Operation

Instructions
English

VJ-1614
Eco-Solvent
Ultra Printer
FOR EUROPE ONLY!
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COPYRIGHT NOTICE

COPYRIGHT © 2008 Mutoh Europe N.V. All rights reserved.

This document may not be reproduced by any means, in whole or in part, without written permission of the
copyright owner.

This document is furnished to support the Mutoh Eco-Solvent Ultra Printer VJ-1614. In consideration of the
furnishing of the information contained in this document, the party to whom it is given, assumes its custody
and control and agrees to the following:

The information herein contained is given in confidence, and any part thereof shall not be copied or
reproduced without written consent of Mutoh Europe N.V.

This document or the contents herein under no circumstances shall be used in the manufacture or
reproduction of the article shown and the delivery of this document shall not constitute any right or license to
do so.

This manual is intended for the European, Middle East and African (EMEA region) markets only.

July 2008
Published: Mutoh Europe N.V., Archimedesstraat 13, B-8400 Oostende, BELGIUM
www.mutoh.eu
www.mutoh.be

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TABLE OF CONTENT

1 REGULARISATION AND SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................... 7

1.1 COMPLIANCE WITH FOLLOWING REGULATIONS ............................................................ 7
1.2 WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES ............................................................................ 7
1.3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................ 8
1.4 WARNING LABELS................................................................................................... 12

2 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ................................................................................. 15

2.1 INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT .................................................................................. 15
2.2 UNPACKING THE BOXES .......................................................................................... 16
2.3 VERIFYING THE BUNDLED ITEMS .............................................................................. 17
2.4 NAME OF THE PARTS AND FUNCTIONS ...................................................................... 19
2.5 ASSEMBLING ......................................................................................................... 21
2.6 LEVELLING THE PRINTER ......................................................................................... 25
2.7 TRANSFER AND TRANSPORTATION ........................................................................... 26

3 PREPARING FOR A JOB .......................................................................................... 31

3.1 CONNECTING THE POWER CABLES ........................................................................... 31
3.2 SWITCHING THE POWER ON/OFF ........................................................................... 32
3.3 CONNECTING THE PRINTER TO THE WORKSTATION .................................................... 34
3.4 INSTALLING THE INK CASSETTES .............................................................................. 35
3.5 MEDIA HANDLING ................................................................................................... 39
3.6 PERFORMING A NOZZLE CHECK ............................................................................... 45
3.7 HEAD HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ..................................................................................... 46
3.8 STEP ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................. 47

4 PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE .................................................................................. 51

4.1 DONE BY END USER ................................................................................................ 51
4.2 DONE BY AUTHORIZED MUTOH TECHNICIAN ............................................................. 63

5 MENU STRUCTURE OVERVIEW .............................................................................. 65

5.1 OPERATION PANEL ................................................................................................. 65
5.2 PANEL SETUP MENU ............................................................................................... 68

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1 REGULARISATION AND SAFETY

INFORMATION
1.1 COMPLIANCE WITH FOLLOWING REGULATIONS
The CE marking is a mandatory European marking for certain product groups to
indicate conformity with the essential health and safety requirements set out in
European Directives.

By affixing the CE marking, the manufacturer, his authorized representative, or the

person placing the product on the market or putting it into service ensures that the item
meets all the essential requirements of all applicable EU directives and that the
applicable conformity assessment procedures have been applied.

Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and
components, which can be recycled and reused.

When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the
product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC – WEEE regulation.

Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and
electronic products.

Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with
your normal household waste. The correct disposal of your old product will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

Caution
• When performing an installation or an operation of the printer, be sure to follow the directions
and warnings mentioned in this book.

1.2 WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES

The contents of alarm displays included in this User’s Guide and warning label stuck on the main body of the
printer are classified into three categories according to the degree of danger.
Understand the meaning of the following warning terms and follow the contents (instructions) in this guide.

Warnings Meaning
If ignored, it would lead to dangerous situations where death or serious injury
Important
may be caused.
If ignored, it would lead to a dangerous situation, causing slight or middle class
Caution
illness, or damage to the product or parts of the product.
Notes Used for a special caution and for information that needs to be emphasized.

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1.3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

In order to use the printer safely, the general notes which must be followed are explained.

Symbol Meaning

Indicates ‘prohibited’ operations.

Indicates required operations.

Caution
• When performing an installation or an operation of the printer, be sure to follow the directions
and warnings mentioned in this book.

Managing VOCs
Using Mutoh printers with Eco-Ultra Solvent inks, volatile organic compounds will be released. (VOCs)
In order to protect human health and the environment, VOCs must be managed. This means VOCS need to
be controlled and complying with all local, state and federal environmental, occupational health, and safety
regulations on VOCs in the atmosphere and in the workplace is needed.
The amount of released VOCs depends on multiple factors: room volume, unforced ventilation, print mode,
number of printers in the room, heaters settings, kind of media, use of extra dryers, print production…
Because of differences in local regulations and working conditions, it’s recommended to consult a local
consultancy agency to determine the regulations involved. An acknowledged laboratory can determine the
total amount of released VOCs in the atmosphere and in the workplace. Consequently they can determine if
forced ventilation for occupational health and air pollution control devices are needed. An engineering firm
could be consulted on the installation of the ventilation system where prints are produced, handled and
stored.
Handling inks / cleaning + waste of inks / cleaning

Caution
• Before handling inks/ cleaning and their waste, do carefully read the MSDS-sheet and the
container labels for important health, safety and environmental information.

• Only use original manufacturer’s ink and appropriate cleaning liquid. Before installing the ink cassette,
shake it gently. Doing so will preserve print quality.

• When an ink cassette is moved from a cold place to warm place, keep the ink cassette for three hours or
more in the new printing environment before printing.

• Inks
o General advice: wear safety glasses and gloves especially when handling the waste ink.
o After spill: remove contaminated clothing.
o After inhalation: if difficulties occur after vapour/aerosol has been inhaled, remove to fresh air and
seek medical attention.
o After skin contact: wash thoroughly with soap and water.
o After eye contact: wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water while eyelids held
open.
o After swallowing: rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Never induce vomiting.

• Do not disassemble ink cassettes. Otherwise, ink may get in your eyes or on your skin. Also a
disassembled ink cassette can not be used.
• When refilling ink, use original manufacturer’s ink cassettes. This printer is designed to use genuine ink
cassettes. If you use ink cassettes which are not produced by the original manufacturer,
o printing might become blurred and the end of the ink in the cassette might not be detected correctly

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o Any problems caused by using an ink cassette other than those recommended above will not be
covered by the warranty, and repair expenses will be paid by the customer.
• For handling waste : see section 13 on the MSDS-sheet

General safety instructions that must be observed to use the equipment safely are explained below.

• Do not install the printer in places where there is a possibility that the printer may be damaged or might
fall by chance. For example:
o On a shaky stand
o Slanting location
o Places where vibration of other machines etc. is transmitted

• Do not stand on the printer or do not place heavy things on top of it. The printer may be damaged or
might fall.

• Cover the printer with a blanket or cloth like table cloth and do not close the vent. If the vent is closed,
the printer could accumulate heat inside and may cause fire.

• Do not install the printer in places where the humidity is high or in a dusty environment. It could lead to
an electric shock and/or fire.

• Do not use damaged power cables. It could lead to an electric shock and / or fire.

• Do not take out or insert the power plugs with wet hands. This could lead to an electric shock.

• Do not connect earth cables in the following areas :

o Gas pipes. Doing so may cause fire or an explosion.
o Earth terminals for telephone lines or lightning rods. Doing so may cause a large flow of voltage if
lightning occurs.
o Water pipes or faucets. If there is a plastic part in the pipe, the grounding will not work correctly.

• Do not store combustible materials on the print platform. It could lead to fire when raising the
temperature.

• Do not insert or drop metal or objects which are easily combustible through the openings such as fresh
air inlet into the printer. It could lead to an electric shock and fire.

• When foreign substances or liquids such as water enter the printer, do not use the printer. It could lead
to an electric shock and / or fire. Immediately switch OFF the power, disconnect the power plugs from
the electric socket, and contact your local MUTOH dealer.

• While installing optional items, be sure to Switch OFF the printer and pull out the power plugs. It could
lead to an electric shock.

• Wire the various cables as explained in the User’s Guide. Wrong wiring could cause fire.

• Be sure to use the power cables supplied with the printer. If other power cables are used, it could cause
an electric shock or fire.

• Make sure to use only the specified power supply (AC 100 V - 120 V or AC 220 V - 240 V). If a power
supply other than the specified voltage is used, it could cause an electric shock and fire.

• Take power for the printer directly from the power socket (AC 100 V - 120 V or AC 220 V - 240 V). Do
not use complex multiple plugs on the same socket. This could generate heat and might cause fire.

• Be sure to use a dedicated power socket with earth wire for the power supply, and connect it to the earth
wire. If the earth wire is not connected, an electric shock or fire may occur.

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• The waste fluid from the printer is a waste oil (waste ink) of industrial waste. Proper waste fluid disposal
according to industrial waste disposal laws and ordinances of your local governments are required.
Consign disposal of waste fluids to specialized processor.

• Do not insert or drop metal or flammable objects into the printer through openings such as a fresh air
inlet. It could lead to an electric shock or fire.
If foreign substances or liquids such as water entered the printer, do not use the printer. It could lead to
an electric shock or fire. Immediately switch OFF the printer, disconnect the power plugs from the
electric socket, and contact your local Mutoh dealer.

• Pay attention to the following points, while handling the power cables.
o Do not do anything forcefully on the power cables.
o Do not keep heavy objects on the power cables.
o Do not bend, twist or pull the power cables by force.
o Do not route the power cables near heating appliances.

• Verify that no foreign substances such as dust are stuck on the power plugs. If you have controlled this,
make sure that the power plugs are firmly inserted to the edge of the power socket.
• Mishandling of the power cables could lead to a fire.

• Be careful that your fingers are not caught when opening or closing the media cover or front cover.

• Do not operate the media set lever during printer initialization. If the carriage portion and the pressure
roller portion touch each other, there is a possibility that the printer may break down.

• Do not touch the media guide during printing. It is hot and may cause burns.

• Do not touch the media feed slot, platen or media guide while heaters are operating. They are hot and
may cause burns.

• Do not use volatile solvents such as thinner, benzene, or alcohol. These could damage the paint.

• Be careful that moisture does not enter the printer. There is a possibility that the electric circuits inside
the printer might get short circuited.

• Do not open covers attached with screws under any circumstance. This could cause an electric shock or
printer breakdown.

• While cleaning with the wiper

o Do not touch the cleaning wiper and head cap unit.
Head cleaning may not be operated correctly because of the grease attached.
o Make sure to wipe the print head with a dry poly-knit wiper.

• Do not make the main body of the printer slanting or place it in a vertical position or do not keep the
printer upside down. There is a possibility that ink inside the printer may leak. Moreover, normal
operation after shifting (to these positions) cannot be guaranteed.

• Unpacking, transporting and installing the printer to the installation place should be done by 4 or more
persons

• Move the printer maintaining it in a horizontal position.

Do not make the main body of the printer slanting or place it in a vertical position, nor keep the printer
upside down. There is a possibility that the ink inside the printer may leak. Moreover, normal operation
after shifting to these positions cannot be guaranteed.

• While taking out the printer from the container box, make sure to remove the vinyl sheet and hold the
handles on the printer side. If the printer is lifted with the vinyl sheet attached, there is a possibility that
the printer might fall and might be damaged.

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• While installing the stand, be sure to switch OFF the printer power and to pull out the power plugs. It
could lead to an electric shock.

• If the printer is not used for a longer period, make sure to pull out the power plugs from the power
sockets for safety reasons.

• Make sure to connect an earth wire to the earth connection which meets the following standards:
o Earth terminal of power socket
o Earth wire with copper plate which is buried at 650 mm or more, deep in the ground.

• Set the roll media on an even surface such as a desk etc. If the roll media is set in such a way that the
scroller is standing vertical, there is a possibility that the scroller might get damaged.

• When printing is finished, the media guide is at high temperature. Wait until the media guide cools off.

• Pay attention when you cut roll media. Mishandling the razor blade may cause a cut in your finger or
hand.
o When you hold media, do not place your finger on the media cut groove.
o Move the razor blade along the media cut groove.

• Be sure to switch OFF the power, and disconnect the power plugs when cleaning the printer.

• Follow the instructions below when handling the power plugs. Otherwise, fire may occur.
o Wipe away dust and any other residue before inserting the plugs.
o Ensure that the plugs are firmly inserted as far as it will go.

• Ensure that the plugs have been disconnected from the power sockets when they are not used for a long
time.

• Do not drop waste fluid when replacing the spitting-box sponges. If waste fluid comes into contact with
the grid roller, the surface of the grid roller will be damaged, and the media feed function may be
affected.

• When cleaning around the print head

o Do not touch the nozzle of the print head; doing so may damage the print head.
o Do not touch the head of the cleaning stick, oil on your hands may attach to the cleaning stick,
causing damage to the print head.
o Do not immerse the head of the cleaning stick in water; doing so may damage the print head.
o Do not reuse the cleaning stick; dust attached to the stick may damage the print head.

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1.4 WARNING LABELS

A warning label is used on parts of the printer which especially needs your attention. Understand the
locations and the descriptions of the danger associated with each label before operating the printer.

1.4.1 Handling the operation procedure labels

• Check whether all the warning labels can be read. If the letters or illustrations on the label are not
clear, remove the dirt from the label.
• Use cloth, water and neutral detergent to remove dirt from the warning label. Avoid either organic
solvents or gasoline.
• It is necessary to replace the labels if they are damaged, lost or illegible.
• If the warning labels have to be replaced, contact your local MUTOH dealer.

1.4.2 Locations and types of warning labels

5 4 3 2 1
6

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N° Types of warning labels

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2 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2.1 INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT
Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

2.1.1 Environmental conditions for installation

Floor strength of the installation place More than 2940 Pa (300 kg/m²)
Power Supply AC90V – 132V/198V – 264V
Frequency Range 50/60Hz ± 1Hz
Power Specifications
Main: 8.5 A / 4.5A
Power Capacity
Heater: 8.5 A / 4.5A
Temperature: 20°C to 32°C
Operative Condition
Humidity: 40% to 60%, No condensation
Guaranteed range of Temperature: 22°C to 30°C
printing accuracy Humidity: 40% to 60%,
Environmental conditions Temperature: within 2°C per hour
Change rate
Humidity: within 5% per hour
Temperature: - 20°C to 60°C
Archiving environment Humidity: 20% to 80%,
No condensation ( Ink unfilled)

Notes
• Concerning temperature and humidity, avoid:
o Places where temperature or humidity may rapidly change, even though within the required
conditions.
o Places that receive direct sunlight, increased illumination or direct air, for example from an air
conditioner.
• To keep the temperature and humidity constant, install this product in a location where the air condition
is adjustable.

2.1.2 Installation space

Install the printer on a levelled floor which has enough strength to support the weight of the entire machine.

Notes
• For the weight of the printer and the stand, please refer to the Operation Manual.

A 650 mm E 1550 mm
B 1000 mm F 3800 mm
C 1000 mm G 2700 mm
D 1000 mm

Total height with cassettes mounted = 1600 mm

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2.2 UNPACKING THE BOXES

This product is shipped in 3 different boxes, one box with the printer body, one box for the printer stand and
one with the ink and documentation.

Notes
• Unpacking this product requires 4 or more people.
• Before taking out the printer from the box, make sure to remove the bag first. If the printer is lifted out
with the bag still around it, there is a possibility that the printer might slip from your hands and be
damaged.

2.2.1 Unpacking the printer box

Step 1 : Carry the box to where you will unpack it.

Step 2 : Remove the bands.

Step 3 : Open the box and take out the following components:
• Installation Manual
• Installation kit
1

4
3 N° Name
1 Top board
2 Outer board
3 Side board
4 Centre board
3 5 Cushion (left)
5
7 6 6 Cushion (right)
8 7 Installation kit
8 Installation Manual
9
9 Printer body
10 Base

10

2.2.2 Unpacking the stand box

Step 1 : Carry the box to where you will unpack it.

Step 2 : Open the box and take out the components.

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2.3 VERIFYING THE BUNDLED ITEMS

Notes
• After unpacking, please verify that the product is not damaged and that no components are missing. If
so, contact your local MUTOH dealer.

2.3.1 Items in the printer box

1

N° Name Quantity
1 Printer main body 1
2 Installation kit 1
3 Installation Manual 1
2 3

2.3.2 Starterskit
N° Name Quantity
1 Power Cables Europe 2
2 Power Cables UK 2
3 User’s Guide 1
4 CD with Mutoh manuals 1
Ink Starter Set 1
5 Cleaning cassettes 4
Ink cassettes 4
6 Waste tank bracket 1
7 Polyknit wipers 30
8 I² instruction sheet 1
9 MSDS CD 1
10 250 ml eco-solvent cleaning 1 bottle
11 PE gloves

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2.3.3 Items in the Installation kit

N° Name Quantity
1 Clean stick 10
2 Tweezers 1
3 Spitting box sponge 10
4 Spirit level 1
5 Waste fluid tank 1
6 Tray 1

2.3.4 Items in the stand box

N° Name
1 Wheel box
2 buffer
3 foot
4 Corner buffer
5 Lifting tubes
6 Buffer box
7 Instruction sheet stand
8 Small buffer box
9 Stay
10 Screw set
Hexagon bolt M5x10
(8Pcs)
Spring washer M5
(8Pcs)
Plain washer
(8Pcs)
Pan head spring M4x10
(4Pcs)
Hexagon ball wrench
(1Pcs)
Screwdriver
(1Pcs)
Hexagon bolt M6x30
(8Pcs)
Plain washer M6
(8Pcs)
Sprint washer M6
(8Pcs)
Hexagon wrench 5mm
(1Pcs)

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2.4 NAME OF THE PARTS AND FUNCTIONS

2.4.1 Front section
7 3 11 2

11

9
8
5

4 10 10 4

N° Name Function
Used to fix or release the media.
Lower the lever to fix the media.
1 Media loading lever Lower the lever further to fix the media more firmly. Used to improve the
accuracy of media feeding.
Raise the lever to release the media.
Operation condition setting, printer display and various function settings are
2 Operation panel
performed.
Used to prevent that a user comes in contact with the driving mechanism during
3 Front cover the printer operation. Opened and closed when media is set or jammed. It is
normally closed.
4 Stand To install the printer on a levelled floor.
Used to feed the media smoothly when the media is set or printed. The printer
5 Media guide
has also an incorporated heater (after heater) to dry the ink.
Installed inside of the front cover.
6 platen
The heater (platen heater) to dry ink is installed.
Installed inside of the front cover.
7 pressure rollers
Press and hold the media when printing.
Installed inside of the front cover.
8 Media cut groove
Used to cut media straight.
Used to prevent the user from touching the inner mechanical section.
Open and close in the following cases.
9 Maintenance cover • When cleaning the wiper.
• When cleaning around the printer.
It is normally closed.
10 adjuster Used to install the printer horizontally
These media retainers will keep the media edges flat onto the printer. This to
11 Media retainers
prevent a crash of the moving print head with the media.

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2.4.2 Rear section

3 2 4

7
8

5 67 1

N° Name Function
Used to load the roll media.
1 Roll media holders Include flanges where roll media is attached, and the levers that fix the
roll media holders.
2 Media feed slot Used for feeding media
3 Ink cassette slot Insert the ink cassette
Used for smoothly feeding through media when the media is set or
printed.
4 Media guide
The VJ-1614 printer also incorporates a pre-heater element to warm up
the installed media before printing.
5 AC inlet Used to connect the power cables.
6 USB connector Not used for this printer
Network interface
7 Connects a network interface cable.
connector
8 Waste fluid tank Used to collect waste ink discharged from the printer.
Open and close when discharging the waste fluid from the waste fluid
9 Waste fluid valve
tank. The default position is closed.

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2.5 ASSEMBLING
2.5.1 Assembling the stand
Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

Step 1 : Move the packaging of the stand to the location to unpack.

Step 2 : Open the package and take out the foot, stay, lifting tubes and the packaging materials.

N° Name
1 Stay
2 Foot
3 Packaging material

Step 3 : Attach the waste fluid tank holder to the stand by using four screws.

N° Name
1 Leg
2 Waste fluid tank holder
3 pan head spring + washer
M4*10

Step 4 : Verify that each component is fastened firmly by gently shaking the stand.

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2.5.2 Mounting the printer to the stand

Step 1 : Turn the four adjusters as shown below to prevent the stand from moving.

N° Name
1 Adjusters
2 Stand

Step 2 : Insert the two lifting tubes into the right and left transfer brackets, lift the printer with four or more
people and place it on the stand.

Notes
• On top of each leg as well as on the underside of the printer body there are arrows pictured. To
correctly install, make sure that the arrows of the legs point in the same direction of the arrow on the
body.

2 N° Name
1 1 Lifting tubes
2 Transfer brackets
1 2
3 Stand
3

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Step 3 : Remove the two lifting tubes and fasten the printer to the stand using eight hexagon bolts.

N° Name
1 2
1 Lifting tubes
2 2 Stand
1 2
3 3
3 Hexagon bolt + washer
3
3

3
3
Step 4 : Follow the procedure below to attach the waste fluid tank.
• Place the waste fluid tank in the waste fluid holder
• Attach the waste fluid tube to the tank
• Attach the waste fluid sensor cable to the connector on the bottom of the printer
3

N° Name
5 1 Waste fluid tank holder
2 Waste fluid tank
4 3 Waste fluid tube
4 Waste fluid sensor cable
Waste fluid sensor
5
connector
2

2.5.3 Removing protective materials

Step 1 : Remove the tape from each cover.

Step 2 : Open the front cover, loosen the butterfly screw and remove the metal plate which is fixing the
head unit.

Notes
• Do not throw away this metal plate, you will need it again if you ever want to transfer or transport your
printer.

2 N° Name
1 Head unit
2 Butterfly screw
Head unit fastening
3 material
1 (metal plate)

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Step 3 : Open the right maintenance cover

Step 4 : Turn of and pull out the plastic bar while lifting the carriage.

The plastic bar is loose The plastic bar is fixed

Step 5 : Repeat the procedure to remove the opposite plastic bar.

Step 6 : Open the left maintenance cover and place the tray.

N° Name
1 Maintenance cover left
2 Tray

1 1

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2.6 LEVELLING THE PRINTER

Notes
• Please verify before and after carrying this product that the screws are well fixed.
• When transferring or carrying outside, separate the printer from its stand.

Step 1 : Carry the printer to the installation place.

Step 2 : Turn the adjusters in the direction as shown below to prevent the printer from moving.

1
N° Name
1 Adjusters
2 Stand

2 1 1 2

Step 3 : Level out the printer by placing the spirit level on the left and right plates.

N° Name
1 Spirit level
2 Adjusters

Step 4 : Confirm that the waste fluid valve is closed.

N° Name
1 Waste fluid valve

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2.7 TRANSFER AND TRANSPORTATION

2.7.1 Transferring the printer

Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

When using the dedicated stand, transfer the printer according to the procedure below.

(1) Pre-transfer steps

Step 1 : Verify that the printer has been switched OFF.

Step 2 : Dispose the waste fluid

Step 3 : Remove all the cables, such as the power cable

Step 4 : Verify that the butterfly bolts attaching the stand with the printer, are well fixed.

Step 5 : Verify that the printer head is in the rightmost position.

Step 6 : Attach the protective material (metal plate) for attaching the head unit, and fix it with
thumbscrews.

N° Name
1 Head unit
2 Butterfly screw
1 3 Head unit fastening material (metal plate)

Step 7 : Open the right maintenance cover and the front cover

Step 8 : Install the plastic bar while lifting the carriage.

Y rail

CR belt fixing
plate

Carriage fixing
shaft

Step 9 : The plastic bars are installed to both right and left side of the carriage.

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Step 10 : Remove the scroller.

Step 11 : Unplug and remove all cables.

Step 12 : Release the lock of the caster wheels and transfer the printer.

Notes
• The casters supplied with the dedicated stand are manufactured for a small transfer on a plain surface.
When moving the printer outdoors, and in places with big step differences, then move the stand and
printer separately. For further details please refer to the Installation guide.

(2) Steps after transfer

Step 1 : Choose a suitable place to install the printer.

Refer to “Installation guide”

Step 2 : Verify that the butterfly bolts fixing the stand with the printer are well fixed.

Step 3 : Connect all cables.

Step 4 : Perform a nozzle check, and verify that there is no clogging in the printer head.
Refer to “Nozzle check”

Step 5 : Perform a head alignment.

Refer to “Adjust print”

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2.7.2 Transporting the printer

When transporting the printer, it is necessary to pack the printer as it was shipped, using the protective
materials and packing materials to protect the printer from vibration and shocks.

Notes
• When transporting the printer, consult your MUTOH product dealer.

(1) Pre- transport procedure

Step 1 : Switch ON the printer.

Step 2 : Verify that the printer is in Normal mode.

Step 3 : Remove all ink cassettes.

Step 4 : Switch OFF the printer.

• Result: The operation panel displays "Transport Mode", and the printer starts the ink rejecting
operation.
• The ink rejecting operation takes about 2 minutes.

Step 5 : Verify that the power light faints when the ink rejection operations has been finished.

Step 6 : Remove the scroller or the optional winding system.

Step 7 : Remove all cables.

Step 8 : Attach the protective material (metal plate) to the head unit, and fix it with thumbscrews.

N° Name
1 Head unit
2 Butterfly screw
3 Head unit fastening material (metal plate)
Step 9 : Open the right maintenance cover and the front cover

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Step 10 : Install the plastic bar while lifting the carriage.

Y rail

CR belt fixing
plate

Carriage fixing
shaft
Step 11 : The plastic bars are installed to both right and left side of the carriage.

Step 12 : Remove the printer from the stand. Refer to: “Installation guide”

Step 13 : Repack the printer.

(2) Post-transport procedure

Step 1 : To perform unpacking, assembling, and placing the printer. Please refer to: “Installation guide”

Step 2 : Set the printer in an available condition. Please refer to “Transferring the printer” and “Steps after
transfer”

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3 PREPARING FOR A JOB

3.1 CONNECTING THE POWER CABLES
Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

Step 1 : Make sure that the power key is switched OFF.

Step 2 : Plug the power cables to the AC inlets on the right of the printer.

N° Name
1 AC inlet
2 Power cables

Step 3 : Correctly insert the power cable plugs into the power sockets.

Notes
• To use the two power cables plugged in the inlets, a total capacity of 17A or more is required. If the
power source cannot supply the required capacity, plug the two power cables in a different power
sources respectively.

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3.2 SWITCHING THE POWER ON/OFF

3.2.1 Switching the power ON
Step 1 : Press the [Power] key on the operation panel to switch ON the printer.

Step 2 : The Power lamp on the operation panel lights up in green.

Step 3 : The printer starts initial operation.

Step 4 : When the initial operation is complete, the printer enters the normal status.

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3.2.2 Switching the power OFF

Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

Step 1 : Before powering OFF, be sure that:

• Printing or other operations are stopped or finished.
• The printer (and operation panel) is in normal mode.
• The head height adjustment lever is lowered

Step 2 : Press the [Power] key on the operation panel to switch OFF the printer.
• The Power indicating light on the operation panel switches OFF.

Notes
• If the [POWER] key is pressed or the power indication light lights up green, the power is ON.
• Press the key once again and switch OFF the power.

• “Power OFF" is displayed on the operation panel.

Notes
• If the head height adjustment lever is raised, “Change Head Gap Low” is displayed. Lower the lever.

N° Name
1 Head height adjustment lever

• All the indication lights on the operation panel and the LCD monitor are switched OFF.

• The printer automatically switches the power OFF.

Notes
• If there is a problem during the Power OFF sequence, the printer displays a message on the operation
panel and may stop operating.
In the case operation stops, refer to “Troubleshooting”.
• After switching OFF the printer, wait for 10 seconds or longer to switch it ON again.

Step 3 : Raise the media hold lever after the powering OFF cycle, so you will not damage the media by
the pressure of the grid rollers.

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3.3 CONNECTING THE PRINTER TO THE WORKSTATION

Step 1 : Switch OFF both the printer and the workstation.

Step 2 : Plug the network interface cable into the network interface connector located at the back of the
printer.

N° Name
1 Network interface connector

Step 3 : Plug the other end of the network interface cable into your workstation.

Notes
• For more information on how to connect to your workstation, please refer to the operation manual of
your workstation.
• For network settings on the side of the printer, refer to the MUTOH Eco-Solvent Ultra Printer VJ-1614
series User’s Guide.

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3.4 INSTALLING THE INK CASSETTES

Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.
Step 1 : Switch ON the printer.

• The printer starts initialization.

• The operation panel displays "[start ink charge ==> E]”, press Enter.
• The operation panel displays "during washing”.
• The shipping liquid is being flushed out.
• If the operation panel displays “wash retry?” select Yes. (Repeat “wash retry” until Cleaning
liquid is coming through to the tank, then select ‘No’.
• The operation panel displays “insert cleaning cassettes”.

Step 2 : Take out the cleaning cassette from the solvent resistant blister.

Step 3 : Install the cleaning cassette into the ink cassette slot.

• Keep the ▼ mark of the cleaning cassette facing to the front side of the printer and insert it into
the ink cassette slot.
• Insert the cleaning cassette to the end of the slot.
1
3

N° Name
1 Cleaning cassette
2 Cleaning cassette slot
3 ▼ mark

• The printer starts filling cleaning fluid.

Step 4 : "During washing" is displayed on the operation panel and the printer starts head cleaning.
Step 5 : After the head cleaning the display shows “Remove Cartridges”

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Step 6 : Remove the cleaning cassettes

• During washing is displayed on the operation panel
• After the washing operation “wash retry” is displayed. Select No and press ENTER
Step 7 : "Insert InkCartridge" is displayed on the operation panel after the head cleaning.
Step 8 : Take out the ink cassette from the solvent resistant blister and shake it gently 2-3 times.
• Slots for ink cassettes are specified depending on colours of ink cassettes. Match the colour
marked by the side of slot with the colour of the ink cassette.
• Keep the ▼mark facing to the front side of the printer and insert it into the ink cassette slot.
• Insert the ink cassettes in the printer as follows :
• The ink cassettes must be inserted in a specific slot according to the type and colour used.
• Insert the cassettes as far as possible.
• Install all four colours.
1

2
3
4
5

N° Name
1 Ink cassette
2 Ink cassette slot K
3 Ink cassette slot C
4 Ink cassette slot M
5 Ink cassette slot Y
Notes
• The ValueJet ink cassettes have been developed in such a way that miss-insertion is not possible. For
each colour, a different design is used, i.e., fins are placed at the outside of each cassette, at different
locations, depending on which colour is used.

Result: The operation panel displays "Ink Refill **%", and the initial ink replenishment starts.
• The ink replenishment takes about five minutes. Initial ink replenishment and pause operation
are repeated during initial filling.
• When “100%” is displayed, the ink replenishment is complete.
• After the first ink fill, the displays shows “Subtank Refill”
• The operation panel displays "Subtank Refill **%",
• It takes about 6 min to refill the subtank.
• After the ink replenishment the operation panel displays “Media End”

Notes
• If the Nozzle check printing is performed immediately after the ink replenishment is completed, the
printed line may become blurred or it might be printing partially.
• In such cases, follow the Operation Manual (Head Cleaning). Charge a small amount of ink and check
the printing result. If there is no improvement in the print result even after refilling a small amount of ink,
leave the printer for one hour of more, and refill a small amount of ink again. If there is still no
improvement, contact your local MUTOH dealer.

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3.4.1 Replacing ink Cassettes

(1) Replacement time

¾ When “[****] InkNearEnd” is displayed on the operation panel the alarm buzzer sounds continuously.
• This message is displayed when there is a small amount of ink remaining in the ink cassette.
• To stop the buzzer, press [ENTER].
• Prepare the ink cassette for replacement.
¾ When “[****] InkEnd” is displayed on the operation panel.
• This message is displayed when there is no ink remaining in the ink cassette.
• When “[****] InkEnd” is displayed on the operation panel the alarm buzzer sounds continuously.
To stop the buzzer click the [ENTER] key.
• Immediately replace it with the new ink cassette.

Notes
• [****] in the messages of the ink cassette replacement indicates the colour that is almost empty or runs
out, using the following characters.
o K: black
o C: Cyan
o M: Magenta
o Y: yellow
• Only remove and insert ink cassettes at the time of replacement. Not doing so may result in incorrect
printing behaviour due to failures such as nozzle loss, or air which might come in the ink tubes.
• If "Ink End" appears, it is not possible to print until the new ink cassette has been inserted.
• If there is no new ink cassette for replacement, leave the empty ink cassette into the printer. Leaving
the printer without ink cassettes inside the ink cassette slots may result in head clogging.

Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

(2) Cassette Types

Our genuine ink cassettes that can be used for the ValueJet 1614 printer are as follows.

Description Model N°
Ink cassette K (Black: 440ml) RJ80U-44-BK
Ink cassette C (Cyan: 440ml) RJ80U-44-CY
Ink cassette M (Magenta: 440ml) RJ80U-44-MA
Ink cassette Y (Yellow: 440ml) RJ80U-44-YE

Notes
• Only use Mutoh original ink.
This printer has been developed for use of genuine ink cassettes. In case of using non genuine ink
cassettes, notice the following :
o Printing might become blurred and the end of ink in the cassette might no longer be correctly
detected.
o The problems caused by using non genuine ink cassettes will not be covered by the warranty and
repair expenses will have to be paid by the customer.
• When the ink cassette is moved from a cold place to a warm place, keep the ink cassette unused for
three hours or more in the printing environment.

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(3) Replacement steps

Notes
• Do not shake ink cassettes. Doing so may cause ink leakage.
• Do not disassemble the ink cassette. A disassembled ink cassette cannot be used.
• When an ink cassette is moved from a cold place to a warm place, keep the ink cassette unused for
three hours or more in the printing environment.
• Do not refill the ink cassettes.
Doing so may result in incorrect printing.
• Insert or remove the ink cassette at the time of replacement only.
Inserting or removing ink cassettes except at the time of replacement may result in incorrect printing.

To replace ink cassettes, follow the steps below

Notes
• Do not replace ink cassettes when the printer is switched OFF. Doing so may result in incorrect
detection of the remaining ink and result in abnormal printing behaviour.

Notes
• A used ink cassette should be put in a vinyl bag or a bag used for this kind of waste. Disposal of an ink
cassette has to be done in compliance with the regulations and instructions of the local authorities.

Notes
• Open the ink cassette solvent resistant blister just before attaching the ink cassette into the cassette
slot. Leaving the ink cassette open for a long time may result in an abnormal printing.
• Replace the ink cassette within 6 months after installing it into the printer.
• Insert or remove the ink cassette not more than 10 times. This to prevent that the smart chip or its
reader would be worn out and malfunction in this way. If inserted or removed more then 10 times the
ink cassette could malfunction even if there is some ink remaining.

Notes
• The printer resumes printing when you have replaced (an) ink cassette (s) after an ink end occurred
during printing.

Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

Step 1 : Verify that the printer has been switched ON.

Step 2 : Remove the empty ink cassette(s) from the ink cassette slot (s)

Step 3 : Unpack the new ink cassette(s).

Step 4 : Insert the new ink cassette(s)

Step 5 : Verify that the printer returns to the Normal mode

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3.5 MEDIA HANDLING

Notes
• There are two optional winding systems available for the ValueJet 1614

o Unwinder/Winder 100
o Motorized winding system with tensioning (T winder)

• Please refer to the User Guide of the chosen system to know how to correctly load media

• Refer to the pricing sheet for more details of these systems.

3.5.1 Installing roll media

Place the roll media in the centre of the printer.

Step 1 : Loosen the fixing levers of the right and left roll media holders, and stretch the levers wider than
the width of the roll media

1 4 2 4 N° Name
1 Roll media holder (Left)
2 Roll media holder (right)
3 Roll media
4 Fixing levers

1 3 2

Step 2 : Tighten the left roll media holder

Step 3 : Attach the roll media to the left roll media holder

Step 4 : Attach the right roll media holder to the roll media and tighten the fixing lever.

Step 5 : Loosen the fixing levers of the right and left roll media holders, slide the roll media to the centre
and tighten the levers.

1 3 2
3

N° Name
1 Roll media holder (Left)
4 4 2 Roll media holder (Right)
3 Roll media
4 Fixing levers

1 3 2

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Step 6 : Switch the printer ON

• The printer starts the initial operation
• “Media End” is displayed on the operation panel
Step 7 : Raise the media loading lever
“Lever Up” is displayed on the operation panel

Step 8 : Open the front cover

Step 9 : Insert the roll media into the media feed slot

1
N° Name
1 Roll media
2 Media feed slot

Step 10 : Pull the roll media approximately 1m out of the media feed slot, which is inside the front cover.
Step 11 : While holding the front end of the roll media, wind the media back for a short distance by turning
the flanges of the roll media holders so that the media is not slack or slanted.

Notes
• When loading roll media, set each side of the media at least 5 mm away from the edges of the pressure
roller. Failing to do so may cause the media to slip or wrinkle while being printed on.

2 2 2

5mm 5mm 1 5mm 1 5mm 1

N° Name
1 Roll media
2 Pressure roller

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If the distance between the edge of the roll media and the pressure roller is less than 5 mm, follow the
procedure below to adjust the position of the roll media.
• Loosen the fixing levers on the right and left roll media holders, and move the roll media to the right or
left.
• After moving the roll media, tighten the fixing levers.

Notes
• Be sure to press the roll media holders against the printer while locking them.

1 3 2
3

N° Name
1 Roll media holder (left)
4 4 2 Roll media holder (right)
3 Roll media
4 Fixing levers

1 3 2

Step 12 : Lower the media loading lever.

Step 13 : Close the front cover.

3.5.2 Replacing roll media

(1) Replacement time

Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

Replace roll media if...

…the roll media runs out.
• The operation panel displays "End of Roll".
• If the media runs out during printing, the printer stops printing.
• If you want to change the media type.

(2) Replacement steps

Notes
• There are two optional winding systems available for the ValueJet 1614

o Unwinder/Winder 100
o Motorized winding system with tensioning (T winder)

• Please refer to the User Guide of the chosen system to know how to correctly replace roll media

• Refer to the pricing sheet for more details of these systems.

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1. Remove the installed roll media.

Step 1 : Verify that

• the printer has been switched ON,

• the printer is in Normal mode, and
• The printer is NOT printing.

Step 2 : Push the media hold lever backward (lever up).

Step 3 : Turn the flanges of the roll media holders and wind roll media

1 2 1

Nr. Name
1 Roll media holders
2 Roll media

Step 4 : Loosen the lever of the right roll media holder and remove the media

1 2

3 1

Nr. name
1 Roll media holder (right)
2 Fixing lever
3 Roll media

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Step 5 : Take the same procedure as in step 4, remove the roll media from the left roll media holder.

1 3 2

1 3

Nr. name
1 Roll media holder (left)
2 Fixing lever
3 Roll media

Notes
• To load another roll media, refer to: “ Setting media”
• Store the roll media you do not use according to: Notes on storing media
• Attach the movable flange to the scroller when you do not set roll media, this to set the scroller to the
printer.

3.5.3 Setting media type

Introduction:
When you have loaded the media in the ValueJet, you will have to set the media type. The Media setup
menu is displayed after the media hold lever is pushed from the backward position to the forward position. (=
lever down)

Notes
The printer starts the media initialization without setting the media type when
• The [Cancel] key of the operation panel is pressed.
• No key operations are performed on the operation panel for 10 seconds.

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Procedure:

Step 1 : Verify that the printer has been switched ON, and the media has been loaded.

Result: After the media is loaded, the display shifts to the Media setup menu.

Notes
Refer to the following topics to load media:
• Installing roll media
• Loading roll media

Step 2 : Press the [Setting value +] key or [Setting value-] key on the operation panel to select the correct
media type.

Step 3 : Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel to confirm your choice.

Result:
• The media type is determined
• The operation panel displays "Media Initial", and the media initialisation starts.

Step 4 : After media initialization, the operation panel displays "Ready to Print" and the printer shifts to
normal

Step 5 : When using the roll media, wind back the roll media to avoid slackness at the back.

Notes
• The printer starts the media initialization without setting the media type when
• The [Cancel] key of the operation panel is pressed.
• No key operations are performed on the operation panel for 10 seconds.

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3.6 PERFORMING A NOZZLE CHECK

Step 1 : Verify that the printer has been switched ON and that loaded media roll or sheet measures more
than an A3 size.

Step 2 : Verify that the printer is in the normal mode – Ready to Print.

Step 3 : Press the [<] key on the operation panel for two seconds or more.

Nozzle check starts.

Step 4 : Check the sample print for blurred or missing parts in the check pattern.

If the nozzle check result indicates that there is a problem such as mentioned above in the check pattern,
clean the head.

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3.7 HEAD HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

When used?
Use the head height adjustment feature when printing at high speeds or when using strongly curved media.
This way you prevent the print head from touching the media.

Notes
• If the head height adjustment lever is raised, high print quality will not be guaranteed.
• Do not open the front cover nor change the head height during printing. If the head height is changed,
the head alignment will be changed and high print quality will no longer be guaranteed.
• To perform a head alignment, refer to “Head height alignment”

Procedure:

Step 1 : Open the front cover.

Step 2 : Change the head height by moving the head height adjustment lever. (Orange)

Notes
• Do not raise the head height adjustment lever higher than the following position, doing so may damage
the printer.

High

N° Name
1 Head height adjustment lever

• The high lamp on the operation panel lights up in green.

Step 3 : Close the front cover.

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3.8 STEP ADJUSTMENT

After every printed swath, the media is fed a certain distance. Depending on the kind of media (weight,
backing) another media feed compensation has to be set. This to avoid the following phenomenon:

• Printed swaths overlap.

• White lines between every swath.

In such cases, follow the procedure below and adjust the media feed compensation value.

Step 1 : Display the Media feed compensation menu on the operation panel.

Step 2 : Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel.

• Shift to the Setup menu display.
• The operation panel displays "Menu 1: Setup>".

Step 3 : Press the [>] key on the operation panel.

• The operation panel displays "Set1: MediaType".

Step 4 : Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.

• The operation panel displays "Media: Type 1".

Step 5 : Press the [+] key or [–] key to select the media type you wish to use.

Step 6 : Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.

• The operation panel displays "**>1: Print Mode".

Notes
• The selected media (Type 1-30) is displayed in "**". Please refer to “Media Type menu”

• Press the [+] key or [–] key to select "**>2: PF Adjust>".

• Press the [>] key on the operation panel.

o The operation panel displays "PF1: “Initial Print ".

Step 7 : Perform the initial adjust print.

• Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.

o The operation panel displays "Feed Length: 250 mm".

Notes
• The length that the media is fed for initial adjustment printing is normally set at 250 mm.
• If you make the feeding length longer, the accuracy of the Media feed compensation improves.
If you want to change the feeding length, press the [+] key or [–] key and change the set value.

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• Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.

o The operation panel displays "Printing".
o Start Initial adjustment printing.

2
1 1

N° Name
1 Feed length
2 Media feeding direction

o When the initial adjustment printing is complete, the printer enters the normal status

• After the initial adjustment printing, cut the media. See “Cutting media”

Step 8 : Measure the distance between two “+” signs in the initial adjustment print using a measurement
tool, such as a ruler.

Step 9 : Set up Initial Adjust Change.

• Press the [+] key or [–] key to select "PF2: Initial change".

• Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.

o The operation panel displays "Init: 250.0/250mm".

• Press the [+] key or [–] key and enter the measured value in step 3.

• Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel

o The initial adjustment value is saved.
o The operation panel displays "PF2: Initial Change".
Step 10 : Perform the Confirm Print.

• Press the [+] key or [–] key to select "PF3: Confirm Print".

• Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.

o The operation panel displays "Feed Length: 250 mm".

Notes
• The length that the media is fed (feeding length) for confirmation adjustment printing is normally set at
250 mm.
• If you make the feeding length longer, the accuracy of the Media feed compensation improves.
If you want to change the feeding length, press the [+] key or [–] key and change the set value.

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• Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.

o The operation panel displays "Printing".
o Start Confirmation adjustment printing.

2
1 1

N° Name
1 Feed length
2 Media feeding direction

After the confirmation adjustment printing, cut the media. For more information, please refer to: “Cutting
media”

Step 11 : Measure the distance between two pluses in the confirmation adjustment print using a
measurement tool, such as a ruler, confirm that the distance matches the feeding length when
printing.

• If the distance does not match the feeding length, follow the procedure from 1 to 5 and re-adjust.

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Step 12 : Perform Micro adjustment printing.

• Display the Media feed compensation menu on the operation panel.

• Press the [+] key or [–] key to select "PF4: Micro Adj. Print".

• Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.

o The operation panel displays "Printing".
o Start Micro adjustment printing.
2

Current adjustment value 0

• After the micro adjustment printing is completed, the operation panel displays "PF4: Micro Adj. Print".

Step 13 : Refer to the illustrations below and check the printing result.

Input the adjustment value

Step 14 : Set up the Micro Adjustment Change.

• Press the [+] key or [–] key to select "PF5: Micro Adj.Change".
• Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.
o The operation panel displays "Micro: 0pulse".

• Press the [+] key or [–] key and enter the micro adjustment value according to the printing result

• Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.

o The micro adjustment value is saved.
o The operation panel displays "PF5: Micro Adj.Change".
o The Media feed compensation is complete.

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4 PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE
4.1 DONE BY END USER
Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

This section describes the periodical services required for a ValueJet 1614 series printer. The periodical
services ensure stable printout quality of the machine. In the periodical services, some service parts need to
be checked, cleaned or replaced.

Perform periodical inspection according to the table below.

N° Action Frequency
1 Clean around the bottom of the head Weekly (or sooner if necessary)
2 Clean the wipers Weekly
3 Replace spitting box sponges 2 months
4 Clean media guide platen Several times a year
5 Clean timing fences Several times a year
6 Clean P-Rear sensor front surface Several times a year
7 Clean pressure rollers Several times a year.

Available kits for the end user and the order numbers

Good Shape Kit KY-80234

N° Description Quantity
1 Gloves 3 boxes (100 per box)
2 Swabs & applicator foam 5.25” 50 Pcs
3 Cleaning fluid 1Litre bottle
4 Spitting box sponge 6 Pcs
5 Poly-knit wipers 30

4.1.1 Cleaning the printer

Periodic cleaning is necessary to use the printer in good condition.

4.1.2 Cleaning the outer case

Instruction: Wipe off the dust and possible dirt from the outer case by using a soft cloth.

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4.1.3 Cleaning inside the printer

Step 1 : Open the front cover.

Step 2 : Remove paper powder and dust from the pressure rollers, using a soft brush.

N° Name
1 Pressure rollers

Notes
• Do not blow paper powder and dust from the pressure rollers, remove media while cleaning.

Step 3 : Wipe off paper powder and ink from the platen using a dust-free and soft cloth slightly damped
with water.

1 2

N° Name
1 Platen
2 Media Guide

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Step 4 : Wipe off the dirt of the grid roller’s unpainted (silver colour) area with damp and a tightly
squeezed soft cloth.

N° Name
1 Grid roller

4.1.4 Replacing the spitting box sponges

Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

(1) Pre- transport procedure

Replace the spitting-box sponges in the following situations.

• When the spitting-box sponge becomes deformed.

• When smears of ink appear on the media
• Two months after replacement.

(2) Type

Notes
• For types and details of the spitting-box sponge, contact your local Mutoh dealer.

(3) Replacing steps

Step 1 : If the printer is turned ON, make sure that:

• Printing or other operations are not in progress.
• The operation panel display is Normal.

Step 2 : Perform the CR maintenance.

• The display enters the CR maintenance menu.
• “CR Mainte.: Start” is displayed on the operation panel.

Step 3 : Press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel.

• Maintenance starts
• The print head moves on the platen.
• “CR Mainte.: END” is displayed on the operation panel.

Step 4 : Open the front cover.

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Step 5 : Lift the spitting box sponge hook and release the hook. Then, remove the spitting box sponge
holder.

Step 6 : Remove the spitting box absorbent from each spitting box using tweezers.

N° Name
1 spitting boxes
2 spitting-box sponge

Step 7 : Assemble the following parts:

• Spitting box sponge
• Spacer
• Spitting box sponge holder

Step 8 : Install the new spitting box absorbent to each spitting box.

Step 9 : Close the front cover.

Step 10 : Press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel.

• The print head returns to its original position.
• Spitting box absorbent replacement is complete.

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4.1.5 Head cleaning

When to perform?
Perform a head clean if the prints become blurred or are incomplete.

Notes
• Remove media while cleaning.

Step 1 : Verify that the operation panel is in Normal mode.

Step 2 : Verify that the media hold lever is lowered

Step 3 : Press the [>] key on the operation panel to select the cleaning mode.

Step 4 : Press the [Cleaning] key on the operation panel for at least 2 seconds.

Result: The operation panel displays “Cleaning **%”.

Step 5 : Start the head cleaning.

Notes
• Pressing the [Cleaning] key again after the 1st head cleaning performs a strong cleaning. If you fail to
remove blurs or incompleteness of printing in one head cleaning, perform a strong cleaning.
• If you fail to remove blurs or incompleteness of printing with several head cleaning, refer to
Troubleshooting, and perform the adequate process.

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4.1.6 Cleaning the wiper

Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

(1) Cleaning time

Clean the wiper once a week or when blurs or incompleteness in printing remains after the head cleaning.

Notes
• Use the poly-knit wiper when cleaning the wiper.

Step 1 : If the printer is switched ON, make sure that:

• Printing or other operations are not in progress.
• The display on the operation panel is in the normal state.

Step 2 : Display the CR Maintenance menu on the operation panel.

Step 3 : Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel.

• “Menu 1: Setup>” is displayed on the operation panel.

• The operation panel shifts to the setup menu display.

Step 4 : Press the [>] key on the operation panel.

• “Set1: MediaType” is displayed on the operation panel.

Step 5 : Press the [+] key or [-] key to select “Set20: CR Maintenance”.

Step 6 : Press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel.

• “CR Mainte.: Start” is displayed on the operation panel

• The display enters the CR Maintenance menu.

Step 7 : Press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel.

• Maintenance starts.
• The print head moves to the left.
• The wiper moves forward.
• “CR Maintenance: End” is displayed on the operation panel.

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Step 8 : Open the maintenance cover on the right of the printer.

N° Name
1 Maintenance cover

Step 9 : Use the cleaning stick to remove the ink and dust on the cleaning wiper.

• Cleaning wiper front side:

¾ Wipe horizontally

3
1

N° Name
1 Cleaning wiper
2 Cleaning stick
3 Head cap unit

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• Cleaning wiper backside:

¾ Wipe vertically

2
3

N° Name
1 Cleaning wiper
2 Cleaning stick
3 Head cap unit

Step 10 : Close the right maintenance cover

• Close the cover firmly until it is locked.

N° Name
1 Maintenance cover

Step 11 : Press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel

• The print head returns to its original position

• The cleaning wiper returns to its original position
• “CR Mainte.: Start” is displayed on the operation panel

Step 12 : Press the [Cancel] key on the operation panel several times

• The printer enters the Normal mode

• Wiper cleaning is now complete.

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4.1.7 Cleaning around the print head.

Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

Clean the print head when foreign objects, such as dust or ink, causing omitted dots or ink drops are
attached around the print head.

Notes
• Before starting to clean around the print head, read and understand this procedure, then clean promptly
and accurately.
• When cleaning around the print head, the print head cap must be removed and cleaning must be
complete before the head dries. The recommended time for cleaning is about 15 minutes.
• If cleaning exceeds 15 minutes, discontinue it by following steps 7 and 8. Perform head cleaning, and
then start cleaning around the print head again. For more information please refer to:” Head cleaning”
• Use the cleaning stick to clean around the print head.

Step 1 : If the printer is switched ON, make sure that.

• Printing or other operations are not in progress.
• The operation panel display is Normal.
Step 2 : Display the CR Maintenance menu on the operation panel.

Step 3 : Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel.

• “Menu 1: Setup>” is displayed on the operation panel.

• The operation panel shifts to the Setup menu display.

Step 4 : Press the [>] key on the operation panel.

• “Set1: MediaType” is displayed on the operation panel.

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Step 5 : Press the [+] key or the [-] key to select “Set20: CR maintenance”

Step 6 : Press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel.

• “CR Mainte.: Start” is displayed on the operation panel.

• The display enters the CR Maintenance menu.
¾ For more information please refer to “periodical Maintenance”.

Step 7 : Press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel

• Maintenance starts
• The print head moves to the left.
• “CR Maintenance: END” is displayed on the operation panel.

Step 8 : Open the left maintenance cover.

N° Name
1 Maintenance cover

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Step 9 : Confirm, using a light such as a penlight, that there are no foreign objects, such as dust or ink
attached to the following parts:

2 1 2

4 3 4

N° Name
1 print head
2 Head guide area
3 Nozzle
4 Dust, ink mass

Step 10 : If foreign objects, such as dust or ink are attached to the print head, remove them using the
cleaning stick.

2 1 2

4 3 4

N° Name
1 Print head
2 Head guide area
3 Nozzle
4 Dust, ink mass

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Step 11 : Close the left maintenance cover.

• Close the cover firmly until it is locked.

N° Name
1 Maintenance cover.

Step 12 : Press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel.

• The print head returns to its original position

• “CR Mainte.: Start” is displayed on the operation panel.

Step 13 : Press the [Cancel] key on the operation panel several times.

• The printer enters the Normal mode

• Cleaning around the print head is now complete.

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4.2 DONE BY AUTHORIZED MUTOH TECHNICIAN

This section describes the periodical part replacement and the periodical inspections required for this printer.
These periodical services ensure the stable printing quality of the printer.

4.2.1 Periodical replacement of parts

Perform periodical replacements according to the table below. These replacements should be executed by
an authorized Mutoh technician. These replacements are necessary to ensure the best printing quality
output.

Part Timing
Maintenance station Once a year
Wiper Once a year
Damper Once a year

4.2.2 Periodical inspection part list

Perform periodical inspections according to the table: “Periodical Inspection Part List” and perform cleaning
and part replacement as necessary.

Part Timing Check point

Media dust accumulation
Media guide
Once a year Foreign objects
Sub platen front surface
Damages
Media dust accumulation
Timing fence
Once a year Foreign objects
(CR encoder detection slit plate)
Damages
Rail on the CR guide frame Once a year Foreign objects
Media dust accumulation
P_REAR sensor front surface Once a year
Foreign object

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5 MENU STRUCTURE OVERVIEW

5.1 OPERATION PANEL
Notes
• Refer to the following for details regarding the operation method of the operation panel.
• When performing menu setting from the operation panel: “Menu setup on the operation panel”
• When performing various operations in the operation panel: “Operating from the operation panel”

8, 9 10

17
13
14 15
16
11
6
12

1
5

3 4 7 2

Notes
• The operation keys are assigned with different functions and names depending on the printer status
(Normal or Setup menu display) for details about the printer status, please refer to: “Printer Status”

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(1) Operation keys in the Normal mode

N° Key Normal Setup menu display

1 [Menu] key Changes to Setup menu Shifts from Setup menu display to Normal.
The menu to set is selected and it shifts to the next
[Enter] key ---- hierarchy.
The setting is determined and saved
2
Hold this key for two
[Cleaning] key seconds or more to clean ----
the print head.
When printing: Forcefully Returns to the previous menu.
terminates printing and Changes made in the settings are discarded.
deletes one file of the Shifts from Setup menu display to the normal
remaining data. display.
3 [Cancel] key When receiving or
analyzing: deletes data
that is already received
and analyzed, and delete
the next data
This menu changes the set value.
[<] key ----
Origin menu.
4 Hold this key for two
[Nozzle Check] seconds or more to
----
key perform a Nozzle Check
printing.
Sets Cleaning Mode.
The lamp of the Cleaning With this key you can go down in the menu level of
5 [>] key
Mode that you set lights the directory tree.
up (green)
Media is fed in the
[Backward feed↑] ----
reverse direction.
Changes to the previous item in the displayed
6 menu.
[+] key ---- The setting is changed to the forward direction.
The numeric value is increased during numerical
input.
Media is fed in the
[Forward feed↓] ----
forward direction.
Changes to the previous item in the displayed
7 setting.
[-] key ---- The setting is changed to the reverse direction.
The numeric value is decreased during numerical
input.
Switches the printer ON
8 [Power] key Switches the printer ON or OFF
or OFF

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(2) Display section.

N° Name Colour Status Description

Lamp ON Power ON
Lamp An error has occurred. Error content is displayed on the
9 Power lamp green
blinks LCD
Lamp OFF Power OFF
Analyzing received data.
Lamp ON
Printing.
10 Data lamp Orange Lamp
Receiving data
blinks
Lamp OFF Data is not received nor analyzed.
Lamp ON The head height is set to High
11 High Lamp Green
Lamp OFF The head height is set to Low
Lamp ON The head height is set to Low
12 Low Lamp Green
Lamp OFF The head height is set to High
Lamp ON The Effect menu is set to Wave.
13 Wave Lamp Green
Lamp OFF The Effect menu is set to None.
Lamp ON The Effect menu is set to Fine or Super Fine
14 Fine & S.Fine lamp Green The Effect menu is set to Wave.
Lamp OFF When the Wave lamp is switched OFF, the Effect menu is
set to None.
Cleaning Mode is set to Strong.
15 Strong lamp Green Lamp ON When the Normal lamp is also switched ON, Cleaning
Mode is set to Economy.
Lamp OFF Cleaning Mode is set to strong.
Cleaning Mode is set to Normal.
16 Normal lamp Green Lamp ON When the Strong lamp is also switched ON, Cleaning
Mode is set to Economy.
Lamp OFF Cleaning Mode is set to Strong.
LCD display Displays operation status of the printer or an error
17 --- ---
section message.

Notes
• When an error requiring a restart (fatal malfunction for the printer operation) occurs, all lamps blink with
an alarm.
• If the error persists, even when the malfunction is fixed, contact your local MUTOH dealer.

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5.2 PANEL SETUP MENU

Type from 1 Graphic
Menu1 Setup Set 1 Media Type 1>1 Print mode
to 30 1
Graphic
2
Banner 1
Banner 2
Banner 3
Banner 4
Quality 1
Quality 2
Quality 3
Quality 4
1>2 PF Adjust
1>3 Pre Heater
1>4 Platen Heater
1>5 After Heater
1>6 Standby Heating
1>7 Vacuum Fan

Set 2 Effect None 1

None 2
Wave 1
Wave 2
Fuzz 1
Fuzz 2
Fine &
Wave 1
Fine &
Wave 2
Fine &
Wave 3
Fine &
Wave 4
A-S Fine &
Wave
B-S Fine &
Wave

Set 3 Flushing Origin

On Media
From 3 to
Set 4 Side Margin
25 mm

Set 5 Media Initial OFF

Width
Top &
Width

Width
Set 6 Media Width Confirm ---
mm

Set 7 Take-Up OFF

Type 1

Set 9 Origin

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Set 10 Prev. Stick ON

OFF

Set 11 Head Fan ON

OFF

Set 12 CR Movement Data

Machine
From 1 to 9
Set 13 Over Write Cnt cut

From 0.0 to
Set 14 Over Write Wait 5.0 sec

Set 15 Slant Check ON

OFF
Set 16 Auto Cleaning OFF
From 1h to 24 h

Set 17 Ink Status KCYM

Set 18 Roll Length Roll kind OFF

Roll 1 From 1 to 99 mm
Roll 2
Roll 3

Set 19 Head Wash Start

Set 20 CR maintenance Start

Set 21 Initialization All

Media type
Except Media Type

Set 22 Life Time Head E*****F

Pump E*****F
CR motor E*****F
PF motor E*****F

Set 23 IP Address 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255

Set 24 Subnet Mask 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255

Set 25 Gate Way 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255

Set 26 temporary

Menu2 Test Print Test1 Nozzle Check

Test2 Mode Print

Test3 Set List

Test4 All Set List

Test5 Palette

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Menu3 Adjust Print Adj.1 Confirm

Adj.2

Adj.3

Adj.4

Adj.5 BI-D Normal

Adj.6 BI-D Speed

Menu4 Cleaning Clean Economy

Clean Normal

Clean Strong

Clean Little Charge

Menu5 Selection 1 [*] Media Type

2 [*] Effect

3 [*] Flushing

4 [*] Side Margin

5 [*] Media Initial

6 [*] Media Width

7 [*] Take-Up

8 [*] Feed

9 [*] Origin

10 [*] Prev. Stick

11 [*] Head Fan

12 [*] CR Movement

13 [*] Overwrite Cnt

14 [*] Overwrite Wait

15 [*] Slant Check

16 [*] Auto Cleaning

17 [*] Ink Status

18 [*] Roll Length

19 [*] Head Wash

20 [*] CR maintenance

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21 [*] Initialization

22 [*] Life Time

23 [*] IP Address

24 [*] Subnet Mask

25 [*] Gate Way

26 [*] ALL ON

27 ALL OFF

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