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Epson ML-32000-340 Maintenance Manual

Epson ML-32000-340 Maintenance Manual

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Maintenance Guide
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Before Starting Maintenance Work
Maintenance Work List
Inspection/Cleaning Procedure
Adjustment Procedure
Replacement Procedure
Glue Re-Application
M00139506EN
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  • Page 1 Maintenance Guide Before Starting Maintenance Work Maintenance Work List Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Adjustment Procedure Replacement Procedure Glue Re-Application Original instructions M00139506EN Rev.G...
  • Page 2 • Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. • Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third par- ties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information This section describes the symbols that are used both in this manual and on this machine. Be sure to read this manual and the separate "Safety Precautions" carefully before using this machine. Store this manual in a safe location where it can be easily referred to whenever you have a question. Meaning of Marks The following symbols are used in this manual and on this machine to ensure that this machine is used safely and correctly in order to prevent injury to the user and other persons and damage to property.
  • Page 4 This symbol indicates user permissions for users who have been officially trained in the opera- tion of this machine by Epson or an H user, to perform some functions and maintenance proce- dures that are allowed in addition to all of the functions for L.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Cleaning the Flushing Plate ....................32 Checking the height with the foreign material detection sensor ......34 ML-32000-180..................................34 ML-32000-340 / ML-16000-180 ...........................37 Cleaning the Belt and Removing Ink Film (When Using Pigment Ink) ...... 40 Cleaning Ink Stains on the Belt ...........................40...
  • Page 6 ML-32000-180..................................55 ML-32000-340 / ML-16000-180 ...........................64 Cleaning the Cleaning Brushes and the Area Around Them ........72 Cleaning the Sponge Roller (ML-32000-340)..............75 Cleaning the Head Cover....................78 Cleaning the Plate (Guide Beside the Belt) ..............79 Cleaning the Carriage Operating Parts on the Print Heads ......... 81 Adding Grease to the Scan Spindle ..................
  • Page 7 Preparation..................................148 Changing Leonardo to Glue Application Mode....................158 Glue Removal.................................. 159 Belt Surface Cleaning..............................161 Clean-Up................................... 162 Glue Application......................... 163 Preparation..................................167 Glue Preparation................................173 Glue Application (1st Layer) ............................174 Glue Application (2nd Layer) ............................ 175 Blade Removal................................178 Drying....................................

  • Page 8: Before Starting Maintenance Work

    Before Starting Maintenance Work Before Starting Maintenance Work Precautions for Maintenance Work WARNING If using glue, glue remover, or ink film remover that contains flammable gas, explosive gas, or the like, ensure sufficient ventilation and make sure that the ignition point and explosion limit are not reached.
  • Page 9 Before Starting Maintenance Work Be sure to wear protective gloves when using maintenance liquid. Be sure to wear eye protection and respiratory protection when applying glue or remov- ing ink film. For details, refer to the instructions of the SDS for the glue, glue remover, and ink film remover you are actually using.

  • Page 10: Machine Status During Maintenance Work

    Before Starting Maintenance Work Machine Status During Maintenance Work To ensure that maintenance work is done safely, for step 1 of each procedure, check that the machine is in the indicated status. The following explains each status and the procedure to put the machine in that status. Power Off Status The machine's main power switch is in 0 (OFF) and the power is off.
  • Page 11 Before Starting Maintenance Work Check the area around the operating parts. Check that the covers on the front and rear sides are closed. Release all emergency stop buttons for this machine and any linked devices (if they have been pressed). On the Leonardo operation screen, click [Setpoint] and then press the reset button on the main electric box.

  • Page 12: List Of Maintenance Tools And Supplies

    Prepare the items listed below before starting inspection/cleaning. Item Details/Use Cleaning stick (Dedicated consumables/commercially Use for cap and wiper cleaning available) Epson recommends the following if purchasing yourself: ASPURE from AS ONE Corporation Model no.: AP125PCT Cleaning cloth (Dedicated consumables/commercially Nonwoven fabric for head cleaning available)
  • Page 13 Before Starting Maintenance Work Item Details/Use Eye protection (Commercially available) Use during cleaning of the area around the head, caps, and wipers, and when replacing the head. Plastic tweezers (Commercially available) Use for cap cleaning Hex key (Commercially available) Used to fasten or loosen screws on the machine. Spanner (width: 7 mm) (Commercially available) Used to fasten or loosen screws on the machine.

  • Page 14: Checks Before Maintenance Work

    Before Starting Maintenance Work Checks Before Maintenance Work Do not place tools, fasteners, or the like on the belt or near the pressure roller or print head. Doing so could cause them to be entangled in the belt, pressure roller, or print head, damaging this machine. Before turning the power on, check that there is nothing left near the moving parts, such as on the belt or near the print head.

  • Page 15: Maintenance Work List

    Page 43 (pigment ink) ✓ ✓ Cleaning the area around the head and Page 55 inspecting the ink rack ✓ ✓ Cleaning the cleaning brushes and the Page 72 area around them ✓ ✓ Cleaning the Sponge Roller Page 75 (ML-32000-340)
  • Page 16 Maintenance Work List Inspection Frequency Item ✓ Cleaning the head cover Page 78 ✓ Cleaning the plate (guide beside the Page 79 belt) ✓ Cleaning the carriage operating parts Page 81 on the print heads ✓ Adding grease to the scan spindle Page 84 ✓...

  • Page 17: Adjustment/Replacement

    Maintenance Work List Adjustment/Replacement Inspection Frequency Item ✓ Bi-directional adjustment Page 114 ✓ Belt feed amount adjustment Page 116 ✓ Cap unit replacement. Page 118 ✓ Wiper replacement Page 122 ✓ Towel roller fabric replacement Page 126 ✓ Washing T-shaped Scraper Replacement Page 130 ✓...

  • Page 18: Inspection/Cleaning Procedure

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Checking the Area Around Operating Parts Frequency Every shift User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Check that the machine is in the Power Off Status. (For more information, refer to “Power Off Status" on Page 10.) Make sure that no tools or other items are left on operating parts such as the print head operating area [1] and the carriage operating area [2].

  • Page 19: Disposing Of Waste Ink

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Disposing of Waste Ink Implement this procedure when using the ML-32000-180. Dispose of the waste ink in the waste ink tanks located below the cleaning station (1: Front right) and below the flushing plate (2: Front left). Cleaning station side Flushing plate side...

  • Page 20: Disposing Of Waste Ink Of The Cleaning Station

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Disposing of Waste Ink of the Cleaning Station Frequency Inspection: Everyday, before beginning work Disposal: Everyday, when printing ends User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Check that the machine is in the Power Off Status. (For more information, refer to “Power Off Status"...
  • Page 21 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Securely close the waste ink tank lid. Dispose of the waste ink in the proper manner. Set an empty waste ink tank in the original position. Check that the mouth of the waste ink tank sits directly below the drain of the waste ink pipe.

  • Page 22: Disposing Of Waste Ink Of The Flushing Plate

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Disposing of Waste Ink of the Flushing Plate Frequency Inspection: Everyday, before beginning work Disposal: Dispose as necessary User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Eye protection, protective gloves and clothing Required Items Replacement waste ink tank Check that the amount of waste ink in the waste ink tank is not such that the waste ink will spill out.
  • Page 23 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Grab the handle on the ink rack with both hands, and pull it out from the ink rack housing. Be careful of the following so as not to damage the cables: • Do not allow the ink rack wheels to run over the cables. •...
  • Page 24 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Enter the ink rack housing with the replacement waste ink tank. Remove the waste ink tube from the waste ink tank and insert it into the new waste ink tank. Carefully remove the waste ink tube. Pulling it out with force may result in ink splashing. Waste ink tube Securely close the lid of the waste ink tank containing waste ink.
  • Page 25 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Attach the side cover. Place the protrusions on the lower left and right sides of the side cover on the guide of the machine, and insert the key of the side cover into the interlock. Interlock Protrusions Tighten the six screws on the side cover. Dispose of the waste ink in the proper manner.

  • Page 26: Inspecting The Emergency Stop Buttons And Emergency Stop Rope Switch

    Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Check that the emergency stop button operates normally. When using the ML-32000-340 or ML-16000-180, confirm that the emergency stop rope switch also operates properly. For detailed procedures, refer to the "Operation Guide". Inspecting the Open Cover Detection...

  • Page 27: Checking The Filter On The Air Supply Regulator

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Checking the Filter on the Air Supply Regulator Frequency Everyday User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Check the filter on the air supply regulator for impurities and moisture. For the inspection procedure, refer to the "Operation Guide".

  • Page 28: Cleaning The Area Around The Caps And Wipers

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Cleaning the Area Around the Caps and Wipers Frequency Every shift User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Required Items Cleaning stick, maintenance liquid, plastic container, tweezers For cleaning, be sure to use the dedicated maintenance liquid. Check that the machine is in the Printing Standby Status.
  • Page 29 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Open the front cover. Lightly wipe off dirt from around the cap using the cleaning cloth or cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. Make sure that the machine's power is off before performing work. CAUTION • Do not wipe around the cap with force. Doing so may damage the lip section of the cap, deteriorate nozzle recovery by cleaning, or result in nozzle clogging.
  • Page 30 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Remove fluffy dust if adhering around the cap using plastic tweezers. Do not pinch the lip section of the cap with the tweezers. Doing so may damage the lip section, deteriorate nozzle recovery by cleaning, or result in noz- zle clogging.
  • Page 31 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure When cleaning is finished, close the front cover. Turn the main power switch to 1 (ON) to turn the power on. Start up Leonardo. Release the emergency stop button. Execute Set point. On the Leonardo operation screen, click [Setpoint] and then press the reset button on the main electric box.

  • Page 32: Cleaning The Flushing Plate

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Cleaning the Flushing Plate Frequency Everyday, when printing ends User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing, eye protection Required Items Cleaning stick, scraper/brush Be sure to wear eye protection. Failure to do so could cause ink to splash into the eyes. CAUTION Clean away any waste ink that has built up on the flushing plate.
  • Page 33 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Sweep the ink remaining on the plate into the path at the corner of the plate using the scraper. If waste ink is dried, apply maintenance liquid to dissolve the ink before cleaning. Discharge the waste ink collected in the path from the drain using the cleaning stick or brush.

  • Page 34: Checking The Height With The Foreign Material Detection Sensor

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Checking the height with the foreign material detection sensor The method for this procedure varies depending on the product in use. When using the ML-32000-340 or ML- 16000-180, refer to “ML-32000-340 / ML-16000-180" on Page ML-32000-180 Implement this procedure when using the ML-32000-180.

  • Page 35: Material Detection Sensor

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Set the foreign material detection sensor switch on the front panel to On. Open the cover on the foreign material detection sensor controller. If the user has set a threshold value, use (3) to set (1) to 75.0%. (4) Press the [PRESET] button.
  • Page 36 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Place a hex key (2 mm) or feeler gauge (2 mm) on the belt in front of the reflector plates on the foreign material detection sensor. Reflector plates Hex key/feeler gauge Confirm that the measurement value on the foreign material detection sensor controller (2) is equal to or less than the threshold value (1).
  • Page 37 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure ML-32000-340 / ML-16000-180 Implement this procedure when using the ML-32000-340 or ML-16000-180. Frequency Every shift/When changing the fabric type User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Required Items Hex key (width: 2 mm) or feeler gauge (2 mm) While there is no fabric loaded, check that the foreign material detection sensor is operating normally.
  • Page 38 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Before starting work, check the detection threshold value with nothing placed on the belt. Check the foreign material detection sensor controller on the front panel to confirm that the dis- played value is 9,999 or higher. Place the hex key (width: 2 mm) or feeler gauge (2 mm) on the front right of the belt. Feed the belt in the reverse direction to the position where the hex key or feeler gauge is exposed the sensor laser beam.
  • Page 39 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Check the foreign material detection sensor controller again to confirm that the detection threshold value is 500 or more lower than the previous value. Feed the belt in the forward direction and remove the hex key or feeler gauge. Place a hex key (width: 2 mm) or feeler gauge (2 mm) on the front left side of the belt, and perform steps 7 to 10.

  • Page 40: Cleaning The Belt And Removing Ink Film (When Using Pigment Ink)

    Personal Protective Equipment The following is the protective equipment that must be worn when using the ethanol recommended by Epson. For details, refer to the instructions of the SDS for the ethanol you are actually using. Eye protection (For organic solvent use; Optimal...
  • Page 41 Used to wipe the belt. Use cloths of soft available non-fluffy material that will not damage the belt. Put ethanol and tap water in a bottle and mix well. • ML-32000-340 Ethanol: approx. 0.2 L Tap water: approx. 0.2 L •...
  • Page 42 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Soak a wipe cloth with a proper amount of the cleaning liquid made in step 1 and wipe the belt. Press the feed or back feed button on the front panel to rotate the belt and wipe the belt all the way around.

  • Page 43: Removing Ink Film

    Personal Protective Equipment The following is the protective equipment that must be worn when using the ethanol recommended by Epson. For details, refer to the instructions of the SDS for the ethanol you are actually using. Eye protection (For organic solvent use; Optimal...
  • Page 44 Commercially available This container is used to hold an ink film remover made by mixing tap water and remover. When using the ML-32000-340 or ML-16000-180, refer to "ML-32000-340 / ML-16000-180" on Page When using the ML-32000-180, refer to "ML-32000-180" on Page ML-32000-340 / ML-16000-180 Put the ink film remover and tap water in the container and mix well.
  • Page 45 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Remove the one screw of each fixing block [2] on the left and right using the hex key (width: 6 mm). Store the removed screws to ensure they are not dropped or placed somewhere they can cause damage. Right side Left side Pull the belt cleaning unit toward you until the carriage rail hits the stopper nearest...
  • Page 46 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Remove the sponge roller and then place it in the sponge roller tank. Sponge roller tank Sponge roller Check to see that water has filled up to the partition of the tank on the bottom of the cleaning brushes. If there is not enough water accumulated, use a bucket or the like to pour in tap water.
  • Page 47 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Check to see that no water remains in the tank at the bottom of the scraper. Turn the left drain valve in the direction of the arrow to close it. Pour the ink film remover made in step 1 into the tank on the bottom of the cleaning brushes.
  • Page 48 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Return the belt cleaning unit to the carriage rail. Push the belt cleaning unit to the original position. Then tighten the screw on the fastener at two locations with the hex key (width: 6 mm). Insert the belt cleaning unit straight in its original position. If it is inserted at an angle, the belt cleaning unit position sensor in the left rear will be unable to detect it, and therefore the emergency stop status may not be released.
  • Page 49 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure After all the ink film remover in the cleaning tank has been drained, turn the drain valve on the right side in the direction of the arrow to close it. Remove the one screw of each fixing block [2] on the left and right using the hex key (width: 6 mm).
  • Page 50 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Pull the belt cleaning unit toward you until the carriage rail hits the stopper nearest from you. Remove the sponge roller from the sponge roller tank and install it on the belt cleaning unit. Use a bucket or the like to pour tap water into the tank on the bottom of the cleaning brushes.
  • Page 51 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Push the belt cleaning unit to the original position. Then tighten the screw on the fastener at two locations with the hex key (width: 6 mm). Insert the belt cleaning unit straight in its original position. If it is inserted at an angle, the belt cleaning unit position sensor in the left rear will be unable to detect it, and therefore the emergency stop status may not be released.
  • Page 52 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure ML-32000-180 Put the ink film remover (approx. 7 L) and tap water (approx. 10 L) in the container and mix well. Operate the lever to close the water supply valve. Check to see that water has filled up to the partition of the tank on the bottom of the cleaning brushes.
  • Page 53 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Check to see that no water remains in the tank at the bottom of the scraper. Turn the left drain valve in the direction of the arrow to close it. Pour the ink film remover made in step 1 into the tank on the bottom of the cleaning brushes.
  • Page 54 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Return the belt cleaning unit to the original position. In Leonardo, open [Maintenance] and then select [Status flags] - [Complete washing]. Confirm the message displayed and click [Yes] to start belt cleaning. When belt cleaning is completed, the tower lamp changes from white to green. When belt cleaning is completed, perform [Complete washing] again, for a total of eight times.

  • Page 55: Cleaning The Area Around The Head And Inspecting The Ink Rack

    Cleaning the Area around the Head and Inspecting the Ink Rack The method for this procedure varies depending on the product in use. When using the ML-32000-340 or ML-16000-180, refer to “ML-32000-340 / ML-16000-180" on Page ML-32000-180 Implement this procedure when using the ML-32000-180.
  • Page 56 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Pull the knurled screw on the front right side of the flushing plate, and turn it clockwise until you hear a click. Move the flushing plate to the left. Close the front cover. Release the emergency stop button. Execute Set point.
  • Page 57 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Move the print head carriage to a position above the flushing plate. On the Leonardo operation screen, open [Maintenance] (1), and click [+] (2) for [Carriage] under [Axes] once. When the head carriage moves to the center, click [+] again.
  • Page 58 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Lift the side cover handle and remove the cover. When removing the side cover, be careful not to damage the interlock key in the upper center CAUTION of the back of the cover. If this key is not inserted, this machine will not operate. Interlock key Grab the handle on the ink rack with both hands, and pull it out from the ink rack housing.
  • Page 59 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Visually check for leaks in the ink path of the ink rack. • Connections of the ink tubes on each ink path • Ink pan of the ink rack Wear eye protection. Enter the ink rack housing with the following tools: Cleaning cloth, cleaning stick, a container of maintenance liquid, flashlight Make sure that the machine's power is off before entering the ink rack housing.
  • Page 60 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure While shining the flashlight at your hands, wipe off fluffy dust from the head front and ink stains on the head side face using the cleaning stick. Observe the following precautions when cleaning the caps, wipers, and heads. Otherwise, the CAUTION heads could fail.
  • Page 61 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Attach the side cover. Place the protrusions on the lower left and right sides of the side cover on the guide of the machine, and insert the key of the side cover into the interlock. Interlock Protrusions Tighten the six screws on the side cover. Open the front cover on the left side.
  • Page 62 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Push the print head carriage by hand to a position above the belt. After moving the print head carriage to the outside, be sure to return it to the inside. If it is not returned to the inside, the sensor on the carriage may activate, and you may not be able to exe- cute Setpoint.
  • Page 63 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Execute Set point. On the Leonardo operation screen, click [Setpoint] and then press the reset button on the main electric box. From [Maintenance] menu of Leonardo, execute head cleaning. Refer to the "Operation Guide" for the corresponding procedures. Perform a nozzle check.
  • Page 64 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure ML-32000-340 / ML-16000-180 Implement this section when using the ML-32000-340 or ML-16000-180. Frequency Every week/When a problem occurs, When a large amount of printing is completed User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing, eye protection Required Items...
  • Page 65 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Turn the fixing screws on the left side of the flushing plate counterclockwise to loosen them. Move the flushing plate to the left. Close the front covers. Release the emergency stop button. Execute Setpoint. On the Leonardo operation screen, click [Setpoint] and then press the reset button on the main elec- tric panel.
  • Page 66 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Move the head carriage to the flushing plate. On the Leonardo operation screen, open [Maintenance] (1), and click [+] (2) for [Carriage] under [Axes] once. When the head carriage moves to the center, click [+] again. The head carriage moves to the left into the flushing area. Do not work for a long period of time while the head carriage is uncapped.
  • Page 67 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Visually check for leaks in the ink path of the ink rack. • Connections of the ink tubes on each ink path • Ink pan of the ink rack Open the front left cover. Remove the two screws from the cover.
  • Page 68 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Remove the cover. Wear eye protection and antistatic wrist strap. Enter the ink rack housing with the following tools: Cleaning cloth, cleaning stick, a container of maintenance liquid, flashlight. CAUTION Manufacturer does not under any circumstances require any access inside of the machine for maintenance.
  • Page 69 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure While shining the flashlight at your hands, wipe off fluffy dust from the head front and ink stains on the head side face using the cleaning stick. Observe the following points when cleaning the caps, wipers, and heads. Failure to do so may CAUTION cause a head fault.
  • Page 70 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure When cleaning is finished, exit the ink rack housing. Attach the front left cover. Tighten the two screws of the cover. Return the ink rack to the original position. Turn the main power switch to 1 (ON) to turn the power on. Start up Leonardo.
  • Page 71 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Return the flushing plate to the original position. Make sure the knurled screw clicks and the screw is locked. The location of the flushing plate is detected by sensor. Printing cannot be performed if it is not returned to the correct location. After moving the print head carriage to the outside, be sure to return it to the inside.

  • Page 72: Cleaning The Cleaning Brushes And The Area Around Them

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Cleaning the Cleaning Brushes and the Area Around Them Frequency Every week/When necessary (After printing on fabric with fuzzy surface) User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Required Items Hex key (width: 6 mm) Check that the machine is in the Power Off Status. (For more information, refer to “Power Off Status"...
  • Page 73 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Pull out the belt cleaning unit toward you. When you pull out the belt cleaning unit, an emergency stop occurs. CAUTION Remove all fiber and other dust from the cleaning brushes. For the cleaning brushes, a metallic brush as shown below can also be used.
  • Page 74 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure When cleaning is finished, put the belt cleaning unit back in the original position. Insert the belt cleaning unit straight into its original position. If it is inserted at an angle, the belt cleaning unit position sensor in the left rear will be unable to detect it, and therefore the emergency stop status may not be released.

  • Page 75: Cleaning The Sponge Roller (Ml-32000-340)

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Cleaning the Sponge Roller (ML-32000-340) This section applies to ML-32000-340. Frequency Every week User Permissions Required Number of Workers ML-16000-340: 3 persons ML-32000-240: 2 persons Personal Protective Equipment Eye protection, protective gloves and clothing Required Items Towel, Two belt cleaning unit wheels, Hex key (width: 6 mm)
  • Page 76 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Remove the one screw of each fixing block [2] on the left and right using the hex key (width: 6 mm). Store the removed screws to ensure they are not dropped or placed somewhere they can cause damage. Right side Left side Pull the belt cleaning unit toward you until the carriage rail hits the stopper nearest...
  • Page 77 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Lightly rub the sponge roller with your hands to remove any dirt. If the water becomes dirty, replace the tap water before continuing the work. If the sponge is damaged, replace the sponge roller. After washing the sponge rollers, open the valve at the bottom of the belt cleaning unit, and then close the valve when draining is complete.

  • Page 78: Cleaning The Head Cover

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Cleaning the Head Cover Frequency When necessary User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Required Items Cleaning cloth, maintenance liquid, plastic container For cleaning, be sure to use the dedicated maintenance liquid. Check that the machine is in the Power Off Status. (For more information, refer to “Power Off Status"...

  • Page 79: Cleaning The Plate (Guide Beside The Belt)

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Cleaning the Plate (Guide Beside the Belt) Frequency When necessary User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Required Items Cleaning cloth, maintenance liquid, plastic container Workers should also pay attention to the edges of the plate and the screws in the groove, and WARNING keep them in proper condition.
  • Page 80 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure When cleaning is finished, close the front cover. This completes the work.

  • Page 81: Cleaning The Carriage Operating Parts On The Print Heads

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Cleaning the Carriage Operating Parts on the Print Heads Frequency Every month User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Required Items Cleaning cloth Check that the machine is in the Power Off Status. (For more information, refer to “Power Off Status"...
  • Page 82 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure When cleaning is finished, close the front cover Turn the main power switch to 1 (ON) to turn the power on. Start up Leonardo. Release the emergency stop button. Execute Set point. On the Leonardo operation screen, click [Setpoint] and then press the reset button on the main electric box.
  • Page 83 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure When cleaning is finished, close the front cover. Turn the main power switch to 1 (ON) to turn the power on. Release the emergency stop button. Start up Leonardo. Execute Set point. On the Leonardo operation screen, click [Setpoint] and then press the reset button on the main electric box.

  • Page 84: Adding Grease To The Scan Spindle

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Adding Grease to the Scan Spindle The method for this procedure varies depending on the product in use. When using the ML-32000-340 or ML-16000-180, refer to “ML-32000-340 / ML-16000-180" on Page ML-32000-180 Implement this procedure when using the ML-32000-180.
  • Page 85 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Pull the knurled screw on the front right side of the flushing plate, and turn it clockwise until you hear a click. Move the flushing plate to the left. Close the front cover. Move the print head carriage to a position above the flushing plate. On the Leonardo operation screen, open [Maintenance] (1), and click [+] (2) for [Carriage] under [Axes] once.
  • Page 86 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Press the emergency stop button. Close the Leonardo screen and shut down the control PC. Turn the main power switch to 0 (OFF) to turn the power off. Open the front cover on the flushing plate side. Remove the six screws from the side cover. Lift the side cover handle and remove the cover.
  • Page 87 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Grab the handle on the ink rack with both hands, and pull it out from the ink rack housing. Be careful of the following so as not to damage the cables: • Do not allow the ink rack wheels to run over the cables. •...
  • Page 88 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Use the flashlight to light the area around your hands while adding grease from under the print head carriage to the oil filler hole (lower) of the linear block on the right side of the scan spindle. Looking up from under the print head carriage Push the print head carriage by hand to a position above the belt.
  • Page 89 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Add grease using the grease pump through the two oil filler holes (upper and lower holes) of the linear block on the left side of the scan spindle. Use cleaning cloths to wipe off any excess grease or ink adhering to the oil filler holes and surrounding area before working.
  • Page 90 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Exit the ink rack housing. Push the print head carriage by hand to a position above the flushing plate. Add grease from the front of the machine to the oil filler hole (upper) of the linear block on the right side of the scan spindle. Never touch the linear scale or the magnet rail.
  • Page 91 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Attach the side cover. Place the protrusions on the lower left and right sides of the side cover on the guide of the machine, and insert the key of the side cover into the interlock. Interlock Protrusions Tighten the six screws on the side cover. Push the print head carriage by hand to a position above the belt.
  • Page 92 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Move the flushing plate to the right side. Confirm that the knurled screw clicks and returns to the front. Knurled screw After moving the print head carriage to the outside, be sure to return it to the inside. If it is not CAUTION returned to the inside, the sensor on the carriage may activate, and you may not be able to exe- cute Setpoint.
  • Page 93 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure From under the print head carriage, check the oil filler hole (lower) of the linear block on the right side of the scan spindle and use cleaning cloths to wipe off any excess grease. Push the print head carriage by hand to a position above the belt. Check the two oil filler holes (upper and lower holes) of the linear block on the left side of the scan spindle, and use cleaning cloths to wipe off any excess grease.
  • Page 94 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure ML-32000-340 / ML-16000-180 Implement this section when using the ML-32000-340 or ML-16000-180. Frequency Every six months User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Required Items Scan spindle grease, grease pump Check that the machine is in the Printing Standby Status.
  • Page 95 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Apply a proper amount of carriage grease with the grease pump to the top and bottom surfaces of the carriage rail cleaned in Procedure 7. Do not add too much grease. Doing so can result in excess grease dripping onto fabric, resulting in a printing error.
  • Page 96 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure When work is finished, close the front covers. Turn the main power switch to 1 (ON) to turn the power on. Start up Leonardo. Release the emergency stop button. Execute Setpoint. On the Leonardo operation screen, click [Setpoint] and then press the reset button on the main elec- tric panel.
  • Page 97 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Using the grease pump, add grease through the oil filler hole on the linear block on both sides of the scan spindle. Do not add too much grease. Doing so can result in excess grease dripping onto fabric, resulting in a printing error.
  • Page 98 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Left side When work is finished, close the front covers. Turn the main power switch to 1 (ON) to turn the power on. Start up Leonardo. Release the emergency stop button. Execute Setpoint. On the Leonardo operation screen, click [Setpoint] and then press the reset button on the main elec- tric panel.

  • Page 99: Checking For Water Leaks In The Pipe Joints

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Checking for Water Leaks in the Pipe Joints Frequency Every month User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Check that the machine is in the Power Off Status. (For more information, refer to “Power Off Status" on Page 10.) Check that the joints for the cleaning tank of the cleaning unit [1] and [2] are not loosened and are free water leaks.

  • Page 100: Cleaning/Replacing The Mist Filter

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Cleaning/Replacing the Mist Filter Frequency Cleaning: Every month Replacement: When necessary User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Required Items Replacement: Replacement mist filter (Consumables) Check that the machine is in the Power Off Status. (For more information, refer to “Power Off Status"...
  • Page 101 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Pull out the mist filter. Clean the removed mist filter with water. Dry the filter thoroughly and attach it again. Replace the filter if it is extremely dirty. Make sure that the mist filter is set in the correct direction while attaching it. Top side: Blue, Bottom side: White If you have cleaned the filter, do not insert it until it has dried.

  • Page 102: Checking The Blower And Cleaning/Replacing The Filter

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Checking the Blower and Cleaning/Replacing the Filter Frequency Inspection: Every month Cleaning/Replacement: When necessary User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Required Items Replacement: Replacement blowing fan filter (Consumables) Clean the filter for the blower at the rear side of the machine. Check that the machine is in the Power Off Status.
  • Page 103 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Remove the filter and clean dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner. After cleaning, attach the filter again. Replace the filter if it is extremely dirty. This completes the work.

  • Page 104: Cleaning/Replacing The Cooling Fan Filters

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Cleaning/Replacing the Cooling Fan Filters If the cooling fan filters are used continuously without cleaning, the machine will become unable to lower the temperature of the print head drive substrate, which may result in a failure. Follow the procedures below to clean the cooling fan filters.
  • Page 105 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure While holding the cooling fan cover so that it does not fall, loosen the four screws on the cover using the hex key (width: 3 mm) and remove the cover. Remove all eight cooling fan filters. Cooling fan Cooling fan filter Remove the cooling fan filter from the cover.
  • Page 106 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Put tap water into the plastic container. Wash the cooling filter on the tray, so as not to spill dirty water. Place the cooling fan filter in the plastic container and wash off the stains by hand. The dirty water is industrial waste. Dispose of it in the proper manner. Thoroughly dry the cooling fan filter.
  • Page 107 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Attach the cooling fan cover and tighten the four screws using the hex key (width: 3 mm). Close the front cover. This completes the work.

  • Page 108: Replacing The Cooling Fan Filters

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Replacing the Cooling Fan Filters Required Items New cooling fan filters (Consumables) and personal protective equipment (protective gloves and clothing, eye protection) Check that the machine is in the Power Off Status. (For more information, refer to “Printing Standby Status" on Page 10.) Open the front cover.
  • Page 109 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Remove the cooling fan filters. Cooling fan Cooling fan filter Remove the cooling fan filter from the cover. A dirty filter is industrial waste. Dispose of it in the proper manner. Place the new cooling fan filter on the cover.
  • Page 110 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Install the cooling fan filters straight in their original positions, with the cover protrusions on the top and bottom sides. Attach the cooling fan cover and tighten the four screws using the hex key (width: 3 mm). Close the front cover. This completes the work.

  • Page 111: Checking The Cable Protection Condition

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Checking the Cable Protection Condition Frequency Every month User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Check that the machine is in the Power Off Status. (For more information, refer to “Power Off Status" on Page 10.) Check the cable protective tubes between the machine and the main electric box for any damage.

  • Page 112: Shaking The Ink Cartridges

    Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Shaking the Ink Cartridges Frequency When the machine was not used for a long period of time with the ink cartridges still installed • Pigment ink (Red): Once every 3 weeks • Pigment ink (other than Red), dispersion ink: Once a month •...
  • Page 113 Inspection/Cleaning Procedure Slide the ink cartridge back and forth longitudinally within a range of approximately 10 cm. Do three times for the front and back. Move the ink cartridge at a rate of one back-and-forth cycle per second. Place the shaken ink cartridge such that the ink supply port faces the connector Insert the connector of the ink rack into the ink supply port of the ink cartridge.

  • Page 114: Adjustment Procedure

    Adjustment Procedure Adjustment Procedure Bi-directional Adjustment Frequency When replacing heads/When changing jobs User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Before adjusting Bi-D, perform the following procedures. • First, perform a print job to see if Bi-D is set correctly. •...
  • Page 115 Adjustment Procedure On the Leonardo operation screen, open [Maintenance] [1] and enter an adjustment value in [Bidirectional] [2]. Then press the enter key on the keyboard. An adjustment value of up to 0.500 can be entered. Entering "0.500" moves the ink dot position by 1 mm.

  • Page 116: Belt Feed Amount Adjustment

    Adjustment Procedure Belt Feed Amount Adjustment Frequency When sideways streaking occurs/When changing jobs User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing When sideways streaking occurs horizontally in print results, adjust the belt feed amount at every printing pass. Check that the machine is in the Printing Standby Status. (For more information, refer to “Printing Standby Status"...
  • Page 117 Adjustment Procedure Press [3] to save the settings. Double-check that the settings are correct before saving them. If you save the settings, the fac- tory settings will be lost. Print again and check the result. This completes the work.

  • Page 118: Replacement Procedure

    Replacement Procedure Replacement Procedure Cap Replacement Frequency When necessary/When a problem occurs (For example, when nozzle clogging is not resolved by cleaning) User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Eye protection, protective gloves and clothing Required Items Replacement cap unit (consumables), forceps, hex key (width: 2.5 mm), maintenance liquid, cleaning stick, plastic container Be sure to wear eye protection.
  • Page 119 Replacement Procedure Open the front cover. A cap unit is equipped with four caps. Loosen the screw at the center of the cap unit with the hex key (width: 2.5 mm). Make sure that the machine's power is off before performing work. CAUTION While taking care not to let the springs fall out, lift the cap upward keeping it horizontal.
  • Page 120 Replacement Procedure Hold the ink tubes with the forceps. Pull out the ink tubes at the locations indicated by circles. Be careful of splashing ink. Insert tubes into a new cap unit. Insert the tubes securely as far as possible. Do not touch the lip surface of the cap.
  • Page 121 Replacement Procedure Grease may have oozed out of the surface of the lip section. Wipe the lip section gently using the cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance liquid from the surface of the cap. After replacement, make sure that no tools or other items are left on the print head operating area or carriage operating area.

  • Page 122: Wiper Unit Replacement

    Replacement Procedure Wiper Unit Replacement Frequency When necessary/When a problem occurs (For example, when nozzle clogging is not resolved by cleaning) User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Eye protection, protective gloves and clothing Required Items Replacement wiper unit (consumables), hex key (width: 2.5 mm), maintenance liquid, cleaning stick, cleaning wiper, plastic container Be sure to wear eye protection.
  • Page 123 Replacement Procedure Open the front cover. Remove the wiper unit. Loosen the screw that secures the wiper unit at the center with the hex key (width: 2.5 mm) and remove the wiper unit. Make sure that the machine's power is off before performing work. CAUTION Wipe the location where the wiper unit is removed using the cleaning cloth or cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid.
  • Page 124 Replacement Procedure Attach a new wiper unit. Insert the pin at the installation position into the hole on the bottom surface of the wiper unit. Hole on the bottom surface Tighten the screw on the wiper unit with the hex key (width: 2.5 mm). Do not pull the rubber part of the wiper unit.
  • Page 125 Replacement Procedure After replacement, make sure that no tools or other items are left on the print head operating area or carriage operating area. Close the front cover. Turn the main power switch to 1 (ON) to turn the power on. Start up Leonardo.

  • Page 126: Towel Roller Fabric Replacement

    Replacement Procedure Towel Roller Fabric Replacement Frequency When necessary/When a problem occurs When to Replace Replace the fabric attached to the towel roller when it is very wet or dirty. If you continue to use it without replacing it, the water left on the belt will not be suffi- ciently wiped up, leaving water remaining on the belt.
  • Page 127 Replacement Procedure Place the towel roller on a horizontal location. Peel off the double-sided tape from the edge of the fabric, and remove the fabric. Use a wipe cloth soaked in alcohol disinfectant to remove any tape adhesive left on the towel roller shaft.
  • Page 128 Replacement Procedure Apply double-sided tape to the towel roller shaft. (1) Peel off the liner of the tape applied to the towel roller, then (2) press the tape up against the fabric edge to adhere it. Turn the towel roller horizontally to roll up the fabric.
  • Page 129 Replacement Procedure When you reach the edge of the fabric, peel off the curing tape and apply double- sided tape to the fabric edge. Peel off the tape liner, and then adhere the fabric edge to the towel roller. Attach the towel roller to this machine. Firmly hold the towel roller in both hands, and move to the rear of this machine.

  • Page 130: Replacing The Washing T-Shaped Scraper

    Replacement Procedure Replacing the Washing T-shaped Scraper Frequency When necessary When to Replace When the area in contact with the glue belt is worn/deteriorated. If the contacting area is worn/deteriorated, water cannot be wiped off completely after belt cleaning, resulting in water remaining on the belt. User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing...
  • Page 131 Replacement Procedure Attach the belt cleaning unit wheels on the right and left sides. Use the nut in the frame on the rear of the cleaning unit. When you pull out the belt cleaning unit, an emergency stop occurs. CAUTION Remove the stopper and pull out the belt cleaning unit completely Remove the fixing plate that secures the washing T-shaped scraper to be replaced.
  • Page 132 Replacement Procedure Loosen the 10 screws that secure the whole scraper. While holding the screw hole behind the screw with the hex key (width: 2.5 mm), loosen the screw with the spanner (width: 7 mm). Back of scraper Pull out the scraper. If fluffy dust has become fused, remove it first as the scraper may be stuck when pulled out.
  • Page 133 Replacement Procedure Push the belt cleaning unit to the original position. Then tighten the screw on the fastener at two locations with the hex key (width: 6 mm). Insert the belt cleaning unit straight into its original position. If it is inserted at an angle, the belt cleaning unit position sensor in the left rear will be unable to detect it, and therefore the emergency stop status may not be released.

  • Page 134: Replacing The Washing Silicone Scraper

    Replacement Procedure Replacing the Washing Silicone Scraper Frequency When necessary When to Replace When the area in contact with the glue belt is worn/deteriorated. If the contacting area is worn/deteriorated, water cannot be wiped off completely after belt cleaning, resulting in water remaining on the belt. User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing...
  • Page 135 Replacement Procedure Return the belt cleaning unit to the original position. Perform steps 13 and 15 in "Replacing the washing T-shaped scraper." For more information, refer to “Replacing the Washing T-shaped Scraper" on Page 130. Insert the belt cleaning unit straight into its original position. If it is inserted at an angle, the belt cleaning unit position sensor in the left rear will be unable to detect it, and therefore the emergency stop status may not be released.

  • Page 136: Sponge Roller Replacement (Ml-32000-340)

    Replacement Procedure Sponge Roller Replacement (ML-32000-340) This section applies to ML-32000-340. Frequency When necessary/When a problem occurs When to Replace Replace the sponge roller when it becomes worn or deteriorated. If the sponge rollers are worn or deteriorated, water cannot be completely wiped off after belt cleaning and will remain on the belt.
  • Page 137 Replacement Procedure Remove the one screw of each fixing block [2] on the left and right using the hex key (width: 6 mm). Store the removed screws to ensure they are not dropped or placed somewhere they can cause damage. Right side Left side Pull the belt cleaning unit toward you until the carriage rail hits the stopper nearest...
  • Page 138 Replacement Procedure Remove the sponge roller. Sponge roller Remove the bearings from both ends of the sponge roller. Bearing After the bearings are removed, store them in a safe location so that they are not dropped or lost. Remove the four screws on the side where the sponge is screwed on, and then remove the sponge roller plate.
  • Page 139 Replacement Procedure Pull out the sponge roller shaft from the sponge roller. Sponge roller shaft Insert the new sponge onto the sponge roller shaft from the right angle edge, and insert it until it contacts the flange. Flange...
  • Page 140 Replacement Procedure Insert the second sponge from the slanted edge onto the sponge roller shaft, and push it in adjusting the angle so that there is no gap between the second sponge and the first sponge. If there is a gap between the sponges, you may not be able to install the belt cleaning unit. Install the sponge roller plate on the sponge roller and secure it with four screws.
  • Page 141 Replacement Procedure Turn the left drain valve in the direction of the arrow to open it. This completes the work.

  • Page 142: Pressure Roller Replacement

    Replacement Procedure Pressure Roller Replacement Frequency When necessary User Permissions Personal Protective Equipment Protective gloves and clothing Required Number of Workers Required Items Replacement pressure roller (sold separately) Check that the machine is in the Power Off Status. (For more information, refer to “Power Off Status"...
  • Page 143 Replacement Procedure Insert the stopper pins on both sides. Make sure that the machine's power is off before performing work. CAUTION Right side Left side...
  • Page 144 Replacement Procedure Lift the pressure roller vertically to remove it. Make sure that removal and installation of the pressure roller is performed by two workers due CAUTION to the weight of the roller. When lifting a pressure roller, lift with your legs and not your back. From the removed pressure roller, remove the two bearings and replace them.

  • Page 145: Glue Re-Application

    Personal Protective Equipment The following is the protective equipment that must be worn when using the glue or glue remover recommended by Epson. For details, refer to the instructions of the SDS for the glue and glue remover you are actually using.
  • Page 146 Glue Re-Application Required Items Item Quantity Details Maintenance key Bundled item Blade installation part Bundled item Cloth rod Bundled item Glue collection bucket Bundled item/ sold separately Glue-removal felt 1 sheet 2 sheets bundled. After these are used, use commer- cially available felt products of the same size: 190 (width) x 45 (length) cm...
  • Page 147 Glue Re-Application Required Items Item Quantity Details Wipe cloths P r o p e r Commercially available amount (Fabric for wiping the belt. Use cloths of soft non-fluffy material that will not damage the belt.) Bucket for glue remover Commercially available Cable ties Approx.

  • Page 148: Preparation

    Glue Re-Application Preparation Check that the machine is in the Printing Standby Status. (For more information, refer to “Printing Standby Status" on Page 10.) Two persons are required to remove the fabric. (For more information, refer to "Setting the Fabric" in the "Operation Guide".) Make sure that removal and installation of the fabric roller is performed by two or more workers CAUTION due to the weight of the fabric.
  • Page 149 Glue Re-Application Remove the fabric edge sensor unit. Fabric edge sensor unit Turn by hand and loosen screw [1] under the sensor unit and remove the sensor unit in direction [2]. Open the rear cover. Remove the fabric guide bar. Remove the screws on each side of the roller (1 each) using the hex key (width: 6 mm).
  • Page 150 Glue Re-Application Remove the dewrinkling roller. Remove the screws on each side of the roller (2 each) using the hex key (width: 5 mm). Two people are required to remove the dewrinkling roller. Remove the catching-prevention cover of hair and body parts on the right and left sides of the belt.
  • Page 151 Glue Re-Application Use a spanner (width: 7 mm) to loosen the screw on the blower hose, and remove the blower hose from the blower. Loosen and remove the screws on the blower (4 each) using the hex key (width: 5 mm).
  • Page 152 Glue Re-Application With two persons, pull out the blower toward you and remove it. Remove the pressure roller. Lift the pressure roller vertically to remove it. Make sure that removal and installation of the pressure roller is performed by two workers due CAUTION to the weight of the roller.
  • Page 153 Glue Re-Application Remove the belt holder covers from both sides of the belt. Remove the screws (14 each) of the belt holder covers using the hex key (width: 2.5 mm) and remove the covers. Use a hex key (width: 4 mm) to remove the screws on the outer left and right sides of the fabric slack prevention unit (2 screws).
  • Page 154 Glue Re-Application Use a hex key (width: 4 mm) to loosen the screws securing the fabric slack prevention unit to the front cover frame (4 screws) about half one rotation. Remove the fabric slack prevention unit. Pull out the belt cleaning unit. Perform steps 1 to 6 in "Replacing the washing T-shaped scraper."...
  • Page 155 Glue Re-Application Return the belt cleaning unit to the original position. Perform steps 13 and 16 in "Replacing the washing T-shaped scraper." For more infor- mation, refer to “Replacing the Washing T-shaped Scraper" on Page 130. Insert the belt cleaning unit straight into its original position. If it is inserted at an angle, the belt cleaning unit position sensor in the left rear will be unable to detect it, and therefore the emergency stop status may not be released.
  • Page 156 Glue Re-Application Attach the felt to the cloth rod. When using commercially available felt: Sew the ends into bag shapes to make mounting holes, or use cable ties to secure the felt in place after wrapping the felt around the cloth rod. Example: Securing the felt with cable ties Place the cloth rod on the belt.
  • Page 157 Glue Re-Application Secure the cloth rod and blade installation parts with cable ties. This completes the work.

  • Page 158: Changing Leonardo To Glue Application Mode

    Glue Re-Application Changing Leonardo to Glue Application Mode Change to glue application mode to rotate the belt continuously. In this mode, you can use the belt speed volume to adjust the belt rotation speed. Start up Leonardo. Insert the key into the maintenance key switch, and turn it to the right. Leonardo switches to the glue application mode.

  • Page 159: Glue Removal

    Soak the felt with an appropriate amount of remover (Guideline: Approx. 2 L for the ML-32000-180/ML-16000-180 and approx. 3 L for the ML-32000-340.). Worker 1 (at the rear of the machine): Soak the felt a little at a time so that the remover completely permeates the felt.
  • Page 160 Glue Re-Application Remove the glue from all areas of the belt. Worker 1 (at the rear of the machine): To prevent the remover on the surface of the belt from drying, soak the entire surface of the felt with more remover. Worker 2 (at the front side of the machine): Securely grasp the handles of the glue collection bucket with both hands and press it against the belt surface to scrape away the glue.

  • Page 161: Belt Surface Cleaning

    Glue Re-Application Belt Surface Cleaning Confirm that Leonardo is in glue application mode, and then select [Feedrate enable] and click [+] to rotate the belt in the forward direction. Use a wipe cloth soaked in ethanol (proper amount) to wipe the belt surface. When the belt surface is completely clean, slowly rotate the belt and wipe clean using an ethanol-soaked wipe cloth.

  • Page 162: Clean-Up

    Glue Re-Application Click [+] on Leonardo to stop the belt. This completes the work. Clean-Up Use wipe cloths or similar to absorb any waste chemicals, and then dispose of them in the proper manner for industrial waste. Next, apply glue. For more information, refer to “Glue Application"...

  • Page 163: Glue Application

    Personal Protective Equipment The following is the protective equipment that must be worn when using the glue or glue remover recommended by Epson. For details, refer to the instructions of the SDS for the glue and glue remover you are actually using.
  • Page 164 Commercially available Hex key (Commercially available) 1 set Commercially available Glue (1st layer): ATR1945 (ML/T) ML-32000-180 1.6 kg Recommended product ML-16000-180 ML-32000-340 3.0 kg Glue (2nd layer): ATR1946 (ML/S) ML-32000-180 0.8 kg Recommended product ML-16000-180 ML-32000-340 1.5 kg Glue (2nd layer): ATR1947 (ML/K) ML-32000-180 0.8 kg...
  • Page 165 Glue Re-Application Required Items Item Quantity Details Glue remover P r o p e r Recommended product • Cleanser TS amount (Murayama Chemical Laboratory) • ATR1222 (ATR) • ATR3222 (ATR) Used to clean the blade and the accessories. Ethanol 0.25 L Commercially available Bottle (For ethanol) Commercially available...
  • Page 166 Glue Re-Application CAUTION Wear eye protection, protective gloves, protective clothing, and respiratory protection when performing these procedures. Check the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the glue or remover you will actually use for details, and wear the necessary protective gear. •...

  • Page 167: Preparation

    Glue Re-Application Preparation Clean the belt surface. Use a wipe cloth soaked in ethanol (proper amount) to wipe the belt surface clean while slowly rotating the belt. Wipe off the glue until the belt surface has a luster. Be especially careful to remove the glue from both edges of the belt.
  • Page 168 Glue Re-Application Affix the insulating tape (mending tape) to both edges of the belt. Affix insulating tape completely around the belt. Stop rotating the belt so that the corners of the insulating tape contact the edges of the belt. Set the scale of the belt speed volume in the rear panel at 1 to 3, and then slowly rotate the belt in the forward direction so that the tape is affixed completely around the belt.
  • Page 169 Glue Re-Application Slowly feed the belt again while checking there is no foreign material adhering to the belt and remove any that is found. If the tape is floating up, friction with the blade could cause the tape to tear during glue appli- cation.
  • Page 170 Glue Re-Application Place one on each end of the belt so that they are aligned with the edge of the blade. When placing the blocks, do not place them on the seams of the insulating tape applied to both sides of the belt. If the seams of the insulating tape come where you want to place the blocks, feed the belt to where there are no seams.
  • Page 171 Glue Re-Application Affix the glue application blocks to both ends of the blade using insulating tape so that there are no gaps in the following: • Between the block and the belt • Between the block and the blade...
  • Page 172 Glue Re-Application Do not affix the blocks in the states described below. There is a risk that the glue may not be CAUTION applied evenly, or the glue may leak from the belt edge into the machine, causing a malfunc- tion.

  • Page 173: Glue Preparation

    Glue Re-Application Glue Preparation Prepare the glue for the first layer. Set the glue bucket on the scale and pour in the glue (ATR1945 (ML/T)). When using the glue, wear the personal protective equipment for organic solvent use, such as CAUTION protective gloves, eye protection, and respiratory protection.

  • Page 174: Glue Application (1St Layer)

    Glue Re-Application Glue Application (1st Layer) Rotate the belt in the forward direction. Set the scale of the belt speed volume in the rear panel at 4 to 6, and then rotate the belt in the forward direction. Apply the 1st-layer glue. Pour a proper amount of glue to right next to the blade. Pour so that the glue flows from the center to both edges.

  • Page 175: Glue Application (2Nd Layer)

    Glue Re-Application Glue Application (2nd Layer) Maintain the belt rotation speed as it is, and when the 1-layer glue has nearly all been used, pour the 2nd-layer glue. Pour the second layer of glue before the first layer has all been used. It is not necessary to pour all of the glue at once.
  • Page 176 Glue Re-Application After it has been completely poured, prepare the soapy water, and gradually pour the soapy water above the belt before locations where the 2nd-layer glue has nearly all been used. The soapy water creates a water repellent membrane on the belt surface so that the glue and blade can be easily separated.
  • Page 177 Glue Re-Application Check that the glue accumulated in front of the blade has been completely used and soapy water is completely applied. This completes the work.

  • Page 178: Blade Removal

    Glue Re-Application Blade Removal Two persons are required to lift the blade evenly on both right and left sides, and remove it. Be careful that the blade does not contact the belt surface when removing it. Wipe the blade, glue application blocks, and glue buckets clean using ethanol. If the dirt cannot be removed, soak a wipe cloth in glue remover to wipe off any glue.

  • Page 179: Drying

    Glue Re-Application Drying Set the scale of the belt speed volume in the rear panel to 10, and then rotate the belt in the forward direction for 2 hours. Set the scale of the volume in the rear panel to 0 and then stop the rotation of the belt.

  • Page 180: Work After Application

    Glue Re-Application Work After Application After application, leave for 8 hours or more, and then remove the insulating tape. Standing in front of the machine, peel off the insulating tape from the end, and hold the tape while slowly rotating the belt in the forward direction to completely remove Check the entire belt for any foreign material.
  • Page 181 Glue Re-Application Return the belt cleaning unit to the original position. Perform steps 13 and 16 in "Replacing the washing T-shaped scraper." For more infor- mation, refer to “Replacing the Washing T-shaped Scraper" on Page 130. Insert the belt cleaning unit straight into its original position. If it is inserted at an angle, the belt cleaning unit position sensor in the left rear will be unable to detect it, and therefore the emergency stop status may not be released.
  • Page 182 Glue Re-Application Use a hex key (width: 4 mm) to tighten the screws on the front cover frame (4 screws). Use a hex key (width: 4 mm) to tighten the screws on the left and right sides of the fabric slack prevention unit (2 screws).
  • Page 183 Glue Re-Application Install the catching-prevention covers of hair and body parts on the right and left sides of the belt. Move to the rear of the machine, and remove the blade installation parts. Loosen the screws (1 each on right and left) using the hex key (width: 5 mm) to remove them.
  • Page 184 Glue Re-Application Align the screw holes on the blower and the screw holes on the machine as indicated in the figure. Machine Machine Machine Machine Machine screw holes front rear front rear Blower screw holes Tighten the screws on the blower (4 each) using the hex key (width: 5 mm).
  • Page 185 Glue Re-Application Cover the blower with the blower hose, up to the position indicated in the figure.
  • Page 186 Glue Re-Application Use a spanner (width: 7 mm) to tighten the screw on the blower hose. Attach the dewrinkling roller. Use two persons to attach the dewrinkling roller in the original position. Tighten the screws on each side of the roller (1 each) using the hex key (width: 5 mm). Attach the fabric guide bar.
  • Page 187 Glue Re-Application Close the rear cover. This completes the work.

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