MIMAKI JV33 Series User Manual

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Inkjet Printer JV33 Series
Requests for Daily Care and Maintenance
Inkjet printer is a precision machine equipped with extremely fine mechanisms. Especially, the nozzle surface of the
heads from which the ink is discharged is affected even by a slightest attachment of dust or paper powder and the
proper drawing results could not be obtained. With a view to using this inkjet printer in a better condition, we would
like to recommend performing the following care and maintenance on daily basis.
 Use this printer as much as possible in a dust-free environment. Fans and air-blowers could cause the dust-
spewing.
 When solvent inks are to be used, install the printer in a well-ventilated space.
 The using environment of this printer is from 20 to 35
o
C in temperature and from 35 to 65 % in relative
humidity. Avoid the use of this printer at a temperature and humidity higher or lower than the indicated
ranges.
CAUTION
When JV33 printer is used filling solvent ink, make sure to wear the attached goggles and gloves.
The solvent ink, if mixed with water or alcohol, generates condensed substances. Pay attention not to
deposit water or alcohol to the nozzle surface, surrounding area of the heads, caps and wipers.
To secure the stability of the ink discharge, when the printer is not used (output) for an extended
period of time, it could become necessary to discharge periodically a small amount of ink (flushing),
depending on the kinds of the ink.
When not using for an extended period of time, execute the [CUSTODY WASH] function of this equip-
ment, ("In case of no use for long term" P.4-16 of Operation Manual) and put off the power switch on
the front, only. Leave the main power switch at the side of the equipment on and keep the cable
socket inserted into the plug.
Never disassemble this equipment. It could cause electrical shock, fire and breakage.
Keep away the moisture from the inside of this equipment. If the inside is moistened, it could cause
electrical shock, fire and breakage.
Perform the maintenance and care after switching off the power and taking off the power cable. Other-
wise, it could cause unexpected accidents.
Avoid using benzene, thinner, and chemicals containing abrasive compounds. The surface of the
cover could be degenerated or deformed.
Do not supply lubricant oil etc. to the inside this equipment.
It could cause the break of the printing mechanisms.
1. Installation environment

MIMAKI JV33 Series Specifications

General

Print Technology	Piezo inkjet
Ink Type	Solvent ink
Print Head	On-demand piezo head
Resolution	1440 dpi
Print Speed	Up to 17.5 m²/h
Ink Colors	CMYK
Media Thickness	1 mm
Media Handling	Roll media
Interface	USB 2.0
Maximum Print Width	1, 610 mm (63.4")

Summary

Installation Environment

Daily Care and Maintenance

Tools Required for Maintenance

Lists necessary tools for printer maintenance.

Surroundings of the Heads

Details cleaning the sensitive areas around the printer heads.

Capping Station Cleaning

Explains how to clean the capping station to prevent ink buildup.

Wiper Maintenance

Describes the process for cleaning or replacing the printer wiper.

Media Press Cleaning

Discusses cleaning dust accumulation on the media press mechanism.

Media Sensor Cleaning

Details cleaning the media sensors to ensure accurate media detection.

Platen Cleaning

Advises on cleaning the platen where dust and ink can accumulate.

Exterior Surface Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the external surfaces of the printer unit.

Waste Ink Tank Management

Guidance on checking and managing the waste ink tank status.

Storing of Media and Cartridges

Examples of Defective Drawing

Recovery Methods for Defective Nozzle Discharge

Daily Maintenance and Care

Performing basic cleaning as a first step in recovery.

Perform Head Cleaning (Normal)

Standard procedure for cleaning the print head to resolve issues.

Perform Head Cleaning (Hard)

Advanced head cleaning for persistent nozzle problems.

Cleaning Head Nozzles

Specific nozzle cleaning with a defined dwell time for cleaning liquid.

Repeat Head Nozzle Cleaning

Repeating nozzle cleaning with an extended dwell time.

Cleaning Ink Discharging Route

Cleaning the ink flow path to clear blockages.

Ink Filling Procedure

Refilling ink lines to restore proper ink flow.

Printer Storage for Extended Periods

Supplies Information