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EFI Pro 16h Installation Manual

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  • Page 2 The information contained in this document is confidential and proprietary to Electronics for Imaging, Inc (EFI). This information is provided only to authorized representatives of EFI and EFI customers solely for the purpose of facilitating the use of EFI’s products. No information contained herein may be disclosed to any unauthorized person for any purpose whatsoever without the prior written consent of EFI.
  • Page 3 Mexico and South America: +1 412-690-4321 DE +49 2102 745-4500 NL +31 20 658-8080/8069 UK +44 12462-98085 Email: EuroSupport@efi.com Online Request Support Online Request Support Online Request Support https://inkjet.support.efi.com https://inkjet.support.efi.com https://inkjet.support.efi.com This document is published on-line at http://inkjet.support.efi.com. Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev. E...
  • Page 4 05/12/2017 Released DR 3696 06/21/2017 Added step to section 4.15 to “Have the customer go to https://inkjet.support.efi.com DR 4345 request an account for his printer.” 07/18/2017 • Added note to end of section 3.8 to “Check all electrical connectors, Luer fittings and TB screws DR 4338 in the electrical cabinet.”...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1.5 Note, Warning, Caution, Danger ..............................8 1.6 Storing Ink ......................................8 2.0 UV Safety Acknowledgment Form ........................10 3.0 Pro 16h Printer Installation Procedures ......................12 3.1 Unpacking Personnel ..................................12 3.2 Unpacking Tools ..................................... 12 3.3 Moving the Printer ..................................12 3.4 Unpacking Printer ...................................
  • Page 6 3.19.2 Rigid Media Fence Alignment Adjustments.......................54 3.20 Setting Print Margins ...................................56 3.20.1 Print Head “ZERO” Position ............................56 3.20.2 GUI Settings..................................58 4.0 Pro 16h Printer Installation Checklist ......................59 4.1 Installation Requirements ................................59 4.2 Site Preparation ....................................59 4.3 Delivery ......................................59 4.4 Unpacking Printer ...................................60 4.5 Position.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    1.0 Introduction This Field Service Installation Guide describes the EFI Pro 16h Wide Format Printer installation procedure. It contains site preparation requirements, unpacking procedures, and setup requirements. 1.1 About This Guide This guide assists trained Field Service Engineers (FSEs) in installing the Pro 16h Wide Format Printer.

  • Page 8: Guide Conventions

    1.4 Guide Conventions This guide uses these conventions: Convention Meaning Step Numbered style begins a procedure. An arrow and number indicating a printer component or location, with accompanying list of components. For example: Red status button Figure 1-1: Status Button A unique figure number at the bottom of all images, with description.
  • Page 9 UV-curable ink containers must be stored in an environmentally controlled area that is both dark and well ventilated. Extended exposure to light and intense heat causes ink quality degradation. Caution! Never store UV-curable ink in close proximity to oxidizing agents. Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev.

  • Page 10: Uv Safety Acknowledgment Form

    2.0 UV Safety Acknowledgment Form I, _____________________________________, hereby acknowledge that the UltraViolet (UV) light and UV-curable ink used in EFI UV printers may negatively effects human health. The following safety and health concerns have been individually and explicitly explained to...
  • Page 11 UV light and UV-curable ink. By signing below, I hereby acknowledge the above pre- scribed safety measures. I will hold EFI Inkjet Solutions harmless and accept all responsibility for medical or health conditions incurred resulting from my failure to adhere to the prescribed safety measures.

  • Page 12: Pro 16H Printer Installation Procedures

    3.0 Pro 16h Printer Installation Procedures This chapter contains the Pro 16h Wide Format Printer Installation procedures. If replacement parts are required during installation, please specify that the part order is for an installation. If the replacement part number is not known, please inform Product Support that the part being ordered is for an installation.

  • Page 13: Unpacking Printer

    3.4 Unpacking Printer Follow these instructions to unpack printer. Remove the printer pallet/crate from the truck. The crate/pallet can be dragged approximately 6” off the floor with a fork lift truck by inserting forks under pallet end and dragging the crate/pallet off the truck. Important! Use safety chains secured to the drag eyelet to ensure the printer does not slip off forks when dragging.
  • Page 14 Inspect plastic wrapping on printer for any external damage. If any external damage exists, notify the Facilities Manager and ship- ping company, and take photos of any damage before removing plastic wrapping. Remove the plastic covering from the printer. Peripherals Peripherals Figure 3-2: Packaged Printer Peripherals (H1625 Carriage Shown) inspect unwrapped printer for damage.

  • Page 15: Positioning Printer

    3.5 Positioning Printer Follow these instructions to position printer correctly. Important! Reference the Printer Specifications, ITS-00143, Pro 16h Printer Specifications for printer space requirements and placement information. 3.5.1 Lifting the Printer from Pallet Lift the printer from the pallet as described in this paragraph.

  • Page 16: Install Printer Feet

    3.5.2 Install Printer Feet Install the printer feet as follows: The Printer Feet are threaded and include an adjustment nut and a lock nut. as shown. While the printer is on the fork lift or pallet jack, install the feet by screwing the threaded shaft into the installation location next to the printer wheels.
  • Page 17 Thread the shafts into the installation location only far enough to ensure that the wheels will not touch the floor when the printer is lowered. Check the installation before lowering the printer by mea- suring the distance from the bottom of the printer to the bottom of the rubber pads on the bottom of the feet to ensure it is more than the wheel hight.

  • Page 18: Leveling The Printer

    3.6 Leveling the Printer Using Machinist’s Levels or equivalent, follow these instructions to level the printer. 3.6.1 Level Locations Place three levels at the locations shown prior to making adjustments to the leveling feet. Place two levels on the left and right sides of the media belt to check front-to-back level and to check for printer “twist”. Place another level on the center of the media belt for side-to-side leveling.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Leveling Feet

    3.6.2 Adjusting the Leveling Feet Level the printer front-to-back and side-to-side as described in this paragraph. It is important to make all adjustments with the levels in place. Make adjustments for leveling front-to-back and side-to-side at the same time. Use an adjustable wrench, rotate the foot so that it moves up or down.

  • Page 20: Operator Station Installation

    3.7 Operator Station Installation The Operator Station is comprised of the monitor, keyboard tray, keyboard and mouse. Install and connect Operator Station components as described in the following paragraphs and illustrations. A brief overview of operator station installation is provided below: Route the cables for the monitor and keyboard tray connections.
  • Page 21 Figure 3-12: Interlock Keyhole Note: Interlock key is provided in an envelope in the printer’s computer compartment. Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev. E...

  • Page 22: Monitor Cable Routing

    3.7.1 Monitor Cable Routing Route the monitor cables prior to installing the monitor. Install the Monitor in accordance with the instructions provided in this section. Route the Monitor Cables through the elongated openings in the Monitor Mounting Cover.. Ensure that the cables are secured using the appropriate clamps and/or tie wraps.

  • Page 23: Monitor And Keyboard Tray Installation

    3.7.2 Monitor and Keyboard Tray Installation Install the monitor to the mounting bracket as described below. Holding the monitor near the mounting bracket, connect the monitor cables to the back of the monitor. Once the cables are secured, attach the monitor to the mounting bracket - Hang monitor on Tabs. (Figure 3-17) Endure the Monitor is properly secured.
  • Page 24 Figure 3-16: Hang Keyboard on Screws Figure 3-17: Hang Monitor on Tabs Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev. E...

  • Page 25: Keyboard And Mouse Connections

    3.7.3 Keyboard and Mouse Connections Connect Keyboard and Mouse as follows: Pass Keyboard and Mouse cables through hole to Computer Compartment. Connect Keyboard and Mouse cables to Computer. Figure 3-18: Keyboard and Mouse Connections Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev. E...

  • Page 26: Computer Installation And Connections

    3.8 Computer Installation and Connections Setup and Install the Computer as described in this Section. 3.8.1 Computer Connections Make Computer Connections as follows: Main Power Mouse and Keyboard. USB Connections - Connect to front of Computer. Monitor Connections PLC cable has an adapter already installed on it (must be USB2.0) Printer USB cable (must be a USB 3.0) Figure 3-19: Computer Connections Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev.

  • Page 27: Usb Board Connection

    3.8.2 USB Board Connection Remove the Cover Plate to the electronics compartment and connect the USB cable to the USB board as shown in Figure 3-20 Figure 3-20: USB Board Connection USB Connection 3.8.3 Computer Installation Install Computer as follows: Set the computer onto the computer compartment shelf.

  • Page 28: Installation Of Rolled Media Handling System (Take-Up And Feed Roll Assemblies)

    3.9 Installation of Rolled Media Handling System (Take-Up and Feed Roll Assemblies) The following paragraphs provide instructions for the installation of the Rolled Media Handling System. This system is comprised of the Take-Up and Feed Roll Assemblies. These assemblies are shipped with the printer and must be installed and aligned separately.
  • Page 29 Using the appropriate hardware supplied, assemble the Media Feed Handling System as shown. Figure 3-23: Take-Up Roll Assembly Exploded View 1 Media Chucks Printer Mounting Bracket 3 Flat Side Plate 4 Media Roll Level (to level side plates) 6 Printer Mounting Bracket 7 Motor Side Plate Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev.

  • Page 30: Feed Roll Assembly Installation

    3.9.2 Feed Roll Assembly Installation The Feed Roll Assembly is installed on the rear of the printer (opposite the operator station). A brief overview of this installation is provided below. Detailed Assembly is provided in the Exploded View shown in Figure 3-25 Install and level the Motor Side Plate on the left side of the printer.
  • Page 31 Figure 3-25: Feed Roll Assembly Exploded View (Assembly) Media Roll Level (to Level Side Plates & Dancer) Printer Mounting Bracket Motor Side Plate Media Chucks Printer Mounting Bracket Dancer Half-Moon Stop Flat Side Plate Dancer Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev. E...

  • Page 32: Roll-To-Roll Alignment Procedure

    3.10 Roll-to-Roll Alignment Procedure Install rear roller onto the back of the EFI Pro 16h. Aligning the media take-up and supply rolls requires the following: • Standard tools • 3 new style alignment tools • Bubble level • New rear/third roller w/ screws 4x M3x30 , 4x M4x16 Figure 3-26: Roll-to-Roll Alignment Tools Install the new rear roller while installing screws.

  • Page 33: Alignment Process

    3.10.1 Alignment Process Go to the rear of the printer and insert the alignment tool under the fence on the right side of the belt. Adjust tool to fit. Move tool down the belt to the left side. Alignment is only accomplished by screw slop. Figure 3-29: Alignment Tool in Place Loosen the left end of the new roller and make fit as right hand side.
  • Page 34 Figure 3-30: Level the Mounting Plates Attach the take-up/supply assemblies (4) to the printer; make sure leveling foot is installed on each of them (Pro 16h only). Figure 3-31: Attach Assemblies to Printer (Dancer Shown on Take-up Side Has Been Removed) Level the take-up and supply assemblies using the leveling feet.
  • Page 35 Level the media paper shaft using the up/down adjustment screws on the bracket without the motors. Figure 3-32: Level the Paper Shaft Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev. E...

  • Page 36: Leveling The Take-Up Roll Assembly

    3.10.2 Leveling the Take-Up Roll Assembly Level the Side Plates as follows: Level the Motor Side Plate and the Flat Side Plate during installation. There is enough play in the mounting holes to manipulate the plates so that they are level. Secure after leveling. After the side plates are level, adjust the level by loosening the bracket on the left side plate and moving it up or down.
  • Page 37 Using the REAR/SUPPLY side alignment tool, put the large end on the new roller at the right end. The other end goes to the media shaft. Check fit and then move to the left end and adjust the 4 screws to make a good fit compared to the right side. Figure 3-34: Use Rear/Supply Side Alignment Tool (Dancer Shown on Take-up Side Has Been Removed) Using the FRONT/TAKE_UP side alignment tool, do the same for the front/take-up system.

  • Page 38: Install Anti-Coning

    3.10.3 Install Anti-Coning Load the roll media on the rear/supply roller aligned perfectly in the middle of the media roller and print area. Using a tape mea- sure, verify this as seen in Figure 3-35. Figure 3-35: Verify Supply Roll Alignment Load media over the media belt and down the front/take-up roller assembly as straight as you can.
  • Page 39 Rear of Printer Front of Printer Figure 3-37: Loaded Media Bring media down all the way to the take up roller with the anti-coning clutch plate installed as seen in Figure 3-37 and if using roll media that is thick, install the guide plates. When the media is straight from the rear/supply roller, turn on the vacuum to keep the media’s position Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev.
  • Page 40 While making sure that media is pulled perfectly straight down, tape on the front roller between the new guide plate and clutch plate so it is close but not touching the media. Figure 3-38: Coning Guide with Clutch Plate (Dancer Shown Is No Longer Included) Turn on the take-up motor to continually spin the take-up roller.

  • Page 41: Carriage Preparation

    3.11 Carriage Preparation Prepare the carriage for printer operations as follows: 3.11.1 Removal of Carriage Shipping Brackets Remove the Carriage shipping brackets as follows: 1.Remove the hardware securing the bracket to the carriage and beam on the left and right side of the carriage. Remove the brackets and save for use if printer is to be moved at a later date, Left Bracket Right Bracket...

  • Page 42: Media Belt Alignment And Tensioning

    3.12 Media Belt Alignment and Tensioning After installation, the Media Belt must be aligned and tensioned. Fist check alignment as described. Then check and tension using the special fixture provided. Finally, adjust tension as described in this Section. 3.12.1 Measurement and Alignment Checks Check the Media Belt Measurement and Alignment as follows: 1.At about 2 inches from the left edge of the belt, push a tape measure under the media belt on the left side and wrap it around the belt as shown.

  • Page 43: Tension Fixture

    3.12.2 Tension Fixture Check the Belt Tension using the special tension fixture provided. 1.Zero the Indicator. Set the fixture onto the belt about 2 inches from the right edge of the belt. Ensure the fixture makes FULL, FLAT contact with the belt. It must be flat across the top of the belt and must be pressed against the front edge of the belt.

  • Page 44: Media Belt Tension Adjustments

    3.12.3 Media Belt Tension Adjustments Adjust the tension and alignment of the Media Belt as follows: 1.Go to the rear of the printer and locate the Media Belt Adjustment Screws. There are 2 adjustments, one on either side of the belt. (See 3.12.3) Using a 10mm Allen wrench, adjust the belt by turning the adjustment screw on the side that needs to be adjusted as follows: A.If the circumference measurement is shorter on one side, adjust the dimension by using the appropriate adjustment screw.

  • Page 45: Install Media Vacuum Foot Pedal

    3.13 Install Media Vacuum Foot Pedal Place the Media Vacuum Foot Pedal in the desired location. The Foot Pedal is already attached to the printer and stored in the PC compartment. There is a slot in the bottom of the door that the cable passed through. Figure 3-43: Media Vacuum Foot Pedal Assembly Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev.

  • Page 46: Assembly And Installation Of Rigid Media Tables

    3.14 Assembly and Installation of Rigid Media Tables The media tables are used to load and unload rigid media. The tables, when assembled appear as shown. Assemble the media tables as described in the following paragraphs. Figure 3-44: Media Table Assembly Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev.

  • Page 47: Media Table Base Assembly

    3.14.1 Media Table Base Assembly Ensure all table base parts are in close proximity and assemble the table base in accordance with the illustration. Adjust table wheels such that table is level to floor. Figure 3-45: Media Table Base Assembly 1 Hinge 2 Hinge Screw 3 Left Table Leg...

  • Page 48: Media Table Top Assembly

    3.14.2 Media Table Top Assembly Ensure all table top parts are in close proximity and assemble the table top in accordance with the illustration. It is best to assemble the Table Top in the upside down position and then flip over and attach to the hinges located on the table base.

  • Page 49: Installing Ink

    3.15 Installing Ink Follow these instructions to install and prepare the Ink System. Note: Always wear protective goggles and an apron when working with UV-curable ink, as well as gloves as specified in the product Usage Sheets. Note: It may be necessary to clean the tubes and float connected to the cap. Caution! Wear protective gloves and eye protection when replenishing ink.When replenishing White Ink ensure that the “White Ink Bottle Recirculation”...

  • Page 50: Printer Electrical Power

    3.16 Printer Electrical Power Important! Under no circumstances should anyone other than a licensed electrician make these connections or otherwise attempt to make any electrical connections to the three wires at that end of the cable. 3.16.1 Main Power Cable Wiring Check the main power cable for proper connection to the circuit breaker and main power receptacle.

  • Page 51: Main Breaker Panel

    3.16.2 Main Breaker Panel Turn ON all Main Breakers. Media Vacuum Controls Main Breakers Figure 3-49: Main Breaker Panel 3.16.3 Main Power Isolation Switch Turn the Main Power Isolation Switch ON. Main Power Switch Figure 3-50: Main Power ON Switch Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev.

  • Page 52: Green Printer On Button (At Operator Station)

    3.16.4 Green Printer ON Button (At Operator Station) Turn the Main Power Button on the Keyboard Tray at the Operator Station. Green Power Button Figure 3-51: Green Power ON Button 3.17 Performing Power On Checks Follow these steps to power on the on printer. Turn main facility power breaker to On position.

  • Page 53: Rigid Media Fence Alignment

    3.19 Rigid Media Fence Alignment The rigid media fence may require adjustment during installation procedures. Check for misalignment and adjust the fence in accordance with the following: 3.19.1 Rigid Media Fence Alignment Check Check for proper fence alignment as follows: Load a piece of rigid media onto the printer and align with fence and 90 degree block.

  • Page 54: Rigid Media Fence Alignment Adjustments

    3.19.2 Rigid Media Fence Alignment Adjustments Adjust the Fence as described in the following steps. The Fence must be parallel to the Carriage Beam. Adjust the fence so it is parallel to the beam as described in the following steps. Place some rolled media onto the vacuum belt.
  • Page 55 6.Access the adjustment nuts on the left and right side of the media fence. With the fence in the “Down” position, the upper adjustment screw and be accessed and loosened. With the fence in the “Up” position, the lower adjustment screw and be accessed and loosened. Do this on both sides of the fence as required.

  • Page 56: Setting Print Margins

    3.20 Setting Print Margins This section provides basic instruction for Setting Print Margins. 3.20.1 Print Head “ZERO” Position The "Zero" position is defined as the position of the first print head when it is ready to start printing from the Right Hand Side of the printer.
  • Page 57 Figure 3-59: Print Head ZERO Position (2 of 2) Document ID: OMM-00131 Rev. E...

  • Page 58: Gui Settings

    3.20.2 GUI Settings On the main GUI, we can enter a 'Right margin". This software expects this to be a distance from the "edge of the belt" and NOT a distance from the edge of the media. People may expect the "right margin" to be the distance from the edge of the media, but it is not. For rigid media, can line up with the alignment piece on the fence and adjust the margin until it is printing at the edge of the media.

  • Page 59: Pro 16H Printer Installation Checklist

    4.0 Pro 16h Printer Installation Checklist The Pro 16h Wide Format Ink Jet Printer is a 1.5 meter wide printer requiring a methodical installation process. Begin each installation by completing each item on this checklist. Installation procedures are outlined in...

  • Page 60: Unpacking Printer

    4.4 Unpacking Printer ____ Remove shipping material and inspect printer for visible damage. ® ____ Verify ShockWatch tip/impact indicators have not been tripped. If there are any indicators that are tripped, notify the Facility Manager, the shipping company, and your manager or director, and take pictures of the indicator and note its exact location before continuing.

  • Page 61: Power Off Checks

    4.9 Power Off Checks ____ Reseat any loose boards. ____ Verify all electrical connections in electronics box. ____ Perform resistance (impedance) checks. ____ Verify all ink, solvent, and air line connections are tight. ____ Remove remaining shipping materials from printer, such as foam blocks, zip ties, tape and plastic. ____ Install monitor shelf, monitor, mouse and keyboard.

  • Page 62: Acceptance Phase

    ____ Download copies of the OMM-00136 Pro 16h Basic Maintenance Guide, and the OMM-00135 Pro 16h Basic Operator’s Guide, to the VUI desktop and inform customer. ____ Complete any remaining on-site service and periodic maintenance training.

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