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About this Manual

The purpose of this user manual is to provide the operator with sufficient information to
operate the EC-JET Ink Jet Printer. The information of this manual applies to all EC-JET
series printers.
Products described in this user manual are subject to continuous development, and
reviews of this user manual will be made accordingly in subsequent editions or reissues.
User Manual
The1.1 version of 2018
Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD
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  • Page 1: Copyright Notice

    EC-JET Ink Jet Printer. The information of this manual applies to all EC-JET series printers. Products described in this user manual are subject to continuous development, and reviews of this user manual will be made accordingly in subsequent editions or reissues. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3.5. Login ......................17 3.6. Creating a Simple Message ................17 3.7. Start Print ....................... 20 3.8. Stop Print ....................... 21 3.9. Shutdown ....................21 3.10. Switch off the Printer ................... 23 User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 3 5.3.8. Number of Buffer ....................33 5.3.9. Clear Buffer ......................33 5.4. Consumable ....................33 6. System Setup ......................34 6.1. System ......................34 6.2. Password ......................35 6.3. Font ........................ 36 User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 4 9.3. System Failures ....................69 9.3.1. Print Failures ......................69 9.3.2. 2.00 Print Head Temperature ................. 70 9.3.3. 2.01 Deflector Voltage ................... 70 9.3.4. 2.02 Charge ......................70 9.3.5. 2.03 Velocity Of Drop（VOD）................71 User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 5 1.1 Unpacking the System ..................92 1.2 Where to Put the Printer ................. 92 1.3 Accessories ..................... 92 1.4 Power Connection ..................93 1.5 Attaching the Printhead to the Production Line ..........93 User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 6 European EMC Standards ..................... 104 U.S. EMC Standards ..................... 105 Appendix 3: Printable Line Speeds ................106 Ideal Pitch ......................106 Double Pitch ......................106 Triple Pitch ......................106 Appendix 4: Dimension ..................... 107 User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 7: Safety

    UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ARE YOU TO ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE SCREEN DOOR OR THE BACK ACCESS DOOR AND REMOVE OR ADJUST ANY COMPONENTS FITTED WITHIN THE PRINTER. ONLY FULLY TRAINED OPERATORS OR APPROVED SERVICE User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 8: Operation

    Store all inks and solvents in original containers, in a well-ventilated cabinet and away from heat sources. Ensure all spilt ink or ink deposits are removed immediately using the correct solvent for User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 9: First Aid

    The noise emission level from this printer does not exceed 70dBA. This means that there is no hazard to hearing and, therefore, no legal requirement for ear protection to be worn when working in the vicinity of this printer. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    The message is programmed using the touch screen. 2.2. System Description The EC-JET printers are designed to provide versatile, uninterrupted operation in factory environments. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 11: Operating Simplicity

    To achieve this, the drops pass through a charge electrode (within the print head), which applies a different charge to each drop. This causes the flight path of the drops to differ as they User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 12: Ideal Pitch

    EC2000 printer is equipped with a cleaning pump. A special cleaning nozzle,a micro valve and a washing line are arranged in the printhead. It executes an automatic cleaning procedure during User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 13: Velocity Of Drop

    By varying the charge on the individual drops, whatever pattern is required (including alphanumeric characters) may be printed. A series of drops deflected across the substrate is known as a raster. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
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  • Page 15: Controls And Indicators

    WARNING: It may damage the printer if the option switch of inputting voltage is set to the wrong position. Confirm the power voltage of the place you use before setting the option switch of inputting voltage. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 16: Switch On The Printer

    The following screen is displayed when power is switched on by rotating the power to the right: After the buzzer ringing for one time, the printer enters to automatic checks. When these checks are completed, the following display will be seen: User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 17: Login

    Setup->automatic login when switch on the printer, then choose “Yes”. Otherwise, you need to input the password to log in when switch on the printer. 3.6. Creating a Simple Message Press key in Home. Then press key. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 18 Enter the interface to edit message after pressing OK: Click Property->Current Font. Choose the required font then press OK. Press key，input the text. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 19 Press key. Press key to finish editing. System will save the current file automatically. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 20: Start Print

    After everything is ready(that is the printhead is on the fixed position and the printing distance is right), run the conveyor. It can be printed by pushing the button of start after this. If every setup is normal, it will have a good printing. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 21: Stop Print

    3.8. Stop Print Press key. It still runs jetting when stop printing. 3.9. Shutdown key. There is a pop-up box to set “Automatic Power off”, “Delay”. Press OK. Press User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 22 The whole process of shutdown is about 4 minutes. The status line will show “Waiting for shutdown...”during executing to stop. When the printer finishes shutdown, the status line will show: Jet Off. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 23: Switch Off The Printer

    If any problems, it needs to clean the system thoroughly for once. 3.11. Check the Condition of Printer The current condition can be seen in Home, including the jetting status, ink/solvent level and current warning message of the printer. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 24: Status Line From The Top

    The ink and solvent levels should show OK. If not, they must be refilled with the correct ink or solvent. 3.11.4. Current warning message Current warning messages of the printer are listed in the warning message list. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 25 The warning message will be deleted automatically when the warning status eliminates. Notes:Some warning messages need to delete manually. Press this message and then press pop-up delete key. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 26: Printing Setup

    This mode is under the situation of unknown speed of production line and unknown parameter of shaft encoder, to reach the requirement of data position and width according to the actual printing situation to adjust the parameter. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 27: Constant Speed(M/Min)

    Change the vertical direction of current printing data and the data direction is based on the Aux In level. Horizontal and Vertical Reverse Change the horizontal and vertical direction of current printing data and the data direction is based on the Aux In level. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 28: Print Delay

    Trigger once is the continuous printing time of current data. This parameter only applies to “printing trigger” being “photocell edge”. 4.14. Data Bold Bold the whole data, including the space within the data. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 29: Installation Setup

    Press the right side button of printhead code when it needs to revise printhead code. A printhead code editing box will be pop-up. Then input the printhead code according to the rules of printhead code in above picture. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 30: Printhead Height

    1. Pulse output: Contact pulse closes twice during alarm occurring. 2. Continuous output: Contact close continuously during alarm occurring. 3. Continuous pulse output: Contact pulse close during alarm occurring. 4. No output: No action on contact. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 31: Remote Communication

    IP address of printer and the IP address of communication host to a same LAN, and need to use the specified listening port to access. 5.3.2. Baud Rate Baud Rate is used to set the communication rate during using RS-232 communication. 5.3.3. Communication Address User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 32: Verify Mode

    How the trigger printing manages when the buffer is empty. Three modes can be chosen as below: 1. Unprint Ignore the printing signal. 2. Unprint and alarm Ignore the printing signal and alarm. 3. Accidental shutdown Stop printing and report the failure. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 33: Number Of Buffer

    Adding time of solvent Show the automatic adding time of solvent from starting the printer. This count value will be cleared after restart. Type of ink Set the type of using ink. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 34: System Setup

    Press the language name to choose the language and back to the zone setting. NOTE: The printer will use the selected language of date and time format. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 35: Password

    6.2. Password Select key. There is four accounts of current system listed, Admin, User1, User2, User3. After pressing the corresponding user of key, a user password revising dialog box will be pop-up. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 36: Font

    6.3. Font Press key to enter font setting. This interface will list all the font be used on the printer. Press the button of corresponding font name. Some fonts can be forbidden. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 37: Back Up

    Press key to import the new font file from USB disk. 6.4. Back up Press key to enter the interface of backup and restore. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 38 Restore the production line setting and file having backup to USB flash disk before to the printer. Insert the USB flash disk to the USB flash disk port from the back side of printer. Press “restore” User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 39: Reset To Factory Defaults

    6.6Reset To Factory Defaults Reset to factory defaults will delete all the files saving in the printer and reset to the factory setting. Press “Reset to factory defaults” key: User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 40: Upgrade

    Upgrade to new version by pressing this key when new printer software is released. needed to upgrade. Then press key. A dialog box needed to input password of the file will be pop-up: User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 41: Information

    System information interface mainly shows the system version information and status. Software Version of software. Logic Version of logic. Charging data Version of charging data. Valve action Version of valve action. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 42 Offer the main board ID when generate the new upgrade file. Insert the USB flash disk to the USB flash disk port from the back side of printer. Press this menu twice to save the ID to the ID.TXT file in the root directory of USB flash disk. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 43: Diagnostic

    This is in addition to menu variations due to the password level. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 44: Cleaning Pump Purge

    Add ink and solvent as required after finishing installing the printer. Enter the interface of diagnosis to start the “cleaning pump purge” procedure. The printer will automatically empty the air in the pump and fill with solvent. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 45: Start Jet

    7.2. Start Jet Attempts to start the jet but does not start printing. The following message will be displayed while starting the jet: Starting Jet, please wait... User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 46: Stop Jet

    THE PUMP MAY BE DAMAGED IF IT IS RUN WITHOUT INK. 7.5. Start Print Start Print means make the printer ready to print,then Start printing status . Note that this option User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 47: Stop Print

    This command is invalid if the photocell set to OFF. It will not print if using the shaft encoder and the production line doesn’t start. Only print when the production line starts. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 48: Clear Nozzle

    The printer will start to cleaning procedure after confirmation. Clean the nozzle cavity and orifice repeatedly. At the same time,the cleaning nozzle within the printhead will clean the surface of nozzle. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 49: Clean Printer

    Pour out the solvent and store it safely. 2 Enter the interface of diagnosis. Press the button of clean printer. Select to empty the main filter in the pop-up interface. Then operate it according to the screen. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 50 3 Take out the ink tank and install an ink SMART bottle. Press in the screen after confirmation and then press “Next Step”. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 51 4 Unscrew nut inside the cabinet and connect the lower liquid discharge pipe to ink collecting tank. Pay attention to the collecting tank needs to more than 2L. Press the hint box in the screen after confirmation and then press “Next Step”. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 52 The first 15 seconds will clean the feed pipe ( red color) and flush pipe ( blue color) of the printhead and the nozzle when it executes the emptying ink procedure each time. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 53 6 Replace the ink tank with the ink SMART bottle filling the leaner and tighten the cap assembly. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 54 Then press “cycle cleaning”. Clean the cleaning pump and cleaning pipe(the green one) connecting the printhead when it executes to cycle cleaning. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 55: Valve Test

    9 Clean and dry the ink tank which changing in step 1. Install in the cabinet and close the door. 7.10. Valve Test Valve test is used to detect the working status of each valve and some ink system failures in the printer. Only execute by EC-JET approved engineer. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 56 NOTE: The solvent will be sprayed from the cleaning nozzle of printhead when execute the printhead cleaning valve. Please wear the protective equipment. Pay attention to fire safety. System needs to be confirmed when execute this command. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 57: Monitor Jet

    The reference modulation determined by the last print head calibration or set by the user (same as Ref Modulation in the SETUP menu). Read Press The current read pressure being measured by the pressure transducer. This will normally be the 2-3 of the Press (Set Pressure). User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 58: Set Pressure

    2. Purge the filter without resetting the filter time, e.g. if changing ink only. 3. Clean out print head by use of the venture vacuum. 4. Use Quick Start Jet to try and obtain VOD measurements and ascertain if ink is thick or thin. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 59: Daily Maintenance

    LCD screen as this can lead to deterioration of the membrane surface. Better to use a soft cloth with solvent to wipe lightly. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 60: Clear Nozzle, See Chapter 7.8

    IMPORTANT TO DISPOSE OF THE WASTE CLEANING FLUID IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS. CAUTION: DO NOT BE TEMPTED TO IMMERSE THE PRINTHEAD IN SOLVENT OR AN ULTRASONIC BATH. THIS MAY DAMAGE THE PRINTHEAD AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 61: Replenishing Ink And Solvent

    Put the ink or solvent bottle near the RFID reader and the label near the consumable CSN reader during the first time using. After the machine reading the CSN, a dialog box will showing CSN is correct on the screen. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 62 Hold the ink or solvent bottle, keep label alignment of RFID, putting into the groove about 2 seconds. When the light of the RFID turn green with one-long alarming, it means read successfully. When shown the following interface, printer read the correct CSN. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 63: Refilling The Ink Or Solvent

    NOTE：If it don’t verify the CSN according to the hint, printer will show every 15 minutes. 8.2.3. Refilling the Ink or Solvent: 8.2.3.1. Withdraw the ink system gently until stops, if necessary, another hand hold the ink User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 64: Cleaning/Replacing The Air Filter

    8.3.1.3. Take out the inlet air filter, clean the filter by taping or blowing with compressed air. Re-install the filter into outlet air cover after cleaning.(图片是 EC1000 的？） 8.3.1.4. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 65: Cleaning/Replacing The Air Outlet Filter

    8.3.2.4. Take out ink system tank assembly. 8.3.2.5. Unscrew the thumb screw in the outlet of the fans. 8.3.2.6. Replace the dust proof cotton and return to each part according to the reverse steps. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 66: Quick Maintenance Mode

    Screw the ink tank and solvent tank cap, then store in case avoiding high temperature and fire. 8.4.1.6. Clean the SMART ink and solvent bottle and put in the ink-system bracket, setup the bracket, screw the thumb and close the ink-system door. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 67 EC-JET agents or resellers will send the machine back to customer. Follow above opposite steps to change the SMART bottles into ink and solvent tank, then you can use the printer normally. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 68: Warning And Fault Messages

    3.02 Over Speed(Print Go) 3.03 Ink Low 3.04 Solvent Low 3.05 Print Go Remote Data 3.06 Service Time 3.07 Print Head Cover Off 3.08 Print Head Not Fitted 3.09 New Print Head Fitted User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 69: System Failures

    When the shutdown sequence is complete the Print Failure screen is displayed: The user should normally select to reset the printer. Following a print failure shutdown, the software sets: User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 70: Print Head Temperature

    Print head code or modulation values set incorrectly. ● Check the Print head and Modulation (MOD) values printed on the print head serial number label found on the conduit, with the stored values. (see “Changing the System Setup”). User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 71: Velocity Of Drop（Vod

    ● A leak has developed within the ink system. ● Leak sensor is shorted or has failures. ● A lure fitting has become loose on the main filter or damper. ● User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 72: System Warnings

    Check the Printhead and Modulation values printed on the print head serial number label found on the conduit, with the stored values. (see “hanging the System Setup”) Ink viscosity is excessively out of range. ● User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 73: Jet Shut Down Incomplete

    If the solvent level sensor indicates that the solvent reservoir is low, then this warning is given. It is cleared automatically when a sufficient amount of solvent is added to the reservoir. Do NOT put in more than one bottle (500ml) each time. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 74: Print Go/ Remote Data

    If the currently fitted type is not the same as the type stored in memory then this error is reported and the type in memory is updated. This warning should only ever occur when a new print head is fitted. If it occurs at other times User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 75: Charge Calibration Range

    This warning is only likely to occur for fast rasters (e.g. rasters smaller than 16 drops for Micro print head), where pixel generation by the software is slower than the rate at which the hardware can print rasters. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
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  • Page 77: Troubleshooting

    10.1.1.5. Finally, check that the printer operates correctly and that any error messages have been cleared, and that there is not a second fault causing supplementary symptoms. If, after rectifying one fault the symptoms have not been eliminated, continue with the fault User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 78: Identifying Faults

    In cases where the cause of the print fault is not immediately obvious from the print sample, secondary symptoms should always be sought that will help to distinguish between the possible User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 79 NOTE: Throughout this manual, reference to the “top” of the print means the part of the pattern closest to the negative deflector plate of the print head (i.e. the least deflected drop). Identifying Faults by Print Sample: User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 80: Identifying Faults By Symptom

    The list is organized to group the symptoms into the five different stages of printer operation: 10.4.1.1. Before switching on. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 81 Symptom and Possible Causes Fault Code WHEN THE JET IS STARTED No jet at start-up. Jet Alignment Problems (nozzle blockage)……………………………………………… FC32 Messy printing data after start-up. Jet Alignment Problems (nozzle out of alignment)……………………………………… FC32 User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 82: Problem Solving

    Cover block. When the problem occurs, the droplets with smallest deflection fall on the gutter and therefore can not be printed out. If the jet is misaligned on the gutter, the least deflected drops may catch the edge of the gutter. The User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 83: Fc06 Printhead Cover Block

    This problem is caused by the most deflected drops catching the edge of the exit slot in the printhead cover, and thus failing to be printed. The following diagram illustrates the condition: User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 84: Print Samples

    There are several ways in which a pressure loss can manifest itself: a Low Pressure warning on start-up (error 3.12); ● ● a No VOD Adjustments warning (error 3.00); a significant discrepancy between Set Pressure and Read Pressure when the ● User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 85 The vacuum venture has either become blocked, or the stainless steel insert has been ● lost through incorrect assembly. ● A leak has developed at an assembly joint or crack. The manifold has simply become worn-out after years of ink flow. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 86: Problem Solving - Printhead Mechanical Faults

    The product can tilt from one side to the other, either along the axis of the conveyor travel or at 90 degrees to it(i.e. across the conveyor width). When the product tilts along the axis of the conveyor User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 87 Similarly, when the product tilts at 90 degrees to the axis of the conveyor travel, the height of some characters will be contracted and some expanded, as the product tilts first one way then the other. This is shown in the following illustrations: User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 88 If print quality improves as a result, then the print head is suffering from the effects of vibration. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 89: Blockage Caused By Knocking And Strong Vibration

    If this is allowed to continue, printing will never occur. The following illustrates this problem : User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 90: Fc40 Part Of Message Missing - Over Speed (Print Go) Error

    If the message to be printed is too long for the product or the conveyor is travelling faster than the system can print, the following warning message will be displayed in the status line of the display: “3.02 Over Speed (Print Go)” The following illustrates the problem: User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
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  • Page 92: Appendix 1: Installation & Setting Up

    Printhead Gantry. ● Positive Air Kit - to prevent condensation and dust interfering with print quality. ● For a full list of all available accessories, please contact EC-JET or your EC-JET distributor. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 93: Power Connection

    This may result in deterioration of print quality. 1.6 Setting up the Photocell The photocell is used to detect the presence of a product to be printed on. There are variations in User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 94: Photocell Connections

    Shaft encoders are recommended for production lines where variable speed is likely. A shaft encoder generates a pulse for a fixed distance of product movement. This can be used to produce User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 95: Shaft Encoder Connections

    When using a shaft encoder it is vitally important that the calculations are followed and the print width is computed based on the geometry of the set up. If guessed at, messages will not be printed User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 96 Character width = number of rasters in each character; see the following table. (Alternatively, obtain the number of rasters in the message by creating the message on the printer and noting the x-position of the cursor just after the end of the message.) User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 97 The table below gives the encoder pitches for standard EC-JET encoders and wheels. The encoder pitch for other gearing or drives can be calculated using: Encoder Pitch（mm）= Wheel Circumference（mm） Encoder Pulses Per Revolution Where: User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 98 Max. Line Speed (m/s) = Actual Raster Pitch(mm) x Raster Rate (kHz) Where: Actual Raster Pitch = as calculated in Step 2 Raster Rate = Maximum Rate of Raster Production (see the following table) User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...
  • Page 99 This will fit in the target area of 38mm。 The message is printed using the Midi 7 GEN STD raster with a raster rate of 5.33 kHz. Max. Line Speed (m/s) =0.375 mm × 5.33 kHz User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 100: Encoder And Print Width Problems

    1. If the message length measured on the print samples is larger than that calculated in Step 3, then it is possible that the line speed is too high. This can easily be checked: User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 101: Using The Printer Alarm Output

    Filling with Ink and Solvent Switch the printer on and check if the ink or solvent level warning messages are displayed. Fill the system with ink and solvent as necessary (see “Daily Maintenance”). User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 102: Appendix 2: Technical Specification

    WARNING: THIS PRINTER MUST BE EARTHED/GROUNDED. (Acquired EN60950 Certificate) Environmental Operating temperature: -5 to +45 Celsius ambient Humidity range: Up to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing Acoustic emission: Less than 70DB Ink System Construction User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 103: Capacity

    Stainless steel grade 304 Minimum Conduit bend radius: 230mm Dimensions Conduit length: 2m or 4m Conduit diameter: 20mm Print head dimensions： Diameter 42mm, length 243mm Throw Distance (recommended) Micro： 3.5mm Midi： 10mm User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 104: Printing Performance Data

    EN60529: 1992 Cabinet Protection Technical Configuration (IP level) EN60590: 1992 Information Technical and Equipment Technical Configuration European EMC Standards EN50081-1: 1992 EMC Emissions EN50082-1: 1992 EMC Immunity EN50082-1: 1995 EMC Immunity User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 105: Emc Standards

    U.S. EMC Standards FCC 47CFR Part 15,Class A User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 106: Appendix 3: Printable Line Speeds

    Twice the ideal pitch. Print height may need to be increased to maintain character proportion. Triple Pitch Three times the ideal pitch. Print height may need to be increased to maintain character proportion. User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

  • Page 107: Appendix 4: Dimension

    Appendix 4: Dimension User Manual The1.1 version of 2018 Guangzhou EC-PACK CO.LTD...

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