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Wolke m600
touch
Operator Manual
P/N WLK462324-01
Revision: AB, March 2013

Table of Contents

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Summary

Compliance Information

For Customers in the U.S.A.

Describes the equipment's compliance with USA safety and emissions standards.

For Customers in Canada

Details the printer's compliance with Canadian emissions and safety standards.

For Customers in the European Union

Outlines compliance with EU directives for EMC and Low Voltage.

Support and Training

Contact Information

Provides contact details for technical assistance and inquiries.

Customer Training

Information regarding recommended customer training courses.

Fluids

Information on ordering specific printer ink fluids.

Introduction

Wolke m600 touch Printer

Overview of the thermal ink jet printer technology.

Equipment Description

Identifies and describes the main components of the printer.

About the Manual

Explains the purpose and scope of the operator manual.

Related Publications

Lists other relevant documentation for reference.

Language Codes

Provides codes for identifying different language versions of manuals.

Safety

Introduction

Introduces the safety guidelines covered in the chapter.

Equipment Safety Guidelines

General safety rules for operating and handling the printer.

Placement of the Printer

Guidelines for safe and appropriate printer positioning.

Printhead Installation Guidelines

Safety precautions during the installation of printheads.

Ink Safety Guidelines

Safety rules for handling printer inks and cleaning solutions.

Safety Warnings for Wolke m600 touch Printers

Specific safety warnings relevant to the Wolke m600 touch.

Grounding and Bonding

Electrical safety procedures for static discharge prevention.

Electrical Power

Safety considerations for the printer's electrical power supply.

Communications

Safety measures for connecting communication cables.

Other Important Guidelines

General safety recommendations and precautions.

Medical Emergencies

Procedures to follow in case of medical emergencies.

Emergencies Involving Printer Ink

Actions to take during incidents involving printer ink.

Installation

Integral Parts and Accessories

Lists all parts and accessories included with the printer.

Main Parts and Accessories

Details key components like the controller and printheads.

Controller

Description of the CLARiTY® operator interface.

Printheads

Information on different types of printheads available.

Connector Cables

Details regarding the cables connecting printheads to the controller.

Head Plates

Describes the different versions of head plates for printheads.

Ink Cartridge

Information about the available ink cartridge types.

Product Sensor

Details about the product sensor and its function.

Optical Fibre

Description of the optical fibre used for sensor connection.

Accessories

Lists optional accessories available for the printer.

Protective Caps for Cartridges

Describes the function of protective caps for cartridges.

Mounting System for Single Head mounting

Details on mounting systems for single printhead configurations.

Adjusting Unit for Multi-head mounting

Information on adjusting units for multi-head printhead setups.

Adapter Plate and Spacer Plate

Describes adapter and spacer plates for sensor mounting.

Parallelogram and Locating Wheel

Components for optimizing print distance and product position.

Shaft Encoder (Optional)

Details on the optional shaft encoder for speed measurement.

Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge

Step-by-step guide for installing printheads and ink cartridges.

Special Version Printheads for Printing Different Types of Print Material

Describes different printhead types for various print materials.

Positioning of Printhead

Guidance on optimal placement and positioning of printheads.

Printhead Arrangement

Diagrams illustrating various printhead configurations.

Installing the Printheads

Procedures for the physical installation of the printheads.

Selection of a Suitable Installation Position

Criteria for choosing the correct location for printhead installation.

Photoelectric Cell

Description and function of the photoelectric cell.

How to install the Photoelectric Cell

Step-by-step instructions for installing the photoelectric cell.

Settings of photoelectric cell

How to adjust the sensitivity and settings of the photoelectric cell.

How to detect a Measuring Object

Procedure for detecting measuring objects with the sensor.

Installation of the External Shaft Encoder

Instructions for installing the external shaft encoder.

Installation of the Mounting System (Optional)

Details on installing optional mounting systems for printheads.

Installation of the Parallelogram (Optional)

Instructions for installing the optional parallelogram unit.

Mounting of Controller

Guidance on how to mount the CLARiTY® controller unit.

How to Connect the Printer Components

Steps to connect all printer components together.

CLARiTY Operating System

Getting started with the CLARiTY

Introduction to the CLARiTY® operating system interface.

Using the Home Page

Navigating and understanding the printer's home screen.

Using the Tools Page

Accessing various tools and functions via the Tools page.

Working with Setup Page

Configuring printer settings through the Setup page.

Printhead Setting

Adjusting specific parameters for the printheads.

Consumables

Managing and monitoring printer consumables like ink.

Working with the Control Setup Page

Accessing control settings such as date, time, and language.

Working with Diagnostics

Utilizing diagnostic tools for troubleshooting printer issues.

Working with Printhead Diagnostics

Diagnosing specific problems related to the printheads.

Inputs

Understanding and configuring printer input signals.

Encoder

Diagnostics and settings related to the encoder system.

Line Select

Configuration for assigning jobs to specific production lines.

Outputs

Monitoring and controlling the printer's physical outputs.

Working with Printhead Timings

Analyzing operational timing for printhead functions.

Working with Consumables Diagnostics

Checking the status and parameters of ink cartridges.

Working with Control Diagnostics

Diagnosing system control parameters and software versions.

Working with Database

Managing and accessing the printer's job databases.

Password Protection

Setting up and managing user access levels via passwords.

Commissioning

How to Insert the Cartridge into the Printhead

Step-by-step guide for installing an ink cartridge.

How to Turn ON the Printer

Procedures for powering up the printer and controller.

How to Set the Screen Orientation

Adjusting the display orientation of the CLARiTY® controller.

Setting up the Printer

Initial configuration of the printer using the system wizard.

Printhead Settings

Configuring parameters such as number of printheads and grouping.

How to Start the Printer

Steps to initiate the printing process after setup.

How to Monitor the System

Monitoring printer status, activity, and screensaver function.

How to Stop the Printer

Procedures for safely stopping printer operations.

How to Select and Print the Test Job

Selecting and printing a test job to verify print quality.

How to Setup the Printhead Settings

Directly adjusting printhead configuration parameters.

How to Adjust Print Registration

Fine-tuning the print position for accuracy.

How to Purge Printhead

Purging printhead nozzles to maintain ink flow.

How to Adjust Print Resolution

Setting print density (DPI) to optimize image quality.

How to Change Product Direction

Configuring the direction of product movement relative to printhead.

How to Change Product Orientation

Setting the orientation of the printed image on the product.

How to Enable;Disable the Printheads

Managing the activation status of individual printheads.

How to Configure the Job Settings

Setting up print jobs, images, and associated parameters.

How to Set the System Settings

Manually configuring various system parameters.

Printer Operation

Viewing the Current Job or Image

Checking the currently selected print job before production.

How to Download a Job File

Procedures for transferring print job files to the printer.

Download Job File from the Personal Computer to the Printer

Downloading jobs via a direct PC connection.

Download a Job from the PC to USB Memory Stick

Saving print jobs from a PC onto a USB memory stick.

Connecting the USB Database

Accessing and managing print jobs stored on USB devices.

Selecting a New Job

Choosing and loading a different print job.

User Editable Fields

Modifying variable data fields within a print job.

How to Change the Text and Date Fields

Editing text and date information for user editable fields.

Touch To Edit

Quickly updating user editable fields using the touch interface.

Quick Position Edit

Adjusting the position of fields within the print layout.

How to Delete a Job from the Jobs Database

Removing unwanted jobs from the printer's memory.

How to Set up Counters

Configuring counters for numbering or batch tracking.

Line Select Mode

Assigning specific jobs to different production lines.

Reverse Print

Enabling and configuring printing in both directions.

How to Replace the Ink Cartridge

Step-by-step guide for replacing the ink cartridge.

Production Audit Log

Reviewing logs of machine changes and user actions.

Maintenance

Information on Care

General instructions for cleaning and maintaining the printer.

Maintaining the Ink Cartridge

Procedures for maintaining the ink cartridges.

Storage of Ink Cartridges

Guidelines for proper storage of ink cartridges.

Cleaning the Ink Cartridges

Instructions on how to clean ink cartridges.

Maintaining the Power Supply

Procedures for maintaining the printer's power supply unit.

Replacing the Mains Fuse

Step-by-step guide for replacing the main fuse.

Recovering Nozzles;Purge Nozzles

Methods for restoring printhead nozzles and purging ink.

To purge the printheads when not in production

Purging printheads after periods of inactivity.

Maintaining The Printer

Schedule for routine printer inspections and maintenance.

Spare Parts List

List of available spare parts for the printer.

Cables

Information on the types and specifications of available cables.

Accessories

List of compatible accessories for the printer.

Troubleshooting

Fault Messages and Warnings

Understanding and responding to system faults and warnings.

Printing Faults

Common issues and solutions related to the printing process.

Job Faults

Troubleshooting problems encountered with print jobs.

Purging Faults

Diagnosing issues related to nozzle purging operations.

Cartridge Faults

Identifying and resolving errors related to ink cartridges.

Line Selection Faults

Troubleshooting problems with the line selection feature.

CLARiTY Error messages

Interpreting and resolving specific CLARiTY® error codes.

Other Error Messages

Addressing miscellaneous error messages not covered elsewhere.

Alarms

Handling and acknowledging system alarms.

Diagnostics

Accessing diagnostic screens for system analysis.

Specifications

Technical Drawings

Dimensional drawings of printer components.

Printhead, Blue

Dimensions and specifications for the blue printhead.

Printhead, Red

Dimensions and specifications for the red printhead.

Printhead, Green

Dimensions and specifications for the green printhead.

Printhead, Gold

Dimensions and specifications for the gold printhead.

Sensor

Dimensions of the product sensor.

Sensor with Installation Mount

Dimensions of the sensor with its installation mount.

Adapter Plate for Sensor

Dimensions of the adapter plate for sensor mounting.

Spacer Plate for Sensor, for use with a Locating Wheel

Dimensions of the spacer plate for locating wheel use.

CLARiTY Controller

Dimensions of the CLARiTY® controller unit.

Parallelogram

Dimensions of the parallelogram mounting component.

Technical Specifications

Technical data for printheads and controller components.

System Specifications

Overview of the printer's system features and capabilities.

Networking and External Communications

Details on connectivity options and communication systems.

Terminals

Information on electrical terminals and connections.

Power Supply

Performance values and specifications for the power supply.

Plug-and-Socket Connector

Pin functions for the shaft encoder socket connection.

Technical Data - Shaft Encoder

Electrical specifications for the shaft encoder output signal.

Glossary

Job or Image

Definition of a job as the set of characters for printing.

Purging

Explanation of the process to remove dried ink from nozzles.

Line Select

Mode allowing multiple jobs to be held and selected for printing.

Reverse Print

Definition of printing in both directions of movement.

Refresh the Print Memory

How the printer's print memory is automatically updated.

wolke M600 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brandwolke
ModelM600
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

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