MELAG MELAprint 80 User manual

User Manual
MELAprint 80
Universal 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
management system is subject to close monitoring: one instrument to this end is our annual multi-day audit conducted in
accordance 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...................................................................................................................................................................11
Loading printing material ...................................................................................................................................................11
Switching on the printer .....................................................................................................................................................14
Automatic detection of material length...............................................................................................................................15
Setting up the printer at the steam sterilizer ......................................................................................................................15
Reading out the printer configuration (print self-test).........................................................................................................20
Daily operation...................................................................................................................................................................20
5 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................................21
General malfunctions.........................................................................................................................................................21
LED status .........................................................................................................................................................................22
6 Maintenance........................................................................................................................................................................23
Routine maintenance.........................................................................................................................................................23
Replacing the print head....................................................................................................................................................24
7 Technical data ....................................................................................................................................................................26
8 Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................................27

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
information. 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
download centre at www.melag.com.
Symbols used
Symbol Description
Draws your attention to a situation, which if not avoided, could result in damage to the prac-
tice fittings or the device.
Draws your attention to important information.
Formatting rules
Example Description
Settings Reference to a menu command, window title or a button.
see Chapter 2 Reference to another text section within this document.
Reference 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
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

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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
environmentally-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.

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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
circuiting.
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 material roll has been inserted before printing. Otherwise, the print head and print roller
could suffer damage.
nNever touch the blade of the device.
nNever touch the print head during or shortly after operation, as this can be very hot.
nThe print head of the device 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
service.

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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 and logs for MELAG devices or via the documentation and
approval software MELAtrace; it may only be used by trained practice or IT personnel. The 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 Device class Device type
Software Documentation and approval software MELAtrace
Combi devices Combi steam sterilizers Careclave 6181)
Steam sterilizers Vacuclave Vacuclave 5502)
Pro Line Vacuclave 1183)
Vacuclave 1233)
Prime Line Vacuclave 3183)
Vacuclave 3233)
SteriHero Line SteriHero Beauty3)
SteriHero Vet3)
Pro-Class Vacuklav 23 B+4)
Vacuklav 31 B+4)
Vacuklav 24 B+4)
Vacuklav 24 BL+4)
Vacuklav 30 B+4)
Vacuvet Vacuvet 23 B+4)
DAC DAC Professional4)
Euroklav Euroklav 29 VS+4)
Euroklav 23 VS+4)
Euroklav 23 S+4)
MELAtronic EN/EN+ MELAtronic 23 EN4)
MELAtronic 15 EN+4)
MELAquick MELAquick 12+/12+ p4)

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1) Label printing only; from software version v22.0.3
2) Label printing only; from software version v4.0.1
3) Label printing only; from software version v2.3.1;
Log printing; from software version v2.6.1
4) Log printing only; from software version v5.21
Views of the device
Front view of the device
1
3
2
4
1 FEED button with LED
2 Housing cover
3 Tear-off edge
4 Front cover

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Interior view of the device
5
6
7
8
10
13 11
12
9
5 Reel dispenser
6 Print head lever
7 Print mechanism with print head
8 Roll core
9 Power switch (ON/OFF)
10 Material guidance
11 Roller cover
12 Printer roller
13 Sensor
Rear view of the device
14
18 17 16
15
14 Power cable connection
15 Continuous paper feeder
16 Serial interface (RS-232)
17 Ethernet interface (RJ45)
18 USB interface

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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 material length [}Page15]. For log
printing: When printing with continuous media, pressing the FEED button will advance the material until you release the
FEED button.
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

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4 Commissioning
Loading printing material
PLEASE NOTE
To achieve a good printing outcome and to secure the longest-possible life of the printer, use only the
printing materials 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 roll holder (pos. b).
b

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3. Lift the roll holder and pull it out as far as it will go.
4. Slide the print roll (pos. c) onto the roll holder.
Example view with one label roll!
c

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5. Now press down the roll holder and lock it in place.
Position the sensor, see Adjusting the sensor [}Page14].
6. Slide the printing material under the material guide (pos. d) and pull
it forward.
Then slide the material guide to the edge of the printing material.
d
7. Close the housing cover.

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Adjusting the sensor
The sensor must be correctly adjusted for optimum material feed.
Proceed as follows:
1. Open the housing cover.
2. Slide the sensor to the centre of the material.
3. Close the housing cover again and run an Automatic detection of
material length [}Page15].
Switching on the printer
The following must be fulfilled or present:
üThe printing material is loaded correctly, see Loading printing material [}Page11].
üThe printer is connected to a power supply.
1. Switch on the printer at the power switch (pos. a) at the lower right-
hand side. The LED on the FEED button should now light up red for
5 seconds and then green.
PLEASE NOTE: During initial commissioning, carry out an
Automatic detection of material length [}Page15].
a

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2. Press the FEED button (pos. b) to activate the material feed as
required.
b
Automatic detection of material length
The printer can automatically detect the material length and save it. This means that the printer does not have to be
provided with the material length from the PC first.
The following must be fulfilled or present:
üThe printing material is loaded correctly, see Loading printing material [}Page11].
üThe sensor is in the correct position, see Adjusting the sensor [}Page14].
1. Switch off the printer.
2. Press the FEED button while switching on the printer.
3. Wait until the LED flashes red.
4. Then release the FEED button. The printer will now measure the printing material and save the material length.
ÊIf the calibration of the printing material was successful, a test print will be printed, see Reading out the printer
configuration (print self-test) [}Page20].
Setting up the printer at the steam sterilizer
Method 1: Connecting the device directly to the printer
Set up the printer as output medium at the device
Example explanation of how to set up label printing on the Careclave 618 and Vacuclave 550
PLEASE NOTE
For further information, please refer to the user manual of your device.
The following must be fulfilled or present:
üThe printer is connected to a power supply.
üThe USB cable of the printer is connected with the steam sterilizer.
1. Switch on the printer.
2. Switch on the steam sterilizer at the power switch.
3. Press theLabel print button in theSettings menu.

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4. Press the button to make changes.
5. Activate or deactivate the desired setting by selecting or
deselecting it.
ÊFor the optionAutomatic a dialog follows for the definition
for which programs the automatic label print should take place.
6. Confirm the changes withOK.
7. PressSAVE to accept the changes.
Method 2: Setting up for MELAtrace
NOTICE
The printer should best be integrated in a network by the IT company that services your practice.
To enable the printer to be found in the search by MELAtrace, the printer must be installed in the same subnetwork as
the computer on which MELAtrace is installed.
The following options for integration into the (practice) network are possible:
▪Automatic connection with DHCP server [}Page16]
▪Manual connection to the (practice) network [}Page17]
Automatic connection with DHCP server
The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) communication protocol is activated in the printer at the factory. This
allows the network configuration to be automatically assigned to the printer by a DHCP server.
The following must be fulfilled or present:
üThe printer is connected to a power supply.
üAn appropriately configured DHCP server in the practice network.
1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the corresponding port on the back of the printer. Connect the printer to the existing
network.
2. Switch on the printer.
ÊThe network configuration is automatically assigned to the printer.
3. Open MELAtrace and connect to the printer.

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Manual connection to the (practice) network
If there is no DHCP server in the existing network, you must determine the network situation of the computer on which
MELAtrace is installed and then assign a free IP address to the printer.
PLEASE NOTE
The following instructions apply to the procedure for a Windows operating system. Should a different
operating system be installed on your computer, change the IP address manually in accordance with
the relevant instructions.
Determining the network situation
1. Open on the computer viaStart >Control panel
>Network and Internet >Network and Sharing
Center.
2. SelectLocal Area Connection and open theProperties
window.
3. SelectInternet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the
list and selectProperties.
ÊThe current network configuration is displayed.
NOTICE
The printer should best be integrated in a network by the IT company that services your practice. The
various methods of network configuration mean that MELAG can only provide support for the direct
connection of the printer to the steam sterilizer.
Assigning the IP address to the printer
The following must be fulfilled or present:
üThe printer is connected to a power supply.
üThe GoConfig software is available.
PLEASE NOTE: The software can be downloaded from the download centre at www.melag.com.
1. Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the back of the printer
and connect the other end to the computer on which GoConfig is
available.
2. Switch on the printer.
3. Start the GoConfig program.

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4. Open the network settings via thePrinter I/O Setup
>Ethernet tab.
5. The factory settings of the printer are displayed.
6. Activate the optionStatic IP.
Fill in the entry mask according to your network configuration.
Example view of a network configuration.
7. Confirm the entry withSet.
ÊThe printer confirms that the settings have been accepted with
a beep.
8. Unplug the USB cable from the printer and the computer.
9. Connect the printer to the network using the Ethernet cable
supplied.
10. Open MELAtrace and connect to the printer via MELAtrace.
PLEASE NOTE: For more information on setting up the printer in
MELAtrace, see the MELAtrace user manual.

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Control of printer integration into the practice network
Accessing the printer web page
üPrinter and computer must be on the same network.
1. Make a test print, see Reading out the printer configuration (print
self-test) [}Page20].
2. Open a web browser and enter the IP address of the printer in the
address bar to access the web page.
3. Log in.
PLEASE NOTE: The default user name is admin and the default
password is 1111.
Checking the IP address
1. Working in the left-hand navigation bar, select
theConfiguration menu.
2. Working in the left-hand navigation bar, select theTCP/IP and
check the IP address.
PLEASE NOTE: You can also make changes to the network
settings on the printer web page.

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Reading out the printer configuration (print self-test)
The self-test function helps to find out whether the printer is working properly.
The following must be fulfilled or present:
üThe printing material is loaded correctly, see Loading printing material [}Page11].
üThe sensor is in the correct position, see Adjusting the sensor [}Page14].
1. Switch off the printer.
2. Press and hold the FEED button and switch on the label printer simultaneously.
3. Wait until the LED flashes red.
4. Then release the FEED button.
ÊThe following sample test print (here as an example: when a DHCP server has assigned an IP address to the printer)
is output:
Model & version
USB ID setting
Serial port setting
MAC address
IP address
Gateway setting
Netmask setting
CF card status
Network connection
Interface status
#############################################
Number of saved forms
Number of saved graphics
Number of saved fonts
Number of saved Asian fonts
Number of saved databases
Number of stored scalable fonts
Free memory
Speed, temperature, reference point, print orientation
Label width, label length, stop position
Cutter, dispenser, print mode
Sensor setting
Code page
MP80_V1.3
USB S/N: 2207006C
Serial port: 96, N, 8, 1
MAC: 00 1D 9A 0A 15 39
IP 192.168.56.144 [DHCP_100IP]
Gateway 192.168.0.244
Sub-mask 255.255.255.0
Card status: Not detected [00]
Network: LAN ON-LINE
PORT State L S E U B
1 1 1 1 1
################################
0000 FORM(S) IN MEMORY
0000 GRAPHIC(S) IN MEMORY
000 FONT(S) IN MEMORY
000 ASIAN FONT(S) IN MEMORY
000 DATABASE(S) IN MEMORY
000TTF(S) IN MEMORY
4073 KB FREE MEMORY
^S4 ^H8 ^R000 ~R200 ~Q+2
^W102 ^Q100,3 ^E18
Option: ^D0 ^O0 ^AD
See.: 2.0 3.1 2.6 [1.1_26]
Code page: 850
Daily operation
In daily operation, first switch on the printer and then the steam sterilizer. This ensures that the printer is immediately
recognized as an output medium.
The printer should remain switched on during operation of the steam sterilizer in order to ensure faultless communication
between steam sterilizer and printer and to avoid repeated calibration after reactivation.