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MIMAKI UJF-706 Operation Manual

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MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD.
URL: http://eng.mimaki.co.jp/is
D202102-20

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  • Page 1 MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. URL: http://eng.mimaki.co.jp/is D202102-20...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CAUTION ................ vi CAUTION ................vi Requests .................vi FCC Statement (USA) .............vi INTERFERENCE TO TELEVISIONS AND RADIOS ..vi CDRH REGULATION .............vii Foreword ................viii On this operation manual ..........viii For safe operation ............ix Pictorial signs ..............ix How to Read This Operation Manual ......xvi CHAPTER 1 Before Use Installing this machine ..........
  • Page 3 CHAPTER 2 Basic Operations Operation flow ............2-2 Turning the power ON/OFF ........2-4 Turning the power ON ..........2-4 Maintenance operation at startup ......2-6 Turning the power OFF ..........2-8 Preventing nozzle dropout while power-off ....2-9 Setting media ............2-11 Changing the height of the table ......
  • Page 4 Changing the UV illumination intensity ....3-19 Sets UV irradiation at starting/ ending of drawing 3-20 Setting the priority ..........3-21 Sets the cooling time per scan ......3-22 Initializing the settings .......... 3-23 Turning OFF the UV lamp ........3-24 Selecting for head gap adjustment ......3-24 Setting the UV lamp OFF duration .......
  • Page 5 Regular maintenance of white ink ......4-21 If blur or missing remains ........4-24 Fill Up Ink ..............4-24 Subtank Maintenance ..........4-25 Wiper cleaning ............. 4-26 Refill antifreeze liquid ........... 4-28 Refilling antifreeze liquid ......... 4-29 Cleaning of the UV lamp filter ......4-30 Cleaning of the UV power supply filter ....
  • Page 6 CHAPTER 6 Appendix Specifications ............6-2 Basic unit specifications ..........6-2 Specifications for ink ..........6-3 Position of the warning label ........6-4 Function Flowchart ..........6-6...

  • Page 8: Caution

    • In the case where MIMAKI-recommended cable is not used for connection of this device, limits provided by FCC rules can be exceeded. To prevent this, use of MIMAKI-recommended cable is essential for the connection of this device.

  • Page 9: Cdrh Regulation

    CAUTION CDRH REGULATION The Center for Devices and Radiological Health for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Implement regulations for laser products. The sentence of “This product complies with 21 CFR chapter I and subchapter J” indicates compliance with the CDRH regulations and is labeled on the product when marketed in the United States.

  • Page 10: Foreword

    Before starting to operate the printer, be sure to read this Operation Manual carefully . On this operation manual • This Operation Manual describes the operation and maintenance of Model UJF-706 UV printer (hereinafter referred to as the device). • Please read and fully understand this Operation Manual before putting the machine into service. It is also necessary to keep this Operation Manual on hand.

  • Page 11: For Safe Operation

    For safe operation Pictorial signs Pictorial signs are used in this Operation Manual for safe operation of and in prevention of damages to the device. Pictorial signs and their meanings are given below. Read and fully understand before reading the text. Example of pictorial signs Indicates the case where it is assumed that misuse of the machine, ignoring this sign, as this may cause fire or poisoning.
  • Page 12 WARNING • Be sure to setup the appropriate air-moving system in case of using the device in a closed room or a room with bad ventilation. Cautions for constructing exhaust outlet Please observe the following things to prevent the device. (1) The sharp of the exhaust outlet depends on your building enviroment.
  • Page 13 For safe operation Never do the following WARNING Do not disassemble or remodel the device Handling of ink cartridges • Never disassemble or remodel the main unit of • Some of the ingredients (UV Curing initiator) the printer and the ink cartridge.Disassembling/ have toxic consequences to aquatic life.Avoid remodeling any of them will result in electric leak into water system or sewage containing...
  • Page 14 • Do not apply ultraviolet (UV) light directly to your skin,or it may cause irritation on your skin. • Be sure to use only the UV lamp recommended by Mimaki,or it may cause fire or damages to the unit.Never use UV lamps other than those recommended by Mimaki.We would take no responsibility for any troubles caused through the use of a UV lamp not recommended by Mimaki.

  • Page 15: Precautions For Use

    For safe operation Precautions for use CAUTION Protection against dust Periodic exchange parts • It is strongly recommended to use the device in • There are some parts which must be replaced a room that is not dusty. by service men.You have to make a contract Set the Refresh level 2 or 3 when in bad with distributors or dealers for after-sale service.
  • Page 16 • The UV lamp performance and service life are significantly affected by the UV irradiation and UV power supply units used.Never use those UV devices other than those recommended by Mimaki.We would take no responsibility for any troubles caused through the use of a UV devices not recommended by Mimaki.
  • Page 17 For safe operation Notices for installation CAUTION A place exposed to direct A place in which temperature and A place that is not horizontal sunlight humidity vary by a great margin •Use the device under the following environment. Operating •environment : 15 ～...

  • Page 18: How To Read This Operation Manual

    How to Read This Operation Manual This manual provides the explanation about the displayed characters and used keys on the “Display Panel” in addition to the operation procedures. Proceed operations confirming them while using.

  • Page 19: Before Use

    CHAPTER 1 Before Use In this chapter, operations before using this machine including parts name and setting procedures are explained. Installing this machine......1-2 UV Irradiation Device and Indicator.. 1-10 Where to install ......... 1-2 UV irradiation device ......1-10 Working Environmental Temperature ..1-3 Function of indicator .......1-10 Moving this machine .........

  • Page 20: Installing This Machine

    Installing this machine Where to install Before assembling this machine, secure a sufficient space to install. Decide the place considering the machine size and a space required for drawing. Width Lengh Height Total Weight 2500 mm 1750 mm 1550 mm Approx.500 kg •...

  • Page 21: Working Environmental Temperature

    Installing this machine Working Environmental Temperature Use this machine in an environment of 15 to 30°C to ensure reliable drawing. Moving this machine Move this machine according to the following steps when this machine is required to move on the step-free same floor.

  • Page 22: Configuration And Function

    Configuration and Function Front/ Side Carriage The head to print and the UV Emergency switch lamp are in it. Scans from side to side. ( P.1-7) Press in the event of an emergency. The power is forcibly cut to stop unit operation.

  • Page 23: Rear/ Side Of The Main Power Switch

    Configuration and Function Rear/ Side of the main power switch USB Connector USB2.0-compliant interface connector. AC Inlet (Inlet 1) Connects the power cable. Main Power Switch 1 Turns on/off the power of this machine (except UVLamp). Water Heating Device Keeps the ink at a proper temperature.

  • Page 24: Operation Panel

    Operation Panel The operation panel is used for each operation. COOLING lamp Display Lights while the UV lamp is being cooled down. Displays the status of this UV READY lamp machine, set items and errors. Shows the irradiation condition of the UV LED on both sides.

  • Page 25: Carriage And Uv Irradiation Device

    Configuration and Function Carriage and UV irradiation device A print head for drawing and two UV irradiation device are mounted on the carriage. Depending on the condition of this machine, the position of the carriage is different. • Do not expose your naked eyes directly to the light irradiated from the lighting UV Lamp. Wiper The wiper on the right front side of this machine removes the ink attached on the head at ink filling or clean- ing.

  • Page 26: Emergency Switch

    Configuration and Function Emergency Switch When stopping the machine for safety reason, press the switch. Emergency stop switches are located on upper part of the machine (on two places). UV power supply The UV power supply located at the lower left of this machine works with the UV irradiation device.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Cables

    Connecting the cables Connecting the USB2.0 interface cable Connect a computer to this machine with the USB2.0 interface cable. • Your RIP is required to support USB2.0 interface. • If USB2.0 interface is not installed in your computer, ask a RIP vender near you or our branch office.

  • Page 28: Uv Irradiation Device And Indicator

    UV Irradiation Device and Indicator UV irradiation device • Do not expose your naked eyes directly to the light irradiated from the UV lamp when it lights. • Do not touch the UV irradiation device when it is being lit or just after it is set OFF. It may cause a burn injury, as it is very hot.

  • Page 29: Setting The Ink Cartridge

    Setting the ink cartridge Insert the ink cartridges into the ink station. Available Ink Type Ink Type Color Magenta Cyan Yellow (SPC-0404HY included ) Black SPC-0371 Ink White Light Magenta Light Cyan Clear Magenta Cyan Yellow SPC-0516 Ink Black (K-200) White Light Magenta Light Cyan...
  • Page 30 How to shake an ink cartridge Shake ink inside the cartridge once or more a day. Wrap the tip of an ink cartridge with paper towel. Wrap the tip with paper towel. Tape both ends of the paper towel on the cartridge.
  • Page 31 Setting the ink cartridge Cautions when setting ink cartridges When setting ink cartridges, be careful of the followings. • Check the ink set, then insert correct color ink car- Ink slot No. tridges. • Insert the ink cartridges to the end of the slot. And do not insert/pull out the cartridges roughly.
  • Page 32 • Never disassemble the ink cartridge. • Never refill the ink cartridge with ink. Refilling the ink cartridge can cause a trouble. Remember that Mimaki assumes no responsibility for any damage caused by the use of the ink cartridge replenished with ink.

  • Page 33: About Washing Cartridge For Hard Cleaning

    About Washing Cartridge for Hard Cleaning Set the dedicated washing cartridge into the mounting slot. • Use a genuine washing cartridge. • Use in the proper way in conjunction with the head maintenance method. 1-15...

  • Page 34: About Media

    About Media The sizes of media that can be used and the method of handling are described here. Usable media size Maximum width 710 mm Minimum width 210 mm Maximum print length 700 mm Thickness 0.2mm to 150 mm φ250 mm or less Outside diameter Weight 25kg or less...

  • Page 35: Local>And

    <LOCAL>and<REMOTE> <LOCAL> and <REMOTE> are shown on the display of this machine. < L O C A L . 1 > * R E MO T E . 1 * LOCAL When <LOCAL> is diplayed, the followings can be set. All keys are available.
  • Page 36 1-18...

  • Page 37: Basic Operations

    CHAPTER 2 Basic Operations In this chapter, the procedure from media preparation to drawing are explained. Operation flow ............2-2 Turning the power ON/OFF........2-4 Turning the power ON ..........2-4 Maintenance operation at startup ......2-6 Turning the power OFF ..........2-8 Preventing nozzle dropout while power-off ....

  • Page 38: Operation Flow

    Operation flow Turning the power on See "Turning the power ON/OFF" P.2-4) Setting media See "Setting media" ( P.2-11) Head cleaning See "Head cleaning" ( P.2-14)
  • Page 39 Operation flow Head cleaning See "Head cleaning" ( P.2-14) Drawing an image from See "Drawing an image from data" P.2-18) data Turning the power off See "Turning the power ON/OFF" P.2-4)

  • Page 40: Turning The Power On/Off

    Turning the power ON/OFF Turning the power ON This machine has the following power switches. :They are on the side of this machine. UV power supply switch Main power switch :They are on the side of this machine. Power switch :It is on the right front side of this machine.
  • Page 41 Turning the power ON/OFF <LOCAL> appears. < L OCA L . 1 > Turn the power of the connected computer ON.

  • Page 42: Maintenance Operation At Startup

    Maintenance operation at startup When the power on maintenance is valid, the operation below is performed depending on the status at startup of this machine. For the power on maintenance setting, refer to "Perform cleaning automatically when the power P.4-18 supply is turned on".
  • Page 43 Turning the power ON/OFF If ink in subtank is not enough Fill ink into the subtank. SUP P L Y I NG I NK * * * * * - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - •...

  • Page 44: Turning The Power Off

    Turning the power OFF When finishing the use of this machine, turn the power OFF with the power switch on the front side of this machine. When turning the power off, check the followings. • Data is not being receivied from the computer, or there is any undrawn data. •...

  • Page 45: Preventing Nozzle Dropout While Power-Off

    Turning the power ON/OFF Preventing nozzle dropout while power-off Even while the power switch is off, the machine starts periodically and executes various functions to prevent nozzle dropout. (Supported from the firmware ver.1.70) • Do not turn off the power switch at startup from the sleep mode. When the sleep operation has been completed, the machine turns off the power switch automatically.
  • Page 46 Turning the power ON/OFF When turning the power OFF ● Do not turn the main power switch OFF. If the main power switch is ON, the power periodically turns on and the nozzle dropout prevention function is operated. If the main power switch is OFF, the sleep function does not work and this may cause nozzle dropout. ●...

  • Page 47: Setting Media

    Setting media For this machine, you can use the media of 150 mm thickness or below. For the media to be used, refer to P.1-16 "Usable media size". • In the inkjet printer, ink drops tend to turn into mist when the gap between head and media is set wider than 2mm because of the insurmountable length.

  • Page 48: Changing The Height Of The Table

    Setting media Changing the height of the table The table can be raised or lowered when setting media. when <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. TABLE Raise or lower the table with the T A B L E H E I GH T S E T key.

  • Page 49: Test Drawing

    Test drawing Make test drawing to check blur or missing caused by nozzle clogging. • When the following message is displayed, it cannot print. Start drawing after the message has disappeared. “WATER NOT READY” ：The water temperature in the water heating device has not reached the predetermined value.

  • Page 50: Head Cleaning

    Head cleaning If test pattern is not normal, execute head cleaning. There are 3 types of head cleaning. Normal Select this when there is a dozen line missed on the test pattern. P.2-14 Select this when there are several lines missed on the test pattern. Wiping P.2-16 The wiper wipes.

  • Page 51: Cleaning By Hard

    Head cleaning Cleaning by Hard When <LOCAL> is dipslayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. CLEANING Select [hard] with the key, C L E A N I NG and press the key. T Y P E : h a r d ENTER Select execution of cleaning for each...

  • Page 52: Cleaning By Wiping

    Cleaning by Wiping When <LOCAL> is dipslayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. CLEANING Select [wiping] with the key, C L E A N I NG and press the key. T Y P E : w i p i n g ENTER Select execution of cleaning for each C L E A N I NG...

  • Page 53: Cleaning By Hard2

    Head cleaning Cleaning by Hard2 When <LOCAL> is dipslayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. CLEANING Select [hard2] with the key, C L E A N I NG and press the key. T Y P E : h a r d 2 ENTER Select execution of cleaning for each...

  • Page 54: Drawing An Image From Data

    Drawing an image from data • Be sure to setup the appropriate air-moving system in case of using the device in a closed room or a room with bad ventilation. Starting the drawing • If the UV irradiation device is not ready or the temperature of the water heating system has not reached the predetermined value, a message is displayed.

  • Page 55: Cancelling The Drawing

    Drawing an image from data Cancelling the drawing To stop the drawing, stop the drawing operation and erase the received data from this machine. Press the key while drawing. REMOTE * R EMO T E . 1 * • Drawing operation stops. •...

  • Page 56: Use The Copy Function

    Use the Copy Function In case that you use copy function of this machine, RasterLinkPro5 is necessary. By setting the RasterLinkPro5, a message “Place another < L OC A L . 1 > P l a c e a n o t h e r m e d i a media”, is displayed after drawing, and the drawing stops temporarily.

  • Page 57: About Covers

    Drawing an image from data About covers • Do not open the right and the left covers during drawing. If you open the cover during drawing, drawing will be stopped and you cannot continue it. • Make sure to open and close the cover with holding the handles. If you open the right and the left covers during drawing, the carriage stops for your safety and the drawing operation of this machine stops.
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  • Page 59: Useful Function

    CHAPTER 3 Useful Function In this chapter, the operation procedures for using the this machine more conveniently and each setting procedure are explained. Changing origin ........3-2 Setting the priority......3-21 Sets the cooling time per scan..3-22 Changing origin with JOG keys ....3-2 Changing origin with FUNCTION menu ...

  • Page 60: Changing Origin

    Changing origin The default origin position can be changed. There are following 2 changing methods. Changing with the JOG keys Changing with the “ORIGIN” in the FUNCTION menu Changing origin with JOG keys when <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > keys.

  • Page 61: Changing Origin With Function Menu

    Changing origin Changing origin with FUNCTION menu To precisely set the origin of coordinates, set its X- and Y- coordinates from the FUNCTION menu. This setting value becomes the origin position (0, 0). Press the key in the local FUNCTION <...

  • Page 62: Adjusting Head Gap

    Adjusting head gap Selecting for head gap adjustment Select the check method for gap adjustment during printing based on the head gap valueentered. There are two check methods available. Select the check method to be usedaccording to the media to be used. Sense mode : Select this mode when the thickness of media varies forprinting operations.

  • Page 63: Checking Head Gap

    Adjusting head gap Checking head gap When continue mode has been selected, be sure to check the gap. The table can be ad-justed in height, according to thickness of a media used for printing. The table height mustbe set according to the media thickness. If the table height is too low, it may affect theprinting quality and even damage the media or the device itself.

  • Page 64: When Nozzles Missing Can Not Be Improved

    When nozzles missing can not be improved Alternative nozzles for printing, when nozzles missing can not be improved NOZZLE RECOVERY: When nozzles missing can not be improved at specific points, other good nozzles can be used as alternatives for printing. (Supported from the firmware ver.1.90) When <LOCAL>...
  • Page 65 When nozzles missing can not be improved Register the Nozzle number that needs NO Z Z L E RC V R NOZZLE RECOVERY and then press NO Z Z L E 1 ( K ) N o . 1 : O F F key.

  • Page 66: Reset The Set Value

    When nozzles missing can not be improved Reset the set value Supported from the firmware ver.1.90. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L > key. FUNCTION Select the [MAINTENANCE] by F U NC T I ON pressing the key, and MA I N T E N A NC E...

  • Page 67: Setting The Print Condition In A Set

    Setting the print condition in a set Settings on printing. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER F U NC T I ON S E T U P <...

  • Page 68: Setting The Print Condition

    Setting the print condition Change the settings according to the purpose. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER F U NC T I ON S E T U P <...
  • Page 69 Setting the print condition Setting list The settings of the print condition are as follows. The underlined has been set as default. These settings can be registered on the “Type”. Item Setting Outline Inputting the value of gap between the HEAD GAP(P.3-16) 0.9 to 1.2 to 2.0 head and the media.

  • Page 70: Setting Media Compensation

    Setting media compensation When changing the type of media, adjust the media feeding. If wrongly adjusted, it may not print clearly such as stripes on the print. • When using roll media, the media returns to the print origin at the end of [MEDIA COMP.]. Then the roll media in the rear of this machine will slack.
  • Page 71 Setting media compensation Press the key twice to start ENTER [ 1 ] print. MED I A COMP . < e n t > Check the compensation pattern, then [ 1 ] MED I A COMP . input the correction value with the AD J US T key.

  • Page 72: Setting The Print Method

    Setting the print method Set about printing. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER F U NC T I ON S E T U P < E N T > Select the type 1 to 4 with the S E T U P key, and press the...
  • Page 73 Setting the print method Item Description STANDARD Standard drawing quality QUALITY FINE High quality drawing (drawing speed is slower) FAST High speed drawing (image quality is slightly inferior) 3-15...

  • Page 74: Registering Head Gap Value

    Registering head gap value Inputting the value of gap between the head and the media. The registered value is reflected on all media. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Press the key.

  • Page 75: Set The Scan Width Of The Head

    Set the scan width of the head By setting the scan width of the head, you can shorten the printing time. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER F U NC T I ON S E T U P...
  • Page 76 Set the scan width of the head • When the width of image data is wider than setup scan width of the head, the width of image data has a priority. Therefore, the image data is printed beyond setup scan width. Make sure the width of image data is narrower than the setup scan width before printing.

  • Page 77: Changing The Uv Illumination Intensity

    Changing the UV illumination intensity When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER F U NC T I ON S E T U P < E N T > Select the type 1 to 4 with the S E T U P key, and press the...

  • Page 78: Sets Uv Irradiation At Starting/ Ending Of Drawing

    Sets UV irradiation at starting/ ending of drawing Around the place where drawing has ended, UV ink may not cure due to lack of UV irradiation. In addition, as the temperature of the board face becomes uneven around the place where drawing has started, UV ink fixing may not be stable.

  • Page 79: Setting The Priority

    Setting the priority For the items below, select the setting priority from this machine’s setting or the computer’s setting. Items: Print mode/ Ink layers/ Cooling time When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key.

  • Page 80: Sets The Cooling Time Per Scan

    Sets the cooling time per scan When you print on the media that will be deformed by heat of the UV lamp, set the machine so that the media will be cooled per scan. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the <...

  • Page 81: Initializing The Settings

    Initializing the settings Initializes the print condition settings. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER F U NC T I ON S E T U P < E N T > Press the key.

  • Page 82: Turning Off The Uv Lamp

    Turning OFF the UV lamp Selecting for head gap adjustment The UV irradiation device automatically goes OFF when no printing is carried out 30 min-utes or more. When printing is to be carried out with a long interval, the UV lamp can be setOFF to make the UV lamp service life longer.

  • Page 83: Setting The Uv Lamp Off Duration

    Setting the UV lamp OFF duration Set time until the UV lamp is turned OFF. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. Select [OFF TIMER] with the U V L AMP key, and press the key.

  • Page 84: Changing The Uv Illumination Intensity

    Changing the UV illumination intensity Intensity of the light at [HIGH], [NORMAL] and [LOW] may be changeable in 16 stepsbetween 50% and 100%. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. Select [SET UV LEVEL] with the U V L AMP key, and press the key.

  • Page 85: Machine Setup

    MACHINE SETUP It is each type of setting for using this machine more comfortably. Item Outline Set value LOW / STANDARD / MIST FAN Setting the strength of rear mist fan. HIGH / OFF TIME SET Setting the present date and time. 01 ~ 99 Setting a machine name (machine No.) for recognizing MACHINE NAME...

  • Page 86: Setting The Strength Of Mist Fan

    Setting the strength of mist fan When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Select the [MACHINE SETUP] with the F U NC T I ON key, and press the MA CH I N E S E T U P < E N T > ENTER key.

  • Page 87: Setting Time

    MACHINE SETUP Setting time When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Select the [MACHINE SETUP] with the F U NC T I ON key, and press the MA CH I N E S E T U P < E N T > ENTER key.

  • Page 88: Setting Machine Name

    Setting Machine name Set a machine name (machine No.) for recognizing each machine when plural machines are connected through USB2.0 interface. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Select the [MACHINE SETUP] with the F U NC T I ON key, and press the MA CH I N E S E T U P <...

  • Page 89: Change The Print Quality

    • As for the items, see the list on the below. Press the key several times to end. Item Description STANDARD Draws with the standard speed and the image quality of UJF-706. QUALITY HIGH Draws slowly to ensure high image quality. 3-31...

  • Page 90: Confirming Machine Information

    Confirming machine information The machine information of the machine is confirmable. Confirmable items of the machine information are as follows. Item Description Serial No. Displays serial No. of the machine. VERSION Displays version information of the machine. ERROR HISTORY This displays the history of errors and warnings to date. When you press , the date of occurrence (year/month/day/hour/minute) and the error/warning information are displayed alternately in the order of occurrence.
  • Page 91 MACHINE SETUP For the information displayed This section describes the way to read the information displayed. Serial No. VERSION Displaying Serial No. Displaying the version S / N * * * * * * * * U J F - 7 0 6 V 1 .

  • Page 92: Other Useful Functions

    Other useful functions Changing displayed language Select the displayed language. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Select the [DISPLAY] with the F U NC T I ON key, and press the key.

  • Page 93: Displaying The Information Of This Machine

    Other useful functions Displaying the information of this machine When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. ENTER Remaining amount of ink The information is displayed [ S P C - 0 3 7 1 ] I N K R EMA I N sequentially with the key.
  • Page 94 3-36...
  • Page 95 CHAPTER 4 How to care In this chapter, maintenance of this machine including ink replacement and cleaning is explained. Maintaining..........4-2 Regular maintenance of white ink ..4-21 If blur or missing remains....4-24 When this machine is left unused for a long time ............

  • Page 96: Maintaining

    Maintaining To use this machine for a long time, be sure to perform maintenance of this machine periodically or when- ever necessary. When this machine is left unused for a long time • Be sure to turn off the main power switch on the side of this machine. ( P.2-4) •...

  • Page 97: Cleaning Exterior Surfaces

    Maintaining Cleaning exterior surfaces If the frame components of the device have stained, dampen a poece of soft cloth with water or neutral detergent diluted with water, squeeze it and wipe the frame components clean.

  • Page 98: Ink Cartridge

    Ink cartridge Replacing with a new ink cartridge Replace of ink cartridges in the following cases. Display Outline The ink in an ink cartridge is low. < L OC A L . 1 > I N K N E A R E N D •...

  • Page 99: Ink Cartridge Trouble

    Ink cartridge Ink cartridge trouble When a trouble is detected on ink cartridges, a warning message appears. Printing, cleaning and all other operations using ink becomes unusable. In this case, immediately replace the ink cartridge with a new one. • Do not leave the ink cartridge unreplaced for a long time. This will cause the nozzle clogging and the printer must be repaired by a service person.

  • Page 100: Washing Cartridge

    Washing cartridge If there is any abnormality in the washing cartridge, the message below is displayed. If you perform cleaning “hard” with the status in which the message of “!WashLiquidCartr.” or “!WRONG WASH CART.” is displayed, “ERROR30 OPERATION” is displayed and you cannot perform cleaning. Display Outline •...

  • Page 101: Cleaning The Flushing Box

    Cleaning the flushing box When you clean the flushing box, check the flushing filter, and replace this as needed. (about once a week) Contents of the • Gloves • Paper towel • Goggles cleaning kit • When replacing, be sure to put on the supplied goggles and gloves, since you may get ink in your eyes.
  • Page 102 Wipe out ink on the surface of the flushing box. • Wipe out ink that has adhered by flushing on the flushing tray with cloth. Flushing box Remove the flushing box cover, filter cover and mesh. Filter Mesh Wipe ink adhering to the tray. Tray •...
  • Page 103 Cleaning the flushing box Replace Bemcot inside the flushing BOX. Inner • When ink adheres to the inner box, wipe it with a cloth. Set the tray, the mesh, new filter and the flushing BOX.

  • Page 104: Avoiding Ink Dripping At Printing

    Avoiding ink dripping at printing Ink droplets from the mist at drawing may arise on the bottom of the carriage. As the ink droplets may drip and stain the media or cause blur or dot missing, clean the bottom of the carriage periodically. •...
  • Page 105 Avoiding ink dripping at printing Remove the flushing box cover • Lift it up to remove. Fluxhing BOX cover Bring down the flushing BOX. (1) Lift it up slightly. (2) Push it into the rear side. (3) Bring it down. Move the carriage to the flushing position manually.

  • Page 106: When The Waste Ink Tray Is Full

    When the waste ink tray is full Waste ink used for head cleaning gathers in the waste ink tank and the wiper tank. Periodically (every day) check the waste ink tank and when it is full, dispose of the ink. •...
  • Page 107 When the waste ink tray is full Lift up the duct inside the waste ink tank. Pull out the waste ink tank. Pour the waste ink into the other polyethylene tank. • Discard the waste ink in compliance with the bylaw. Set the emptied waste ink tank to this machine.

  • Page 108: Disposing Of The Waste Ink In The Wiper Tank

    Disposing of the waste ink in the wiper tank If the wiper tank is full, an error appears on the display. When the error appears, dispose ink of the wiper tank immediately as W I P E R T A N K F U L L follows.
  • Page 109 When the waste ink tray is full Take the wiper tank out, and dispose of the waste ink. • Turn the tank holding the tank cover, take out the tank, and then dispose of the ink in the tank. • Dispose of the waste ink pursuant to the regulations of your district.

  • Page 110: Setting Nozzle Face Cleaning Time

    Setting nozzle face cleaning time When set times of drawing are completed, nozzle face of the head is cleaned automatically to remove ink droplets on the nozzle face. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key.
  • Page 111 Setting nozzle face cleaning time Press the key to finish. Item Description Cleans the nozzle surface at the end of printing when it exceeded the SCAN COUNT set number of scans (200 to 10,000 times). INTERVAL Cleans the nozzle surface per the set number of printings (1 to 4 PRINT COUNT times).

  • Page 112: Perform Cleaning Automatically When The Power Supply Is Turned On

    Perform cleaning automatically when the power supply is turned on Depending on the subtank status, the slider moves to the right and left continuously with the buzzer sound. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key.

  • Page 113: Preventing Nozzle Dropout While Power-Off

    Preventing nozzle dropout while power-off Even while the power switch is OFF, the machine starts periodically and executes maintenance operation to prevent nozzle dropout. (Supported from the firmware ver.1.70) The settable maintenance operation is as below: Item Description The interval between each refreshing operation is set. REFRESH CLEANING The interval between each cleaning operation and the nozzle row on...

  • Page 114: Setting The Cleaning Interval In The Sleep Mode

    Preventing nozzle dropout while power-off Setting the Cleaning Interval in the Sleep Mode To prevent nozzle dropout, set the interval to perform cleaning and the nozzle row on which cleaning is performed. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key.

  • Page 115: Regular Maintenance Of White Ink

    Regular maintenance of white ink White ink precipitates easier than other inks. • If not printing more than two weeks, white ink may precipitate in the ink cartridge or inside of this machine. • When an ink precipitates, the nozzle may be clogged and it can not print normally. •...
  • Page 116 Slowly shake the white ink cartridge more than twenty times right and left. • To prevent ink from leaking when you shake the cartridge, wear gloves and firmly cover the A part of the upper surface of the cartridge and the B part of the bottom surface of the cartridge with paper towels.
  • Page 117 Regular maintenance of white ink Press the key. ENTER F I L L U P * - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - • Ink filling starts. When a message shown in the right is MA I N T E N A NC E displayed after filling, press the WH I T E MA I N T E .

  • Page 118: If Blur Or Missing Remains

    If blur or missing remains When blur or dot missing does not improve after head cleaning, perform subtank maintenance or fill up ink. Fill Up Ink Insert an ink cartridge into the ink station. • Insert an ink cartridge firmly. When <LOCAL>...

  • Page 119: Subtank Maintenance

    If blur or missing remains Subtank Maintenance Insert an ink cartridge into the ink station. • Insert an ink cartridge firmly. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. FUNCTION Select the [MAINTENANCE] with the F U NC T I ON key, and press the MA I N T E N A NC E...

  • Page 120: Wiper Cleaning

    Wiper cleaning The wiper sweeps ink stuck on the nozzle of the head. The wiper becomes tainted with ink or dusts during the operation of this machine. In order to keep the head in good condition, clean the wiper frequently. If the message shown on the right appears, perform cleaning of the wiper immediately.

  • Page 121: Cleaning Swab

    Wiper cleaning Wipe out the dirt of the wiper with the cleaning swab. • Wipe the places shown in the right. • If the dirt of the wiper is heavy, press the FUNCTION key to open the nozzle of the washing liquid. Press the key again to stop the FUNCTION...

  • Page 122: Refill Antifreeze Liquid

    Precautions in handling the antifreeze liquid • Be sure to wear goggles and gloves for handling the antifreeze liquid. • Use the recommended antifreeze liquid by Mimaki. If not, the water heating device may be broken. (Supplied antifreeze liquid : SPC-0394 [1000cc x 2 bottles]) •...

  • Page 123: Refilling Antifreeze Liquid

    Refill antifreeze liquid Refilling antifreeze liquid If a lack of water error is displayed, refill antifreeze liquid-mixed water. To fill with the water, refill about 200cc. Mix antifreeze liquid with water. (1) Mix 1 part antifreeze liquid with 2 parts water. (2) Put the mixed water into a provided syringe.

  • Page 124: Cleaning Of The Uv Lamp Filter

    Cleaning of the UV lamp filter To use this machine for a long time, clean the UV lamp filter at end of the day’s work. • Put on supplied goggles and gloves. Ink may splash into the eye. • When a screw is dropped in replacing of the filter, contact a distributor in your district or our office.
  • Page 125 Cleaning of the UV lamp filter Scoop and drop mist polled in the UV lamp filter with the attached metal brush. Metal brush UV lamp filter Attach the UV lamp filter and close the front left cover. • Attach them in the reverse procedures of the Step 3 and 4. 4-31...

  • Page 126: Cleaning Of The Uv Power Supply Filter

    Cleaning of the UV power supply filter To use this machine for a long time, clean the UV power supply filter at start of the day’s work. Tools • Waste cloth • Vacuum cleaner Put out the UV lamp and switch OFF the power. •...
  • Page 127 Cleaning of the UV power supply filter Use a vacuum cleaner to suc dust amd dirt from the filter • Wipe off the metal mesh at the UV power supply side with a waste cloth etc. Wipe off. • Clogging shall not be found. It is clogged with dust.

  • Page 128: Cleaning Of The Optional Vacuum Unit Filter

    Cleaning of the optional vacuum unit filter When you use the optional vacuum unit (OPT-J0270), clean the filter of it (once in a week, or, when absorption becomes weak). Tools • waste cloth • Vacuum cleaner Turn OFF the power supply of the main body and the vacuum unit. Remove the lid.
  • Page 129 Cleaning of the optional vacuum unit filter Wipe off dust adhering to the lid with a waster cloth etc. • If big dust adheres to the lid, absorption may become weak. Put the filter back in its origin position. (1) Put into the filter nd firmly close the lid. (The hooks will not engage unless the lid firmly closed.) (2) Engage the hooks •...

  • Page 130: Replacing The Mist Fan Filter

    Replacing the mist fan filter Replace the mist fan filter periodically. (Once around a month) • When replacing, be sure to wear the supplied goggles and gloves since you may get ink in your eyes. • Do not remove the unspecified parts. Articles required for •...
  • Page 131 Replacing the mist fan filter Remove the filter holder. • Remove the hand screw, and then remove the filter and the filter holder by moving them upward. • The cooling fans are on the circled places (9 places) shown on the below. Upper mist fan filter Rear mist fan filter absorption fan filter...

  • Page 132: Replacing Uv Lamp

    Replacing UV lamp Setting the UV lamp OFF duration The UV lamp is a consumable parts. This units counts the duration of irradiation with the UV lamp to notify the replacing timing. Press the several times in the ENTER < L OC A L . 1 > local mode.

  • Page 133: Resetting Uv Lamp Irradiation Duration

    Replacing UV lamp Resetting UV lamp irradiation duration After replacing the UV lamp, reset the irradiation duration stored in this unit. When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. Select [INITIAL TIMER] with the U V L AMP key, and press the key.

  • Page 134: Checking Method Of Uv Illumination Intensity

    Checking method of UV illumination intensity UV lamp is a consumable. The more the irradiation time increases, the more the amount of light decreases and the ink will become hard to harden. When the cumulative irradiation time exceeds a certain value, a message prompting you for checking the illumination intensity is displayed on the operation panel.

  • Page 135: Check The Uv Illumination Intensity

    Checking method of UV illumination intensity Check the UV illumination intensity Turn ON the power supply. ( P.2-4) When <LOCAL> is displayed, press the < L OC A L . 1 > key. Select [LEVEL CHECK] with the U V L AMP key, and press the key.
  • Page 136 Close the front left cover. P L E A S E C L OS E T H E L E F T CO V E R Press the key to select the UV FUNCTION U V L E V E L C H E C K : H I GH illumination intensity and press the CH E C K S T A R T : e n t...
  • Page 137 Checking method of UV illumination intensity Press the key to terminate the U V L E V E L C H E C K measurement. CH E C K < > F I N I S H • If you press the key, the screen returns to the Step 9 and measurement is performed again.
  • Page 138 Checking method of UV illumination intensity Reference value of the measurement The lamp illumination intensity before shipping and the theoretical value when the cumulative irradiation time exceeds 1000 hours are indicated on the label located inside of the machine. • When the cumulative irradiation time exceeds 1000 hours, the illumination intensity will decrease by 30%.

  • Page 139: Cleaning Of The Ionizer

    Cleaning of the Ionizer In order to maintain the performance of the system and not to have an adverse impact on the life of the charge eliminating electrode, perform cleaning periodically. Deposits will occur in all corona discharge type charge eliminating devices as time go on. Electric field, temperature, vapor, etc.
  • Page 140 Cleaning of the Ionizer Clean the electrode needle and around it by the cleaner. • Hold both edges and break the glass. • Enough care should be taken not to bend and break the edge of the electrode needle. • You can procure the cleaner in unit of 20 pieces. (Cleaner for electrode needle: SPC-0611) •...

  • Page 141: Prevent The Nozzle Clogging Of Spot Color

    Prevent the nozzle clogging of spot color To prevent the head nozzle clog, this unit performs refresh while printer is turned on. However the characteristic of white ink is different from other inks, therefore nozzle out occurs even performing the refresh.
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  • Page 143 CHAPTER 5 In Case of Trouble In this chapter, the solutions for troubles of this machine or error messages are explained. Check first when a trouble occurred ....5-2 The power is not turned on ........5-2 Data is not drawn ............5-2 Message appears ............

  • Page 144: Check First When A Trouble Occurred

    Check first when a trouble occurred When a trouble occurred, check the followings. If the trouble is not solved after checking, contact a distribu- tor in your district or our office. The power is not turned on It causes for improper connection of the power cable or the computer cable. Check that the cables are properly connected.

  • Page 145: Problems Of Drawing Result

    Check first when a trouble occurred Problems of drawing result If the drawing result has a problem, follow the table below. If the problem does not improve after that, con- tact a distributor in your district or our office. Problem Solution Lines / blur (1) Execute the head cleaning.

  • Page 146: Troubles Displaying Messages

    MMC C Y Y K K WWS S P.4-4) • Use the MIMAKI ink. < L O C A L . 1 > N O N - O R I G N A L MMC C Y Y K K WWS S •...
  • Page 147 Troubles displaying messages Message Solution • Draw the all received data or clear the data. Then, change the settings. < L O C A L . 1 > P.2-18 , P.3-34) D A T A R E MA I N •...

  • Page 148: Error Message

    Error message When an error message is displayed, follow the table below and solve the problem. If the same error message is displayed again, contact a distributor in your district or our office. Message Solution • Turn the power of this machine off and turn it on after a while. E R R O R 0 3 •...
  • Page 149 Troubles displaying messages Message Solution • Turn the power of this machine off and turn it on after a while. E R R O R 0 3 • If the same error message appears again, contact a distributor in your P C B S L D J district or our office to call for service.
  • Page 150 Message Solution • Turn the power of this machine off and turn it on after a while. E R R O R 0 8 • If the same error message appears again, contact a distributor in your L - S C A L E B L A C K district or our office to call for service.
  • Page 151 Troubles displaying messages Message Solution • Turn the power of this machine off and turn it on after a while. E R R O R 5 0 • If the same error message appears again, contact a distributor in your W I D T H district or our office to call for service.
  • Page 152 Message Solution • Execute the subtank maintenance to release the error. E R R O R 1 4 8 I N K R T . : MMC C Y Y K KWWS S E R R O R 1 4 8 F L OA T : MMC C Y Y K KWWS S E R R O R 1 4 8...
  • Page 153 Troubles displaying messages Message Solution • Turn the power of this machine off and turn it on after a while. E R R O R 2 0 2 • If the same error message appears again, contact a distributor in your P C B K E Y district or our office to call for service.
  • Page 154 Message Solution • Turn the power of this machine off and turn it on after a while. E R R O R 2 5 1 If the same error message appears again, contact a distributor in your • ( C ) C P U A D D R district or our office to call for service.
  • Page 155 Troubles displaying messages Message Solution • Turn the power of this machine off and turn it on after a while. E R R O R 2 5 5 If the same error message appears again, contact a distributor in your •...
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  • Page 157 CHAPTER 6 Appendix In this chapter, specifications and functions of this machine are explained. Specifications ............6-2 Basic unit specifications ..........6-2 Specifications for ink ..........6-3 Position of the warning label........ 6-4 Function Flowchart ..........6-6...

  • Page 158: Specifications

    Specifications Basic unit specifications Item UJF-706 On demand piezo-head Method Drawing head 6-heads (12 nozzle rows) Specification 600 dpi, 1200 dpi Resolution 2 pass Unidirection / 4 pass / 8pass Unidirection (H.S.) 600 x 600 dpi 4 pass Unidirection / 8 pass / 16pass Unidirection (H.S.)

  • Page 159: Specifications For Ink

    Specifications Specifications for ink As for the detail, ask the dealer or our branch. Item Parts No./ Specification Exclusive UV ink cartridge Feature Black, magenta, cyan, yellow Ink type 440CC Capacity of ink cartridge One year from the date of manufacture Shelf life During storage 15 ℃...

  • Page 160: Position Of The Warning Label

    Position of the warning label This device is adhered with the warning label. Be sure to fully understand the warning given on the labels. In the case where any of the warning label has become so soiled that the warning message is illegible or has come off, purchase a new one from your local distributor or our office.
  • Page 161 Position of the warning label Order No. Label Order No. Label (6) M907071 (1) M905980 (7) M907072 (8) M905624 (9) M903239 (2) M907151 (10) M904389 (3) M906115 (11) M906031 (4) M903330 (5) M907073...

  • Page 162: Function Flowchart

    Function Flowchart < L OCA L . 1 > OR I G I N S E T UP OR I G I N S E T UP 0 . 0 - - - - * * OR I G I N * * D A T A C L E AR * * DA T A C L E AR * * <...
  • Page 163 Function Flowchart * * T E S T DRAW * * When [WIPING] is “ON” C L E AN I NG AC T I V E * * * * * - - - - - - - - - - - - - - C L E AN I NG W i p e NUM .
  • Page 164 < L OCA L . 1 > [ # 0 1 ] F UNC T I ON GAP CHECK GA P CHECK < E N T > F UNC T I ON SETUP S E T UP < E N T > F UNC T I ON MAINTENANCE MA I N T ENANCE...
  • Page 165 Function Flowchart To P.6-14 To P.6-16 To P.6-20 To P.6-24 OR I G I N OR I G I N ( 6 0 0 mm ) X OF F S E T < e n t > X OF F S E T 0 mm :0 ~ 599 OR I G I N...
  • Page 166 UV LAMP U V L AMP UV L AMP OF F UV lamp turn off L AMP OF F < e n t > S T AR T : e n t UV L AMP UV L E V E L CH ECK * * MOV I NG * * L E V E L CHECK <...
  • Page 167 Function Flowchart UV L AMP OF F COMP L E T ED UV L E V E L CHECK P L E A S E C L OS E Searching Origin REMOV E A S ENSOR : e n t T HE L E F T COV ER P L E A S E OP EN UV L E V E L CH ECK...
  • Page 168 From P6-10 UV L AMP UV I N I T I A L T I MER ! UV L AMP I N I T I A L T I MER < e n t > I N I T I A L I Z E OK ? : e n t UV L E V E L CHECK : e n t...
  • Page 169 Function Flowchart 6-13...
  • Page 170 GAP CHECK GA P CHE CK P L E A S E OP EN GA P CH ECK CHECK S T AR T < e n t > T HE F RON T COV ER S E T MED I A : e n t GA P CHECK CHECK S E L EC T...
  • Page 171 Function Flowchart * * GA P CHECK * * P L E A S E C L OS E GAP CHECK completed P L E A S E WA I T T HE F RON T COV ER 6-15...
  • Page 172 SETUP S E T UP [ 1 ] [ 1 ] HE AD GA P HE AD GA P < e n t > 1 . 2 mm S E L EC T : T Y P E . 1 : 0.9 mm to 2.0mm :TYPE.2 TYPE.3...
  • Page 173 Function Flowchart Print end P L E A S E WA I T [ 1 ] MED I A COMP . PR I N T I NG AD J US T :-9999 ~ 9999 [ 1 ] PR I N T MODE QUA L I T Y : S T ANDARD :STANDARD/ FINE/ FAST...
  • Page 174 From P6-16 [ 1 ] [ 1 ] COO L I NG T I ME COO L I NG T I ME < e n t > S E T UP : 0 . 0 s :0.0 to 2.0s [ 1 ] [ 1 ] RE F RE SH RE F RE SH <...
  • Page 175 Function Flowchart [ 1 ] RE F RE SH WA I T I NG : L E V E L 1 :LEVEL 0 to 3 [ 1 ] RE F RE SH DRAW I NG : L E V E L 1 :LEVEL 0 to 3 [ 1 ] PR I OR I T Y [ 1 ] PR I OR I T Y...
  • Page 176 MAINTENANCE MA I N T ENANCE S T . MA I N T ENANCE S T . MA I N T ENA NCE S T . MA I N T ENA NCE < e n t > CARR I AGE OU T <...
  • Page 177 Function Flowchart RESTART RESTART NOZ Z L E RCVR NOZ Z L E RCVR SE L ECT : NOZ Z L E 1 ( K ) NOZ Z L E 1 ( K ) NG1 : OF F NOZZLE 1 to NOZZLE D :Select the nozzle number :Select the registration number F I L L U P...
  • Page 178 From P6-20 MA I N T ENANCE WH I T E MA I N T ENANCE WH I T E MA I N T ENANCE WH I T E MA I N T E . < e n t > CO L OR : _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ WWS S REMOV E CAR T R I DGE...
  • Page 179 Function Flowchart EM I S S I ON WH I T E MA I N T ENA NCE F I L L UP P L E A S E WA I T S E T CAR T R I DGE * - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Ink filling completed P R I N T END...
  • Page 180 MACHINE SETUP MACH I NE S E T UP M I S T F AN M I S T F AN < e n t > S E T UP : S T ANDARD :LOW / STANDARD / HIGH / OFF MA I N T ENANCE T I ME S E T T I ME S E T...
  • Page 181 Function Flowchart Time set completed E RROR H I S TORY ERROR 4 1 0 0 0 0 1 > 1 1 . 1 0 . 0 1 1 2 : 1 5 MOTOR Y CARR I AGE OU T 6-25...
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