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Alpha 8 Cv1
Part # MAN-ALPHA8
$95.00 USD
Alpha 8
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Contents
1. Safety and Operational Guidelines 4
1.1 Management Responsibilities ..................................................................................................................5
1.2 Operator Responsibilities.........................................................................................................................6
2. General Information 7
2.1 Service and Parts.....................................................................................................................................8
2.2 Defined Purpose ......................................................................................................................................9
2.3 Warranty...................................................................................................................................................10
3. Specifications 11
4. Compressed Air Supply 12
5. Screen Placement Grid 13
6. Operation 14
6.1 Main Control Panel ..................................................................................................................................15
6.1.1 Operator Interface .......................................................................................................................17
6.2 Print Station..............................................................................................................................................30
6.2.1 Print Station Control Panel ..........................................................................................................30
6.2.2 Install Pallets and Screen Frames...............................................................................................32
6.2.3 Print Head Adjustments...............................................................................................................35
6.2.4 Accessory Sockets ......................................................................................................................38
7. Scheduled Maintenance 39
7.1 Scheduled Maintenance Log ...................................................................................................................51
8. Replacement Parts 52
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1. Safety and Operational Guidelines
DANGER
This symbol identifies situations that endanger people, property, and/or equipment. If such conditions
exist, the equipment must be shut down and all energy sources (electrical, gas, and pneumatic) must be
disconnected, purged, and locked out until the problem is resolved.
Never attempt to bypass or defeat any safety device. Do not attempt to operate the equipment if any safety
device is not functioning properly, or if any doubt exists about proper operation of safety devices.
The product described in this publication may operate at high speed and contain numerous moving parts.
It may employ natural gas or propane, mechanical or pneumatic forces, and/or hazardous voltages, and may
create other conditions that could, through misuse, abuse, unauthorized alteration or retrofitting, inattention, or
lack of understanding, result in injury, death, or damage to the product or to other equipment. In addition,
improper operation may also depreciate the value of the machine and other assets of the owner, and impair the
working efficiency of the machine.
Energy Sources
M&R equipment may use one of more of the following energy sources:
Compressed Air (Pneumatic Energy)
Electricity
Gas (Natural Gas or Propane)
Each form of energy presents its own unique hazards and requires appropriate precautions.
Danger From Compressed Air (Pneumatic Energy)
Only qualified personnel should be allowed to work on pneumatic components or assemblies. Before work is
started on pneumatic components or assemblies, equipment should be disconnected from the air supply and all
pneumatic lines should be purged to prevent accidental operation of pneumatic assemblies. All pneumatic pipes
and hoses should be checked frequently for damage and wear.
Danger From Electrical Energy
Only qualified personnel should have access to electrical enclosures or work on electrical systems, and
enclosures should be locked when not in use. Electrical equipment should be checked regularly.
WARNING
Failure to follow safety and maintenance procedures or to take appropriate corrected action when required can
result in severe or fatal personal injuries, property damage, and/or damage to the equipment.
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1.1 Management Responsibilities
1. Ensure that this equipment is used only for the purposes set forth in the "Defined Purpose" section of
this manual.
2. Ensure that all employees involved with the operation of this equipment or working near it read,
understand, and act in accordance with the operational and safety standards set forth in this manual,
including the Operator Responsibilities listed below.
3. Ensure that all recommended preventive maintenance is carried out according to M&R guidelines.
4. Should any problem arise which compromises the safe operation or normal functioning of this
equipment, ensure that the equipment is immediately shut down, sources of power to the equipment is
shut off and secured, and that personnel not trained to repair - and directly involved in repairing - the
equipment are removed from the immediate area and not allowed to return until the equipment has been
returned to a safe and fully-functional condition.
5. Provide, and compel use of, any personal protection devices that may be required for the safe operation
of this equipment.
6. Make no modification to equipment or equipment software without written approval from M&R.
7. Provide - and support with written documentation - necessary employee training to ensure safe
operation, including but not limited to instruction in:
a. the operation of this machine
b. the use of personal protection devices
c. preventive maintenance procedures
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1.2 Operator Responsibilities
Note: 'Operator Responsibilities' pertain to all employees who work on or near the equipment; this
includes, but is not limited to those who clean, maintain and repair the equipment as well as those who
operate it. In general, all those who work on or near the equipment have a duty to use reasonable and
ordinary care for their own safety when in the vicinity of the machine. Failure to use reasonable and
ordinary care subjects people and property to serious personal injury and/or death and to destruction of
personal and/or company property. M&R expressly disclaims any and all liability, whether in contract, tort
or by statute, for damages, whether in the nature of personal injury/death and/or property damage, and
whether direct, indirect, consequential or incidental, as a result of a failure to use reasonable and
ordinary care.
1. Ensure that this equipment is used only for the purposes set forth in the "Defined Purpose" section of
this manual.
2. Read, understand, and act in accordance with the safety and operational standards and guidelines set
forth in this manual.
3. Install and maintain the equipment and safety devices in accordance with this manual; this includes
checking the equipment and safety devices for external or visible damage at least once per shift, and
making sure all safety and danger notices are in place and in readable condition.
4. Make no modification to equipment or equipment software without written approval from M&R.
5. Ensure that all other employees working on or near this equipment are knowledgeable in its safe
operation, and closely supervise inexperienced employees; keep bystanders away from the equipment.
6. Make sure the area around the equipment is clear and free of obstructions, clean up spills immediately,
and remove ink and other contaminants at the end of each shift.
7. Ensure that any and all safety guards (including but not limited to safety bar, foot switch, yellow cycle
interruption cords, infrared safety beam, yellow floor mats, or hand switches) provided with this
equipment for the purpose of protecting personnel by automatically stopping the equipment are in place
- and are not removed, disabled or rendered ineffective during operation.
8. Wear any personal protection devices required for the safe operation of this equipment.
9. Avoid wearing anything that could become entangled in moving parts; for example, but not by way of
limitation, tie back, pin up, or cover long hair.
10. Do not attempt to operate this equipment if you are sick, fatigued, or under the influence of alcohol
and/or drugs including, but not limited to, prescriptions and over-the-counter medications that warn
against the operation of equipment.
11. Avoid standing on any part of the equipment not intended for that purpose.
12. Immediately shut down the equipment, disconnect and lock out all sources of power (electrical, gas,
and/or pneumatic); and purge all lines under pressure if the equipment fails to be fully operational or if
any safety device fails to operate properly, and ensure that the equipment stays offline until the safety
device is again operational.
13. Perform - and document - preventive maintenance at intervals described in the Operator's Manual.
14. Keep this Operator's Manual in clean, easily readable condition near the equipment at all times so it can
be quickly accessed by operators and maintenance personnel.
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2. General Information
This Document
This document is based on information available at the time of its publication. While every effort has been made
to be accurate, the information contained herein does not purport to cover all details or variations in hardware,
software, features, or specifications, or to provide for every possible contingency in connection with installation,
operation and maintenance. Features may be described herein which are not present in all models of this
product. M&R Printing Equipment, Inc. and its subsidiaries reserve the right to alter specifications in the
manufacture of their products, and they assume no obligation of notice to holders of this document with respect to
changes subsequently made.
M&R Printing Equipment, Inc. and its subsidiaries make no representation or warranty, expressed or implied,
whether pursuant to statute or case law with respect thereto, and assume no responsibility for, the accuracy,
completeness, sufficiency or usefulness of the information contained herein. No warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose shall apply.
This is a publication of M&R Printing Equipment, Inc. and its subsidiaries. All information contained herein is
derived in part from proprietary and patent data of M&R Printing Equipment, Inc., and may not be copied,
electronically reproduced, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission, in each case made and
provided.
Any product names used in the documentation are used for identification only and may be trademarks of their
respective owners. The M&R Companies does not claim any rights to those marks.
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2.1 Service and Parts
Manufacturer's Rating Plate
Most products manufactured by the M&R Companies have a metal manufacturer's rating plate. Below is a label
imprinted with the information from your product's rating plate. Please be prepared to provide this information
when calling. This helps us respond to your needs more quickly.
If this is a replacement manual, please record the information from your product's rating plate on the sample plate
shown below.
Date Installed
Installed by
Optional Features and Special Information
Contacting M&R
If you need service or have questions about your equipment, call the appropriate number and ask for Technical
Support. If you need parts, ask for the Parts Department.
From the United States & Canada
Monday-Friday between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM 800-736-6431 Or 630-858-6101
Central Standard/Daylight Time
From all other countries
Monday-Friday between 14:30 and 23:00 +847-967-4461
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
Call our Global Hotline:
Outside Regular Hours
+630-462-4715
Visit www.mrprint.com for a list of global
www.mrprint.com
contacts
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2.2 Defined Purpose
Textile Presses
Textile Presses are designed to print textile inks on textile substrates, as more fully set forth in the manual specific
to that product. Any other use of this equipment is not permitted.
Textile Dryers
Textile Dryers are designed to cure/dry textile inks on textile substrates, as more fully set forth in the manual
specific to that product. Any other use of this equipment is not permitted.
Graphic Presses
Graphic Presses are designed to print graphic inks on rigid and semi-rigid flat substrates, as more fully set forth in
the manual specific to that product. Any other use of this equipment is not permitted.
Graphic Dryers
Graphic Dryers are designed to cure/dry graphic inks on rigid and semi-rigid flat substrates, as more fully set forth
in the manual specific to that product. Any other use of this equipment is not permitted.
Exposure Equipment
Exposure Equipment is designed to produce photographic printing plates and printing screens, as more fully set
forth in the manual specific to that product. Any other use of this equipment is not permitted.
Folding and Packaging Equipment
Folding and Packaging Equipment is designed to fold, transport, and package textile materials, as more fully set
forth in the manual specific to that product. Any other use of this equipment is not permitted.
Ancillary Equipment
Ancillary Equipment is designed to perform specific operations related to processing and handling of substrates,
as more fully set forth in the manual specific to that product. Any other use of this equipment is not permitted.
Digital Equipment
Digital Printers are designed to print water based inks on textile substrates, as more fully set forth in the manual
specific to that product. Any other use of this equipment is not permitted.
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2.3 Warranty
Limited Warranty
Your Warranty does not apply to damages sustained due to equipment misuse, whether intentional or negligent,
and such misuse may void your warranty. Misuse includes - but is not limited to - the items listed below. In
addition, M&R Printing Equipment, Inc. accepts no responsibility for personal injury or property damage caused by
misuse.
1. Use of the equipment for any non-defined purpose
2. Improper installation or use of the equipment
3. Operation of the equipment with defective safety devices
4. Operation of the equipment with safety devices removed, disabled, not working in whole or in part or in
any manner rendered ineffective for the purpose for which they were designed
5. Failure to comply with instructions for transportation, storage, installation, operation, maintenance,
setup, and take-down of the equipment as described in the Operator's Manual
6. Unauthorized modification of the equipment or equipment software
7. Failure to replace worn or defective parts
8. Failure to use M&R supplied replacement and repair parts
9. Defective repairs made to the equipment
10. Dangerous conditions which result from improper use of the equipment
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3. Specifications
Specifications
Alpha 8 Base/Drive Alpha 8 Expansion
Alpha 8 Print Head
Module Module
Air @ 6.9 bar (100 psi)2 53 I/min (1.87 cfm) 53 I/min (1.87 cfm) 55 I/min (1.94 cfm)
208/230 V, 3 ph, 24 A, 208/230 V, 3 ph, 0.01 A, 208/230 V, 3 ph, 1.63 A,
50/60 Hz, 5 kW 50/60 Hz, 0.002 kW 50/60 Hz, 0.37 kW
Electrical Requirements1,3
400 V, 3 ph, 15 A, 400 V, 3 ph, 0.006 A, 400 V, 3 ph, 1 A,
50/60 Hz, 5 kW 50/60 Hz, 0.002 kW 50/60 Hz, 0.37 kW
Maximum Frame Size 66 x 109 cm (26" x 43") 66 x 109 cm (26" x 43") --
Maximum Image Area 50 x 70 cm (20" x 28") 50 x 70 cm (20" x 28") --
Maximum Print Heads
6 6 --
Supported
599 x 384 cm 274 x 384 cm
Overall Size (L x W) --
(236" x 151") (108" x 151")
Standard Pallet Size 4 -- -- --
Stations 8 6 --
1
If incoming voltage differs from the voltage(s) listed in this table, calculate amperage accordingly. Other electrical
configurations are available: Contact M&R for details.
2
To compute total air requirements, multiply the Expansion Module requirement by the number of Expansion
Modules; multiply the Print Head requirement by the total number of print heads on the press; and add the results
to the Base/Drive Module air requirement.
3
To compute the electrical requirements, separately multiply the Expansion Module amperage and kilowatt
requirements by the number of Expansion modules; multiply the Print Head requirements by the total number of
print heads on the press; and add the results to the Base/Drive Module requirements.
4
There is no standard pallet size because of Alpha 8's wide-ranging capabilities (Your M&R Representative can
help you select the pallet size and type that best fits your needs?)
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4. Compressed Air Supply
Description
1 Compressor
2 Chiller Unit
3 Shut-Off Valve
4 Closed Loop
5 Supply Lines (Air Drops) to Other Equipment (If Required)
6 Drain with Shut-Off Valve
7 Supply Line (Air Drop) to Equipment (3/4" inside-diameter pipe required)
8 Filter/Regulator/Lubricator
9 Flexible Rubber Hose
10 Equipment
This illustrates a typical closed-loop compressed-air supply system. It is designed to deliver clean, moisture-free
compressed air to pneumatic equipment. Chillers should be installed to help prevent moisture damage to
pneumatic seals, valves, and air cylinders that could void equipment warranties.
Air generated by the compressor (1) contains oil and moisture. The chiller (2) removes moisture as the air passes
through it into the air supply system (4). Shutoff valves (3) should be installed at strategic locations to allow
operators to isolate parts of the system for repair or maintenance without shutting down the entire system. A drain
valve (6) should be installed at the lowest point in the loop to drain off accumulated oil and moisture. The system
may include one or more feeder lines (5). To further reduce moisture and prevent other contaminants from
entering pneumatic equipment, the feeder line should force air to travel upward, causing moisture and
contaminants to collect on the inside of the pipe and flow downward toward the drain valve. The supply line
should run horizontally to a position near the equipment before turning downward (these lines are known as `air
drops'.). Before reaching the equipment, the rigid supply pipe (7) should terminate in a shutoff valve (3)
connected to a 3/4" flexible rubber hose (9). The hose should be connected to the filter/regulator/lubricator
manifold (8) on the equipment. The regulator controls air pressure, the filter provides a final moisture-removal
stage, and the lubricator delivers a mist of special oil to lubricate all pneumatic components on the equipment
(10).
Note: System air requirements determine pipe sizes. Air systems should be designed and installed by
licensed plumbing contractors.
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5. Screen Placement Grid
Textile presses are shipped with a Screen Placement Grid as shown above. This is a useful tool for screen
placement between the film positive and the screen.
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6. Operation
Perimeter Barrier
The Perimeter Barrier (1) is provided to restrict access into the index table operating area while the equipment is
in operation. Yellow Cycle Interruption Cords (2) are located along the entire front and rear of the press. Any
pressure on either of these cords will result in a shut down of the equipment and require resetting the control
system before operation may resume. In the event that the Cycle Interruption Cord should break or be cut, the
equipment will shut down. The cord must be replaced or repaired and the control system will have to be reset
before operation may resume. When the cord is reset a red LED (3) illuminates to confirm that the system is now
ready to resume operation.
Emergency Stop Button
The red EMERGENCY STOP Button is provided to stop all operation of the equipment in an EMERGENCY
situation. Push the button to activate.
WARNING: Do NOT turn off electrical power until all Flash Cure Units have cooled down to 38 C (100 F) or
lower.
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6.1 Main Control Panel
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Number Name Function
1 Operator Used to display information regarding operational, programming and system
Interface status messages. Refer to Section 6.1.1, Operator Interface for a detailed
description of the operation and function of this control.
2 Automatic This switch has three positions; Automatic at the top position, Off at the
Manual Mode middle position, and Manual at the lower position. This switch commands the
Switch system to operate in either Automatic or Manual mode of operation. To
operate the index system one complete cycle, press the switch down to
Manual. The index system will cycle one time, along with any print stations
that are selected to On.
Placing this switch in the Automatic position while the index table is in motion
will command the index system to operate in the automatic mode. The dwell
time for automatic operation is adjusted via the Operator Interface (1).
Note: When the switch is selected to the middle or Off position, the index
system will not operate.
3 Print Start / This switch is provided as a convenience when initially starting or finishing a
Print Finish print run. It is designed to eliminate the need to individually turn on or off print
Switch stations. Placing this switch in the Print Start position will automatically
command each print station that is selected to On, to print sequentially at the
start of a print run. Placing this switch in the Print Finish position will
automatically command each print station that is selected to On, to shut-down
sequentially at the completion of a print run.
4 Right Home/Jog Turning this switch to the right momentarily moves the Pallets one half index
Switch to the right from the print station. If the pallets are stopped half way between
print stations, turning this switch to the right momentarily moves the Pallets to
the next print station to complete the index cycle.
Turning and holding this switch to the right jogs the Pallets to the right for as
long as the switch is held to the right.
5 Left Home/Jog Turning this switch to the left momentarily moves the Pallets one half index to
Switch the left from the print station. If the pallets are stopped half way between print
stations, turning this switch to the left momentarily moves the Pallets to the
next print station to complete the index cycle.
Turning and holding this switch to the left jogs the Pallets to the left for as
long as the switch is held to the left.
6 Power On/Off Turns the press ON and OFF.
Switch
7 Emergency The red Emergency Stop button stops all operation.
Stop Button Press the button in until it remains depressed to activate.
Turn the button clockwise until it pops out to deactivate.
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8 Reset Button The green Reset button resets the control system logic in the event of an
emergency stop or activation of one of the cycle interruption cords.
6.1.1 Operator Interface
Operator Interface
The Operator Interface is used to access and adjust all functions of the press. The Operator Interface is divided
into three control areas: Message Display Screen (1), Print Station Utilization (2) and Control Menus (3).
Message Display Screen
The Message Display Screen (1) displays control menus and diagnostic messages.
Print Station Utilization
A graphic of the press layout below the Message Display Screen (2) indicates print stations currently in use by
displaying a green check mark at that position. When a print station is not used a red X is displayed.
The Print Station Utilization graphic is displayed at the bottom of all menu screens.
Control Menus
Control Menu buttons (3) are used to access control menus. From left to right they are: BACK, MAIN,
COUNTERS, TIMERS, OPTIONS, PRINT and ALARM.
Day of the Week and Time of Day
The day of the week and the time of day are displayed in the upper right corner of all menu screens. The time of
day is using a 24 hour clock where 13:00 hours are read as 1:00 PM in the afternoon.
M&R INFO
M&R Information displays contact information and a 24 hour Technical Support Hotline phone number. Program
information also is displayed in this screen.
MAIN
The MAIN screen is used to access all menus used to adjust press functions or to display diagnostic and test
data. The MAIN screen is also used to access the ALARM menu which displays the cause of alarm conditions.
If an ALARM condition is detected, the cause for the alarm is displayed in the solid black area just above the
control menu list at the bottom of the screen. The ALARM display is included in all menu screens.
The menus on the MAIN screen are HEADS PRINT, M&R INFO, TESTS, DATE/TIME, SERVICE DATA,
LANGUAGE and PRODUCTION DATA.
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HEADS PRINT
The HEADS PRINT buttons are used to activate print stations for set up and manual print operations.
Press the button momentarily and the print station will lower into print position. This position is used for set up
procedures, such as screen registration, squeegee pressure and angle adjustment, etc. Press and hold the button
for 2-3 seconds and the print station will perform one complete flood/lower/print/raise cycle.
Print Station Utilization
Select Print Stations by touching the corresponding button (1) in the MAIN menu screen. This will display a
second screen where print stations are selected for operation.
To select a print station, press the corresponding print station button (2) on the screen. The indication will change
from a red X to a green check mark confirming your selection. The OFF indication will also change to ON. Enable
or disable any print station using this screen.
Press the BACK button in the lower left corner to return to the previous screen.
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COUNTERS
The counters menu is accessed by pressing the COUNTERS button located in the Control Menus at the bottom of
all screens. The COUNTERS menu contains six menus: Shift, Job, Total, Preset, Remaining, and Speed.
Shift
Shift indicates the total number of press cycles during a given production shift. To reset the Shift, press the data
entry cell to the right of Shift; a numeric keypad is displayed. Enter 0 and then press ENT. Shift is reset to 0.
Job
Job indicates the total number of index cycles for a given print job. To reset the Job press the data entry cell to
the right of Job; a numeric keypad is displayed. Enter 0 and then press ENT. Job is reset to 0.
The Total displays the total number of index cycles beginning from the initial date of installation of the equipment
in your production facility. The Total is an indication of service life and cannot be changed.
Preset
The Preset menu selection is used to enter a number of print cycles for a given print job. For a print job of 30
dozen (360) shirts, enter 360. You may enter up to a maximum of 32,767 print cycles into the Preset menu.
To set the Preset, press the data entry cell to the right of Preset: a numeric keypad is displayed. Enter the
number of print cycles and then press ENT.
Remaining
The Remaining menu displays the number of print cycles remaining in the Preset menu and functions as a count
down display. The Remaining selection can be changed in the event that 2 or 3 shirts are misprinted. You can
add shirts back into the Remaining selection to keep the remaining count accurate.
The Remaining menu also automatically activates the Print Finish mode and sounds an audible signal when the
last shirt in the count is loaded onto the press.
To change the Remaining count, press the data entry cell to the right of Remaining; a numeric keypad is
displayed. Enter the number of print cycles and then press ENT.
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Speed
Speed displays the current speed of the press in dozens per hour and may not be reset.
Press the BACK button in the lower left corner to return to the previous screen.
TIMERS
Press the TIMERS button (1) to display the Index Time, Flash Time, Quartz, Preheat and Delay screen.
Index
When operating the press in AUTOMATIC mode, the index time (dwell) is the time interval between the end of
one print cycle and the start of the next.
Use the arrow Up and Down buttons (2) on the right and left of the data entry cell for Index Time to increase or
decrease the Index Time. The minimum setting is 0 and the maximum is 20 seconds.
A numeric value (3) is displayed to the right of Index Time, Flash Time and Quartz Time. This provides a visual
indication of the current dwell time setting, and remaining dwell time. As the Index Time (dwell) is adjusted, the
indicator changes to reflect the time entered. As the press operates and the dwell time counts down or decreases,
the numeric value reflects the amount of dwell time remaining, until the start of the next print cycle. When the
dwell time reaches 0, the press automatically starts the next index cycle.
Flash & Quartz
The dwell time for both Flash Time and Quartz Time are adjusted in the same way. The minimum setting for Flash
Time is 0 and the maximum is 20 seconds. The minimum setting for Quartz Time is 0 and the maximum is 15
seconds.
Preheat
Preheat controls the preheat time interval for the Quartz Flash lamps.
Use the arrow Up and Down buttons (4) on the right and left of the data entry cell for Preheat Time to increase
or decrease the Preheat Time. The minimum setting is 0 and the maximum is 15 seconds.
Note: Always use preheat before starting an automatic print cycle. This allows the quartz lamps sufficient
time to achieve curing temperature and eliminates under cure and/or ink build-up on screens.
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Delay
Delay the start of the quartz flash lamps as the index table starts its index motion. Delay time allows the quartz
lamps to reach operating power and reduces overexposure of heat sensitive substrates.
Use the arrow Up and Down buttons on the right and left of the data entry cell for Delay Time to increase or
decrease the Delay Time. The minimum setting is 0 and the maximum is 5 seconds.
OPTIONS
In the MAIN menu press the OPTIONS button. The OPTIONS menu is used to access the optional control
features supplied with your press. The options listed are Prints, Flash, Front, Skip, Towel Mode and Servo.
Prints
The first menu selection in the OPTIONS menu is Prints. Press the Prints indicator at the top of the OPTIONS
screen. The Prints screen is displayed. The Prints menu is used to select the number of print cycles for each
print station. Each of the print stations is indicated in the Prints screen by a numeric value cell and a plus
increase and minus decrease button. Press the plus button to increase the number of print cycles. Press the
minus button to decrease the number of print cycles. The selected number of print cycles appears in the numeric
value cell.
The maximum number of print cycles which may be entered is 9. The minimum number of print cycles is 1.
Press the BACK button in the lower left corner to return to the OPTIONS screen.
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Flash
The next menu selection in the OPTIONS menu is Flash. Press the Flash indicator below the Prints indicator in
the OPTIONS screen. The Flash screen is displayed. The Flash menu is used to select print stations for Flash
operation. Each of the print stations is represented by a Flash unit icon. If a print station is not selected for Flash
operation its icon will appear gray in color. When a print station is selected for Flash operation the icon will appear
in color with a white background.
Press the BACK button in the lower left corner to return to the OPTIONS screen.
Front/Rear Stop
The next menu selection in the OPTIONS menu is Front. Press the Front indicator below the Flash indicator in
the OPTIONS screen. The Front screen is displayed. The Front menu is used to select Front or Rear stop
position for the print carriage. Each of the print stations is represented in the Front screen by an icon similar to
the icon used in the Prints screen. When a print station is selected for REAR stop its icon will appear gray in color
and the word REAR will be displayed along with an arrow indicating the REAR stop position. When a print station
is selected for FRONT stop the icon will appear orange in color with a white background and the word FRONT will
be displayed. An arrow indicates the front stop position.
Press the BACK button in the lower left corner to return to the OPTIONS screen.
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