Mimaki TS100 1600 Sublimation Textile Printer User Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Mimaki
Table of Contents
TS100 1600 Sublimation Textile Printer
Product Information
The product is a machine manufactured by Mimaki Engineering Co.,
Ltd. It is designed for specific use and requires proper
maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operation. The user manual
provides detailed instructions on how to use and maintain the
machine for optimal performance.
To Ensure Safe Use
The manual emphasizes the importance of safe use and provides
various symbols to indicate and explain precautions. These symbols
help users understand potential hazards and take appropriate
measures to handle the machine safely. The symbols include warning
signs, caution signs, notice signs, mandatory action signs,
prohibition signs, important tips, and reference information.
Maintenance
To ensure the machine’s long-term performance, regular
maintenance is necessary. The manual recommends periodic
maintenance based on the frequency of use. It also provides a list
of maintenance items and their corresponding timing. Examples of
maintenance tasks include cleaning various parts of the machine,
checking ink levels in the waste ink tank, and replacing the waste
ink.
Product Usage Instructions
1. Before using the machine, it is recommended to download the
latest manual from the official website of Mimaki Engineering Co.,
Ltd.
2. Read the introduction section of the manual for a general
understanding of the product and any disclaimers.
3. Familiarize yourself with the symbols used in the manual to
understand the precautions and instructions provided.
4. Follow the maintenance precautions thoroughly before
performing any maintenance tasks on the machine.
5. Refer to the maintenance methods section of the manual for
detailed instructions on specific maintenance tasks.
6. Follow the recommended timing for each maintenance item based
on the frequency of use or periods of non-use.
7. Perform tasks such as shaking the ink bottle, cleaning
various parts of the machine (wiper, cap rubber, NCU, carriage
underside, DAS sensor, ink discharge channel, media sensor, media
holder, platen, cover), checking waste ink levels, and cleaning the
blowing fan filter.
8. Store the machine properly if it will be left unused for a
long time, following the instructions provided in the manual.
By following these usage instructions and properly maintaining
the machine, users can ensure safe and efficient operation, as well
as prolong the lifespan of the product.
You can also download the latest manual from official website.
MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD.
D203536-15 Original instructions
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………. 3 To Ensure Safe Use
…………………………………………………………….. 4
Symbols …………………………………………………………………………………… 4
Maintenance
1. Maintenance Precautions ………………………………………………….. 6 2. Maintenance Methods
………………………………………………………. 7
Maintenance Items and Timing……………………………………………………. 7 Ink Maintenance
……………………………………………………………………….. 8 Wiper Cleaning …………………………………………………………………………. 8
Cap Rubber Cleaning ………………………………………………………………. 10 NCU
Cleaning…………………………………………………………………………. 11 Carriage Underside Cleaning
……………………………………………………. 11 Automatic Correction Sensor (DAS)
Cleaning……………………………… 12 Ink Discharge Channel Cleaning ……………………………………………….. 13
Media Sensor Cleaning ……………………………………………………………. 14 Media Holder Cleaning
…………………………………………………………….. 15 Platen Cleaning ………………………………………………………………………. 15
Cover (Exterior) Cleaning …………………………………………………………. 16 Blowing Fan Filter
Cleaning………………………………………………………. 16 When this Printer is Left Unused for a Long
Time ………………………… 17 3. Consumable Item Replacement ……………………………………….. 20 Wiper
Replacement …………………………………………………………………. 20 Wiper Cleaner
Replacement……………………………………………………… 21 Cap Replacement
……………………………………………………………………. 22 Cap Absorber Replacement ………………………………………………………
23 Exhaust Fan Filter Replacement ……………………………………………….. 25 Blowing Fan Filter
Replacement………………………………………………… 25 Pinch Roller Replacement
………………………………………………………… 26 Media Holder Replacement ………………………………………………………. 27
Media Cutter Replacement ……………………………………………………….. 29 Media Edge Guide Film
Replacement ………………………………………… 30 Waste Ink Tank
Replacement……………………………………………………. 31
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Inkjet printer TS100-1600. Read the Request for
Care and Maintenance (“this document” hereinafter) thoroughly and make sure
you understand its contents to ensure safe and correct use of the product.
Please note that the illustrations contained in this manual are intended to
show functions, procedures, or operations and may sometimes differ slightly
from the actual machine. Unauthorized reproduction of any portion of this
document is strictly prohibited. © 2021 MIMAKI ENGINEERING Co., Ltd.
l Disclaimers
· MIMAKI ENGINEERING REJECTS ALL LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE ARISING DIRECTLY OR
INDIRECTLY FROM THE USE OF THE TS100-1600 (“THIS MACHINE” HEREINAFTER),
WHETHER OR NOT THE PRODUCT IS FAULTY.
· MIMAKI ENGINEERING REJECTS ALL LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, TO
MATERIALS CREATED WHILE USING THIS MACHINE.
· USING THIS MACHINE IN CONJUNCTION WITH DEVICES OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED
BY MIMAKI ENGINEERING MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR ACCIDENTS. SUCH INCIDENTS ARE NOT
COVERED BY THE PRODUCT WARRANTY. MIMAKI ENGINEERING REJECTS ALL LIABILITY FOR
DAMAGE, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, ARISING FROM SUCH INCIDENTS.
· USE ONLY GENUINE MIMAKI ENGINEERING INK AND MAINTENANCE LIQUID. USE OF OTHER
PRODUCTS MAY RESULT IN FAILURES OR REDUCE PRINT QUALITY. SUCH INCIDENTS ARE
NOT COVERED BY THE PRODUCT WARRANTY. MIMAKI ENGINEERING REJECTS ALL LIABILITY
FOR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, ARISING FROM SUCH INCIDENTS.
· DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REFILL THE INK BOTTLES WITH UNAUTHORIZED INK. SUCH
INCIDENTS ARE NOT COVERED BY THE PRODUCT WARRANTY. MIMAKI ENGINEERING REJECTS
ALL LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, ARISING FROM SUCH INCIDENTS.
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To Ensure Safe Use
Symbols
In this manual, the symbols indicate and explain precautions. Make sure you fully understand the meaning of each symbol and use the machine safely and correctly.
Warning Caution Notice Warning sign
Explanation
Indicates a potential hazard that may result in death or serious injury if
handled improperly or if instructions are disregarded.
Indicates a potential hazard that may result in minor or moderate injury if
handled improperly or if instructions are disregarded.
Indicates a potential hazard that may result in property damage if handled
improperly or if instructions are disregarded.
Indicates something that requires attention. Warning specifics are drawn
inside the symbol.
Mandatory action Indicates an action that must be carried out. The specifics of the
sign
mandatory action are drawn inside the symbol.
Prohibition sign Indicates a prohibited action. The specifics of the prohibited action are drawn inside the symbol.
Important Tip
Indicates important information related to use of this machine. Indicates useful reference information.
Reference information
Indicates the corresponding page for related information.
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To Ensure Safe Use
Maintenance
To ensure years of precise performance, maintain the machine periodically
based on frequency of use. Read the maintenance precautions thoroughly before
maintaining this product.
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1. Maintenance Precautions
1. Maintenance Precautions
· This machine includes parts that must be replaced periodically. We therefore
recommend taking out a maintenance contract. Carry out maintenance
periodically and replace consumable items to prevent quality defects and
accidents.
· Clean periodically. Debris and dust will accumulate on electrical components
when the machine is used for extended periods. There is a risk of failure,
electric shock, or fire due to current leakage.
· Do not clean by blowing–e.g., avoid using air blowers. Doing so may lead to
failure, electric shock, or fire involving the machine if airborne debris or
dust gets inside electrical components. Wipe using a soft cloth soaked in
diluted neutral detergent and thoroughly wrung out. A vacuum cleaner may also
be used for cleaning.
· Be careful to prevent liquids from getting inside the machine. Otherwise
there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire.
· For heavy soiling, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in diluted neutral
detergent and thoroughly wrung out.
· Pay close attention to ventilation and be sure to wear safety glasses,
gloves, and a mask when handling ink, maintenance liquid, waste ink, or other
solutions used with the machine. Leaking ink may adhere to the skin or get
into the eyes or mouth.
· Never touch the print head nozzle surface. Do not allow water or alcohol to
come into contact with the print nozzle surface. This will increase the risk
of machine failure or ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection).
· Do not use cotton swabs to clean around the head or carriage. Fibers from
cotton swabs may adhere to the head nozzle surface and lead to ejection
failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection).
· Do not splash ink or maintenance liquid on the covers. Exposure to splashing
ink or maintenance liquid may damage or deform the cover.
· Do not use benzine, thinner, or any chemical agent containing abrasives. Use
of these chemicals may result in damage to or deformation of parts.
· Do not move the carriage by hand. To move the carriage, use the carriage out
function on the menu.
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2. Maintenance Methods
2. Maintenance Methods
Maintenance Items and Timing
Timing Periodically At the end of the work week
At the end of two weeks’ work When not used for more than a week
Item
Shake the Ink bottle. “Ink Maintenance”(P. 8)
Clean the wiper and wiper bracket. “Wiper Cleaning”(P. 8)
Clean the cap rubber. “Cap Rubber Cleaning”(P. 10)
Clean the NCU. “NCU Cleaning”(P. 11)
Clean the underside of the carriage. “Carriage Underside Cleaning”(P. 11)
Clean the DAS sensor. Cleaning”(P. 12)
“Automatic Correction Sensor (DAS)
Clean the ink discharge channel. “Ink Discharge Channel Cleaning”(P. 13)
Clean the media sensor. “Media Sensor Cleaning”(P. 14)
Clean the media holder. “Media Holder Cleaning”(P. 15)
Clean the platen. “Platen Cleaning”(P. 15)
Clean the cover (exterior). “Cover (Exterior) Cleaning”(P. 16)
Check the waste ink levels in the waste ink tank. Tank”(P. 32)
“Replacing the Waste Ink
Clean the blowing fan filter. “Blowing Fan Filter Cleaning”(P. 16)
Clean the wiper and cap and wash the ink discharge channels. After cleaning, store without turning off the main power supply. “When this Printer is Left Unused for a Long Time”(P. 17)
Items Required for Maintenance
To order replacement consumable items, contact your local dealer or our
service office. For more information on consumable items, refer to our website
(https://mimaki.com/supply/inkjet.html).
· Do not store consumable items in locations where children may enter.
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2. Maintenance Methods
Ink Maintenance
If ink constituents are sedimented, the ink density may become uneven. We
recommend shaking the Ink bottle periodically to keep printing consistent. Dye
sublimation ink: once a week.
l Shaking the Ink bottle
1 Shake the Ink bottle to the left and right slowly at least 20 times. ·
Tighten the ink bottle lid securely, then shake the bottle slowly from left to
right to ensure that the ink moves inside, holding the ink bottle lid with a
paper towel.
Repeat
· Shake slowly. If the bottle is shaken too violently, ink may leak out or the
air mixed in the ink may cause nozzle clogging.
· If the ink bottle is partially used, tilt it slowly until the ink bottle is
upright.
Wiper Cleaning
The wiper wipes off ink adhering to the print head nozzle surface. Continuing
to use the dirty wiper may cause the wiper to which dried ink and dust are
attached to rub against the nozzle surface, leading to printing defects (e.g.,
nozzle clogging or deflection).
· Be careful to avoid leaving fragments from the cleaning stick behind when
cleaning. These fragments will increase the risk of ejection failures (e.g.,
nozzle clogging or deflection).
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Platen Right End], then press
the [ENTER] key. · The carriage moves over the platen.
3 Open the front cover.
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2. Maintenance Methods
4 Remove the wiper. · Hold the lug at the rear of the wiper bracket, then pull
out the wiper. Lug
5 Clean the wiper and bracket. · Wipe off any ink and dust adhering using a
cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance
liquid. Make sure none remains. Wiper Bracket · Replace dirty or warped wipers
with new ones. “Wiper Replacement”(P. 20)
6 Clean the wiper slider. · Wipe off any ink and dust adhering using a
cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance
liquid. Make sure none remains.
7 Mount the wiper at the original position.
Lug
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2. Maintenance Methods · Do not remove the absorbent material in the
absorbent material case. Doing so may result in leaking ink.
8 Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key.
Cap Rubber Cleaning
The cap prevents the print head nozzle surface from drying out. Continuing to
use a dirty cap may affect ink take-up and lead to print defects (e.g., nozzle
clogging, deflection).
· Be careful to avoid leaving fragments from the cleaning stick behind when
cleaning. These fragments will increase the risk of ejection failures (e.g.,
nozzle clogging or deflection).
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Platen Right End], then press
the [ENTER] key. · The carriage moves over the platen.
3 Open the front cover. 4 Clean the cap rubber.
· Wipe off any ink and dust adhering using a cleaning stick moistened with
maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance liquid. Make sure none remains.
Cap rubber
5 Check to confirm that the cap slider is not tilted once cleaning is
complete.
· If the cap slider is tilted, move the slider block to the left or right to
correct the tilt.
6 Close the front cover, then press the [ENTER] key.
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2. Maintenance Methods
NCU Cleaning
The NCU uses a sensor to monitor the ink droplets ejected from the print head
nozzles. Continuing to use the dirty NCU may prevent the nozzle check function
from operating correctly.
· Be careful to avoid leaving fragments from the cleaning stick behind when
cleaning. These fragments will increase the risk of ejection failures (e.g.,
nozzle clogging or deflection).
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Platen Right End], then press
the [ENTER] key. · The carriage moves over the platen.
3 Open the front cover. 4 Clean the NCU.
· Wipe off any ink and dust adhering using a cleaning stick moistened with
maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance liquid. Make sure none remains.
· Insert the cleaning stick as far as the line shown in the illustration.
5 Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key.
Carriage Underside Cleaning
The underside of the carriage becomes coated with ink wiped off by the wiper.
Continuing to use the dirty carriage underside will rub dried ink and attached
dust on to the media, resulting in contaminated prints. The print head uses an
extremely delicate mechanism. Take great care when handling it.
· Be careful to avoid leaving fragments from the cleaning stick behind when
cleaning. These fragments will increase the risk of ejection failures (e.g.,
nozzle clogging or deflection).
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Maint. Space], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The carriage moves to the maintenance space.
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2. Maintenance Methods
3 Open the maintenance covers.
4 Clean around the print head. · Wipe off any ink and dust adhering using a
cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance
liquid. Make sure none remains. Clean the print head sides (dark red area)
using a cleaning stick. Never touch the nozzle surface!
Clean using a cleaning stick or soft cloth.
· Never touch the print head nozzle surface.
5 Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key.
Automatic Correction Sensor (DAS) Cleaning
The DAS sensor is located on the carriage underside. If dust or debris
accumulates on the sensor, an error may occur in the automatic correction
function (Automatic correction of drop position).
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Maint. Space], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The carriage moves to the maintenance space.
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3 Open the maintenance covers.
2. Maintenance Methods
4 Clean the DAS sensor. · Wipe clean using cotton swabs or a soft cloth.
· For heavy soiling, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in diluted neutral
detergent and thoroughly wrung out.
5 Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key.
Ink Discharge Channel Cleaning
Clean the ink discharge channel regularly to prevent clogging of the ink
discharge channel below the cap.
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station] > [Disway Wash], then press the [ENTER] key. · The cap is
filled with maintenance liquid. · Close the front cover. The cap cannot be
filled with maintenance liquid unless the front cover is closed. This is also
true if the maintenance liquid cartridge is empty.
3 Open the front cover. · Check to confirm that the cap is filled with
maintenance liquid.
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2. Maintenance Methods
· If not, use a syringe to draw up some maintenance liquid and fill until it
almost overflows from the cap.
4 Close the front cover, then press the [ENTER] key. · Pump tube (ink discharge channel below the cap) washing starts.
Media Sensor Cleaning
Media sensors are located on the rear cover and carriage underside. The media cannot be detected correctly if dust or debris accumulates on the sensors. Remove any debris using cotton swabs or a soft cloth.
Rear of product
Carriage underside
l Cleaning the carriage underside sensor
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Maint. Space], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The carriage moves to the maintenance space.
3 Open the maintenance covers.
4 Clean the media sensor.
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2. Maintenance Methods
5 Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key.
Media Holder Cleaning
· Turn off the main power supply and unplug the power cable before carrying
out maintenance. · Be careful to prevent liquids from getting inside the
machine. Otherwise there is a risk of failure,
electric shock, or fire. Continuing to use the dirty platen will prevent
proper feeding of the media. It will also cause dried ink and attached dust to
rub against the head nozzle surface and lead to ejection failures (e.g.,
nozzle clogging or deflection).
Media holder
· For heavy soiling, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in diluted neutral
detergent and thoroughly wrung out.
Platen Cleaning
· Turn off the main power supply and unplug the power cable before carrying
out maintenance. · Be careful to prevent liquids from getting inside the
machine. Otherwise there is a risk of failure,
electric shock, or fire. Continuing to use the dirty platen will prevent
proper feeding of the media. It will also cause dried ink and attached dust to
rub against the head nozzle surface and lead to ejection failures (e.g.,
nozzle clogging or deflection).
· The grooves in which the media holder slides and the media is cut are
susceptible to dust accumulation. Remove any debris carefully.
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2. Maintenance Methods · For heavy soiling, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in
diluted neutral detergent and thoroughly wrung out.
Cover (Exterior) Cleaning
· Be careful to prevent liquids from getting inside the machine. Otherwise
there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire.
· For heavy soiling, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in diluted neutral
detergent and thoroughly wrung out.
Blowing Fan Filter Cleaning
Wash the blowing fan filter in water if it is dirty.
l Recommended cleaning guide
Check the filter for dirt every two weeks, and wash it in water if it is
dirty. · Replace the filter every three months. “Blowing Fan Filter
Replacement”(P. 25)
1 Remove the fan filter cover. · Push the fan filter cover claw outward, and
pull the cover to the front. Fan filter cover
Claw
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2 Remove the filter.
2. Maintenance Methods
Blowing fan filter
3 Wash the filter.
· Dry the filter after washing.
4 Attach the dry filter together with the fan filter cover. · Push in the fan
filter cover until the tab clicks.
When this Printer is Left Unused for a Long Time
Clean as follows if the product is not used for one week or longer: Check
beforehand
Is [Near End] or [Ink End] displayed? · Maintenance liquid and ink is
aspirated during the washing operation. Washing is not possible if an error
occurs during this process. Replace with new ink.
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station Maint.] > [Custody Wash], then press the [ENTER] key. · The
carriage moves over the platen.
3 Open the front cover. 4 Clean the wiper and bracket.
· “Wiper Cleaning”(P. 8)
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2. Maintenance Methods
5 Press the [ENTER] key once cleaning is complete. · “Cap Cleaning Completed
(Next) [ENT]” appears on the display.
6 Clean the cap rubber. · “Cap Rubber Cleaning”(P. 10)
7 Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. ·
The cap is filled with maintenance liquid. · Close the front cover. The cap
cannot be filled with maintenance liquid unless the front cover is closed.
This is also true if the maintenance liquid cartridge is empty.
8 Open the front cover. · Check to confirm that the cap is filled with
maintenance liquid. · If not, use a syringe to draw up some maintenance liquid
and fill until it almost overflows from the cap.
9 Close the front cover. 10 Set the exposure time, then press the [ENTER] key.
· Print nozzle washing starts. The elapsed time is displayed on the display. ·
Cleaning is performed automatically once print nozzle washing has ended. · The
cap is filled with maintenance liquid.
· Close the front cover. The cap cannot be filled with maintenance liquid
unless the front cover is closed. This is also true if the maintenance liquid
cartridge is empty.
11 Open the front cover. · Check to confirm that the cap is filled with
maintenance liquid.
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2. Maintenance Methods · If not, use a syringe to draw up some maintenance
liquid and fill until it almost overflows
from the cap.
12 Close the front cover, then press the [ENTER] key. · Pump tube (ink
discharge channel below the cap) washing starts. · Do not turn off the main
power supply. Turning off the main power supply will disable the automatic
maintenance function (including nozzle clogging prevention function and ink
discharge channel cleaning function). This will increase the risk of ejection
failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection).
· Do not leave media loaded on the platen. This may leave irregularities or
ripples in the media. When the machine is not in use, raise the clamp lever to
separate the pinch rollers from the grit rollers.
· Leaving the pinch rollers in the lowered position may cause the pinch
rollers to become deformed and prevent the media from feeding properly.
· Leaving media set in place can cause the media to be pressed down by the
pinch rollers, resulting in pinch roller marks.
· Perform the following if the “Check Waste Ink Tank” message appears on the
display. “Waste Ink Tank Replacement”(P. 31)
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3. Consumable Item Replacement
3. Consumable Item Replacement
To order replacement consumable items, contact your local dealer or our
service office. For more information on consumable items, refer to our website
(https://mimaki.com/supply/inkjet.html).
· Do not store consumable items in locations where children may enter. · When
disposing of consumable items, contact an industrial waste disposal operator
or dispose
of the product in accordance with the local laws and regulations.
Wiper Replacement
This product maintains a count of the number of wiping cycles. The “Replace
Wiper” message appears when a preset count is reached. Replace dirty or warped
wipers with new ones.
1 “Replace Wiper” appears on the display. 2 On the LOCAL mode screen, select
[MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key.
· The Maintenance menu is displayed.
3 Select [Station Maint.] > [Replace Wiper], then press the [ENTER] key. · The
carriage moves over the platen.
4 Open the front cover. 5 Remove the wiper.
· Hold the lug at the rear of the wiper bracket, then pull out the wiper.
Lug
6 Clean the wiper slider. · Wipe off any ink and dust adhering using a
cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance
liquid. Make sure none remains.
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7 Mount a new wiper.
3. Consumable Item Replacement
Lug
8 Once replacement is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. ·
The wiper usage count is reset.
Wiper Cleaner Replacement
Replace with a new wiper cleaner once a year.
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Platen Right End], then press
the [ENTER] key. · The carriage moves over the platen.
3 Open the front cover. 4 Remove the fittings.
· Pull out the fitting by holding the protrusion. · Take care to avoid losing
the rubber seal.
5 Remove the wiper cleaner. · Pull it forward to detach it.
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3. Consumable Item Replacement
6 Mount a new wiper cleaner. · Slide backward to attach.
7 Install the fitting. · Improper attachment may result in leaking maintenance
solution.
8 Once replacement is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key.
Cap Replacement
If ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection) remain unresolved
even after cleaning, replace with a new cap.
· Be sure to replace the cap if you observe any scratches or other damage on
the rim.
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Platen Right End], then press
the [ENTER] key. · The carriage moves over the platen.
3 Open the front cover.
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4 Remove the cap. · Squeeze the lugs on either side of the cap and pull off.
3. Consumable Item Replacement
5 Apply maintenance liquid. · Use a syringe to apply two or three drops of
maintenance liquid to the hole at the front.
6 Mount a new cap. · Position with the slot at the front and push in until it
clicks.
7 Once replacement is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key.
Cap Absorber Replacement
If the cap absorber is very dirty or if ink drips on to the media, replace
with a new cap absorber.
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Platen Right End], then press
the [ENTER] key. · The carriage moves over the platen.
3 Turn off the main power supply.
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3. Consumable Item Replacement
4 Open the front cover. 5 Remove the cap absorber.
· Push up the two tabs at the front to remove the cap absorber.
Cap absorber
· Avoid ink dripping when removing the cap absorber.
6 Clean the carriage base.
Cap base
7 Mount a new cap absorber. · Push the tabs on the cap absorber into the slits
at the rear of the C slider, and clip in the tabs at the front. Cap absorber
Claw
Push in to engage tabs.
8 Once replacement is complete, move the wiper back to the rear by hand.
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3. Consumable Item Replacement
9 Close the front cover, then turn on the power. · Check to confirm that the
carriage returns to the station.
Exhaust Fan Filter Replacement
Check the exhaust fan filter condition. Replace if very dirty.
1 Remove the exhaust fan box. · Push the tabs at the front to remove the
exhaust fan box.
· Replace the very dirty exhaust fan box with new one.
2 Mount a new exhaust fan filter in the exhaust fan box. · Press the exhaust
fan filter into the space under the tabs of the exhaust fan box. Exhaust fan
box
Exhaust fan filter
3 Mount the exhaust fan box. · Insert the tabs of the exhaust fan box into the
slits of the machine, and clip in the tabs at the front.
Blowing Fan Filter Replacement
Replace the blowing fan filter if it is dirty.
l Recommended replacement guide
Replace the filter every three months.
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3. Consumable Item Replacement
1 Remove the fan filter cover. · Push the fan filter cover claw outward, and
pull the cover to the front. Fan filter cover
2 Remove the filter.
Claw Blowing fan filter
3 Mount a new filter and the fan filter cover. · Push in the fan filter cover until the tab clicks.
Pinch Roller Replacement
Replace worn or dirty pinch rollers with new ones.
l Recommended replacement guide
Replace the pinch rollers every month if used for approximately 12 hours per
day. Replace the pinch rollers every two weeks if used 24 hours per day.
· Turn off the main power and unplug the power cable before replacement.
1 Open the front cover.
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2 Raise the clamp lever. 3 Remove the O-ring retaining the pinch rollers.
3. Consumable Item Replacement
O-ring
· The pinch rollers are small. Be careful to avoid dropping them into the
product interior.
4 Remove the pinch rollers.
Pinch roller
5 Mount new pinch rollers, and secure them using the O-ring. 6 Close the front
cover.
Media Holder Replacement
If the media holder becomes deformed and touches the carriage or print head,
replace with a new media holder.
· Turn off the main power and unplug the power cable before replacement.
1 Open the maintenance covers.
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3. Consumable Item Replacement
2 Remove the side screw, and detach the media holder stopper. 3 Remove the
media holder. 4 Remove the sliders from the media holder.
· Be careful to avoid misplacing the sliders.
5 Mount the sliders on to the new media holder. · Engage the holes in the
sliders on to the lugs on the media holder.
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6 Mount the new media holder on to the platen.
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7 Secure the media holder stopper with the screw.
8 Close the maintenance covers.
Media Cutter Replacement
Replace cutters when blades are chipped or blunt. · Avoid touching the cutter
blade. Failure to do so may result in injury.
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Platen Right End], then press
the [ENTER] key. · The carriage moves over the platen.
3 Open the front cover.
· The carriage can be moved by hand. Move the carriage slowly to a position
allowing easy access while replacing.
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4 Loosen the screws and open the carriage cover window.
5 Replace the media cutter. (1) Unscrew the cutter screw. Screw
(2) Remove the cutter.
(3) Mount a new cutter. (4) Tighten the screw to clamp the cutter.
6 Close the carriage cover window and retighten the screws. 7 Once replacement
is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key.
Media Edge Guide Film Replacement
Replace the media edge guide film if it is creased or worn.
1 Remove the media from the take-up unit. 2 Remove the media edge guide film
from the media edge guide.
· Make sure no parts of the double-sided tape remain.
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3 Remove the double-sided tape on the media edge guide film and attach it to
the media edge guide. · Align and attach the film hole (x2) to the screw hole
(x2) of the media edge guide. Media edge guide film L Media edge guide film R
Media edge guide L
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Waste Ink Tank Replacement
Ink used during head cleaning and other processes is collected in the waste
ink tank at the lower right of the machine.
This product keeps track of the waste ink level. A “Check Waste Ink Tank”
message appears when the preset level is reached. Use this a guide for
replacing the waste ink tank.
· For a 2-liter tank, the preset level is 80 % (1.6 L). · Continuing to use
the product without disposing of the waste ink may result in waste ink
overflowing from the waste ink tank. Visually check ink levels in the waste
ink tank about once a week.
· Pay close attention to ventilation and be sure to wear safety glasses,
gloves, and a mask when handling ink, maintenance liquid, waste ink, or other
solutions used with the machine. Leaking ink may adhere to the skin or get
into the eyes or mouth.
When “Check Waste Ink Tank” message appears
1 The “Check Waste Ink Tank” message appears on the display.
2 Check the waste ink levels in the waste ink tank. · If you note any
discrepancies from actual levels, proceed to the next step.
· If there is no discrepancy, replace (dispose of) the waste ink tank
referring to Waste Ink Tank”(P. 32).
“Replacing the
3 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
4 Select [Waste Ink Tank], then press the [ENTER] key. · “Replace Wasteinktank Level: 80 % (1.6 L)” appears on the display.
5 Select [Adjust Waste Ink Volume], then press the [ENTER] key.
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6 Press
to adjust the level.
7 Press the [ENTER] key once adjustment is complete.
Replacing the Waste Ink Tank
1 On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the
[ENTER] key. · The Maintenance menu is displayed.
2 Select [Waste Ink Tank], then press the [ENTER] key. · “Replace Wasteinktank
Level: 80 % (1.6 L)” appears on the display.
3 Select [Reset Waste Ink Volume], then press the [ENTER] key. 4 Pull the
waste ink tank stopper forward.
5 Hold the handle on the waste ink tank and slide out.
6 Attach the cap to the removed waste ink tank, and use tape to prevent
leakage of waste ink.
· When disposing of ink, maintenance liquid or other liquid used with the
product, or the container or paper towel to which ink or other liquid is
attached, contact an industrial waste disposal operator or dispose of the
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7 Mount a new waste ink tank.
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8 Close the waste ink tank stopper. 9 Press the [ENTER] key.
· The waste ink level will be reset.
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Care and maintenance
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