MIMAKI JFX200-2513EX, Requests For Daily Care And Maintenance

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In case of low usage ink (print head)
• Ink discharge of less used print heads tends to become unstable as compared to other print heads.
Increase the REFRESH level during plotting, then keep the head usage rate above certain value.
(Operation Manual, Chapter 3: "Other Settings")
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When printing in an environment with low humidity (in winters, etc.)
• Take thorough measures against electrostatic charging with the help of humidifier, etc. Static electricity
attracts mist and dust around the printing area and the head. Set interval wiping if printing is to be
continued for a long time.
(Operation Manual, Chapter 3: "Setting Nozzle Face Cleaning Frequency")
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When printing on uneven media (three-dimensional medium)
• To keep the head gap as constant as possible, set unnecessary media, etc. even at locations other than
the location inside the suction area where the printing media is set. If deterioration of the head due to
reflected light is neglected for a long period of time, it may cause malfunction to the point where the head
may have to be replaced.
Daily Maintenance
• When cleaning the area around the head/capping station/wiper, use a Cleaning Stick for Head
Surrounding (PN : SPC-0527).
When using a normal cotton swab, lint threads may remain and cause a secondary failure.
• Make sure you perform maintenance for the ink cap and wiper in the capping station everyday. If they are
left dirty, the nozzle surface may get dirty, dust or hardened ink may get stuck to the nozzle, resulting in
poor discharge.
• Make sure you clean the bottom surface of the carriage everyday so that it does not get dirty from ink or
dust. If it is left dirty, dirt or hardened ink may smear onto the nozzle due to wiper operation during head
cleaning.
• When you clean the bottom surface of the carriage, be careful so as not to rub the nozzle.
Maintenance of Head Surroundings
Extremely minute mechanisms are used for the head, and therefore proper care must be taken when
performing maintenance.
Some gel-like ink or dust may be stuck in the bottom part of the slider and around the head. Rub it off using
a clean stick or another similar tool. When rubbing, make sure you never rub the nozzle part of the head.
Tools required for
cleaning • Cleaning Stick for Head
Surrounding (PN :
SPC-0527)
• Safety glasses • Gloves
• If the ink gets on your skin or your clothes, rinse it out immediately with soap or water. In case the ink gets
in your eyes, rinse it out immediately with water and consult a doctor.
• When handling ink and washing liquid, pay close attention to ventilation and be sure to wear the included
safety glasses and gloves. The ink or washing liquid may get in your eyes.
• Make sure you clean the bottom surface of the carriage everyday so that it does not get dirty from ink or
dust. If it is left dirty, dirt or hardened ink may smear onto the nozzle due to wiper operation during head
cleaning.
• When you clean the bottom surface of the carriage, be careful so as not to rub the nozzle.