Recovery Unit - Intermec ColorCoder V4 Service Manual

2.2 Image Formation System, cont'd.
2.2:C Recovery Unit
Intermec ColorCoder V4 – Service Manual Ed. 1
Outline
The recovery unit is provided for the purposes of preventing the ink
from clogging, eliminating the bubbles inside the nozzles, and
eliminating the surplus ink adhered to the head nozzle surface.
The recovery unit takes the following conditions depending on the
state and the purpose of the unit.
1. Capping state
2. Head cleaning operation
3. Printing state
Each operation will be described below.
Outline of Operation
1. Capping State
While the power supply is off or the printer is standby state, the head
is moved to the capping position, and covered by the restoration tub.
BJ head
Cleaner blade
Absorber
Chapter 2 Operation and Timing
Restoration tub
Figure 2-20
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