Head Cleaning - MIMAKI UJV100-160 Operation Manual

Chapter 2 Printing

2.5 Head Cleaning

The following head cleaning methods are available. Choose the method based on test results.
Item
Soft If the print shows a bent line (deflection)
Normal If the print shows a missing line (nozzle clogging)
Hard If soft cleaning and normal cleaning fail to resolve print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging,
deflection)
• Cleaning is not possible when [Ink Near End] or [Ink End] are displayed. Replace with new ink.
"Ink Replacement Method"(P. 39)
• The ink used in this machine is warmed before printing. Printing and cleaning is disabled while
the ink is being warmed.
1
On the LOCAL mode screen, select [TEST PRINT/CLEANING] > [Cleaning], then press the
[ENTER] key.
• The Cleaning menu is displayed.
2
Select the cleaning type, then press the [ENTER] key.
3
Select the Head to clean, then press the [ENTER] key.
• Check the check box. Heads with checked check boxes will be cleaned.
4
Run another test print and check the print results.
• Repeat the cleaning and test printing process until the print results appear normal.
• Do the following if head cleaning fails to resolve the ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging
or deflection).
"Wiper Cleaning"(P. 95)
"Cap Rubber Cleaning"(P. 96)
"Print Head Nozzle Washing"(P. 122)
Refill with ink ([MENU] > [Maintenance] > [INK FILL]).
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