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MIMAKI UJF-3042HG Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. URL: http://eng.mimaki.co.jp/ D202466-11...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CAUTION ................. vi DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY ........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 Symbols................ix Position of the warning label..........xvi How to Read This Operation Manual ......xix CHAPTER 1 Before Use Installing the machine..........
  • Page 3 Setting the media ............ 2-4 Set the media in another method ......2-9 Test drawing ............2-10 Execution of head cleaning........2-12 Drawing an image from source data ..... 2-13 Starting the drawing operation......... 2-13 Interruption of drawing..........2-14 When [! WORK High] is displayed......2-15 If you open the cover during drawing ......
  • Page 4 Setting time ..............3-25 Setting mm/ inch ............3-26 Setting weight of the empty cartridge.......3-27 Setting Key buzzer ...........3-28 Setting radiator pump (only for UJF-3042HG) ..3-29 Set the vacuum function ........3-30 CHAPTER 4 Maintenance Routine maintenance..........4-2 When this machine is left unused for a long time..4-2 Precautions in cleaning ..........4-2...
  • Page 5 CHAPTER 5 In Case of Trouble Before taking a phenomenon as a trouble ....5-2 The machine cannot be energized ......5-2 The machine cannot perform printing......5-2 If image quality declines ..........5-3 Resolving nozzle clogging ......... 5-3 Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD ............

  • Page 6: 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 machine.

  • Page 7: 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 8: Foreword

    Read this Operation Manual carefully and make the most effective use of your printer. On this operation manual • This Operation Manual describes the operation and maintenance of Model UJF-3042HG/6042 Color Ink Jet Printer (hereinafter referred to as the machine).

  • Page 9: For Safe Operation

    For safe operation Symbols Symbols are used in this Operation Manual for safe operation and for prevention of damage to the machine. The indicated sign is different depending on the content of caution. Symbols and their meanings are given below. Please follow these instructions as you read this manual. Examples of symbols Failure to observe the instructions given with this symbol can result in death or serious injuries to personnel.
  • Page 10 WARNING • Be sure to setup the appropriate air-moving system in case of using this machine in a closed room or a room with bad ventilation. Cautions for constructing exhaust outlet Please observe the following cautions to avoid breakdown of this machine. (1) The opening area of the exhaust outlet requires more than half of the duct entrance area.
  • Page 11 For safe operation Never do the following WARNING Do not disassemble or remodel the machine Handling of ink cartridges • Never disassemble or remodel this machine and • Some of the ingredients (UV Curing initiator) the ink cartridge. have toxic consequences to aquatic life. Avoid Disassembling or remodeling any of them will leak into water system or sewage containing result in electric shocks or breakdown of this...
  • Page 12 WARNING Wearing protective devices • When cleaning the suction nozzle, which may scatter ink, be sure to wear safety glasses and gloves, or ink and cleaning solution might enter your eyes or ink and cleaning solution put on your hands might make your hands rough.

  • Page 13: Precautions For Use

    For safe operation Precautions for use CAUTION Protection against dust Periodic exchange parts • It is strongly recommended to use the machine • There are some parts which must be periodically in a room that is not dusty. replaced. Contract with distributors or dealers Set the Refresh level 2 or 3 when in bad for maintenance.
  • Page 14 • The LED UV 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 15: Precautions For Installation

    For safe operation Precautions for installation CAUTION A place exposed to direct A place where temperature and A place that is not horizontal sunlight humidity varies significantly •Use the machine under the following environment. Operating environment : 20 ～ 35 ℃ (68 to 95 °F) 35 ～...

  • Page 16: Position Of The Warning Label

    Warning labels are adhered on this machine. Be sure to fully understand the warnings 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. UJF-3042HG UJF-6042...
  • Page 17 Position of the warning label Order No. Label Order No. Label (1) M907328 (6) M903330 (UJF-3042HG) (1) M909738 (7) M901549 (UJF-6042) (2) M904325 (3) M904813 (8) M905980 (4) M903226 (5) M907327 (UJF-3042HG) (9) M902535 (5) M909737 (UJF-6042) xvii...
  • Page 18 Position of the warning label Vacuum table Warning labels are adhered on vacuum table. Order No. Label Order No. Label (1) M908914 (2) M908915 (UJF-3042HG) (UJF-3042HG) (1) M909739 (2) M909740 (UJF-6042) (UJF-6042) (3) M904325 (4) M905980 (5) M903226 xviii...

  • Page 19: 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. These are what we want you This explains the to know in advance.
  • Page 21 CHAPTER 1 Before Use This chapter describes the parts name and setting procedures before use. Installing the machine ............1-2 Where to install the machine ............1-2 Moving this machine ..............1-3 Configuration and Function..........1-4 Front ...................1-4 Rear ....................1-4 Operation Panel ................1-5 Carriage ..................1-6 EMERGENCY SWITCH ..............1-6 About vacuum table.............

  • Page 22: Installing The Machine

    1200 mm 966 mm 920mm Approx.130 kg UJF-6042 1510 mm 970 mm 960mm Approx.150 kg 500 mm or more 300 mm 300 mm or more or more 500 mm or more UJF-3042HG: 1800 mm or more UJF-6042: 2110mm or more...

  • Page 23: Moving This Machine

    Installing the machine Moving this machine Move this machine as follows when this machine is required to move on the step-free same floor. • When moving this machine, take care not to give a significant impact on • If you tilt this machine, movable part(Y bar) may move. Move this after pulling the Y bar to either front or back side or avoiding tilt •...

  • Page 24: Configuration And Function

    Configuration and Function Front Ink station Insert ink cartridges here.( P.1-11) Carriage ( P.1-6) Table ( P.2-4) Set media on it. Y-bar Moves on the table at drawing. Power button Turn ON/OFF the power of this machine instead of the power switch of main body.

  • Page 25: Operation Panel

    Configuration and Function Operation Panel The operation panel is used for setting of drawing method and each operation. POWER Lamp Lights when the power is ON. VACUUM TEST Press to switch ON/OFF of the vacuum. Press to start the test drawing. P.2-10) Display Displays state of the machine, setting items, errors, and so on.

  • Page 26: Carriage

    Configuration and Function Carriage A print head for drawing, LED UV device, and a light pointer in the print head cover are mounted on the carriage. EMERGENCY SWITCH When stopping the machine for safety reason, press the switch. One EMERGENCY switch is placed on the front face of the machine.

  • Page 27: About Vacuum Table

    The specification of each table is as less: Table Vacuum table + Vacuum table + Table spacer 50 Table spacer 100 UJF-3042HG: 5kg and less UJF-3042HG: 2kg and less Acceptable media weight UJF-6042: 7kg and less UJF-6042: 4kg and less Vacuum function None Yes (Setting is required.

  • Page 28: About Tap Position

    About vacuum table About tap position The table and the vacuum table on which the media set have the M4 tap (for 12 positions) of the size below respectively. 12-M4 • UJF-3042HG 176.8 26.8 Origin • UJF-6042 24-M4 176.8 26.8...

  • Page 29: Notes On Vacuum Table

    Notes on vacuum table When you use the jig (vacuum table), the size shall be smaller than UJF-3042HG: 420 / UJF-6042: 720 millimeters wide and 505 millimeters long. If you make the size be more than above, the table cannot move.

  • Page 30: Connecting The Cables

    Connecting the cables Connecting the USB2.0 interface cable Connect a computer to this machine with the USB2.0 interface cable. • Prepare the USB2.0 interface cable. (USB2.0 interface cable is not supplied with this machine.) • Your RIP is required to support USB2.0 interface. •...

  • Page 31: Setting Of Ink Cartridge

    Setting of ink cartridge Setting of ink cartridge Use the ink cartridge inserting it into the ink station. Kinds of ink that can be used Ink Type Color Magenta Cyan Yellow Black Light magenta UV Ink Light cyan White Clear Primer Cleaning cartridge *1.
  • 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 Media

    UJF-6042: 610mm 420 mm Max. drawing length Thickness Between 100mm and 150mm UJF-3042HG: Less than 5 kg Weight UJF-6042: Less than 7 kg *1. A rough guide is 50 kg per 1 m When using vacuum table + When using vacuum table +...

  • Page 34: Menu Mode

    Menu mode This machine has three modes. Each mode is described below. Local Mode Local mode is a mode in drawing preparation state. All keys are available. Receiving of data from the computer is allowed, however, drawing is not executed. The following operations are allowed in the local mode.
  • Page 35 CHAPTER 2 Basic Operations The procedure from preparation of ink and media to the execution of drawing, and setting methods are explained. Operation flow..............2-2 Turning the power ON ............2-3 Setting the media ..............2-4 Set the media in another method ..........2-9 Test drawing...............

  • Page 36: Operation Flow

    Operation flow Turning the power ON See "Turning the power ON" ( P.2-3) Setting the media See "Setting the media" ( P.2-4) Test drawing See "Test drawing" ( P.2-10) Execution of head cleaning See "Execution of head cleaning" P.2-12) Drawing an image from source See "Drawing an image from source data"...

  • Page 37: Turning The Power On

    Turning the power ON • When the power is turned ON, the Y-bar moves. To avoid injuries, keep your hands away from the table. Press the power button. • Press the power button on the left side of the operation panel to light.

  • Page 38: Setting The Media

    Setting the media • When the media thickness is 100mm and less, media inflation is required so that the media thickness may be 100mm. • When the media thickness is 100mm and more, it is necessary to align it with the drawing height with the table up/ down key.
  • Page 39 Setting the media Change the height of the vacuum table (UJF-3042HG) Depending on the media thickness, change the height of the vacuum table (50mm or 100mm). You can change the height of the vacuum table by replacing four table spacers that support the table (for 50mm or 100mm).
  • Page 40 Attach the table spacer 50. • Attach the table spacer 50, and fix it with a 10mm spanner. Attach the assembled vacuum table on the main body. (1) Attach the vacuum table on the original position, and insert the connector for the vacuum fan. (2) Turn on the power supply.
  • Page 41 The default setting of the vacuum table height is “for 100mm”. This chapter explains the procedures to change the table height to “50mm”. Perform steps 1 to 5 on P.2-5 "Change the height of the vacuum table (UJF-3042HG)". Remove four table spacer 100 attached on the rear surface of the vacuum table.
  • Page 42 • When you change the table spacer, the height of the vacuum table changes as below: When using table spacer 100 When using table spacer 50 • The height of vacuum table is changed as shown below if the table spacers are removed. •...

  • Page 43: Set The Media In Another Method

    Setting the media Set the media in another method You can move the Y bar to the rear so that you may set the media easier. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Press the key.

  • Page 44: Test Drawing

    N O Z Z L E R E C O V E R Y : O N ENTER • For UJF-3042HG, this is available in F/W Ver.3.30 and later. • ON: Draws with nozzle recovery ON. OFF: Draws with nozzle recover OFF.
  • Page 45 Test drawing Abnormal patterns Normal pattern Nozzle drop out Nozzle missing Deflection Many lines are missing. The lines are missing as if the The distance between the teeth are lost. lines is narrowing or double lines are formed. 2-11...

  • Page 46: Execution Of Head Cleaning

    Execution of head cleaning When a correct pattern is not obtained in the test drawing, perform the head-cleaning. As for the head cleaning, the following 3 types are available. To be used if ten odd numbers of the lines are missing when the test pattern is made. normal Suction and wiping will be performed.

  • Page 47: Drawing An Image From Source Data

    Drawing an image from source data Starting the drawing operation • If the temperature of the head has not reached the predetermined value, a message is displayed. Drawing is not allowed in such cases. When the display is disappeared, drawing can be started. •...

  • Page 48: Interruption Of Drawing

    Start drawing. • The drawing origin is not changed after completion of the drawing. Taking out the media after completion of drawing. (1) When you made vacuum ON, Press the key to turn the adsorption OFF. VACUUM • When you use the vacuum function of the vacuum table to draw, turn OFF the vacuum when drawing has been completed.

  • Page 49: When [! Work High] Is Displayed

    Drawing an image from source data When [! WORK High] is displayed When [! WORK High] is displayed on the screen and the drawing operation stops during drawing, restart drawing with the procedures below: E R R O R 5 0 5 ! WO R K H i g h •...

  • Page 50: Turning The Power Off

    Turning the power OFF To turn off, check first whether or not there is data received and there remains data that has not yet been output in the machine. Turn the power of the connected computer off. Press the power button to cut the power. When this machine is not used for a long time, execute the following: (1) Press the power button.
  • Page 51 Setting Key buzzer .........3-28 Alternative nozzles for printing, Setting radiator pump when nozzles missing can not be improved .. 3-11 (only for UJF-3042HG) ......3-29 Checking ink landing displacement Set the vacuum function....3-30 (only for UJF-6042) ........ 3-13 Various settings........3-14...

  • Page 52: 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 Press the keys O R I G I N S E T in the local mode.

  • Page 53: 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 mode. FUNCTION <...

  • Page 54: Setting The Head Height

    Setting the Head Height For the head height setting, you can set the items below: • Height of vacuum table and table spacer • Media thickness • Head gap • Table height • Gap check Setting the table spacer When you use the vacuum table and the table spacer depending on the media thickness, set the height of “vacuum table + table spacer”.

  • Page 55: Setting The Media Thickness

    Setting the Head Height Setting the media thickness If the media thickness is changed, Table Height is also changed. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [HEAD HEIGHT] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the key.

  • Page 56: Setting The Head Gap

    Setting the head gap If the head gap is changed, Table Height is also changed. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [HEAD HEIGHT] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the key.

  • Page 57: Setting The Table Height

    Setting the Head Height Setting the table height If the table height is changed, Media Thickness is also changed. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [HEAD HEIGHT] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the key.

  • Page 58: Gap Check

    Setting the Head Height Gap check Select operation when obstacles are detected during drawing. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [HEAD HEIGHT] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the key.

  • Page 59: Other Useful Functions

    Other useful functions Data clear Erase the data not required for this machine with the following operation. Press the key in the local mode. DATACLEAR < L O C A L > Press the key. ENTER D A T A C L E A R <...

  • Page 60: Proceed With Drawing That You Suspended

    Proceed with drawing that you suspended When you open the cover during printing data, drawing is suspended. In such a case, you can proceed with it continuously by performing the procedures below. • When you suspended test drawing, you cannot continue it. •...

  • Page 61: Alternative Nozzles For Printing, When Nozzles Missing Can Not Be Improved

    Other useful functions 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. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION <...
  • Page 62 Register the Nozzle number that needs NOZZLE N O Z Z L E R E C O V E R Y RECOVERY and then press key. H 1 - M N G 3 : 1 4 6 ENTER • : Keys for selecting the registration number from 1 to 5. •...

  • Page 63: Checking Ink Landing Displacement (Only For Ujf-6042)

    Other useful functions Checking ink landing displacement (only for UJF-6042) You can check for ink landing displacement from causes such as the equipment table shaking. (Supported from the firmware ver.1.30) Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [MAINTENANCE] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the...

  • Page 64: Various Settings

    Various settings Setting the print method Set items for printing. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [SET UP] by pressing the key, F U N C T I O N and press the key.

  • Page 65: Setting The Mode Of The Led Uv

    Various settings Setting the mode of the LED UV The mode of the LED UV may be set in 3 stages. This setting is made when the media vulnerable to the heat is used or when the test drawing is made in which the lighting of the LED UV is not desired.

  • Page 66: Setting Of Priority

    Setting of priority Select priority of setting of this machine or that of the computer on the following items respectively. Items to be selected : Print mode / Feed compensation / Ink layers / Logical seek / Refresh Press the key in the local mode.

  • Page 67: Setting Of Fan Mode

    Various settings Setting of fan mode When you use the vacuum table, you can set whether the vacuum function to fix the media set on the vacuum table is performed automatically or you perform it manually. The factory default is “AUTOMATIC”. (Supported from the firmware ver.3.00) Press the key in the local mode.

  • Page 68: Setting The Work Change

    Setting the work change Set whether to return to the local mode or keep the remote mode after online drawing. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Press the [SET UP] by pressing the key, F U N C T I O N and press the...

  • Page 69: Setting The Ink Weight

    Various settings Setting the ink weight If weight of the cartridge is not entered when filling ink, enter the weight when INK LVL LOW or INK LVL END is detected. This machine recalculates remaining amount of ink and writes the value into the IC chip. (600ml ink only) Press the key in the local mode.

  • Page 70: Changing Language Display On The Screen

    Changing language display on the screen Display language can be selected between Japanese and English. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [DISPLAY] by pressing the key, F U N C T I O N and press the key.

  • Page 71: Output The Setting List

    Various settings Output the setting list Keep the list for customer’s record or send it by the fax at inquiry on the maintenance. Set a larger media than the legal size. ( P.2-4) Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION <...

  • Page 72: Displaying Machine Information

    Displaying machine information Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [MAINTENANCE] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the key. M A I N T E N A N C E <...

  • Page 73: Other Useful Settings

    Various settings Other useful settings Change settings according to need. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [SET UP] by pressing the key, F U N C T I O N and press the key.

  • Page 74: Initializing Settings

    Initializing settings Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [SET UP] by pressing the key, F U N C T I O N and press the key. WO R K S E T <...

  • Page 75: Setting Time

    Various settings Setting time Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [MACHINE SET] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the key. M A C H I N E S E T <...

  • Page 76: Setting Mm/ Inch

    Setting mm/ inch Set the unit to be used on this machine. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [MACHINE SET] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the key.

  • Page 77: Setting Weight Of The Empty Cartridge

    Various settings Setting weight of the empty cartridge Enter weight of the empty cartridge. It is used for recalculating remaining amount of ink. (600ml ink only) Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Press the [MACHINE SET] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the...

  • Page 78: Setting Key Buzzer

    Setting Key buzzer Set the buzzer sound when keys are pressed. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [MACHINE SET] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the key.

  • Page 79: Setting Radiator Pump (Only For Ujf-3042Hg)

    On UJF-3042 and UJF-3042FX, if the noise of the cooling pump for LED UV unit become louder after updating the firmware to the version 3.10 or later, change the setting as follows. This setting change is applicable on the firmware version 3.10 and later. On UJF-3042HG, this noise problem does not occur. (Supported from the firmware ver.3.10) Press the key in the local mode.

  • Page 80: Set The Vacuum Function

    Set the vacuum function Set ON/ OFF of the vacuum fan to be used for the vacuum table. (Only for UJF-3042HG. This function is not available for UJF-6042.) Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L >...
  • Page 81 CHAPTER 4 Maintenance Items required for using this machine conveniently, such as an ink replacing method or a cleaning manner, are described. Routine maintenance ......4-2 When the waste ink is full....4-14 When this machine is left unused for a long Disposing of the ink in the time ............

  • Page 82: Routine Maintenance

    Routine maintenance Be sure to conduct maintenance works for the machine depending on operation frequency or periodically so as to use the machine for a long time while keeping its drawing accuracy. When this machine is left unused for a long time •...

  • Page 83: Cleaning Exterior Surfaces

    Routine maintenance Cleaning exterior surfaces If exterior surfaces of the machine is dirty, dampen a soft cloth with water or a neutral detergent diluted with water, squeeze it and wipe the surfaces. Cleaning the table The table is easy to become dirt with lint, paper dust or the like after cutting media. For a conspicuous stain, wipe it off with a soft-hair brush, a dry cloth, a paper towel or the like.

  • Page 84: Ink Cartridge

    Ink cartridge Replacing with a new ink cartridge Replacing of ink cartridges is required in the following cases. Display Outline The ink in the ink cartridge is low. < L O C A L > • Drawing can be continued, but the ink may end during the drawing. Early I N K N E N D M _ _ _ _ _ _ _...

  • Page 85: Setting The Ink Set

    Ink cartridge Setting the ink set Set the ink set when ink type is changed. Contact a distributor in your district or our office to call for service. When you replace another kind of ink, wash all heads. When you replace with the same ink, it is necessary to wash and/ or fill of the No.3 head and/ or No.4 head. Press the key in the local mode.
  • Page 86 Remove the washing liquid cartridge. W A S H _ _ _ _ R E M O V E C A R T R I D G E W A S H I N G P L E A S E W A I T Set the washing liquid cartridge to the ink station again.
  • Page 87 Ink cartridge Remove air from the ink port of the filled cartridge. F I L L I N K P l e a s e d e f l a t e : e n t • Remove air with syringe until ink comes out of the ink port. When all air is removed, press the key.

  • Page 88: Ink Cartridge Trouble

    Ink cartridge Ink cartridge trouble When an ink cartridge trouble is detected, a warning message appears and printing, cleaning and all other activities that use ink are deactivated. In this case, replace the ink cartridge in question immediately. • Do not leave the ink cartridge without replacing for a long time as this will cause the nozzle clogging and the printer must be repaired by a service person.

  • Page 89: 600Ml Ink Cartridge

    600ml Ink cartridge To use the 600ml ink cartridges, register the case weight (this page) and the cartridge weight (next page). Please prepare your scale (which can weigh up to 1200g in 1g). Registering the case weight Firstly register the case weight in the following procedures. For the 600ml cartridges, this machine recalculates remaining amount of ink from a registered case weight.

  • Page 90: Registering The Cartridge Weight

    Registering the cartridge weight After filling ink into the 600ml cartridge, register the cartridge weight. After filling ink, press the key several times. Press the key. I n k L e v e l S e t M _ _ _ _ _ _ _ E x e c <...

  • Page 91: Registering The Cartridge Weight (After Lvl Low / Lvl End)

    600ml Ink cartridge Registering the cartridge weight (After LVL LOW / LVL END) The 600ml cartridge becomes level low when ink remains 60ml or less, and level end when ink remains 25ml or less. In this case, register the cartridge weight on the entry screen that is displayed. The level low or level end cartridge cannot be used until the weight is entered.

  • Page 92: Avoiding Dripping Of Ink Droplet At Printing

    Avoiding dripping of ink droplet 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 93 Avoiding dripping of ink droplet at printing Dip the cleaning swab into the cleaning solution, Light pointer and clean the side surface of the head. • Do not wipe the nozzle face of the head. It may cause nozzle clogging. •...

  • Page 94: When The Waste Ink Is Full

    When the waste ink is full Waste ink used for head cleaning gathers in the waste ink tank and the wiper bottle. Periodically check the waste ink tank and the wiper bottle and when they are full, dispose of the ink. If warning message such as “!WS INKTANK CHK”...
  • Page 95 When the waste ink is full Open the waste ink box cover. • By pressing the cover lightly, the cover opens to the front. Remove the waste ink tank. • Lifting the tank slightly up, pull it to the front. Put the waste ink into a tank with a cover.

  • Page 96: Disposing Of The Waste Ink In The Wiper Bottle

    Disposing of the waste ink in the wiper bottle Turn the power on. • After initializing, <LOCAL> is displayed. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [MAINTENANCE] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the key.
  • Page 97 When the waste ink is full Press the key. ENTER S T A T I O N C O M P L E T E D : e n t Press the key to finish. 4-17...

  • Page 98: Replacing The Filter

    Replacing the Filter To use this machine for a long time, clean the filter periodically (about once a week). • 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 99 Replacing the Filter Remove the filter retainer (2 places). (1) Turn and pull the right white knob. (2) Turn the left white knob and pull the frame of the filter. Replace the filters (2 places). • Replace two filters. Attach the covers. •...

  • Page 100: Washing The Nozzle

    Washing the Nozzle To prevent nozzle clogging, execute nozzle washing at the end of the daily work. • Put on supplied goggles and gloves. • UJ Cleaning swab (SPC-0386) • Gloves • Goggles Tools • F-200 / LF-200 Washing Liquid (SPC-0568) Press the key in the local mode.
  • Page 101 Washing the Nozzle Dip washing liquid into the cleaning swab, and wipe Back dirt of the wiper nozzle. • Wipe the places shown in the right. Front Put washing liquid into the dropper, and drop on the caps to fill them. •...

  • Page 102: Wash The Ink Discharge Passage

    Wash the ink discharge passage Wash the ink discharge passage regularly to prevent the head nozzles from clogging due to ink coagulation inside the passage. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [MAINTENANCE] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key.
  • Page 103 Wash the ink discharge passage Put washing liquid into the dropper, and drop on the caps to fill them. • Fill the washing liquid into the four caps. Replace the front cover, and press the key. ENTER F i l l t h e l i q u i d .

  • Page 104: When The Machine Is Not Used For A Long Time (Custody Wash)

    When the Machine Is Not Used for a Long Time (CUSTODY WASH) When the machine is not going to be used for a week or more, use the cleaning function for custody to clean the head nozzles and ink discharge passage. After this, keep the machine in custody. •...
  • Page 105 When the Machine Is Not Used for a Long Time (CUSTODY WASH) Put washing liquid into the dropper, and drop on the caps to fill them. • Fill the washing liquid into the four caps. Replace the front cover, and press the key.

  • Page 106: Washing The Head

    Washing the Head When you move the machine or you do not use the machine for a long time (for one month and more), wash the head and the ink discharge passage by the procedures below: • This machine is equipped with four heads. •...
  • Page 107 Washing the Head Set the washing liquid cartridge to the ink station. • Set the washing liquid cartridge in the cartridge slot corresponding to the head to wash. The machine starts absorption of washing liquid. • When absorption of washing liquid has been completed, the right WA S H screen is displayed.

  • Page 108: Perform Ink Filling

    Perform ink filling When head washing has been completed, “NOT FILLUP” is displayed on the screen and drawing cannot be performed as it is. Perform ink filling so that you may restart drawing after head washing. • Ink filling consumes much ink than that for the head cleaning ( P.2-12).

  • Page 109: 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. Press the key in the local mode. FUNCTION < L O C A L > Select the [MAINTENANCE] by pressing the F U N C T I O N key, and press the...

  • Page 110: Maintenance For White Ink

    Maintenance for white ink White ink is easier precipitate than other inks. • This machine has the circulation function to prevent white ink precipitation. If you consume white ink of 2cc and more every day, it is not necessary to perform white ink maintenance (white maintenance). •...
  • Page 111 Maintenance for white ink 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. Then, shake it more than twenty times right and left so that ink flows inside the cartridge.

  • Page 112: Cleaning Of Wiper

    Cleaning of wiper 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. •...
  • Page 113 Cleaning of wiper Dip the washing liquid into the cleaning swab, Back and wipe dirt of the wiper nozzle. • Wipe the places shown in the right. Front • If the dirt of the wiper is heavy, replace the nozzle (SPA- 174).

  • Page 114: Refilling Antifreeze Mixed Water

    Precautions in handling the antifreeze liquid • Be sure to wear goggle and gloves for handling the antifreeze liquid. • Use the recommended antifreeze liquid by Mimaki. If not, the cooling device may be broken. (Supplied antifreeze liquid : SPC-0394 [1000cc x 2 bottles]) •...
  • Page 115 Refilling antifreeze mixed water Refilling antifreeze mixed water If water lack error is displayed, refill antifreeze mixed water. Uncover the feed-water inlet and the air vent. feed-water inlet air vent cover Remove all remaining water in the tank. (1) Remove all water in the tank with a provided syringe from the feed-water inlet.
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  • Page 117 CHAPTER 5 In Case of Trouble This chapter describes the actions to be taken when this machine develops any trouble or displays an error message. Before taking a phenomenon as a trouble ......5-2 The machine cannot be energized ..........5-2 The machine cannot perform printing .........5-2 If image quality declines ..............5-3 Resolving nozzle clogging ............5-3...

  • Page 118: Before Taking A Phenomenon As A Trouble

    Before taking a phenomenon as a trouble If something is wrong with the machine, the buzzer sounds and a corresponding error message is given on the LCD. Take an appropriate corrective measure in accordance with the message. The machine cannot be energized More often than not, this is due to improper connection of the power cable.

  • Page 119: If Image Quality Declines

    Before taking a phenomenon as a trouble If image quality declines Take measures as follows in accordance with the problem. If the problem does not improve, contact your local MIMAKI distributor or MIMAKI office to call for service. Development Corrective measure Lines/blur (1) Execute the head cleaning.

  • Page 120: Troubles For Which Error Messages Are Given On The Lcd

    C o l o r I N K • Use the MIMAKI ink. < L OC A L > NON - OR I G I N A L • Insert the ink cartridge shown on the display again. If the error is still dis- <...
  • Page 121 Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD Message Solution • Execute the carriage out of the station maintenance, and clean the cap. < L OC A L > C A P C L E A N I NG •...

  • Page 122: 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 RROR 1 0 8 •...
  • Page 123 Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD Message Solution • Turn the power of this machine off and turn it on after a while. E RROR 4 0 1 • If the same error message appears again, contact a distributor in your MO T OR X district or our office to call for service.
  • Page 124 Message Solution • Execute the carriage out of the station maintenance, and clean the cap. E RROR 6 0 7 C A P C L E A N I NG • Execute the station maintenance and dispose of the ink in the wiper bot- E RROR 6 0 b tle.
  • Page 125 Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD Message Solution • Operate this machine correctly. E RROR 9 0 1 OP E R A T I ON • Draw the all received data or clear the data. Then, change the settings. E RROR 9 0 2 P.2-13 , P.3-9) D A T A R EMA I N...
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  • Page 127 CHAPTER 6 Appendix Tables of specifications and functions of this unit are described. Specifications............... 6-2 Basic unit specifications ..............6-2 Specifications for ink ..............6-3 Function Flowchart.............. 6-5...

  • Page 128: Specifications

    Genuine waste ink tank (1600cc/ no tank full sensor) Waste ink tank USB2.0 compliant Interface MRL-III (variable dot-compliant) Command <MIMAKI original command, YMCK bitmap type> Less than 55dB Stand-by (FAST-A, 1m in all direction) In continuous Noise Less than 65 dB...

  • Page 129: 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, right cyan, right magenta, Ink type primer, white, clear coat (Clear coat is LH-100 only.) 220 cc or 600 cc Capacity of ink cartridge One year from the date of manufacture...

  • Page 131: Function Flowchart

    Function Flowchart When nozzle recovery is set, TEST key this is displayed. < L OCA L > T E S T DRAW T E S T DRAW ( SCAN D I R ) < EN T > NOZ Z L E RECOV ERY : ON ON, OFF T E S T DRAW ( F E ED D I R )
  • Page 132 S E T J I G S E T J I G < EN T > COMP L E T E : e n t Only UJF-3042HG F UNC T I ON V ACUUM V ACUUM < EN T >...
  • Page 133 Function Flowchart S E T J I G J i g = NONE BBQ,Kebab,NONE HE AD HE I GH T T B L S P ACER : 1 0 0 mm 100,50,0 HE AD HE I GH T S : 1 0 0 T H I CKNE S S : 1 .
  • Page 134 Followed Followed S E T UP I NK L A Y ERS < e n t > S E T UP RE F RE SH < e n t > S E T UP PR I OR I T Y <...
  • Page 135 Function Flowchart S E T UP I NK L A Y ERS : 1 1 to 9 S E T UP RE F RE SH : L E V E L 1 0 to 3 The following screens are when “INDIVIDUAL”...
  • Page 136 Followed F UNC T I ON MA I N T ENANCE MA I N T ENANCE < EN T > S T A T I ON < e n t > To be followed To be followed 6-10...
  • Page 137 Function Flowchart S T A T I ON S T A T I ON S T A T I ON MEN T : CARR I AGE OU T P L E A S E WA I T COMP L E T ED : e n t S T A T I ON S T A T I ON...
  • Page 138 Followed Followed MA I N T ENANCE NOZ Z L E RECOV ERY < EN T > To be followed To be followed 6-12...
  • Page 139 Function Flowchart Followed S T A T I ON F i l l t h e l i q u i d . S T A T I ON MEN T : CUS TODY WA SH COMP L E T ED : e n t L E A V I NG : 1 m i n...
  • Page 140 Followed Followed MA I N T ENANCE I NK S E T < e n t > MA I N T ENANCE I N T . W I P I NG < e n t > MA I N T ENANCE F I L L UP I NK .
  • Page 141 Function Flowchart I NK S E T [ L H - 1 0 0 ] WA SH _ _ _ _ WA SH I NG detect S E L EC T : MCY K REMOV E CAR T R I DGE P L E A S E WA I T Select the ink set.
  • Page 142 Followed Followed MA I N T ENANCE UV L AMP < e n t > To be followed To be followed 6-16...
  • Page 143 Function Flowchart Followed F I L L UP I NK F I L L UP I NK [ L H - 1 0 0 ] F I L L UP I NK T Y P E : f i r s t S E L EC T : MCY K HE AD [ MCY K WW ]...
  • Page 144 Followed Followed MA I N T ENANCE HE AD WA SH < e n t > MA I N T ENANCE WH I T E MA I N T A I N < e n t > MA I N T ENANCE L I S T <...
  • Page 145 Function Flowchart MA I N T ENANCE WA SH WA SH I NG detect HE AD [ MCY K WW ] REMOV E CAR T R I DGE P L E A S E WA I T WA SH WA SH I NG WA SH detect S E T C L E AN TOO L...
  • Page 146 Followed Followed F UNC T I ON MACH I NE S E T MACH I NE S E T < EN T > S E T T I ME < e n t > MACH I NE S E T MM / I NCH <...
  • Page 147 MACH I NE S E T K E Y BU Z Z ER : ON ON, OFF Displayed when the machine is UJF-3042HG. MACH I NE S E T PUMP : T y p e A Type A, Type B...
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  • Page 150 UJF-3042HG: FW:3.7 © MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD.2013 UJF-6042: FW:1.3...

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