Checking White Ink Ejection; Printing Defects - MIMAKI UJV100-160 Operation Manual

Chapter 2 Printing
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Check the print results.

Checking White Ink Ejection

The following two methods are available for checking white ink:
• Print on clear film.
• Print the background for the test pattern using black ink.
l White Ink Confirmation Test Pattern
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In LOCAL mode, select [TEST PRINT/CLEANING] > [Test Print], then press the [ENTER] key.
• The Test Print menu is displayed.
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Select [SpotColor Check], then press the [ENTER] key.
• Test printing starts.
• The layout direction is fixed at "Scan direction".
Normal pattern
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Check the print results.

Printing Defects

The following shows typical examples of print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging, deflection). In order to prevent
printing in such a state, check whether the ink has been properly ejected regularly, such as before printing.
Deflection Nozzle clogging
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Mist
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Abnormal pattern
Deflection Nozzle clogging
Ink dropping
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Mixing in air
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