SECTION 4 Diagnostic Tools
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2.5.12 Pump Motor
Parameter Options: On, Off
Access Level: Read–3; Write–3
The Pump Motor parameter indicates whether the motor is
energized and pumping ink to printhead(s).
2.5.13 Pump Cycle Time
Parameter Options: Time in seconds
Access Level: Read–3
The Pump Cycle Time parameter reports the time it takes for one
revolution of the ink pump motor, and indicates relative loading of
the ink filter or any restriction/cold spot in the ink delivery system.
The typical value is 3–5 seconds. If the value is greater than 8
seconds, an "Ink Pump Stall" error may result.
2.5.14 Pump Home Switch
Parameter Options: Open, Closed
Access Level: Read–3
The Pump Home Switch parameter cycles from closed to open per
revolution of the pump motor.
2.5.15 Current Pump Count
Access Level: Read–3
The Current Pump Count parameter indicates the number of pump
strokes between the upper and lower ILS. This is the actual count at
any given time.