Print Quality Problems Machine Serial No. Identification Recommended Spares Kit Parts List - Body Details Drawing - Body Parts List - Cassette Details Drawing - Cassette Dimensions Datasheet. Frame Installation Datasheet. Airborne Noise Emissions. Warranty Open Date Group Companies, Agents & Distributors.
E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions carefully. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Always disconnect the printhead and controller from the mains electricity and air supply before attempting to clean or service it.
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 DIGI-50 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Temperature Button To adjust the temperature setting, press and hold down the temperature button and use the up/down arrow keys to the left of the display to increase or decrease the set point. (Required Temperature) Range:- Minimum 70ºC (158ºF), Maximum 240ºC (464ºF).
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 Digi50 Control Unit Rear Panel (Cables Excluded For Clarity) Print Signal (External Trigger) On / Off Switch Printer Cable Supply Voltage Solenoid Valve MODEL 208000 G6613 240V VOLTS AMPS 50/60 Supply Voltage Details Earth Test Point Page 7...
E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MAGAZINE REMOVAL (see page 33) To remove the foil magazine, slide the black catch, hold in place and withdraw the magazine using the black handle. If the printer is on-line (Print LED on) the alarm will sound.
E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 INITIAL SETTING PROCEDURE Ensure that printing foil and substrate are compatible. If in doubt, contact foil supplier for assistance. Remove Type Holder from printhead. Ensure that rubber print base is clean, undamaged and securely retained in position under printer.
E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 AIR FLOW CONTROLS The airflow restrictors are usually attached to the solenoid valve exhaust ports. They work by regulating the speed at which air is exhausted from the air cylinder. Turning the adjusting screws will alter the exhaust airflow and consequently the print ram velocity, it will also affect noise levels.
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 E-CODER CONNECTION DETAILS AIR SUPPLY. 6mm DIA NYLON TUBING. 4 - 7 BAR (60 - 100 psi) CLEAN, DRY AIR. Page 11...
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 DIGI-50 CALIBRATION METHOD Note: Calibration Temperature Range = 70ºC to 220ºC (158ºF to 428ºF) The control unit is factory calibrated at 130ºC, and is set up in “MODE 1”supplied as standard. See page 13 for a list of the different modes available.
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 STATIC TEMPERATURE RESULTS CALIBRATED AT 130°C Page 21...
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At end of foil roll, the LED is on. Internal bleeper is sounding. Type Holder Door Opened This feature is not available on E-Coder. Low Air Pressure Switch (If connected) When air pressure is low, the LED is on. External Pressure switch required.
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 DIGI-50 ALARM SYSTEM FAULTS If no LEDs are on, check the mains supply and the fuses on the PCB. For wiring Page 23...
E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 THERMISTOR FAULTS Digi50 controller utilising the Open Date printer range and a standard thermistor. Re-calibrate controller as detailed on page 20 NOTE. Results may vary, depending on type of Thermistor and actual temperature. Page 24...
E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 MECHANICAL FAULTS FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE Insufficient foil pull. Foil adjusting screw wound in too far. Pinch roller not engaged. Broken torsion Spring in body. Grub screw loose in cam or lever. Rubber drive roller damaged or dirty.
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Always quote the model and serial number when ordering spare parts. Company Logo CE mark Type of machine MODEL E-CODER SERIAL NO. 123456 Serial number Open Date Equipment Ltd. Puma Trade Park, MANUFACTURED Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4DG. UK 2011 TEL: (020) 8655 4999 FAX: (020) 8655 4990 Manufacturer...
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 RECOMMENDED SPARES LIST Covering: E-CODER MECHANICAL STOCK REF Spring Set SPR620215 Drive Belt DRI620048 Drive Roller Assembly DRI620204 Fork End Roller Assembly FOR620208 Brake Strap BRA620038 Grey Self Adhesive Print Base SABASE 300 x 450mm sheet or 7.
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 E-CODER BODY PARTS LIST When ordering spare parts please use the Stock Reference. Item numbers refer to those on the following assembly drawings. ITEM DESCRIPTION STOCK REF. NOTES Cylinder liner LIN620017 Main body Piston PIS620020 Piston/Seal assy ref. PIS620200...
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 E-CODER BODY ASSEMBLY Page 29...
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 E-CODER CASSETTE PARTS LIST When ordering spare parts please use the Stock Reference. Item numbers refer to those on the following assembly drawings. ITEM DESCRIPTION STOCK REF. NOTES Take-off hub assy HUB620201 Includes items 26,44,50,56,57. Rewind hub assy...
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 E-CODER AIRBOURNE NOISE EMISSIONS Comprehensive tests have been carried out with the Sprint fitted in a standard printer frame and mounted onto a typical label applicator. Measurements were taken at 1.6 metres above floor level and approximately 1 metre away from the printer in all directions.
STANDARD WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR HOT FOIL PRINTERS All Open Date Hot Foil Printers Carry a twelve (12) month return to base (at our discretion) warranty. Open Date printers should be installed and operated according to the instructions given in the operating manual. No liability will be accepted for faults caused by incorrect installation or operation of the equipment or if the product has been altered or subjected to unreasonable use.
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E-Coder-Digi50 06/08/13 OPEN DATE GROUPS COMPANIES AND DISTRIBUTORS FRANCE OPEN DATE FRANCE Z.I. D’Attichy No.8, voie Industrielle 60350 Attichy. Tel:- +33 (0)3 44 42 94 43 Fax:- +33 (0)3 44 42 17 17 Email:- info@opendatefrance.com GERMANY OPEN DATE GmbH Mittler Stämmig 4 D - 97292 Üttingen...
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