ci5000 Series Printer Operation Guide
Draft Version 0.1
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the ci5000 Series Continuous Ink Jet Printer.
The Citronix ci5000 Series Continuous Ink Jet Printer applies identifying marks such as “best before”
dates, traceability codes, logos and batch codes onto almost any kind of material or surface.
This guide can be used for all ci5000 Series Printers, namely ci5200, ci5300, ci5500 and ci5650 as
well as specialty Printers (micro, HS50, Pigment and Heavy Pigment). Any differences between
product variants are identified or highlighted.
Citronix CIJ printers are comprised of Hardware, Software, and the fluids for cleaning / printing.
Where to find more information:
Refer to the ci5000 Series Technical Service Manual for comprehensive detail on installation,
configuration, service, troubleshooting and component replacement.
Before You Begin:
Before printing, make sure:
1.
All warnings and notes have been read and understood.
2.
The ci5000 Series Printer is correctly installed and integrated with your production line.
3.
At least one message has been created, programmed and saved (refer to Section X) or select the
default message.
SAFETY INFORMATION
The following symbols are used in this manual. Where they appear next to a procedure or instruction,
they have the significance and importance of written warnings and cautions. WARNINGS, CAUTIONS
and NOTES are provided to avoid hazards and to safely operate the Printer.
A
WARNING
symbol identifies an operating procedure that if not strictly followed could
result in injury or death. Warnings will be identified by a general warning symbol or a
specific warning symbol.
A
CAUTION
symbol identifies an operating procedure that if not strictly followed could
result in equipment damage.
A
NOTE
symbol indicates an operating procedure that is essential but not known to cause
hazards as indicated by a Warning or Caution symbol.