Ice Torus 126 User manual

P/N 361715-21
Revision: AB, November 2007
TORUS
126/380/500
Operator Manual

Copyright November 2007, Interactive Coding Equipment(herein referred to asICE). All rights
reserved.
This document is the property of Interactive Coding Equipment and contains confidential and
proprietary information owned by ICE. Any unauthorized copying, use or disclosure of it without the
prior written permission of ICE is strictly prohibited.

Rev AB i
Compliance Information
For Customers in the U.S.A.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. Changes or modifications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide responsible protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference. In such cases, the users will be required to
correct the interference at their own expense.
Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with
Class A FCC limits.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful: How to Identify and Resolve
Radio-TV Interference Problems. This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No. 004-00-
00345-4.
This equipment has been tested and certified for compliance with U.S.
regulations regarding safety by TUV Rheinland of North America, Inc.
For Customers in Canada
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

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This equipment has been tested and certified for compliance with
Canadian regulations regarding safety by TUV Rheinland of North
America, Inc.
Pour la Clientèle du Canada
Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques
depassant les limites applicales aux appareils numerique de las class A
prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le
ministere des Communications du Canada.
Cet équipment est certifié CSA.
For Customers in the European Union
This equipment displays the CE mark to indicate conformance to the
following legislation:
• EN60950-1:2001, A11:2004 Safety Requirements for Information
Technology Equipment
• EN 55022:1998, A1:2000, A2:2003 Class B Radiated and Conducted
Emissions
• EN61000-3-2: 2000, A2:2005 Harmonics
• EN61000-3-3: 1995, A1:2001 Voltage Fluctuations
• EN55024:1998, A1:2001, A2:2003
ITE immunity using:
IEC 61000-4-2 Electrostatic Discharge
IEC 61000-4-3 Radiated Electromagnetic Field
IEC 61000-4-4 Electrical Fast Transient
IEC 61000-4-5 Surge
IEC 61000-4-6 Conducted RF
IEC 61000-4-8 50 Hz Radiated Susc.
IEC 61000-4-11 Voltage Dips, Interrupts

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Support and Training
Contact Information
If you have any questions or need assistance, contact Interactive Coding
Equipment at 1-800-843-3610 (for all customers within the United States).
Outside the U.S., the customers must contact their Interactive Coding
Equipment distributor or subsidiary for assistance.
Service Program
About Total Source Commitment
Total Source® TOTAL SERVICE PLUS RELIABILITY, is the Interactive
Coding Equipment commitment to provide you - our customer - the
complete service you deserve.
The Total Source Commitment
The ICE Total Source® Service Program is an integral part of our business
in providing marks, codes, and images where, when, and how often
customers specify for packages, products, or printed materials. Our
commitment includes:
• Applications support
• Installation services
• Maintenance training
• Customer response center
• Technical support
• Field service
• Extended hours phone assistance
• Parts and supplies
•Repairservice
Customer Training
If you wish to perform your own service and maintenance on the printer,
Interactive Coding Equipment highly recommends you, to complete a
Customer Training Course on the printer.
Note: The manuals are intended to be supplements to (and not replacements for)
Interactive Coding Equipment Customer Training.

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For more information on Interactive Coding Equipment Customer
Training Courses, call 1-800-843-3610 (within the United States only).
Outside the U.S., customer should contact a ICE subsidiary office or their
local ICE distributor for more information.

Rev AB 1
Table of Contents
Compliance Information
For Customers in the U.S.A.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
For Customers in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Pour la Clientèle du Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
For Customers in the European Union. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Support and Training
Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Service Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Customer Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Chapter 1 — Introduction
About Torus 126, 380 and 500. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1
Print Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1
Main Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2
Chapter 2 — Safety
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1
Safety Conventions Used in the Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Warning Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Caution Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Equipment Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Comply with Electrical Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Avoid Breathing Exhaust Vapors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Do Not Remove Warning Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Placement of the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Ink Safety Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Safety Warnings for 126, 380 and 500 Printers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7
Medical Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9
Emergencies Involving Printer Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9
Rocky Mountain Poison Control Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–10
Chapter 3 — CLARiTY™ Operator Interface
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
Home Page of CLARiTY™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Screen Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Data Entry Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5

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Chapter 4 — Equipment Operation
Turn on the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–1
Set the Air Pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–3
Start the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–5
Printer LED Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–6
Add Ink. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–6
Review the Ink Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6
Insert a New Ink Canister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–7
Capacity of the Ink Canisters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–12
How to Get High Quality Print. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–14
Clean the Printhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–15
Button 'A' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–16
Button 'B' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–17
Chapter 5 — Software Operations
Select a Job for Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–1
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–1
Variable Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–5
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–5
How to Change Variable Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–6
Information about Current Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–9
Enable or Disable the Print (On-Line/Off-Line) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–10
Print Position Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–11
Self Cleaning Frequency of Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–13
Warnings and Fault Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–14
Set the Correct Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–18
Select the Correct Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–20

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Introduction
About Torus 126, 380 and 500
The Torus 126, 380 and 500 printers are self-maintaining ink jet printers.
The design of the printer enables the printer to print high resolution text,
barcodes and graphics. These printers are easy to use and cost effective.
The126, 380 and 500 printers use the CLARiTY™ operator interface as a
standard. The interface is a part of the printer (that is you do not require to
connect the printers to an external Personal Computer (PC) for normal
operation). The icons in the interface provide easy navigation to the
operator. The Slave units do not have the interface.
An external PC is required only to configure the printer and download the
messages into the printer.
The auto-purging printhead makes sure that there is a consistent and high
quality code during the production period. This printhead does not use
more than the required amount of ink. The ink is supplied through non
pressurised, ink canisters that are installed in the canister chute which
make the printers easy to use and clean.
Print Area
The print area for the 126, 380 and 500 printers is shown in Table 1-1.
Note: The Torus 126, 380 and 500 printers are referred to as ‘printer’ in this
document.
Printer Type Print Area
Torus 126 17mm X 2000mm
Torus 380 50mm X 2000mm
Torus 500 70mm X 2000mm
Table 1-1: Print Area

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Main Parts
Figure 1-1 and Figure 1-2 show the printer with the main components and
connections highlighted.
Figure 1-1: Printer Parts
1. USB Port
2. Printer Status LED
3. I/O, Ethernet and Communications
Connectors
4. Remote Product Sensor Connector
5. Air Pipe Connector
6. Main Power Inlet
7. Power Switch
8. Ink Canister
9. CLARiTY Operator Interface
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
2
1
Figure 1-2: Printhead
1. Internal Product Sensor
2. Printhead
2

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Safety
This chapter contains the following topics:
•Introduction
• Safety conventions used in this manual
• Equipment safety guidelines
• Placement of the printer
• Ink safety guidelines
• Safety Warnings for126/380/500 printers
• Medical emergencies
Caution
Read this chapter thoroughly before attempting to install, operate,
service, or maintain this equipment.
Warning
The intended use of this printer is to print information directly onto
a product. Use of this equipment in any other purpose may lead to
serious personal injury.
Introduction
The policy of Interactive Coding Equipment is to manufacture non-contact
printing/coding systems and ink supplies that meet high standards of
performance and reliability. Therefore, we employ strict quality control
techniques to eliminate the potential for defects and hazards in our
products.

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The safety guidelines provided in this chapter are intended to educate the
operator on all safety issues so that the operator can operate the printer
safely.
Safety Conventions Used in the Manual
Specific safety information is listed throughout this manual in the form of
Warning and Caution statements. Pay close attention to these statements
as they contain important information that help in avoiding potential
hazards to yourself or to the equipment.
Warning Statements
• Warning statements are used to indicate hazards or unsafe practices
that may result in personal injury or death
• They have a triangular symbol with an exclamation mark to the
immediate left of the text
• They are always preceded by the word “Warning”
• They are always found before the step or information referring to the
hazard
For example:
Warning
The next step, “Cleaning the Printhead,” must be performed by
service or maintenance personnel. Qualified personnel have
successfully completed the training courses, have sufficient
experience with the printer, and are aware of the potential hazards
to which they are exposed.
Caution Statements
• Caution statements are used to indicate hazards or unsafe practices
that can result in equipment or property damage
• They have a triangular symbol with an exclamation mark to the
immediate left of the text
• They are always preceded by the word “Caution”
• They are always found before the step or information referring to the
hazard

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Example:
Caution
Never turn off the printer by switching the AC power switch to the
Off (O) position. Before pressing the Off key, allow the printer to
complete the three and a half minute shutdown sequence. Failure in
following this procedure prevents the printer from drawing the ink
in the ink return line, back into the reservoir. This may cause the ink
to dry in the ink return line, resulting in problems when you turn the
printer on again.
Equipment Safety Guidelines
This section contains important safety guidelines pertaining to the
operation and handling of the printer and associated equipment.
Warning
Always observe the following safety guidelines when operating and
handling the printer and associated equipment.
Comply with Electrical Codes
All electrical wiring and connections must comply with
applicable local codes. Consult the appropriate
regulatory agency for further information.
Avoid Breathing Exhaust Vapors
During this operation, the printer releases fumes from
the printer exhaust tube. These fumes may be flammable
and cause a health hazard. Therefore, do not allow the
exhaust to be confined to an area that does not have
proper ventilation, or be located near a source of
ignition. Printer exhaust fumes are generally heavier
than air, so keep all sources of ignition away from low

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areas where fumes may travel or accumulate.
If, under any circumstances, the printer is to be kept in a place that lacks
proper ventilation, it is necessary to expel the printer exhaust to outside
air. Consult the appropriate regulatory agency concerned with the
emission permit and venting system requirements, before giving vent to
the printer exhaust into the outside air.
Note: A Vapor Exhaust Ducting Kit is available at Interactive Coding
Equipment.
Do Not Remove Warning Labels
Do not, under any circumstances, remove or obstruct
any warning, caution, or instruction labels present on
the printer.
Placement of the Printer
Warning
Do not place the printer in a hazardous location. Hazardous
locations might create an explosion, leading to personal injury.
Hazardous locations, as defined in the United States, are those areas that
may contain hazardous materials in a quantity sufficient to create an
explosion. These are defined in Article 500 of the National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA 70–1993.
Outside the United States, you must ensure compliance with all local
regulations regarding equipment placement in potentially hazardous
locations.
Ink Safety Guidelines
This section provides important safety guidelines pertaining to the use
and handling of printer supplies (inks, make-up fluids, and cleaning
solutions).

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Warning
Always observe the following safety guidelines when using or
handling inks, make-up fluids, and cleaning solutions.
For continued protection against possible fire hazard, use only ICE
supplies with a flash point no lower than -22 °C (-8 °F) and boiling
point no lower than 56 °C (133 °F).
No Smoking
Do not smoke when you are near the printer or
printhead. If the printer exhaust fumes are subjected to
an ignition source, it may result in an explosion or fire.
Wear Safety Glasses
Wear safety glasses with side shields (or equivalent eye
protection) when handling any ink, make-up fluid, or
cleaning solution. If it splashes on your eyes, flush your
eyes with water for 15 minutes and consult a physician
immediately.
Avoid Skin Contact
Wear butyl rubber gloves when handling any ink,
make-up fluid, or cleaning solution. Avoid contact with
skin and mucous membranes (nasal passage, throat).
Upon contact with skin, remove any contaminated
clothing and wash the area with soap and water.
Consult a physician if irritation persists.
Avoid Breathing in the Vapors
Avoid prolonged exposure to print exhaust vapors. If
respiratory protection is needed, a cartridge organic
respirator can be used.

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Dispose Ink Properly
Do not pour any ink, make-up fluid, or cleaning solution
into sinks, sewers, or drains. Waste disposal must
comply with local regulations. Contact the appropriate
regulatory agency for further information.
Read the Material Safety Data Sheets
Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS) before using any ink, make-up fluid, or cleaning
solution. An MSDS exists for each type of ink, make-up
fluid, and cleaning solution. The appropriate sheet or
sheets are supplied along with the shipped product.
Ensure that you retain all MSDSs for future reference in
case you need to consult a physician regarding an ink-related accident.
Additional copies of MSDSs are available upon request, and can be
obtained by contacting the ICE Customer Service Department at 800–
843–3610. Outside the U.S., customers should contact a subsidiary ICE
office or their local ICE distributor.
Store Inks Properly
Certain inks, make-up fluids, and cleaning solutions are
flammable and must be stored appropriately. Storage
must comply with local regulations. Contact the
appropriate regulatory agency for further information.
The label on the bottle or the MSDS indicates if a
particular fluid is flammable or not.
Caution
The waste container or service tray ground to the printhead must be
made of metal. Use of a non-metallic waste container/service tray
may result in the possibility of electrostatic discharge.

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Safety Warnings for 126, 380 and 500 Printers
Some additional warnings that are specific to the 126, 380 and 500 printers
are described in this section.
Warning
Before opening or removing any printer covers, ensure that the
mains power is disconnected and compressed air supplies are
switched off.
Warning
This equipment must be installed with a locally positioned mains
supply isolation device. This can be either a plug and socket or a
switch disconnector or circuit breaker in accordance with IEC 60947-
3 or IEC 60947-2.
Warning
Always isolate equipment from the mains and remove mains power
connector to the printer before attempting any maintenance or repair
on any part of the product.
Warning
Before connecting compressed air supply to Torus 126, 380 and 500,
ensure the air regulator adjustment knob has been turned fully anti-
clockwise.
Warning
Ensure that any cables from the printer are secured to avoid chance
of movement into walkways and becoming a trip hazard.

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Warning
Do not point the printhead directly and in close proximity to the
eyes, unless the printer is switched off and isolated from the mains
and compressed air supplies.
Warning
The printer uses an operator control console mounted on the top of
the unit. Ensure that this panel is at a height where access and use is
least restricted.
Warning
Regard any warning or hazard information supplied with any
cleaning fluid or consumable products. When using any chemicals,
always wear protective gloves and only use in well-ventilated areas.
Warning
There will be sections of the 602004 Torus 126, 380 and 500 control
board that will be permanently powered via the on-board lithium
battery - therefore it is essential that the board should never be
placed onto nor stored in or on any conductive surface (including
conductive, plastic bags etc.) as this would flatten the battery and/or
potentially result in battery overheating.
Warning
The Torus 126, 380 and 500 printer is supplied with warning
symbols for power supply and compressed air. If any part of these
symbols become damaged, worn or removed they must be
immediately replaced.

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Warning
Ensure that all external energy sources are isolated from the printer
before opening the outer casing. This includes the mains power
cable and I/O cable assembly (if used).
Warning
When you replace an old battery with a new battery, make sure to
use the correct type of battery. The failure to follow this warning can
cause injury or explosion.
Warning
Dispose the used batteries according to the local regulations. Replace
with the correct type of battery. The failure to follow this warning
can cause injury or explosion.
Medical Emergencies
This section provides important medical information in case of an
accident.
Warning
In the event of a medical emergency, contact a physician
immediately.
Emergencies Involving Printer Fluids
If the incident involves an ink, make-up fluid, or cleaning solution, carry
the bottle and/or MSDS with you to the physician’s office. These items
contain important information that the physician may require, to provide
the precise medical treatment.

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Rocky Mountain Poison Control Center
All of ICE inks, make-up fluids, and cleaning solutions are also registered
with the Rocky Mountain Poison Control Center, located in the United
States. If the bottle or MSDS cannot be located, the physician can contact
the Rocky Mountain Poison Control Center to obtain the information
required.
Rocky Mountain Poison Control Center
[phone]
Note: Persons outside the United States requiring medical attention can have a
physician contact the Rocky Mountain Poison Control Center in the United
States or a poison control center or hospital in their own area.