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ThermoTex Thermo-Ident 1 User Manual

ThermoTex Thermo-Ident 1
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ThermoTex Nagel GmbH
Schutterstr. 14, 77746 Schutterwald, GERMANY
Phone +49 781 9616-0, fax +49 781 9616-50
info@thermo-tex.de, www.thermo-tex.de
GBTHIDBA_V(2).DOC
Operating manual for
Thermo-Ident 1 and
Thermo-Ident 2
- Translated version of the original operating manual -

Table of Contents

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ThermoTex Thermo-Ident 1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandThermoTex
ModelThermo-Ident 1
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Description

General Description and Intended Use

Overview of the marking machine's purpose and capabilities, including textile marking and label application.

Machine Versions

Details the differences between the Thermo-Ident 1 (10mm tape) and Thermo-Ident 2 (15mm tape) models.

Layout

Visual identification of key components and parts of the Thermo-Ident marking machine.

Technical Data

Specifications of the Thermo-Ident marking machine, including electrical, dimensions, and weight.

Declaration of Conformity

Statement confirming compliance with relevant EC directives and applied standards.

Safety Advice

Warning Symbols

Explanation of warning symbols used in the manual and on the machine for hazard identification.

Dangerous Spots on the Machine

Identification of hazardous areas on the machine, such as hot surfaces or crushing risks.

Safety Devices

Details on built-in safety features like fuses and thermal protection.

Due Diligence by the Operator

Operator responsibilities for safe machine operation and maintenance.

Basic Safety Measures in Standard Operation

Essential safety precautions to follow during normal machine use.

Basic Safety Measures for Maintenance and Servicing

Safety guidelines to be followed before and during maintenance or repair activities.

General Advice

Transport

Guidelines for safely moving the machine, including cooling down and cable removal.

Unpacking the Machine

Steps and checks for unpacking the machine and verifying all components are present and undamaged.

Installation Advice

Recommendations for positioning and setting up the machine on a stable surface.

Start-up

Procedures for connecting cables, inserting ink ribbon, and initial power-on.

Properties of the Thermal Print Head

Important information and precautions for handling the sensitive thermal print head.

Materials and Parameters

Details on compatible marking tapes, ink ribbons, and recommended temperature/time settings.

General Operation

Principal Work Sequence

Step-by-step guide for printing and applying labels to textiles using the machine.

Inserting the Ink Ribbon Roll

Instructions for loading the ink ribbon roll correctly into the print unit.

Inserting the Marking Tape

Steps for installing the marking tape roll holder and feeding the tape.

Changing Between Temporary and Permanent Marking

How to switch between temporary and permanent label application modes.

Operation of the Control Unit

Operating Display

Explanation of the information shown on the machine's control display, including temperature and time.

Menus

Overview of the machine's menu structure and navigation for settings.

Quick Access Buttons

Functions of the F1, F2, F3, PLUS, and RESET buttons for direct setting changes.

Operating Modes

Description of the different machine operating modes: Keyboard, RS232, and Ethernet.

Entering Text

How to input text for printing using the keyboard or a connected PC.

Saving the Settings

How to save machine settings and current text data, both automatically and manually.

Description of Menu Points

Numbering

Configuration options for automatic label numbering (quantity or position).

Automatic Printing

Setting up continuous label printing, which continues until manually terminated.

Delete Text After Print

Option to automatically clear entered text after each print process.

Logo Print

Instructions on how to print custom logos on labels.

Label Type

Selecting between plain text, barcode, or combined barcode+text label formats.

Barcode Type

Choosing the specific barcode symbology: 2/5 Interleaved or Data Matrix.

Label Alignment

Setting text alignment (left, centered, right) on the printed label.

Label Length

Defining label length as fixed or automatic based on the text content.

Heat-Seal Temperature for Temporary Marking

Setting the heat-seal temperature for temporary labels.

Heat-Seal Temperature of the Permanent Marking

Setting the heat-seal temperature for permanent labels.

Operating Mode

Switching between Keyboard, RS232, and Ethernet operating modes.

Short Temporary Marking Heat-Seal Time

Setting the shorter heat-seal time for temporary marking on delicate fabrics.

Heating Energy

Adjusting print density by controlling the heating energy output of the print head.

Copy Logos

Procedure for transferring custom logos from a PC to the Thermo-Ident.

Gluing Teflon

Procedure for properly applying the self-adhesive Teflon film to the heating element.

Heat-Seal Removal

Function to remove permanent marking labels by softening the adhesive with heat.

Label Layout

Examples for Thermo-Ident 1

Demonstrations of various label formats, including plain text and barcodes, for Thermo-Ident 1.

Examples for Thermo-Ident 2

Demonstrations of various label formats, including plain text and barcodes, for Thermo-Ident 2.

Remote Control

Serial Interface

Configuration settings for controlling the machine via a serial connection.

Ethernet Connection

Configuration settings for controlling the machine via an Ethernet network connection.

Communication Sequence

Describes the sequence of status requests and responses between PC and Thermo-Ident.

PC Data Transfer → Thermo-Ident

Commands sent from a PC to control machine functions and initiate printing.

Data Transfer Thermo-Ident → PC

Acknowledgements and status codes sent from the Thermo-Ident back to the PC.

Error Messages

Assistance with Faults

Servicing (Maintenance)

Basic Safety Measures for Maintenance and Servicing

Essential safety rules to follow before and during maintenance activities.

Cleaning the Print Head

Procedure for cleaning the sensitive thermal print head to maintain print quality.

Teflon Film

Instructions for cleaning and replacing the Teflon film on the heating element.

Heat-Seal Rubber

Maintenance of the heat-seal rubber for optimal label pressing and longevity.

Air Filter

Information regarding the air filter and its automatic water separator function.

Maintenance Message

Explanation of the 'Perform maintenance!' message and required actions.

List of Spare Parts

Circuit Diagram

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