MIMAKI DS-1600, Operation Manual

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Names and function of the parts under the front cover
Under the front cover, there are the carriage, capping station, etc. necessary for printing
operation. The mechanisms provided under the front cover are explained below.
Carriage
The carriage is provided with print heads for plotting, etc. It is also provided with a head height
adjustment screw for adjusting the head height according to the thickness of the fabric used.
The carriage moves during plotting, and fabric detection.
When cleaning the capping station, execute the STATION MAINTENANCE function to move
the carriage. (See page 4.8 “Moving the carriage for cleaning the station interior [Carriage
Out].”)
• Starting the plotting operation without adjusting the carriage height can cause
damage not only to the fabric but also to the plotter itself.
• When setting a fabric in position for plotting, be sure to adjust the head
height.(See page 1.30)
Support screw Height adjustment screw
Head height adjustment rod