MELAG MELAprint 80 User manual

User Manual
MELAprint 80
Label printer
EN
Dear customer,
We thank you for your confidence demonstrated by the purchase of this MELAG product. As an owner-run and operated
family concern founded in 1951, we have a long history of successful specialization in hygiene products for practice-
based use. Our focus on innovation, quality and the highest standards of operational reliability has established MELAG
as the world’s leading manufacturer in the instrument reprocessing and hygiene field.
You, our customer are justified in your demand for the best products, quality and reliability. Providing “competence in
hygiene” and “Quality – made in Germany”, we guarantee that these demands will be met. Our certified quality man-
agement system is subject to close monitoring: one instrument to this end is our annual multi-day audit conducted in ac-
cordance with ENISO13485. This guarantees that all MELAG products are manufactured and tested in accordance with
strict quality criteria.
The MELAG management and team.

Contents
Contents
1 General guidelines ...............................................................................................................................................................4
Symbols used ......................................................................................................................................................................4
Formatting rules...................................................................................................................................................................4
Symbols on the device.........................................................................................................................................................4
Disposal ...............................................................................................................................................................................5
2 Safety.....................................................................................................................................................................................6
3 Description of the device.....................................................................................................................................................7
Scope of delivery .................................................................................................................................................................7
Intended use ........................................................................................................................................................................7
Compatibility with MELAG products ....................................................................................................................................7
Views of the device..............................................................................................................................................................8
4 Commissioning...................................................................................................................................................................10
Inserting the label roll.........................................................................................................................................................10
Switching on the printer .....................................................................................................................................................13
Automatic detection of label length....................................................................................................................................14
Setting up the printer at the steam sterilizer ......................................................................................................................14
Reading out the printer configuration (print self-test).........................................................................................................19
Daily operation...................................................................................................................................................................19
5 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................................20
General malfunctions.........................................................................................................................................................20
LED status .........................................................................................................................................................................21
6 Equipment servicing ..........................................................................................................................................................22
Routine maintenance.........................................................................................................................................................22
Replacing the print head....................................................................................................................................................23
7 Technical data ....................................................................................................................................................................25
8 Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................................26

1 General guidelines
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1 General guidelines
Please read this user manual carefully before commissioning the device. The user manual includes important safety in-
formation. The functionality and value-retention of this device depends on the care accorded to it. Please store this user
manual carefully and in close proximity to your device. It represents a component of the product.
The device type is specified on the type plate on the lower side of the device.
Should the manual no longer be legible, is damaged or has been lost, you can download a new copy from MELAG down-
load centre at www.melag.com.
Symbols used
Symbol Explanation
Draws your attention to a situation, which if not avoided, could result in damage to the
practice fittings or the device.
Draws your attention to important information.
Formatting rules
Symbol Explanation
Settings Reference to a menu command, window title or a pushbutton.
see Chapter 2 Reference to another text section within this document.
Refer to the glossary or another text section.
Information for safe handling.
Prerequisites for the following handling instruction.
Symbols on the device
Type plate
Do not dispose of product in household waste
CE marking
Warning symbols
This symbol indicates that the marked area becomes hot during operation. Contact with it during or
shortly after operation can pose the danger of burns.
Symbols on the power switch
Switching on device
Switching off device

1 General guidelines
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Disposal
MELAG devices are synonymous with high quality and a long life-span. When you eventually need to decommission your
MELAG device, the required disposal of the device can take place with MELAG in Berlin. Simply contact your stockist.
Dispose of accessories and consumption media which you no longer require in the appropriate manner. Comply with all
relevant disposal specification in terms of possibly contaminated waste.
The packaging protects the device against transport damage. The packaging materials have been selected for their envi-
ronmentally-friendly disposability and can be recycled. Returning the packaging to the material flow reduces the amount
of waste and saves raw materials.
MELAG draws the operator’s attention to the fact that they may be legally obliged (e.g. in Germany according to
ElektroG) to remove used batteries and accumulators non-destructively before handing over the device, provided they
are not enclosed in the device.

2 Safety
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2 Safety
When operating the device, comply with the following safety instructions as well as those contained in
subsequent chapters.
Power cable and power plug
nOnly the power cable included in the scope of delivery may be connected to the device.
nThe power cable may not be replaced by a cable determined to be insufficient.
nDisconnect the device from the mains during long downtimes.
nOnly connect the device to those products intended for operation with this device.
nOnly connect the device to a suitable power source.
Danger of short circuit
nLiquids may not be permitted to reach the interior of the device. This could result in an electrical shock or short circu-
iting.
Setup, installation and commissioning
nCheck the device after unpacking for any damage suffered during transport.
nThe device is not suitable for operation in explosive atmospheres.
nInstall and operate the device in a frost-free environment.
nThe device is conceived for use outside the patient area. The device should be located a minimum of 1.5m radius
away from the treatment area.
Installation location and storage
nSetup the device on a stable, level surface.
nSetup the device in such a way that it is protected against strong direct sunlight and heat.
nStore and operate the device only in a dust-free environment protected against heat and damp.
nDo not place the device directly on the steam sterilizer. The steam sterilizer will become hot upon operation. Non-
compliance could result in restricted function and damage to the device.
nSet-up the device protected against blows or vibrations.
Daily operation
nAlways check whether a label roll has been inserted before printing. Otherwise, the print head and print roller could
suffer damage.
nNever touch the label printer blade.
nNever touch the print head during or shortly after operation, as this can be very hot.
nThe print head of the label printer is an sensitive component. Do not touch the print head so as not to damage it.
Maintenance
nAlways allow the device to dry after cleaning before closing the housing cover.
Repair
nNever open the device housing. Incorrect opening and repair can compromise electrical safety and pose a danger to
the user.
nThe device may only be opened and repaired by authorised technicians. The guarantee and warranty are forfeited
as soon as the device is opened by anyone other than a member of a MELAG-authorised technical customer ser-
vice.

3 Description of the device
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3 Description of the device
Scope of delivery
Please check the scope of delivery before setting up and connecting the device.
Standard scope of delivery
▪ MELAprint80
▪ User documentation card
▪ Power cable
▪ Power supply
▪ Ethernet cable 1:1 (RJ45)
▪ USB cable
▪ Label roll, double-sided
Intended use
The MELAprint80 printer serves the direct output of labels for MELAG devices or via the documentation and approval
software MELAtrace; it may only be used by trained practice or IT personnel. The labels labels for sterilization wrapping
can then be read-out with a barcode scanner (not included in the scope of delivery).
Compatibility with MELAG products
Category Product class Device type
Software Documentation and approval
software
MELAtrace
Combi devices Combi steam sterilizers Careclave 6181)
Steam sterilizers Vacuclave Vacuclave 5502)
1) From software version v22.0.3
2) From software version v4.0.1

3 Description of the device
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Views of the device
Device front
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3
2
4
1 FEED button with LED
2 Housing cover
3 Tear-off edge
4 Front cover
Interior view of the device
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7
8
10
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12
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5 Label roll holder
6 Print head lever
7 Print mechanism with print head
8 Label roll core
9 Power switch (ON/OFF)
10 Label guide
11 Roller cover
12 Printer roller
13 Label sensor

3 Description of the device
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Rear view of the device
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18 17 16
15
14 Power cable connection
15 Continuous paper feeder
16 Serial interface (RS-232)
17 Ethernet interface (RJ45)
18 USB interface
FEED button
After pressing the FEED button, the printer moves the label to the specified stop position. If the label does not stop at the
correct position, the label material must be calibrated, see Automatic detection of label length [}page14].
LED
There is an LED on the FEED button that indicates the operating status of the printer.
The following statuses are possible:
LED Status Description
green Standby mode Printer is ready for operation
red (flashing) Error mode Printer in error

4 Commissioning
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4 Commissioning
Inserting the label roll
PLEASE NOTE
To achieve a good printing outcome and to secure the longest-possible lifetime of the printer, use only
the label rolls available from MELAG.
1. Open the housing cover by pressing the two buttons (pos. a) on the
right and left side of the housing cover.
a
2. Unlock the label roll holder (pos. b).
b