Non-observance of accident prevention regulations can lead to the loss of accident insurance cover. Power Switch with Emergency Stop Function The Suprasetter 74/105 is fully cut off from the power supply by the power switch (red rotary switch). Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation...
Before You Start ... The power switch (red rotary switch) triggers a four- pole cut-off of the Suprasetter 74/105 and the SCL 74/ 102 from the power supply. In an emergency, this power switch is used as an emergency stop switch for the Suprasetter 74/105 and the SCL 74/102.
If used as directed, the user is never exposed to dan- ger from the laser beam. The laser systems used in the Suprasetter 74/105 are Class 4 products (> 500 mW). Companies which are servicing the device in Ger-...
Before You Start ... Warning: You may be exposed to dangerous radiation by the invisible laser beam if you use operating or adjustment equipment other than those mentioned in this documentation or if you follow other working procedures. When carrying out work as described in the customer documentation, the user must always adhere to the operating process stipulated.
Pure con- crete flooring generally has a low volume resis- tance. If you have non-conductive floor covering, the use of ESD mats placed on the operator side of the devices is recommended. These mats can be Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation...
Before You Start ... obtained from suppliers. However, in such a case, existing charges are only slowly reduced depend- ing on the shoes that the personnel wear. For per- sonal safety, the resistance of floor to ground should not fall below 10 ohms.
Before You Start ... Prerequisites The user, having attended a training course, should be familiar with the Suprasetter 74/105. Further Documentation You will find additional information in the following documentation: MetaDimension - User's Guide/Workflow Prinect Printready System - User's Guide/Workflow...
Before You Start ... „V" in front of a word indicates that it is explained in the Glossary. Important Information Important information in the text is marked by sym- bols which indicate the following: Warning: Contains information that must be taken into consid- eration to protect the user from injury.
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Introduction 1 Introduction Description of the Unit and its Functions The Suprasetter 74/105 is a high-speed, PostScript™- compatible, computer-to-plate imaging device. It images thermal printing plates in daylight opera- tion. The Suprasetter 74/105 receives screened data from the RIP for imaging onto printing plates. The printing plates are placed manually on the insertion table or loaded by the Single Cassette Loader.
Introduction Status LEDs The following actions of the Suprasetter 74/105 are indicated by the status LEDs: Position of the status LEDs left right Action Startup: The device starts the software and initializes the hardware. The status LEDS are like level indicators filling up from bottom to top, running parallel on both sides, until normal operation is reached.
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Output of an imaged plate is announced approx. 3 seconds before by a beep. In addition, the middle LEDs flash synchronously. If the plate is output a brief beep is heard again, indicating that the plate can be removed. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 1–3...
Introduction On/Off button The On/Off button allows you to: switch on the Suprasetter 74/105, see section Switching on the Device, page 3–1. switch off the Suprasetter 74/105, see section Switching Off the Device, page 3–3. switch off the beep that sounds, for example, after a malfunction occurs.
Introduction Punch Systems As an option, you can equip your Suprasetter 74/105 with different punch systems. The punches are located within the device. They punch the printing plate after exposure before finally unloading the plate. Max. number of Max. number of...
The ambient condi- tions must be observed. Because the installation site must have clean condi- tions, the Suprasetter 74/105 may not be operated in sites where paper is being printed or paper finishing devices are running. The floor at the installation site must be even and firm.
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Connection to various supply circuits is implemented by different distributor connectors in the power pack of the Suprasetter 74/105. Connection of the device to the power supply may only be performed by autho- rized qualified personnel. 2–2...
The automatic cutouts are located behind the right side panel. When an automatic cutout is triggered, please proceed as described in the Abschnitt Switch- ing on an Automatic Cutout, Seite 3–11. Repairs should only be carried out by service personnel. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 2–3...
Abschnitt Saving a Backup of the Recorder Configuration, Seite 2–7. Operation: 1. Insert the Suprasetter 74/105 installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. With Autorun being activated the setup starts auto- matically. 2. If Autorun is disabled, you can start the setup by dou- ble-clicking "Setup.exe".
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You will see the "Install Shield Wizard Complete" win- dow at the end of the installation procedure. 11. Click "Finish". This completes installation. 12. To start the Suprasetter 74/105 user interface, select "Start > Programs > Heidelberg > CTP User Interface" or use the previously set path.
After having installed the Container version on the workstation, you need to update the software for the recorder. Requirements: The Suprasetter 74/105 as well as the workstation are switched on and ready for operation. The Suprasetter 74/105 GUI was started. Operation: 1.
Notes on Installation Saving a Backup of the Recorder Configuration Requirements: The Suprasetter 74/105 as well as the workstation are switched on and ready for operation. The Suprasetter 74/105 GUI was started. Operation: 1. Click the "Switch to Administration" button (wrench icon).
Notes on Installation Selecting the User Interface Language 1. Click the "Change to Device" button. 2. Select "Options" in the vertical menu bar. 3. Select the "Miscellaneous" dialog tab. 4. Select the language you want in "Language". 5. Click "Apply". The user interface switches over to the selected language.
There is no printing plate on the insertion table. Operation: 1. Switch the power switch to I. 2. Press the On/Off button on the Suprasetter 74/105 as far down as it will go before releasing it. This switches on the device, but it needs approx.
The startup time is set at the work- station. Prerequisites: The power switch of the Suprasetter 74/105 is set to 'I'. The Suprasetter 74/105 GUI is running. Operation: 1.
Note: You must repeat the shutdown procedure from the start if the beep sounds for a second time before you have pressed the On/Off button for a second time. 2. Switch the power switch to '0'. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 3–3...
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Operation On/Off button Power switch Note: The power switch must be at 'I' if the Supraset- ter 74/105 is to be started automatically, e.g. before shift work starts. 3–4 Edition September 2005...
Material storage For the storage of printing plates prior to exposure, after exposure and after development, various requirements apply which can be obtained from the manufacturer of the printing plates. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 3–5...
Operation Manual Loading of a Printing Plate Note: You can only load a printing plate to the device if the lower part of the two status LEDs is flashing and the load buttons are lit. The insertion rollers first open for you to load a printing plate. This is accompa- nied by a brief beep.
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Operation Warning: Carefully remove all slip sheets or packag- ing materials from both sides of the printing plate before loading it into the Suprasetter 74/105. The laser beam can ignite the material and cause a fire in the Suprasetter 74/105.
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Operation 6. Press one of the two load buttons. The plate is loaded to the device. This is accompanied by a brief beep. Load buttons Note: The device loads the plate and checks at what angle it is. The plate is immediately transported back to the insertion table if it was too askew when inserted.
Warning: Plate edges can be sharp. Failure to wear protective gloves can result in injuries to your hands. 1. Put on protective gloves. 2. Remove the printing plate from the device for further processing. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 3–9...
Operation Troubleshooting In the case of a malfunction, you will hear a beep from the Suprasetter 74/105, and the GUI displays an error message. 1. Click the "Error messages" button. The following help information is displayed: Error code Description of error Error remedy 2.
The safety loop is closed via the key- operated switch and, as a result, the user is in danger of being crushed or suffering an electric shock. Side panel 2. Switch on the automatic cutout that was triggered. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 3–11...
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Operation Automatic cutouts (5x) 3. Please inform your maintenance service if you cannot switch on an automatic cutout again so that this mal- function can be remedied. Note: Automatic cutout F5 remains switched off if you do not use an autoloader. 4.
Ensure that no fluids enter the interior of the device and keep moisture away from the connections on the rear of the device. Do not use any abrasive cleaning agents or solvents. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 4–1...
Cleaning cycle: every 1000 plates Cleaning agents: Water, sponge, sponge cloth, lint-free cloth 1. In the Suprasetter 74/105 user interface, click the "Open Cover" button in "Administration > Mainte- nance > Monitoring". The insertion table is released. Note: The "Open Cover" button is only enabled if no imaging is running, i.e.
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They do not present any hazard to the user because unlocking the insertion table makes them dead, but they could be damaged. 4. Remove the punch waste container from the device. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 4–3...
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Service and Maintenance Punch motors Punch waste container 5. Open the tilting lever stoppers on both bearings of the cleaning roller Cleaning roller Open tilting lever stoppers on left and right 4–4 Edition September 2005...
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10. Close the tilting lever stoppers on both bearings of the cleaning roller Make sure that the stoppers are engaged. Cleaning roller Close tilting lever stoppers on left and right 11. Refit the punch waste container. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 4–5...
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Service and Maintenance Punch waste container 12. Clean the cleaning roller on the insertion table with a damp sponge or sponge cloth. Attention: Do not use any abrasive or scratching cleaning agents or equipment. 13. Dry the cleaning roller with a lint-free cloth. 4–6 Edition September 2005...
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Service and Maintenance 14. Place the lower edge of the insertion table into the guide. Insertion table 15. Press the insertion table away from you until the no- work magnets catch. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 4–7...
Service and Maintenance 16. In the Suprasetter 74/105 user interface, go to "Admin- istration > Maintenance > Monitoring" and click the box in the "Cleaning Rollers" row in the "Maintenance Completed" column. The number of plates in the "Next Maintenance" column is reset to its initial value.
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Service and Maintenance Insertion table 3. Lift the insertion table out of the device and place it carefully beside the device. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 4–9...
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Service and Maintenance Attention: Do not touch the punch motors and their pcbs that you can now see. They do not present any hazard to the user because unlocking the insertion table makes them dead, but they could be damaged. 4.
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Service and Maintenance 6. Place the lower edge of the insertion table into the guide. Insertion table 7. Press the insertion table away from you until the no- work magnets catch. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 4–11...
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Service and Maintenance 8. In the Suprasetter 74/105 user interface, go to "Admin- istration > Maintenance > Monitoring" and click the box in the "Punch Waste" row in the "Maintenance Completed" column. The number of punches in the "Next Maintenance" column is reset to its initial value.
The safety loop is closed via the key-operated switch and, as a result, the user is in danger of being crushed or suffering an electric shock. Side panel 2. Pull off the cover of the air filter casing. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 4–13...
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Service and Maintenance Cover 3. Put on protective gloves because of the dirty filter. 4. Remove the air filter from the filter casing and replace it with a new one. Air filter Attention: The coated side must face the inside of the device.
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5. Dispose of the old air filter as general commercial waste. Contact your local waste disposal company for more details about disposal procedures. 6. Place the cover back on the filter casing. Cover 7. Put the side panel back on. Side panel Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 4–15...
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Service and Maintenance 8. In the Suprasetter 74/105 user interface, go to "Admin- istration > Maintenance > Monitoring" and click the box in the "Air Filter" row in the "Maintenance Com- pleted" column. The number of hours in the "Next Maintenance"...
1,536 mm Suprasetter 105 Width 2,150 mm Depth: 1,494 mm Height 1,536 mm Weight Suprasetter 74 approx. 850 kg Suprasetter 105 approx. 990 kg Power supply voltage 200 V – 240 V Three-phase connection Frequency 50/60 Hz Rated Operation Current...
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Relative humidity 10 % to 85 % non-condensing Noise emission < 65 dB (A) workplace-related value Print plate sizes Suprasetter 74 Max. 680 mm x 750 mm Min. 370 mm x 323 mm Suprasetter 105 Max. 930 mm x 1,140 mm Min.
89/336/EEC EMC Directive (Europe) Laser safety Please refer to the label overview at the end of this chapter for laser labels and their positions. BGV B2 (Germany) EN 60825-1 (Europe) IEC 60825-1 (International) 21 CFR 1040 (USA) Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 5–3...
(CE) and the instructions for installation, operation and service are followed. Approvals and Conformity (Germany) CE: Declaration of Conformity (Europe) (USA) CDRH: Accession-No. (submitted) (USA) cETL (Canada) GOST-R (Russia) ACN 004 395 779 (Australia) Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 5–5...
Technical Data Disposal of the unit The regulations of the respective region must be observed during the disposal of the unit. The unit contains harmful substances. It must be handed over to an approved waste disposal company and not be disposed of as household waste. Addresses can be obtained from the relevant environmental office.
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5–8) Button cell battery on pcb Various heavy metals 7 (19) Polyvinyl chloride could be contained in the cable covering. The electronic components contain flame retardants. State-of-the-art technology allows thermal recycling in appropriately equipped plants. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 5–7...
Technical Data Disposal of Glysantin BASF's safety data sheet "Glysantin G48-00" that is valid at the time you dispose of the product must always be followed. BASF Aktiengesellschaft, 67056 Ludwigshafen, Ger- many, Phone:+49-621-60-43333 E-Mail: Productinformation.Performance-Chemi- cals@basf-ag.de Recyclable Materials The following table lists the main parts that do not contain harmful substances and that can undergo environmentally safe recycling.
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Various parts: Steel, aluminum, plas- Mounting parts tic, cast aluminum Motors Pumps Cables Rubberized rollers * The weights refer to the 8-up recorder. These are reduced by approx. 10% - 30% for a 4-up recorder. Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 5–9...
Technical Data Dismantling Pos. Steps Comment 1, 3, 4, 5 Dismantling of the panels Upper side panels, front and front Image 1 table snap-locked Draining of the coolant Disposal of the coolant must be environmentally safe following the manufacturer's instructions. The notes in the safety data sheet must be observed (see the section Disposal of Glysantin,...
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Dismantling of the laser mod- Only the positions can be seen in Image 8 ules the image. Lifting the imaging unit off the Drum contains different types of Image 8 lower frame and dismantling it material Dismantling the drum Suprasetter 74/105 – Operation 5–11...
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Technical Data Image 1 5–12 Edition September 2005...
Technical Data Disposal Instructions for Chiller P107-13188 The chiller comprises several components that must be disposed of separately. Disposal of the unit must be done professionally and only at appropriately desig- nated locations. The chiller can be divided into three groups. 1.
Technical Data Labels on the Suprasetter 74/105 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Technical Data Vorsicht! Caution! Attention! QUETSCHGEFAHR BEI BEWEGUNG, WENN SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÜBERBRÜCKT. BEWARE OFF MOVING PARTS WHEN INTERLOCK DEFEATED. PARTIES MOBILES SI VERROUILLAGE DE SÛRET É PONT É VORSICHT-UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG Klasse 4 WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÜBER- BRÜCKT. BESTRAHLUNG VON AUGE ODER HAUT DURCH DIREKTE ODER STREUSTRAHLUNG VERMEIDEN.
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Servicing of Suprasetter 74 / 105 Servicing by the Customer Action Interval 1000 Clean air filter *) Operating hours 1000 Clean cleaning roller *) Plates 2000 Empty punch waste box Punch actions The servicing intervals can be programmed with the user interface and shown then as a reminder.
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Servicing of Suprasetter 74 / 105 Servicing by Service Technicians Action Interval Check 8up stop pins drum/punch for wear, if necessary 15000 Plates replace them Weeks Check 4up stop pins drum/punch for wear, if necessary 50000 Plates replace them Weeks...
Answering any user queries after the warranty period is a service which can be availed of exclusively on pur- chasing a "Heidelberg Infoline Box". The same applies for a telephone consultation in the case of operation faults or for user-specific problem analyses.
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Please also state your full address, customer no. and, if possible, telephone number, fax number and email address. Please send the Problem Report to your local branch or your Heidelberg agency. 6–2 Edition September 2005...
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