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1. lools Databases Internal Capacity External Figure 4 21 Database Page Rev AB Using the Tools Page 4 19 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual The following parameters can be accessed in this page Internal Shows the job stored in the printer Capacity Shows the details of available files and available storage External Shows that the external USB memory is connected to the printer Password Protection Password protection on the user interface allows different protected access levels for the various operational features During installation you can set the standard or advanced password selection using CLARITY Config Manager Refer to Wolke m600 touch Service Manual Part Number WLK462325 Note If you do not want to have password protection you can select None option Password control can be set up as per the user requirement When the user tries to access a function that is password protected the user interface prompts the user to enter the password When the correct password is entered that function or menu becomes available The password level remains active until logged out by the user or timed out e Standard Passwords For example if the Diagnostics function is password protected when the user accesses the Diagnostics Menu by navigating to Tools gt Diagnostics CLARiTY prompts the user to enter the password e Advanced Passwords The user is prompted to select t
2. Figure 3 44 Stainless Steel Mounting Adapter Gold Printhead Installation of the Parallelogram Optional Many products and packaging materials example wrapping are slightly uneven cambered or are transported on the conveyor belt in a range of different positions In these cases the parallelogram with measuring wheel or deflector described under accessories see Specifications on page 9 1 should be Rev AB Installation of the Parallelogram Optional 3 27 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual used This is to make sure a constant optimum print result for such applications 1 Adjustment of spring force 3 Attachment positions 2 Spring 4 Locating wheel deflector Figure 3 45 Parallelogram It is suitable for side or top mounting The maximum deflection is 90 mm measured from the rest position Figure 3 46 shows the possible positions of the parallelogram mt Ji oe 2 pe 9 484 At the top Lateral uneven cambered Lateral different products or packages product positions 1 Parallelogram 2 Printhead Figure 3 46 Parallelogram Positions Description of functions The springs included in delivery have different tensile strengths The different attachment positions are for weight compensation for one two Rev AB 3 26 Installation of the Parallelogram Optional Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual three and four head systems and for adjusting the spring force in the case
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4. 17 100 DPI 13 75 DPI Cancel Figure 5 23 Print Resolution 6 Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Printhead gt Vertical Print Density Select the appropriate print density value and touch OK to confirm How to Change Product Direction 7 Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Printhead gt Product Direction Select the appropriate direction and touch OK to confirm How to Change Product Orientation 8 Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Printhead gt Product Orientation Select the appropriate orientation and touch OK to confirm Rev AB How to Setup the Printhead Settings 5 17 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual How to Enable Disable the Printheads 9 Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Printhead gt Enabled Select Yes to enable the printhead for printing and No to disable the printhead v Cancel Figure 5 24 Printhead ON OFF How to Configure the Job Settings The print job CIFF file image and job settings will be configured in CLARiSOFT Size amp Resolution Printheads When a new file is created in CLARiSOFT the corresponding number of print fields is defined by the user One printhead corresponds to one print field The job can be user defined within this print field no restrictions in terms of number of lines etc Only the maximum print heights are predefined One printhead maximum print height 12 7 mm 0 5 Two printheads maximum prin
5. Diagnostics Page Provides on line fault finding routines and diagnostic functions Databases page Provides control over the jobs database of the printer Rev AB Using the Tools Page 4 3 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Working with Setup Page Navigate to Tools gt Setup Figure 4 3 A OFUNE X X Tools Setup Printhead Consumables ol Control Options 4222 o Figure 4 3 Setup Page The Setup page allows you to access the following parameters Printhead Consumables Control e g time date language Options 4 4 Using the Tools Page Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Printhead Setting Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Printhead Figure 4 4 p Printhead Horizontal Print Density 100 600 DPI gt MaximumSpeed 900mm s Vertical Print Density 100 600 DPI Printhead 1 ooc Printhead 2 Printhead 3 Y NA USM 0 N Printhead 4 A lt gt V Figure 4 4 Printhead Setting Horizontal Print Density Allows the user to set the print resolution For more information refer How to Adjust Print Resolution on page 5 17 Maximum Speed Allows the user to set the print speed in millimeter per second mm s Vertical Print Density Allows the user to set the print resolution Printhead 1 4 Allows the user to set the product delay direction of product travel print resolution and print orientati
6. Clear button will become available to enable printing to be restarted Figure 8 1 Fault Display Several faults and warnings may occur at the same time Faults will always be displayed first To view the faults warnings in more detail and to view instructions on what to do about them touch the red or yellow area in the status window at the top of the CLARITY display Clearing a Fault Message or Warning The instructions in this section provides information on how to clear a fault message A similar procedure is used to clear warnings To view the details of the fault list proceed as follows 1 Touch the red FAULT message to view the list of faults Figure 8 2 on page 8 3 6 2 Fault Messages and Warnings Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 7 FAOT Faults e FAULT E5308 M Printhead 1 Printhead Disconnected e FAULT E5307 Printhead 1 No Cartridge Figure 8 2 Fault Selection 2 Touch the fault name in the list to read more details about the fault 3 Read the details of the fault and the on screen instructions that tell you what to do about the fault Faults FAULT E5307 4 9 Printhead 1 No Cartridge FAULT E5307 No cartridge has been detected in printhead 1 To clear this fault press the Replace Cartridge button and follow the instructions Replace Cartridge Figure 8 3 Fault Details Display 4 When you have corrected the fault t
7. Wolke m600 toucn Operator Manual P N WLK462324 01 Revision AB March 2013 Copyright March 2013 Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH herein referred to as Wolke All rights reserved This document is the property of Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH and contains confidential and proprietary information owned by Wolke Any unauthorized copying use or disclosure of it without the prior written permission of Wolke is strictly prohibited Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH OstbahnstraBe 116 D 91217 Hersbruck www wolke com Phone 49 0 9151 81 61 12 Offices Germany Fax 49 0 9151 81 61 57 Compliance Information Rev AB For Customers in the U S A Safety The equipment complies to UL 60950 1 2007 NRTL accredited certification Emissions The equipment complies with USA Part 15 of the FCC Rules subpart B Class A Operation of the equipment is subject to the following two conditions 1 This equipment may not cause harmful interference and 2 This equipment must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules subpart B These limits are designed to provid
8. Rev AB Setting up the Printer 5 7 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Printhead Settings The user then will be asked to configure the number of printheads and print trigger a SHUTDOWN X js Setups Control System Configuration lt System Configuration Next configure the number of printheads that are connected to this controller Cancel Figure 5 9 Number of Printheads 2 Touch Next to select the number of printheads The number of printheads ranges from 1 4 The following dialog box Figure 5 10 on page 5 8 appears a SHUTDOWN X js Setups Control System Configuration 4 System Configuration Are any of these heads grouped together Cancel Figure 5 10 Grouped Printheads 3 Select Yes if any of the printheads are grouped together 5 6 Setting up the Printer Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual If the image is required to be printed by more than one printhead group the printheads together as required Note Select No if the image is required to be printed by each individual printheads e SHUTDOWN X 3ls SetupsControl System Configuration 4 System Configuration Next configure the number of printheads that are in Group 1 Cancel Figure 5 11 Configuring Printheads 4 Select Next to configure the individual or grouped printheads 5 Configure the direction of the product that will pass this printhead from behind each printhead a SHUTDOWN X Iools SetupsControi S
9. incorporation of accessories sensor optical fiber protective caps and adapter spacer plate etc 1 CLARiTY Controller 2 CLARiTY Controller Bracket Figure 1 1 CLARiTY Controller Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Printer 1 1 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Figure 1 2 Printhead About the Manual This Operator Manual is written for the every day user of the printer The Operator Manual helps the user to understand the different parts and different printing operations of the printer Related Publications The following manual is available for reference Wolke m600 touch Service Manual Part Number WLK462325 Language Codes When you order these manuals make sure to add the 2 digit language code at the end of the part number For example the Danish version of the operator manual is part number WLK462324 18 Table 1 1 on page 1 3 shows the list of language codes that you can use to identify the translated versions of this manual 1 2 About the Manual Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Note The availability of the Operator Manual is indicated by an asterisk 7 Availability of the Service Manual is indicated by a plus sign For more information contact the Wolke distributor or subsidiary Code Language Availability see note Chinese Simplified Table 1 1 List of Language Codes Rev AB Related Publications 1 3 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Content Presentation This Operato
10. product direction horizontal and vertical print densities number of defective nozzles and head attached status Tools Diagnostics Printhead Printhead 1 Product Direction Left to right Horizontal Print Density 25906 150 DPI Vertical Print Density 10096 600 DPI DefectiveNozzles O HeadAttached Figure 4 9 Printhead Horizontal Print Density Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Printhead gt Horizontal Print Density Shows the current horizontal print density Vertical Print Density Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Printhead gt Vertical Print Density Shows the current vertical print density 4 10 Using the Tools Page Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Inputs Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Printhead gt Inputs Figure 4 10 t es xX Tools Diagnostics Printhead Inputs Costaursbie Input 5 Configurable Input 6 Printhead 1 Product Detect Printhead 2 Product Detect Printhead 3 Product Detect Printhead 4 Product Detect 48 Volts Supply 24 Volts Supply Figure 4 10 Printhead Inputs Diagnostics Page The Inputs Diagnostics page allows the user to access the following parameters Input Configuration Displays the usage of inputs 1 6 and the status of line inputs 0 3 Print signals Job queue and so on Printhead Inputs Input Configuration mm of Input 1 External Print Sensor Usage of Input 2 B Line Select Strob
11. 24 11 2011 17 20 iL File name Files of type CIFF Files cif x Open as read only Figure 6 8 Open Dialog Box 7 Select the file s that you need to download to the USB memory stick 8 Click the Open button The confirmation window appears see Figure 6 9 on page 6 6 How to Download a Job File 6 7 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 9 Click the OK button to continue Job Selection Confirmation Please confirm that the following images contain the correct data CLARISOFT Summary amp CLARICOM Figure 6 9 Confirmation Window The job information is compiled and downloaded to the USB memory stick during this process see Figure 6 10 Progress Completed p CLARICOM Pig Cosieg Ainagerresi Friern Figure 6 10 Download in Progress 6 8 How to Download a Job File Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual After the files are downloaded the message shown in Figure 6 11 appears CLARICOM Figure 6 11 Download Complete This process saves the file to the USB memory stick The job information that is sent to the printer enables the printer to identify the logos fonts used and image rotation A N Caution Failure to use the Print to File procedure will result in errors and rotated images How to Download a Job File 6 9 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Connecting the USB Database Instead of co
12. Ink Cartridge Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 1 Product 2 Head plate 3 Printhead Figure 3 27 Selection of a Installation Position N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Select an installation position to avoid vibrations on the printhead electrostatic charge and soiling caused by lacquer adhesive or other similar products used in the production process This also avoids overheating of the printhead the photoelectric cell and the cartridge as a result of being installed too close to sources of process heat Photoelectric Cell The printheads have been equipped with four M3 threads to fit the photoelectric cell see Technical Drawings on page 9 1 Figure 3 28 Photoelectric Cell Rev AB Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge 3 15 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Position of Photoelectric Cell gt h j e 2 2 1 Path of product from left to right Path of product from right to left 1 Photoelectric cell 2 Printhead Figure 3 29 Position of Photoelectric Cell This form of installation enables the standard values for the sensor distance to be maintained for both product path directions How to install the Photoelectric Cell Do the following tasks to install the photoelectric cell 1 Use the cutter to cut the optical fibre to the required length 2 Only use each cutting hole in the cutter once 3 When taking the measurements please note that the two upper ends of the o
13. Installation Integral Parts and Accessories 0 0 c eee ee eee eee 3 1 Delivery Ot Farts 2s 2s obo epe VERE ER DERE CS 3 1 Main Parts and JACCeSSOFIeS auo drip RS he dE PIRE USES 3 2 Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge suus 3 10 Special Version Printheads for Printing Different Types of Pint MAIeral sue one ek eee he ESSEN 3 11 Positioning of Printhead ob oes ce pEREREXHRRES br ia 3 12 Printhead Arrangement 0 cece eee eee eee 3 13 Installing the Printheads 15209 4d dde S A RERO poate ees 3 14 Selection of a Suitable Installation Position 3 14 Photoelectric el 453250 te eee eee peeks VEU eed M 3 15 How to detect a Measuring Object 0005 3 21 Shaft Encoder Optional sso subU E RR RIP RxRERRUESES 3 23 Installation of the Mounting System Optional 3 25 Installation of the Parallelogram Optional 3 27 Mounting Of COntroll r uio eoe NER e ERE ES EETA 3 31 CLARILY Controller sss ced datu d asc Cu A E RI RO UR 3 31 How to Connect the Printer Components 4 3 31 Chapter 4 CLARITY Operating System Getting started with the CLARITY esesseeeees 4 1 sine the Home Pate ack anaconda rir rimo desde d tbe duds 4 2 sine the Tools Pase Luces iem bea bi bring brit writes ou 4 3 Working with Setup Page pictus oni ue KEEN teak RES 4 4 Working With DISeBnostles asic vue E
14. Le 0 1I 4 9 A 6 5 1 All on one side 2 Two each on the left and right 3 Three on the left and one on the right Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Oa e I i e UL e 4 At the top left and right 5 At the top 6 Side and at the top Figure 3 25 Wolke m600 touch with Four Printheads Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge 3 13 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Installing the Printheads Individual installation of Two printheads Print height 25 4 mm one printhead 12 7 mm print height per printhead Three printheads aa Four printheads Print height 38 1 mm Print height 50 8 mm Figure 3 26 Printing Head According to the Number of Printheads Selection of a Suitable Installation Position When arranging and positioning the printheads on the line make sure that it is possible to replace the cartridges at any time A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Risk of injury to hands from moving machine parts When selecting the installation position make sure that the cartridges can be replaced at any time without any danger Note When planning the installation please note that the optimum distance between the nozzle plate on the cartridge and the print material is between 1 mm and 3 mm maximum The head plate of the printhead can be directly in contact with the product and is intended to provide protection for the cartridge 3 14 Installation of Printhead and
15. T The registration is incorrect Measure the actual values and adjust The product does not pass the Ensure that the products are better sensor on the belt with a aligned while being conveyed Fit or uniform alignment The readjust guide rails if necessary misalignment of the product causes the print to trigger too early or too late Table 8 1 Printing Faults Continued 8 6 Printing Faults Rev AB Print in block form or cubic graphics White stripes in the print image Print gap between the printheads only applies to multihead systems Overlapping between the printheads only applies to multihead systems Fields are printed overlapping The print is too light Ink does not dry fast enough on The products are conveyed at too fast a speed for the set resolution DPI Some of the nozzles in the cartridge may be clogged and require cleaning Some of the nozzles in the cartridge may be faulty as a result of mechanical damage The nozzle rows are not aligned at exactly 90 to the print direction The nozzle rows are not aligned at exactly 90 to the print direction The fields in the job to be printed are not correctly positioned The print resolution used DPI is too low The print resolution used DPI is too high Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Solution Please adjust the value for the Resolution DPI accordingly Please remove the cartridge and clean the nozzl
16. direction for the incorrectly set in the system printhead concerned in the system settings settings Incorrect number of lines set for Adjust the system settings to the shaft the encoder encoder and or the drive disc The shaft encoder drive disc Make sure that the drive disc is firmly slips The speed is not pressed onto the product conveyor belt measured correctly If the pressing pressure on the belt is excessive however this may destroy the shaft encoder bearings The measuring wheel of the Set the direction of running of the shaft encoder does not run measuring wheel to be parallel to the parallel to the belt This results belt in excessive slippage and a false speed signal Prints are made without the Please check the actual product speed shaft encoder The product and adjust accordingly speed set in the system settings is different to the actual product speed The resolution setting referring Reduce the resolution or the delivery to the speed is too high rate The printimage The orientation setting has been Check the system settings and change is printed upside incorrectly set in the system them if required down settings The print image The Mirrored setting has been Check the system settings and change is back to front incorrectly set in the system them if required settings The print The sensor distance is incorrect Measure the actual values and adjust position is the setting incorrect l
17. fibre make sure the output V insulation of optical fibre is identified with dots and the input A insulation of optical fibre is not identified is not substituted Otherwise the sensor will not be able to issue the correct signal 3 18 Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 9 Fasten the installation mount to the printhead with the supplied screws and latch the photoelectric cell onto the installation mount 10 Insert the connector of the photocell cable into the socket on the printhead provided to this effect and tighten the connector by hand N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Make sure to tighten the connector of the photocell cable only by hand without using any tools in order to avoid damage L i m Rev AB Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge 3 19 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Settings of photoelectric cell Active indicator red LED Stability indicator green LED Indicator Sensitivity trimmer FINE TURBO selector switch Output timer selector switch Output selector switch Figure 3 32 Adjusting Photoelectric Active indicator red When the switch connection is activated the active indicator LED glows Stability indicator green When the sufficient light is received the stability indicator LED glows Indicator Indicator shows the current position of the sensitivity trimmer One turn of the trimmer changes the position of the in
18. heads 1 and 2 example two sided carton printing In this case only two fields will be available for entering the print data The text entered there applies equally to heads 1 2 and 3 4 see Figure 5 26 37 Printhead 1and 3 Printhead 2 and 4 Figure 5 26 Printhead Settings Note For more information refer Wolke m600 touch Service Manual Note The job file set up must correspond to the printer set up 5 20 How to Configure the Job Settings Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual How to Set the System Settings To set up the printer without using the System Configuration Wizard proceed as follows Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Control from the Home Page The Control page appears Figure 5 27 A Sue xX Tools Setup Control CLARITY Parameter Archives Internationalisation System Configuration Set Screen Orientation O Degrees Date And Time Image Control gt gt gt Recalibrate Touchscreen gt gt gt gt gt Communications Figure 5 27 Control Screen Touch the required parameters in the list Figure 5 27 to set the system settings Rev AB How to Set the System Settings 5 21 Printer Operation This chapter contains the following topics Viewing the current job or image Download a Job File Connecting the USB database Selecting a new job User Editable Fields Touch to Edit Quick Position Edit Changing the position or appearance of the pri
19. into the printhead Merle The contacts of the cartridge are Replace the cartridge If the fault is not faulty or are not connected eliminated contact the persons in electrically to the printhead charge at Wolke electronics Check printhead Cartridge was removed during Insert a cartridge Start the printer cable printhead operation without switching the or cartridge Wolke m600 touch previously to STOP Individual contacts of the Clean the cartridge contacts see cartridge are not connected Chapter If necessary replace the electrically to the printhead cartridge electronics Faulty cable connection faulty Check the connections between the plug and socket connector Wolke m600 touch and the printhead If faulty printhead electronics the fault is not eliminated contact the persons in charge at Wolke The temperature measurement Clean the cartridge contacts if of a cartridge has failed necessary replace the cartridge Check the contact film visually Table 8 7 Other Error Messages Alarms Displayed alarms must be acknowledged Message Possible Cause Solution Ink alarm Ink level has reached the preset Replace the cartridge and reset the alarm trigger threshold setting level in menu Cartridge Table 8 8 Alarms Rev AB Alarms 8 13 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Diagnostics The diagnostic screens show the current value of different parameters which help you in troubleshooting the print
20. of vertical printing The locating wheel or the deflector moves the parallelogram to the correct position and thereby facilitates initial distance compensation which reduces impact on the material The choice between the deflector and locating wheel depends on the specific application How to Install the Locating Wheel with the New Sensor If a locating wheel is used do the following tasks to install the new sensor on the printhead The locating wheel is screwed on as before with two size M3 screws 6mm long 1 Fit the spacer plate New spacer plate Installation of the Parallelogram Optional 3 29 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 2 Fasten the adapter and spacer plate two size M3 screws 15 mm max long 3 Screw on the installation mount 4 Attach and connect the sensor 3 30 Installation of the Parallelogram Optional Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Mounting of Controller CLARIiTY Controller The CLARiTY operator interface can be mounted at a convenient location so that the operator has adequate access to the panel The CLARiTY controller has a built in power supply unit The unit has two M6 mounting holes located at both sides of the unit as shown in Figure 3 47 Mounting Holes Figure 3 47 CLARiTY Controller and Power Supply Cable The CLARiTY controller can be mounted in any convenient location provided that the maximum lead length of 10 m is not exceeded The
21. preview Quick Position Edit Note Unlike Touch to Edit no fields are highlighted and all the fields in a job can be amended using Quick Position Edit feature Select the required field to re position opens the X position edit screen see Figure 6 24 on page 6 19 Quick Position Edit allows each field to be positioned as required in both X and Y axis Note Left hand top corner of the job indicates the position X 0 and Y 0 e o SHUTDOWN Edit Fields FieldOO X Position lt 5 00mm o gt Min 0 00mm Max 6 31mm Default 5 00mm Cancel Figure 6 24 Quick Position Edit X Position 5 Touch Next to change the Y axis position Quick Position Edit 6 19 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual SHUTDOWN Edit Fields FieldOO Y Position alo 0 00mm rs Min O 00mm Max 8 64mm Default 0 00mm Cancel Figure 6 25 Quick Position Edit Y Position 6 Update the selected field as required and touch OK 7 If there is a second field repeat the steps 4 and 5 8 Touch OK after editing all the required fields The job will be updated in the printer and displayed in the current job details bar Note When Touch to Edit and Quick Position Edit features are enabled the Image Job Queue icon is removed You need to navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Contr
22. problem occurs whenever heavy products are on the belt causing the shaft encoder to jump off In the print image this is apparent in missing prints and offsetting If the pressing pressure on the belt is excessive the shaft encoder bearing may get destroyed Insufficient number of pulses per revolution less than 500 If you print with a low belt speed or the belt is accelerated or slowed down during printing it is possible that the automatic adjustment of the printing speed may be slower This will result in an imprecise print image stretching compression offsetting at the transition points between the printheads if several printheads are used If the speed of the belt is too slow the Wolke m600 touch interprets this as a stop It is advisable to use a shaft encoder with a large pulse revolution ratio for very slow belt speeds Shaft Encoder Extension Cables The standard shaft encoder is available with a connection cable in various lengths Wolke also offers a range of extension cables in different lengths 9 4 Terminals Rev AB Glossary Rev AB Job or Image Job is the set of characters that is required to be printed on the product label Label Job or Image Purging Depending on the type of ink used the ink may dry on the nozzle plate of the cartridge if not used for some time The purging helps in removing such dried ink from the printer opitting Purging Line Select Line Select mode allows the controller
23. select the print position icon on the home page to access registration delay screen Tools Setup Printhead Registration Delay mm 4 5mm Omm 3000mm Default Omm Cancel Figure 5 22 Print Registration 2 Input the required Registration Delay Alternately use the or buttons Figure 5 22 to make small adjustments in the parameter value Note This parameter is for adjustments of the print along the length of the product The start position of the product relative to the product sensor should be set using the print sensor to print the line gap parameter How to Purge Printhead To purge the printhead proceed as follows 3 Touch the Status Bar to put the printhead in OFFLINE mode or press STOP button 5 16 How to Setup the Printhead Settings Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Note The printhead cannot be purged if external sensor is configured and the product is positioned in front of the sensor 4 Navigate to Tools gt Setup Consumables gt Purge The Purge Printhead screen appears How to Adjust Print Resolution 5 Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Printhead gt Horizontal Print Density Select the appropriate print density value and touch OK to confirm SetupPrinthead Horizontal Print Density 50 300 DPI 40 240 DPI 33 200 DPI V 30 180 DPI 25 150 DPI 20 120 DPI 1
24. specifies what happens next Roll over counter The counter starts again at the value specified under Counter start value Stop printer Printing stops when the end value is reached Alarm Function The Counter alarm is activated once the final value is reached Time field Shift code Time field will be set up in CLARiSOFT Number of Shifts During Commissioning number of shifts can be set up within the CLARITY configuration Refer to Clarity System Configuration Guide for more details Barcode Barcode will be set up in CLARiSOFT Note The menu fields for the barcodes EAN13 UPC A E EANS and Code128 EAN126 are identical and are explained together The following barcodes can be printed on the Wolke m600 touch EAN8 e EAN13 UPC A e UPC E Rev AB How to Set up Counters 6 23 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Line Select Mode If the Line Selection is enabled on the controller you can assign a specific job to the correct line 6 24 Line Select Mode CODE128 EAN128 Codabar Datamatrix GS1 Datamatrix OR Code GS1 Databar Composite To assign the correct job to the correct line do the following tasks 1 Select Job from the Home page Figure 6 26 OFFLINE x Home 11 07 26 04 2012 JOB No Line Selected Performance Consumables Cartridge 1 Cartridge 2 Throughput p m l Batch Count 0 100 Cartridge 3 Cartridge 4 Total Count 18383 Figure 6 28 Select Jo
25. the USB Database 6 11 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 6 Touch to restore a job A confirmation appears Figure 6 15 Touch Yes to confirm Tools Databases External Restore Job Q Restore Job Are you sure you want to restore the job One Figure 6 15 Confirmation Screen Selecting a New Job If you want to print a job that is not the current job you can select a different one Refer How to Select and Print the Test Job on page 5 14 You can modify the information before printing the job Refer User Editable Fields on page 6 12 for information on how to change it To exit the job selection menu at any stage without making any changes touch the Cancel button User Editable Fields Some jobs contain user editable fields These fields are part of the job that can be changed There are two types of user editable fields Variable TEXT fields For example they are used for batch codes product names and other text jobs Variable DATE fields For example they are used for sell by dates 6 12 Selecting a New Job Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual If the selected job has a user editable field the interface prompts the user to review this field and edit if required Note Each field has a check box The check box is unchecked initially As you enter the data and touch OK the user interface automatically checks the box You can proceed to the next step only when all
26. to hold multiple jobs in RAM which in turn allows the user to select the jobs for printing Line selection mode allows up to 16 jobs to be configured on the printer BCD mode Line Select Reverse Print Reverse printing is used in systems whose printheads are moved on traveling units Reverse printing permits printing in both directions of movement Bi directional printing Reverse Print Refresh the Print Memory The print memory is updated automatically within CLARiTY Glossary 1
27. 15 V Table 9 4 Power Supply Performance Type of Connection Wolke m600 touch is equipped with a directly mounted plug housing A connecting cable approximately 1 8 m length with matching connector will also be included while delivering the Wolke m600 touch printer Shaft Encoder Socket The shaft encoder connected to this socket enables the Wolke m600 touch printer to determine the speed of the product being printed Refer to Commissioning on page 5 1 The standard shaft encoder supplied by Wolke delivers 2 500 pulses per revolution Four different drive discs are available for the shaft encoder If the measurement wheel is positioned directly on the product conveyor belt the resultant values are as shown in Table 9 5 The number of pulses per meter has to be entered in the Adjustments Installation menu Table 9 5 lists the values for pulses meter depending on measuring wheel diameter DIEA E aoo Diameter Standard values Pulses m Aluminium measuring wheel 67 33 mm 11 819 solid material Rubber measuring wheel 63 66 mm 12 500 studded Solid aluminium with cross 63 66 mm 12 500 spokes Table 9 5 Values for Pulses Meters Terminals 9 11 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Drive disk model Diameter Standard values Pulses m Plastic smooth 63 66 mm 12 500 Table 9 5 Values for Pulses Meters Continued Plug and Socket Connector A 12 pole plug and socket connector is used for the shaft encoder connect
28. 600 touch Operator Manual SHUTDOWN RU Shutdown Status Home JOB Variable Data four Performance Consumables Cartridge 1 Cartridge 2 Throughput p m Batch Count ue Cartridge 3 Cartridge 4 10096 lt gt Total Count 156 Figure 5 5 Clarity Home Page During SHUTDOWN the Stop red and Run green icons see Figure 5 5 are disabled in grey color Note SHUTDOWN means Power is ON to the controller but power is OFF to the printhead s Note If the print sensor is activated accidentally the printer will not operate as the sensor and encoder input are ignored during the shutdown status When production line and printer are ready for start up perform the steps mentioned in How to Start the Printer on page 5 12 How to Turn ON the Printer 5 5 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual How to Set the Screen Orientation Depending on the position in which the CLARiTY controller is mounted it may be necessary to rotate the screen image by 180 degrees To change the screen orientation proceed as follows 1 Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Control Control page appears Figure 5 6 A OFFLINE X Tools Setup Control 4 CLARITY Parameter Archives Internationalisation System Configuration Recalibrate Touchscreen Date And Time gt gt gt gt Set Screen Orientation O0 Degrees gt gt Image Control gt gt Communications Figure 5 6 Control Page 2 T
29. Barksmall line AL HNLURU PrintsOK RNKTest1 testlmagex2 untitled Cancel Figure 5 19 Job List 5 14 How to Stop the Printer Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 2 Select the test job from the list and touch OK The job print preview appears Job Select testlmagex2 Cancel Figure 5 20 Job Print Preview 3 Touch OK the printer selects the job ready for print Select the ON icon or status bar to enable printing Trigger the printer to print How to Setup the Printhead Settings To setup or adjust the printhead without using the System Configuration Wizard navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Printhead see Figure 5 21 Tools Setup Printhead Printhead 1 Enabled Yes gt Registration Delay mm 5mm gt Product Direction Left to right gt Vertical Print Density 100 600 DPI gt Print Orientation 0 Figure 5 21 Printhead Setting Rev AB How to Setup the Printhead Settings 5 15 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual How to Adjust Print Registration If the image does not print in the correct position on the product then adjustments can be made The Horizontal Registration determines the position of the print along the length of the product To change the Print Registration proceed as follows 1 Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Printhead gt Registration Delay The registration delay screen appears Note Alternatively
30. Compatibility Directive 2004 108 EC EN 61000 6 2 Generic immunity standard industrial environment EN 55022 Class A Radio disturbance characteristics Limits and methods of measurement for IT equipment EN 55024 Immunity characteristics Limits and methods of measurement for IT equipment EN 61000 3 2 Limits for harmonic current emissions equipment input current up to and including 16A per phase EN 61000 3 3 Limitations of voltage fluctuation and flicker in low voltage supply systems for equipment and rated currents up to and including 16A per phase EC Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC Essential health and safety requirements relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits EN 60950 1 oafety requirements for information technology equipment including electrical business equipment ii Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Support and Training Contact Information If you have any questions or need assistance contact Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH at 49 0 9151 8161 12 for all customers within the United States Outside Germany customers must contact their Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH distributor or subsidiary for assistance Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH Ostbahnstrafse 116 D 91217 Hersbruck Phone 49 0 9151 8161 12 Fax 49 0 9151 81 61 57 Web www wolke com Customer Training If you wish to perform your own service and maintenance on the printer Wolke Inks am
31. Figure 3 16 Resilient Shaft Encoder Mount 3 6 Integral Parts and Accessories Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Shaft Encoder Cable The shaft encoder cable is the connector cable between the shaft encoder and controller as shown in Figure 3 17 Figure 3 17 Shaft Encoder Cable Warning Beacon The warning beacon is mounted separately and indicates the system faults and the ready for printing state green The warning beacon is operated via the 24 V interface a y qr d Figure 3 18 Warning Beacon Serial Interface Cable and Ethernet Cable The serial interface cable and the ethernet data cable are used for data transmission between PC and Wolke m600 touch via the serial or the ethernet data interface Figure 3 19 Serial Interface Cable USB Connector The printer also has a USB connector which is used for data transmission to the Wolke m600 touch using USB Stick Rev AB Integral Parts and Accessories 3 9 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge The description of the individual components with reference to the blue standard printhead is shown in the Figure 3 20 Note The ink cartridge is inserted and conventional photoelectric cell is used in the printhead in this illustration for explanatory purposes For more information refer the Service Manual 1 Connector cable for photoelectric cell 4 Optical fibre printhead 5 Head plate 2 Terminal for conne
32. HER HO HERREN E 4 8 Working with Database ones vum Rh EREEDE PEE 4 19 Password Protec HON srar aeae eu 206 14 x9 Mbps bn Bd ers 4 20 Chapter 5 Commissioning How to Insert the Cartridge into the Printhead 5 1 How to Fur ON the Punter 59 cos hoe EN eRRESE REED HERPES 5 3 How to Set the Screen Orientation 0 0 cece eee ee eee 5 6 Sele Up the Printers seb Sq PUE qu ACA eee eee 5 7 Language Region Country Date and Time 5 7 Printhead SetHifip S43 arawin v Ros E E wee one 5 8 How to Startthe Printers wy oec EUR SENA dp OD ele eds 5 12 Flow t Monitor The Sy stent 12 5 oo pu IRL dow PR tas 5 12 Howto st0p ine PEIIEGE s ono e edie acetone eod cert RE nE eee 5 14 How to Select and Print the Test Job 0 5 14 How to Setup the Printhead Settings 00 5 15 How to Adjust Print Registration 0008 5 16 1 2 Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual How to Purge Prnihead cose bete ooi Meee ee eS 5 16 How to Adjust Print Resolution 02 0005 5 17 How to Change Product Direction 5 17 How to Change Product Orientation 5 17 How to Enable Disable the Printheads 5 18 How to Configure the Job Settings 0 000000 5 18 Size ResolutlOticus saeua epit eee eh aad eee ebay eee did 5 18 How to set the System Settings sesso t tas REDUX eene 5 21 Cha
33. Input Line Select Page Printer present Confirms connections to printhead Configurable Input 1 6 Shows the current configuration of the input Printhead 1 4 Product Detect Shows the sensor setting to detect the product at printhead level e 48 Volts Supply Displays the available voltage near the 48 V supply e 24 Volts Supply Displays the available voltage near the 24 V supply Printhead Volts Displays the available Printhead voltage Cartridge 1 4 Temperature Displays the cartridge temperature information Printhead 1 4 Temperature Displays the Printhead temperature information Rev AB Using the Tools Page 4 13 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Outputs Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Printhead gt Outputs Figure 4 14 Tools Diagnostics Printhead Outputs O External Relay Output 1 9 amp 10 Open External PNP Output 2 11 Off External PNP Output 3 12 Off External PNP Output 4 13 Off Figure 4 14 Printhead Outputs Diagnostics Page 4 14 Using the Tools Page Each button shows the status of a physical output on the printer Touching the Toggle button allows the user to force the state of an output Open or Off which is useful for diagnostic purposes External Relay and PNP Outputs The printer has one configurable relay outputs and three configurable PNP 24V outputs Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Working with Prin
34. Installation of the Mounting System Optional 3 25 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual The mounting adapter for green red and gold coloured printheads is as shown in Figure 3 39 The mounting adapter for a red green or gold printhead assembly is available in lengths of 400 or 600 mm a g Figure 3 39 Mounting Adapter The mounting adapter for gold coloured printheads is shown in Figure 3 40 The mounting adapter for a gold printhead assembly is available in a length of 400 mm Figure 3 40 Mounting Adapter Gold Printhead Figure 3 41 shows an example for single head mounting system ise Print from above Print from the side A Figure 3 41 Single head Mounting System 3 26 Installation of the Mounting System Optional Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual The stainless steel mounting system for red and green printheads is shown in Figure 3 42 This mounting system is especially well suited for the pharmaceutical medical and food industries The mounting adapter for a red or green printhead assembly is available in a length of 200 mm Figure 3 42 Stainless Steel Mounting System The stainless steel mounting adapter for blue printhead is shown in Figure 3 43 The mounting adapter for a blue printhead assembly is available in a length of 200 mm Figure 3 43 Stainless Steel Mounting Adapter Blue Printhead The mounting adapter for a gold printhead assembly is available in a length of 200 mm
35. Plate and Spacer Plate The adapter plate and the spacer plate are required if the locating wheel is used for mounting the sensor to the printhead Figure 3 11 Adapter Plate left hand and Spacer Plate Rev AB 3 6 Integral Parts and Accessories Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Parallelogram and Locating Wheel The resilient printhead suspension element ensures that the printing distance is always optimized irrespective of the product position Vertically mounted Horizontally mounted Figure 3 12 Parallelogram with Locating Wheel Deflector and Locating Wheel The deflector is an alternative for the locating wheel Both of these components facilitate initial distance compensation to ensure optimum print quality Either the locating wheel or the deflector is used depending on the specific application Figure 3 13 Deflector and Locating Wheel Rev AB Integral Parts and Accessories 3 7 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Shaft Encoder The shaft encoder is used to measure the product speed which is fed back to the controller Figure 3 14 Shaft encoder Measuring Wheel for Shaft Encoder The shaft encoder measuring wheels for different conveyor belt surfaces are shown in Figure 3 15 P we 4 e eg c A M amp Figure 3 15 Measuring Wheels for the Shaft Encoder Resilient Shaft Encoder Mount The resilient mount ensures that the shaft encoder is perfectly supported
36. Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Error Report on CLARITY Operator Interface Status No E1103 Invalid Job File failed To Render Logo Invalid or Warning missing graphic file correct in CLARISOFT E1104 Invalid Job File Invalid User Concession Default Warning offset date falls outside the date range correct in CLARiSOFT E1200 Invalid Job File Invalid Barcode Character Barcode Warning contains invalid characters for type correct in CLARiSOFT E1201 Invalid Job File Invalid Barcode Check Digit Check if Warning the digit is incorrect correct in CLARISOFT E1202 Invalid Job File EAN data longer than 48 characters Warning EAN barcode contains more than 48 characters correct in CLARISOFT E1203 Invalid Job File EAN barcode out of specification Warning Characters to create Application Identifier is insufficient correct in CLARISOFT E1204 Invalid Job File Application Identifier Incorrect Warning Application Identifier contains non numeric data correct in CLARISOFT E1205 Invalid Job File Application Identifier Length Incorrect Warning Application Identifier 23 requires a length digit correct in CLARISOFT E1206 Invalid Job File EAN Field Incorrect Length EAN Warning barcode does not have expected number of digits specified by Application Identifier correct in CLARiSOFT E1207 Invalid Job File EAN barcode out of specifica
37. URBO 3 Setthe sensitivity to the minimum Turn the trimmer until the indicator is within the transparent display area Rev AB Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge 3 21 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 4 Using a measuring object set the sensitivity in the identification area To do so turn the trimmer in clockwise direction until the function indicator red LED glows This is point A 5 Remove the measuring object If the function indicator red LED does not glows without an object continue turning the trimmer in clockwise direction until it glows This is point B Note If the function indicator red LED glows without an object the indicator must be switched off turn trimmer counterclockwise Then turn the trimmer in clockwise direction again until the function indicator glows This is point B 6 Setthe sensitivity to an average point C between point A and point B Once the sensitivity difference between point A and point B is half a rotation stable identification will be possible C A 7 Set the D ON L ON switch in dependency on whether the sensor should be switched ON or OFF for an object h DON 0 LON Note After changing over the FINE TURBO selector switch sensitivity must be readjusted 3 22 Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Shaft Encoder Optional The shaft encoder is used to match the printing speed to the speed of the target
38. age Fault design has reached the allocated end value E1002 Abort Operation Aborted The operation of the Fault printer has been stopped by the host control system E1300 Slave Printer Absent Communications between the Fault Master printer and the Slave have been lost check cabling E1301 Master Printer Absent Master printer configured Fault incorrectly Slave check configuration and cabling E1302 Slave Job Select Failed Communications between the Fault Master and Slave printer is lost check cabling Table 8 6 CLARiTY Error Messages Continued Other Error Messages Message Possible Cause Solution No printhead The job loaded in the print Reduce the number of heads in the job installed memory requires more or connect more printheads printheads than connected Faulty cable connection faulty Check the connections between the plug and socket connector Wolke m600 touch and the printhead faulty printhead electronics If the fault is not eliminated contact the persons in charge at Wolke Table 8 7 Other Error Messages 6 12 Other Error Messages Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Message Possible Cause Solution In diagnostic menu if no Replace the printhead Check the printhead is connected The connections printhead might be faulty The connection between printer and printhead is not established correctly No cartridge No cartridge inserted Insert a cartridge
39. ages French Italian German and Spanish Password protection Three user levels Remote Printer CLARITY configuration manager Configuration Software Offline set up and parameter storage available as standard Diagnostics On board diagnostics as standard Table 9 2 System Specifications Rev AB System Specifications 9 9 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual System Description Specifications On board Memory SD Card Table 9 2 System Specifications Continued Other languages available upon request Networking and External Communications Table 9 3 lists the networking and external communication systems and its components Networking and Component External Communications External Data RS232 point to point communications Communication Ethernet 10 100 base TX network communications Binary and ASCII Comms Protocols and Windows and Drivers Host PC mode Remote database using CLARINET USB Port Network Control CLARiCOM CLARINET printer independent Software network management software Table 9 3 Networking and External Communications 9 10 Networking and External Communications Rev AB Terminals Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Power Supply Table 9 4 lists the power supply performance values Power Supply 90 264 V Requirements 47 63 Hz single phase type TN or TT 320 VA max 2 5A 115 V AC 1 4A 230 V AC 60A max surge 230 V 30A max surge 9 1
40. and Operating System updating CLARITY operating system Contains information about the commissioning of the printer Printer Operation Contains the information about viewing and selecting a new print job modifying and deleting a job from the jobs database generating a print job editing the job file and various settings required for reverse printing Maintenance Contains the information on service and maintenance Troubleshooting Contains the operator level diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures EN Specifications Contains printer specifications Table 1 3 List of Chapters 1 6 Abbreviations and Acronyms Rev AB Safety This chapter contains the following topics Introduction Equipment safety guidelines Placement of the printer Printhead installation guidelines Ink safety guidelines e Safety Warnings for Wolke m600 touch Printers Medical emergencies N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMACGE Read this chapter thoroughly before attempting to install operate service or maintain this equipment AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY The intended use of this printer is to print information directly onto a product Follow the installation and operating instructions at all times Only trained personnel should carry out maintenance or repair Use of this equipment for any other purposes may lead to serious personal injury Rev AB 2 1 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Introduction The policy of Wolke Inks and Printe
41. aution The caution statements indicate hazards or unsafe practices that result in equipment or property damage They have a triangular symbol with an exclamation mark to the immediate left of the text They are always preceded by the word Caution They are always found before the step or information referring to the hazard For example A N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Read this chapter thoroughly before attempting to install operate service or maintain this equipment Notes provide additional information about a particular topic For example Note You can set the password protection for some functions to prevent any access that is not authorised Content Presentation 1 5 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Abbreviations and Acronyms Abbreviation Expansion Alternating Current LED Light Emitting Diode User Interface WYSIWYG What You See Is What You Get Table 1 2 Abbreviations and Acronyms Chapters in the Manual This manual is divided into nine chapters An introduction to the topics that each chapter covers is shown in Table 1 3 Chapter Chapter Name Description 1 Introduction Contains the information about this manual the related publications and writing styles used in this manual LE Safety Contains the safety and hazard information Installation Contains the information about installation of the main components of printer CLARiTY Contains the information about CLARITY9 operating system
42. b 2 To assign a particular job to Line 1 Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual a Select Line 1 Figure 6 29 Line Select x Line 1 Production Disabled gt X Line 2 Production Disabled gt Q3 Line 3 Production Disabled gt e Line 4 Production Disabled gt Figure 6 29 Line Select b Select the correct job from the job list and touch OK c You can preview the assigned job Figure 6 30 d Touch OK and Home Page appears The job selected is shown on the Line Select page A OEE X Job Select VJ8510 Dot Sample Printhead 1 Printhead 2 23 04 2012 CDX210V 23 04 2012 CDX210V Printhead 3 Printhead 4 23 04 2012 CDX210V 23 04 2012 CDX210V Cancel OK Figure 6 30 Job Select Preview Line Select Mode 6 25 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 3 To Remove the line assignment Line Select Line 1 VJ8510 7 Dot Sample Line 2 VJ8510 7 Dot Sample gt X Line 3 Production Disabled X Line 4 Production Disabled Figure 6 31 Line Select Page b Remove Line Assignment page appears with the following choices Figure 6 32 e To disable a production line select Disable Toallow the product to go out without printing select No Print Line Select Remove Line Assignment Q Remove Line Assignment You have chosen to remove the selected job for Line 2 Would you like to Disable production from Li
43. ck Sapphire 5 Spot Colour Red 6 Spot Colour Green 7 Spot Colour Blue 8 Non Porous Black Cancel Back Next gt Figure 5 15 Ink Type 9 Touch Next to complete system configuration SHUTDOWN X Tools SetupsControl System Configuration 4 Q9 System Configuration System Configuration complete To finish configuring the system you should now select a Job to print A new Job can be designed and downloaded to the printer using CLARISOFT You may also need to adjust the Registration for the Job This settings can be found in the Tools gt Setup gt Printhead menu Figure 5 16 System Configuration Complete To finish configuring the printer select a job to print Note To setup the printer without using the Configuration Wizard see How to Set the System Settings on page 5 21 Rev AB Setting up the Printer 5 11 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual How to Start the Printer 1 Touch the Startup Shutdown icon to start the printer 2 The STARTING UP status appears in the status bar of the CLARITY Home Page Figure 5 17 followed by OFFLINE status when the printer is successfully prepared for printing 3 The Stop and Run icons become active Offline Status Home 10 47 30 04 2012 JOB Variable Data four Startup Shutdown Performance Consumables Cartridge 1 Cartridge 2 99 O Throughput p m Batch Count O Cartridge 3 Cartridge 4 Total Count 156 Fig
44. ctor cable for 6 Ink cartridge example type WLK667482 printhead controller 7 Photoelectric cell 3 Printhead Figure 3 20 Standard Printhead 3 10 Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Special Version Printheads for Printing Different Types of Print Material The red printhead is short and uses the lower version of head plate with cable outlet at the bottom see Figure 3 21 Figure 3 21 Red Printhead The green printhead is long and uses the lower version of head plate with cable outlet at the top see Figure 3 22 This version permits print material to be printed which is fed through deep inside the machine Figure 3 22 Green Printhead Rev AB Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge 3 11 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual The gold printhead is similar to the green printhead but has a side mount Since it does not have the mounting lugs at the bottom it can be integrated even deeper in the machine Figure 3 23 Gold Printhead Positioning of Printhead The different printheads positions after the installation are as shown in Figure 3 24 A A Printhead at the Side Printhead at the Top Printhead Horizontal Figure 3 24 Printhead Positioning Options Note It is not possible to print from below against gravity 3 12 Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge Rev AB Rev AB Printhead Arrangement CU A 1 2 se C3 9 1
45. dicator by one mark on the indicator scale Sensitivity trimmer Sensitivity varies according to the print material Turning the trimmer in clockwise direction increases the sensitivity Turning the trimmer in counterclockwise direction reduces the sensitivity Adjust the sensitivity every time you use a different print material FINE TURBO selector switch FINE switch is used for recognizing minimal differences or for exact positioning Standard setting reaction time is 250 microsecond TURBO switch is used for recognizing an object across large distances or an object with low reflection Reaction time is 500 microsecond 3 20 Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Output timer selector switch OFF D OFF delay 40 ms ON D ON delay 40 ms OFF Delay switched off standard setting Output Selector Switch D ON The setting for special applications The print resolution at the transition is from reflective to non reflective L ON The print resolution at the transition is from non reflective to reflective standard setting Note You can verify the photoelectric cell operation information in Diagnostics menu see Diagnostics on page 8 14 How to detect a Measuring Object Do the following tasks to detect a measuring object 1 Set the D ON L ON selector switch to the L ON position D ON 0 LON 2 Set the FINE TURBO selector switch to the FINE position FINE T
46. e 0 0 eee eee ee eee 7 3 Recovering Nozzles Purge Nozzles 0 00 0 0 ee eee 7 4 To purge the printheads when not in production 7 4 Maintaining The Printer ocu qux E ra um pb een 7 5 opare Parts EISE ure ato sea dn ewan duc Matec icr a N 7 5 Gg T rm 7 7 NCCOSSOMCS it es quiate da conse ob Sins oa Mans deste eae a ee 7 7 Rev AB 1 3 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Fault Messages and Warnings 0 0 cece eee eee eee 8 1 Reading a Fault Message or Warning 8 1 Clearing a Fault Message or Warning 8 2 PERUNO EQull 125i ees oU Sn 6 ate Seas wipes eas 8 4 JOD Pauls 4 5 444 b wiesdindnqiwadddannestbdabeysad beboset based 8 8 P re IT TAS esie qu bee bucket dpi dnd Dot anos a n bd cat Seen ee 8 8 Carmidee FIUS idu ete Saleen eae oe EE EE EQ Ei 8 8 ine Selec Oli Fauli ood ex Ra es tt ova Een Puta eee gutter 8 9 CLARITY Error Dies5apes saco cune adek eer e eg rte eee weds 8 9 Other Brror MessaPeSu eene d Nardo d b oo bt ceases tte 8 12 PAIS acetone C UU E E E E quendi oe ese oe m Ed 8 13 DIJO DOSUeS uen ant Se hae edet aq aL ed Au eua is Ba ara a he 6 14 Chapter 9 Specifications Techieall RAW ANS Se ucc obs tek eter ids a quete dfi aia ie dist Sedi Gods 9 1 Printhead Beo ns snc sas ages e dde eed cond i e nnd d 9 1 Printhead Red l lleel ees 9 2 Printhead Green
47. e Usage of Input 3 Line Select O Usage of Input 4 Line Select 1 Usage of Input 5 Line Select 2 Usage of Input 6 Line Select 3 External Print Signal Off Inhibit Print Disabled Figure 4 11 Input Configuration screen Using the Tools Page 4 11 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Encoder Touch the Encoder button to access the Encoder diagnostics page The Encoder diagnostics page allows the user to access the following encoder parameters Figure 4 12 on page 4 12 OFFLINE Tools Diagnostics Printhead nputs Encoder Encoder Speed Omm s Print Speed Omm s Encoder Type Single Phase o Wheel Diameter 63 80mm Number Of Lines 2500 Figure 4 12 Encoder Diagnostics Page EncoderSpeed Shows the actual real time speed of the object being measured by the encoder Print Speed Shows the print speed Encoder Type Shows the current encoder type Wheel diameter Shows the diameter of the encoder wheel Number of lines Shows the resolution of the encoder expressed as the number of pulses per revolution 4 12 Using the Tools Page Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual e Line Select If the Line Select is enabled on the controller the user can assign a job to the required line OFFUNE X Tools Diagnostics Printhead Inputs Line Select Line Select Strobe Off Line Input O Off Line Input 1 Off Line Input 2 Off Line Input 3 Off Figure 4 13
48. e Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 4 Click the OK button The Progress window which displays the status bar appears The status bar indicates the status of the job downloading process see Figure 6 5 F g Progress Wi Completed hse CLARICOM pam uy Pica rri Gee Detal Figure 6 5 Progress Window 5 Remove the null modem cable after the job is downloaded completely The job file exists on the board memory of the printer Download a Job from the PC to USB Memory Stick Note To download the job file to a memory stick the job file must exist in the PC Do the following tasks to download a job from the PC to a USB memory stick 1 Insert the USB memory stick into the PC Rev AB How to Download a Job File 6 5 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 2 On the File menu click Job Download see Figure 6 6 The Download window appears see Figure 6 7 on page 6 6 Ch CLARISOFT C Users Administrator Desktop 4head_elipse ciff Edit View Tools Help LjNew Ctrl N Open Ctri 0 my ave Ctrl 3 Save As User Level Ctrl Ll Date Calculations Data Sources Select Coder Properties Ld Print Preview 1 2ub Image Preview Print T Job Download Recent Files Exit AUN Figure 6 6 Job Download Command Download C Users Administrator Desktop 4head_elipse ciff Printer Type Windows Printer Real Time Coder Select Output Device Videojet CLARITY VJ8510 En
49. e job you can leave this screen as it is You can touch OK at a later stage to select the job at that time f you want to step back through the job select screens to make alterations to the variable data touch Cancel Tocancel the job selection altogether touch Home button Touch To Edit Rev AB To update and change user fields quickly and easily in a printing job the user can use the Touch To Edif feature Note Touch to Edit feature is turned off by default and needs to be activated in Clarity Configuration Manager 1 Select the Current Job Details Bar to display the job preview Touch To Edit 6 15 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual SHUTDOWN Text DefaultText 3 18 03 2013 DefaultText 9 7 DefaultText 2 FixedText 0 00 Figure 6 19 Message preview Touch to edit 2 Touch the Es button 3 The job opens with the user editable fields highlighted Note Only jobs that have user editable fields can be edited using Touch to Edit feature These are set up in CLARiSOFT during message creation SHUTDOWN X TIJ Text Touch To Edit DefaultText DefaultText 3 18 03 2013 DefaultText2 FixedText 0 00 Cancel Figure 6 20 User Editable Fields Highlighted 4 To edita user field touch the user field 6 16 Touch To Edit Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 9 The appropriate user field editor based on the user field type is displayed fo
50. e responsible protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a industrial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference In such cases the users will be required to correct the interference at their own expense Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with Class A FCC limits The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington DC 20402 Stock No 004 00 00345 4 This equipment has been tested and certified for compliance with U S regulations regarding safety by TUV SUD America Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual For Customers in Canada Emissions The equipment complies with the Canada ICES 003 Class A Safety The equipment complies with Canadian standard C22 2 No 60950 1 2007 This equipment has been tested and certified for compliance with Canadian regulations regarding safety by TUV SUD America For Customers in the European Union This equipment displays the CE mark to indicate conformance to the following legislation EU Electromagnetic
51. elete a Job from the Jobs Database 6 21 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Note You can touch Select All to remove all the jobs from the list The job preview will not be displayed if more than one job is selected 9 Touch the Home icon to return to the home page How to Set up Counters Counters will be set up in CLARiSOFT for example consecutive numbering Counter status Counter status defines the starting value for the counter The starting value can be entered as variable data by the user The maximum counter value is 999 999 999 The counter value will be stored in the memory as long as the job is selected The counter is reset to the starting value once the job is reselected The starting value can either be the default value or the value entered by the user Number of Series This is for setting the number of products to be identified with the same counter value and can be entered as variable data by the user 6 22 How to Set up Counters Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Example The first product batch is comprised of 50 packages Number of series 50 fx The first 50 packages will be printed with the same counter value batch number Counter Final Value The counter counts up or down until this value is reached The printer will then either restart or stop printing depending on the reached final value setting Reached Final Value When the Counter final value is reached the Reached final value function
52. er To access the diagnostics screen Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics Figure 8 4 For more information refer Working with Diagnostics on page 4 8 aj Tools Diagnostics Printhead Consumables T Control Options D Figure 8 4 Diagnostics Page 6 14 Diagnostics Rev AB Specifications This chapter contains the following topics Technical drawings Technical specifications e System specifications e Terminals Technical Drawings Printhead Blue Figure 9 1 Printhead Dimensions Rev AB Technical Drawings 9 1 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Printhead Red Figure 9 2 Printhead Dimensions 9 2 Technical Drawings Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Printhead Green Figure 9 3 Printhead Dimensions Printhead Gold Figure 9 4 Printhead Dimensions Rev AB Technical Drawings 9 3 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Sensor When cover Is opened 78 max Figure 9 5 Sensor Dimensions 9 4 Technical Drawings Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Sensor with Installation Mount 36 5 Spot facingi 6 Depthie 2x 4 4x3 4 Figure 9 6 Sensor Dimensions Rev AB Technical Drawings 9 5 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Adapter Plate for Sensor 3 20 37 70 46 50 Figure 9 7 Adapter Plate Dimensions Spacer Plate for Sensor for use with a Locating Wheel ss asnasan aaj Figure 9 8 Spacer Plate Dimensio
53. er Description WLK610145 Photocell Kit K2 PNP WLK610141 Photocell K2 PNP Table 7 4 Accessories Rev AB Cables 7 7 Troubleshooting This chapter contains the following topics Fault messages and warnings Printing faults Job faults Purging faults Cartridge faults Line selection faults CLARiTY error messages Other error messages e Alarms Fault Messages and Warnings If CLARiTY displays a fault or warning perform the following Read the fault or warning message Perform the task as per the message C ear the message from the display sometimes the message clears automatically when the fault is corrected and sometimes you have to clear it by touching the Clear button Reading a Fault Message or Warning When a fault or warning occurs CLARiTY displays the fault message in the status window at the top of all pages When a fault occurs the printer s fault output relay will open If this relay is wired into the packaging machine s stop circuit it can be used to ensure that the packaging machine is stopped in the event of an error This prevents the uncoded product from being produced when the printer has a fault Rev AB Fault Messages and Warnings 8 1 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual PrintHeadRemovedFault The fault PrintHeadRemovedFault has occurred and is preventing jobs from being printed Please correct the problem Once corrected the
54. er change ty Parameters downloaded ty CLARITY started ty CLARITY exited 8 CLARITY Update started amp Parameters downloaded a CLARITY started 11 52 59 12 03 2013 gt 11 52 05 12 03 2013 gt 11 49 47 12 03 2013 gt 11 41 44 12 03 2013 gt 11 41 25 12 03 2013 gt 11 22 58 12 03 2013 gt 16 12 33 11 03 2013 2 Table 6 1 Buttons to Filter the Log Function Lists both machine and user events Lists only user events Lists only machine events The following machine events are logged e CLARITY Started s w version PCB serial no e CLARITY Exit e Power Failure detected Fault Warning raised Fault Name Fault Warning cleared Fault Name Parameters download CCFG Production Audit Log 6 33 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual The following user events are logged Each user event is also labelled with name of the user performing the change when advanced passwords are turned on Parameter change Param Name old and new value e CLARITY Clone restored File name e CLARITY Archive restored File name e CLARITY Update started update name Touch on any event log to view the details of the log Figure 6 42 6 34 Production Audit Log SHUTDOWN X Production Audit og Parameter change Parameter change Occured 11 52 59 12 03 2013 Details Parameter Imaging Preview QuickPosition Field00 XPosition Parame
55. er may perform in an unpredictable manner System Information Displays the serial number and revision number of Printed Circuit Board PCB CPU speed and equipment reference information Communications Touch Communications on the Control dialog box Communications dialog box appears The following parameters appears in the dialog box RUNNING x Tools Diagnostics Control Communications 4 Communication Port 1 gt TCP IP gt eoe A gt V Figure 4 19 Communications Communication Port 1 Displays the status of serial ports including the baud rate TCP IP Displays the status of the ethernet port P Address Displays the IP Address of the controller eSubnet Mask Displays the Subnet Mask number e CLARITY Communications Displays the port number and CLARITY network status e Text Communications Indicates if the Text Communications has been enabled for this printer e ZPL Emulation Indicates if the ZPL Emulation has been enabled for this printer Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Control Communications TCP IP IP Address Subnet Mask CLARITY Communications Text Communications ZPL Emulation Figure 4 20 TCP IP Parameters mage Update Queue Allows the queue of print jobs to be updated where a number of print jobs have been sent to the printer Working with Database Navigate to Tools gt Databases Figure 4 21
56. es It is recommended that you use a microfiber cloth to clean them For optimum cleaning results dampen the cloth slightly with distilled water Replace the cartridge with a new one Please do not forget to reset the ink level in the Change cartridge menu to 100 Align the printheads exactly The nozzle rows must be aligned at exactly 90 to the print direction Use the installation aid during installation Align the printheads exactly The nozzle rows must be aligned at exactly 90 to the print direction Use the installation aid during installation Adjust the image design in CLARISOFT to have non overlapping fields Increase the resolution DPI for this job Reduce the resolution DPI for this job the print material Both nozzle rows are being Reduce the vertical resolution used Table 8 1 Printing Faults Continued Rev AB Printing Faults 8 7 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Job Faults Fault Cause Solution The job cannot The job is not compatible with The job must be newly created for this be opened this Firmware version Firmware version After a certain A counter field is printed in Change the specifications for the job number of prints which the counter end value is the Wolke m600 predefined and the Wolke m600 touch touch switches to OFFLINE automatically mode when this value is switches to reached OFFLINE um UNES A limited print run has been Change the specificati
57. es with water for 15 minutes and consult a physician immediately AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY Do not pour any ink or cleaning solution into sinks sewers or drains Waste disposal must comply with local regulations Contact the appropriate regulatory agency for further information AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY Storage must comply with local regulations Contact the appropriate regulatory agency for further information The label on the cartridge or the Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS indicates if a particular ink is flammable or not Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY Read and understand the MSDS before using the ink An MSDS exists for each type of ink The appropriate sheet s are supplied along with the shipped product Ensure that you retain all MSDSs for future reference in case you need to consult a physician regarding an ink related accident Additional copies of MSDSs are available upon request and can be obtained by contacting the Wolke Customer Service Department at 49 0 9151 8161 20 Outside Germany customers should contact a subsidiary Wolke office or their local Wolke distributor Safety Warnings for Wolke m600 touch Printer Rev AB Some additional warnings that are specific to the Wolke m600 touch printers are described in this section Grounding and Bonding AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always prevent static discharge from occurring Use proper Grounding and Bondin
58. f Shaft Encoder A shaft encoder from another manufacturer can be used instead of the standard type from Wolke at any time However any such shaft encoder must have exactly the same values as those set out in Terminals on page 9 11 Following are the important information about the use of a shaft encoder Terminals 9 13 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Incorrect pulses per meter ratio set on the Wolke m600 touch If the ratio of pulses per meter set on the Wolke m600 touch is identical to the actual situation example a different measuring wheel measuring wheel is not in direct contact with the belt different shaft encoder the print image will either be stretched or compressed lengthwise If the printheads print with both nozzle rows the two print images created by the two offset nozzle rows will not be exactly aligned with each other A shadow appears If the print image is made up of several printheads an offset will also be visible at the transition from one printhead to the other Slippage on the measuring wheel on the shaft encoder If the shaft encoder is not pressed onto the conveyor belt with enough pressure or is in contact with a very smooth surface example belt driving roller the shaft encoder may occasionally slip and the Wolke m600 touch will then receive incorrect speed information In the print image this is apparent in stretching in the print direction and an offset at the printhead transition points Another
59. g methods Always bond conductive equipment together with approved cables to maintain them at the same potential and minimize static discharge Only use Wolke approved metallic service trays and ground cables Electrical Power N Warning PERSONAL INJURY This equipment must be installed with a locally positioned mains supply isolation device This can be either a plug and socket or a switch connector or circuit breaker in accordance with IEC 60947 3 or IEC 60947 2 Safety Warnings for Wolke m600 touch Printer 2 5 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Ensure that all external energy sources mains and mains power connector are isolated from equipment This should be done before attempting any maintenance or repair on any part of the product or before opening or removing any printer covers A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Ensure that any cables from the printer are secured to avoid chance of movement into walkways and becoming a trip hazard AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY There will be sections of the Wolke m600 touch control board that will be permanently powered via the on board lithium battery therefore it is essential that the board should never be placed onto nor stored in or on any conductive surface including conductive plastic bags etc as this would flatten the battery and or potentially result in battery overheating The battery is not to be replaced by the operator Communications N Ca
60. he Clear button is activated Press Clear to remove the fault message Rev AB Fault Messages and Warnings 8 3 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Printing Faults The job is not The job is empty i e there are no printable objects such as text time date counter or barcode fields in the job printed Solution Open load and start a job with print data in it The job was not loaded to the The job must be loaded to the print print memory memory before printing The status of the Wolke m600 touch is not on running A shaft encoder is being used but is not activated in the system settings A shaft encoder is being used but it is activated in the system settings of the shaft encoder The DO Dark On setting has been applied on the photoelectric cell The photoelectric cell has been connected to a printhead that has not been parameterized in the system settings because the range is not large enough or the print material is too far away and is not detected as a result The sensitivity of the photoelectric cell has been incorrectly set In order to start printing the START key has to be pressed Activate the shaft encoder in the system settings Deactivate the shaft encoder in the system settings and set the constant printing speed Switch the setting on the photoelectric cell to the standard setting LO Light On Connect the photoelectric cell to a printhead as defined in the pr
61. he required username and enter the associated password 4 20 Password Protection Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Figure 4 22 Password Screen Rev AB Password Protection 4 21 Commissioning This chapter provides the procedures to do the following tasks Insert the cartridge into the printhead e Switch the power ON e Set the screen orientation e Start the printer e Stop the printer e Set the system settings Configure the job settings How to Insert the Cartridge into the Printhead To insert the cartridge into the printhead do the following tasks Note Make sure that the printer is turned off 1 Remove the protective tape from the gold contactor and nozzle plate on the new cartridge Note Do not touch the contactor plate Any soiling will have an adverse effect on the printed image 2 Flip the locking lever item 2 Figure 5 1 on page 5 2 back and insert the cartridge item 3 Rev AB How to Insert the Cartridge into the Printhead 5 1 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 1 Printhead 2 Lock Lever 3 Cartridge Figure 5 1 Insert Ink Cartridge 3 Press the cartridge inside towards the back in a straight line see Figure 5 2 Figure 5 2 Fix Ink Cartridge 4 Secure the cartridge to the printhead by pressing the locking lever down see Figure 5 3 on page 5 3 5 2 How to Insert the Cartridge into the Printhead Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Figure 5 3 Ink Car
62. ides information about the status of the printer like Running if the printer is online Offline if the printer is disconnected Shutdown if the printer is switched off Tools Button Permits the user to access the Tools page Current Job Details Page Displays the information about the current job e Consumables Information Provides information about the status of the consumables like printing ink Print Position Permits the user to set the product delay parameters Product delay is the time between the start of the product trigger point and the print start position Performance Information Provides information about the number of jobs produced in a batch total number of individual jobs printed and the speed at which the job is printed ignored printhead print signal details and so on 4 2 Using the Home Page Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual e System Control Buttons Permits the user to switch off or switch on the printer e Home Button Permits the user to access the Home screen as shown in Figure 4 1 Job Select Button Permits the user to select the required job from the list Using the Tools Page Touch the Tools icon on the home page to access the tools page Figure 4 2 Diagnostics V Databases Figure 4 2 Tools Page The Tools page allows the user to access the following pages e Setup Page Permits the user to modify a small subset of the printer setup parameters
63. ing the Tools Page 4 7 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Working with Diagnostics Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics Figure 4 7 C mj ools Diagnostics Printhead Consumables Control Options Figure 4 7 Diagnostics Page The diagnostics page allows you to access the following pages Printhead Consumables Control for example software versions system information communications port status Options 4 8 Using the Tools Page Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Working with Printhead Diagnostics Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Printhead Figure 4 8 amp OFFLINE x p Tools Diagnostics Printhead Q Printhead 1 gt Printhead 2 gt Printhead 3 gt o Printhead 4 gt Horizontal Print Density 100 600 DPI Vertical Print Density 100 600 DPI All Nozzles Inputs gt gt Outputs gt Figure 4 8 Printhead Diagnostics Page The Printhead diagnostics page allows the user to access the following parameters Printhead 1 4 Horizontal Print Density Vertical Print Density nputs e Outputs e Timings Rev AB Using the Tools Page 4 9 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Printhead 1 2 3 and 4 This screen shows the current value of different parameters to help you find the faults Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Printhead gt Printhead 1 Figure 4 9 The user can view the different printhead settings like
64. inter settings or adjust the printer settings Setting up the Printer on page 5 7 Turn the setting screw on the photoelectric cell in the direction until the LED on the photoelectric cell shines green or move the print material closer to the optical fiber on the photoelectric cell Please make sure that the photoelectric cell is correctly set Please observe the specifications in the manual The photoelectric cell is faulty Replace the photoelectric cell with a new one that works The photoelectric cell is not connected to the printhead or is Connect the photoelectric cell correctly to the printhead see manual not connected to it properly The optical fiber may be soiled Please clean the optical fiber with a and has to be cleaned damp cloth One of the optical fibers may be Please replace the optical fiber with a damaged or broken new one that works The photoelectric cell fails to detect the print material Table 8 1 Printing Faults 6 4 Printing Faults Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Solution The optical fiber is not inserted Insert the optical fiber into the relevant deeply enough holes as far as the stop and secure with the lever The cartridge is empty Replace the cartridge with a new one The protective tape on the The nozzle rows on new cartridges are nozzle rows on the cartridge protected by a protective tape If you was not removed forget to remove this protective
65. inter components Integral Parts and Accessories Delivery of Parts Remove all parts from the cardboard box and remove the packaging material Avoid damaging the components when using sharp objects to open the packaging Check that all parts included in the scope of supply are present and in good condition If parts are missing or damaged please call Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH Customer Service Department at 49 0 9151 81 61 12 Germany only or contact the local Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH representative Rev AB Integral Parts and Accessories 3 1 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Main Parts and Accessories Controller The controller is a touch screen user interface with an internal power supply All communication and power supply cables are connected directly to the controller The controller is supplied with a standard mounting bracket Figure 3 1 Controller Printheads The blue printhead is suitable for all standard applications The red green and gold coloured special size printheads are designed for non standard installation and restricted space applications 3 2 Integral Parts and Accessories Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Figure 3 2 Printheads Connector Cables The printhead cable is available with straight connectors or with right angled plug on one side Figure 3 3 Connector Cable from Printhead to the Controller One Cable per Printhead Rev AB Integral Part
66. ion Figure 9 11 on page 9 12 shows the top view of the solder side of the plug The cable connector used Cable tie series 423 type 99 5629 15 12 Figure 9 11 Top View Table 9 6 lists the connector pin functions for shaft encoder socket Pin No onthe Function Values Wolke m600 touch t E LL s 9 pe se o omoa e eo eben E omona e NEN Output signal B 90 out of phase Table 9 6 Pin Functions 9 12 Terminals Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Technical Data Shaft Encoder The output signal of the shaft encoder must be a rectangular pulse signal This signal input on the Wolke m600 touch is equipped with a pull up resistor against 5 V It is sufficient if the primary detector can only drive the output signal actively to ground 0 V Low level open collector output If the primary detector used can also be actively run on a high level 5 V the output voltage must not exceed 5 5 V Table 9 7 lists the specifications for the shaft encoder connection Properties of the shaft encoder output signal pulse Maximum output voltage 5 5 V Low level output voltage 0 to 0 8 V pulse pulse t t Rin R Signal length of pulse 200 ns min Signal length of pause 200 ns min Ratio of pulse to pause 10 to 90 Ratio of pulse meter 5000 to 15000 Imp m Maximum pulse frequency 300 kHz Table 9 7 Specifications of the Shaft Encoder Figure 9 12 Output Signal Profile o
67. lder in its original position Rev AB Maintaining the Power Supply 7 3 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Recovering Nozzles Purge Nozzles Depending on the type of ink used the ink may dry on the nozzle plate of the cartridge if not used for some time This is very much dependent on ambient conditions air temperature air humidity The Purging function helps to improve such sticking characteristics after the printer has not been used for a while This is done by purging out a few drops of ink before the actual printing process begins To purge the printheads when not in production To purge the printheads proceed as follows 1 On the Home page navigate to Tools gt Setup 2 On the Setup page touch Consumables 3 On the Consumables screen touch the required Printhead For example if you want purge the first Printhead touch Purge Printhead 1 SHUTDOWN Tools Setup Consumables Purge Printhead 1 Purge Printhead 2 Purge Printhead 3 Purge Printhead 4 Figure 7 3 Purge Printhead Follow the on screen instructions to complete the operation 7 4 Recovering Nozzles Purge Nozzles Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Maintaining The Printer Do the following inspections and perform the measures as per the scheduled frequency Inspection Check point Frequency Measures Printhead Check the contact pins Monthly If necessary replace the printhead Return visually for damage the damaged printhead to us c
68. material as it passes the printhead The encoder is connected to the controller s encoder input For smooth or hard belt surfaces suitable for standard shaft encoders Figure 3 33 Shaft Encoder and Rubber Measuring Wheel Measurement of the speed by means of shaft encoder For optimal printing precise speed measurement is needed Since the speed of the product may fluctuate slightly for example because of unevenness in the conveyor belt or starting and stopping of production the use of an external shaft encoder is recommended The shaft encoder must ideally be mounted to run on the conveyor close to the printer in order to accurately measure the product speed Any discrepancy between measured and actual speed can result in poor print quality The use of a quadrature mode encoder is strongly recommended Installation of the External Shaft Encoder 1 2 3 4 Y xj oL 1r Sj J 1 Conveyor belt 3 Photoelectric cell 2 Printheads 4 Shaft encoder Figure 3 34 Mounting the External Shaft Encoder Rev AB Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge 3 23 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual To ensure the shaft encoder transmits the actual product speed consider the following Install the shaft encoder as close to the printheads as possible ideally in the same track Use the correct measuring wheel aluminium rubber plastic in order to achieve speed measurements without slippage 4 y S
69. me button to return to the home page How to Download a Job File A job file can be downloaded from the PC to the following locations Directly into the printer To USB memory stick Download Job File from the Personal Computer to the Printer 1 Connect the null modem cable between the PC and Comms port of the printer Note The printer must be turned on to download job files 2 Click the Printer icon from the toolbar in CLARiSOFT Printer name appears in the Select Output Device list box The file name is displayed in the title bar of the dialog box see Figure 6 3 on page 6 4 Rev AB How to Download a Job File 6 3 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Note For example C Users Administrator Desktop 4head_elipse ciff appears on the Title Bar in the Print window Print CAUsersyAdministratorNDesktopydhead elipse ciff Printer Type O Windows Printer Real Time Coder Select Output Device OAAA Videojet CLARITY VJ8510 Enter Number of Prints Required 0 Unlimited Image Options Download 35 Download and Select Print to File Print What Figure 6 3 Select Output Device 3 Click the Current Image button When CLARiSOFT connects to the printer a status box appears Once the communication is complete a Print Preview of the Job appears see Figure 6 4 Please conem that the folowing mages conten te cored data Figure 6 4 Print Preview of Job 6 4 How to Download a Job Fil
70. mounting brackets are connected to the controller with the help of knobs The bracket allows you to attach the controller as required to a suitable location How to Connect the Printer Components Do the following tasks to connect the printer components 1 Do not connect the connector cable before the printheads controller and if applicable a shaft encoder have been installed on the production line Rev AB Mounting of Controller 3 31 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 2 Identify both ends of each printhead cable using the enclosed cable markers and insert strips 3 Check that all union nuts are securely fastened on the connectors Otherwise there is risk of data communication errors 4 Make sure that the connector cable is laid at a sufficient distance from all sources of interference Do not lay the cable parallel to any frequency converters or servo motor cables Figure 3 48 shows the connection of the connector cable from the printhead to the controller 2 3 4 ney OI e e 5 m a 3 2 1 1 1 Back of the controller 3 Photoelectric cell 2 Conveyor belt 4 Shaft encoder Figure 3 48 Connector Cable Connection A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The controller must be switched off when the printheads are being installed For further information on the positions of the printheads refer to Positioning of Printhead on page 3 12 In general the controller must always be switched off before you connect or discon
71. ne 2 or Allow product from Line 2 to go out without this printer printing on it Disable No Print Figure 6 32 Remove Line Assignment 4 Line Select page appears again Figure 6 33 on page 6 27 6 26 Line Select Mode Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual a If you have selected Disable then the message Production Disabled appears b If you have selected No Print then the message Non Printing Job appears Line Select Q3 Line 1 VJ8510 7 Dot Sample gt Q3 Line 2 Non Printing Job gt Line 3 Production Disabled gt Qo Line 4 Production Disabled Figure 6 33 Line Select Page Reverse Print Reverse printing is used in systems where printheads are moved on traveling units Reverse printing permits printing in both directions of movement This chapter provides information on setting the following Input Installation Job Input Settings In case of reverse printing an input is configured to be used to control the printing direction Refer to the Wolke m600 touch Service Manual for more information In the preferred direction the printing direction is determined by setting in the installation settings If printing is required contrary to the preferred printing direction this input must be assigned a high level This changes over the printing direction prior to the print trigger signal This Rev AB Reverse Print 6 27 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual assignment mu
72. nect any external items 3 32 How to Connect the Printer Components Rev AB CLARiTY Operating oystem This chapter contains the following topics e Getting started with the CLARITY operating system Using the Home page Using the Tools page e Password Protection Getting started with the CLARITY CLARITY is an icon based operator control system It has an easy to use touch screen and most areas of the display are active that is touching an area on the screen is like pressing a button on a traditional control panel All technical aspects of the printer setup and control are accessed through the Tools button Figure 4 1 on page 4 2 shows the home page of the CLARITY operator control system Rev AB Getting started with the CLARiTY 4 1 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Using the Home Page 9 1 Y 75 A DR a 10 47 30 04 2012 JOB Variable Data four lt q 3 Performance Consumables gt Cartridge 1 Cartridge 2 O Throughput p m lt 4 Batch Count O 10096 Cartridge 3 Cartridge 4 6 lA 5 lt gt Total Count 156 100 100 1 Printer Status Bar 6 Performance Information 2 Tools Button 7 System Control Buttons 3 Current Job Details Bar 8 Home Button 4 Consumables Information 9 Job Select Button 5 Print Position Figure 4 1 CLARiTY Home Page The Home page allows the user to access the following pages Printer Status Bar Prov
73. ng tasks d Touch the data window to display the Calendar page Figure 6 18 Job Select Manual Ul Date May 2012 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 4 Default 26 May 2012 Days Offset af o gt Months Offset 21 22 23 24 25 27 1 gt Years Offset JODE 01 Cancel OK Figure 6 18 Calendar Page e Touch the or button to change the month and year 6 14 User Editable Fields Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual f Touch the date on the calendar to choose the date of the month and touch OK Note Any dates that are not available for selection because of pre defined rules that may have been set in CLARiSOFT are dimmed 5 Touch OK when you are satisfied that the information in the data window is correct The user interface checks the check box If there are only two user editable fields in the job the user interface automatically displays the second field If there are three or more fields it displays the list of user editable fields so that you can select one When you touch OK at the final field for this job and all the check boxes are checked the user interface shows you the preview of the image 6 Atthe preview perform one of the following If you are satisfied with the image and you want to run the new job touch OK Products will be printed with the new image until you make further changes or select a new job f you are not ready to print th
74. nnecting a PC laptop to the printer via a null modem cable in order to download jobs the USB device can be connected directly into the USB port on the CLARiTY Operator Interface Figure 6 12 USB Port To download a job from the USB device proceed as follows 1 Use the Print to File option within CLARiSOFT to download the Image CIFF file into a root directory called jobs on the USB memory device 2 Insert the USB memory device into the USB port Figure 6 12 3 Navigate to Tools gt Databases The database page displays the External Database Figure 6 13 ki R Tools Databases 4 Internal Capacity External Figure 6 13 External Database 6 10 Connecting the USB Database Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 4 Touch External to view all the jobs in the USB device Figure 6 14 9 Touch on the job you require the file size is displayed rs af ool Databases External 19 Statistics mm 16 JESKE i A One On o O memory nN e 5 One O A Print Test 2 O a e n lt gt Vv Cancel Edit 4 3 2 1 File Size 4 Cancel Button 2 Edit Button 3 Send Job to Database Button 5 Selected Job Figure 6 14 Jobs List on USB Device Using the buttons in the bottom of the page You can either edit the job or send a file to the local database or cancel the job from the USB device Connecting
75. ns 9 6 Technical Drawings Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual CLARITY Controller 244 mm 92 mm 9 6 inches 3 62 inches 170 mm W ab lt O O gt Figure 9 9 CLARiTY Controller Dimensions Rev AB Technical Drawings 9 7 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Parallelogram Figure 9 10 Parallelogram Dimensions Technical Specifications Table 9 1 lists the technical specifications of the printhead Technical Width Height Weight in grams Specification i W in H in mm mm Printhead blue 205 30 298 the view shows jet plate bottom printhead from the right Table 9 1 Technical Specifications 9 8 Technical Specifications Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Technical i Weight in grams Specification Printhead green 332 the view shows jet plate bottom printhead from the right Printhead gold 324 the view shows jet plate bottom printhead from the right Printhead red 268 the view shows jet plate bottom printhead from the right Controller User 8 4 TFT SVGA interface CLARITY Table 9 1 Technical Specifications Continued System Specifications Table 9 2 lists the system specifications System Description Specifications Operator Interface Full colour LCD touch panel CLARITY Interface Job selection and database support as standard WYSIWYG print preview Operator Interface Language selection includes English Dutch Langu
76. nt Deleting a job from the database Setting Up Counters Reverse Print Replacing the Ink Cartridge Production Audit Log Viewing the Current Job or Image The name of the current job is displayed on the CLARiTY home page Figure 6 1 Before starting the production line make sure that the current job is the job that you want to print Rev AB Viewing the Current Job or Image _ 6 1 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual RUNNING X Home 10 47 30 04 2012 JOB Variable Data four Performance Consumables Cartridge 1 Cartridge 2 Throughput p m l l Batch Count 0 100 Cartridge 3 Cartridge 4 Total Count 156 Figure 6 1 CLARITY Home Page To view more details of the current job proceed as follows 1 Touch the name of the JOB on the home page 2 This will display a preview of the job as shown in Figure 6 2 Best Before 23 01 2012 Figure 6 2 Current Job Details Display 3 To magnify the image on the screen double touch on the image to zoom in and zoom out If you are satisfied that the job is displayed correctly you can start the printer as described in How to Start the Printer on page 5 12 If the 6 2 Viewing the Current Job or Image Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual current job is not the job that you want to print refer to the instructions in Selecting a New Job on page 6 12 4 Touch the Back button on the navigation bar or the Ho
77. ol to access Image Update Queue Note The changes made to the job using this feature are saved How to Delete a Job from the Jobs Database To remove jobs that are no longer required proceed as follows 1 Touch the Tools icon on the home page 2 Touch the Database icon on the tools page to open the database page 3 Select the required database internal or external and touch Edit to go to the deletion screen see Figure 6 26 This page contains a list of all the available print jobs along with details of the space available for the storage of new jobs 6 20 How to Delete a Job from the Jobs Database Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 6 C HBEFUNE X lools Databases Internal 4 File m Barcode Control Image Small 3 8KB o Cartridge Test Image TwoHeadStitch Cancel Select All Delete Figure 6 26 Database Delete Window 4 Touch the name of the job that you want to remove from the list of jobs The job image appears in the preview window Ensure that the job is the one that you want to delete 9 Touch Delete to delete the job 6 Confirm the job to be removed Figure 6 27 lools Databases internal2 Delete Job Q Delete Job Are you sure you want to delete the Job Cartridge Test Image ciff Figure 6 27 Confirmation Screen 7 Touch Yes to remove the job 8 Repeat steps 4 to 7 to remove other jobs that are not required Rev AB How to D
78. olid aluminium Aluminium with Solid aluminium Plastic smooth smooth standard studded rubber with cross pokes cover Figure 3 35 Versions of Measuring Wheel Note If you are using a different shaft encoder refer to the Service Manual for more information Optionally a resilient shaft encoder can be used for optimum contact between the shaft encoder and the conveyor belt This mount adjusts the position and pressing pressure Figure 3 36 Resilient Shaft Encoder Mount Note Ideally you should avoid mounting the shaft encoder on the belt shaft or on the underside of the conveyor belt The speeds can be different here 3 24 Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Fixed speed Fixed Speed mode should only be used when the speed of the conveyor is constant and critical information is not to be printed Note If fixed speed mode is selected and the linear speed of the conveyor should change the length of the image printed will either increase or reduce accordingly Installation of the Mounting System Optional The mounting system for single head mounting allows fast and simple printhead mounting M 9 il A ui Figure 3 37 Single head Mounting of a Blue Printhead The adjusting unit for multi head mounting all printhead versions is as shown in Figure 3 38 This enables printheads to be finely adjusted for perfect print images Figure 3 38 Adjusting Unit Rev AB
79. on For more information refer How to Setup the Printhead Settings on page 5 15 Note When printheads are grouped together the parameters for the group are matched together The screen displays the number of groups If four printheads are grouped the screen displays it as Printhead 1 Rev AB Using the Tools Page 4 5 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Consumables Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Consumables Figure 4 5 Consumables page enables the user to purge the printheads SHUTDOWN X a Tools Setup Consumables 4 Purge Printhead 1 gt Purge Printhead 2 gt Purge Printhead 3 gt Purge Printhead 4 gt Figure 4 5 Consumables Purge Printhead 1 4 Allows the user to purge the printhead For more information refer How to Purge Printhead on page 5 16 Working with the Control Setup Page Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Control Figure 4 6 o 1 j A lt gt a amp OFFLINE x Tools Setup Control CLARITY Parameter Archives Internationalisation System Configuration Recalibrate Touchscreen Set Screen Orientation Date And Time Image Control Communications lt O Degrees gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt Figure 4 6 Control Page 4 6 Using the Tools Page Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual The Control page allows the user to set the following parameters e CLARITY Parame
80. on Aborted The operation of the printer has Fault been intentionally aborted by a host control system When ready to resume the operation the host control system cleared this abort condition and then this fault message clear automatically Real time Clock Fault There is a problem with the Fault real time clock which is required for the system to operate correctly Backup Battery is Flat The battery which powers the Warning printer s clock is flat This means that the date and time the currently selected job and some performance data is lost when the printer is switched off Table 8 6 CLARiTY Error Messages Rev AB Line Selection Faults 8 9 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual E1005 Print Limit Exceeded The current job is selected with a print limit i e a limit on the number of times the job can be printed This limit has been reached but the printer has received a further print signal that would have exceeded the limit This error clears after selecting Error Report on CLARITY Operator Interface Status a new job Alternatively a job selection command or variable data update from an external source also clears Fault this error Image Update Failure CLARITY is unable to update Fault the image that is printed next This usually occurs because products are too close to each other Touch the Clear button to restart the printer Image Update Failure CLARITY is unable to
81. ons for the job specified in the job settings Table 8 2 Job Faults Purging Faults Solution No purge The purge pause setting may be Adjust the purge setting operation too long i e the actual print pause is not as long as the print pause set in the purge menu Table 8 3 Purging Faults Cartridge Faults Solution The Ink empty The Ink empty alarm is not Reconfigure the outputs alarm is not configured on an output shown at output Table 8 4 Cartridge Faults 6 6 Job Faults Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Line Selection Faults Fault Solution Invalid Line The line selection inputs have 1 Use CLARITYG Configuration requested a line that is not Manager to check that the correct configured number of lines have been setup for this system 2 Check if the line selection inputs are connected properly 3 Touch the Clear button to clear this warning message No Line A print signal has been received 1 Check if the line selection system is Selected for a product without any line functioning correctly selection 2 Touch the Clear button to clear this fault message Table 8 5 Line Selection Faults CLARiTY Error messages Report on CLARITY Operator Interface Status Count Limit Reached One or more of the counters in Fault the image has reached the end value set in the image design Please select a new job and touch the Clear button to restart the printer Operati
82. orrosion Check the head plate for Monthly If necessary replace the head plate wear Check the function of the As Required If necessary replace the locking lever cartridge locking lever Cable Check all screw fastened As Required If necessary retighten them plug and socket connectors for tight fit Check the printhead cables Quarterly If necessary replace the printhead cables in the cable carriers for visible chafing wear or crushed areas Table 7 1 Printer Maintenance Schedule Spare Parts List Table 7 3 contains the spare parts list for the Wolke m600 touch printer Part Number Description 504646 01 Mains Lead US Canada 504646 02 Mains Lead Europe 504646 05 Mains Lead Brazil Table 7 2 Spare Parts List Rev AB Maintaining The Printer 7 5 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Part Number Description 402789 CLARiTY LCD 8 4 Display and Touch Screen 216030 Fuse Kit PK 10 Rubber For type B amp D Encoders at encoder straight at controller at encoder straight at controller WLK404802 TIJ Yoke Kit WLK404825 TIJ Dust Cover Kit Table 7 2 Spare Parts List Continued 7 6 Spare Parts List Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Cables Table 7 3 contains the list of cables for the Wolke m600 touch printer Part Number Description Measurement Table 7 3 Cables Accessories Table 7 4 contains the list of accessories for the Wolke m600 touch printer Part Numb
83. ouch Set Screen Orientation from the list Set Screen Orientation page appears Figure 5 7 A ORINE X etup Controi Set Screen Orientation A Figure 5 7 Screen Orientation 5 6 How to Set the Screen Orientation Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 3 Select 0 or 180 degrees depending on your requirement and select OK The screen orientation changes 4 Touch the Home icon to return to the home page Setting up the Printer To set up the printer do the following tasks If the Configuration Wizard does not appear automatically navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Control gt System Configuration The System Configuration dialog box appears C SHUTDOWN SetupscControl System Configuration System Configuration This routine wil configure the printer for instalation Ensure that the printheads are connected before continuing First select the language and region for the user interface Cancel Figure 5 8 System Configuration Follow the instructions provided by the System Configuration Wizard and touch Next when ready to progress In case of an error press Back to return to the previous screen and correct the error Press Cancel to exit from the wizard Note Scroll up and down to see the complete message displayed within a dialog box Language Region Country Date and Time 1 Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to configure the Language Region Country Date and Time and press Next
84. p Printers GmbH highly recommends you complete a Customer Training Course on the printer Note The manuals are intended to be supplements to and not replacements for Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH Customer Training For more information on Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH Customer Training Courses call 49 0 9151 8161 12 within the United States only Outside the U S customer should contact a Wolke subsidiary office or their local Wolke distributor for more information Fluids The printer is designed to operate with certain Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH fluids To order more fluids please contact Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH at 49 0 9151 8161 12 for all customers within the United States Outside Germany customers must contact their Wolke Inks amp Printers GmbH distributor or subsidiary for assistance Rev AB ill Table of Contents Compliance Information FOr Customer Sate EDU eaa edet De aci inate anew tee hi 1 For Customers th CU cst este pde mE Hi edited ed Dp d d i For Customers in the European Union iaa ero rt rtt oed i Support and Training CONICEJIOEIIRHOT ou rb Rau FEE FCXNE dee eg T CUSTOImer TIOUN O secet ER TUS VOD OUO ber E OR EE Edit i 2777 p a ii Chapter 1 Introduction Wolke doU0 touch Trine ns oe i tete ECL IST AES MES YS 1 1 bauipiment Descrip Hoese esie iro e tto ir seat IER ve Sup ewe ewe 1 1 About the Manual uuu tx OA iu Hide MEE 1 2 Rela
85. pter 6 Printer Operation Viewing the Current Job or Image 0 0 0 0 eee eee 6 1 How to Download a Job File eee 6 3 Download Job File from the Personal Computer to the Printer 6 3 Download a Job from the PC to USB Memory Stick 6 5 Connecting the USB Database 0 0 00 0 eee 6 10 pelectine a NEW JOD 2 uus 2354 actrice hades ERU Sue ata aci 6 12 User Editable pielde vs os sats ern ERIS Mise Oo SS 6 12 How to Change the Text and Date Fields 6 13 Tonen TOF vies teu vn uawd basuacd ut bos ates Fides du hace 6 15 Quick Position Edit 2 2 2 pda cadet ett Rand RU 6 18 How to Delete a Job from the Jobs Database 6 20 How tO Serup Counters sarii 34 ted d aro edat dh RORIS S 6 22 Time tield7 SIE code vv ed Ep VR IU eet FAs XS A SRR ES 6 23 Line elect Mode i oed ed UI ie ide setae pla et Pr or ars dod 6 24 Reverse E ane atc huts arta Myce ars cite oe te i Costo ood 6 27 UE SOU CS M TUE 6 27 How to Replace the Ink Cartridge 0 00000008 6 28 ProdtcHon Audit Log oss be deb ee PETER Coes ae eee 6 32 Chapter 7 Maintenance formaton Oh COE Loss oo sre PER ERU e Ep ewe der 7 1 Maintaining the Ink Cartridge 2 0 eee eee eee ee 7 2 Storage of Ink Cartridges ee eee 7 2 Cleaning the Ink Cartridges 0 0 0 0s eee eee eee 7 2 Maintaining the Power Supply 0 0 c eee eee eee 7 3 Replacing the Mains Fus
86. ptical fibre have to be inserted in the photoelectric cell later 4 Leave a sufficient length of the optical fibre to place it in a loop Thus avoid sharp bends which might impair sensitivity A N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE If the optical fibre is not cut correctly this may impair the operation of the photoelectric cell Therefore only use each cutting hole in the cutter once Every new optical fibre comes with a new cutter 3 16 Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Figure 3 30 Cutter for Optical Fibre 1 Cutter 4 Nut 2 Optical fibre 5 Length of the optical fibre 3 Serrated lock washer Figure 3 31 Cutting the optical fibre to size 9 Fasten the optical fibre using the screws with nut and serrated lock washer into the head plate Make sure that the optical fibre is aligned flush with the bottom of the head plate Lock with the nut Rev AB Installation of Printhead and Ink Cartridge 3 17 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 6 Use the relevant hole on the head plate depending on the direction of printing 7 Make sure that you account for the product path direction when fitting the head plate to the bottom of the printhead The cutout on the underside of the head plate points in the direction of movement of the belt 8 Insert the optical fibre in the photoelectric cell and fasten it with the quick release fastener EQUIPMENT DAMAGE When connecting the optical
87. r Manual contains different types of information like safety guidelines additional notes user interface UI terminology and so on To help you identify the different types of information different writing styles are used in this manual This section describes these writing styles Positional References Positions and directions like left right front rear to the right and to the left are with respect to the printer when you see from the front Units of Measurement This manual uses metric units of measurement The equivalent English measures are included in parenthesis For example 240 mm 9 44 inches Safety Information Specific safety information is listed throughout this manual in the form of Warning and Caution statements Pay close attention to these statements as they contain important information that help in avoiding potential hazards to yourself or to the equipment 1 4 Content Presentation Rev AB Rev AB Notes Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Warning The warning statements indicate hazards or unsafe practices that can cause severe personal injury or death They have a triangular symbol with an exclamation mark to the immediate left of the text They are always preceded by the word Warning They are always found before the step or information referring to the hazard For example A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY When replacing cartridges be aware of risk of injury from moving machine parts C
88. r the update Update the user field as required and touch OK SHUTDOWN Touch To Edit Edit Fields Field00 1 USER EDIT QEWJgE R T A S D Bc gt ud Figure 6 21 User Field Editor 6 Ifthere is a second user field repeat the steps 4 and 5 7 Touch OK after editing all the required user fields The job will be updated in the printer and displayed in the current job details bar following the next print Note The changes made to the job using this feature are not saved Rev AB Touch To Edit 6 17 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Quick Position Edit To reposition the individual fields in a printing job the user can use the Quick Position Edit feature Note Quick Position Edit feature is turned off by default and needs to be activated in Clarity Configuration Manager 1 Select the Current Job Details Bar to display the job preview see Figure 6 22 SHUTDOWN a DefaultText DefaultText 3 18 03 2013 DefaultText2 FixedText 0 00 lt gt Figure 6 22 Message preview lt gt 2 Touch the button 3 The quick position edit job preview opens 6 18 Quick Position Edit Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual SHUTDOWN TIJ Text Quick Position Edit DefaultText 3 18 03 2013 DefaultText j a efaultText FixedText 0 00 Cancel Figure 6 23 Message
89. re reinserting the cartridges or if the print image has deteriorated visibly Before replacing the ink cartridge check it visually for leakage Make sure ink does not leak Check the contact film visually for oxidation and mechanical damage Do not use the cartridge if it is not in proper working condition If necessary replace the cartridge Note If the nozzle plate becomes soiled clean it exclusively with an absorbent lint free damp cotton wool cloth To dampen the cloth only use de ionized or distilled water A cleaning kit is optionally available P N 660040 Always make sure that the cartridge is dry before you reinsert it N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Do not use solvent or liquids other than de ionized distilled water to clean the ink cartridges 7 2 Maintaining the Ink Cartridge Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Maintaining the Power Supply This section contains the information on how to replace the fuse Replacing the Mains Fuse The fuses are the only user serviceable parts in the power supply unit To replace the mains fuse proceed as follows 1 Using asmall screw driver press and turn the fuse holder anti clockwise and remove the fuse holder see Figure 7 1 Fuse Holder L ec 4 3 FTTTITIIII LLL Figure 7 1 Fuse Holder removal 2 Replace the 5 A fuse if it is defective see Figure 7 2 wre titi tives Figure 7 2 Fuse 3 Refit the fuse ho
90. regarding equipment placement in potentially hazardous locations Printhead Installation Guidelines Rev AB When arranging and positioning the printheads on the production line it is important to make sure that it is possible to replace the cartridges at any time N Warning PERSONAL INJURY During installation ensure that the cartridges can be replaced without the risk of injury from moving machine parts AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY When replacing cartridges be aware of risk of injury from moving machine parts N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The device must be switched off when the printheads are being installed connected or disconnected Placement of the Printer 2 3 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Select correct installation position to avoid vibrations on the printhead electrostatic charge and soiling caused by lacquer adhesive or other similar products used in the production process This also avoids overheating of the printhead the photoelectric cell and the cartridge as a result of being installed too close to sources of process heat Ink Safety Guidelines 2 4 Ink Safety Guidelines This section provides important safety guidelines pertaining to the use and handling of printer supplies inks cleaning solutions AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY Wear safety glasses with side shields or equivalent eye protection when handling ink If it splashes on your eyes flush your ey
91. rs GmbH is to manufacture non contact printing coding systems and ink supplies that meet high standards of performance and reliability Therefore we employ strict quality control techniques to eliminate the potential for defects and hazards in our products The safety guidelines provided in this chapter are intended to educate the operator on all safety issues so that the operator can operate the printer safely Equipment Safety Guidelines This section contains important safety guidelines pertaining to the operation and handling of the printer and associated equipment AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY While performing maintenance or repair work disconnect the mains supply unless it is absolutely necessary to leave the supply on while carrying out adjustments Comply with Electrical Codes AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY All electrical wiring and connections must comply with applicable local codes Consult the appropriate regulatory agency for further information Do Not Remove Warning Label N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Do not under any circumstances remove or obstruct any warning caution or instruction labels present on the printer 2 2 Introduction Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Placement of the Printer AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY Do not place the printer in a hazardous location Hazardous locations might cause an explosion leading to personal injury You must ensure compliance with all local regulations
92. rtridge parameters to help you understand the status of the cartridge Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Consumables gt Cartridge 1 Figure 4 17 The user can view the different cartridge settings like ink level ink type cartridge ID prints per cartridge and cartridge inserted Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual X Tools Diagnostics Consumables Cartridge 1 Ink Level B a 2196 Ink Type Universal Black Cartridge ID 139 Prints Per Cartridge 214171 Cartridgelnserted Yes Figure 4 17 Cartridge 1 Working with Control Diagnostics Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Control Figure 4 18 Tools Diagnostics Control Versions System Information Communications Figure 4 18 Control Parameters The following parameters can be accessed in this page Versions Displays the software versions of the various software components installed in the printer The most important number displayed is the Software Part Number This is the master version number and all the other data displayed is of secondary importance Rev AB Using the Tools Page 4 17 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 4 18 Using the Tools Page Note If there is any inconsistency among the software components that are installed in the printer the Software Part Number displays the message Incompatible Software Versions If this is seen a CLARITY software update must be performed otherwise the print
93. s and Accessories 3 3 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Head Plates The head plates are available in different versions one two three or four heads to install on the underside of the printheads Figure 3 4 Head plates Ink Cartridge Ink cartridges are available with a range of ink types for the different substrates Figure 3 5 Ink Cartridge Product Sensor The product sensor and associated components detect the print material and transfers the print signal Figure 3 6 Sensor 3 4 Integral Parts and Accessories Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Optical Fibre The optical fibre is fitted between the product sensor and controller Figure 3 7 Optical Fibre Accessories Protective Caps for Cartridges The protective caps protect the nozzle plate from mechanical damage and from drying out in storage 2 1 Figure 3 8 Protective Caps for Cartridges Integral Parts and Accessories 3 5 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Mounting System for Single Head mounting The mounting system allows fast and simple printhead mounting c amp e A Vu Figure 3 9 Mounting System for Single Head Mounting Adjusting Unit for Multi head mounting The adjusting unit for multi head mounting is suitable for all printhead versions The adjusting unit allows the printheads to be finely adjusted for perfect print images Figure 3 10 Adjusting Unit for Multi head Mounting Adapter
94. st be maintained until the production line switches back to the preferred direction How to Replace the Ink Cartridge If the ink cartridge needs to be replaced proceed as follows 1 Touch the individual cartridges on the home screen This will display the consumables screen with the list of information OFFLINE Home 10 47 30 04 2012 JOB Variable Data four Performance Consumables Cartridge 1 Cartridge 2 Throughput p m Batch Count 0 100 Cartridge 3 Cartridge 4 Total Count 156 100 100 Figure 6 34 CLARiTY Home Page A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY While changing the cartridge make sure that the printer is offline 6 28 How to Replace the Ink Cartridge Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Cartridge 4 Percentage Replace Cartridge Adjust Ink Level Ink Type Premium Black Last Changed N A Estimated Empty Time N A Estimated Time Remaining N A Figure 6 35 Cartridge Details Display Note You can change the ink type as per the requirement and also adjust the ink level 2 Touch Replace Cartridge The power is turned off to the cartridge to allow the safe replacement of the cartridge Ensure that the following screen is displayed before continuing OFFLINE X Cartridge 22 Replace Cartridge 4 Replace Cartridge Replace the cartridge now Press the OK button once the replacement cartridge has been inserted and locked in
95. swords have been assigned an input mask appears upon activation of the display to query the password for the screensaver If a user was logged on before the screensaver came ON then on reactivation the user will be asked to re verify password The default shut off time has been set to 15 minutes A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY When the printer is in production and there has been no activity on the CLARiTY touchscreen for a certain period of time the screensaver function is activated This indicates that CLARiTY is in power save mode This option saves energy and can be configured with CLARiTY configuration manager Refer to Service Manual for more information During such instances do not assume that the printer is switched off and approach the printheads Always touch the touchscreen to check and confirm printer activity How to Start the Printer 5 13 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual How to Stop the Printer To stop the printer from printing touch the red Stop button Figure 5 18 or touch the status bar The printer returns to the OFFLINE state Stop Button 0 Y Figure 5 18 Stop Button How to Select and Print the Test Job A test image can be printed to check if the printed image is of acceptable quality To select and print a test job proceed as follows 1 Touch the Job Icon in the home page The list of existing jobs are displayed Job Select 4 Barcode BarcodeControl
96. t height 25 4 mm 1 Three printheads maximum print height 38 1 mm 1 5 Four printheads maximum print height 50 8 mm 2 On selecting the number printheads the grouping will also be determined 5 18 How to Configure the Job Settings Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Examples e All individually Each head prints different data within a job If this setting is selected whenever you create a new job you will be given exactly the number of print fields that were set in Number of printheads Bach field is an individual sub image and the image can be edited through the sub image screen see Figure 5 25 Sub Image Preview Edit Sub Image 1 VJ8510 Edit Sub Image 2 VJ8510 Print Head Assignment Print Head 1 Image Size 96mm x 21mm Print Head Assignment Print Head 2 Printhead 1 Edit Sub Image 3 VJ8510 Edit Sub Image 4 VJ8510 Print Head Assignment Print Head 3 Image Size 98mm x 25mm Print Head Assignment Print Head 4 Figure 5 25 Sub Image Image Size 104mm x 24mm Image Size 95mm x 19mm All like head 1 All the printheads print the same data as head 1 In this setting only one print field is made available The text entered there applies automatically to all the heads which were predefined for this job under Number of printheads How to Configure the Job Settings 5 19 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Heads 3 4 like heads 1 2 Heads 3 and 4 print the same data as
97. tape the cartridge will not be ready for printing Please check whether the protective tape has been removed If the printer is not used for a Remove the cartridge and clean the while it is possible that one or nozzles It is recommended that you more of the nozzles can dry out use a microfiber cloth to clean them For the open time is dependent on optimum cleaning results dampen the the type of ink the ambient cloth slightly with distilled water temperature and the air humidity The cartridge was not inserted Remove the cartridge from the correctly printhead and insert it correctly The contacts on the cartridge Please clean the contacts with a dry may be soiled microfiber cloth Printing is triggered by an Please check the settings in the external sensor This has been External inputs menu of the Wolke correctly connected to the I O m600 touch The settings for the sensor port at the back of the Wolke in the system settings may not match m600 touch but has not been those for the settings in the External correctly parameterized in the inputs menu External inputs menu of the Wolke m600 touch Table 8 1 Printing Faults Continued Rev AB Printing Faults 8 5 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Solution Changes made The changes were not loaded to Reselect the job using the menu from to the job are not the print memory the Home screen printed Shadow print The print direction has been Change the print
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99. ter Number of Prints Required Unlimited Image Options Lexar E 1GB Available Print What Figure 6 7 Job Download Command 3 Select the correct printer name from the Printer Type see Figure 6 7 6 6 How to Download a Job File Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Note The default output device that appears in the Select Output Device list box is Wolke m600 touch If you do not select the correct output device the image will not be correct for the printer 4 Select the Print to File from Image Options 9 Select the memory device location and the file s for example current image file or database record you want to print Note The Print What options will not display until a suitable memory device is selected 6 Click the OK button The Open dialog box appears see Figure 6 8 Lookin EE Desktop F o Y E 3 d Recent Places Libraries Computer Name Ahead elipse B line di WEB 1 Untitled cliff Gj Gj i Test 4sb Qi Test 4 gi Test 3 gi Test 2 i Test 0 22 Sensor To Printline S Size Item type CIFF File CIFF File CIFF File CIFF File CIFF File CIFF File CIFF File CIFF File CIFF File CIFF File CIFF File CIFF File Date modified 11 04 2012 13 32 21 02 2012 07 42 17 02 2012 09 07 13 02 2012 15 55 03 02 2012 11 45 01 02 2012 14 33 01 02 2012 11 44 30 01 2012 08 09 27 01 2012 15 23 27 01 2012 14 46 27 01 2012 14 16
100. ter Type 1 Old Value 13 New Value 200 Figure 6 42 Parameter Change Rev AB Maintenance This chapter contains the following topics Information on care Maintaining the Ink Cartridge Maintaining the Power Supply Maintaining the CLARiTY Controller e Recovering Nozzles Purge Nozzles Maintaining the Printer N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Before attempting any maintenance or repair on any part of the product disconnect the printer from the main power supply and isolate the printer from any external energy sources including other connected equipment Information on Care If the display is soiled it can be cleaned using a commercially available moist screen cleaning wipe Dust on the contact pins of the printhead can be evacuated using a vacuum pump or be removed with a fine paintbrush Make sure to switch off the printer while doing this Rev AB Information on Care 7 1 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Maintaining the Ink Cartridge Storage of Ink Cartridges The ink cartridges should be stored at room temperature A temperature of 18 25 C and a relative humidity of 35 55 is ideal Whenever the printer is not used for any lengthy period it is advisable to remove the cartridges from the mounts and to store them in the protective caps which are available as options to protect the nozzles from drying out Cleaning the Ink Cartridges Cleaning of the ink cartridge is required befo
101. ters Archives Allows the user to save current printer configurations and to restore previously saved printer configurations Internationalisation Allows the user to set the language of the CLARITY screen the international region country which control the date time formats and measurement units displayed within CLARiTY System Configuration Allows the user to configure the printer for installation For more information refer Setting up the Printer on page 5 7 Recalibrate Touchscreen Allows the user to recalibrate the touchscreen if touching the screen does not accurately locate the correct CLARiTY button or Icon The printer requests the user to touch several crosses which are displayed on the screen one after the other The screen is recalibrated when the automated process is complete Note If the calibration of the machine has too many errors and does not allow a user to navigate to this screen via the CLARITY panel the same functionality can be triggered from within CLARiTY Configuration manager Set Screen Orientation Allows the user to rotate the entire display through 180 degrees in the event that the CLARiTY panel is installed in an inverted orientation Date and Time Allows the user to set the system date and time of the printer Image Control Allows the adjustment of the bar code Communications Allows the user to reset all communication ports if their setup is corrupted Rev AB Us
102. the amount of ink remain can result in the printer running out of ink without raising a fault and unprinted products being produced Figure 6 39 Adjust Ink Level Rev AB How to Replace the Ink Cartridge 6 31 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Production Audit Log The production audit log shows the log of machine changes and user changes made Note Production Audit Log is turned off by default and needs to be activated in Clarity Configuration Manager The logging mode can be set to None Normal or Advanced Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Control SHUTDOWN Tools Diagnostics Control Versions System Information Communications Production Audit Log Image Update Queue Figure 6 40 Production Audit Log Note Production Audit Log appears in the menu when the logging mode is set to either Normal or Advanced In Normal logging mode the log entries are deleted if there are over 500 log entries and older than 90 days In Advanced logging mode entries must be archived to a USB stick before logs will be deleted 6 32 Production Audit Log Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Figure 6 41 shows the audit log for both machine events and user events The user can also filter results to show either user events only or machine events only see Table 6 1 SHUTDOWN Eq Tools Diagnostics Control Production Audit Log f Paramet
103. the boxes are checked How to Change the Text and Date Fields To edit the user field proceed as follows 1 When a job is selected the list of user editable fields in the job are displayed 2 Touch the required field from the list to select it the first one in the list is automatically selected The default data for that field appears in the preview window Figure 6 16 Job Select Variable Data four Field00 1 Best Before gt Field01 26 Apr 2012 Y i Best Before 26 04 2012 Cae Figure 6 16 Default Data Window 3 Ifthe information in the preview window is the information that you want to print go to step 5 If you want to change the information perform step 4 4 Touch Edit to modify the information For text fields do the following tasks a Use the alpha key pad to enter the data The CLARITY Operating system supports a number of standard languages for use with User Entered text information User Editable Fields 6 13 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual b Touch the language selection key to access the available language selections Figure 6 17 Job Select Variable Data four FieldOO 1 Best Before AATE Pde UPRPPPRPPI L3cEl Language Selection Key Figure 6 17 Default Keypad c The keypad functions the same way as the keypad on a computer Make the necessary changes to the information For date fields do the followi
104. thead Timings Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Printhead gt Timings Figure 4 15 It is useful in high throughput applications to understand what the printer is trying to do Tools Diagnostics Printhead Timings Job Selection Time ms Job Data Update Time ms Counter Update Time ms Time Date Update Time ms Figure 4 15 Timings The following parameters can be accessed from the Timings page Job Selection Time ms Indicates the time taken in selecting the last job from the moment the image was confirmed to being ready to print Job Data Update Time ms Indicates the total time taken to update all the dynamic variables in the image time date counters Counter Update Time ms Indicates the time taken to update all the counter fields in the image Time Date Update Time ms Indicates the time taken to update all the time date fields in the image Rev AB Using the Tools Page 4 15 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Working with Consumables Diagnostics Navigate to Tools gt Diagnostics gt Consumables Figure 4 18 Tools Diagnostics Consumables Cartridge 1 Cartridge 2 Cartridge 3 Cartridge 4 Figure 4 16 Consumables 4 16 Using the Tools Page The Consumables diagnostics page allows the user to access the number of cartridges used in the printer Cartridge 1 2 3 and 4 This screen shows the current value of different ca
105. tion Warning Separator character being used to terminate barcode data correct in CLARISOFT E1208 Invalid Job File EAN field value out of range Data Warning out of range example 13 for a month code or 25 for an hour code correct in CLARISOFT E1209 Invalid Job File EAN requires decimal point specifier Warning EAN requires digit to specify the position of the decimal point correct in CLARISOFT9 E1210 Invalid Job File EAN field invalid or missing check Warning digit Application identifier requires the missing check digit correct in CLARISOFT9 Table 8 6 CLARiTY Error Messages Continued Rev AB CLARiTY G Error messages 6 11 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Error Report on CLARITY Operator Interface Status No E1211 Invalid Job File EAN over 165 mm long Barcode too Warning large resize to maximum length of 165 mm correct in CLARiSOFT E1212 Invalid Job File Barcode Length Incorrect Barcode Warning field does not have expected number of characters correct in CLARISOFT E1213 Invalid Job File barcode out of limits Barcode Warning overruns image area Resize image area to accommodate the barcode correct in CLARISOFT9 E1000 Image Update Failure CLARITY is unable to update Fault the image before receiving the next print signal since the products are too close to each other E1001 Count Limit Reached One or more fields in the im
106. to position Cancel OK Figure 6 36 Replace Cartridge 3 Remove the protective tape from the gold contactor and nozzle plate on the new cartridge Rev AB How to Replace the Ink Cartridge 6 29 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Note Do not touch the contactor plate Any soiling will have an adverse effect on the printed image 4 Flip the locking lever item 2 Figure 6 37 back and insert the cartridge item 3 1 Printhead 2 Lock Lever 3 Cartridge Figure 6 37 Insert Ink Cartridge 5 Press the cartridge inside towards the back in a straight line see Figure 6 38 Figure 6 38 Fix Ink Cartridge 6 Secure the cartridge to the printhead by pressing the locking lever down 7 Touch OK button to complete the replacement of the ink cartridge 6 30 How to Replace the Ink Cartridge Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Note Touching OK button applies power to the printhead 8 If previously used cartridges are used adjust the ink level by selecting Adjust Ink Level Enter the percentage of ink remaining in the cartridge Note While adjusting the ink level care must be taken to ensure that the correct information is entered for the cartridge level as incorrect data may cause the printer to run out of ink without warning FAULT E5307Cartridge 1 Adjust Ink Level A Adjust Ink Level This option allows fine tuning of the amount of ink remaining Warning incorrectly setting
107. tridge in Printhead Note Do not touch either the contactor pins on the printhead or the contactor plate on the cartridge with your fingers oxidation This will ensure long lasting high print quality How to Turn ON the Printer To turn ON the printer do the following tasks 1 Make sure that the ink cartridge is available and inserted correctly 2 Make sure that all the cables are not damaged and are connected correctly 3 Turn ON the mains supply to the printer 4 Turn the power switch ON the CLARiTY controller to ON position Figure 5 4 on page 5 4 Rev AB How to Turn ON the Printer 5 3 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual PME Power Switch ON Position Figure 5 4 Printer Power Switch Once power is switched ON the controller will boot up This will take approximately 90 seconds during which CLARITY startup screens appear On successful boot up the CLARITY home page appears Note Following successful boot up and on the first start up the system configuration wizard starts and the user is asked to set up the system Follow the on screen instructions and refer to Setting up the Printer on page 5 7 Note To start the system configuration wizard manually navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Control gt System Configuration The System Configuration dialog box appears 5 4 How to Turn ON the Printer Rev AB Startup Shutdown Icon Stop red 9 Run green Rev AB Wolke m
108. update Fault the image that is printed next This usually occurs because products are too close to each other Touch the Clear button to restart the printer Printhead Absent Communications between Fault CLARITY and the printer have been lost check the cabling E3016 Printhead Volts Error E3024 24 Volt Error The 24 volts supply is not in the working Fault range Power the printer OFF and ON to try and clear the fault If the problem persists call your maintenance engineer or local service representative Printer Ambient Temperature The internal ambient Warning temperature of the printer is outside its recommended operating range Touch the Clear button below to clear this warning External Error The operation of the printer has been Fault suspended by the control system If the Clear button is available below you may touch it to clear this error and resume printing E1100 Invalid Job File Bad Field Reference Source field Warning reference incorrect correct in CLARISOFT E1101 Invalid Job File Missing Data Source Field Job file Warning missing a data field correct in CLARISOFT9 Invalid Job File Duplicate Named Fields Field Warning names have been duplicated in Job File correct in CLARiSOFT Table 8 6 CLARiTY Error Messages Continued E1006 E1007 E3013 E3025 E3026 E1102 o 8 10 CLARITY Error messages
109. ure 5 17 Home Page Offline 100 4 Ifa fault or a warning condition exists a fault or warning message appears in the status bar instead of the OFFLINE status Review the Fault Messages and Warnings on page 8 1 and clear as required before continuing 5 To enable the printer to print press the green Start button Note Changing the status to OFFLINE mode provides power to the printhead and starts monitoring of the printhead parameters This will also allow the printhead to be purged manually if conditions are met Note The status bar can also be used to place the printer into ONLINE or OFFLINE mode STOP or RUIN Make sure that the printer is not placed in ONLINE OFFLINE mode in error How to Monitor the System The CLARITY operating system has a screensaver function similar to that of a PC to extend the service life of the backlight tube of the LCD display used in CLARiTY 5 12 How to Start the Printer Rev AB Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Automatic switching off of backlight The screensaver function can be activated or deactivated within CLARiTY Configuration Manger The shut off time of the screensaver can be adjusted from 5 to 30 minutes Actuation of any key causes the screensaver of the controller to be switched on without triggering any other function on the user interface The screensaver is also switched ON again whenever information a warning or an error message appear If pas
110. ution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Ensure that all Ethernet communication cables are shielded STP Cat5 2 6 Safety Warnings for Wolke m600 touch Printer Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual Other Important Guidelines AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY Do not point the printhead directly and in close proximity to the eyes unless the printer is switched off and isolated from the mains AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY Read any warning or hazard information supplied with the ink or consumable products AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY The Wolke m600 touch printer is supplied with warning symbols for power supply If any part of these symbols become damaged worn or removed they must be immediately replaced Medical Emergencies This section provides important medical information in case of an accident AN Warning PERSONAL INJURY In the event of a medical emergency contact a physician immediately Emergencies Involving Printer Ink If the incident involves the printer ink carry the cartridge and or MSDS with you to the physician s office These items contain important information that the physician may require to provide the precise medical treatment Rev AB Other Important Guidelines 2 7 Installation This chapter contains the following topics e Integral parts and accessories e Printhead and Ink cartridge Installation of mounting system Installation of parallelogram Mounting of Controller How to connect the Pr
111. ystem Configuration 4 Q9 System Configuration Next configure the direction the product wil pass Group 1 as viewed from behind the printheads Cancel Figure 5 12 Product Direction Rev AB Setting up the Printer 5 9 Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual You can select either Left to Right or Right to Left 6 Touch Next to set up the print trigger mode Select the required print trigger or product detect mode If an external print sensor is selected set up the product size and spacing a SHUTDOWN X Q System Configuration Print Trigger Mode lt External Print Sensor v Automatic Print Triggering Cancel Figure 5 13 Print Trigger Mode 7 Choose the required line speed type and follow online instructions Note If the line speed is selected as Fixed make sure that the line speed remains constant throughout printing If the line speed changes the set up should be adjusted to avoid printing errors Tools Setup Control System Configuration System Configuration Next configure how the printer will determine the speed to print at You may select either an external encoder or a fixed print speed Figure 5 14 Line Speed 5 10 Setting up the Printer Rev AB Wolke m600 touch Operator Manual 8 Configure the ink type for each printhead OFFLINE System Configuration Ink Type Printhead 1 2 Universal Black 3 Multi Black 4 Bla

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