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MANUAL
Hot Quick Coder-D
Edition: H215 AE
Rev.: 10
English
kortho

Table of Contents

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Summary

Preface

Conventions in this manual

Explains terms and conventions used throughout the manual for clarity.

Instruction format

Details the standardized format for presenting instructions and sub-instructions within the manual.

Symbols in this manual

Warning and Caution Symbols

Describes warning, caution, and note symbols indicating potential hazards or important information for user safety.

Glossary

Technical Terminology

Provides definitions for key technical terms used in the manual, aiding comprehension of the printer's components and functions.

Introduction

Qualified Personnel

Defines the qualifications and training requirements for operators and technicians working with the printer.

Elementary Personal Protection

Outlines essential safety precautions and warnings regarding hot parts and moving components of the printer.

Intended Use

Specifies the intended industrial applications for the Hot Quick Coder-D and limitations on its usage.

Specifications

Details the technical specifications, including dimensions, power requirements, and operating environment for the printer.

Life Span

States the expected operational lifespan of the equipment and factors that may affect it.

Shock & Vibration

Provides guidelines for installing the control box in locations with minimal shock and vibration.

Technical Description

The Printer System

Provides an overview of the Hot Quick Coder system, including its main components and printing mechanism.

Control Box

Details the components and features of the printer's control box, including the user interface and connections.

Coding Unit

Describes the coding unit, its parts like the print head, heating ring, and text holder.

Text Holder

Explains the function and characteristics of the text holder, including its role in printing and character placement.

Mounting Support

Describes the standard bracket and platen used for mounting the coding unit onto a host machine.

Process Description

The Printing Process

Explains the mechanism of how the printer transfers ink to the substrate using heat, pressure, and time.

User Interface

Covers the control panel and menu structure used for operating and configuring the printer.

Safety

Relevant Directives

Lists the European directives and harmonized standards to which the product conforms.

Power Supply

Specifies the required power supply voltage and frequency, and grounding precautions for safe operation.

Precautions Before Power-up

Details essential checks to perform before powering on the printer to ensure correct connections and safety.

Precautions When Opening the Control Box

Provides critical safety instructions for opening the control box, emphasizing power disconnection.

Anti-Static Precautions

Outlines necessary measures to prevent damage to electronic components from electrostatic discharge during handling.

Coding Unit Caution Labels

Explains the meaning and importance of various caution labels found on or near the coding unit.

Installation

Requirements

Lists the necessary customer-provided resources and environmental conditions for installing the printer.

Printer Adaptation for 115 VAC Operation

Describes the procedure for adapting the printer from 230VAC to 115VAC operation by changing fuses and heating elements.

Mounting the Coding Unit

Guides the user through the physical mounting process of the coding unit onto a host machine.

Mounting the Control Box

Provides instructions for selecting a location and securely mounting the control box near the coding unit.

Initial Setup

Details the steps for preparing and installing the text holder and hotroll as part of the initial printer setup.

Operation

Powering Up

Explains the procedure for safely powering on the printer, including initial checks and heating requirements.

Printer Mode

Describes the different operating modes of the printer, including Stop mode and Run mode.

Parameter; Message Screens

Details how to navigate and adjust various operational parameters like delay, temperature, and time.

User Settings

Provides tables to record user-configured printer parameters and environment information for reference.

Troubleshooting

Error 001

Explains Error 001, typically related to incorrect print temperature detection, and its possible causes.

Error 002

Addresses Error 002, indicating issues with the temperature sensor circuit or the PT1000 sensor.

Error 003

Describes Error 003, which occurs during system boot and relates to temperature sensor faults.

Error 004

Explains Error 004, triggered when the temperature alarm setting is exceeded.

Error 016

Details Error 016, indicating a failure in the temperature change detection algorithm or heating circuit.

LCD Screen is Not Lit

Provides troubleshooting steps for a blank LCD screen, including checking fuses.

Maintenance

Quick and Regular Checks

Outlines routine checks for print quality, hotroll rotation, printer condition, and cabling.

Monthly Maintenance

Describes monthly maintenance tasks focusing on print quality, printhead movement, and adjustments.

Yearly Maintenance

Details annual maintenance procedures, including cleaning and comprehensive system checks.

Dismantling & Disposal

Dismantling

Provides a step-by-step guide for safely dismantling the printer components.

Disposal

Outlines the correct disposal methods and waste separation guidelines for the printer and its parts.

Appendix A Specifications

Control Box HQC-D Specifications

Presents detailed technical specifications including weight, dimensions, and power consumption for the control box.

Coding Unit HQC-D Specifications

Lists technical specifications for the coding unit, covering dimensions, print area, rate, and power.

Appendix B Dimensions

Control Box HQC-D Dimensions

Displays detailed dimensional drawings for the control box, showing all key measurements.

Coding Unit HQC-D Dimensions

Provides dimension drawings for the coding unit, illustrating its physical size and key features.

Bracket Coding Unit HQC-D Dimensions

Shows dimension drawings for the mounting bracket assembly used with the coding unit.

Appendix C Part lists & illustrations

Control Box HQC-D Part List

Lists all part numbers and descriptions for the control box assembly with line numbers.

Coding Unit HQC-D Part List

Provides a comprehensive list of part numbers and descriptions for the coding unit assembly.

Appendix D Connections

Control Box Connectors

Identifies and describes the various connectors on the control box, including their function and type.

Fuses

Details the fuse types and ratings for both 115VAC and 230VAC operation of the control box.

Power-I;O Board

Shows the layout and components of the power-I/O board, including fuse locations and DIP switches.

CPU Board

Illustrates the layout and components of the CPU board, essential for the printer's processing functions.

Electrical Diagram, Control Box HQC-D

Presents the internal wiring diagram for the control box, showing component interconnections and signal flow.

Electrical Diagram, Control Box I;O

Provides a detailed schematic of the control box I/O signals and their connections to the host and coding unit.

Trigger Settings

Explains how to configure trigger input settings using DIP switches on the power-I/O board.

I;O Signals

Describes the input (Trigger, Inhibit) and output (Busy, Alarm, Power-on) signals of the printer system.

Appendix E EC Declarations of conformity

EC Declaration of Conformity

Official statement confirming the product's compliance with relevant European directives and standards.

Appendix F Quick reference

HQC-D Menu Structure and Indicators

Visual guide to the printer's menu navigation, parameters, and status indicators for quick operation.

Kortho Hot Quick Coder-D Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyThermal Transfer
Resolution300 dpi
Ribbon Length600 m
Operating ModeIntermittent and Continuous
ConnectivityEthernet

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