Thermopatch Deco-Print DP2000T User manual

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DP-2000-T
ENG V1.0 original version June 2022 based on TP Corp REV1215
ATTENTION!
All persons involved in installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance and re-
pair of this product should be made available to these instructions.
User manual

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Copyright
© 2022, Thermopatch bv, Almere, The Netherlands.
No part of this publication may be reproduced by any means without the prior written per-
mission of Thermopatch bv, The Netherlands.
Thermopatch and the Thermopatch logo, Thermoseal and Thermocrest are registered
trademarks of Thermopatch.
Introduction
Dear User,
Welcome to the growing group of Thermopatch users. Your
purchase has been manufactured with the utmost care to ensure that you benet as long
as possible from your Thermopatch product.
The products by Thermopatch are designed with special attention to your convenience.
Should you discover any fault or damage upon receipt of this product, please contact your
local Thermopatch vendor.
The manual has been prepared in accordance with NEN 5509 and in conformity with the
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
This user manual is intended not only for all users of the machine, but also for those who
install and maintain the DP-2000-T. The goal is to familiarize you with the operation, to
provide for safe working instructions and guidelines for periodical maintenance.
ATTENTION!
In order to make safe and optimal use of the NL-15 R/ SQR, it is important to take note of -
and understand the contents of this manual.

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Contents
Copyright 2
Introduction 2
Contents 3
1. General description 4
1.1 Delivery 4
1.2 Conditions of warranty 4
2. Intended use 5
3. Specications 6
3.1 Specications of the DP-2000-T 6
4. Safety measures and warnings 7
4.1 Safety 7
5.0 Transport and storage 9
5.1 Transport 9
5.2 Storage 9
6.0 Operating instructions 10
6.1 Setting up the DP-2000-T 10
6.2 DP2000T Transfer Setup 16
6.3 Adjusting the Printing Pressure and Platen Height printing Pressure 19
6.4 CONTROL BOX 22
6.5 Machine Setup 23
7. Troubleshooting 24
7.1 OPERATIONAL MESSAGES 26
8. parts indentication and location 27
Drawing 01 DP-2000-T Machine Assembly 27
Drawing 02 Platen Assembly 28
Drawing 03 Press Arm Assembly 29
Drawing 04 Heater Assembly 30
Drawing 05 Support and Switch Assembly 31
Drawing 06 Head Assembly 32
Drawing 07 Front Plate Assembly 33
Drawing 08 Rear Plate Assembly 34
Drawing 09 Laser Assembly 35
Drawing 10 Dancer Roller Assembly 36
Drawing 11 Touch Guard Assembly 37
Drawing 12 Heater Cover Assembly 38
Drawing 13 Pneumatic Diagram 39
Drawing 14 Valve and Regulator Assembly 40
Drawing 15 Electronics Module 41
Drawing 16 Main Electronics Module 41
Drawing 17 AC Harness 42
Drawing 18 DC Harness 43
Drawing 19 Head Cover Assembly 44
9. Maintenance 45
10. Declarations of conformity 46
11. End of lifecycle 47
12. Disclaimer 47

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1. General description
The DECO-PRINT Model DP2000T machine is shipped with the printing platen assembly
(hard rubber) installed onto the machine. The printing plate is not included and must be
ordered separately.
The machine cannot be used for direct printing without a printing plate installed into the
machine.
New features on this machine include:
• A transfer sensor used to precisely align each transfer on the sealing platen as the trans-
fer moves through the machine.
• An adjustable laser target dot to assist the operator in positioning the garment for print /
transfer.
The DECO-PRINT Model DP2000T machine prints the customer’s logo or text directly onto
the garment using the hard rubber platen, “C” tape, and a printing plate (not included).
The printing plate is ordered separately in one of three congurations.
1. With the customer’s logo,
2. With a plate with tracks, or
3. With a combination of a logo and tracks for individual lettering.
1.1 DELIVERY
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED:
• 45658 — Sealing kit. Use for sealing labels, mending materials and applying hot paper
transfers
• 46780 — (3) Separator discs. Used between dierent colored ribbon rolls (C-TAPE) on
supply side.
• 46007 — Plate holder.
• 47312 — the Standard (SAE) Tool Kit (after January 2015)
• 47309 — 1.5 M of 6 mm tubing (after May 2015)
• 47310 — 6 mm OD Connection (after May 2015)
If one of these articles should be missing or faulty, please contact your Thermopatch sup-
plier.
1.2 CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY
Thermopatch points to its warranty and product liability conditions as laid down in our
general conditions. These can be obtained at your Thermopatch supplier.

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2. Intended use
The DECO-PRINT model DP2000T prints a permanent mark directly onto most natural or
synthetic fabrics by means of a printing plate, briey striking the inked ribbon against the
material to be marked. The machine is an air operated machine that uses a foot pedal, (in-
cluded), to initiate the printing cycle.
WARNING!
Any use other than described above can be dangerous and cause damage and thus qualies as
‘misuse’ which excludes Thermopatch bv from any liability.

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3. Specications
3.1 SPECIFICATIONS OF THE DP-2000-T
Electrical Requirements: 5 Amps @ 110 VAC 50/60
HZ Or 2,5 Amps @ 220
VAC, 50/60 HZ
Operating Air Pressure: 25 PSI (1,8 BAR) Minimum
to 70 PSI (4,8 BAR) Maxi-
mum 1,3 CFM (0,6 Liters/
sec)
Dwell Time Setting: 0,1 Seconds to 99,9 Sec-
onds
Heat Range: 200°-500°F (93° - 260°C)
Maximum Print Area: 4-3/4” wide x 3-3/4” deep
Transfer Advance (Roll) Sensor controlled stop is
adjustable from 7 ½” to13
½”from the centerline of
the platen
Ribbon Advance: 0,1” to 6,0” (2,5mm to
152mm)
Ink Ribbon Width: 4, 3, 2, and 1 inch (102,
76, 51, and 25 mm)
Multiple colors and widths any combinations up to 4”
total width
Opening Height: (Between
Printing Plate and Platen)
5,0” (127 mm)
Clearance: (From Back of
Platen to Machine)
1-3/4” (44 mm)
Weight: 115 lbs. 52 kg.
Temperature: 500°F (260°C)
Transfer time: 2,0 seconds
Label seal time: 12,0 seconds
Printing time: 0,5 seconds
Air Pressure: 50 PSI (3,5 BAR)
Transfer (Roll) Advance: 5,0in (126-128mm)
Ribbon Advance: 5,0 in (126-128 mm)
Ink Ribbon Width: 4, 3, 2, and 1 inch (102,
76, 51, and 25 mm)
Multiple colors and widths any combinations up to 4”
total width
Opening Height: (Between
Printing Plate and Platen)
5,0” (127 mm)
Clearance: (From Back of
Platen to Machine)
1-3/4” (44 mm)
Weight: 115 lbs. 52 kg.

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4. Safety measures and warnings
4.1 SAFETY
Each DECO-PRINT machine is equipped with a Safety Guard feature for the protection of the
operator. The Safety Guard is activated in two ways:
1. The metal bar senses the touch of your hand.
2. There are switches that sense any obstruction.
Once the safety guard is activated, the downward movement of the print will be interrupted
and the “CLEAR” button must be pressed before the next print cycle. If an obstruction is met
before this point, the power print cycle will not occur.
ectrical power cord must always be plugged into a properly grounded outlet.
Safety warnings:
• THE USE OF POWER STRIPS AND EXTENTION CORDS IS NOT RECOMMENDED
• CAUTION: PRESSURE READING ON AIR GAUGE MUST NOT EXCEED 100 PSI (7.0 BAR)
• CAUTION: THE PRINTING HEAD AND PLATE MAY REACH TEMPERATURES AS HIGH AS
550°F (288°C) DURING NORMAL OPERATION. ALWAYS KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF THE
PRINTING HEAD WHEN OPERATING MACHINE.
• IF POWER IS ON, DO NOT LEAVE MACHINE UNATTENDED. IF A LOSS OF AIR PRESSURE
OCCURS, AND IF A GARMENT IS RESTING ON THE PLATEN, THE HEAD CAN LOWER AND
COULD CAUSE A FIRE. A CHECK VALVE IS BUILT INTO THE MACHINE TO PREVENT THIS,
BUT WITH A LOSS OF AIR PRESSURE, THE HEAD WILL COME DOWN AT SOME POINT.
• WARNING: BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE, MAKE SURE ALL COVERS ARE IN PLACE,
AND KEEP LOOSE JEWELRY AND CLOTHING CLEAR OF THE MACHINE DURING OPERA-
TION.
• BEFORE SERVICING THE MACHINE, UNPLUG THE ELECTRICAL CORD, DISCONNECT THE
AIR SUPPLY, AND LET THE PRINTING HEAD COOL DOWN TO ROOM TEMPERATURE
• CLEAN MACHINE PARTS WITH NON-FLAMMABLE CLEANING FLUIDS ONLY.
Warning symbols
WARNING!
HOT SURFACE
WARNING!
ELECTRIC TENSION
Touch guard

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ATTENTION!
Make sure you are informed about the contents of this manual before starting to work
with the DP-2000-T. This ensures an optimal and safe use of the machine.
ATTENTION!
Always turn the power o (unplug it) when you need to carry out maintenance work
or when cleaning the machine.
ATTENTION!
In case of emergency, press the emergency stop button!
ATTENTION!
Take care that there is enough space around the machine. Cables and connections
must not get pinched. Although the heat radiation of the press is low, there should
be enough space for cooling down.
ATTENTION!
Avoid contact with the heating element.
ATTENTION!
Pull the fabrics tight around the press pad and ensure that your hands are away from
the sealing pad before operating the machine.

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5.0 Transport and storage
5.1 Transport
When the machine needs to be moved, Thermopatch advises to use the original packaging.
The machine has to be lifted by the screw that is xing the swiveling arm and the handle on
the front of the machine.
5.2 Storage
When the machine needs to be stored, Thermopatch advises to use the original packaging.
The machine should be stored on a pallet, o the oor, in dry conditions.

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6.0 Operating instructions
6.1 Setting up the DP-2000-T
Step 1
Refer to Figure 1
Loosen the two screws on the top of the case in the back and install the control box bracket,
Item 4.
Plug one side of the display cable, Item A, into the control box, Item B, connector.

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Plug the other end of the display cable, Item C, into the connector on the side of the ma-
chine.
Step 2
Turn the “Emergency Stop” switch, Item A, in the direction of the arrow to make sure it is
out.

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Step 3
Refer to Figure 5
Attach the air lter/regulator, with ttings to the bulkhead tting, Item A, on the back of
the machine. Orient as shown with the gauge facing forward. Connect the air supply to the
male hose adaptor, Item C.
Step 4
Refer to Figure 6. This is the Electrical Enclosure Assembly, found on the right side of your
machine
Connect the foot pedal plug into the FOOTSWITCH Plug, Item A.
Connect the power line cord to power entry module, Item B, and to the power outlet. Turn
on the machine by pressing the on/o switch, Item D.
Item C depicts the display cable plugged in, previously discussed in connection on page 11.

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Step 5
Refer to below:
Place ange assemblies, Item A, on supply and take-up shafts, Item B.

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6.2 DP2000T TRANSFER SETUP
1. Select the transfer for use and measure the distance from the leading edge of one image
to the leading edge of the next transfer as shown.
A special platen is required if this measurement is less than 2-1/2 inches ( 64 mm )
2. Install the transfers onto the machine.
3. Use the JOG button to feed the transfer image until the image is in the center of the
sealing platen.
4. Press the MENU button.
5. Press the ENTER button until the display reads “ SET FEED LENGTH: “.
6. Subtract 2 tenths of an inch, (5 mm) from the transfer measurement in step 1 and
use the UP or DOWN ARROW button to enter this number into the machine. Example –
The transfer measures 3 inches, (76 mm) from leading edge to leading edge. Subtract 2
tenths of an inch, (5 mm) from 3 inches. The number entered into the machine should be
2.8 inches, (71 mm).

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7. Press the ENTER button until the display reads “PATTERN MARKER: “. Use the UP or
DOWN ARROW button to select YES.
8. Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
9. Loosen the clamp screw, move the transfer sensor onto the space between the transfer
images and tighten the clamp screw.
10. Press the TRANSLUCENT button and hold it until the lights on the sensor stop blinking.
NOTE: If green and red output lights are on and an * is displayed on the control box,
push both (normal) and (translucent) buttons simultaneously. This procedure inverts the
output to the correct status, green light on.

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11. Loosen the clamp screw and move the transfer sensor towards the leading edge of the
transfer image closest to the sealing iron. When the edge of the image is detected by the
transfer sensor, an asterisk ( * ) will appear on the display next to the feed length. When
you see the asterisk ( * ), on the display, tighten the clamp screw. Test the machine. The
transfer image should be centered on the sealing platen. If the image is moving after each
cycle, re-adjust the position of the transfer sensor. If the image is not centered, repeat the
setup procedure.
Ribbon Tape Setup Feed Adjustment
The rst step is to adjust the feed. This feed value advances the tape after printing to the
amount of the entered value, to set up for the next print. Using the control box, the user
adjusts and controls the distance that the machine feeds.
Caution: tape tension may cause less feed length than what the display indicates. (See page
24) for adjusting tape feed length. (See page 22, step 3) for adjusting tape tension.
The distance between the left and right edges of the plate image determines the value for
the amount of feed. Measure this distance and add .2 to .4 inches (5.1 mm to 10.2 mm) to
it; this will give you your feed length.
The feed length on the controller box needs to be changed to the measurement taken. We
will use 5.2 inches (132 mm) as an example of a measurement.

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6.3 ADJUSTING THE PRINTING PRESSURE AND PLATEN HEIGHT PRINTING
PRESSURE
Printing pressure is preset at the factory to 50 PSI. The printing pressure range is from 25
PSI (1.8 BAR) minimum to 70 PSI (4.8 BAR) maximum. NEVER EXCEED 70 PSI. In general,
the larger the printing area, the higher the pressure required. The air regulator is located
outside, at the rear of the machine. At the top of the regulator is a black knob. Pull upward
to change the current setting. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the air pressure or coun-
terclockwise to decrease the air pressure. After pressing down on the foot pedal and then
releasing, check the air gauge reading. Readjust if necessary, then activate the foot pedal
and release again for a new gauge reading. To lock in a setting, push the black knob down
into its original position.
Printing Platen Adjustment
Occasionally, it may be necessary to increase the pressure on one corner or side of the
printing platen in order to make it print better in that area. This might be true where an
engraved design has a denser area in one corner. To adjust, locate the appropriate thumb
screws below the rubber platen. Looking from the top, turn the screw counterclockwise to
increase the pressure. NOTE: The platen is level when all screws are turned clockwise and
the platen is put in its lowest position.
Setup for 2, or More Ribbons
1. Multiple ribbons of dierent colors are threaded the same as a single ribbon shown in
Figure 10 — Ribbon Roll Threading.
a. The rolls must be separated by a thin disc, to prevent interaction, when they are dif-
ferent outside diameters. Three discs are provided in the Optional Printing Kit, and are to be
used on the unwind, or supply shaft.
2. Place one roll on shaft followed by a disc and push to rear. Repeat this procedure
for each roll added. No disc is required after the last roll added. Replace the supply ange
and clamp collar. If a single ribbon is used, push the three thin separator discs to the rear,
against the supply ange or remove from machine for storage.
3. Usually the outer clamp collar can be adjusted to minimize endplay of the roll, be-
cause of the drag from the roll insert on the shaft. If the roll turns freely on the shaft, push
the clamp collar in to create drag on the roll. Too much drag may cause the ribbon to break
or the motor to stall. Do not stall motor.
4. Thread the tape through the machine: Refer to Figure 10 for a visual aid.
• Unroll approximately two feet of tape o the roll.
• Feed the tape under the sensor roller, under the heating iron, up and around the feed
roller, down under the dancer roll, and up to the take-up shaft.
• Attach to take-up shaft as shown in Figure 10.
• Press the JOG button until the tape is taut through the machine.

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INSERTING THE PRINTING PLATE
The above drawing shows a DP2000T Printing Plate (Item 1) (CUSTOM PART) and a Printing
Plate Holder (Item2) P/N (46007). The Printing Plate Holder is provided for installation and
removal of the Printing Plate.
• With the artwork facing down on the Printing Plate, apply a downward force just
enough to slide the Printing Plate Holder forward. This locks the Printing Plate into place.
• Insert the plate into the plate mounting brackets on either side of the iron.
• Slide the plate in fully.
• Apply the same downward force and slide the Printing Plate Holder away from the
machine.
To remove the Printing Plate from the machine, just reverse the process. The Printing Plate
is extremely HOT so caution must be taken when removing and placing it on a heat protec-
tive surface. Avoid any side to side motion of the Plate Holder while inserting or withdrawing
Print Plates. This motion tends to bend side guides and loosen heater mounting screws.
Note: If you bump the touch guard, press the CLEAR button on the controller box to reset.
Choosing The Platen
Be sure to use the proper platen. Use the hard rubber platens for printing, and the soft rub-
ber platen for heat sealing and dry ink transfers. There should be a distance of at least 1/8”
to 1/4” between the printed image and the outer edge of the platen.