Workhorse Products ODYSSEY Series User manual

ODYSSEY SERIES
OWNER’S MANUAL
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CONGRATULATIONS!
You are now the proud owner of an ODYSSEY SERIES Manual Printing
Press. We thank you for choosing Workhorse Products!
While our packaging has been designed to handle normal shipping conditions,
we cannot foresee damages caused by the carrier and are not responsible for
damages that occur during transportation.
Please check the contents of the packaging for damages immediately.
If shipping damage has occurred:
1) Contact the carrier to file a claim immediately
2) Contact Workhorse Products at 800.778.8779
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION & SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
PARTS FOR ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY
STEP 1: INSTALLING THE SPRINGS
STEP 2: INSTALLING THE PALLET ARMS
STEP 3: INSTALLING THE PALLETS
STEP 4: LEVELING THE PRESS
DISASSEMBLING PRESS FOR SMALL ENTRYWAYS
PRINT HEAD AND MICRO ADJUSTMENTS
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
LIMITED WARRANTY
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INTRODUCTION & SAFETY INFORMATION
THE IMPORTANCE OF THE OWNER’S MANUAL
The purpose of the Owner’s Manual is to familiarize you with the parts and operations of the
Odyssey Series Model. There are step-by-step instructions to assemble the press as well as
troubleshooting information. Also included are explanations of the product’s key features and
additional information that will help with the maintenance of your press.
SAFETY
The Odyssey Series Manual Printing Press is intended to be used for manual screen printing of
textiles. To avoid damage or injury, please be sure to use only for the purpose it was designed for.
Anybody operating the press should first read through this owner’s manual to
ensure a full understanding of how to properly use and maintain the Mach.
Do not sit, stand, or apply excess weight on press.
Do not place foreign objects on press.
Be sure print heads are in their upright position when installing and removing screens.
Keep small children and pets out of reach of the press.
Be sure the area around the press is free of clutter, spills, or debris.
IMPORTANT: Shipping boxes and equipment are heavy. Use two persons for lifting!

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SPECIFICATIONS
Part Number
Colors/Stations
Max Screen Width
Dimensions
(Diameter x Height)
O4400F
4 Colors/4 Stations
44” (112cm)
90” x 34-36”
(229cm x 86-91cm)
O6400F
6 Colors/4 Stations
25” (63.5cm)
90” x 34-36”
(229cm x 86-91cm)
ODYSSEY 4/4 ODYSSEY 6/4
The Odyssey Series is shipped partially disassembled to prevent damage to the unit
during transportation.
All parts are labeled on page 6 and will be referred to in the following steps. Any parts and tools that
are necessary for assembly will be listed on each step. Please be sure you are using the correct tools
and parts to assemble your press. Please check all parts before assembly.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU ASSEMBLE YOUR PRESS WITH MORE THAN ONE PERSON
O-4400-F
Fully Assembled
O-6400-F
Fully Assembled

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PARTS FOR ASSEMBLY
NOTE: Quantity of parts depends on model purchased. Reference the correct model in the
table below for correct quantity of parts.
DESCRIPTION
Base, Upper Turret, Lower Turret and Printheads
Pallet Arm
Spring Packs
Hex Bolt M10 X 1.25 X 112MM
Nylon Lock Nut M10 x 1.25
Flat Washer
Hex Tap Bolt 5/16-18 X 2
Lock Washer
Pallet 16”x18”
PART NO. QTY.
4/4
QTY.
6/4
PRE-ASSEMBLED
PRE-ASSEMBLED
21016
41-HB-M10-60
42-NYL-M10-10
43-FLT-M10-10
41-HTB-3125-15
43-LOK-3125-20
75-20-1618
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4
4
4
4
8
16
16
4
1
4
6
6
6
12
16
16
4
Print Head
Spring
Cartridge
Hex Bolt
M10 X 1.25 X 112MM
Hex Bolt
5/16-18 X 2
Pallet Arm
Flat
Washer
Lock
Washer
Nylon
Lock Nut
Pre-assembled
Base, Upper
Turret, Lower
Turret and
Printheads
Pallet

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ASSEMBLY
STEP 1: INSTALLING THE SPRINGS
TOOLS NEEDED
13mm wrench
PARTS NEEDED
Spring packs
Hex Bolts
Flat Washers
Nylon Lock Nuts
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Lift up swing arm and locate empty grooves on
the bottom of the swing arm. Place bottom of
spring assembly into grooves as shown, then
insert the top of the spring pack into the top
grooves.
While spring pack is resting in place, lower swing
arm onto top of spring assembly.
After installing spring assembly, push swing arm
down and hold in place.
Install hex bolt with one washer from the
side of swing arm.
Carefully release swing arm until it rests
against the hex bolt.
Install nylon lock nut and washer on other
side of bolt. Tighten with wrench.
Repeat steps for each additional arm
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2.
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ASSEMBLY
STEP 2: INSTALLING THE PALLET ARMS
Pallet Arms
Hext Tap Bolts
Lock Washers
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1/2” Wrench•
Repeat steps for each additional arm
TOOLS NEEDED PARTS NEEDED
Match up number on pallet arm to number on
lower wheel bracket. Place pallet arm into the
lower wheel bracket. Line up pre-drilled holes on
pallet arm to pre-drilled holes on the bottom of
bracket.
Locate pre-drilled holes at the bottom of the
bracket and use four hex tap bolts and four lock
washers to secure one pallet arm into place.
Tighten bolts using 1/2” wrench.
**Do NOT use hex nuts to hold in place or you
could bend the pallet arm.**
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ASSEMBLY
STEP 2: INSTALLING THE PALLET ARMS
ASSEMBLY
STEP 3: INSTALLING THE PALLETS
Pallet Assembly•
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Be sure the hold down levers are all facing
away from the press.
Take the pallet and begin sliding it onto the
arm with the front side facing towards you.
Make sure that the flange on bottom of the
pallet fits under the hold down levers.
Pallet stopping point will vary by person
depending on the size and placement of
your artwork. Once you’ve determined your
pallet location, lock in place by twisting the
hold down levers to face the press.
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2.
3.
PARTS NEEDED
Repeat steps for each additional arm

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ASSEMBLY
STEP 4: LEVELING THE PRESS
9/16” Wrench
Level
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To start, place level on top center part of the pallet.
Using the level, start by rotating a pallet arm so it’s
above a base leg. You will use each leg position as
a leveling point.
Using a 9/16 wrench, slowly twist leveling bolts on
the bottom of the legs. Adjust until the level shows
that leg is leveled.
Repeat step 3 at all 4 legs.
Keep the level placed on top of a pallet and rotate
pallet through all stations, be sure that it remains
level in each station.
1.
2.
3.
TOOLS NEEDED
Assembled Press•
PARTS NEEDED

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DISASSEMBLING PRESS FOR SMALL ENTRYWAYS
(It is recommended to do this with more than one person)
9/16” Wrench
Level
Assembled Press••
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In some circumstances, it may be necessary to disassemble the press to fit through a small
entryway. If you are having difficulty moving your press through a small door or entryway,
follow these instructions.
Take a wrench and remove the bolt that sits on top
of the cap on the upper carousel wheel
Lift cap off to expose center shaft
Lift the upper turret off of the center shaft and set
aside
Remove the lower turret off the center shaft and
set aside
Odyssey should now be in 3 smaller pieces allowing
it to fit through a small doorway
Once through the door, put the lower turret and
the upper turret back on the center shaft
Place the cap on top of the upper wheel and secure
the bolt in place with a wrench
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2.
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6.
7.
TOOLS NEEDED PARTS NEEDED

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PRINT HEAD AND MICRO ADJUSTMENTS
Side to Side Micro Adjustment
Micro Lockdown Knobs
Screen Lockdown Knobs
Micro Adjusters
Screen Tilt Adjustment
Off Contact Knob
A
A
D
B
E
C
F
D
F
B
E
C
SIDE TO SIDE MICRO ADJUSTMENT (A)
Always loosen the micro lock down knobs (B) before
beginning the adjustment. Turn the side-to-side micro
adjuster to move the screen side to side, to properly set
it must be used in conjunction with the X and Y micro
adjusters (D). To utilize the full range of movement, both
sets of adjusters must be used. Always center the micros
either after completing a job or beginning one because
it will save a lot of movement.
SCREEN LOCKDOWN KNOBS (C)
To place a screen in the print head, loosen the two
screen lockdown knobs and raise the screen lockdown
clamp bar until the screen can fit in. Then push the
screen all of the way to the back of the screen clamp.
After the screen is properly placed tighten the two
screen lockdown knobs, but don’t over tighten.
Tip: When using a back clamp printing press always
measure the design height from the back of the screen,
to confirm the design will register even when using
different size screens.
MICRO ADJUSTERS (D)
Always loosen the micro lockdown knobs (B) before
adjusting the micros. To adjust the registration, turn the
X and Y micro adjusters (D). To move the screen left/
right or up/down use the micro adjusters (D). To move
the screen up/down without moving it to the left/right,
turn both micro adjusters (D) at the same time. After
adjustments are finished, tighten the micro lock down
knobs (B), but don’t over tighten.
SCREEN TILT ADJUSTMENT (E)
With the off contact strips on a pallet and a clean screen
in the print head, lower the head to the pallet and
inspect the tilt is touching both the front and rear strip.
If the front and rear off contact strips are not touching the
screen ends equally, you will need to adjust the screen tilt.
To start, loosen the two screen tilt bolts (E) with a 1/2”
wrench. Press the front of the screen until it makes contact
with the plastic off contact strip. Next align the rear of
the screen until it makes contact with the rear plastic off
contact strip. After the off contact is consistent, tighten the
two screen tilt bolts (E). Repeat as necessary on the other
heads.
OFF CONTACT KNOB (F)
The Odyssey is set at a standard off contact, however there
will be instances that require adjusting it. To readjust the
off contact use knob (F) and use the 2 bolts (E) to adjust the
tilt of the screen. When adjusting the tilt you will need to
loosen the bolts, make the adjustments and then tighten
back down.
Tip: This procedure will help set the off contact to be
consistent and will require two 16” by 1” 10mm thick strips
of plastic (screen door window plastic). Place one strip on
the pallet at the front of the screen and one at the back of
the screen. Adjust the screen until it makes contact with
the plastic strips in the front and the back. This procedure
is helpful because it shows if the front end of the screen is
parallel with the back of the screen.

PRINT HEAD AND MICRO ADJUSTMENTS
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Y AXIS MICRO
X AXIS MICRO

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MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
The Odyssey Series does not require much maintenance, but periodic lubrication and cleaning will ensure
smooth operation and extended life of the components. Do not let spray adhesive and lint accumulate.
Wipe the press daily to remove spray adhesive and lint.
LUBRICATING THE MICROS
To lubricate, use spray lithium grease. Unscrew the
(B) micro lock down knobs that attach the micro
adjusters to the micro plate. Raise the head and spray
the lithium in between the top of the head and the
internal black cartridge. While doing so, work the
micro knobs to work the grease and check for smooth
movement of assembly.
To lubricate the micros, back off the adjusters so most
of the thread shows, apply a small dab of grease and
work into the threads. Then screw down to reveal the
other side and then repeat for the other side. After
all of this, re-center the micros.
LUBRICATING THE CAROUSEL TAPERED BEARING
It is important to lubricate the top and bottom of
the carousel tapered bearing at least twice a year.
Lubrication may also be necessary if the rotation
bearing becomes tight or uneven.
Use a wrench to remove the bolt from the Center Tapered
Bearing.
Lift the cap off to expose the center shaft.
Lift the upper carousel wheel off of the center shaft.
Take a generous amount of grease and pack it onto the
top and bottom of the center shaft. Remove the tapered
bearing and work the grease onto the bearing separately.
Be careful not to damage the race on the bearings.
Once complete, return the bearings and the carousel wheel
back into place. Put the cap back and tighten the bolt with
a wrench.
B
CLEANING
To clean the press, avoid using alcohol based solvents. Oil based paint thinner is better because it won’t cut
and dry out the grease.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If there are issues turning any of the knobs or micro adjusters, check to see that they are not gummed up with
spray adhesive or ink. If the carousel becomes stiff or too easy to rotate, check to see that the top tension nut
is not too tight or loose because it will determine if the tapered bearings need grease. Take off the jam nut to
reach the resistant nut.

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Although every effort has been made to provide accurate specifications, Workhorse Products does not assume any
liability for damages, whether consequential or incidental, that may result from the use or misuse of the indicated
specifications. Workhorse Products requires the use of a licensed industrial electrician for the installation of
electrical service to equipment requiring electrical power.
Workhorse Products reserves the right to alter specifications in the manufacture of its products. It is understood and
agreed that Seller’s liability for any equipment whether liability in contract, in tort, under any warranty, in negligence,
in strict liability or otherwise shall not exceed the return of the amount of the purchase price paid by Buyer. Not
withstanding the foregoing provision, under no circumstances shall Seller be liable for special, indirect or consequential
damages. The price stated for the equipment is a consideration in limiting Seller’s liability. No action regardless of
form, arising out of the transactions under this Agreement may be brought by Buyer more than two (2) years after
the cause of action has occurred. Our warranty is specified, is exclusive and no other warranty, whether written or
oral, is expressed or implied. Workhorse Products specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose. Equipment manufactured or sold by Workhorse Products is warranted against defects
in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from receipt by customer. All warranties initiate from date of
shipment to original customer. Replacement parts are covered for the term of the equipment warranty period. Parts
not under warranty are covered for thirty (30) days from receipt by customer. Any part found by Workhorse Products to
be defective in material or workmanship within the stated warranty period will be replaced or repaired at Workhorse’s
option without charge.
AFTER OBTAINING AN RMA# SEND RETURNED FREIGHT PREPAID TO:
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Written authorization must be obtained from Workhorse before any part will be accepted. Replacement parts are
sent out freight collect. Parts sent out prior to receiving defective require a credit card hold for cost plus freight.
Upon return of defective part, if it is deemed that the part was not damaged by customer but failed, the cost of the
replacement part will be refunded.
This warranty does not extend to expendable parts such as filters, fuses, elements and brushes, springs, hog rings,
nylon bolts, pallets and casters. Workhorse does not warrant failure of parts or components resulting from misuse
or lack of proper maintenance. Installation, inspection, and maintenance costs are the sole responsibility of the
purchaser.
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