Loveshaw Little David VersaJet LC User manual

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Little David®
VersaJet LC
Large Character Ink Jet Printer
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Version 2.6 12 December 2017
P/N CPLC-100

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Document revised December 12, 2017. LOVESHAW, 2206 Easton Turnpike, Box 83, South Canaan, PA 18459 USA. This
documentation is Copyright © 1998-2017 LOVESHAW all rigths reserved. This document is accurate at the time of
publication. LOVESHAW reserves the right to change product specifications at any time without notice.
Table of Contents

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation of Controller . . . . . . . . 5
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . 5
Application Notes . . . . . . . . 5
Controller Mounting . . . . . . . . 6
Optional Floor Stand . . . . . . . . 7
Ink System Installation . . . . . . . . 10
PC Communications . . . . . . . . 11
Operation . . . . . . . . . . 13
Printing . . . . . . . . . 14
Keyboard and Display . . . . . . . . 15
Character Keys . . . . . . . . . 15
Control Keys . . . . . . . . . 15
Command Keys . . . . . . . . . 15
Numbers . . . . . . . . . 15
Mistakes . . . . . . . . . 16
Command Key Features . . . . . . . . 16
Effects . . . . . . . . . . 17
High Character Effect . . . . . . . . 17
Other Msg Keys . . . . . . . . 17
Exiting . . . . . . . . . . 17
Non-English Characters . . . . . . . . 17
Menu . . . . . . . . . . . 18
1,2,: Select Line . . . . . . . . . 18
Set Time . . . . . . . . . 19
Time Codes . . . . . . . . . 19
Expirations . . . . . . . . . 20
Shifts . . . . . . . . . 20
Change Message . . . . . . . . 21
Message Review. . . . . . . . 21
Deletion of Messages . . . . . . . . 22
Message Configuration “Recall with Parameters” . . . . . 22
Print Direction . . . . . . . . . 23
Box Count . . . . . . . . . 23
Valve Adjustments . . . . . . . . 23
Exiting Valve Adjustments . . . . . . . 24
Pallet . . . . . . . . . . 24
Select Language. . . . . . . . 25
Other . . . . . . . . . . 25
Invert . . . . . . . . . . 25
Photocell . . . . . . . . . 25
Line Width . . . . . . . . . 25
Purge . . . . . . . . . . 25
666SLAM . . . . . . . . . . 26
Command “Jumping” . . . . . . . . . 26
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 26
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . 26
Changing a Valve . . . . . . . . 27
Fuse Change . . . . . . . . . 28
Change Controller Battery Cover . . . . . . 28
Backflushing a Nozzle Plate . . . . . . . 29
LC Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . 30
Specifications . . . . . . . . . 32
Hints for Optimum Performance . . . . . . . . 33
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . 34

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Introduction
Introduction
The VersaJet LC is a simple, low cost, standard two-line to six-line large
character or optional high character ink jet coder. They have been designed
for easy installation on any standard conveyor line with minimal maintenance
and maximum flexibility.
Standard features include: one 7x5 dot matrix printhead dotting at speeds up
to 100 feet per minute. Automatic date and time coding, day of the week designation, Julian
dating, alpha/numeric incrementing, automatic box counting, lockout capability and complete
keyboard are also included. Keys are also provided for print control of dot size, product delay
and character width adjustment.
The VersaJet LC is user friendly in every way. Their small size and sophisticated capabilities
combine with extraordinary ease of installation, maintenance and operation, for the ultimate in
satisfaction — at low cost.
Each printhead can be mounted individually for maximum flexibility. Ink is provided via a
separate regulated pump where a continuous bulk supply of water based ink can be provided.
The ink can easily be changed from black, red, blue, green or ultraviolet. Pre-conditioning
Solution and Cleaning Solution are also available. The printheads are available in 3/8", 1/2",
7/8", 1/4", 1 1/2", 2" or a high character 15/16", 1 1/4", 2 7/32" size.
In order for our printer to image the message, the conveyor must provide the following:
continuous motion, product indexing, guide rails for crisp imaging.
LOVESHAW offers optional standard Little David Case Taper bases that provide for ink jet
printer mounting. Contact your Little David Distributor for details and pricing.
The software for the VersaJet LC is Year 2000 (Y2K) ready.
(Personal Protection Equipment like safety glasses / googles and other protective gear
should be worn when using ink jet printers.)

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Installation of Controller
Installation of Controller
The performance of your VersaJet LC Ink Jet Printer can be greatly affected by the way it is
installed. It is very important that this section of the manual is studied carefully before
performing an installation.
Unpacking
The VersaJet LC System is supplied in various corrugated boxes. Open the boxes, remove
and check the contents. Below is a checklist of parts contained for a typical system. Use the
packing slip as your checklist.
• Controller
• Printhead
• Ink System Assembly with External Power Supply
• Power Cord
• Operator Manual
• Controller Bracketry Kit
• Printhead Bracketry Kit
• Product Detection Device (Photocell)
The VersaJet LC Printer is made up of these major components; the Controller, Printhead & Ink
System Assembly. This section details the installation process for these major components
and peripherals.
Application Notes
1. When mounting the VersaJet LC Controller, it should be placed to allow the user easy access.
The LCD display should be viewable where the keypad can be used.
2. A standard 10' printhead umbilical cord length is included as standard. If the need arises, longer
printhead umbilicals can be supplied as an option.
3. The controller is industrial, however, not water tight and should be mounted away from wash down
environments or covered during the wash down process.
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Controller Mounting
The VersaJet LC Controller can be mounted using the Conveyor Side Bracketry Kit
included or by the use of an optional Floor Stand.
A1 2" (50mm) x 3' (915mm) Post (Part #LF-X20018) or 1 2"(50mm) x 6' (1830mm) Post
(Part # LF-X25019)
B1 Conveyor Side Bracket 2" (50mm) (Part #LF-X20105)
C1 Controller Bracket (Part #LF-X20017)
D1 2" (50mm) Post Cap (Part #LF-X20025)
E 1 Post Clamp (Part #LF-X20003)
F 6 Nut, 3/8 x 16 Hex (Part #LF-X22017)
G 6 Bolt, 3/8 x 16 x 1 ½ Hex (Part #LF-X22061)
H4 Screw, 1/4 x 20 x 3/8 Rnd Hex SS (Part #LF-X22069)
I 4 Washer, 5/16 x 18 lock/split (Part #LF-X22073)
J 6 Washer, 5/16 x 18 flat (Part #LF-X22074)
K 2 Nut, 5/16 x 1 x 18 Hex (Part #LF-X22072)
L2 Bolt, 5/16 x 18 x 2 ½ Hex (Part #LF-X22114)
VersaJet Conveyor Bracket Assembly
(Part #LF-S02200)

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Optional Floor Stand
The VersaJet LC Controller can be mounted using the Conveyor Side Bracketry Kit
included or by the use of an optional Floor Stand.
A 1 2" (50mm) x 3' (915mm) Post (Part #LF-X20018)
B1 Stand T-Base (Part #LF-X21044)
C1 Controller Bracket (Part #LF-X20017)
D1 2" (50mm) Post Cap (Part #LF-X20025)
E 2 Post Clamp (Part #LF-X20003)
F 8 Nut, 3/8 x 16 Hex (Part #LF-X22017)
G 6 Bolt, 3/8 x 16 x 1 ½ Hex (Part #LF-X22061)
H 4 Screw, 1/4 x 20 x 3/8 Rnd Hex SS
(Part #LF-X22069)
I 2 Washer, 5/16 x 18 lock/split (Part #LF-X22073)
J 4 Washer, 5/16 x 18 flat (Part #LF-X22074)
K 2 Nut, 5/16 x 1 x 18 Hex (Part #LF-X22072)
L2 Bolt, 5/16 x 18 x 2 ½ Hex (Part #LF-X22114)
M2 Bolt, 3/8 x 16 x 3 ½ Hex (Part #LF-X22062)
N 3 T-Base Feet (Part #LF-X22058)
O 3 Caps, T-Base (Part #LF-X22051)
VersaJet Floor Stand Assembly
(Part #LF-S02118-01 3' or LF-S02119-01 6')

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Installation
VersaJet LC Controller, Conveyor Side Bracket Mounted
Installation

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Installation
Using Conveyor Side Bracketry or Floor Stand to mount the controller
unit.
NOTE: It is highly recommended that a power line conditioner /
regulator be used with the VersaJet LC (see Optional Spare Parts
P/N CPVA40-003-0).
Connect the detachable power cord of the transformer to the connector
located under the ON/OFF switch on the bottom of the unit.
Locate the following parts for the printhead.
• Mounting block assembly with Hand Knob.
• L-Bracket with
Thumbscrews and
Clamping Nut.
Secure Mounting Block Assembly with opening
vertical to the support structure that will hold the VersaJet.
Use the four bolts supplied to secure the block to the
structure.
Insert the L-Bracket through the Mounting Block and
tighten the Hand Knob.
Loosen Thumbscrews on the top of the L-Bracket.
Slide the Clamping Nut into the VersaJet LC
Mounting Channel (running the length of the unit on the
bottom).
Plug printhead into the controller.

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Ink System Installation
Ink System Function
The VersaJet LC ink system consists of the following components:
• 2-Amp External Power Supply (either 115 or 220 volt AC input)
• Internal 24 Volt DC Power Board
• Low Ink Light/Relay assembly
• Air Pump assembly
• Regulator and Pressure Gauge assembly
• Manifold assembly
• Ink Pick Up Tube/Cap assembly
• 5 Gallon Container Winpak with Ink (Must be ordered with system)
The 5 Gallon Winpak ink container is installed to the pump frame as shown below.
When the main power switch is in the “ON” position, the ink container is pressurized and
the ink fluid is pushed to the regulator/gage assembly. This high pressure side of the
ink fluid is connected to a regulator that allows ink pressure adjustments to the output
manifold.
A capacitive low ink sensor determines the amount of fluid remaining in the container
which is positioned to indicate a low ink condition. The low ink light on the frame of the
pump assembly will illuminate during a low ink condition. An internal normally open
relay circuit is installed within the ink pump frame that allows for an external remote low
ink signal. An external low ink signal is available as an option.
Warning: Make sure top bar is secure
before turning pump on.
Figure 1 Air Pressurized Ink Pump