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MIMAKI Tiger600-1800TS Care And Maintenance

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D203675-13
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  • Page 1 You can also download the latest manual from official website. MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. https://mimaki.com/ D203675-13 Original instructions...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction .................. 3 To Ensure Safe Use ...............  4 Symbols .................... 4 Prohibited Dangerous Actions ..............  5 Ink and Other Liquid Handling Precautions ........ 7 Installation Precautions.............. 8 Installation Space ................ 10 Maintenance 1. Maintenance Precautions ............ 12 2.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    MATERIALS CREATED WHILE USING THIS MACHINE. • USING THIS MACHINE IN CONJUNCTION WITH DEVICES OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED BY MIMAKI ENGINEERING MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR ACCIDENTS. SUCH INCIDENTS ARE NOT COVERED BY THE PRODUCT WARRANTY. MIMAKI ENGINEERING REJECTS ALL LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, ARISING FROM SUCH INCIDENTS.

  • Page 4: To Ensure Safe Use

    To Ensure Safe Use Symbols In this manual, the symbols indicate and explain precautions. Make sure you fully understand the meaning of each symbol and use the machine safely and correctly. Explanation Warning Indicates a potential hazard that may result in death or serious injury if handled improperly or if instructions are disregarded.

  • Page 5: Prohibited Dangerous Actions

    Prohibited Dangerous Actions Never perform any of the following dangerous actions while the power is turned on. Disregarding these precautions may result in serious injury (crushing or severing) if the carriage moves, for example during periodic maintenance. l Keep face, hands, and body away from carriage •...
  • Page 6 l Keep face, hands, body, and other objects away from cableveyor • Keep your face, hands, and body away from the Y cableveyor, and do not place objects on top of it. l Keep face, hands, and body away from underneath platen during operation •...

  • Page 7: Ink And Other Liquid Handling Precautions

    Thoroughly read them and make sure you understand the contents. • Be sure to read the safety data sheet (SDS) before use. https://mimaki.com/supply/sds/ • Pay close attention to ventilation and be sure to wear safety glasses, gloves, and a mask when handling ink, maintenance liquid, waste ink, or other solutions used with the machine.

  • Page 8: Installation Precautions

    Installation Precautions • Do not install the machine in a place close to fire. • Do not place flower vases, pots, cups, containers containing cosmetics, chemicals or water, or small metal items on or close to the machine. If they enter the machine, there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire.
  • Page 9 • Pay particular attention to the following diagram, and avoid installing in such conditions where possible. Conditions in which the side of the station is subject to drafts will increase the risk of nozzle clogging occurring during standby. If using the machine in the conditions described in the diagram below is unavoidable and nozzle clogging occurs during standby, take measures to avoid the station being exposed to direct drafts, such as by installing a partition between the machine and the air conditioner.

  • Page 10: Installation Space

    Installation Space Provide the following space around the machine to allow safe and proper replacement of ink and media: Item Tiger600-1800TS At least 8,300 mm (5,300 mm) Width At least 5,800 mm (2,800 mm) Depth (1,900 mm) Height Weight 1,620 kg *1.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Installation Precautions Maintenance To ensure years of precise performance, maintain the machine periodically based on frequency of use. Read the maintenance precautions thoroughly before maintaining this product.

  • Page 12: Maintenance Precautions

    • Never touch the print head nozzle surface. (Allow only personnel trained by Mimaki engineers to clean the head nozzle surface. No other persons must ever touch the nozzle surface.) Do not allow water or alcohol to come into contact with the print nozzle surface.

  • Page 13: Maintenance Timing

    SYSTEM ALARM or if the result of the supply test is less than 45 cc. "Ink filter replacement"(P. 34) Items Required for Maintenance To order replacement consumable items, contact your local dealer or our service office. For more information on consumable items, refer to our website. https://mimaki.com/supply/inkjet.html...
  • Page 14 2. Maintenance Timing Code Item Intended use SPC-0527 Cleaning Stick for Head Surrounding For maintenance SPC-0774 300 fan filter For blowing fan filter replacement SPC-0826 3-inch paper core 160 3-inch paper core SPC-0755 Cotton gauze For maintenance SPC-0766 H fan filter For carriage filter replacement SPA-0271 Wiper kit 300TS...

  • Page 15: Performing Maintenance

    3. Performing Maintenance 3. Performing Maintenance Wiper Cleaning The wiper wipes off ink adhering to the print head nozzle surface. Continuing to use the dirty wiper may cause the wiper to which dried ink and dust are attached to rub against the nozzle surface, leading to printing defects (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection).

  • Page 16: Carriage Underside Cleaning

    3. Performing Maintenance • Replace dirty or warped wipers with new ones. "Wiper Replacement"(P. 31) Reattach the wiper at the original position. Switch the maintenance switch to print mode. Maintenance Switch Tap [Complete] > [Finish] once cleaning is complete. Carriage Underside Cleaning The underside of the carriage becomes coated with ink wiped off by the wiper.
  • Page 17 3. Performing Maintenance Slide the maintenance cover on the left side of the Y-bar. • Lift the lever and slide it to the left. Maintenance cover Lever Clean around the print head. • Wipe off any ink and dust adhering using a cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance liquid.

  • Page 18: Wiper Unit Cleaning

    3. Performing Maintenance Switch the maintenance switch to print mode. Maintenance Switch Tap [Complete] > [Finish]. Wiper Unit Cleaning Continued use when dirty may prevent ink from flowing into the waste ink tank or cause dried ink and attached dust to rub against the head nozzle surface, leading to ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging, deflection).

  • Page 19: Waste Ink Tank Waste Ink Level Checking

    3. Performing Maintenance Switch the maintenance switch to maintenance mode. Maintenance Switch Use a disposable cup or similar container to rinse the contaminated parts of the filter on the left and right with purified water. • Be careful not to let liquids get inside the table. Do not allow liquids to get inside the device.

  • Page 20: Platen Cleaning

    3. Performing Maintenance Platen Cleaning • Switch the maintenance switch to maintenance mode before carrying out maintenance. Continuing to use the dirty platen will prevent proper feeding of the media. It will also cause dried ink and attached dust to rub against the head nozzle surface and lead to ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection).

  • Page 21: Ink Maintenance

    3. Performing Maintenance Ink Maintenance If ink constituents are sedimented, the ink density may become uneven. We recommend stirring the ink periodically to keep printing consistent. l Shaking the Ink tank Shake the Ink tank gently from left to right to ensure it is fully mixed. •...

  • Page 22: Blowing Fan Filter Cleaning

    3. Performing Maintenance Blowing Fan Filter Cleaning • Switch the maintenance switch to maintenance mode before carrying out maintenance. Wash the blowing fan filter in water if it is dirty. l Recommended cleaning guide • Check the filter for dirt every two weeks, and wash. •...

  • Page 23: Jam Sensor Detecting Plate Cleaning

    3. Performing Maintenance Attach the dry filter together with the fan filter cover. • Push in the fan filter cover until the tab clicks. Jam Sensor Detecting Plate Cleaning Continuing to use the dirty carriage underside will rub dried ink and attached dust on to the media, resulting in contaminated prints.

  • Page 24: Moisture Tray Cleaning

    3. Performing Maintenance • For heavy soiling, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in diluted neutral detergent and thoroughly wrung out. • Be careful not to let liquids get inside the table. Do not allow liquids to get inside the device. Otherwise there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire.
  • Page 25 3. Performing Maintenance Clean the moisture tray. Once cleaning is complete, tap [OK]. Replenish the purified water in the moisture tray. Once complete, tap [OK]. Switch the maintenance switch to print mode. Maintenance Switch Return the carriage to its original position, then tap [OK]. Exit [Moisture tray maintenance], then tap [OK].

  • Page 26: Performing Supply Test

    3. Performing Maintenance Performing supply test If the ink filter becomes clogged, this may prevent normal maintenance and possibly lead to head damage. This procedure should therefore be performed regularly to check the extent of ink filter clogging (ink supply capacity).
  • Page 27 3. Performing Maintenance Check the results. 1       80.0cc 2       80.0cc 3       80.0cc 4       80.0cc 5       0.0cc 6       0.0cc 7       0.0cc 8       0.0cc 1       80.0cc 2       80.0cc 3       80.0cc 4       80.0cc 5       0.0cc 6       0.0cc 7       0.0cc 8       0.0cc • The result for paths where the test failed will be 0.0 cc. Check to confirm that there are no ink tank level warnings (such as INK END or INK NEAR-END) and check to confirm that the ink tank is properly installed before starting the test.

  • Page 28: Drying Unit Cleaning

    3. Performing Maintenance Drying Unit Cleaning Maintain the unit if there is any dust or ink contamination. • The drying unit becomes extremely hot. Check to confirm that the unit has sufficiently cooled before commencing maintenance. • Switch the maintenance switch to maintenance mode before carrying out maintenance. From the MPC menu, tap [MAINTENANCE].

  • Page 29: Cleaning The Print Head Nozzle Surface

    • Allow only personnel trained by Mimaki engineers to clean the head nozzle surface. Allowing those without adequate training to clean nozzle surfaces may result in head failure. • Use only the supplies specified by Mimaki. Cleaning with other products may cause print head wear.
  • Page 30 3. Performing Maintenance The nozzle surface is cleaned. • Gently press a cleaning stick moistened with maintenance fluid against the nozzle surface for about 10 seconds. Press gently for about 10 seconds • Do not rub or press the cleaning stick with excessive force against the nozzle surface. Doing so may cause print head wear.

  • Page 31: Consumable Item Replacement

    To order replacement consumable items, contact your local dealer or our service office. For more information on consumable items, refer to our website. https://mimaki.com/supply/inkjet.html • Do not store consumable items in locations where children may enter. • When disposing of consumable items, contact an industrial waste disposal operator or dispose of in accordance with local laws and regulations.

  • Page 32: Carriage Filter Replacement

    4. Consumable Item Replacement Mount a new wiper. Switch the maintenance switch to print mode. Maintenance Switch Tap [Complete] > [Finish] once replacement is complete. • The wiper usage count is reset. Carriage Filter Replacement Check the mist filters and replace if very dirty. •...

  • Page 33: Blower Filter Replacement

    4. Consumable Item Replacement Blower Filter Replacement Check the blower filter condition, and replace if especially dirty. • Replacement guide: Once every six months (* Varies depending on extent of contamination, usage environment, and volume printed.) • Turn off the main power before performing maintenance tasks. Remove the side cover.

  • Page 34: Ink Filter Replacement

    • Ink filters can be replaced by the operator only on machines compatible with the simple filter replacement kit. • be sure to wear the included safety glasses and gloves. • If the messages described persist even after replacing the ink filters, contact Mimaki Technical Support. l Ink filter replacement procedure From MENU on the touch panel, tap [MAINTENANCE].
  • Page 35 4. Consumable Item Replacement Open the F maintenance cover as instructed on the wizard screen. Cover, rear Cover, front F maintenance cover Remove the fitting below the filter. • Press down on the fitting latch, then pull out the insert. Latch Body Insert...
  • Page 36 4. Consumable Item Replacement Remove the fitting above the filter. Detach the tube from the filter. • Lay paper towels around the area before starting replacement work to protect the surrounding area from ink when disconnecting tubes. Attach the tube to the new filter. •...
  • Page 37 4. Consumable Item Replacement • Be sure to press down the latch fully when inserting the fitting. If you try to forcibly insert the fitting without pressing down the latch fully, there is a risk of damaging the O-ring on the fitting, which may cause ink leakage.
  • Page 38 Check to confirm that the test results are less than 45 cc. 1       80.0cc 2       80.0cc 3       80.0cc 4       80.0cc 5       0.0cc 6       0.0cc 7       0.0cc 8       0.0cc 1       80.0cc 2       80.0cc 3       80.0cc 4       80.0cc 5       0.0cc 6       0.0cc 7       0.0cc 8       0.0cc • If the test results are less than 45 cc immediately after replacing the filters, contact Mimaki Technical Support.

  • Page 39: Requests For Care And Maintenance

    Requests for Care and Maintenance November,2024 MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO.,LTD. 2182-3 Shigeno-otsu, Tomi-shi, Nagano 389-0512 JAPAN D203675-13-29112024...
  • Page 40 © MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD.2023 System Pack 2.00.0...

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