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SureColor SC-F7000
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- Page 2 This guide will not only help you quickly set up the SureColor F7000, but also make sure you get the best print quality Introduction Page 2 and take full advantage of the wealth of features integrated into this printer. The F7000 is using a new Epson Ink: Epson What is sublimation? Page 2 Ultrachrome DS Ink (Dye Sublimation).
- Page 3 Temperature and timing for sublimation To make sure you get the best results, it’s important to use the correct temperature and timing settings. Epson Dye Sub starts to sublimate around 90° – 100°. Most polyester fabrics can cope with up to approximately 200°C for a 45 – 55sec duration (please check individual fabric specifications first).
- Page 4 Applications and resolutions What can I expect with these print modes? Depending on your production requirements, different print resolution are required for different fabrics and textiles: In order to balance production with quality, it is important to remember that a piece of fabric doesn’t have the same “resolution”...
- Page 5 SureColor Series printer. The media roll holder allows for The new Epson UltraChrome DS Ink for the SureColor SC-F7000 builds on the strengths of the Epson UltraChrome spindleless operation and supports cores up to three inches in diameter.
- Page 6 Setting up the printer Load the media Having read the introduction and guided tour, you are now ready to run some prints or a demo. Loading and unloading media from the SureColor highlights how efficient and easy to use it is. Once installed and operational, a single user can load substrate, correctly position and access operational features quickly and easily.
- Page 7 Open the front cover, release the media securing lever and pull the centre of the media towards you. After pulling the media through the printer, ensure you position it with the alignment marks on the right hand side of the printer. Tighten the roll holder fixing screws and repeat the process on the right-hand side.
- Page 8 Proceed to media adjustments Printable surface out Printable surface in By using [RIP Settings] management Choose the printable surface (In or OUT). Set the platen Gap according your media thickness. RIP Settings : For times when you wish to use a different printable surface (e.g : Surface IN), it’s very important to modify the settings Platen Gap (1,5, 2, 2,5) ...
- Page 9 Set the tension measurement and value. 100mm Pattern Manual Primary Tension Measurement Media Tension 100.0 Secondary Periodically Every Page Input Distance Off Range: 50.0-150.0 mm Range: Lv 0-40 [OK] Done [] Back [OK] Proceed [] Back Current: Lv 15 [OK] Done [] Back...
- Page 10 Updating the firmware Choose the multi-strike printing value (0 to 8). This is only required if you need to add ink density (mostly used for transparent media). Before starting to print, it’s important to update the firmware if your printer is running an old version. To confirm the firmware Set the tension measurement and value —...
- Page 11 On the next screen, select “Printer and Port” and click on New Device. Before beginning with Ergosoft TexPrint and Epson SC F7000, ensure you have: • Filled and charged the F7000 with ink.
- Page 12 Depending on the job, select the correct media and fabric type and profile resolution. Example: “Epson SC-F7000 Charm Classic 75gsm Satin 2 pass” Note: All printouts will be transferred onto a piece of fabric, therefore it’s important to set “Mirror Job Optimised” as the default option.
- Page 13 Refilling the printer Temporary Settings Tip: Modifying the settings from this screen does not alter your environment settings. All modified settings will return to previous settings saved in “Environment Settings” for subsequent jobs. When refilling ink, always wear protective gloves and glasses to prevent ink coming into contact with eyes or skin. Print resolution and pass The F7000 has an ink refill system that uses ink pouches and an external ink tank.
- Page 14 Open the slider ink inlet cover. Remove the chip unit from the slider. Remove the ink inlet cap from the ink tank. Attach the chip unit supplied with the new ink pack to the slider. Check to confirm that the colour of the label on the slide matches the colour of the label on the chip unit when installing.
- Page 15 When you are prompted to refill the tank and its level is higher than 70mm (use the ink pouch level as shown on p24), it means the Ink Tank (Epson Genuine Ink Supply System C12C890921) needs to be replaced. Order a new genuine ink supply set and four cleaning cartridges (1582821) and replace the part as detailed.
- Page 16 Maintenance Storing and transporting the printer Before any transportation, we recommend carrying out a “Before Transfer” procedure due to the printer’s external ink tanks. To maintain optimum print performance of your SC-F7000, regular maintenance is essential, especially if it is operating in windy BEFORE TRANSFER (transport) PREPARATION (only performed by a service engineer) or dusty environments.
- Page 17 Weekly maintenance Check and clean the wiper Before carrying out regular cleaning, always wear protective gloves and glasses to prevent ink coming into Use a large swab (included in the maintenance kit) to remove stained ink from the wiper and the attachment point. contact with eyes or skin.
- Page 18 Trouble shoot quick guide Maintenance frequency chart Printer Part Action Print Duty Head alignment High (3hr/day) (4–5hr/day) (6hr/day) Most problems with image quality through graininess results from incorrect head alignment. Check / inspect Daily Daily Daily The head alignment can be separately done for [RIP Settings] or (Media xx]. Daily Daily Daily...
- Page 19 Paper feed banding Colour consistency To avoid paper feed banding, perform paper feed adjustment for each type of media used to print: To avoid paper feed banding, perform paper feed adjustment for each type of media used to print: Depending on your media settings, colour consistency issues can occur as a result of: • ...
- Page 20 Annexes for SC-F7000 Ink drips on media The control panel Depending on your printing environment and level of usage, regular maintenance should be performed (especially at higher frequency usage) otherwise random ink drips will appear on the media. If ink drips continue you should perform the maintenance more frequently.
- Page 21 Maximum print area 1615.6 mm A – The Epson SC-F7000 allows you to refill during printing following a refill warning message from the Control Panel. If you try Print margin 5 mm for each side / 10 mm for each side (when you use paper holder plate)
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