). defective. Manual Some data change to 2.

  • Page 428: Other Problems

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-11 Symptoms, Check Items, and Actions for Online Function Problems(Continued) Event/symptom Check item Action Reference Media feed after 1. Are print start position Update printer driver. Operation printout is excessive. and layout method set Manual properly? Printer driver setting...
  • Page 429 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-12 Symptoms, Check Items, and Actions (Continued) Event/symptom Check item Action Reference 5. Power board assembly Replace power board "4.4.2 may be defective. assembly. Replacing Power Board Assembly" p.4-41 Ink cartridge cannot be 1.

  • Page 430: Problems In Using Dedicated Network Software

    9.3.7 Problems in Using Dedicated Network Software Table 9-13 Problems in Using Dedicated Network Software Event/symptom Check item Action Reference MUTOH Maintenance Perform reinstallation and Network Assistant does not start initial setting. Administration Manual "Transfer failed (Data 1. Are printer and PC Yes: Proceed to (2).
  • Page 431 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-13 Problems in Using Dedicated Network Software (Continued) Event/symptom Check item Action Reference 2. Is PC IP address Yes: Proceed to (3). "(5) PC IP appropriate? No: Adjust TCP/IP Address properties from Setting" p.7-12 [Properties] of [Local Area Connection] in [Network Connections]...
  • Page 432 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 9 Troubleshooting Table 9-13 Problems in Using Dedicated Network Software (Continued) Event/symptom Check item Action Reference "Error received: Buffer Firmware size is too large. Printer repeats buzzer "7.3.5 overflow." is displayed Check if transferred operation in short cycles as Firmware during transfer.

  • Page 433: Wiring Diagram

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 10 Appendix 10 Appendix 10.1 Introduction ................... 10- 2 10.2 Wiring Diagram ..................10- 2 10.3 Maintenance Part List................10- 2 10.4 Exploded View..................10- 7 10-1 Rev.-05...

  • Page 434: Wiring Diagram

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 10 Appendix 10.1 Introduction This chapter provides referential information such as service data and exploded views. 10.2 Wiring Diagram For wiring diagram, see information below. Separate sheet “Wiring Diagram” p.1 10.3 Maintenance Part List The following table lists the maintenance parts per unit. The part number below is identical to that of the exploded view.
  • Page 435 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 10 Appendix Table 10-1 X Rail Assembly (Continued) Part name Part number Remarks PF speed reduction pulley DG-40312 Common with VJ26 Media holder DG-40313 Common with VJ26 Flushing tray (VJ) DG-40317 Common with VJ26 Flushing absorber DG-40318 Common with VJ26 Platen nonreflective tape...
  • Page 436 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 10 Appendix Table 10-3 Cursor Assembly Part name Part number Remarks Cutter solenoid assembly DF-42234 Common with VJ12 O-ring, M7 DF-46672 Common with VJ series VJ16 Damper L_assembly DG-40999 P_EDGE assembly DF-48983 Common in VJ series CR_ENC assembly DF-48986 Common in VJ series...
  • Page 437 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 10 Appendix Table 10-5 IH Assembly (Continued) Part name Part number Remarks Frame assembly, hook DF-46700 Two-way valve DG-40679 assembly(VJ16) Two-way valve assembly DG-40680 (VJ16K2) VJ cartridge holder assembly DG-40339 Common with VJ26 Ink cartridge control cable DG-40340 Common with VJ26 (VJ26)
  • Page 438 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 10 Appendix Table 10-8 Cover Assembly (Continued) Part name Part number Remarks DG-40361 F cover R sensor assembly (VJ16) DG-40362 F cover L sensor assembly (VJ16) Maintenance cover sensor DG-40366 assembly (VJ16) Table 10-9 Others Part name Part number Remarks VJ16 periodic maintenance...
  • Page 439 VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 10 Appendix Table 10-10 Take-up Unit Assembly (Optional) (Continued) Part name Part number Remarks Power cable 7A (for Japan DG-40485 Common with VJ12 use) 10-7 Rev.-05...

  • Page 440: Exploded View

    VJ-1604 　 Maintenance Manual 10 Appendix 10.4 Exploded View For exploded views and the maintenance parts, see information below. Separate sheet “Exploded View” p.2-p.10 Rev.-05 10-8...
  • Page 441 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement 　 Electric Diagram Electric Diagram * DF or DG number is the Maintenance part number.
  • Page 442 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement 　 Self-Diagnosis Function Configuration Diagram 1 & 2 Self-Diagnosis Function Configuration Diagram (2/3) for Ver. 1.08 Self-Diagnosis Function Configuration Diagram 1 & 2 Diagnosis 1 : Adj.Platen Diagnosis 2 : Test Self-Diagnosis Function Configuration Diagram(1/3) Diagnosis 1 : Adj.Platen Diagnosis 3 : InkCharge Diagnosis 4 : Adjustment 1 : Cleaning...
  • Page 443 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement 　 Self-Diagnosis Function Configuration Diagram 3 & Maintenance Mode 2 Configuration Diagram Self-Diagnosis Function Configuration Diagram 3 & Maintenance Mode 2 Configuration Diagram for Ver. 1.08 Diagnosis 1 : Adj.Platen Used Ink K Maintenance 1 : Indication Diagnosis 2 : Test Refer to Self-Daignosis Function Configuration Diagram (1/3) Used Ink C...

  • Page 444: A-118 Df

    VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement　 X Rail Assy 1 A-38 Exploded View A-111 A-112 A-36 A-110 A-109 A-35 A-114 A-19 A-117 DG-40317 A-120 A-44 A-249 DG-40320 A-43 A-18 A-41 A-118 A-25 A-28 A-31 DG-40312 A-251 A-34 A-30 A-24 A-121 A-97 A-116 DF-49020 A-252 A-115...
  • Page 445 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement 　 X Rail Assy 2 X Rail Assy 2 Exploded View A-180 A-188 A-181 DF-44115 A-190 A-186 A-184 A-202 A-183 A-208 A-196 A-206 A-209 A-108 A-185 A-214 DG-40349 A-183 A-107 A-190 A-184 A-106 DF-44115 A-187 A-211 DF-44115 A-105 A-205...

  • Page 446: A-114 B-

    VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement 　 Y Rail Assy Y Rail Assy Exploded View B-125 B-162 A-111 B-128 A-112 A-110 A-109 B-122 A-118 B-127 DF-43868 A-114 B-52 B-54 B-119 A-117 B-122 B-53 B-114 A-120 B-101 DG-40352 B-106 B-105 B-119 B-55 B-120 B-93 B-51 B-126...
  • Page 447 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement 　 Cursor Assy Cursor Assy Exploded View C-157 C-67 C-68 C-69 C-158 C-151 C-109 C-145 C-155 C-111 C-69 C-110 C-154 C-151 C-153 DF-49659 C-156 C-112 C-150 C-144 C-152 DG-40354 C-126 C-148 DF-46672 C-106 C-93 C-147 C-104 C-162 C-121 C-105...
  • Page 448 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement　 Exploded View DG-40317 D-19 DF-49038 D-20 DG-40355 D-21 D-23 DG-40357 DG-40356 D-18 D-31 D-93 D-87 D-25 D-24 D-97 D-30 D-92 D-91 D-96 D-99 D-90 D-28 D-97 D-95 D-29 D-94 D-32 D-94 D-27 D-15 D-98 D-102 D-78 D-78 D-37 DG-40356...
  • Page 449 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement 　 I/H Assy I/H Assy Exploded View E-32 2 way valve SMC-type DG-40680 E-32 E-10 E-31 DG-40339 E-76 DF-46700 E-35 E-18 E-31 E-75 E-22 DF-46671 E-34 E-11 E-76 E-73 E-35 To Cartridge E-33 DF-43968 E-77 E-81 E-74 E-22 E-17...

  • Page 450: Leg Assy

    VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement 　 Leg Assy Leg Assy Exploded View F-30 F-16 F-23 F-15 DF-44172 F-22 F-21 DF-47867 F-20 F-19 F-11 F-10 Leg Assy F-12 Model Name : VJ-1604 2007.03.28 Rev.B...
  • Page 451 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement 　 Roll Media Holder Assy Roll Media Holder Assy Exploded View G-20 G-14 G-19 G-15 A-200 G-12 G-14 G-13 G-15 G-18 DG- 40359 G-18 G-13 G-12 DG- 40358 G-19 G-20 Roll Media Holder Assy Model Name : VJ-1604 2007.07.07 Rev.C...
  • Page 452 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement 　 Cover Assy Cover Assy Exploded View H-91 H-127 H-90 H-126 H-113 H-80 H-80 H-79 DG- 40170 DF- 48977 H-112 H-128 H-53 H-84 H-55 H-124 J-17 H-121 H-120 H-54 H-73 H-113 H-121 H-80 H-72 H-85 H-58 H-57 H-212 H-82...
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  • Page 454 VJ-1604 Maintenance Manual Supplement　 Exploded View I-126 I-125 I-160 I-159 I-123 I-124 I-158 I-156 I-159 I-148 I-121 I-214 DG-40474 I-157 I-151 I-130 I-148 I-147 I-128 I-148 I-129 I-158 I-150 I-171 I-127 I-128 I-160 I-169 I-170 I-172 I-213 I-151 I-165 I-144 I-141 To Take Up Unit Assy 1 I-203(J)

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