Colorjet AURAJET II Series User manual

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Foreword
This installation guide is briefly describing the operational aspects of the AuraJet Series II machine. In this
document, the step-wise instructions for installing and operating the various aspects of the machine with visual
screens are provided for easy and better understanding. It also describes the error messages encountered while
working with the machine with appropriate remedial actions required to be taken by the service engineer.
This guide refers as the reference tool which guides the service engineer how to install the AuraJet Series II
machine without anyone else assistance. The information provided in this document ensures its uniqueness and
language quality. For safe and proper use of the product, please read this document carefully and follow all the
instructions.
Disclaimer
The information and instructions provided in this manual have been checked for accuracy, uniqueness, and
reliability. ColorJet group reserves all the rights to modify and revise this manual as per the company requirements
without any prior notice.
“No part of this document shall be reproduced or used by externals without prior permission of the ColorJet
group”.
The reference table is shown in the below table:
Doc Type
Doc Code
Version
Machine Name
Date of Issue
Installation Manual
JXX12XXX01
1.0
AuraJet Series II
3rd July 2017

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Table of Contents
1. Site Layout..............................................................................................................................................................4
2. Site Preparation ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
System Requirements............................................................................................................................................5
Tool Requirements................................................................................................................................................. 5
Environmental Requirements................................................................................................................................5
3. Safety Requirements..............................................................................................................................................6
4. Electrical Requirements.........................................................................................................................................7
5. Preparation before Installation..............................................................................................................................7
6. Handling Precautions.............................................................................................................................................8
7. Packing List Details.................................................................................................................................................9
8. Unpacking the Printer Box ...................................................................................................................................11
9. Assembling Printer...............................................................................................................................................12
10. Head Installation................................................................................................................................................18
11. Ink Filling ............................................................................................................................................................23
12. Installing Printer Manager .................................................................................................................................29
13. Advanced Operations.........................................................................................................................................36
Quality..................................................................................................................................................................36
Head Parameters .................................................................................................................................................37
Disable Head ........................................................................................................................................................37
14. Head Alignment .................................................................................................................................................38
Dot Test................................................................................................................................................................38
Head Interleave Test............................................................................................................................................38
Head Slant Test (Angle Test)................................................................................................................................40
Head Interval Check.............................................................................................................................................40
Head Space Alignment.........................................................................................................................................41
Feed Adjustment..................................................................................................................................................41
Horizontal Adjustment.........................................................................................................................................42
15. Head Alignment Process Description.................................................................................................................44
Enabling the Service Mode ..................................................................................................................................46

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Performing the Alignment Test............................................................................................................................47
LCD Operations for Calibration............................................................................................................................48
16. Do’s and Don’t of the Machine..........................................................................................................................51
17. Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................................................................................................52
Printer Not Initialized...........................................................................................................................................52
Printer Manager Not Showing READY..................................................................................................................58
Print Stop During Printing....................................................................................................................................58
Print is Blur...........................................................................................................................................................60
Lines in Print.........................................................................................................................................................61
Printed Image is Shifting or Junk Printing............................................................................................................64
Heaters Not Working ...........................................................................................................................................65
Ink Not Reached to the Damper ..........................................................................................................................65
Head Not Firing ....................................................................................................................................................66
Carriage Movement is not Smooth......................................................................................................................66
Ink Spot in Printing...............................................................................................................................................70
Cleaning Pump not Working ................................................................................................................................71
Carriage Left Movement Command not Working ...............................................................................................73
Bed Suction Blower not Working.........................................................................................................................73
18. Error Handling....................................................................................................................................................74

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1. Site Layout
The site layout of the printer is shown as below:
Fig 1: Displaying the Site Layout

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2. Site Preparation
System Requirements
The system requirements for the printer manager software are given as follow:
Table 1: Recommended System Requirements
Requirements
Specifications
Operating System
Windows 7 and Windows 8
Processor
64 Bits
RAM
1 GB Minimum
Hard Disk Space
80 GB
Tool Requirements
The tool requirements for printer installation are given as follow:
•Microscope or magnifying lens
•Head alignment screw driver
•Head height adjustment screw driver
•Allen key set
•Taper Gauge
Environmental Requirements
The printer should be installed in a clean, dust-free environment, with temperature and relative humidity range
which are given as below:
•Power ON: Temperature : 18 to 280C
Humidity : 20 to 60%RH (Non-condensing)
•Power OFF: Temperature: 5 to 400C
Humidity : 20 to 80%RH (Non-condensing)

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3. Safety Requirements
Before operating the printer and Printer Manager software for the first time, please read the document carefully
and follow all the usage instructions. While using the printer, kindly follow all the safety instructions which are
given below:
Fire Prevention
Inks and solvents must be enclosed in a special storage cabinet for inflammable liquids or within a separate storage
room and must be clearly identified to meet the professional requirements of safety regulations. Ink storage must
be strictly in compliance with local fire regulations for the use and storage of combustibles.
Ventilation
In order to prevent the danger caused by volatile gas accumulation, the storage room must have sufficient
ventilation.
Note: Solvent gas specific gravity is greater than the air, it would accumulate near the floor. Installation work in
the vicinity of electrical equipment must confirm the GB/T standards, national electrical regulation requirements
for level II sites, and installation by a corresponding qualification of the professional electrical contractor.
Software Errors
While using the Printer Manager software, it is possible that some errors may occur. In such case, all the errors or
system messages will be displayed on the Error Information area. Read the error message and try to resolve it. If
you are not able to resolve the issue, please contact us or call at our customer care number for more assistance.

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4. Electrical Requirements
Before installing the printer, the below mentioned electrical requirements should be confirmed:
•Printer requires a single phase power and a good dedicated ground connection
•Ground resistance should be less than 10 Ω
•Power supply range should be 220V voltage (± 10%) and AC 50Hz or 60Hz
•Power should be uninterrupted and is 3.5 kilowatt
•Power outlets are required 6 AMP (includes Print engine, inbuilt heaters, extended heater, and take-up)
Note: Power cords are packed with printer box.
5. Preparation before Installation
To install the printer, you must follow the below mentioned instructions for better use and long life of the printer:
•Prepare the site as per the requirements like environmental temperature.
•Configure PC as per the given system specification viz. RAM, operating system, processor, and storage
space.
•Arrange the machine handling tools to avoid delays like a forklift.
•Install the Printer Manager software by following all the instructions mentioned in the Installation Guide.
•If any damage in packaging is founded, then immediately report the same to the dealer.
•During the installation, it is preferable that at least two operators are present for training, who have
proficient computer skills and printing experience.
•Keep the consumables like media and inks ready in advance to avoid any delay in installation.
•While assembling, check the labels on the box "right and left" and “front and rear”.

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6. Handling Precautions
Before operating the printer, the below mentioned instructions should strictly be followed:
•Printer
oPay full attention to the box handling marks
oFollow all the safety and handling precautions
oAvoid excess load on the printer
oDon’t touch the internal parts of the printer like ink cartridge ports
oDon’t cover the ventilation area of the printer
oProperly cover the printer while it is not in use
oAssemble the printer in the specified site area with relevant temperature and humidity
oProper power cable fitting and port availability
•Print Head
oDon’t touch the print heads
oAvoid losses due to print heads dry out situations
oClean print heads timely to avoid nozzle or any other blockage
oPerform nozzle test every time while start printing
oAppropriately calibrate the print head for high-quality printing services
•Ink Cartridges
oUse recommended ink only
oDon’t shake the ink bottle or pouch
oDon’t try to assemble or disassemble the ink cartridge
oStore ink in the mentioned site area to avoid dry or damage

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7. Packing List Details
The checklist of the packing boxes is shown as below:
Box 1
Box 2
Box 3
Box 4
Box 5
Accessories Box
Cartridges
4/8 NOS
Cartridge
Support Brackets
Dummy Box
Upper & Lower
Heater Panels
Box 6
Box 7
Box 8
Truss : 1
TakeUp System
Machine Legs &
Pillars
Supply System
Brackets
Main Body L
Support Brackets
Supply System
Holders
Supply System Pipes
Waste Ink Bottle
Heater Panel Mounting
Brackets(L&R)
Waste Ink Bottle
Holder
TakeUp Z Cover

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The front view of the printer’s box is shown as follow:
Fig 2: The Front View of the Printer's Box
The back view of the printer’s box is shown as follow:
Fig 3: The Back View of the Printer's Box
Box No-6
Box No-5
Box No-8
Box No-7
Box No-1
Box No-3
Box No-2
Box No-4

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8. Unpacking the Printer Box
This is advisable that please open the printer box in the presence of a service engineer. If any damage is found in
the box, kindly report the same to the dealer with their respective picture.
The printer’s box and its dimensions are shown as follow:
Open the top cover and remove the side walls, as shown below:
Now, you can see that the main box contains several sub-boxes. These boxes consist different parts of the printer.
Thus, to know more about these items, please refers to the Packing List Details section where box-wise details
are also given.
Fig 4: Displaying the Printer's Box Dimensions
Fig 5: Inner View of the Printer’s Box

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9. Assembling Printer
Assembling of the printer is done in the presence of a service engineer. The total weight of the printer, including
box is above 270KG. For the safety concerns, the assembling process requires at least 6 persons.
Follow these steps to assemble the printer:
Step 1: Fix the screws with slider nuts in the bridge section, as shown below:
Step 2: Assemble the machine legs with side stand and slide the bridge section into the side stand by aligning
the slider nuts, as shown below:
Step 3: Fix the side mounting screws 8nos (4 on each side), as shown below:

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Step 4: Lift the upper main body of the printer and place it on the stands, as shown below:
Step 5: Press the locking device on the wheel till it touches the ground, as shown below:
Step 6: Place the upper body of the printer on the stand so that its screw holes align with the side stand, as
shown below:

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Step 7: Fix the media supply brackets, as shown below:
Step 8: Insert the pipes into both sides of the supply brackets, as shown below:
Step 9: Insert the supply pipes into the other side bracket and fix the screws, as shown below:

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Step 10: Install the waste bottle holder, as shown below:
Step 11: Fix the extended heater mounting brackets, as shown below:
Step 12: Fix the extended heater base cover.
Step 13: Fix the heater controller cover, as shown below:

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Step 14: Fix both the extended heaters, as shown below:
Step 15: Fix the Take-Up assembly on the base stand legs, as shown below:
Step 16: Fix the ink cartridge supporter, as shown below:

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Step 17: Install the sublimation kit (If applicable), as shown below:

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10. Head Installation
Use this section, if print head is not installed in the printer.
The installation of print heads is done only by a service engineer. If the print head is not installed correctly, it can
affect the printing quality and damage the critical parts of the printer during printing.
Note: Don’t apply much pressure on print head while installing it.
Follow these steps to install the print head:
Step A: Keep Ready the Head Fixing Screws
Note: Use the screw driver provided with the printer.
Step B: Loose the Head Aligning Plates Screws.
Step C: Insert Head Cables in the Head Connector before placing the print head on the head plate.
There are two head cables which you need to insert in the head connector one by one, as shown below:
Fig 6: Inserting the Head Cable
Note: Gently insert the cables’ terminal pins in the print head so that it can’t damage the contact leads. Further,
take great care about the head cable’s orientation as it must match with the contact lead to avoid risk situation.

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Step D: Mount the Print Head on the Head Carriage Plate
The Head Carriage Plate (for single print head) is shown below:
Fig 7: The Head Carriage Plate (for Single Print Head)
Fix the print head on the Head Carriage Plate (Refer to Fig 8).
Fix the print head screws gently with the help of screw driver provided with the printer, as shown below:
Fig 8: Fixing the Print Head Screws
Note: Fix the screws as per the given numbering.
1
2
3