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1.4.1.7 Ink Charge Function
The following operations are performed before the printer is delivered from the factory to prevent the
printhead from being damaged (so that it can be stored indefinitely):
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The ink path is cleaned using a special cleaning liquid.
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The cleaning liquid is completely discharged.
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The printhead is capped.
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The ink cartridge is removed.
Ink cartridge removal
Ink path cleaning
(removes ink used for printing inspection)
Figure 1-18. Ink Path Conditions at Delivery from the Factory
The ink supply operation is used to prepare the printer after storage.
Step 1: Remove all protective parts that were installed for transit. (For the protective parts, see Chapter
4.)
Step 2: Mount the ink cartridge.
Step 3: Turn the printer power on while pressing both the
I
ON LINE
I
and
I
LINE FEED
I
switches.
During the ink supply operation, the LCD displays "INK CHARGE XXX." XXX indicates the time required
to complete the operation, and it will be completed when the value reaches 000.
For reference, the amount of ink consumed during the ink supply operation is approximately 15cc.
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