Facility requirements
When planning a site, attention to detail will help to ensure smooth installation of the printer. Special
considerations should be made in terms of any building construction or modifications required, as well
as to the time required for submission and approval of plans to the relevant local authorities.
The space selected should be suitable for the following activities:
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Printing
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Handling sheets and rolls of blank media
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Handling printed output
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Loading and changing ink
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Servicing and cleaning the printer, and replacing components
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Operating the external RIP, local area network, and workstations
In considering the appropriate room layout of the print production area, take the following objectives
into account, to help provide a safe and suitable working environment and facilitate a smooth and
productive work flow:
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Space around the printer – sufficient access to work and load and unload large sheets or rolls of
media
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Sufficient space above the printer for the installation of ventilation if desired
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Emergency exits – suitably positioned and easily accessible
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Safety requirements – first aid station, emergency eye wash station
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Fire extinguishers — a fire extinguisher certified for electrical fires must be in the print production
area. Another fire extinguisher must be placed in the substrate storage area.
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Lighting — the print production area should be well lit to provide the operator with optimal
conditions for checking print production (color, alignment, etc.). If there is insufficient natural
light, the installation of supplementary artificial lighting is recommended.
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Do not install the printer where it will be exposed to direct sunlight or a strong light source.
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Do not install the printer in a dusty environment. Remove any accumulated dust before moving
the printer into the area.
CAUTION: All cables connected to the printer should be properly installed according to local
building codes and standards. Tripping over loose wires or cables can cause personal injury or
damage to the equipment.
Temperature and humidity in the print production and storage areas affect the print output results. Not
maintaining the recommended values as shown in the specifications may have an adverse effect on
print quality or damage sensitive electronic devices in the system components.
Very low relative humidity increases the risk of damage to sensitive electronic devices caused by
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Excessive humidity may also cause corrosion problems and moisture
contamination within the equipment.
Floor requirements
When planning the print production area, it is important to ensure that the floor surface is solid,
smooth, level, and free from any holes or indentations. Floor covering material should be durable and
easy to clean.
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