Brother GTX600SB User manual

GTX600SB  Professional Use
GARMENT PRINTER
Instruction Manual
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
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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.
(1)
(1)
Note based on California law (USA) on the use and handling of Perchlorate
This product contains a CR Coin Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – special handling may
apply.
See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Thank you very much for buying a BROTHER printer.
Before using your new printer, please read the "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" and handling instructions carefully.
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
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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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 by 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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
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 690 kg (1521 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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
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 door and 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, cleaning solution, pretreatment, or waste. They may cause diarrhea or
vomiting.
When handling liquids, such as the ink, cleaning solution, pretreatment, and waste, 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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3. Warning labels
X1101
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Pretreatment
5 kg (11 lb)
Pretreatment
20 kg (44 lb)
Waste ink tank
Cleaning solution bottle
9 L
Ink bottle
9 L
Waste water tank

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This printer has the following warning labels displayed on it.
Follow the precautions given on each warning label for your work.
When the label is peeled off or illegible, contact the place of purchase.
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Table of contents
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1. Before Using Your Printer for the First Time 15
1-1. Be sure to read the following notes before using the printer ................................................................................................... 15
1-2. Components included with printer ............................................................................................................................................ 19
1-3. Other items you must make available for use ......................................................................................................................... 20
1-4. Name and function of each component ................................................................................................................................... 22
1-4-1. Front part ....................................................................................................................................................................... 22
1-4-2. Right side view .............................................................................................................................................................. 24
1-4-3. Left side view/Rear side view ....................................................................................................................................... 25
1-4-4. Inside the cover............................................................................................................................................................. 26
1-4-5. Operation panel ............................................................................................................................................................ 27
1-5. About the humidifier .................................................................................................................................................................. 33
1-5-1. About the water used.................................................................................................................................................... 33
1-5-2. Water supply ................................................................................................................................................................. 33
2. Menu list 35
3. Installation and preparation 39
3-1. Installation of printer .................................................................................................................................................................. 40
3-2. Initial installation of printer ........................................................................................................................................................ 41
3-2-1. Level adjustment ........................................................................................................................................................... 41
3-3. Power supply of printer ............................................................................................................................................................. 43
3-3-1. Turning on the power .................................................................................................................................................... 43
3-3-2. Turning off the power .................................................................................................................................................... 44
3-3-3. When there is no prospect of electric power recovery for a while due to power outage ............................................ 45
3-4. Connection between Printer and PC (for Windows) ................................................................................................................ 48
3-4-1. Installing printer driver onto your PC ............................................................................................................................ 49
3-4-2. Connecting the printer to your PC via a LAN cable: Adding a printer to PC ............................................................... 50
3-5. Connection between Printer and PC (for Macintosh) .............................................................................................................. 56
3-5-1. Installing printer driver onto your PC ............................................................................................................................ 56
3-5-2. Connecting the printer to your PC via a LAN cable ..................................................................................................... 57
3-6. Adjustment ................................................................................................................................................................................ 60
3-6-1. Initial settings after head replacement ......................................................................................................................... 61
3-6-2. Color adjustments between color/ORGR heads ......................................................................................................... 62
3-6-3. Firing adjustment .......................................................................................................................................................... 63
3-6-4. 2 same color heads position adjustment ..................................................................................................................... 64
3-6-5. Platen-rolling adjustment .............................................................................................................................................. 65
3-6-6. White and Color/ORGR Alignment .............................................................................................................................. 66
3-6-7. Setting of the time displayed on the nozzle check pattern .......................................................................................... 67
3-6-8. Set the scheduled time for white ink circulation ........................................................................................................... 69
3-6-9. Humidification Schedule Settings................................................................................................................................. 72
3-7. Moving the printer ..................................................................................................................................................................... 76

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4. Creating print data 77
4-1. Types of applications ................................................................................................................................................................ 77
4-2. Sending print data using Brother GTX-6 Extra Colors ORGR FileOutput (for Macintosh only)............................................. 79
4-3. Using other applications ........................................................................................................................................................... 80
4-3-1. When using CorelDRAW .............................................................................................................................................. 80
4-3-2. When using Adobe Photoshop .................................................................................................................................... 87
4-3-3. When using Adobe Illustrator ....................................................................................................................................... 92
4-4. Driver settings for print data using white ink ............................................................................................................................ 98
4-4-1. Setting up the printer driver .......................................................................................................................................... 98
4-4-2. Select the platen size .................................................................................................................................................. 100
4-4-3. Selecting platen height ............................................................................................................................................... 101
4-4-4. Select the ink type ...................................................................................................................................................... 102
4-4-5. Select the mode .......................................................................................................................................................... 103
4-4-6. Select the resolution ................................................................................................................................................... 104
4-4-7. Set up the white ink .................................................................................................................................................... 105
4-4-8. Specify whether or not to use the background black color........................................................................................ 108
4-4-9. Specify whether or not to perform Multiple Pass Printing .......................................................................................... 109
4-4-10. Set up the white ink .................................................................................................................................................. 110
4-4-11. Set up the image quality ........................................................................................................................................... 113
4-4-12. Set up the color balance ........................................................................................................................................... 114
4-4-13. Specify the print direction ......................................................................................................................................... 116
4-5. Driver settings for print data using color ink and black ink only ............................................................................................. 117
4-5-1. Setting up the printer driver ........................................................................................................................................ 117
4-5-2. Select the platen size .................................................................................................................................................. 119
4-5-3. Selecting platen height ............................................................................................................................................... 120
4-5-4. Select the ink type ...................................................................................................................................................... 121
4-5-5. Specify whether or not to perform Multiple Pass Printing .......................................................................................... 122
4-5-6. Set up the color ink ..................................................................................................................................................... 123
4-5-7. Set up the image quality ............................................................................................................................................. 125
4-5-8. Set up the color balance ............................................................................................................................................. 126
4-5-9. Specify the print direction ........................................................................................................................................... 128
4-6. Using Useful Tools .................................................................................................................................................................. 129
4-6-1. Use the color palette ................................................................................................................................................... 129
4-6-2. Replace RGB=255 with RGB=254 (for Photoshop only) .......................................................................................... 129
4-6-3. Check the color sample .............................................................................................................................................. 130
4-6-4. Print a grid pattern on the platen sheet ...................................................................................................................... 131
4-6-5. Adjust the ink volume ................................................................................................................................................. 132
4-6-6. Print out of highlight check pattern/mask check pattern ............................................................................................ 133
4-6-7. Color adjustments between color/ORGR heads ....................................................................................................... 134
4-6-8. Check the ejection timing ........................................................................................................................................... 136
4-6-9. Position adjustment for the 2 heads of the same color ............................................................................................. 137
4-6-10. Platen feed adjustment ............................................................................................................................................. 138
4-6-11. Check the print position ............................................................................................................................................ 139

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5. Basic printing procedures 141
5-1. Basic printing process flow ..................................................................................................................................................... 143
5-2. Tasks to be performed before starting print operation ........................................................................................................... 144
5-2-1. Confirmation of Water Supply Tank ............................................................................................................................ 144
5-3. Pretreating process for print medium ..................................................................................................................................... 145
5-3-1. Provisions for pretreatment ........................................................................................................................................ 145
5-3-2. Dilution of pretreatment .............................................................................................................................................. 147
5-3-3. Application of pretreatment ........................................................................................................................................ 149
5-3-4. Fixation of pretreatment .............................................................................................................................................. 152
5-4. Platen adjustment ................................................................................................................................................................... 154
5-4-1. Replacing the currently used platen with another one .............................................................................................. 154
5-4-2. Platen height adjustment ............................................................................................................................................ 156
5-5. Placing print medium in position............................................................................................................................................. 157
5-6. Sending/Loading Print Data ................................................................................................................................................... 160
5-6-1. Sending print data from ARX6E/ARX6 file preview ................................................................................................... 160
5-6-2. Sending print data from applications .......................................................................................................................... 164
5-6-3. Loading print data (ARX6E/ARX6 file) from USB flash memory .............................................................................. 167
5-7. Executing a printing job .......................................................................................................................................................... 169
5-7-1. Executing a print job once for a single print medium ................................................................................................. 169
5-7-2. Executing a print job several times for multiple print media ...................................................................................... 170
5-7-3. Performing the printing from receiving history ........................................................................................................... 171
5-8. Scheduling a print ................................................................................................................................................................... 172
5-8-1. When you can schedule printing ................................................................................................................................ 172
5-8-2. When a scheduled print begins .................................................................................................................................. 172
5-8-3. When printing does not begin .................................................................................................................................... 172
5-8-4. Canceling scheduled printing ..................................................................................................................................... 172
5-9. Removing printed matter from platen..................................................................................................................................... 173
5-10. Fixation of ink ........................................................................................................................................................................ 174

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6. Precautions to keep good printing quality/use printer over the long term 176
6-1. Tasks to be performed regularly ............................................................................................................................................. 177
6-1-1. Refilling color ink ......................................................................................................................................................... 177
6-1-2. Refilling white ink ........................................................................................................................................................ 179
6-1-3. Refilling the cleaning solution ..................................................................................................................................... 183
6-1-4. Correcting the remaining ink level .............................................................................................................................. 185
6-1-5. Replacement of maintenance parts ........................................................................................................................... 186
6-1-6. Replacing the wiper .................................................................................................................................................... 187
6-1-7. Replacing the cap chip and cap foam ........................................................................................................................ 189
6-1-8. Replacing the flushing foam ....................................................................................................................................... 192
6-1-9. Replacing the carriage foam ...................................................................................................................................... 195
6-1-10. Replacing the mist fan filter ...................................................................................................................................... 203
6-1-11. Replacing the platen sheet ....................................................................................................................................... 205
6-1-12. Replacement of print head ....................................................................................................................................... 207
6-1-13. Cover adjustments ................................................................................................................................................... 213
6-1-14. Tube air bleed ........................................................................................................................................................... 216
6-1-15. Head cleaning ........................................................................................................................................................... 217
6-1-16. White ink circulation .................................................................................................................................................. 219
6-1-17. Print out the nozzle check pattern (checking on the print heads) ........................................................................... 220
6-2. Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................................. 223
6-2-1. Cleaning the nozzle guard and suction cap ............................................................................................................... 223
6-2-2. Cleaning and replacing maintenance parts ............................................................................................................... 233
6-2-3. Cleaning the surrounding area of nozzle surface ...................................................................................................... 234
6-2-4. Disposal of waste ink and waste water ...................................................................................................................... 237
6-3. When Not Using for a Long Period of Time ........................................................................................................................... 239
6-3-1. When Not Using for a Long Period of Time: within 2 weeks ..................................................................................... 239
6-3-2. When Not Using for a Long Period of Time: more than 2 weeks .............................................................................. 239
7. What to do when needed 240
7-1. Setting the print direction ........................................................................................................................................................ 242
7-2. Screen back light adjustment ................................................................................................................................................. 242
7-3. Setup of Auto Screen Erase Time .......................................................................................................................................... 243
7-4. Setting the menu timeout period ............................................................................................................................................ 243
7-5. Speaker volume setting .......................................................................................................................................................... 244
7-6. Setup of temperature indication ............................................................................................................................................. 244
7-7. Preview display settings ......................................................................................................................................................... 245
7-8. Standby Display Icon Settings ............................................................................................................................................... 245
7-9. File name display setting ........................................................................................................................................................ 247
7-10. Platen Setting........................................................................................................................................................................ 247
7-10-1. User settings for height ............................................................................................................................................. 247
7-10-2. Configuring the obstacle sensor to work during the printing process ..................................................................... 248
7-10-3. Platen too low sensor setting ................................................................................................................................... 248

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7-11. Print Operation Settings Under Low Temperature ............................................................................................................... 249
7-12. Print Operation Settings Under Low Humidity ..................................................................................................................... 250
7-13. Auto Cleaning Setting ........................................................................................................................................................... 251
7-14. Setting Automatic Multiple Pass Settings ............................................................................................................................ 252
7-15. Flushing Interval Setting ....................................................................................................................................................... 253
7-16. Flushing Volume Setting ....................................................................................................................................................... 253
7-17. Automatic deletion of print data ............................................................................................................................................ 254
7-18. Network filtering settings ...................................................................................................................................................... 254
7-19. Static IP address setting ....................................................................................................................................................... 255
7-20. Shortcut button setting .......................................................................................................................................................... 256
7-21. Display of total printed sheets .............................................................................................................................................. 256
7-22. Display of Temperature/Humidity Info .................................................................................................................................. 257
7-23. Confirm network setting ........................................................................................................................................................ 258
7-24. Check circulation schedule................................................................................................................................................... 259
7-25. Check humidification schedule............................................................................................................................................. 259
7-26. Language setting .................................................................................................................................................................. 260
7-27. Display of version ................................................................................................................................................................. 261
7-27-1. Updating of firmware ................................................................................................................................................ 262
8. Troubleshooting 263
8-1. Troubleshooting instructions ................................................................................................................................................... 264
8-2. Solutions to print quality problems ......................................................................................................................................... 268
8-2-1. Recovery action to be taken for such a nozzle that is unable to eject ink-jet droplets ............................................. 274
8-3. Acquisition of log file ............................................................................................................................................................... 280
9. Error message 282
10. Specifications 308
10-1. Apparatus .............................................................................................................................................................................. 308
10-2. Software ................................................................................................................................................................................ 309
10-3. Ink, cleaning solution, pretreatment ..................................................................................................................................... 310
10-3-1. Ink .............................................................................................................................................................................. 310
10-3-2. Cleaning solution ...................................................................................................................................................... 310
10-3-3. Pretreatment ............................................................................................................................................................. 310
10-4. About consumable supplies, optional items and replacement parts................................................................................... 311

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1 Before Using Your Printer for the First Time
1-1. Be sure to read the following notes before using the printer
Keep in mind the following points before using the printer:
Precautions for proper use
 PLEASE LEAVE THE PRINTER POWERED ON 24 HOURS A DAY.
Even when the printer is placed in standby mode, it performs such maintenance as white ink circulation inside
the main unit automatically to prevent sedimentation of the white ink.
 Please use the printer within the scope covered by its warranty for the best print result (temperature: 18
to 30°C (64.4 to 86°F) and humidity: 35 to 85%).
Otherwise, the print heads may be clogged with ink and ink may splash.
 Adjust the height of the platen according to the print medium before using it.
Adjust the height and check that the platen is not detected by the obstacle sensor.
 Do not excessively lower the platen.
Otherwise, ink mist will be scattered inside the printer, which may result in staining of the printing surface,
blurring of the printed image, and malfunction of the sensor and the main unit. Increase the platen height if the
platen too low sensor is activated.
☞"5-4-2. Platen height adjustment >>P.156"
 Never power off the printer or open the cover while the printer is in operation.
Otherwise, the printer may break down or a print job may end up in failure.
 Until the ink is firmly fixed, do not touch the printed part.
If a T-shirt is soiled with such ink that has not been firmly fixed on its surface, such ink stain cannot be removed
even by washing.
About ink bottle
 Refill ink into the ink bottle of the same color as the ink bottle seal.
 Shake the white ink well until no deposits remain on the bottom of the bottle.
Otherwise, the white ink may precipitate.
☞"6-1-2. Refilling white ink >>P.179"
 Store consumable goods in a place where they are not exposed to direct sunlight, high temperatures,
or low temperatures.
 Use up the ink and pretreatment before their shelf life.
Use of an expired ink bottle may make you liable for the cost of repairs even during the guarantee period.
 In order to take full advantage of the printer capabilities, we recommend to use the ink specified by us.
In cases where the printer malfunctions due to the use of non-genuine ink, you may be liable for the cost of
repairs even during the guarantee period.
 Be sure to close the ink tank lid once you have refilled the ink.
 Handle the ink bottle with care.

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Before Using Your Printer for the First Time
 Handle the IC stick with care.
Take care not to lose the IC stick.
Once you have refilled ink, you cannot print until you insert the IC stick.
About pretreatment
 Apply the pretreatment when using white ink.
If a T-shirt to which the pretreatment is applied is coated with only color inks, its stains may be wiped off by
washing.
 After a T-shirt is coated with the pretreatment, store pretreatment in a place where it is not exposed to
direct sunlight, and wash it with clean water at an early stage after ink is applied to it.
When a white or light-colored T-shirt is coated with the pretreatment, the coated surface color may change, and
cannot be restored to the original color even if the T-shirt is washed.
 When performing printing for the first time, try pretreatment in an unnoticeable area.
Some T-shirts may be discolored by the pretreatment and cannot be restored to the original color even if they
are washed.
 Wash away any imprint of the pretreatment with water.
 When a color transfer occurs, wipe the color-transferred area clean of dirt with a soft and clean cloth or
a toothbrush that is moistened with a small amount of mild detergent for home use or alcohol.
If a printed material is rubbed with vinyl-chloride-based white or light-colored synthetic leather, color transfer
may occur.
Also, when a color-printed surface is rubbed strongly against a printed surface with only white ink, color transfer
may occur in the same fashion.
About maintenance
 If you put your hands inside the cover during regular maintenance while the power is on, follow the
instructions in this manual.
 In order to keep good printing quality, perform maintenance on a regular basis.
☞"6. Precautions to keep good printing quality/use printer over the long term >> P.176"
 We recommend to use the genuine cleaning solution that is specified by us when cleaning the head or
cap.
This allows you to take full advantage of the printer's intrinsic capabilities and use it for a long period.
Using commercially available alcohol or cleaning solution could cause damage to the print heads.
 Never remove the print heads except when they are replaced with new ones.
Because they are precision components, the print head may fail.
What to do when not using printer
 When the printer will not be used for a prolonged period of time, take appropriate procedures before
storing the printer depending on storage period or condition.
☞"6-3. When Not Using for a Long Period of Time >> P.239"

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Before Using Your Printer for the First Time
About waste handling
 Dispose of the residual wastes and waste ink properly as water-based waste fluid in accordance with
applicable laws and ordinances.
Others
 In the event that the printer is relocated elsewhere for layout change, etc., place a level gauge on the
top surface of the platen to make such an adjustment that the printer will be placed horizontally level.
 You cannot connect this product directly to the communications lines, including the public wireless LANs, of
telecommunication carriers like mobile communications companies, fixed communications companies, or
internet providers. Ensure that the product is connected through a router, if it is to be used over the internet.
<NOTE>
 This apparatus is Class A information technology equipment based on the standards of the Voluntary Control Council for
Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). Using this apparatus in a home environment may cause radio
interference. In that case, the user may be required to take appropriate measures.
About trademarks
The names of operating systems described in the main context of this manual are abbreviated. Product names used in
this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developer or manufacture. However,
in this manual, the ® marks or TM marks are not used.
Brother logo is registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.
Apple, Macintosh, Mac OS, iOS, OS X, macOS, Safari, iPad, iPhone, iPod and iPod touch are the trademarks or
registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States of America and other countries.
The official name of Windows® 10 is Microsoft® Windows® 10 operating system (represented as Windows 10 in this
manual). The official name of Windows® 11 is Microsoft® Windows® 11 operating system (represented as Windows 11 in
this manual).
Microsoft®, Windows® 10 and Windows® 11 are trademarks and registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States of America and other countries.
Corel, Corel's logo and CorelDRAW are trademarks and registered trademarks of Corel Corporation.
Adobe, Adobe's logo, Acrobat, Photoshop, and Illustrator are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated (Adobe
Systems).
Other product and company names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
Information in this document and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
About the CE declarations
Downloadable from: https://www.brother.com

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Before Using Your Printer for the First Time
About software
This printer uses its own software.
To use this printer, you are required to agree with the End-User License Agreement for Brother Software as mentioned
below.
End-User License Agreement for Brother Software
You can use this software if you agree to comply with the terms of the End-User License
Agreement. You cannot use this software unless you agree to comply with the terms.
1. Ownership
The rights for this software and its reproductions belong to Brother Industries, Ltd. (hereafter
referred to as the “Company”) or its suppliers. The Company does not transfer the copyright
related to this software to you under this agreement.
2. Permission for license
2.1 The Company grants you a non-exclusive right to use this software.
2.2 You cannot conduct any of the following acts:
(1) Modifications of all or part of this software,
(2) Reverse engineering, disassembly, or decompilation,
(3) Loaning or leasing this software,
(4) Keep this software available for download in public.
3. No warranty
The Company provides this software without any warranty, either expressed or implied, including
but not limited to a warranty for free of defects, fitness for a particular purpose, and
non-infringement of third party rights.
4. Limitation of liability
The Company shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages caused by or connected with
this software.
5. Termination of license
The Company may terminate this agreement without notice if you violate the terms and conditions
outlined in this agreement.
6. Governing law
This agreement shall be construed in accordance with Japanese law.

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Before Using Your Printer for the First Time
1-2. Components included with printer
The components included with the printer are shown below. However, in the event that there is any missing
component(s), please contact your dealer.
X1102
①②③④⑤⑥
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⑫ ⑮
⑯⑰ ⑲⑱
⑬⑬ ⑭
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No. Name Quantity No. Name Quantity
1 Main tank cover 1 11 USB hub 1
2 Main tank cover installation screw (M4) 2 12 Key to main body door *1 6
3 Hole cap (black) 2 13 Clean stick R
Clean stick T
10
10
4 Print switch unit 2
5 Print switch cover installation screw 8 14 Cleaning cup 1
6 Print switch unit installation screw 8 15 Gloves 2
7 Carriage foam 1 16 Cam fixing pin 2
8 Humidifier pipe R 1 17 Wiper blade 6
9 Waste ink tank 1 18 Flushing foam 3
10 Waste water tank 1 19 Setup Manual 1
*The print heads and mist fan filter are attached to the main body before shipping.
<TIPS>
*1: The administrator should keep the key.

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Before Using Your Printer for the First Time
1-3. Other items you must make available for use
What you buy from our distributors
 9-L Ink bottle
 Cleaning solution
 Pretreatment
 AC power cord
<NOTE>
 There is a risk of malfunction or fire if you use other cables than the specified one. Purchase the cable (optional item) from
your dealer. Also, do not use any extension cable.
Others
 LAN cable (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T)
 USB flash memory
Please use a FAT32-formatted USB flash memory of which storage capacity is 2 GB to 32 GB in total. You
cannot use a USB memory with security functions such as password lock function or beyond 32 GB.
<NOTE>
 Use the supplied USB hub if the USB flash drive cannot be recognized.
 Pure water
Pure water refers to clear water, such as distilled water or purified water, to dilute the pretreatment and
supply to the humidifier.
<NOTE>
 Avoid using such water as tap water in which impurities are contained.
 Heat press
It must deliver the performance through which the print range of the size of a platen to be used can be
covered and 180°C (356°F) can be kept for 35 seconds or more. At a fixing stage of the pretreatment, be
sure to use the heat press, but not an oven, to smoothen the surface fluff.
 Peel-off sheet
Always use this sheet to flatten the fixed surface and enhance the peel property when fixating the
pretreatment and ink by means of the heat press. ☞"5-3-1. Provisions for pretreatment >> P.145"
 Silicone foam (of open-cell structure)
It is the foamed mattress which resists heat. Use this at a fixing stage through the use of the heat press.
 Adhesive roller
Use these to remove lint from a T-shirt or debris from its surface.
 Water supply to the humidifier
☞"1-5-2. Water supply >>P.33"