Oki ColorPainter M-64S User manual
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ColorPainter M-64s Trac Sign Printer with 3M™ SX Ink User's Guide
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of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 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 which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
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In each directive, the scope of directive to be applied to equipment is explicitly dened. Our company’s product IP-
6620 conforms the EMC directive, low voltage directive and RoHS Directive.
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This document describes the process of printing on reective sheeting.
For explanations on how to use the other functions of the printer, refer to the IP-6620 Color Inkjet Printer
User’s Guide.
The following items should be read before using the external dryer system to ensure correct and safe
operations of this system.
- Safety precautions
- Components delivered with this product
- Manual legend (Notational rules)
- Operating conditions
Keep this guide in an easily accessible location to use it as a reference when needed.
Introduction
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Table of Contents
Introduction ..................................................... 3
Table of Contents............................................. 5
Safety precautions........................................... 6
Symbol on the printer..................................... 6
Manual legend (Notational rules) ...............11
Components delivered with the printer....12
Operating conditions....................................13
Installation and maintenance space ..........................................13
Environmental conditions ............................................................... 14
Before printing
Appearance / Main components and their
functions .........................................................16
Printer front (take-up side) .............................................................. 16
Printer rear (supply side) ....................................................................17
Printer interior ..........................................................................................17
To turn the control box on and o..............18
Power-on procedure .......................................................................... 18
Power-off procedure ..........................................................................20
Supported media...........................................21
Reflective sheeting............................................................................... 21
Precautions and restriction regarding the
use of reective sheeting.............................22
Colored media.........................................................................................22
Media not supporting automatic media identification.22
Supported media width....................................................................22
Adjustment................................................................................................22
Printing on reective sheeting
Loading the media on the printer ..............24
Procedure to load roll media ......................................................... 24
Procedure to monitor remaining media ................................33
Replacing the media when the end of the roll is reached
... 33
Replacing the media after a media jam .................................33
Setting the media remaining length .......................................33
Setting the media on the take-up reel unit
..34
Procedure to set the media on the TUR unit ...................... 35
Installing the external dryer system ..........39
External dryer system installation procedure ......................39
Printing from the RIP software................... 40
Specify the traffic colors with the design tool ....................40
Traffic color specification procedure......................................... 41
Procedure to set a traffic color to a target object .............42
Color Trapping/Choking Feature .................................................43
Sending data from the design tool to the RIP software...44
Drying operation ...........................................47
To cancel the drying operation.....................................................48
Removing the media.....................................49
Procedure to print the amount of remaining media.......49
Removing the external dryer system........................................ 49
Procedure to remove the roll media (output side) ..........50
Procedure to remove the roll media (feed side) ............... 52
Maintenance
Daily maintenance.........................................56
Extra ionizers maintenance...................................57
Edge sensors cleaning.............................................64
Dust cover cleaning .................................................66
Advanced operations
Handle the media ......................................... 68
Media preset menu ..............................................................................68
Media registration in CP_Manager .............................................69
Heater operation of the external dryer
system..............................................................70
Display the control menu of the external dryer system...70
External dryer system control information............................ 71
External dryer system status........................................................... 71
External dryer system warming state........................................ 71
Display in CP_Manager.......................................................................72
Troubleshooting
When an error message is displayed..........74
Warning messages.........................................77
When the red LED (alarm) of the
control box blinks ..........................................78
Menu tree
Appendix
Basic specications........................................82
Consumables ..................................................83
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Safety precautions
The following symbols are used in this document to ensure proper operation of the external dryer system
and to prevent this system from being damaged.
Follow the instructions marked with these symbols:
WARNING
Failure to follow the guidelines marked with
this symbol could result in serious personal
injury or death.
CAUTION
Failure to follow the guidelines marked with
this symbol could result in minor personal
injury or damage to the product.
Example of symbols:
This symbol ( Triangle ) denotes items that require special care while
executing a certain procedure or operation.
This symbol ( Crossed circle ) denotes items that are forbidden.
This symbol ( Plain circle ) denotes items you should follow to
prevent accidents or injury.
This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.
Symbol on the printer
This symbol denotes locations that may become very hot and that
should not be touched.
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WARNING Be sure to read warnings below before use.
Use the power supply voltage specied on the nameplate.
Avoid overloading the electrical outlet used for the printer
with multiple devices.
Make sure that the printer is well grounded. Failure to
ground the printer may result in electrical shock, re, and
increased susceptibility to electromagnetic interference.
Always hold the power cord by the plug when connecting
to and disconnecting from the power outlet.
Never pull on the cord directly. Doing so may damage the
cord and create a risk of re and electric shock.
Do not use a conversion plug.
Do not disassemble or repair the printer yourself. Do not
reinstall the printer in a new location. In such cases, call
your service representative.
Do not damage, break, process, or heat the power
cable. If it is damaged, replace it with a new one. Using a
damaged power cable may cause re or electric shock.
Never use the printer in a place of extreme humidity or
any place where it can possibly be splashed by any liquid.
If any liquid enters inside the printer, it could lead to re,
electric shock, or a breakdown.
Do not allow metal or liquids to touch the internal parts
of the printer. This may cause re, electric shock, or other
serious hazards.
Do not disconnect or connect the power cord with wet
hands. Doing so may lead to electric shock.
Ink used in the ink cartridges is combustible. Do not use
or store ink cartridges near open ames, sparks, or other
sources of ignition.
Operate the printer carefully near the printer's movable
parts, so that your hands or your clothes are not caught
in the printer.
Install and operate the printer in a well-ventilated area.
Otherwise the operator may feel sickish. In such a case,
take a rest in a well-ventilated place.
Media rolls are heavy. Handle them with care using
a dolly or other tools to prevent them from falling.
Dropping a media roll could cause personal injury or
damage to the printer.
It is recommended to carry media rolls with a dolly.
Be careful not to let ink come into contact with your skin
or clothes. If ink touches your skin, immediately wash it
o with soap and water.
Turn o the printer, unplug the power cord from the
power outlet, and contact your service representative in
any of the following cases. Using the printer continuously
in an abnormal state may result in an accident or re.
- Smoke, strange noise or smell is generated from the
printer or the printer is overheated.
- There is smoke or an unusual smell coming from the
printer.
- The printer is making an unusual noise during
normal operation.
- A piece of metal or a liquid (not part of cleaning and
maintenance routines) has touched internal parts of
the printer.
- An error requiring service by a service representative
occurs.
Avoid contact between skin, eyes, and clothing and the
printer’s following consumables: ink, storage liquid,
cleaning liquid, cap cleaning liquid, wiper cleaning liquid,
and waste ink.
- In case of contact, immediately wash your skin with
soap and water.
- Use an approved eye wash station if ink splashed
into your eyes and consult a doctor if necessary. If an
approved eye wash station is unavailable, rinse your
eyes with cold water and consult a doctor. Remove
clothing soaked with ink to avoid contact with your
skin.
Do not swallow ink. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting
but seek immediate medical attention.
Do not place the printer on an unstable table or at a slant
place. If it falls, it may lead to injury.
Do not touch heater surfaces in the media path. This may
cause burns.
Keep ink cartridges and waste ink bottles out of the reach
of children.
CAUTION Be sure to read warnings below before use.
CAUTION
Make sure the media rolls are secured when stored. They are heavy and may cause injury if they roll or fall.
To ensure safe operation of the Printer, pay attention to all the warnings and cautions contained throughout
this manual.
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Power supply
1. Install the external dryer system near the socket. To be able to pull out the power plug in an emergency,
the power socket must be reached easily.
2. Do not share the power supply with noise generating devices such as a motor.
3. The characteristics of the power supply must meet the external dryer system specications.
4. Turn o the external dryer system monthly and check the following:
- The power plug is securely inserted into the socket.
- No dust is accumulated between the plug terminals and the socket. When dust is found, clean the area
with a dry cloth.
External dryer system
1. Do not place anything on the top of the external dryer system. Do not rest your elbows on the external
dryer system.
2. Handle the external dryer system with care and do not apply shock or excessive force to this system.
3. During the print operation, do not move the external dryer system. Otherwise, the ink will not dry
suciently.
4. Do not clean the cover’s surface with benzine, paint thinner, or a similar substance. This may damage
or deform the cover. Clean the cover using a soft cloth. If the cover is very dirty, wipe it with a cloth
moistened with water-diluted neutral detergent. If the cover is not cleaned regularly, the paint on the
cover surface may get damaged.
5. Always use OKI Data specied accessories and options. Products not specied by OKI Data may degrade
the image quality, cause a malfunction, and make maintenance impossible.
6. Read all these instructions before installing or using the external dryer system.
zAll wiring to the external dryer system must be connected to the electrical source in strict accordance
with all local electrical codes having jurisdiction.
zDo not use extension cords to power the external dryer system.
zBefore installing the external dryer system, the user must be aware of the safety requirements specied
by local re codes.
zExtreme caution is necessary when any the external dryer system is used by or near children or invalids
and whenever the external dryer system is left operating unattended.
zDo not operate any the external dryer system after it malfunctions. Disconnect power at service panel
and have the external dryer system inspected by qualied technician.
zDo not use outdoors.
zTo disconnect the external dryer system, turn off power to the external dryer system circuit at main
disconnect panel.
zDo not insert or allow fording objects to enter any ventilation opening as this may cause an electric
shock of re, or damage to the external dryer system.
zThe external dryer system has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas where
gasoline, paint, or ammable vapors or liquids are used or stored.
zUse the external dryer system only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause re, electric shock, or injur to persons.
Extra ionizer and edge sensors maintenance
Due to solvent ink characteristics, inspection and maintenance need to be performed periodically. (For
details on the maintenance, see the Maintenance section starting on page 55.)
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Consumables
1. OKI Data ink cartridges should be installed before the Install By date printed on the pack. Other non-
genuine ink cartridges may damage the printer. In this case, printer repair fees will be borne by you.
2. To guarantee print quality, expiration dates are indicated for ink cartridges, cleaning liquid cartridge sets,
and storage liquid cartridge sets. Use these consumables before their expiration date.
3. Put used ink cartridges into a plastic bag and dispose of them as industrial waste. Observe local
regulations for disposal of consumables.
4. Unpack the Oki Data ink cartridges only to install them. Do not store Oki Data ink cartridges in direct
sunlight. Store the Oki Data ink cartridges in a cool, dry place. This prevents deterioration of the ink during
storage.
5. Do not disassemble the ink cartridges. They are intended for single use only.
6. Do not drop the ink cartridges. Avoid shock to them. The drop or shock may cause an ink leakage.
Media
Supported media
In addition to the media types mentioned in the printer User’s Guide, the following media type is also supported.
Note that print conditions may change depending on environmental conditions and the media production batch.
So you are recommended to test the print with the media beforehand.
For details, contact your service representative.
zReective sheeting from 3M
Precautions when storing media
zWhen storing media, packed or unpacked, avoid direct sunlight and humidity. To avoid dust, put the
media into a box or a bag, and keep it in a cool and dark place.
zAvoid rapid temperature change to prevent condensation.
zDo not store media upright. A media stored upright may be deformed, move on the roll due to its weight,
or may its edges may be damaged.
zDo not pile up roll media.
zMake sure the media rolls are secured when stored. They are heavy and may cause injury if they roll or fall.
Precautions when disposing of media
zDispose of media or printout in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Precautions when using media
zDo not subject unpacked media to temperature and humidity variations. Before loading the media on
the printer, leave the media in the operating environment for three hours or more. Note that ambient
humidity variations caused by turning on or o the air conditioner may aect the media.
zThe media may curl at low temperature, and wrinkle at high temperature. Keep the temperature around
23°C and the humidity around 50% when you use the media.
zDo not use parts of the media that are scratched, wrinkled, curled or folded, or with foreign matter on
them. Never use a damaged media, as the right and left edges of the media are especially critical to feed
media on the printer. Also, do not drop the media and avoid water stains, which may degrade the image
quality and cause the printer to malfunction.
zWhen handling the media, pay attention not to touch the printing surface with bare hands since
ngerprints may appear after printing.
zDo not touch the printed part of the media. Always hold the media by the margin. The image quality may
be degraded by human sebum and sweat.
zIf the media is wound in the shape of a cone, correct the winding before loading and using the media.
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Precautions when handling printouts
zDo not touch the printed surface of the media before the ink dries, or especially 24 hours after printing.
Handle the printout by the margins.
zDo not scratch the printout to avoid lost or transfer of colors. To avoid color transfer, do not stack printed
media on one another with their printed surface facing in contact.
zDo not put printed media on a printout from a copier or laser printer. The printouts’ ink or toner may make
the two printouts to stick together.
zNote that ink on a printed surface may come o if the surface is rubbed hard or scratched.
zThe printed image may bleed or disappear if scratched or left while being wet.
Other precautions
zMedia loses its color and quality with age. Check the media condition and select the media in the best
condition.
zCut the media carefully, as paper dust may make irregular surfaces.
zWhen adhesive-backed media is applied, some adhesive agent may be left on the platen, which may
cause a media jam. So clean the agent completely with a soft cloth moistened with the neutral detergent.
Carriage operation during printing
When printing in reflecting sheet mode, the carriage operates the same as when 48-inch media is used even if
narrower media is used in order to maintain the drying performance.
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Manual legend (Notational rules)
The notational rules used for explanation in this guide are as follows:
Marks
WARNING
Boxes marked with a WARNING describe points of caution to avoid serious personal injury.
CAUTION
Boxes marked with a CAUTION describe points of caution to avoid injury to yourself or damage to the printer.
TIP:
This mark indicates useful information, additional items and important operations.
Reference mark
This mark is followed by a reference section or page number.
Capping unit side and maintenance area side
To identify the printer’s right and left, this guide mentions the capping unit side and maintenance area side as follows.
Viewed from the printer’s front (media take-up side)
Maintenance area side Capping unit side
Viewed from the printer’s rear (media supply side)
Maintenance area sideCapping unit side
A maintenance area is arranged. Capping unit is equipped.
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Components delivered with the
printer
Check that the following items are contained in the reective sheeting kit.
If an item is missing or damaged, please contact your dealer or a service representative.
External dryer system
<x1>
Bar type ionizer
<x1>
Extra ionizers
<x1>
Dust cover
<x1>
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Operating conditions
Installation and maintenance space
Adequate space is required around the printer for replacement of consumables and parts, print processing, and
ventilation during normal operation and maintenance.
Secure the space shown in the gure below.
1000
3900*6100
4300
400
*1500
400
*1500
2000
(Front side)
Secure 2200 mm in the horizontal direction.
* : Maintenance space
(Unit: mm)
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Environmental conditions
Operating temperature and humidity levels
Refer to the IP-6620 Color Inkjet Printer User’s Guide.
Places where the printer should not be installed
Do not install the printer in the following places.
zPlaces near a re
zPlaces exposed to direct sunlight
zPlaces subject to vibration
zPlaces with excessive dust
zPlaces subject to extreme changes in temperature or humidity
zPlaces near an air conditioner or a heater
zPlaces where the printer may get wet
zPlaces exposed to direct exhaust air from an air vent
zPlaces near a diazo copier that may generate ammonia gas
zPlaces with poor ventilation
zUnstable places
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Appearance / Main components
and their functions
Printer front (take-up side)
External heater head
Contains the heater that dries the reflective
sheeting.
Control box
Controls the external dryer system and the bar type ionizer.
The state (lit, blinking, off) of the LEDs of the control box
indicates the status of the external dryers and the bar type
ionizer.
Green LED: Lit when the external heater or the bar type
ionizer is on. It is also lit when the switch of the heater is
turned on.
Red LED: Blinks when an error occurred.
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Before printing
Printer rear (supply side)
Printer interior
Before printing Printing on
reective sheeting Maintenance Advanced
operations Troubleshooting Menu tree Appendix
Bar type ionizer
Removes static electricity from the reflective sheeting.
(Operates only when printing on reflective sheeting.)
Extra ionizers
Removes static electricity from the media and
reduces print defects caused by ink mist.
Dust cover
Makes it more difficult for dust to adhere to the media.
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The power supply must be 200 V.
POWER SUPPLY POWER
SSR 1 POWER
SSR 2 POWER
Off On
CAUTION
Use only the power cords supplied with the control box.
The supplied power cable is for 200 V AC only. Note that the plug shape diers from that for 100 V AC.
Power-on procedure
1
Turn the printer on before turning the control
box on.
Refer to page 38 in the IP-6620 Color Inkjet Printer
User’s Guide.
2
Check that the three switches POWER SUPPLY
POWER, SSR 1 POWER, and SSR 2 POWER of
the control box are set to the o position.
Turn o any switch set to on.
Connect the two supplied power cords to the
power inlets of the control box and to the
power sockets.
To turn the control box on and o
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Before printing
3
Turn the POWER SUPPLY POWER on.
4
Turn on the SSR 1 POWER and SSR 2 POWER.
CAUTION
When turning the control box on, the self-check function may take up to three minutes to complete in case the external
heaters are hot.
Before printing Printing on
reective sheeting Maintenance Advanced
operations Troubleshooting Menu tree Appendix
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Power-o procedure
1
Turn o the SSR 1 POWER and SSR 2 POWER.
2
Turn the POWER SUPPLY POWER o.
3
Turn the printer o.
Refer to page 38 in the IP-6620 Color Inkjet Printer
User’s Guide.
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