Epson SC-V7000 User manual

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Safety Precautions
Original instructions

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Contents
Before Use....................................................................................... 3
oMeaning of Symbols................................................................................................................................................... 3
Handling the Printer Safely............................................................ 4
oRestrictions on Usage................................................................................................................................................. 4
User restrictions .............................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Location Restrictions..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
oNotes on Installation................................................................................................................................................... 5
oNotes on Handling ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
oNotes on the Power Supply...................................................................................................................................... 8
oNotes on Consumables.............................................................................................................................................. 9
oOther Information ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
oResidual Safety Risks.................................................................................................................................................10
oWarning Labels ...........................................................................................................................................................13
Label Meanings .............................................................................................................................................................................13
Label Attachment Positions......................................................................................................................................................14
oSafety Equipment ......................................................................................................................................................16
Emergency Stop Button.............................................................................................................................................................16
Proximity Sensor ...........................................................................................................................................................................16
Jam Detection Sensor .................................................................................................................................................................17

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Before Use
Before Use
To use this printer safely, make sure you read the instruction manuals before use. Using the printer in anyway not
instructed in the instruction manuals may cause a malfunction or accident to occur. Store the instruction manuals
close to the printer so that you can access it at any time.
Meaning of Symbols
This guide and the product use the following symbols to ensure safe use of the printer and to prevent injuries or
damage. The following explains the meaning of the symbols.
Warning labels are also attached to dangerous areas on the printer. See "Warning Labels" on page 13 for more details.
DDANGER Indicates information that, if ignored, could result in mishandling the printer causing
imminent death or serious injury.
DWARNING Indicates information that, if ignored, may result in mishandling the printer causing
death or serious injury.
DCAUTION Indicates information that, if ignored, may result in mishandling the printer causing
injury or property damage.
Indicates actions that must not be performed (prohibited actions).
Indicates items (instructions or actions) that must be performed.
Do not disassemble
Do not touch
No flames
Alternating current
Power on
Stop
Power off

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Handling the Printer Safely
This section explains actions that you must perform to ensure that you use the printer safely and to prevent injury to
workers and others and damage to property.
Restrictions on Usage
User restrictions
This printer contains the following dangerous parts. Before using the printer, make sure you attend the appropriate
training to fully understand the dangers involved. (Warning labels are attached to dangerous areas. NSee "Warning
Labels" on page 13)
•Operating at high speed
•High temperature areas
•Irradiates ultraviolet light
Only use the printer when you understand the contents of this guide.
Location Restrictions
Persons who have not received proper training must not enter within the following area around the printer.
Install this printer in a dedicated room, or setup a fence around it, so that no one can accidentally enter the restricted
area.
1. Rear: 150 cm or more 4. Length: 509 cm or more
2. Left and right: 100 cm or more 5. Width: 653 cm or more
3. Front: 150 cm or more
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Handling the Printer Safely
Notes on Installation
DDANGER
Do not use the printer near hazardous materials.
The printer is not constructed of explosion proof material. An explosion could occur if the
printer is used in a location containing hazardous material.
Install the printer in a well-ventilated room. When installing the printer in a sealed or poorly
ventilated room, be sure to install a ventilator.
Since ink vapor is heavier than air, vents should be located as close to the floor as possible.
Long-term or repeated exposure to ink can cause organ damage.
Do not use the printer near fires.
Otherwise, a fire may occur if the ink or cleaning liquid ignite.
DWARNING
Do not use flammable sprays or solvents near the printer. Do not place them near the printer.
Otherwise, a fire or electric shock may occur.
Do not place small pieces of metal or containers with liquid such as water on or near the printer.
If metal or liquid enters the printer, a fire or electric shock may occur.
Store ink bottles in a cool, dry place.
Do not install the printer in locations subject to oily smoke and dust, or in locations subject to
humidity or where it could easily get wet.
An electric shock or fire could occur.
Do not block the vents on the printer.
Otherwise, internal parts will overheat and may cause a fire.
To prevent children from causing accidents, do not install the printer in an environment near
children.
Otherwise, injuries could occur.
DCAUTION
Make sure you adjust the horizontal feet (adjusters) to keep the unit flat.
Using the printer while it is unstable may cause an injury or unexpected accident to occur.

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Notes on Handling
DDANGER
Do not remove any covers or parts of the printer.
Otherwise, electric shock could occur.
In the following situations, turn off the printer immediately and contact your local dealer or
Epson support. Continuing to use the printer may cause fire or electric shock to occur.
•If you hear an unusual noise
•If you notice an unusual odor
•If smoke is emitted
•If a piece of metal, water, or other liquid has entered the printer
•The power cord is damaged
Do not place flammable items such as paper or cloth near the UV lamp.
Otherwise, a fire or smoke may occur.
Do not touch the UV lamp during printing.
It can become extremely hot and could cause injuries or burns. When performing maintenance,
allow the lamp to cool for at least six minutes before you start.
If UV light from the printer is continuously irradiated onto combustible material for a few
seconds, it could ignite. If any pieces of media remain on the lamp, remove them.
DWARNING
Keep your clothes and body away from moving parts. Also, do not wear bracelets and so on
around the printer.
Otherwise, you could be caught by the moving parts and injured.
Do not look directly at the UV light or allow it to irradiate your skin. Also, make sure you are at
least 1 m away from the UV lamp during printing.
Harmful ultraviolet light (UV) can cause severe burns to the skin and loss of vision.
Wear industrial safety glasses that block UVA, UVB, and blue light.
Wear appropriate clothing that protects the skin from UV light.
Do not place a chair within 5 m of the printer.
The UV light emissions are at their highest at a height of 90 cm (35 inches) from the floor and
increase significantly as you approach the lamp. It is dangerous to sit near this printer while it is
operating.

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Handling the Printer Safely
Do not touch parts with high temperature warning labels.
Otherwise, injuries or burns could occur. Wear heat-resistant gloves if you need to touch hot
parts.
Do not touch the gantry or put your hand under the gantry while the printer is operating.
Otherwise, injuries could occur.
Do not touch the cable carrier while the printer is operating.
Otherwise, you could be caught by the printer parts and injured.
Do not disassemble or re-model the printer.
Otherwise, injury, electric shock, or fire could occur.
Do not use the printer if dust has accumulated inside the printer.
Doing so could cause a fire or malfunction to occur. Contact your local dealer or Epson support
to request cleaning for the inside of the printer.
DCAUTION
Do not sit on the media table.
Otherwise, an injury could occur or the level of the table could be lowered.
Clean the printer regularly.
If dust or dirt accumulates on parts of the printer, it could cause a short circuit or insulation to
deteriorate, resulting in a fire or smoke.
Make sure that the warning labels on the printer are not dirty and that the displayed content is
legible.
If the warning labels are illegible, contact your local dealer or Epson support.
Do not touch the operation buttons or switches accidentally.
Doing so could cause the printer to operate causing an injury or unexpected accident to occur.
Make sure you perform daily inspections and replace parts regularly.
Never start the printer if it is damaged.
Otherwise, a malfunction or accident could occur. Check the following every day before starting
operations.
•There is no visible damage to the printer
•There are no ink stains etc. on the media table
•There are no leaks in the ink system or the ink receiver
•All safety devices (emergency stop button, proximity sensor, alarm, signal lamp) are
functioning correctly
DWARNING

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Notes on the Power Supply
Do not disassemble or modify the suction pump. Also, do not block the exhaust vents.
Doing so will cause the strength of the suction to decrease resulting in the pump overheating or
malfunctioning.
Do not put your hands into the vents of the suction pump.
The strength of the exhausted air could cause an injury.
When disposing of the printer, entrust it to an industrial waste disposal company, or contact the
Epson support.
DDANGER
When installing, relocating, or disposing of the printer, be sure to use a qualified electrician to
perform any electrical work.
Since the unit generates a high voltage, there is a risk of electric shock.
Do not touch live parts when opening the cover.
Otherwise, electric shock could occur.
DWARNING
Do not use a power supply other than the one displayed on the printer.
Otherwise, a fire or electric shock may occur.
Do not use a frequency other than the frequency displayed on the printer.
Otherwise, a fire or electric shock may occur.
DCAUTION
Check the following points at least once a year.
•The internal wire for the power cord is not exposed or broken
•There are no cracks or dents in the power cord
•No parts of the power cord are hot
•The power cord is not damaged
If there are any issues with the printer, stop using it immediately and contact your local dealer or
Epson support. Otherwise, a fire or electric shock may occur.
DCAUTION

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Handling the Printer Safely
Notes on Consumables
Other Information
The UVLED controller on this printer contains hydrofluorocarbons (HFC).
For USA only
The inks for this printer were specifically designed for its use only. Use of these inks in process for which they were
not designed is not recommended. One or more of these inks contain a substance subject to a TSCA section 5 SNUR
codified at 40 C.F.R. 721.5185. Please refer to 40 C.F.R. Part 721 and 40 C.F.R. 721.5185.
DWARNING
If ink is not handled correctly, it can have a detrimental effect on the body. Before using this
printer, be sure to read the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and follow the instructions. You can
download the safety data sheet from Epson's Website at www.epson.com.
Post the guidelines described in the SDS in your workplace and ensure workers are aware of
them.
Be sure to read the notes on the label of the ink bottles carefully.
Read and follow instructions in the SDS for other chemicals such as cleaning liquid, anti-freeze,
and grease.
Avoid allowing un-cured print media to come into contact with your skin. When ink has not
been cured, handle the print outs with gloves.
DCAUTION
Be careful not to spill the ink.
Do not subject the ink bottles to shocks. Otherwise, ink may leak.
Store ink bottles and cleaning liquid in storage facilities designed for flammable liquids.
Type of F-Gas: R410A
Total F-Gas mass (kg): 0.5
Total eq(CO2-kg): 1045
GWP: 2090
When disposing of the printer, be sure to follow the rules and regulations of your country and region.

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Residual Safety Risks
Performing any of the following while using the printer may cause an injury.
Do not put your hands between the gantry
and the carriage
Do not put your hands between the carriage
and media table
If your hands get caught between the gantry and the
carriage, it may cause an injury.
If your hands get caught between the carriage and
the media table, it may cause an injury.
Do not place your hands within the operating
range of the carriage
Keep hands and objects away from the gan-
try and carriage
The carriage could hit your hand, or your hand may
be trapped causing an injury.
The gantry or carriage could hit your hand causing an
injury.