Overview; Replacing The Blanket; Removing The Old Blanket - HP Indigo press 3050 User Manual

Overview

The press blanket transfers ink from the photo-conductive image plate (PIP) to the printed
substrate. At the end of each machine revolution, both the PIP and the blanket are
completely clean and ready for the next separation. For the blanket to function properly:
the blanket pins should be inserted in the intermediate transfer media (ITM) drum slots,
the blanket should be stretched on the ITM drum, and you should keep the blanket clean
at all times.
Take proper care of the blanket. It is important to always clean off ink residue and remove
all paper shreds as soon as they are detected.

Replacing the blanket

Replace the blanket when it is damaged or if parts of the image are missing on the printed
output. Before beginning this procedure, make sure to have the following items:

Removing the old blanket

WARNING! The ITM drum is very hot and may cause injury if treated carelessly. Always use thermal gloves.
1
2
3
4
Figure 9-1. ITM hood (working position)
114 Chapter 9 Blanket
new blanket
thermal gloves
needlenose pliers
Bring the press to the Standby state by clicking Go to Standby in the control panel.
Wait for the ITM drum to cool to room temperature before performing step 3.
Open the upper feed door, release the feed conveyor latch, and lift the feed conveyor.
Lift the ITM hood.
ITM hood
ITM latch
ITM knob
ENWW