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TS-1800 User Guide, Second
Generation
Revision 1.3 Rev 2
June, 2021
Twine Solutions Ltd
www.twine-s.com
© 2019 Twine Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.
This document and the information contained herein is CONFIDENTIAL to TWINE Solutions Ltd, and shall not be used, published,
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  • Page 1 © 2019 Twine Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved. This document and the information contained herein is CONFIDENTIAL to TWINE Solutions Ltd, and shall not be used, published, disclosed, or disseminated outside TWINE in whole or in part without TWINE's consent. This document contains TWINE trade secrets.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TS-1800 Parts Overview ................ 6 Safety Considerations ................7 Operating the TS-1800 ................9 TS-1800 Operating Panel Button Definition and Functionality .... 9 Powering Up and Down ..............10 Loading the TS-1800 with Ink or Lubricant ......... 13 Handling Waste ................... 21 Lubricant Filling ...................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Twine’s TS-1800 is a unique and revolutionary textile coloring solution offering on-demand Digital Thread Dyeing capabilities. You can set the TS-1800 to dye a single color, multiple colors, or gradient colors, as needed for your particular coloring job. The TS-1800 supports multiple types of raw or standard white polyester thread for the sewing, knitting, embroidery and other sectors of the textile industry.

  • Page 4: System Specifications

    System Specifications The following are the System Specifications for the TS-1800: Parameter Specification Definition Digital Thread Dyeing System Dye Technology DST™ Twine Digital Ink™ (TDI) Certification OEKO-TEX® and Intertek Pre & Post Treatment Integrated Yarn Loading System Automatic loading system...

  • Page 5: Supported Color Spaces

    Supported Color Spaces Use Twine’s Digital dye-to-match technology to select from an almost unlimited color gamut. You can dye a solid color or color gradients in single or multiple segments. The TS-1800 enables you to easily program thread length, sequence, and more.

  • Page 6: Ts-1800 Parts Overview

    TS-1800 Parts Overview The following tables describe the different parts of the TS-1800, as shown in the diagrams. Figure 2 TS-1800 parts front view Part Description Dryer Cover Cartridge Cover Thread Feeding Unit Front Service Cover Electrical cabinet Cover Thread Winding Unit...

  • Page 7: Safety Considerations

    If Twine instructions and guidelines are not carefully and accurately followed  1.9.2 Designated Purpose The TS-1800 is deemed to be used for its designated purpose if it is used in accordance with its product documentation and within its performance limits. Confidential...
  • Page 8 To prevent accidents while operating the system, observe all applicable local and national safety rules and regulations. 1.9.4 Safety Notice Definitions The following table describes the safety labels used throughout the TS-1800 documentation. Notice Definition Indicates a hazardous situation which will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 9: Operating The Ts-1800

    2 Operating the TS-1800 Operating the TS-1800 and preparing it for dyeing involves the following main steps: 1. Powering it up and down. (Section 2.2.1 “Powering Up and Down”) 2. Loading ink. (Section 2.3 “Loading the TS-1800 with Ink or Lubricant”).

  • Page 10: Powering Up And Down

    2.1.2 Functionality The functionality of each of the TS-1800 panel buttons is summarized in the tables below. 2.1.2.1 Power Button Function Description Method Button Light Indication Power up Powering up the Short press Blue system Power down Safe powering down...
  • Page 11 Figure 5 Power button The TS-1800 powers up and performs its startup procedures. When it has completed its startup procedure successfully, the green ready to dye icon will appear on the upper right side of the PPC screen. Figure 6...
  • Page 12 2.2.2 Powering Down During normal operation there is no need to power down the system. The TS-1800 enters standby mode when not in use. However, it is necessary to power down the system during routine maintenance in order to replace or clean parts.

  • Page 13: Loading The Ts-1800 With Ink Or Lubricant

     Cleaner (CL)  Load ink in the following situations: Before using the TS-1800 for the first time.  When the PPC displays a low ink level.  The procedure for loading ink cartridges is the same for all of the above-mentioned cartridges.
  • Page 14 You can also check the status of the ink level in the maintenance/diagnostics screen on the PPC. If the TS-1800 is currently in operation, you must make sure that waste emptying is not in process. If the TS-1800 is not currently operating, skip to Step 2.3.2 below.
  • Page 15 Make sure that the cartridge locks into place. You will hear a click as the latch locks. When properly inserted, the LED indicator to the left of the ink cartridge will be on and steady. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 15...
  • Page 16 Ink cartridge loaded 4. Close the cartridge cover. The TS-1800 automatically checks that you have inserted the correct cartridge. Ink loading begins automatically and a progress bar appears on the PPC screen. The ink filling process takes up to 10 minutes; lubricant filling takes up to 1.5 hours.
  • Page 17 6. Remove the stopper from the waste filling opening on the underside of the empty ink cartridge, as shown. Figure 11 Stopper location Figure 12 Removing the stopper Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 17...
  • Page 18 Removing the paper stopper hole cover 8. Insert the stopper into its allocated position at the top of the empty ink cartridge, as shown. Figure 14 Inserting the stopper in the hole Figure 15 Stopper in position Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 18...
  • Page 19 Waste cartridge, insert the cartridge into When an available slot. If no empty slot is available, store the empty ink cartridge in the allocated cabinet. Figure 17 Empty ink cartridge moved to a waste catridge slot Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 19...
  • Page 20 Figure 18 Slide waste cartridge into slot Figure 19 Empty waste cartridge inserted. Blue LED is ON. 10. Close the cartridge cover. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 20...

  • Page 21: Handling Waste

    Never open the cartridge cover while waste emptying is in process! 2. Open the cartridge cover. The following message displays: Cartridge cover open. 3. Check the LED indicators on the left-hand side of the waste cartridges. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 21...
  • Page 22 The LED indicator turns off when a waste cartridge is full. 4. Remove the full waste cartridge. 5. Insert an empty ink cartridge. The LED indicator turns on and the following message is displayed: New waste cartridge present. Figure 21 Empty waste cartridge inserted Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 22...

  • Page 23: Lubricant Filling

    Figure 22 Low Lubricant alert A lubricant bottle is included in the set of ink cartridges. Figure 23 Lubricant bottle To refill the lubricant: Open the PPC (tablet) door. Open the lubricant container cover. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 23...
  • Page 24 Figure 24 Opening the cover Use a complete 1-liter lubricant bottle to fill the lubricant as shown in Figure 25 Figure 25 Filling the lubricant Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 24...

  • Page 25: Thread Loading Steps

    From the tablet menu, select Maintenance then tap Thread Loading Wizard. Figure 26 Thread Loading Wizard Follow the Thread Loading Wizard instructions on the machine PPC. Note Make sure to remove all thread residue from the inner thread path before pressing the loading button. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 25...
  • Page 26 If the process fails to complete successfully, press the Reset Thread Loading button and wait for the process to end. The blue light on the Load button flashes slowly while the TS-1800 performs internal processes to prepare for thread loading.
  • Page 27 To feed the thread through the TGU path, follow the corresponding numbered steps in the image and in the procedure below. The step numbers used in the image and the procedure correspond to the numbers printed on the TS-1800. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide...
  • Page 28 5. Feed the thread through the BTSR wheel by turning it 3 times around the wheel (4). 6. Feed the thread through the BTSR top hook (5). 7. Feed the thread through the top retaining ball (6). 8. Feed the thread through the lower retaining ball (7). Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 28...
  • Page 29 Figure 29 Feed the first guide lock Figure 30 Feed the thread under the hook Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 29...
  • Page 30 10. Open the Arc Cover and the Drying tunnel: Figure 32 Arc Dying Head 11. With the upper door of the dryer open and the Thread feeding wheels lifted up, insert the thread along the dyeing head. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 30...
  • Page 31 Figure 33 Open upper door of dryer Make sure the thread is guided below the cleaning bearing wheel as shown in Figure 34. Figure 34 Guiding the thread below the cleaning wheel Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 31...
  • Page 32 For instructions on how to do this, refer to section 2.7: “Inserting a New Collecting Cone”. 17. Press the Load button on the machine panel. The TS-1800 performs automatic thread loading. When it has completed the process, it is ready to start a new job and the following message displays: Confidential...

  • Page 33: Inserting A New Collecting Cone

    Feeding the thread through the large end of the cone 2. Allow a short piece of thread to protrude through the small end of the cone. 3. Push the winding arm all the way back. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 33...
  • Page 34 The thread winding unit is now ready to continue the Automatic Tread Loading process. 10. Continue the automatic thread loading sequence by selecting the current thread type and pressing Continue on the tablet message. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 34...

  • Page 35: Replacing The Thread

    Cutting the thread at the feeding cone 3. Remove the current feeding cone. 4. Place a full feeding cone into the thread feeding unit. 5. Unwind a portion of the thread from the new feeding cone. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 35...
  • Page 36 6. Tie a simple knot between the existing thread and the new thread by following the next seven (7) steps closely. Figure 39 Place the ends of the two threads next to each other Figure 40 Hold the threads together and wrap them around your hand Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 36...
  • Page 37 Figure 41 Pass the two ends through the inside of the loop Figure 42 Remove your hand Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 37...
  • Page 38 Figure 43 Pull on each side to form a small knot Figure 44 Cut the excess thread after the knot Figure 45 Pull on the two ends to make sure that the knot is strong Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 38...
  • Page 39 9. Cut the thread past the knot, near the winder. Figure 47 Cutting the thread at the winder 10. To release the current collecting cone, refer to section 2.9 “Releasing the Current Collecting Cone” Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 39...

  • Page 40: Releasing The Current Collecting Cone

    Figure 48. Figure 48 Releasing the cone 3. Release the cone support arm, allowing it to spring back to an unloaded position. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 40...
  • Page 41 5. Cut the thread. 6. Remove the current collecting cone. 7. Store or reuse the current collecting cone. To insert an empty or a new collecting cone, refer to section 2.7: “Inserting a New Collecting Cone”. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 41...

  • Page 42: Managing Jobs

    The home screen of the PPC shows a list of previously created jobs. The list includes the job status, job name, customer name, length of thread required for the job, which colors are used, and when it was last updated. Figure 50 Job list Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 42...
  • Page 43 The “TS-1800 status” icon is shown on the top right side of the screen. It indicates the TS- 1800’s current condition, which can be any of the following: Figure 51 TS-1800 statuses 3.1.2 Managing the Job List From the list of jobs in the Home screen, you can search, select, edit, run or add new jobs.
  • Page 44 Figure 53 Options for managing selected jobs Element Description Tap and enter text to search for a job by name or customer. Tap to create a new job. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 44...
  • Page 45 To open the main menu, in the top left corner of the home screen, tap the icon. The main menu contains the following options: Jobs  Events  Settings  Storage  Update  Maintenance  Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 45...

  • Page 46: Creating A New Job

    Creating a New Job A “job” is a sequence or unit of work set up to be run by the TS-1800. It consists of feeding white thread into the machine and dyeing it the specified color (or colors). You define the colors and other parameters of the job through the PPC.
  • Page 47 If you generally use the same job type and/or color space/catalog for each job, you can set the default preferences so you do not have to select it each time. See Job Settings for more information. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 47...
  • Page 48 You can expand or reduce these sections to see more or less information by tapping the buttons next to each section. Figure 57 Defining a new job 5. In the Job Details section enter: Job Name (required)  Customer Name (optional)  Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 48...
  • Page 49 You define the colors in the Color and Length section of the Job Screen. You can add solid color segments or gradient segments where the thread gradually transitions from one color to another. Figure 59 Defining color and length of thread Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 49...
  • Page 50 5. Repeat this process as many times as necessary to add as many colors as you need for the segment. The last color is at the end of the segment and therefore its position will automatically be set to the total segment length. Figure 60 Adding solid colors and gradients Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 50...
  • Page 51 100m solid RGB  150m gradient Volume  400m solid LAB Volume Catal Catal Catal Catal Leng Expect Expect Color Item Item Space color color Volu Save the file (Sheet 1) as a CSV. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 51...
  • Page 52 Figure 61 Save as CSV Copy the CSV to a removable drive (DOK) and insert the drive on the TS-1800 tablet. Browse for and select the CSV using the file storge module. Figure 62 Select CSV Enter the Job Name and Thread Type at the prompts.
  • Page 53 Tap OK to select the suggested alternative color.  Tap More options to select a color from the color palette.  Close the window and select a new color using the color code/catalog.  Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 53...
  • Page 54 Hold and drag to rearrange the order of the segments 3.2.3 Defining the Dying Parameters Now that you have specified the color(s), there are a few more details that need to be defined before you can begin to dye the thread. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 54...
  • Page 55 All: Dye all color segments on the same cone.  One: Dye each color segment on a separate cone.  Selecting One causes the TS-1800 to pause between each segment for you to load a new cone. Figure 67 Setting the output to All or One 3.2.3.3...

  • Page 56: Managing And Editing An Existing Job

    The icons on the top of the Job Details screen enable you to save, delete, or edit an existing job. Figure 69 Job details Element Description Tap to run the job. Tap to close the job window. Tap to delete the job. Tap to get more options Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 56...
  • Page 57 Job progress window – full screen You can close this window and continue editing other jobs. The job progress will still be shown on top of the PPC. Figure 71 Job progress window in the PPC notification line Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 57...

  • Page 58: Events

    Events that are currently relevant and have not been fixed are displayed. Tap the History tab to see a list of past events that have been resolved. For more details and instructions about an event, tap . Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 58...
  • Page 59 Figure 73 Detailed event window Events also appear in real-time on the notification bar on the top line of the home screen. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 59...

  • Page 60: Settings

    Figure 75 Main Menu – Event notification bar open Settings The Settings page enables you to set certain internet connectivity and job settings preferences. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 60...
  • Page 61 They can be edited manually for any specific job. You can set default values for any of the following: Supported Job Types (Sewing, Embroidery, or Knitting)  Supported Color Space/Catalog  Default Thread Type  Default Segment Length  Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 61...
  • Page 62  Level 1-No lubricant- 0%  Level 2- 50% - low  Level 3-100% - medium (default)  Level 4-150% - high  Level 5-200% -very high Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 62...
  • Page 63 When calling Customer Service, it might sometimes be necessary for the service provider to access and control the PPC. This can only be done with the user’s permission. To enable Twine Customer Service to access the PPC for providing support, slide the Enable Remote Assistance slider to the On position.

  • Page 64: Storage

    Figure 81 Lock screen password setting Storage Storage enables you to save the jobs onto an external Flash drive. Figure 82 Saving a job on an external drive Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 64...

  • Page 65: Update

    4 Update It is important that the PPC remains updated with the latest software versions. A notification appears when updates are available. Follow the on-screen prompts to install the updates. Figure 83 Software update screen Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 65...

  • Page 66: Maintenance

    5 Maintenance Maintaining your TS-1800 is important for best performance and long life of the machine. The maintenance procedures are done by the operator through the Maintenance menu. To access the maintenance menu, tap on the tab at the right side of the screen and then on Maintenance.
  • Page 67 Replacing a carbon air filter  Replacing the thread  Handling the waste cartridge  Loading new thread Dyeing counters showing:   Total Dye Time  Total Dye Meters Figure 85 Maintenance menu Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 67...

  • Page 68: Cleaning The Dyeing Head V Groove

    The gray cover Figure 86 Opening covers to clean V groove Manually Open the Arc Dying head cover. Arc Dying head Cover Figure 87 Open dyeing head Put on safety gear including goggles and gloves. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 68...
  • Page 69 At the popup window, click Start. Figure 89 Start dispensing cleaning liquid The machine will dispense a predetermined amount of cleaning liquid. Clean the dyeing head with the stick as shown in Figure 90 Cleaning the dyeing head Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 69...

  • Page 70: Cleaning The Dryer Inner Mesh Filters

    Pulling out the ring filter Pull out the ring filter from the inner right side of the dryer. Figure 91 Pulling out the ring filter Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 70...
  • Page 71 Pulling out the rear filter Figure 92 The rear filter Figure 93 Rear filter overview Lift the filter and slide it out following the arrows below: Figure 94 Lifting the filters (1) Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 71...
  • Page 72 Figure 95 Lifting the filters (2) The filter can be pulled out of the dryer when its lower corners meet the releasing slots of the filter rails. Figure 96 Filter corners and releasing slot Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 72...

  • Page 73: Cleaning The Dyeing Head

    The Maintenance menu provides links to operator guides which offer step by step instructions on performing basic operator procedures. To access the guides, tap on the procedure you want to perform. Figure 98 Operator guides and machine counters in maintenance menu Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 73...

  • Page 74: Cleaning The Lubrication Tunnel

    As part of the machine’s routine maintenance, the filter needs to be replaced every six (6) months. A new filter will be supplied by your local service provider. Replace the filter as follows: Remove the used carbon filter: Open the lower front cover by hand Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 74...
  • Page 75 Figure 100 Opening the lower front cover Open the Waste Handling System front door by hand. Figure 101 Opening the WHS door Lift the Filter handle. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 75...
  • Page 76 Figure 102 Filter handle raised Pull out the filter Figure 103 Pulling out the filter Install the new carbon filter Remove the filter from the box. Make sure the filter handle is up. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 76...

  • Page 77: Preventive Maintenance (Pm) Table

    Push the new filter into place, and lower the handle. Figure 105 Installing the carbon filter Close the Waste Handling System front door. Close the lower front cover. Preventive Maintenance (PM) Table This table defines the periodic PM by the relevant frequency. Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 77...

  • Page 78: View Built In Test (Bit) Results

    A red alarm on the Collecting Cone icon indicates that collecting cone is out of place on the winder. To correct this error, make sure the collecting cone attached to the winder shaft properly. Figure 106 Collecting Cone out of place Confidential TS-1800 User Guide Page 78...
  • Page 79 All parts of the TS-1800 can be cleaned using one of the following materials: ISO PROPYL ALCOHOL TECH  ETHANOL 99.9% TECH  When cleaning the system, the user must wear the safety gloves and goggles that were supplied with the system.

  • Page 80: Appendix A -Safety Issues

    Maximum sound level: 65 dB  Safety Hazards The following table indicates the specific safety hazards that you might encounter during the operation of the TS-1800 system. Notice Description Bypassing, removing, or deactivating protective equipment. It is strictly prohibited to operate the system if any of the protective equipment or safety guards are dismantled or are not operating properly.
  • Page 81 It is strictly prohibited to put your hands near any rotating part while it is operating. If it is necessary to clean, maintain, or repair these parts, turn off the TS-1800 and unplug it first. When working with the TS-1800: •...
  • Page 82 The air filter weighs in excess of 11 kg. Do not attempt to lift the air filter if you have any back-related medical issues. Wear safety shoes while unpacking, transporting and installing the TS-1800. Exercise care when handling the cutter at the winder.

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