Move The Print Head Carriage Into Position - Direct Color Systems Direct Jet 1024UVHS Maintenance And Troubleshooting Manual

10. Remove build up ink from the spit tray. Wearing gloves, wipe the inside
of the spit tray with a paper towel. Dried ink that is elevated above the edges
should be removed as well. It should break off in your gloved hand, but can
also be scraped off with a tool if necessary. Dispose of the towel in
accordance with local and city ordinances.
11. Clean and lubricate print station X-axis shafts and rails. Due to the additional heat
and dryness created by the UV lamp and its fans, it is necessary to clean and lubricate the rails of
the printer often. DCS recommends this be done weekly for moderate users. Heavy users (4-
8 hours/day, 5-6 days/week) should perform this maintenance daily. Use your discretion
and perform this maintenance as needed.
Use a 3-in-1 oil or a light sewing machine oil on the shafts and rails. Use the lithium grease
on the round shaft only.
Locate a spare syringe and filling needle in your printer accessory kit. Fill the syringe with
a small amount of 3-in-1 oil.
avoid mixing the oil with any inks or wash.
gloved finger.

Move the print head carriage into position

Use the up arrow to raise the print engine to its maximum height. Press
print head carriage. When it has stopped moving, manually move it to the center of the
shaft.
With a lint-free cloth or paper towel soaked in WD-40, polish the round shaft clean.
Also remove any build up around the bushings.
Do not let it come into contact with the UV lamp bracket or rails.
the entire shaft from one end to the other.
Slide the print head back and forth. Check that no grease or debris is left on the shaft. If there is,
repeat the cleaning procedure.
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Use a new syringe and filling needle and label it to
The lithium grease can be applied with a
Do not spray WD-40 on or near the printer.
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Use the cloth to clean
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