MIMAKI UJF-3042 MkII - Washing the Ink Discharge Passage; When the Machine Is Not Used for a Long Time

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Chapter 4 Maintenance
Cleaning the Ink Head
and the Area around It
Because the ink head employs a very precise
mechanism, due care needs to be taken when it is
cleaned.
Using a cleaning swab, etc., rub off gelatinous ink or dust
that may stick to the lower part of the slider and the area
around the ink head.In doing so, never rub the nozzles of
the head.
1
Press the
(MENU)
in LOCAL.
2
Press to select “ MAINTENANCE ”,
and press the key.
• MAINTENANCE MENU will be displayed.
3
Press the key.
• “CARRIAGE OUT” will be selected.
4
Press , and press the key.
• Carriage will move to the left end of this machine.
5
Open the maintenance cover.
6
Wipe ink sticking to the side of the head off
with a cleaning swab.
• Wipe off the ink sticking to the side of the head
with a cleaning swab dipped in maintenance
solution for maintenance.
• Never rub the nozzles.
7
Press the key after the cleaning.
8
Close the maintenance cover, and press
the key.
• After its initial operation, the machine returns to
LOCAL.
Tools required for cleaning
• UJ Cleaning swab (SPC-
0386)
•Gloves
• Goggles • Washing Liquid
• Be sure to wear the attached goggles and gloves
when cleaning the area around the ink
head.Otherwise, you may get ink in your eyes.
• The ink contains organic solvent.If you get the ink
on your skin or in your eyes, wash it away with
plenty of water immediately.
Maintenance cover
Clean the side surface of the head
(shown in deep gray) with a cleaning
The nozzle part (Never touch
it.)