MIMAKI JF-1631 Specifications

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ixFor safe operationPictorial signsPictorial signs are used in this Operation Manual for safe operation of and in prevention of damages to thedevice.

Replacing water in water heater tank4-3214Press the key.15Press the key twice to finish.Replacing when the power is turned OFF1Make sure that the

4-334Daily MaintenanceReplacing exhaust blower Using exhaust blower, the heat generated at the time of making drawings is exhausted.The ink mist sucke

Replacing exhaust blower4-345Remove the connecting cable of the exhaust blower from the clamps.6Remove the exhaust blower.• Remove the screws (2 piece

4-354Daily MaintenanceSetting the UV lamp OFF duration1Select the “UV LAMP MODE” of the maintenance menu.(1) Press the key in the local mode.(2) Sel

4-36Cleaning of UV lamp filterTo use for a long time, clean the UV lamp filter periodically (once around two weeks).1Put out the UV lamps and switch O

Cleaning of UV lamp filter4-374Daily Maintenance4Remove the filter holder.5Remove the mesh filter.• The mesh filter is under the UV lamp connectorcove

4-38Replacing UV lamp The UV lamp is a consumable parts.This units counts the duration of irradiation with the UV lamp to notify the replacing timing.

4-39Replacing UV lamp4Daily Maintenance4Pull out the exhaust blower Assy upward.• After removing the finger screws on the top part ofthe exhaust blowe

Replacing UV lamp4-40Resetting UV lamp irradiation durationAfter replacing the UV lamp, reset the irradiation duration stored in this unit.1Select the

4-414Daily MaintenanceChecking UV ink curing levelAs the UV lamp is deteriorated, the ink curing level may be lowered.Check the UV ink curing level an

xFor safe operationWARNING• Be sure to setup the appropriate air-moving system in case of using the device in a closed room or aroom with bad ventilat

Checking UV ink curing level4-4211Press the key.• Test drawing starts.12Check the drawing pattern after completion of the drawing.• If the UV light

4-434Daily MaintenanceChecking method of UV illumination intensityUV lamp is a consumable. The more the irradiation time increases, the more the amoun

4-44Check the UV illumination intensity 1Mount the sensor part of the illumination meter on the illumination meter bracket.(1) Turn over the illuminat

4-45Checking method of UV illumination intensity4Daily Maintenance3Mount the illumination meter bracket on the device.(1) Place the illumination meter

Checking method of UV illumination intensity4-466Remove the illumination meter bracket from the device.7Check the measured value.• For the reference v

This chapter describes the actions to be taken when the plotterdevelops any trouble or displays an error message.Before taking a phenomenon as a troub

5-2Before taking a phenomenon as a troubleIf something is wrong with the device, the buzzer sounds and a corresponding error message is given on the L

Before taking a phenomenon as a trouble5-35In Case of TroubleIf image quality declinesCorrective measures against troubles in the case where satisfact

5-4Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCDIf something is wrong with the device, the buzzer sounds and a corresponding error message is

5-5Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD5In Case of TroubleError messageError messages indicates error numbers.If any error message i

xiNever do the followingWARNINGDo not disassemble or remodel the device Handling of ink cartridges• Never disassemble or remodel the mainunit of the p

5-6Error message Cause Corrective measureThe X motor has been overload.• Turn off the power to the device anturn it on after a while. • If the same er

5-7Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD5In Case of TroubleError message Cause Corrective measureThe time for cleaning the capping ha

Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD5-8Error message Cause Corrective measureCertain ink is not filled.• Execute ink filling. ( P.2

Tables of specifications and functions of this unit are described.Specifications ... 6-2Basic uni

6-2SpecificationsBasic unit specificationsItem JF-1631 JF-1610Drawing headMethodOn demand piezo-headSpecification8-headsResolution300 x 300 dpi, 600 x

Specifications6-36AppendixSpecifications for inkAs for the detail, ask the dealer or our branch.Item Parts No./ SpecificationFeatureExclusive UV ink c

6-4Position of the warning labelThis device is adhered with the warning label. Be sure to fully understand the warning given on the labels.In the case

Position of the warning label6-56AppendixNo.Reorder No.Lavel No.Reorder No.Lavel1M9033302M9037633M9037474M9041315M9041486M9037647LHCM-028PEC-029M90413

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6-76AppendixFunction Flowchart<LOCAL>2.5mmTEST DRAWNOZ Z L E CHK <ENT >** TEST DRAW **TEST DRAWHARDEN CHK <ENT >TEST key<LOCAL>

xiiFor safe operationWARNINGPower supply and voltage• This unit contains parts applied highvoltage.Carrying out electrical work bythose unauthorized f

6-8To be followed To be followed<LOCAL>2.5mmFUNCT I ONVIEW <ENT>FUNCT I ONHEAD HE I GHT <ENT >VIEWSTART <en t >HEAD HE I GHTME

6-9Function Flowchart6AppendixMOV I NG NOWPLEASE WA I TMEDIA THICKNESS2.5 mmTH I CKNESS CHECKMOV I NG NOWTH I CKNESS CHECK3.0mm :entHEAD GAP2.5 mmORIG

6-10Followed FollowedTo be followed To be followedSET UPREFRESH < e n t >SET UPINK LAYERS <ent>SET UPUV LEVEL <en t >SET UPPR I OR I

6-11Function Flowchart6Appendix1 to 9HIGH , STANDRD , LOW,NONE , NOPRINTHOST , PLOT HOST , PLOTMM , INCHSET UPINK LAYERS : 1SET UPUV LEVEL : H I GHSET

6-12Followed FollowedTo be followed To be followedMA I NT ENANCEINT.WIPING <ent>MA I NT ENANCEWH I T E M A N T < e n t >MA I NT ENANCEPRN

6-13Function Flowchart6AppendixINT.WIPINGPR I NT COUNT = 1 0OFF , 1 to 100PRN . a d j u s tPR I NT START : e n tPRN . a d j u s tMOD E : n o r ma lPRN

6-14Followed FollowedTo be followed To be followedMA I NT ENANCESP . REFRESH <e n t >MA I NT ENANCEUV LAMP < e n t >MA I NT ENANCEWA T E R

6-15Function Flowchart6AppendixSPEC I AL REFRESHHEAD [ ______W_]L AMP T I MERCHANNEL : CH1L AMP T I MERINITIALIZE OK? :entHIGH , NORMAL , LOWCH1 / CH2

6-16Followed FollowedMA I NT ENANCEINFOMATION <ent>MA I NT ENANCELIST <ent>MA I NT ENANCEWA I T C A P < e n t >FUNCT I ONUV LAMP OFF

Function Flowchart6-176AppendixMA I NT ENANCEVERS I ON <en t >MA I NT ENANCEMA I N V e r 1 . 0 0MA I NT ENANCESEL I AL No . <e n t >MA I N

xiiiPrecautions for useWARNINGHandling the Anti-freezing liquid• Use the exclusive Anti-freezing liquid byMimaki ,or the heater may be damaged.• If th

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xivFor safe operationCAUTIONInk cartridges• If the ink cartridge is moved from a coldplace to a warm place, leave it in the roomtemperature for three

xvCAUTIONAbout cleaning About firing and smoking• After using the unit long time, foreignmaterials and dust may be gathered on theconductive and insul

xviFor safe operationNotices for installationCAUTIONA place exposed to direct sunlightA place that is not horizontal A place in which temperature and

xviiHow to Read This Operation ManualThis manual provides the explanation about the displayed characters and used keys on the “Display Panel”in addit

This chapter describes the parts name and setting proceduresbefore use.Installing the device ... 1-2Where t

iCAUTION ... vCAUTION ...

1-2Installing the deviceWhere to install the deviceSecure sufficient space for installation before assembling this unit.Decide the place considering t

1-31Before UseConfiguration and FunctionFront SideRear SideIndicatorIndicating a state of the machine.（ P. 1- 9）Ink stationInsert ink cartridges here.

1-4Operation Panel (JF-1631)The operation panel is used for setting of drawing method and each operation.Function of Jog KeysA function of the Jog key

1-5Configuration and Function1Before UseOperation Panel (JF-1610)DisplayDisplaying state of the unit, setting items, errors, and so on.VACUUM Lamp (

1-6Carriage A print head for drawing, a UV irradiation appliance, and a light pointer in the print head cover are mounted on the carriage. Depending o

Configuration and Function1-71Before UseEMERGENCY SWITCHOne EMERGENCY switch is placed on the front face of the unit and 2 are placed on each of the b

1-8Connecting the cablesConnecting the USB2.0 interface cable Connect a computer to this machine with the USB2.0 interface cable.Connecting the power

1-91Before UseUV irradiation device and IndicatorUV irradiation deviceThe UV lamp is set to OFF automatically, if no drawing is conducted for 30 minut

1-10Setting of ink cartridgeUse ink cartridge inserting it into the ink station.Kinds of ink that can be usedEach color is displayed on the LCD as fo

Setting of ink cartridge1-111Before UsePrecautions in handling ink cartridgeHandling of white inkWhite ink is easier precipitate than other inks, so t

iiCHAPTER 2 Basic OperationsHow to use the opening/closing door ... 2-2Operation flow ...

1-12About MediaThe sizes of media that can be used and the method of handling are described here.The sizes of media that can be usedPrecautions in han

1-131Before UseMenu modeThis device has three modes. Each mode is described below.Local ModeLocal mode is a mode in drawing preparation state.All keys

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The procedure from preparation of ink and media to the executionof drawing, and setting methods are explained.How to use the opening/closing door ...

2-2How to use the opening/closing doorClose the door while performing the drawing to avoid the bad effect to be caused by UV lamp.When setting the med

2-32Basic OperationsOperation flow1Turning the power ON2Setting the media3Test drawing4Execution of head cleaning5Drawing an image from source data6Tu

2-4Turning the power ON1Press the power button• Press the power button n the left side of theoperation panel to light.• When the main power switch is

2-52Basic OperationsSetting the mediaSetting the media on JF-16101Switch over the suction valve at the front of the table adjusting with the size of t

2-6Setting the media on JF-16311Switch over the suction valve at the front of the table adjusting with the size of the media to be set.• The valve is

2-7Setting the media2Basic OperationsOn the absorption areaThe absorption area of JF-1631 is shown in the following figure. Pressing or key, set t

iiiOther useful settings ...3-17Initializing set contents ...3-18

Setting the media2-8Using of Roll SheetSet the roll sheet on the roll sheet hunger on the back face of this device.

2-92Basic OperationsTest drawingMake test drawing to check whether there is nozzle clogging or other drawing failures (such as wearing or missing).Exe

2-10Execution of head cleaningWhen a correct pattern is not obtained in the test drawing, perform the head-cleaning. As for the head cleaning, the fo

Execution of head cleaning2-112Basic OperationsWhen cleaning with “Wiping”1Press the key in the localmode.2Select wiping with or keys and press

2-12Drawing an image from source dataStarting the drawing operation1Set the media（ P. 2 - 5 ）(1) Open/Close the suction valve adjusting to the media s

2-13Drawing an image from source data2Basic OperationsInterruption of drawingTo interrupt the drawing, stop the drawing operation and erase the receiv

Drawing an image from source data2-145Set the moving position by pressing the or keys.• If you press key, the Y-bar will move to the back of the

2-152Basic OperationsTurning the power OFFTo turn off, check first whether or not there is data received and there remains data that has not yet been

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This chapter describes the setting procedures of each functions,and how to operate the plotter usefully.Changing origin...

ivChecking UV ink curing level ... 4-41Adjusting UV light level ... 4-42Checking

3-2Changing origin The default origin position can be changed.There are following 2 changing methods.Changing origin with JOG keys1Press the keys in

Changing origin3-33Useful FunctionChanging origin with FUNCTION menuTo precisely set the origin of coordinates, set its X- and Y- coordinates from the

3-4Registering the thickness of the mediaRegister the thickness of loading media.There are two ways to register the thickness, one is to register manu

Registering the thickness of the media3-53Useful FunctionMeasuring the thickness of the media automatically1Press the key in the localmode.2Select t

3-6Adjusting head gapThe value of gap between the head and the media is adjusted.There are 2 setting methods, namely a method of selecting with keys a

Adjusting head gap3-73Useful FunctionRegistering Head gap valueInputting the value of gap between the head and the media The registered value is refle

3-8Turing the UV lamp offThe UV lamp is turned off automatically in 30 minutes after finishing the drawing (default).If turning off of the UV lamp imm

3-93Useful FunctionOther useful functionsData clearErase the data not required for this device with the following operation.1Press the key in the lo

3-10Each settingSetting the print methodSettings on printing1Press the key in the local mode.2Select the [SET UP] by pressing the or key.v3Press

3-11Each setting3Useful FunctionItem Value OutlineQUALITYSTANDARD Standard drawing qualityFINE High quality drawing (drawing speed is slower)FAST High

vCAUTIONCAUTIONDISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY:THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OF MIMAKI SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND IS INLIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,

3-12Setting the light intensity of the UV lampThe light intensity of the UV lamp may be set in 3 stages.This setting is made when the media vulnerable

3-13Each setting3Useful FunctionSetting of priorityPriority of setting of this device or that of the computer on the following items respectively is s

3-14Changing language display on the screenDisplay language can be selected between Japanese and English.1Press the key in the local mode.2Select th

3-15Each setting3Useful FunctionOutput the setting listKeep the list for customer’s record or send it by the fax at inquiry on the maintenance.1Set a

3-16Displaying machine information of this device1Press the key in the local mode.2Select the [MAINTENANCE] by pressing the or key.3Press the

3-17Each setting3Useful FunctionOther useful settingsChange settings according to need.1Press the key in the local mode.2Select the [SET UP] by pres

Each setting3-18Initializing set contents1Press the key in the local mode.2Select the [SET UP] by pressing the or key.3Press the key.4Select th

3-193Useful FunctionFor setting media correctlyGuide holes for inserting commercial screws are placed on each end (3 sides) of the table.• Fix a guide

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Items required for using this unit conveniently, such as an inkreplacing method or a cleaning manner, are described.Routine maintenance...

viCAUTIONLASER SAFETYThis Model is certified as a Class II laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human ServicesRadiation Performance s

4-2Routine maintenanceBe sure to conduct maintenance works for the device depending on operation frequency or periodically so as to use the device for

Routine maintenance4-34Daily MaintenanceMaintenance of frame componentIf the frame components of the device have stained, dampen a poece of soft cloth

4-4Ink cartridgeReplacing with a new ink cartridgeReplacing of ink cartridges is required in the following cases.Replacement of ink cartridgesPerform

Ink cartridge4-54Daily MaintenanceInk cartridge troubleWhen an ink cartridge trouble is detected, a warning message appears and printing, cleaning and

4-6Cleaning flushing BOXReplacing waste ink absorption material in the flushing BOX.Cleaning the flushing BOX1Turn on the power.2Remove the cover on t

Cleaning flushing BOX4-74Daily Maintenance5eplace the absorption material inside the flushing BOX.6Replace the absorption material inside the flushing

4-8Avoiding dripping of ink droplet at printingCleaning of the head guard plateInk droplets caused by drawing may appear on a head guard plate on a bo

Avoiding dripping of ink droplet at printing4-94Daily Maintenance7Press the key.8Press the key.9Press the key.• The carriage will automatically

4-10When the waste ink is pooled upWaste ink used for cleaning the heads will gather in the waste ink tank.When the tank is filled with waste ink, the

When the waste ink is pooled up4-114Daily MaintenanceDisposing of the ink in the wiper tank1Open the waste ink box cover.(1) Remove the screws fixing

viiForewordCongratulations on your purchase of a MIMAKI "JF-1631/1610" model of UV ink jet printer.UV Inkjet Printer JF-1631/1610 uses ultra

4-12Replacing the filter of the cooling fan Replace the filter of the cooling fan periodically. (Once around a month)1Press power supply button to swi

Replacing the filter of the cooling fan4-134Daily Maintenance5Remove screws (4 pieces) of the filter Assy.6Replace the filtering element.• Prepare the

4-14Cleaning nozzle face automaticallyWhen predetermined times of printing is completed, nozzle face of the head is cleaned automatically to remove in

4-154Daily MaintenanceWhen media thickness is changedAdjust the ink drop position in drawing by the following operations so as to obtain proper drawin

When media thickness is changed4-167Check the position where the drawn pattern is in one straight line.• In the case of the figure in the right, you w

4-174Daily MaintenanceChanging the ink setThe standard ink set of this machine consists of 4 colors (Magenta, Cyan, Yellow, Black) and is changeable t

4-18Changing the ink setInk set changing procedures are described below.Example) : When “4 colors ink set” is changed to “6 colors ink set”,1Select th

Changing the ink set4-194Daily Maintenance8Set the ink color cartridge indicated on the display when the display shown on the right is indicated.9Pres

4-20In case defective printing is not resolvedWhen the image quality is not improved after repeated head cleanings, perform the filling of the ink.Fil

In case defective printing is not resolved4-214Daily Maintenance9Press the key.• Filling of the ink will start.• When the ink filling is completed,

viiiFeaturesCharacteristics of this unit are introduced here. We hope this information helps your understanding ondrawing with this unit together with

4-22Regular maintenance for white inkWhite ink is easier precipitate than other inks.• In case without printing more than two weeks, white ink may cau

Regular maintenance for white ink4-234Daily Maintenance5When a screen shown in the right is displayed,Return the white cartridge to the ink station.•

4-24Head maintenance functionWith the use of the head maintenance function, when the power supply is put ON, the head cleaning and wiping will be perf

4-254Daily MaintenanceSpecial refreshSet the head frequently to refresh by the following operations when refreshing is required frequently due to draw

4-26Cleaning of wiper and capA cap prevents a nozzle from clogging caused by drying.A wiper sweep ink stuck to a nozzle of the head.The wiper or the c

4-27Cleaning of wiper and cap4Daily Maintenance6Remove ink stuck to the wiper and the bracket with the exclusive cleaning swab soaked in the cleaning

Cleaning of wiper and cap4-2812Attach the suction nozzle Assy pressing it firmly under the suction nozzle.• The wiper M will stick out by around 0.5 m

4-294Daily MaintenanceReplacing water in water heater tankIn order to keep the ink at an appropriate temperature, operate the water heating system. Su

4-30Replacement method of antifreeze liquid waterThere are following two methods for changing the antifreeze liquid mixed water:Replacing using water

4-31Replacing water in water heater tank4Daily Maintenance6Lift the water heating system and engage the hanger with the hook.7Remove the hot water tan