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MIMAKI UJF-3042 MkII Series Operation Manual

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D203043-42
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  • Page 1 MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. https://mimaki.com/ D203043-42 Original instructions...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents CAUTION ..................v DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY ............v Requests ....................v FCC Statement (USA) ................v Interference to televisions and radios ........... v CDRH REGULATION ................v Restriction in use ................. vi Foreword ..................vi On this operation manual ..............vi For safe operation ................vii Symbols ....................vii Safety interlock ..................xii...
  • Page 3 Turning the Power ON............... 2-3 Turning the Power OFF ..............2-3 Setting the media .................2-4 Set the media in another method ............2-6 Test printing .................2-7 Perform test printing with the test pattern for checking white ink ..2-8 Head Cleaning ................2-8 About head cleaning................
  • Page 4 Setting a AUTO Power-off............... 3-18 Setting Time ..................3-18 Setting Unit (Length) ............... 3-18 Setting a KEY BUZZER..............3-18 Setting the network................3-19 Setting event mail function .............. 3-19 Setting of Remote control..............3-24 Setting a LANGUAGE ..............3-24 Setting a Ionizer (Option) ..............3-24 Recognize connection options ............
  • Page 5 Setting the Cleaning Intervals and Type ......... 4-18 Replacing consumables .............4-19 (When using rubber wiper) Replace the wiper/wiper absorber..4-19 (When using suction wiper)Replace the nozzle cap......4-19 Replacing the mist filter ..............4-20 Replacing the mist filter box ............4-21 LED Glass Replacement ..............

  • Page 6: Caution

    The product can interfere with radios and televisions if set up or commissioned THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OF MIMAKI SHALL BE THE under improper conditions. The product is not guaranteed SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND IS IN LIEU...

  • Page 7: Restriction In Use

    Foreword Foreword Restriction in use Congratulations on your purchase of a MIMAKI “UJF- Kebab HS system which is option for UJF-3042 MkII e, 3042MkII/3042MkII EX/3042MkII e/3042MkII EX UJF-3042 MkII EX e, and the UJF-6042 MkII e is 6042MkII/6042MkII e ” model of UV ink jet printer.

  • Page 8: For Safe Operation

    For safe operation For safe operation WARNING • Be sure to setup the appropriate air-moving Symbols system in case of using this machine in a closed room or a room with bad ventilation. Symbols are used in this Operation Manual for safe Cautions for constructing exhaust outlet.
  • Page 9 MIMAKI for repair. Never repair your machine by yourself since it is very dangerous for you Power supply and voltage to do so.
  • Page 10 For safe operation WARNING WARNING Abnormal event occurs Circulating water • If the machine is used under an abnormal • If you find any water leaks on the maintenance condition where the machine produces smoke parts, turn the power switch off immediately, or unpleasant smell, fire or electric shocks can and remove the power plug from the power result.
  • Page 11 UV devices other than those recommended by on the printer, dust can put on it. Mimaki. We would take no responsibility for • Store media not to put dust on it. Wiping dust any troubles caused through the use of a UV off the media, dust will be put on the media devices not recommended by Mimaki.
  • Page 12 For safe operation CAUTION • After this machine is used long time, foreign materials or dust gathered may cause electrical leakage, or insulation deterioration may cause firing and/or smoking. Periodically clean this machine replace deteriorated parts after insulation resistance. • After this machine is used long time, screws or others on the conductive parts may be loosened, causing firing and/or smoking.

  • Page 13: Safety Interlock

    For safe operation Safety interlock This machine is equipped with interlocks to terminate the operation for your safety when the cover opens during printing etc. (red circle parts in the figure below). Front cover *1: Although the carriage stops when you open the front cover, the interlock is not activated.

  • Page 14: Position Of The Warning Label

    Position of the warning label Position of the warning label Warning labels are adhered on this machine. Be sure to fully understand the warnings given on the labels. In the case where any of the warning label has become so soiled that the warning message is illegible or has come off, purchase a new one from your local distributor or our office.
  • Page 15 Position of the warning label Order No. Label Order No. Label (1)M903330 (6)M913425 (2)M913563 (7)M913706 (UJF-6042MkII/ UJF-6042MkIe) (3)M913565 (8)M903239 (UJF-3042MkII/ UJF-3042MkII EX/ UJF-3042MkII e/ UJF-3042MkII EX e) (4)M907935 (9)M913610 (5)M913423 (10)M913419 (11)M915076...
  • Page 16 Position of the warning label...

  • Page 17: Before Use

    Chapter 1 Before Use This chapter describes the items required to understand before use, such as the name of each part of the machine or the installation procedures. Installing the machine ........1-2 Connecting the LAN cable ......1-12 Connecting the power cable ..... 1-12 Where to install the machine......

  • Page 18: Installing The Machine

    Chapter 1 Before Use Installing the machine • When moving this machine, take care not to give a significant impact on it. • When moving this machine, keep it as flatly as possible. Do not move it on its side. It may cause Where to install the machine machine failure.

  • Page 19: Configuration And Function

    Chapter 1 Before Use Configuration and Function Front Below is an illustration of UJF-3042MkII. Ink supply unit Front cover Insert ink bottles here. Open and close this cover when P.1-13) replacing or setting the media. Carriage ( P.1-4) The carriage is provided with the print head.

  • Page 20: Rear

    Chapter 1 Before Use Rear EMERGENCY SWITCH USB socket One EMERGENCY switch is placed on the front face of Connect USB the unit and one is placed on the right side in the rear part interface cable. of the cover. When stopping the machine for safety reason, press the LAN connector switch.

  • Page 21: Indicator Light Unit

    Chapter 1 Before Use Indicator light unit The indicator light unit shows the status of the machine in the three colors light. • Indicator light unit on 3042MkII is optional. • To your use this option, you will need a mounting work by our service engineers. Please note that the optional accessories can not be attached by the customer.

  • Page 22: Operation Panel

    • Do not turn the main power switch( P.1-4) off. • When Mimaki Remote Access is in use, "During remote control. [ent]" will appear on the display, and key operations using the control panel of the unit will be disabled.
  • Page 23 Chapter 1 Before Use *1 : Ink Status Status of the ink tank (remaining ink/error, etc.) is displayed using icons. Each icon is described below. Icon Contents Displays the remaining ink amount in nine levels, in the order of the ink cartridge set in the slot. The remaining amount decreases moving to the right.
  • Page 24 Chapter 1 Before Use *2 : Functions assigned to [FUNC1] to [FUNC3] Contents of functions assigned to [FUNC1] to [FUNC3] are described below. Icon Contents Displays “MENU” for setting functions. Displays maintenance functions such as test print, cleaning, etc. Shifts to Remote from LOCAL and starts printing. Executes data clear.

  • Page 25: About Table

    Chapter 1 Before Use About table It is necessary to adjust the table height depending on the media thickness because various media can be set for printing. The specification of each table is as less: Table UJF-3042MkII/UJF-3042MkII e UJF-3042MkII EX/UJF-3042MkII EX e UJF-6042MkII/UJF-6042MkII e Acceptable media 5kg and less...
  • Page 26 Chapter 1 Before Use • UJF-6042MkII/UJF-6042MkII e Vacuum Table • Tap hole ( ○ ) can be used with jig. • The position of other holes might be changed without notice. • Do not protrude the jig from the edge of the table. 1-10...

  • Page 27: Instructions For Using The Table

    Chapter 1 Before Use Connecting the cables Instructions for using the table When using jigs, set the width to A3 for UJF-3042MkII/ UJF-3042MkII EX/UJF-3042MkII e/UJF-3042MkII EX e, Connecting the USB2.0 interface A2 (or 674mm) for UJF-6042MkII/UJF-6042MkII e and the cable depth to 464mm or less.

  • Page 28: Connecting The Lan Cable

    Chapter 1 Before Use  Removing USB memory  If connecting via a switching hub If a USB memory module is inserted in the personal computer to which a this machine machine is connected, click "Stop" in the "Safely Remove Hardware"...

  • Page 29: Caution In Handling Of Ink Bottles

    Each color is displayed on the LCD as follows: • Never refill the ink bottles with ink. This may result in troubles. MIMAKI will not bear any responsibility for any Display Color Display...

  • Page 30: Setting Ink Bottles

    Chapter 1 Before Use Setting ink bottles • If the mouth of the ink bottle is fitted with a seal (1) Use a cutter or similar tool to cut out a circle from the seal at the mouth of the bottle. If Take out the ink bottle, and slowly shake it there is any leftover cut, it may cause ink to twenty times and more.
  • Page 31 Chapter 1 Before Use • Wipe off any ink or maintenance liquid remaining on the ink bottle or special cap. Failure to do so may result in ink leaks due to the spinning of the special cap. • Check to confirm that there is no foreign matter, such as paper towel scraps or dust,adhering to the special cap.
  • Page 32 Chapter 1 Before Use • Do not touch the metal part of the IC chip. It may Replace the ink bottle break the IC chip by static, or may cause read error by stain or flaw. • Be sure to use safety glasses. •...
  • Page 33 Chapter 1 Before Use If the light-blocking cover comes off Use the wiping filter to wipe off any ink. If the light-blocking cover comes off, light striking the inside of the tank can result in the ink curing. Perform the following procedures if the light-blocking cover comes off.

  • Page 34: About Media

    Chapter 1 Before Use About Media About ink expiration date The ink expiration date is indicated on the Ink bottle. The sizes of media that can be used and the method of Expired ink may cause printing defects or alter the color handling are described here.

  • Page 35: Menu Mode

    Chapter 1 Before Use Menu mode This machine has three modes. Each mode is described below.  Local Local is a mode in printing preparation state. All keys are available. Receiving of data from the computer is allowed, however, printing is not executed. The following operations are allowed in the local.
  • Page 36 Chapter 1 Before Use 1-20...

  • Page 37: Basic Operations

    Chapter 2 Basic Operations This chapter describes procedures and setting methods for ink and media preparation, and printing. Operation flow..........2-2 Perform head cleaning depending on the test printing result ..........2-8 Turning the Power ON/OFF ......2-3 Printing an image from source data .....2-9 Turning the Power ON .......

  • Page 38: Operation Flow

    Chapter 2 Basic Operation Operation flow See “Turning the Power ON” ( P.2-3) Turning the Power ON See “Setting the media” ( P.2-4) Setting the media See “Test printing” ( P.2-7) Test printing See “Head Cleaning” ( P.2-8) Head Cleaning See “Printing an image from source data”...

  • Page 39: Turning The Power On/Off

    Chapter 2 Basic Operation Turning the Power ON/OFF Turning the Power OFF When having ended the operation of the machine, turn the power OFF by pressing the [END/POWER] key. Turning the Power ON Check the following items when turning the power OFF. This machine is provided with the following two power •...

  • Page 40: Setting The Media

    Chapter 2 Basic Operation Setting the media [END/POWER] key a long time on the front of the machine, check the display is turned off on the operation panel, and then turn the main power switch off. • The peripheral parts of the media could roll up due to heat.
  • Page 41 Chapter 2 Basic Operation Change the Table Height Attach the table spacer. Depending on the media thickness, change the height of the table. 53 mm or less 53 to 103 mm 103 to 153 mm Work height 2 pieces 1 piece none (0mm) Table spacer Attach the assembled table on the main...

  • Page 42: Set The Media In Another Method

    Chapter 2 Basic Operation Changing origin Set the media in another method The default origin position can be changed by pressing You can lower the table to set media more easily. JOG keys [][][][]. • The origin can also be changed from "ORIGIN Press the key in (MENU)

  • Page 43: Test Printing

    Chapter 2 Basic Operation Test printing Check result of printing. • When the result is normal, finish the operation. P.2-9) Make test printing in the specified direction to check • When the result is abnormal, execute head whether there is nozzle clogging or other printing failures cleaning.

  • Page 44: Perform Test Printing With The Test Pattern For Checking White Ink

    Chapter 2 Basic Operation Head Cleaning Perform test printing with the test pattern for checking white ink About head cleaning It makes easier to check if print the background to the white ink locations in the pattern. Check the printed test pattern result and perform cleaning depending on the status.

  • Page 45: Printing An Image From Source Data

    Chapter 2 Basic Operation Printing an image from Taking out the media after completion of printing. source data (1) When you made vacuum "ON", Press the [FUNC1] (VACUUM) to turn the adsorption "OFF". Starting the printing operation (Only for UJF-3042MkII EX/UJF-3042MkII EX e, UJF-6042MkII/UJF-6042MkII e or •...

  • Page 46: Checking Printing Data That Is Being Received Or Has Been Received

    Chapter 2 Basic Operation Checking printing data that is being received or has been received When printing is interrupted or print data is received on the local mode, the warning message "DATA REMAIN" appears on the display. At this time, if you press the [FUNC3] (REMOTE) migrate to the remote, printing is started or restarted.

  • Page 47: Setup

    Chapter 3 Setup This chapter describes the various setting of this machine. About Head Height MENU ......3-2 Setting of SUCTION WIPER..... 3-15 About MACHINE SETUP MENU....3-16 Head Height MENU table......3-2 Setting the Media Thickness ...... 3-3 MACHINE SETUP MENU table....3-17 Setting the HEAD GAP ......

  • Page 48: About Head Height Menu

    Chapter 3 Setup About Head Height MENU On SETUP MENU, you can set the print conditions to match the media you usually use. 10 ： 22 LOCAL 0.0mm 0.0mm 53.0mm TEST PRINT / MENU REMOTE CLEANING : Press this to select Head Height MENU, or to switch to the previous screen. : Press this to switch to the next screen.

  • Page 49: Setting The Media Thickness

    Chapter 3 Setup Press to select the mode, and Setting the Media Thickness press the key. If the media thickness is changed, Table Height is also • Set value: ON, OFF changed. • When "ON" is selected: You can select the behavior. Select one from the three types below: Press the (MENU)
  • Page 50 Chapter 3 Setup Table spacer Set the length of the table spacer you are using. Press the (MENU) key in LOCAL mode. • HEAD HEIGHT MENU will be displayed. Press to select “Table spacer” , and press the key. Press to select the table spacer, and press the key.

  • Page 51: About Origin Setup Menu

    Chapter 3 Setup About ORIGIN SETUP MENU Common settings are functions for using this machine easily. The following items can be set in Origin settings. LOCAL 10 ： 22 0.0mm 0.0mm 53.0mm TEST PRINT / MENU REMOTE CLEANING : Press this to select ORIGIN SETUP MENU, or to switch to the previous screen. : Press this to switch to the next screen.

  • Page 52: Setting The X Offset (Rem)

    Chapter 3 Setup Setting the X offset (REM) Setting the X offset (LOC) Use the following steps to accurately set the X origin of Use the following steps to accurately set the X origin of the online print. the built-in pattern such as test print. Press the (MENU) in LOCAL mode.

  • Page 53: Setting The Z Origin

    Chapter 3 Setup Setting the Z origin Changing the origin using the JOG keys You can also change the origin using the JOG keys. Press the (MENU) in LOCAL mode. Changing with the JOG keys Press to select “SET ORIGIN” , and press the key.

  • Page 54: About Setup Menu

    Chapter 3 Setup About SETUP MENU On SETUP MENU, you can set the print conditions to match the media you usually use. 10 ： 22 LOCAL 0.0mm 0.0mm 53.0mm TEST PRINT / MENU REMOTE CLEANING : Press this to select SETUP MENU, or to switch to the previous screen. : Press this to switch to the next screen.

  • Page 55: Setup Menu Table

    Chapter 3 Setup SETUP MENU table • For each setting item below, you can set it so that the machine may operate according to the value specified when you printed from your RIP software in the connected host PC. • Set Item : FEED COMP./INK LAYER/Logical Seek/REFRESH •...

  • Page 56: Setting Of Media Correction

    Chapter 3 Setup Setting of Media Correction Setting of LOGICAL SEEK A pattern for media correction is printed and a feeding The head’s operation varies depending on the LOGICAL rate is corrected. SEEK settings, as shown in the figure below. •...

  • Page 57: Setting Of Ink Layers

    Chapter 3 Setup The drawing is not performed and only the LED UV Setting of INK LAYERS is lit. Use when drawing is performed without the PRINT LED UV is lit etc., and when you wish to make it Set the number of times for over painting. cure afterward.

  • Page 58: Setting Of Fan Mode

    Chapter 3 Setup Press the (MENU) key in the local Setting of FAN MODE mode. You can set whether the vacuum function to fix the media set on the table is performed automatically or you perform Press to select "Setting", then it manually.

  • Page 59: Setting Of Print Flushing Level

    If performing media correction does not resolve feeding splash on the print result as the ink on the nozzles stripes, use the MAPS (Mimaki Advanced PassSystem) thickens due to stray light. function to disperse the pass boundary to make the If this happens, increase the flushing amount before feeding stripes less visible.

  • Page 60: Setting Of The Misregistration Adjust

    Chapter 3 Setup * Use transparent media with the A4 landscape Setting of the Misregistration adjust size or more in Y direction. Set Adjust:back to Step6. It is used when the mis-registration occurs at printing the color/spot color version. Press to select the resolution to adjust , and press the key.

  • Page 61: Setting Of Lt Mode

    Chapter 3 Setup Press to select “EXEC Setting of LT mode INTERVAL” , and press the key. Press the (MENU) key in the local Press the key. mode. • EXEC INTERVAL setting menu is displayed. Press to select "Setting", then Press to select the set value, and press the...

  • Page 62: About Machine Setup Menu

    Chapter 3 Setup About MACHINE SETUP MENU • Since UV light intensity adjustment is performed, check the print performance (stickiness, odor etc.) before using the LT mode. • Effective condition Ink type Resolution Pass Media LUS120 600 x 600 8 pass UV PET Common settings are functions for using this machine easily.

  • Page 63: Machine Setup Menu Table

    Set the authentication number for Mimaki PIN code 0000-9999 0000 Remote Control Remote Access. Set the time for Mimaki Remote Access to KeyLife 5min-120min 30min automatically exit remote control when there is no operation during remote control. English / 日本語 / Deutsch / LANGUAGE ( P.3-24)

  • Page 64: Setting A Auto Power-Off

    Chapter 3 Setup Function name Set value Default Meaning Set the time until head temperature goes to HEAD TEMP.STANDBY TIME 5min 5min ～ 15min standby. *1. Settable only when Auth. is not OFF. *2. Settable only when Auth. is POP before SMTP. *3.

  • Page 65: Setting The Network

    • The notification by the event mail function may not be delivered due to Internet environment, failure of the device/ Press to select “CHECK MAC the power supply, etc. Mimaki has absolutely no responsibility for any damages or loss resulting from non- ADDRESS” , and press the key.
  • Page 66 Chapter 3 Setup Set the event to send an event mail Set the e-mail address Press the (MENU) (>>) Press the (MENU) (>>) key local mode. key local mode. • MACHINE SETUP MENU will be displayed. • MACHINE SETUP MENU will be displayed. Press to select “EVENT MAIL”...
  • Page 67 Chapter 3 Setup Set the server Press to select “USER NAME” , and press the key. Press the (MENU) (>>) Press to set User Name, key in LOCAL mode. and press the key. • MACHINE SETUP MENU will be displayed. •...
  • Page 68 Chapter 3 Setup Send a test e-mail Press the (MENU) (>>) key local mode. • MACHINE SETUP MENU will be displayed. Press to select “EVENT MAIL” , and press the key. Press the (>>) key. • “TRANSMIT TEST EXECUTE” will be displayed. Press the key.
  • Page 69 Chapter 3 Setup • The sent result of the test e-mail is the result of e-mail sending process performed by this machine to the e-mail server. It does not indicate that the e-mail was received at the address. • If the spam e-mail filter etc. has been set in the terminal in which e-mails are received, even if “Sending has been completed”...

  • Page 70: Setting Of Remote Control

    See the online manual for Mimaki Remote Access. Press the key several times to When Mimaki Remote Access is in use, "During remote end the setting. control. [ent]" will appear on the display, and key operations using the control panel of the unit will be Setting a LANGUAGE disabled.

  • Page 71: Recognize Connection Options

    Chapter 3 Setup Press Recognize connection options Recognize the option when installing the Kebab option. Press key, select the setting value, Press the (MENU) (>>) key and press in LOCAL mode. • Setting value：5min ～ 15min Press to select “MACHINE Press key several times to end SETUP”, and press the...

  • Page 72: About Nozzle Check Menu

    Chapter 3 Setup About NOZZLE CHECK MENU Set operations concerning the nozzle missing detection function. UJF-3042MkII is displayed only when the NCU option is installed. 10 ： 22 LOCAL 0.0mm 0.0mm 53.0mm TEST PRINT / MENU REMOTE CLEANING : Press this to select NOZZLE CHECK MENU, or to switch to the previous screen. : Press this to switch to the next screen.

  • Page 73: Printing Check Flow

    Chapter 3 Setup Printing Check Flow Nozzle check is conducted according to the following flow at the start of printing. • Turn the “Printing Check” setting ON to be enabled. • Only perform RETRY COUNT and Printing Check settings when the settings are enabled. nozzle check ...

  • Page 74: Setting The Printing Check

    Chapter 3 Setup Setting the Printing Check Setting the NOZZLE RECOVERY Select "ON" when you want to conduct nozzle check at set this if you want to conduct automatic nozzle recovery the start of online printing. when nozzle missing is detected. Press the (MENU) key in the local Press the...

  • Page 75: About Information Menu

    Chapter 3 Setup About INFORMATION MENU The information of this machine can be confirmed. The following items can be confirmed as machine information. 10 ： 22 LOCAL 0.0mm 0.0mm 53.0mm TEST PRINT / MENU REMOTE CLEANING : Press this to select INFORMATION MENU, or to switch to the previous screen. : Press this to switch to the next screen.

  • Page 76: Displaying The Information

    Chapter 3 Setup Displaying the Information In LOCAL mode, press (MENU) and press the key. Press to select "INFORMATION", then press the key. • The information menu is displayed. Press to select the information you want to see. • Refer to "Information menu list" and select the information to display.

  • Page 77: Maintenance

    Chapter 4 Maintenance This chapter describes the items required to use this machine more comfortably, which are the methods for the daily care, the maintenance of the ink bottles etc. Routine maintenance ........4-2 Checking the UV Lamp Usage ....4-16 Solving the Ink Overflow Problem.....

  • Page 78: Routine Maintenance

    To order replacement consumable items, contact your local dealer or our service office.For more information on other consumable items, refer to our website. 　https://mimaki.com/supply/inkjet.html When this machine is left unused for a long time When the machine is not going to be used for a week or...
  • Page 79 Chapter 4 Maintenance...

  • Page 80: About Maintenance Menu

    Chapter 4 Maintenance About MAINTENANCE MENU This provides various settings for doing maintenance on the machine. The following items can be set in Maintenance settings. LOCAL 10 ： 22 0.0mm 0.0mm 53.0mm TEST PRINT / MENU REMOTE CLEANING : Press this to select MAINTENANCE MENU, or to switch to the previous screen. : Press this to switch to the next screen.

  • Page 81: Maintenance Menus At-A-Glance

    Chapter 4 Maintenance MAINTENANCE MENUs at-a-glance Item Set value Meaning For carrying out maintenance on the carriage and station periphery. CARRIAGE OUT Moves the carriage out, for carrying out cleaning of the cap periphery, P.4-6) head, wipers, etc. REPLACE Waste Ink Tank Resets or corrects the used count for the waste ink tank.

  • Page 82: Maintaining The Capping Station

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Maintaining the Capping Open the right maintenance cover. Station Maintain the ink cap, wiper, etc. located in the capping station. (SATION MAINT.) • To keep the nozzle status normal, perform wiper cleaning frequently. The ink cap and wiper function as follows. •...
  • Page 83 Chapter 4 Maintenance (When using suction wiper) Clean the • Wipe off so that no ink or cleaning solution remains on the rim of the cap rubber.If ink suction wiper. remains, nozzle missing or mixed color may occur. • Wipe off any ink on or around the wiper with a cleaning swab dipped...

  • Page 84: Cleaning The Mist Filter

    Chapter 4 Maintenance • If the stain strongly attached to the filter, such as Cleaning the mist filter the liquefaction of the ink attached to the filter, please replace the filter. ( P.4-21) Press the (MENU) in LOCAL mode. Press to select “MAINTENANCE”, and press the key.

  • Page 85: Nozzle Wash

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Nozzle Wash Suction wipe Suction wipe Press the (MENU) in LOCAL mode. Press to select “MAINTENANCE”, and press the key. Area around wiper Area around wiper • MAINTENANCE MENU will be displayed. UJF-3042MkII/3042MkII EX UJF-3042MkII e/3042MkII EX e /6042MkII /6042MkII e Press the...

  • Page 86: Nozzle Wash (When Pr-200 Ink Using)

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Press the (MENU) in LOCAL mode. Nozzle Wash (When PR-200 ink using) Press to select “MAINTENANCE”, • On models equipped with the PR-200, ink may clog the nozzle. Please check the Ver. on the label and press the key.
  • Page 87 Chapter 4 Maintenance Close the maintenance cover, and press Clean the tube once a week to prevent wiper key. tube clogging. (1) Fill the dropper with 3 cc cleaning solution. • Use the dropper scale for the liquid measure. (2) Fill the suction wiper with the cleaning solution from its mouth.

  • Page 88: Washing The Ink Discharge Passage

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Close the maintenance cover and press Washing the Ink Discharge Passage key. Wash the ink discharge passage regularly(about once a week) to prevent the head nozzles from clogging due to ink coagulation inside the passage. When the Machine Is Not Used for a Press the (MENU) in LOCAL mode.

  • Page 89: Sub Tank Maintenance

    Chapter 4 Maintenance (3) Insert it in the original position by holding the protrusions at both ends of the wiper. Protrusion Press the key. (When using suction wiper) Clean the • Until wiper cleaning is competed, [COMPLETED suction wiper and around the wiper. (NEXT): ENT] is displayed on the screen.

  • Page 90: White Maintenance

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Cleaning the Ink Head Perform it if a large amount of missing nozzle is not recovered or a nozzle missing occurs immediately after and the Area around It cleaning. Press the (MENU) in LOCAL mode. Because ink head employs very precise...

  • Page 91: Clean The Bottom Of The Led Lamp And The Bot- Tom Of The Mist Filter

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Wipe ink sticking to the side of the head off Cleaning the bottom of the LED lamp and with a cleaning swab. the bottom of the mist filter. • Wipe off the ink sticking to the side of the head with a cleaning swab dipped in maintenance ...

  • Page 92: Nozzle Recovery Function

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Nozzle Recovery Func- Register the Nozzle number that needs tion NOZZLE RECOVERY and press key. (1) Select the registration number from 1 to 10 NOZZLE RECOVERY: When nozzles missing can not be by pressing [][] key and press the improved at specific points, other good nozzles can be [ENTER] key.

  • Page 93: Reset The Set Value

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Reset the set value Solving the Ink Overflow Problem Press the (MENU) in LOCAL mode. Press the (MENU) in LOCAL mode. Press to select “MAINTENANCE”, Press to select “MAINTENANCE”, and press the key. and press the key. •...

  • Page 94: Automatic Maintenance Function

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Automatic Mainte- Setting the Refreshing Intervals nance Function The refresh interval is set. Refresh is the operation to discharge some ink from the nozzle to prevent nozzle To use this machine comfortably, you can set various clogging. maintenances to be performed automatically.

  • Page 95: Replacing Consumables

    To order replacement consumable items, contact your Protrusion local dealer or our service office. For more information on other consumable items, refer to our website.　　https://mimaki.com/supply/inkjet.html (When using rubber wiper) Replace the wiper/wiper absorber. The wiper and the wiper absorber are consumable. When the display indicates the warning message “!REPLACE...
  • Page 96 Chapter 4 Maintenance Press to select “MAINTENANCE”, • If the nozzle opening sinks down and is difficult to insert, support the tube from below by hand. and press the key. • MAINTENANCE MENU will be displayed. Press , and press the key.

  • Page 97: Replacing The Mist Filter

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Close the maintenance cover, and press Replacing the mist filter key. • After its initial operation, the machine returns to Press the (MENU) in LOCAL mode. LOCAL. Press to select “MAINTENANCE”, Replacing the mist filter box and press the key.

  • Page 98: Led Glass Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Set the mist filter in the new mist filter box. Set the new mist filter box in its original position. Set the mist filter in the new mist filter box. Claw • Insert until it clicks into place, and confirm that the tabs are engaged.

  • Page 99: Replacing The Waste Ink Tank Before The Waste Ink Tank Confirmation Message Is Displayed

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Discard waste ink • Put a cap on the waste ink tank removed. When the warning message "Check waste ink" is displayed on the display, please discard waste ink according to the following procedure. Press (MENU) in the local mode Replace the waste ink tank.

  • Page 100: If Check Wiper Waste Inktank Warning Appears

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Discard wiper waste ink. If Check Wiper Waste Inktank Warning If the “Check wiper waste inktank” warning appears on the Appears(UJF-3042MkII/6042MkII only) local display, discard the waste ink as follows: Ink sucked up by wiping during head cleaning and other processes is collected in the wiper waste ink tank at the Press (MENU) in the local mode...

  • Page 101: Replacing The Waste Ink Tank Before The "Check Wiper Waste Inktank" Warning Is Displayed

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Supplying antifreeze Return the wiper waste ink tank to its liquid location in the waste ink tank box. • If the rubber seal was removed along with the Refill the hot-water circulation tank in the head with wiper waste ink tank, be sure to refit the rubber antifreeze mixed liquid.
  • Page 102 • Use the recommended antifreeze liquid by and press the key. Mimaki. If not, the cooling device may be broken. (Supplied antifreeze liquid :1000cc x 2 bottles) • MAINTENANCE MENU will be displayed. • Do not touch the antifreeze liquid directly. If the...
  • Page 103 Chapter 4 Maintenance Refill antifreeze mixed liquid. Connect the tube to the feed-water inlet. Press the key. • Inject the antifreeze mixed liquid, which is prepared in Step5, from the feed-water inlet. • Injection water slowly until the buzzer sounds. •...
  • Page 104 Chapter 4 Maintenance 4-28...

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting This chapter describes the corrective measures to be taken for a phenomenon suspected to be trou- ble and the procedures to clear the error number displayed on the LCD. Troubleshooting ........... 5-2 Warning / Error Messages ......5-4 Power does not turn on ......

  • Page 106: Power Does Not Turn On

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Take appropriate actions as described below before taking the trouble as a failure. If still the problem is not solved after troubleshooting, contact your local distributor, our sales office, or service center. Power does not turn on In most cases, this is due to improper connection of the power cable for the machine or computer.

  • Page 107: Nozzle Is Clogged

    If nozzles are clogged, the machine must be repaired by MIMAKI's service engineer. When the ink leakage occurs In case of ink leakage, please turn off the main power, unplug the power cable and contact your local distributor,...

  • Page 108: Warning / Error Messages

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Warning / Error Messages If some trouble occurs, the buzzer sounds and the display shows a corresponding error message. Take an appropriate remedy for the displayed error. Warning messages Errors when performing operations Message Cause Solution • Return to LOCAL and make sure that the The motor is "OFF".
  • Page 109 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Message displayed in LOCAL Message Cause Solution Multiple ink errors (unusable ink) occur and Can't print/BTL ink can not be supplied (printed, cleaned, • Replace with a new ink bottle and IC chip. etc.). • Check the waste ink amount in the waste ink tank.
  • Page 110 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Message Cause Solution Due to an NCU-related error during nozzle NCU ERROR check, printing was stopped and the nozzle Nozzle check OFF check function was turned "OFF". • Contact your local distributor, our sales !Can’t PRINT/HEAD ERROR Print head is defective.

  • Page 111: Error Messages

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Error messages When an error message is displayed, eliminate the error according to the chart below. When displaying again, contact your local distributor, our sales office, or service center. Message Cause Solution ERROR 108 Abnormal connection of the print head. HD CONNECT [12345678] ERROR 108...
  • Page 112 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Message Cause Solution ERROR 1de SLIDER PCB V1R2 • Turn off the power on the machine and ERROR 1e0 An error occurred in the power supply of the turn it on after a while. SLIDER PCB V3R3 slider T PCB.
  • Page 113 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Message Cause Solution ERROR 533 • Turn off the power on the machine and X Origin was not detected correctly. X ORIGIN turn it on after a while. • When displaying again,　contact your ERROR 541 local distributor, our sales office, or Pump sensor detection error PUMP MOTOR SENSOR service center.
  • Page 114 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Message Cause Solution ERROR 658 The NCU sensor sensitivity is falling. NCU SENSOR LV LOW • Replacement of the NCU is recom- ERROR 65b mended. NCU Sens Adj Err H • Contact your local distributor, our sales Cannot adjust the sensor sensitivity.
  • Page 115 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting SYSTEM HALT Message Solution Turn off the power on the machine and turn it on after a while. SYSTEM HALT (*) Check the number and contact your local distributor to call for service. 000 :MESSAGE (“000” is the error No.) 5-11...
  • Page 116 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 5-12...

  • Page 117: Appendix

    Chapter 6 Appendix This chapter contains the lists of the specifications and functions of this machine. Specifications..........6-2 Sheet for inquiry ...........6-6 Machine specifications ....... 6-2 LICENSE Library..........6-7 Ink specifications........6-4 Setting orders of ink bottles ......6-5...

  • Page 118: Specifications

    Chapter6 Appendix Specifications Machine specifications Item UJF-3042MkII/3042MkII e UJF-3042MkII EX/3042MkII EX e UJF-6042MkII/UJF-6042MkII e Method Drop-on-demand piezoelectric print heads Print head Specification 3 head, 6 nozzles 4 head, 8 nozzles x-dpi: 600, 900, 1200 Resolution y-dpi: 600, 1200 600 x 600 8, 10 pass Drawing 600 x 900...

  • Page 119: Ink Specifications

    Chapter6 Appendix Ink specifications Specifications Item Supply Ink bottle Ink type LH100,LUS120,LUS150, LUS200, LUS210(CL only), PR200 Black ink Cyan ink Magenta ink Yellow ink Color White ink Clear ink Primer ink (PR-200) Light Cyan ink (UJF-3042 MkII EX/UJF-6042MkII Only) Light Magenta ink (UJF-3042 MkII EX/UJF-6042MkII Only) Ink capacity 1 L / 250 ml The period is printed on the ink bottle.

  • Page 120: Setting Orders Of Ink Bottles

    Chapter6 Appendix Setting orders of ink bottles • The order of the ink bottles that are set differs depending on the ink set that is used. UJF-3042MkII/6042MkII UJF-3042MkII e/6042MkII e • UJF-3042MkII EX/UJF-6042MkII Ink arrangement Ink set 6 -color + White + White 6 -color + White + Primer 6 -color + Whiter + Clear 6 -color + Clear + Primer...

  • Page 121: Sheet For Inquiry

    Chapter6 Appendix Sheet for inquiry Use this sheet for troubles and abnormal functions of the machine. Fill in the following necessary items, and then fax the sheet to our sales office. Company name Person in charge Telephone number machine model Operating OS Machine information Error message...
  • Page 122 Chapter6 Appendix...

  • Page 123: License Library

    Chapter6 Appendix LICENSE Library Mimaki printer Firmware Copyright @2020 MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO.,LTD. All rights reserved. This product contain open source software listed in the tables below. Component License StarterWare for ARM® based TI Sitara Processors BSD-TI The following license terms and conditions shall apply to the open source software listed in the table above: BSD-TI Copyright (C) 2010 Texas Instruments Incorporated - http://www.ti.com/...
  • Page 124 Chapter6 Appendix...
  • Page 125 UJF-3042MkIISeries/UJF-6042MkIISeries Operation Manual May, 2022 MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO.,LTD. 2182-3 Shigeno-otsu, Tomi-shi, Nagano 389-0512 JAPAN D203043-42-1005022...
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