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.
[43] Printer Hardware
Operator Interface Components
Hardware Interface Components
Component
1) Main Power Switch
2) Emergency Stops
3) Carriage Guard
4) Ink Purge Valves
5) Printer Status Bea-
con
6) UV Lamps
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Function
Turns the printer On and Off.
Emergency stop buttons can shut down all motion and
hazardous systems. There are three E-stops, one on the
podium stand, and one on each end of the gantry.
Protects the Operator from exposure to UV light and stops
all motion if dislodged by an obstacle.
Allow the operator to isolate specific printheads to purge
ink as part of cleaning the nozzles.
Indicates printer status. See Chapter 3 for details.
UV light is used to cure the ink.