Operator Interface Hardware
Operator Interface Hardware
Introduction
The operator interacts with printer components to print, maintain, and monitor the state of the
printer. This section identifies and explains the functions of the hardware.
[1] Printer Hardware
Operator Interface Components
Hardware Interface Components
Component
1) Main Power Switch
2) Emergency Stops
3) Carriage
4) Static Suppression Sys-
tem
5) Registration Pins
6) UV Lamps
7) Vacuum Gauge
8) Print Start Button
9) Automatic Maintenance
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Function
Turns the printer On and Off. See also 10) Vacuum Pump Box,
which also has a power switch
Emergency stops shut down all motion and hazardous systems.
Emergency Stop Buttons are installed on both ends of the Gantry
and on the User Interface Desk. On either side of the Gantry a stop
strip is installed.
Carrier for the printheads.
Reduces static charge on the media. Results in less ink misting on
the printed image.
Used to register the media.
Used to cure the ink.
Displays the level of vacuum securing the media to the table.
Starts the current print job.
Automatically cleans the printheads.
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