Kingston Technology KNS800 Switch User Manual
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1. Calibrating the Printer mmm Error Message Description or Cause Possible Solution Cannot open the USB port Please check the printer cables and power The software is unable to communicate with the printer Check that the printer cables are secure Check that the printer is turned on and the operator panel Ready light is illuminated Power the printer off then on Reboot your computer Cannot access the file or read the data A file required by the calibration software is missing or corrupt Uninstall then reinstall the calibration software See Installing the Calibration Software on page 3 1 Parameter error such as undefined tag or insufficient data An internal error has occurred within the calibration software Close the calibration software and try calibrating the printer again Uninstall then reinstall the calibration software See Installing the Calibration Software on page 3 1 Check the KODAK web site for an updated version of the calibration software The printer with the selected ID number cannot be found The calibration software is unable to find the printer with the selected Printer ID Close the calibration software Check that the printer cables are secure Check that the printer is turned on and the operator panel Ready light is illuminated Run the calibration software and try choosing the printer again The printer is not ready2. Installing the Calibration Software 1 Insert the CD that came with the printer into your CD ROM drive The CD Browser launches automatically If it does not double click the Kodak680x exe file in the CD root directory 2 Select your language 3 Click Software NOTE Before installing the software read the Calibration Software Readme file for important information and updates about the software 4 Click Calibration Software to start the installer 5 Follow the on screen instructions to install the calibration software Using the Calibration Utility Before you use the calibration utility make sure you are familiar with how your KODAK Photo Printer operates Calibrate your printer whenever the color balance of prints does not look right You may also want to calibrate your printer after it has been serviced Easy Cal is a five step process that quickly calibrates your printer using the Visual Gray Balance method Before using Easy Cal start the calibration utility 1 Select Start gt Programs gt KODAK Calibration Utility The following dialog box appears 3 1 Calibrating the Printer nter C Seal Oa 2 Select Easy Cal gt Begin The following dialog box appears Easy Cal x Easy Calis a5 step procesa to icky calle your piner using the Visual Gray Balance method You will be guided through each step 3 Click Proceed The following dialog box appears Easy Cal Step 1 of 5
3. Clearing a Paper Jam on page 6 3 Submit your print job again 6 4 Appendix A Important Printer Information System Requirements Personal computer with MICROSOFT WINDOWS 2000 or MICROSOFT WINDOWS XP operating system Minimum 1 0 GHz PENTIUM III microprocessor Minimum 128 MB of RAM 2 GB of available hard disk space NOTE You may need up to 256 MB of RAM and 10 GB of hard disk space for acceptable performance with some imaging applications on high performance multi tasking operating systems e USB High Speed 2 0 compliant host device Printer Specifications 11 4 in 290 mm 19 6 in 496 mm 13 6 in 346 mm Dimensions Width Depth Height Weight without ribbon and paper 56 lbs 25 kG Operating Temperature 50 to 95 F 10 to 35 C environment Relative Humidity 20 to 80 Power Voltage Frequency auto 90V to 132V 48 Hz to 62 Hz detection of the following ranges 180V to 264V 48 Hz to 62 Hz Power consumption 320 watts maximum Print size KODAK Photo Printer 6800 e 4x6 in 102 x 152 mm e 6x8 in 152 x 203 mm with border e 6x8 in 152 x 203 mm borderless KODAK Photo Printer 6805 e 3 5x5in 90 x 127 mm A 1 Important Printer Information mmc Printer Supplies Paper and Ribbon Printing time after file download 4x 6in 102 x 152 mm 11 seconds 6x 8 in 152 x 203 mm 19 seconds 3 5x5 in
4. 6 1 Troubleshooting a a a a a a cee Resolving Operator Panel Error Messages Kodak Photo Printer 6800 Power Ready AO Error O Zp TOOR Refer to the following table to resolve errors reported on the operator panel If the problem persists contact your KODAK representative for service Error Message Description or Cause Possible Solution Paper Empty The paper is empty or is not loaded Load the paper See Loading the Paper on page 1 8 Ribbon Empty The ribbon is empty or is not loaded Load the ribbon See Loading the Ribbon on page 1 5 Incorrect Paper The loaded paper and ribbon are not the Make sure the paper and ribbon are the Incorrect Ribbon same width same width Load the correct paper or ribbon See page 1 8 or page 1 5 Paper Jam XX The paper is stuck in the printer or paper See Clearing a Paper Jam on page 6 3 path Cover Open The upper cover is open or not latched Close the cover by pressing on the center of the cover until it clicks Paper Guide Error The paper and paper guide sizes are different Load the correct paper See Loading the Paper on page 1 8 temperature sensor Data Error There is a communication problem Check the host computer between the printer and host computer Mecha Error XX The printer has a mechanical
5. The printer is not ready for calibration Check that the printer cables are secure Check that the printer is turned on and the operator panel Ready light is illuminated The printer is busy The printer is not ready for calibration Wait a few minutes until the operator panel Ready light is illuminated If this message continues to occur power the printer off and then on The ribbon is advancing The printer is not ready for calibration Wait a few minutes until the operator panel Ready light is illuminated If this message continues to occur power the printer off and then on The operator panel is in use The printer is not ready for calibration Wait a few minutes until the operator panel Ready light is illuminated If this message continues to occur power the printer off and then on Calibrating the Printer mmc Error Message Description or Cause Possible Solution The printer is initializing The printer is not ready for calibration e Wait a few minutes until the operator panel Ready light is illuminated e If this message continues to occur power the printer off and then on latched Paper error The paper is empty or not loaded Load the paper See Loading the Paper on page 1 8 Paper empty The paper is empty Reload the paper See Loading the Paper on page 1 8 Ribbon empty The ribbon is empty Reload the
6. 1 9 Setting Up the Printer Ali gnm en 7 Align the edge of the paper with the alignment marks on the paper guide marks e Use the 5 alignment marks when loading paper into the KODAK Photo Printer 6805 e Use the 6 alignment marks when loading paper into the KODAK Photo Printer 6800 8 Insert the paper under the pinch roller IMPORTANT Do not advance the paper past the red line or you may cause the paper to jam Pinch roller 9 Advance the paper to the red line by turning the paper feeding knob Paper feeding knob 10 Carefully close the paper door The operator panel displays the Paper Empty message 11 Press Paper Advance to load the paper into the printer eee elena ete see A The printer advances the paper then cuts and discharges about 24 doae COO in 607 mm of blank paper This reduces the possibility of oa Og aw fingerprints or other damage to the prints It does not decrease the 750 4 x 6 in print capacity of the paper roll see page A 2 The operator panel displays the Ready message Making a Test Print Make a test print to check that the printer is installed and set up correctly 1 Press Menu once until Test Print Mode appears 2 Press Enter to start printing the test print Kodak Photo Printer 6800 KII 3 Press Clear to return to Ready after the test print is printed O 5 Power For more information on using
7. 90x 127 mm 11 seconds Each Photo Print Kit contains the correct media set roll feed paper and ribbon for your printer model either the KODAK Photo Printer 6800 or KODAK Photo Printer 6805 Photo Print Kits are sold separately IMPORTANT For best results replace both the paper and ribbon at the same time KODAK Photo Print Kit 6800 4R Specifications Storage specifications 86 F 30 C or lower 60 relative humidity or lower Capacity 750 prints paper and ribbon Paper and ribbon width 6 in 152 mm Ribbon patch length 4 in 102 mm KODAK Photo Print Kit 6800 6R Specifications Storage specifications 86 F 30 C or lower 60 relative humidity or lower Capacity 750 4 x 6 prints paper and ribbon or 375 6 x 8 prints paper and ribbon Paper and ribbon width 6 in 152 mm Ribbon patch length 8 in 203 mm KODAK Photo Print Kit 6805 3R Specifications Storage specifications 86 F 30 C or lower 60 relative humidity or lower Capacity 750 prints paper and ribbon Paper and ribbon width 5 in 127 mm The paper roll contains a small amount of additional paper to allow for the extra feed when loading the paper and to minimize end of roll impressions A 2 Important Printer Information mmm Handling and Storing the For the best quality prints carefully handle and store your
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9. A 1 Printer Specifications lt a wcsecsecteysecnstsecattesogscarrnseceavounstousenessessapradeceded eanryeecnsatsenstucnericteracaueenacsmnsetmeieamaadnaednes A 1 Printer SUPP HS renunsia a i E EE aa ER a E E E SEEN aai A 2 Paper and RIDDOD Seenaa a E E E A A A 2 Handling and Storing the Paper and Ribbon seesssssssssssssssessresssressresssresssrssreessieesresssresssessreesssresreess A 3 Thermal Printer Cleaning Kit sess scssasuvseanssscoeashvioustivastsnrsoanrgnsuiayaaasestinns tl aai a aaie aa ENa A 3 Print OLN ienien E E EE RE arreteteee A 3 Packing and Transporting the Printer seeseesseseseesesesescseeesesescsesesesnesesesneaeeceeensseeeneseeneeneeuceneneesenens A 3 ENERGY SIAR Partner icc scaisstassancalsnasnaniecaassetananamsaiae tama a N R E R N ia aS A 3 Geitne Helean an E E E oer te ee peer eee eet eae A 4 Appendix B Safety and Regulatory Information Important Safety Information cic geared ceasedaepvnsanvn nda ocean i ilana dp dneataec nha pce asa even eps eaten cea B 1 Safety LADS icsaseisscssssasedanusayiaceravssiedayaveasdnsqidesuspuadasaasadeusivegadetqudssnbsnauetobaiuedarsacqadaluossodnetaeynonajanesiunapavesbanesias B 2 Regulatory and S fety COIN INET LAI ia esto cst sea aate gp e e aii B 3 AE ee at pedo eect cette cance cscs poet heath a seve B 3 Radio Frequency Interference si ccsiscssscsiavossucavaveacassineenvnapaventacsviueswivesadenias vivnasuvesaeduneushennapliaiobaniabenseepliediaas B 3 Noise EnS S100 cassette eseina i
10. The cleaning rollers are dirty Clean the cleaning rollers See Cleaning the Cleaning Rollers on page 5 3 Print size or aspect ratio is not what you expected The image file or printing options need to be adjusted in your photo printing software application In your photo printing software application e Use the Fit to Page or Clip options may not be offered by all photo printing applications e Adjust the image size to match the paper size e Make sure the Portrait Landscape setting matches the orientation of the picture e For details see the photo printing application online Help NOTE It is not necessary to adjust the image resolution dpi to match the printer resolution The printer driver automatically scales your image to match the printer resolution Insufficient Memory errors occur on your computer not on the printer after making a substantial number of prints Your computer is low on RAM and or disk caching memory This can happen when you are manipulating rotating scaling retouching etc high resolution images gt 72 dpi e Minimize the number of images that are open at the same time e Purge the contents of the clipboard often e Close all applications except the photo printing software application e See the photo printing software application online Help for tips on memory optimization e See page A 1 for minimum and recommended system requirements
11. abrasives or harsh chemicals to clean any part of the printer Do not allow any foreign objects or liquids to fall or spill inside the printer Fire or electric shock could result If any foreign object enters the printer turn off the printer power immediately remove the power cord and contact your KODAK representative for service 1 Wipe the exterior cabinet print catcher and trim tray with a damp lint free cloth 2 Vacuum the filter openings to remove dust Performing Routine Maintenance To maintain good print quality 1 Clean the stripper plate platen roller and cleaning rollers monthly using the alcohol pads included in the KODAK Thermal Printer Cleaning Kit 2 Only clean the thermal head when necessary Do not include the thermal head in your monthly cleaning process NOTE If there is paper or ribbon loaded in the printer remove it before performing maintenance procedures 4 WARNING Alcohol is a flammable liquid It can cause eye irritation and dry skin Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause drying cracking or irritation Wash your hands with soap and water following any maintenance procedures where you use alcohol pads For additional information see the Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS 5 1 Maintaining the Printer mmc In the United States for health safety and environment information call 585 722 5151 Customers outside the U S can contact their local KODAK Customer Service representa
12. areas of the paper NOTE Do not damage or mark any of the rollers 6 3 Troubleshooting a a cee Kodak Photo Printer 6800 A i Menu Advance oct RONG oe CO Er A Firor Enter Pap 7 Rewind Close the upper cover and turn on the printer Press Paper Rewind to rewind the paper into the printer If the Paper Jam message still appears on the operator panel press Paper Rewind again Open the upper cover and reload the ribbon See Loading the Ribbon on page 1 5 Close the upper cover Reload the paper See Loading the Paper on page 1 8 NOTE If the Paper Jam message is still displayed on the operator panel and you are at the end of a paper roll it is possible that a segment of paper is too short to automatically exit the printer Remove the front cleaning roller see Cleaning the Cleaning Rollers on page 5 3 and remove the segment of paper Recovering from a Power Interruption A CAUTION If the printer loses power while printing the printer stops with the thermal head positioned against the platen roller The platen roller could be deformed and damaged if the thermal head is left in this position If a power outage occurs 1 Open the upper cover immediately to release the pressure on the platen roller Leave the cover open until power is restored When power is restored restart the printer by following the procedure for
13. file in the Calibration Utility where you can save the table or use it for additional calibration work Quit lt lt Back 27 Click Quit to close the Calibration Utility Your printer is now calibrated NOTE The neutral cluster should be in the center of the test print if the printer was properly calibrated If it is not and you would like to print another test print click Back twice and go to Step 23 3 7 Calibrating the Printer mmc Uninstalling the Calibration Software You can remove the calibration software from your computer in two ways e Select Start gt Programs gt KODAK Calibration Utility gt Uninstall KODAK Calibration Utility and follow the directions to uninstall the software e Select Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Add Remove Programs gt KODAK Calibration Utility and follow the directions to remove the software Resolving Calibration Error Messages Refer to the following table to resolve errors reported during the printer calibration process If the problem persists contact your KODAK representative for service Error Message Description or Cause Possible Solution The printer cannot be found The printer selected cannot be located e Check the printer connections e Make sure the printer is turned on e Select another printer See Step 10 on page 3 4 The media file which identifies the ribbon and paper characteristics of the medi
14. meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency A 3 Important Printer Information a a a ae a a ee Getting Help Help with your printer is available from the following sources e Troubleshooting section in this manual Chapter 6 e Your KODAK Customer Service representative Appendix B Safety and Regulatory Information Important Safety Information Ax caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in injury and or damage to the printer e The power outlet should be easily accessible and installed near the printer e Position the power cable so that it cannot be pulled on or tripped over e Never allow the power cable to contact hot surfaces e The power outlet must be grounded An ungrounded outlet can cause fire electric shock or harmful interference to nearby electrical devices e Use only the power cable provided with the printer e Do not operate the printer with a damaged power cable e Always unplug the power cable from the printer before cleaning or when the printer is not in use e Ifthe printer has been dropped or damaged be sure a qualified service person examines the printer before you use it Do not block the filter openings on the printer cabinet e Do not expose the printer to moisture or water Do not allow any foreign objects or liquids to fall or spill inside the printer Fire or electric shock could
15. paper and ribbon Paper and Ribbon e To avoid fingerprints handle the ribbon by the spool ends do not touch the ribbon material Do not touch the glossy side of the paper e Store the paper and ribbon away from direct sunlight Thermal Printer Use the KODAK Thermal Printer Cleaning Kit when performing routine Cleaning Kit maintenance on the printer see page 5 1 One Thermal Printer Cleaning Kit is included with your printer KODAK Thermal Printer Cleaning Kit Catalog number 172 1117 Contents Individually packaged alcohol pads 10 4 WARNING Alcohol is a flammable liquid It can cause eye irritation and dry skin Wash your hands with soap and water following any maintenance procedures where you use alcohol pads Print Catcher The KODAK Photo Printer 6800 6805 comes with a print catcher that collects 3 5 x5 in and 4x 6 in finished prints Use the KODAK Photo Printer 6800 6R Print Catcher to collect 6 x 8 in finished prints KODAK Photo Printer 6800 6R Print Catcher Catalog number 816 9690 Contents Print Catcher 1 Packing and Transporting the Printer 1 Remove the paper and ribbon from the printer 2 Reinstall the packing materials see page 1 3 3 Repack the printer in the original packing box See the packing unpacking instructions included with the box ENERGY STAR Partner As an ENERGY STAR Partner Eastman Kodak Company has determined that Ax this product
16. problem Contact your KODAK representative for Control Error XX The printer has a system control problem parice Have apalane e the error code number XX TempSensErr XX The printer has a problem with the e the printer model number and serial number listed on the printer data plate Troubleshooting Clearing a Paper Jam If the Paper Jam message is displayed on the operator panel there are two methods that you can use to try to clear the paper jam Method 1 1 Press Paper Rewind until the Paper Empty message appears Kodak Photo Printer 6800 KJ 7 A ere oe 2 Press Paper Advance to re load the paper into the printer Kodak Photo Printer 6800 KJ The printer advances the paper then cuts and discharges about 20 in onto AN 508 mm of blank paper This reduces the possibility of fingerprints A c Emr 089 or other damage to the prints It does not decrease the 750 4 x 6 in print capacity of the paper roll see page A 2 The operator panel displays the Ready message Method 2 If the Paper Jam message is still displayed on the operator panel 1 Turn off the printer and open the upper cover 2 Remove the ribbon from the printer d caution Prevent damage to the printer Do not pull abruptly on the paper 3 Slowly and carefully pull the jammed paper out of the printer 4 Cut off any damaged or printed
17. result e The thermal head becomes extremely hot during normal operation Do not touch it e Alcohol pads are used to clean the thermal head and other internal printer components In the United States for health safety and environment information call 585 722 5151 Customers outside the U S can contact their local KODAK Customer Service representative B 1 Safety and Regulatory Information Safety Labels Please observe the important safety warnings that are posted on the printer CAUTION HOT SURFACE To avoid burns use caution when closing the cover CAUTION HOT SURFACE The thermal head becomes extremely hot during normal operation Do not touch it CAUTION SHARP OBJECTS The metal edges of the printer may be sharp CAUTION SHARP CUTTER BLADE There are sharp cutter blades inside the printer Do not insert hands or objects This label is posted behind the trim tray Safety and Regulatory Information mmm Regulatory and Safety Compliance Safety Complies with UL 60950 Third Edition CAN CSA C22 2 No 60950 Third Edition EN 60950 2000 IEC 60950 Fourth Edition Radio Frequency NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits Interference for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment gener
18. ribbon See Loading the Ribbon on page 1 5 Paper jam The paper is stuck in the printer or _ Clear the paper jam See Clearing a Paper paper path Jam on page 6 3 Cover open The upper cover is open or not Close the upper cover by pressing on the center of the cover until it clicks Printer error 2500 Please call for service Contact your KODAK representative for service Have available e the error code number e the printer model number and serial number listed on the printer data plate Printer error 2504 Please call for service Contact your KODAK representative for service Have available e the error code number the printer model number and serial number listed on the printer data plate USB communication error The software is unable to communicate with the printer e Check the USB cable connection e Replace the USB cable e Try using a different USB port on the computer e Ifthe printer is connected through a USB hub try connecting directly to the computer 4 Operating the Printer Making Prints You make prints using photo printing software applications For application specific printing information see the user s guide or online Help for the software application Handling and Storing Prints For best results Make sure hands are clean and free of food oil and grease Store prints in a cool dry environment free of chemical contaminati
19. the operator panel in Setup mode see Using Setup Mode to Review Printer Settings on page 4 2 X4 m Ready AO Eror 1 10 Setting Up the Printer i a a Online User Guide This User Guide and the Quick etup Guide are also provided on the CD that came with your printer The Guides are in PDF format ADOBE ACROBAT Reader also provided is required to read them Follow the on screen directions to install ADOBE ACROBAT Reader if you do not already have it installed on your system 2 Installing the Printer Driver Software A printer driver is software that allows the operating software to access the printer features The WINDOWS 2000 XP 6800 6805 printer driver requires the following Operating System Service Pack Minimum Memory WINDOWS 2000 Professional SP3 128 MB WINDOWS 2000 Server SP3 256 MB WINDOWS 2000 Advanced Server SP3 256 MB WINDOWS XP Home SP1 128 MB WINDOWS XP Professional SP1 128 MB The printer driver also requires a functional USB port to communicate with the printer The printer is compliant with the USB 2 0 protocol NOTE Ifyour equipment only supports the USB 1 1 protocol data communication to the printer will be slower and may affect print times Installing the Printer Driver NOTE You must have Administrator privileges to install the printer driver 1 Insert the CD that came with the printer into your CD ROM drive The CD Br
20. ANT You must install the printer driver software before connecting the cables or your printer will not work Connecting the Power You may have received more than one power cable with your printer Be sure Cable to use the correct power cable required for your country 1 Check that the power switch is turned off O 44 CAUTION N The power outlet must be grounded An ungrounded outlet can cause fire electric shock or harmful interference to nearby electrical devices WAS 2 Connect the power cable to the power connector on the back of the A printer and to a grounded power outlet Setting Up the Printer Connecting the USB __Use the included USB cable Cable 1 Check that the power switch is turned off O 2 Connect the USB cable to the USB connector on the back of the printer and to the USB connector on the computer Turning On the Printer SESE 2 1 Press the power switch to on 1 a X On the operator panel the orange Power light and the green Ready R light illuminate and the Ready message appears when the printer is DN initialized l N 2 To turn off the printer press the power switch to off O 6 6 J Loading the Paper For the KODAK Photo Printer 6800 have a KODAK Photo Print Kit 6800 4R or KODAK Photo Print Kit 6800 6R available These kits contain the correct size paper for your printer See Appendix A for details on the Photo Print Kits sold separately For the KODAK Phot
21. Accessing the Printer Settings 5 ceccusscp yas otennseie anstennineniconceciasastasanal aes so iadnnantenaenene ane encnaea imate 4 2 Table of Contents lt lt lt ee ne ee a 5 Maintaining the Printer AHS ATMS the CA cascode anesson beau gave aD oc E E EA 5 1 Performing Routine MamNLEM ACE sssa cis sachavensessnertenneidasssavsnenven sia etcaxtdieisiasadnacasvanvenntnuisbeussdieasintatursttuaivencisuasins 5 1 Cleaning the Thermal Head and Stripper Plate ies cc cisestetiaveatadestesvcietialesseeen een Gasaterteeeaadaeidieiasdatiuriees 5 2 Cleanino the Platen ROUE ociscene iaia E R cee asend 5 3 Cleaning the Cleaning Rollers ccc ccrlehen teeta engsntenradresgncdh asad vena cele dea vneae heaped eevee a nasa ceca tanpeeahl tae 5 3 6 Troubleshooting R solMne Potential Problems 5stpaccetescxes ee eects dct ches eden Gaeta eiie iaeo er A tine SKTE 6 1 Resolving Operator Panel Error Messages icsissscsicusssicescnvaxelissaobescnntstsnnbuse dhs snniessataasseetaiiantousacabsuvenssanvsuidunvtvesens 6 2 Clearing a Paper J AU innn E R E R 6 3 Method Isien RA EE E E A eneeh ate aaibedeesaeaeane 6 3 LE COL A E E outalieare aencaend aaadiied ty aanuasanuadtnsaene 6 3 Recovering from a Power Interruption sssssssisesessssesstesssresstesstressttesteessreessttsretssrestressteetetssrensstessrenstre reens 6 4 Appendix A Important Printer Information System RequifemeniS sussend iouis tunsaiunn inuinsaniaeaasiusduyteveneaibanssedseasedaadve EENS EEEE E S
22. KODAK Photo Printer 6800 6805 User Guide for KODAK Photo Printer 6800 6 in KODAK Photo Printer 6805 5 in ES Eastman Kodak Company 343 State Street Rochester New York 14650 Eastman Kodak Company 2003 Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company ENERGY STAR is a U S registered trademark 6B8601 Product Overview 1 Filter openings 2 Cover release 3 Upper cover 4 Operator panel 5 Print exit slot print catcher not shown 6 Trim tray 7 USB connector 8 Paper door 9 Data plate location may vary 10 Serial number Bar code label location may vary 11 Power connector 12 Power switch Product Overview Internal View with Ribbon Installed 1 Thermal head 2 Stripper plate Internal View with Ribbon Removed 3 Cleaning roller rear 4 Platen roller 5 Cleaning roller front Product Overview Operator Panel 7 Kodak Photo Printer 6800 KJ Paper Menu Advance bes OOo OO C Ready A Error Paper Rewind Clear Table of Contents 1 Setting Up the Printer Package CONTENMIS cs cxecascensca asso nc dears mavvcndtevn iiinn sania sorte EES aAa desu ties Eni ES EN estes iaa Cae 1 1 Before YOU BOR ii sionerien a a aE Na EAE ETNEN aE E ESAE E ai 1 2 Recommended Air Flow Clearances scsssxsssesasavsunsnscivcpasdyssntynaceesaasauesen dastvessnycnatsaann ta enevansnyea
23. T There are two cleaning rollers in the printer They are not interchangeable Clean them separately to prevent reinstalling them in the wrong position 1 Remove the rear cleaning roller by pulling up on the black knob 2 Remove an alcohol pad from its packaging Wipe the rubber section of the roller with the pad 3 Reinstall the rear cleaning roller in the printer Push the black knob until the roller clicks into place 4 WARNING There are sharp cutter blades inside the front roller area Do not insert hands or objects 4 Repeat steps 1 3 to remove clean and reinstall the front cleaning roller Front cleaning roller 5 3 Maintaining the Printer 5 Close the upper cover by pressing on the center of the cover until it clicks in place 6 Allow the alcohol to dry completely about five minutes before you resume printing 5 4 6 Troubleshooting Resolving Potential Problems Problem Description or Cause Possible Solution Paper jam error light is on The paper is stuck in the Clear the paper jam See Clearing a Paper Jam printer does not operate printer on page 6 3 Prints have linear streaks The thermal head is dirty Clean the thermal head See Cleaning the Thermal Head and Stripper Plate on page 5 2 If the problem persists the heating element may be damaged Contact your KODAK representative for service Prints have streaks made up of small dots
24. a you are using cannot be found or is corrupt The media file cannot be located or is corrupt e Click OK to locate the media file using the File Selection dialog box See Step 16 on page 3 5 e Uninstall then reinstall the calibration software See Installing the Calibration Software on page 3 1 The selected file will not work with this printer Please choose another An inappropriate media file was selected for the printer e Click OK to locate the media file using the File Selection dialog box See Step 16 on page 3 5 e Uninstall then reinstall the calibration software See Installing the Calibration Software on page 3 1 Cannot load DILs Insufficient memory There is not enough memory available for the calibration software to load all the necessary DLLs e Close any other open programs to free up memory e Reboot the computer then run only the calibration software Cannot load the file SDKColorMatch dll Please reinstall the software A file required by the calibration software is missing or corrupt Uninstall then reinstall the calibration software See Installing the Calibration Software on page 3 1 Cannot load the file SDKUsbCtrl dll Please reinstall the software A file required by the calibration software is missing or corrupt Uninstall then reinstall the calibration software See Installing the Calibration Software on page 3 1 3 8
25. aes M jel Printer Model Kodak 6800 Photo Printer z Locate Export Modules Folder Calibrating the Printer Emmm 4 Select your printer from the Printer Model list e Ifthe printer you want to calibrate is on the list select it and go to Step 8 e Ifthe printer you want to calibrate does not appear in the list locate and select the export module for that printer Continue with Step 5 5 Click Locate Export Modules Folder A file selection dialog box appears Select Printer Export Modules Folder E xj E Files c h plug ins printing Cancel gt WINNT Network E gt Kodak co E gt Plug ins Printing E Media Files kdk6800 8be Drives EE 6 Browse to C WINNT Kodak Plug Ins Printing folder NOTE The exact path to the export module folder may differ depending on your operating system 7 Select the folder that the export module is in and then click OK 8 Click Next The following dialog box appears Easy Cal Step 2 of 5 x Printer Confirmation Confirm that the printer listed below is the printer you wish to calibrate Press Select Printer if you want to change the printer Printer Model Kodak 6800 Photo Printer Printer None Selected Select Printer Cancel 9 Confirm that the printer model listed is the printer you want to calibrate e Ifthe printer model you want to calibrate is listed go to Step 13 e Ifyou want to calibrate a differ
26. ates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his or her own expense Requirements of the EMC directive 89 336 EEC were met through compliance with the following e EN 55022 94 class B with Amendments A1 95 and A2 97 e EN 55024 98 ITE Immunity includes the following N61000 4 2 ESD N61000 4 3 Radiated rf immunity N61000 4 4 EFT N61000 4 5 Surge N61000 4 6 Conducted rf immunity N61000 4 11 Voltage dips and interruptions e EN 61000 3 2 Harmonics e EN 61000 3 3 Flicker Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment E E E E E E This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment VCCI If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment it may cause radio interference Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual B 3 Safety and Regulatory Information a a Emm Noise Emission The operator position noise emission value is 58 dB A Average value specified in accordance to JIS Z8731 Disposal This product conta
27. csarvevtnameiess 1 2 Removing the Packing Material s cissssassceccasersasasasedenceseacsusapiansdanevsasstassuenteteagsase anteaapetanasdi sieastdenont deansdeasnsiase 1 3 Installing the Trini Tray jassassesssasnascsuvevesravesienensenenniavoyaveayavsnnasey aa a ia aE A REEE aE aE E aE EESE iaai aii 1 4 Installine the Print Cathet sissisodan eassa eonia iaaiiai aia iaa 1 4 Loading the Ribbon s sesssssseesssiesssissresssrressesssressstssttesttesreensieesstenstensstentttnsttentetnsteesstettenttenreensieenstossreessret 1 5 Connecting the Cables ssrsisssiserinpioisisionsiisis inyin E iaa EEE SEE OEE EE NEENA NE TNN ia 1 7 C nnectina th Power Cable msisassssissisisisissssesssnicisesisssido issis iaia eoaid iiin 1 7 Connecting the USB Cable ss ssssssseesssesesiesssressresssresstsssresssteesressstenttssteensiessrensstensstnstetssteesrenssrenseensseenste 1 8 Turning On the Printer ssiri cii erai onae anin Ey EEEN KETE E Errada NAV Eaa ENaC K enrii 1 8 Lo ding the P pel nissens soseen asitende enanat da aiet aeaea aSa a Sea a eaa iadaaa 1 8 Making a Test Print cea eqiciesaetesdaraeiensra ce concn denataastencaueqea ieaesnaneaiatceanapniesseatueapsencee eaaneaaaermroamiaiie 1 10 Online User Gute ssassissscssnascsczaasvensaveatanssbuaswasavasesd onsavensuientaassedsyeha haiiaheaunwesaynaaghvbaadenveabaptvanbounevaniavayianaiavenees 1 11 2 Installing the Printer Driver Software Installine th Pinter Driver sissisota a i E ea deacons 2 1 C
28. dam capac dnc E cman B 4 TORS OS AN tence avodart iepa ar i ian eair aia tesa inte addy plants a a aasia B 4 Index vi 1 Setting Up the Printer Package Contents The KODAK Photo Printer 6800 6805 is packaged with the following items wa A Bw N e SS CON A Printer KODAK Thermal Printer Cleaning Kit Trim Tray not installed Print Catcher not installed 4 6800 Power Cable 1 US 1 Europe 1 Australia 1 China 2 6805 Power Cable 1 Japan 1 China USB Cable 2 Paper Flange 2 Paper Flange Spacer 6805 only User Guide and software CD not pictured in some countries the User Guide is provided on the CD not in printed form 1 1 Setting Up the Printer a Before You Begin IMPORTANT Your KODAK Photo Printer comes with several power cables Be sure to select the correct power cable required for your country For the KODAK Photo Printer 6800 have the following items available before you begin your printer setup e KODAK Photo Print Kit 6800 4R or KODAK Photo Print Kit 6800 6R which contains the correct paper and ribbon for your printer See Appendix A for details on the Photo Print Kit sold separately e KODAK Photo Printer 6800 6R Print Catcher to catch 6 x 8 in finished prints See Appendix A for details on the Print Catcher sold separately e USB cable included For the KODAK Photo Printer 6805 have the following items available before you begin you
29. ent printer model than the one that is listed continue with Step 10 3 3 Calibrating the Printer mm 10 Click Select Printer The following dialog box appears x Kodak photo printer 6800 6805 1 0 Page media Ribbon Printer ID fo z Printer model Kodak 6800 Width 6 in 152 mm Width 6 in 152 mm Serial number 6443F123 Type Paper Type 4A 4x6 in Blink to Identify Update f E Cancel NOTE The appearance of this dialog box may vary depending on your printer setup and the media file you selected 11 From the Printer ID list select your printer ID NOTE Click Blink to Identify to locate a specific printer if you have more than one printer The Ready light on the operator panel of the printer will blink five times Click Update if you want to update the printer information on the dialog box You may need to do this if your printer is accidentally shut off 12 Click OK to close the dialog box 13 Click Next The following dialog box appears x Setup Confirmation Confirm that the printer setup listed below should be used for calibration Press Change Setup if you want to change the setup Make sure you have loaded these print materials in the printer Printer Kodak 6800 Photo Printer m Printer Setup Marking Media Three Color CMY Change Setup Page Media Photo Paper xtraLife On Cancel lt lt Back 3 4 Ca
30. ins a small amount of lead in the solder on the circuit boards Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities In the USA contact the Electronics Industry Alliance at http www eiae org Index A air flow clearances 1 2 C cabinet cleaning 5 1 cables connecting 1 7 power 1 7 USB 1 8 calibrating the printer 3 1 calibration errors 3 8 calibration software installing 3 1 uninstalling 3 8 calibration utility 3 1 checking paper status 4 2 ribbon status 4 2 cleaning cabinet 5 1 cleaning rollers 5 3 platen roller 5 3 stripper plate 5 2 thermal head 5 2 cleaning rollers cleaning 5 3 clearing paper jam 6 3 connecting cables 1 7 contents package 1 1 D disposal B 4 error messages calibration 3 8 operator panel 6 2 handling paper A 3 prints 4 1 ribbon A 3 help with your printer A 4 humidity paper and ribbon specifications A 2 printer specifications A 1 l installing calibration software 3 1 paper 1 8 print catcher 1 4 printer driver 2 1 ribbon 1 5 trim tray 1 4 K KODAK Photo Print Kit A 2 KODAK Photo Printer Print Catcher A 3 KODAK Thermal Printer Cleaning Kit A 3 L labels safety B 2 loading paper 1 8 ribbon 1 5 maintenance cabinet 5 1 cleaning rollers 5 3 KODAK Thermal Printer Cleaning Kit A 3 platen roller 5 3 stripper
31. librating the Printer En ne a 14 Check that the printer setup listed is the printer setup you want to use for calibration e Ifthe printer setup listed is the correct printer setup for your printer go to Step 19 e Ifyou want a different printer setup than what is listed continue with Step 15 15 Click Change Setup The following dialog box appears Printer Setup NOTE The appearance of this dialog box may vary depending on your printer export module 16 Click Select to change the media file for your printer A file selection dialog box appears 17 Select the media file and then click OK 18 Click OK to close the dialog box 19 Click Next The following dialog box appears Easy Cal Step 4 of 5 3 5 Calibrating the Printer a mmm 20 Check that the Printer and Printer Setup information are correct e Ifthe information is not correct and you have more than one media file click Back and go to Step 15 e Ifthe information is correct click Next to send the default table to the printer NOTE The previous table is overwritten The following dialog box appears x Kodak 6800 Photo Printer 1 0 Printer ID USB 0 Test Print Visual Gray Balance Normal Correction Printer Status Cancel 21 Click Printer Status to find out more information about your printer The following dialog box appears Printer Status E xj Kodak photo printer 6800 6805 1 0 P
32. ling calibration software 3 1 printer driver 2 1 uninstalling calibration software 3 8 printer driver 2 2 specifications paper and ribbon A 2 printer A 1 storing prints 4 1 ribbon A 3 stripper plate cleaning 5 2 supplies printer A 2 support A 4 switch power 1 8 system requirements A 1 l 2 Index Emmm T temperature paper and ribbon specifications A 2 printer specifications A 1 test print making 1 10 thermal head cleaning 5 2 transporting the printer A 3 trim tray 1 4 troubleshooting clearing paper jam 6 3 error messages operator panel 6 2 potential problems 6 1 power interruption 6 4 U uninstalling calibration software 3 8 printer driver 2 2 unpacking 1 3 USB cable connecting 1 8
33. o Printer 6805 have a KODAK Photo Print Kit 6805 3R available This kit contains the correct size paper for your printer See Appendix A for details on the Photo Print Kit sold separately IMPORTANT To keep your prints dust free and to prevent paper jams empty the trim tray each time you change the paper 1 8 Setting Up the Printer To load the paper into the printer 1 Remove the plastic cover from the new paper roll IMPORTANT Do not remove the label from the paper roll until you have successfully loaded the paper into the printer Green paper flange 2 Attach the paper flanges to each end of the paper roll otches a Line up the lugs on the green paper flange with the notches on the left side of the paper roll b Place the green paper flange on the left side of the paper roll c Place the black paper flange on the right side of the paper roll NOTE Be sure to match up the lugs on the green paper flange with the notches on the left side of the paper roll If you do not attach the Black paper flange oe 9 paper flange properly the paper roll will not fit into the printer 3 For the KODAK Photo Printer 6805 attach the paper spacers before attaching the paper flanges Paper spacers 4 Open the paper door The operator panel displays the Cover Open message 5 Set the paper roll into the printer according to the green and black arrows on the label 6 Remove the label from the paper roll
34. ollowing Printer Setting Operator Panel Display Action Required Printer ready Ready None The printer is on and ready to make prints Making a test print Test Print Mode Press enter to make a test print See Making a Test Print on page 1 10 Check remaining Remain XXX YYY None XXX represents how many remaining prints you can make paper status with the current paper roll YYY represents the total number of prints on a paper roll The counter is reset each time you press Paper Rewind Checking the ribbon status DonorRemain XX None XX represents the percentage of the installed ribbon that is available for making prints Checking the printer total print count Printed XXXXX None XXXXX represents the total number of prints made since the printer was manufactured This counter cannot be reset Checking the printer Main Firm None The printer control firmware version number is displayed firmware version Checking the image DSP Firm None The image processing firmware version is displayed processing firmware version 5 Maintaining the Printer To ensure good printer performance and high quality prints keep the printer and its environment clean and dust free Cleaning the Cabinet Clean the exterior cabinet and filter openings regularly to eliminate dust build up and to prevent dirt from entering the printer A caution Never use
35. on Store prints at temperatures below 72 F 25 C for extended periods Store prints at a relative humidity between 30 and 50 Avoid exposure to high intensity light sources particularly fluorescent light and sunlight which are rich in ultraviolet radiation Avoid exposure to vinyl items those made of polyvinyl chloride PVC or any plastic that contains plasticizer If you use transparent sleeves make sure that they are not PVC based Understanding the Operator Panel Lights A Error Light Color Printer Status Q Power Orange The printer power is on xt Ready Green The printer is ready to make prints Red An error has occurred See the message on the operator panel then see Resolving Operator Panel Error Messages on page 6 2 4 1 Operating the Printer Using Setup Mode to Review Printer Settings Use the operator panel to review printer settings in Setup mode Accessing the Printer Settings Printer settings are displayed here Kodak Photo Printer 6800 L E Power O C Ready A E Eror 1 Press Menu to enter Setup Mode 2 Press Menu repeatedly to scroll through the printer settings 3 Press to scroll through selections order 4 Press Enter to initiate an action or accept a change 5 Press Clear to exit Setup Mode Press Menu repeatedly to scroll through the printer settings in the f
36. owser launches automatically If it does not double click the Kodak680x exe file in the CD root directory 2 Select your language 3 Click Software NOTE Before installing the software read the Printer Driver Readme file for important information and updates about the software 4 Click Printer Driver to start the installer 5 Follow the on screen instructions to install the printer driver Installing the Printer Driver Software ae a ree Customizing Printer Properties The Printer Properties dialog box displays options for setting the printer properties 1 For your operating system do the following WINDOWS 2000 WINDOWS XP Select Start gt Settings gt Printers Select Start gt Printers and Faxes 2 Right click the printer icon for your printer model 3 Select Properties 4 Adjust the printer settings appropriately for your printer Customizing Printing Preferences The Printing Preferences dialog box displays options for setting how your printer will print 1 For your operating system do the following WINDOWS 2000 WINDOWS XP Select Start gt Settings gt Printers Select Start gt Printers and Faxes 2 Right click the printer icon for your printer model 3 Select Printing Preferences 4 On the Layout tab click Advanced The Advanced Options dialog box appears 5 Adjust the printing preferences appropriately for your printer Uninstalling the Printer and Prin
37. plate 5 2 thermal head 5 2 Index _ a noise emission spec B 4 O online user guide 1 11 operator panel error messages 6 2 lights 4 1 making a test print 4 2 Paper Advance loading paper 1 10 printer settings 4 2 Ready message 4 2 setup mode 4 2 ordering supplies A 2 output tray See print catcher 1 4 P package contents 1 1 packing material removing 1 3 packing the printer A 3 paper handling and storing A 3 loading 1 8 reordering A 2 specifications A 2 Paper Advance operator panel 1 10 paper jam clearing 6 3 paper status checking 4 2 platen roller cleaning 5 3 power cable 1 7 interruption recovering 6 4 requirements A 1 turning on 1 8 print catcher 1 4 reordering A 3 printer calibrating 3 1 operating 4 1 preferences customizing 2 2 properties customizing 2 2 setting up 1 1 settings 4 2 specifications A 1 printer disposal B 4 printer driver installing 2 1 uninstalling 2 2 printer problems resolving 6 1 printing making prints 4 1 test print 4 2 prints handling and storing 4 1 making 4 1 problems 6 1 radio frequency compliance B 3 Ready message operator panel 4 2 recycling B 4 reordering supplies A 2 ribbon handling and storing A 3 loading 1 5 reordering A 2 specifications A 2 ribbon status checking 4 2 S safety compliance B 3 tips B 1 warning labels B 2 setting up the printer 1 1 setup mode 4 2 software instal
38. r printer setup e KODAK Photo Print Kit 6805 3R which contains the correct paper and ribbon for your printer See Appendix A for details on the Photo Print Kit sold separately e USB cable included IMPORTANT The printer weighs 56 pounds 25 kg and is heavier at the Jront than at the back Use caution when lifting or moving the printer Recommended Air If you plan to set up the printer in a restricted space such as in a cabinet Flow Clearances refer to the following illustration for the recommended air flow clearances for this type of setup 10mm 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm Setting Up the Printer Removing the Packing Material The printer is packaged with protective inserts that prevent damage during shipping Remove these inserts before using the printer Keep the packing inserts reinstall them when repacking and transporting the printer 1 Remove the tape that holds the upper cover closed 2 Slide the cover release toward you then open the upper cover carefully IMPORTANT Cover does not open beyond a 90 angle 1 3 Setting Up the Printer 3 Remove the packing material Installing the Trim Tray The trim tray collects paper trimmings that are generated when the printer cuts the prints e Slide the trim tray into the printer as shown d caution There are sharp cutter blades inside the printer Do not insert f a hands or objects IMPORTANT To keep your prints du
39. rinter information Printer ID 0 Printer model Kodak 6800 Serial number G4A3F123 Page width 6 in 152 mm Page type Paper Ribbon width 6 in 152 mm Ribbon type 4R 4 x 6 in Print count 148 Printer firmware version 20 Update NOTE Click Update if you want to update the information on the Printer Status dialog box You may need to do this if your printer is accidentally shut off 3 6 Calibrating the Printer mmm 22 Click OK to close the dialog box 23 Click Print The information is processed and the calibration test print is printed on the specified printer Processing may take several minutes The following dialog box appears Easy Cal Step 5 of 5 xj S l T Select the cluster on the test print that appears most neutral enter its number below then press Done to calibrate the printer Cluster Number Printer Kodak 6800 Photo Printer r Printer Setup Marking Media Three Color CMY Page Media Photo Paper traLife On Cancel Done 24 Look at the test print and determine which cluster appears the most neutral has the least amount of color 25 Enter the number of the most neutral cluster in the Cluster Number box in a range from 201 249 26 Click Done The printer calibration begins When calibration is complete the following dialog box appears x The Printer is now calibrated Press Proceed to open the calibration table
40. st free and to prevent paper jams empty the trim tray each time you change the paper Trim tray Installing the Print Catcher The print catcher that comes with the printer collects 3 5 x 5 in and 4 x 6 in Print exit finished prints as they exit the printer The KODAK Photo Printer 6800 6R slot Print Catcher is available for purchase with the KODAK Photo Printer 6800 to catch 6 x 8 in finished prints See Appendix A for details on the Print Catcher S sold separately e Hang the print catcher from the print exit slot as shown catcher 1 4 Setting Up the Printer Emmm Loading the Ribbon For the KODAK Photo Printer 6800 have a KODAK Photo Print Kit 6800 4R or KODAK Photo Print Kit 6800 6R available These kits contain the correct size ribbon for your printer See Appendix A for details on the Photo Print Kits sold separately For the KODAK Photo Printer 6805 have a KODAK Photo Print Kit 6805 3R available This kit contains the correct size ribbon for your printer See Appendix A for details on the Photo Print Kits sold separately To load the ribbon into the printer 1 Slide the cover release toward you then open the upper cover carefully IMPORTANT Cover does not open beyond a 90 angle A CAUTION The thermal head becomes extremely hot during normal operation Do not touch it 2 If you are replacing a ribbon remove the used ribbon from the printer NOTE Images remain on the ribbon af
41. ter Driver NOTE You must have Administrator privileges to uninstall the printer and printer driver 1 For your operating system do the following WINDOWS 2000 WINDOWS XP e Select Start gt Settings gt e Select Start gt Printers and Printers Faxes e Double click Printers e Double click Printers The Printers dialog box The Printers and Faxes appears dialog box appears 2 Right click the printer you want to remove and select Delete 3 Click Yes to delete the printer 2 2 Installing the Printer Driver Software Se Select File gt Server Properties Select Drivers Highlight the printer driver you want to remove and click Remove Click Yes to delete the printer driver Click Close on nN A 3 Calibrating the Printer The KODAK Calibration Utility calibration utility allows the KODAK Photo Printer to produce the best possible color response Printer calibration adjusts the response of the printer so that a specific data input value yields a specific color density output When a printer is properly calibrated it generates the correct density for each given data value Your KODAK Photo Printer is shipped with default factory calibration values You should be able to set up your printer and begin printing right away without having to first calibrate the printer However if you are dissatisfied with your prints follow the steps in this chapter to calibrate your printer
42. ter printing If you need to maintain confidentiality dispose of the used ribbon appropriately 3 Insert your fingers into the holes in the plastic on the end of the ribbon Remove the plastic cover from the ribbon IMPORTANT Do not remove the wrapper from the ribbon at this time 1 5 Setting Up the Printer 4 Push the bar code end of the supply spool into the spool holder on the Supply spool right 5 Place the left side of the supply spool into the spool holder on the left 6 Rotate the thumb wheel until the lugs on the spool holder lock into the notches on the supply spool 7 Remove the label and wrapper from the ribbon 8 Push the right side of the take up spool into the spool holder on the Take up spool right 9 Place the left side of the take up spool into the spool holder on the left 10 Adjust the take up spool until the lugs on the spool holder lock into the notches on take up spool 11 If there is any slack in the ribbon remove it by turning the supply spool IMPORTANT Slack in the ribbon can cause a paper jam when making prints 1 6 Setting Up the Printer 12 Close the upper cover by pressing on the center of the cover until it clicks in place Connecting the Cables If you plan to install the printer driver software on your computer you will need to install the software before you connect the cables See Chapter 2 Installing the Printer Driver Software IMPORT
43. tive Cleaning the Thermal Head and Stripper Plate A CAUTION Fingerprints can damage the thermal head which looks like a glass bar Never touch it with your bare hands or fingers 1 Make sure the power switch is turned off O 2 Slide the cover release toward you then open the upper cover carefully IMPORTANT Cover does not open beyond a 90 angle A CAUTION The thermal head becomes extremely hot during normal operation Wait approximately five minutes to begin cleaning the head after you open the upper cover 3 Remove an alcohol pad from its packaging Move the pad along the entire length of the thermal head in one direction only When you clean Thermal head the thermal head Apply firm even pressure Make three passes along the thermal print head Usea clean part of the pad for each pass 4 Use another clean alcohol pad to wipe the edge of the stripper plate 5 2 Maintaining the Printer Cleaning the Platen Roller 1 Remove an alcohol pad from its packaging Wipe the rubber section of the platen roller with the pad Platen roller 2 Rotate the roller to clean the entire surface 3 Allow the alcohol to dry completely about five minutes before you resume printing Cleaning the Cleaning It is essential to keep the cleaning rollers clean to prevent dirt from Rollers transferring back onto the prints and keep the printer operating correctly IMPORTAN
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