Brother GTX600NB User guide

GTX600NB Professional Use
GARMENT PRINTER
Safety Manual
Thank you very much for buying a BROTHER printer. Before using your new printer,
please read the "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" and handling instructions carefully.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Safety indications and their meanings
This instruction manual and the indications and symbols that are used on the printer itself are provided in order
to ensure safe operation of this printer and to prevent accidents and injury to yourself or other people.
The meanings of these indications and symbols are given below.
Indications
DANGER
The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the instructions
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the instructions
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the instructions
may result in minor or moderate injury.
IMPORTANT
The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the instructions
may result in damage to property.
NOTE
The instructions which follow this term indicate precautions and restrictions for use.
Symbols
This symbol ( ) indicates something that you should be careful of. The picture inside the triangle indicates the
nature of the caution that must be taken. (For example, the symbol at left means "beware of injury".)
This symbol ( ) indicates something that you must not do.
This symbol ( ) indicates something that you must do. The picture inside the circle indicates the nature of the
thing that must be done. (For example, the symbol at left means "you must make a ground connection".)
2. Notes on safety
DANGER
Contact with high voltage sections may lead to a serious injury. Turn off the power, and remove the cover 5
minutes later.
WARNING
Basic precautions
This printer should only be used by operators who are appropriately trained in its safe operation.
The printer is not suitable for use in places where children are present.
To prevent accidents and problems, do not modify the machine yourself. Brother will not be held
responsible for any accidents or problems resulting from modifications made to the machine.
Do not handle the power cord with wet hands. Otherwise, it may cause electric shocks.
Installation
Do not set up the printer in a dusty environment. If dust collects inside the printer, it may cause fire or
electric shocks or problems with correct operation.
Be sure to connect the ground. If the ground connection is not secure, you run a high risk of receiving
a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur.
Do not bend the cords excessively or fasten them too hard with staples or anything similar to secure
cords. Otherwise it may cause fire or electric shocks.
Do not connect power to the printer on the floor near the printer. Otherwise, it may cause a fire,
electric shock, or malfunction if water drips from the printer.
Printing
If a foreign object gets inside the printer, immediately turn off the power, disconnect the power
cord, and contact the place of purchase or a qualified technician. If you continue to use the
printer while there is a foreign object inside, it may result in fire or electric shocks or problems
with correct operation.
Do not allow the printer to come into contact with liquids. Otherwise it may cause fire or electric
shocks or problems with correct operation.
If any liquid gets inside the printer, immediately turn off the power, disconnect the power cord,
and contact the place of purchase or a qualified technician.
Do not use the printer when smoke or a bad odor is coming from the printer. Otherwise it may
cause fire or electric shocks or problems with correct operation. Immediately turn off the power,
disconnect the power cord, and contact the place of purchase or a qualified technician.
Keep your finger or any body part away from the rotating fan. Otherwise it will be caught up,
which results in injuries.
Turn off the power when you approach the fan.
CAUTION
Environmental requirements
Use the printer in a place which is adequately ventilated. A slight odor is generated when the printed articles are
being fixed by heat.
Installation
The printer machine weighs 730 kg (1609 lb). Transporting and setting up of the printer should be held in
the proper way. Otherwise, the printer may topple over and cause injury.
Unplug the printer and contact the dealer where you purchased the printer or a trained technician if the
printer topples over. If you continue to use it, it may result in fire or electric shocks or poor printing quality.
Do not set up the printer in a place where it will be affected by vibration. Otherwise the printing quality may
be degraded or the printer may topple over, which causes injury or results in failure of the printer.
Do not connect the power cord until installation is complete. The printer may operate if the power is turned
on by mistake, which could result in injury.
Do not climb onto the printer or place heavy objects on top of it. You may get injured if it becomes
unbalanced and tips over.
Printing
This printer should only be used by operators who are appropriately trained in its safe operation.
Ensure there is adequate space left in front of the printer and avoid placing any objects. Otherwise your hand
may get caught between the platen and an object, which may result in injury.
Do not handle the platen while printing. If your hand gets caught between the platen or the T-shirt tray and the
covers, it may be injured.
Do not put your hands inside the covers while the printer's power is turned on. Otherwise your hands may touch
against moving parts and this may result in injury.
When the pretreatment is applied to printed objects (like a T-shirt) with a spray or pretreatment applicator,
sprayed mist is generated. So wear a pair of plastic gloves, a mask and protective glasses (or goggles) designed
to shield against liquid splash, and fully take care of the air ventilation when you are working with it.
When a problem occurs with the operation of the printer, contact the place of purchase or a qualified technician.
Be careful not to put your hands in the clearance of the cover of the lifting up/down mechanism. Doing so may
cause injury.
Maintenance
Be careful not to pinch your fingers when closing each cover. You may get injured if you pinch your fingers.
When you mount or replace the head, be careful not to get your hands or fingers caught. Otherwise you may be
injured.
Do not drink liquids such as the ink, maintenance solution, cleaning solution, pretreatment, or waste. They may
cause diarrhea or vomiting.
When handling liquids, such as the ink, maintenance solution, cleaning solution, pretreatment, and waste ink,
use protective glasses and gloves to avoid causing your eyes and skin to contact the liquids. It may cause
inflammation. In case of contact with eyes, do not rub but immediately rinse the eyes with water.
Keep the liquids out of the reach of children.
Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the grease, so that it does not get into your eyes
or onto your skin.
It can cause inflammation. Do not drink or eat the grease. It may cause diarrhea or vomiting.
Keep the liquids out of the reach of children.
When replacing parts and installing optional accessories, be sure to use only genuine Brother parts. Brother will
not be held responsible for any accidents or problems resulting from the use of non-genuine parts.
When replacing parts or installing optional accessories, be sure to follow the procedures described in the
Instruction Manual. Incorrect procedures could cause injuries or problems.
Follow the corresponding instructions in the manual when you put your hands inside the cover during regular
maintenance while the power is turned on.
IMPORTANT
Printing
Do not move the platen by hand. Otherwise the printer may be mechanically and electrically damaged.
Ensure there is adequate space left in front of the printer and avoid placing any objects. The platen may be hit
and damaged.
NOTE
Use the printer in an area which is free from sources of strong electrical noise such as electrical line noise or
static electric noise. Sources of strong electrical noise may cause problems with correct operation.
Any fluctuations in the power supply voltage should be within ±10% of the rated voltage for the printer. Voltage
fluctuations which are greater than this may cause problems with correct operation.
The power supply capacity should be greater than the requirements for the printer's power consumption.
Insufficient power supply capacity may cause problems with correct operation.
In the event of an electrical storm, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
Lightning may cause problems with correct operation.
Please be sure to read this manual before using this product.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future use.
This printer should only be used by operators who are appropriately trained in
its safe operation.

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<When you dispose of the machine>
Required Tools
Phillips screwdriver: M3 to M5
Disassembling
1) Remove the Cover of BACK SIDE bottom center.
2) Remove the Lithium Battery (1) by pulling out the holder
in the direction of the arrow.
3) Pickup the Lithium Battery (1) to the direction of the arrow.
Checking the installation site
 The following environmental requirements should be met:
Environment Temperature Humidity
Humidity (%) 0°C (32°F) to
40°C (104°F) 20 % to 85 %
(no condensation)
Working
Environment
*1
10°C (50°F) to
35°C (95°F)
Recommended
Print Environment
*2
18°C (64.4°F) to
30°C (86°F)
35% to 85 %
(no condensation)
Electrical
Requirements Power Power Consumptions
―
Single-phase
200-240 V,
50/60 Hz
5 A max.
*
1
: Environmental range where the printer can be operated.
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2
: Environmental range where sufficient printing quality can
be secured.
 When installing the printer, avoid any place that presents direct sunlight or a large amount of dust.
 The size is 73.6 in. (width) x 75.6 in. (depth) x 57.5 in. (height) (187 cm (width) x 192 cm (depth) x 146 cm (height)). The
main unit weighs 730 kg (1609 lb).
 Do not use an extension cable.
 Keep a minimum workspace of 31.5 in. (80 cm) in front and on the left and right sides of the printer. Also, keep 15.7 in. (40
cm) or wider clearance at the back of the printer. Keep 17.7 in. (45 cm) or wider space free above the unit as well. If this
space is not secured, you will have to move peripherals or the printer when making a repair.
 When installing the printer, place a level gage on the top surface of the platen to make adjustments so that the main unit is
set horizontally.
Transporting the printer
CAUTION
The printer has a dimension of 73.6 in. (width) × 75.6 in.
(depth) × 57.5 in. (height) (187 cm (width) × 192 cm
(depth) × 146 cm (height)). The main unit weighs 730 kg
(1609 lb). Transporting and setting up of the printer
should be held by at least three persons in the proper
way. Otherwise, the printer may topple over and cause
injury.
During transportation, be careful not to get your feet
caught in the frame, casters, or adjusters under the
printer. Also, check the forward direction and be careful
not to get caught between obstacles and this printer.
Otherwise, the operator may get injured.
Refilling the ink and cleaning solution
Turn ON the power of the printer and perform the operation
while the printer is in Standby mode.
CAUTION
Be sure to wear a pair of plastic gloves and protective
glasses while refilling the ink.
IMPORTANT
Agitate the white ink before refilling.
For details, refer to the Instruction Manual.
1) -> [Ink refill] -> Select the ink color and cleaning
solution you want to refill ->
2) Insert the IC stick of the same color as the ink to refill ->
3) Refill the ink and cleaning solution.
IMPORTANT
When refilling ink or cleaning solution,
make sure the surface of the ink or
cleaning solution does not exceed the
scale line above 6. For white ink or
cleaning solution, refill it until the surface
exceeds the scale line below 6. For color
ink, refill it until the surface exceeds the
scale line below 4.
4) Follow the instructions on the screen.
IMPORTANT
Be sure to close the tank lids once you
have refilled the ink and cleaning solution.
To store a cock after use, wipe off ink with
a waste cloth and seal it in a plastic bag.
Do not use a non-standard funnel. Use
the provided cock. Otherwise, ink may be
contaminated or deteriorated, possibly
damaging the printer.
Maintenance list
To maintain the printing quality and use the printer for a longer time, the following maintenance is needed.
For details, refer to the Instruction Manual.
Maintenance timing Description Error /
Warning display
Before printing Print out of the nozzle check pattern (checking on the print heads) ―
When an error /
warning is displayed
Confirmation and disposal of waste ink ○
Confirmation and disposal of waste water ○
Refilling the ink ○
Refilling the cleaning solution ○
Cleaning the nozzle guard and suction cap ○
Replacing the wiper, flushing foam, cap foam, and carriage foam ○
Replacing the mist fan filter ○
When the printer
becomes dirty
Head cleaning ―
White ink circulation ―
Cleaning the internal area of printer ―
Replacing the platen sheet ―
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X1016
X1054
X1034
X1035
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Waste ink tank Ink bottle
9 L
Waste water
tank
Pretreatment
5 kg (11 lb)
Pretreatment
20 kg (44 lb)
Ink bottle
18 L
Cleaning solution bottle
9 L Cleaning solution bottle
18 L Pretreatment
200 kg (440 lb)
PS
116.5 in. (296 cm)
or more
31.5 in. (80 cm)
or more
31.5 in. (80 cm)
or more
129.5 in. (329 cm)
or more
15.7 in. (40 cm)
or more
31.5 in. (80 cm)
or more
17.7 in. (45 cm) or more
There is a label on the back of the
printer that indicates the insertion slot.
(1)
(1)
GT60NB
SC5083-101 EN
2022.01.F(1)
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*Please note that the contents of this manual may differ slightly from the actual product purchased as a result of product
improvements.
This is the original instructions.
This product contains a CR Coin Lithium Battery
which contains Perchlorate Material – special
handling may apply.
See
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Note based on California law (USA) on the
use and handling of Perchlorate