IP-7900 Installation Manual

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IP-7900
Solvent Ink Color Inkjet Printer
Installation Manual
U00112843101
Seiko I Infotech Inc.
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U00112843100 September 2008
U00112843101 February 2009
Copyright by Seiko I Infotech Inc., 2009

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The contents of this document may be subject to change without previous notice.

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Preface
The IP-7900 Color Ink Jet Printer Installation Manual describes how to install the IP-7900
Color Ink Jet Printer (simply called the printer below).
Installation is important for the printer's proper operation with the same performance as
confirmed at the predelivery test at the customer's site. Engineers should be familiarize
themselves with the printer and install it at the correct location using the correct
procedure and check it properly.
This manual covers unpacking, moving to the installation site, installation, assembly,
cable connection and operation check, which should be carried out after the printer is
delivered and unloaded in the customer's premises.
Before starting installation, take the time to read the Safety Precautions and Notes on
Installation and Handling, which are written on the following pages.
This manual consists of the following sections:
Section 1 Describes the steps for installation, details of each step, required manpower
and related sections. In addition, this section lists required tools. Familiarize
yourself with the flow of installation.
Section 2 Details installation requirements. Before starting installation, check that the
site chosen by the user meets these requirements.
Section 3 Shows the system configuration, appearance and names of components.
Section 4 Describes the procedures for unpacking, moving, installing, connecting, and
checking the printer.
Section 5 Describes the procedures for moving and relocating the printer.
When using the printer, see also the following documents:

● IP-7900 User’s Guide
● IP-7900 Maintenance Manual
● IP-7900 Packing Specification

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Safety Precautions
WARNINGS
• Use the power supply voltage specified on the nameplate.
DO NOT plug several devices into one electrical outlet as this might result in fire or
electric shock.
• DO NOT allow metal or liquids to touch the internal parts of the printer.
Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or other accidents.
• DO NOT disconnect or connect the power cable with wet hands.
Doing so may lead to electric shock.
• Make sure the printer is well grounded. If it is not grounded, a short circuit may cause
fire or electrical shock.
• DO NOT disassemble or remodel the printer.
DO NOT repair the printer by yourself. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock or other
accidents.
• DO NOT remove the fixed covers of the printer because they contain high-voltage and
extremely hot parts. Careless removal might result in an electric shock or burn.
• DO NOT damage, break, process, or heat the power cable.
If it is damaged, replace it with a new one.
Using a damaged power cable may cause fire or electric shock.
• NEVER use the printer in a place of extreme humidity or any place where it can
possibly be splashed by any liquids.
If any liquids get into the printer, it could lead to fire, electric shock, or other serious
accidents.
• Turn the printer off and unplug the power cable immediately during a thunder storm.
WARNINGS
Power OFF the printer and unplug the power cable from the power outlet in any of the
following cases:
• When putting your hands inside the printer.
• Smoke, strange noise or smells erupt from the printer.
• A piece of metal or any liquid touches the internal parts or slot of the printer.
• An error requiring service from a service center occurs.
Avoid ink ingestion or splashes on skin or in eyes. Keep ink bottles out of the reach of
children. If ink is swallowed by mistake, do not try to vomit, but seek medical attention
immediately.
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CAUTIONS
In order to ensure the safe operation of the printer heed all of the cautions and warnings
contained throughout this manual.
• DO NOT put any paper rolls on an unstable table or a tilted surface as they could fall
leading to an injury.
• Handle the paper rolls with care because they are very heavy. If you drop them, it could
lead to personal injury.
• Hold the electric cable by the plug when connecting and disconnecting it.
Failing to do so may cause the cable to fray or break which could lead to electric shock
and/or fire.
• Cap the waste ink bottle tightly to prevent leakage before discarding it.
• DO NOT get ink on your skin or clothes. Wash off any ink with immediately with soapy
water.
• When replacing the ink cartridge, place a sheet of paper under the bottle to prevent
spillage and work in a well-ventilated area.
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Notes on installation and handling

Pay attention to the following items to make full and proper use of the printer.
Notes on installation and storage

1. Do not install the printer in an area where it is directly exposed to sunlight orstrong
light source.
2. Do not install the printer in an area where it will receive vibration, dust or water.
3. Do not install the printer in an area where ventilation is poor.
4. Do not install the printer in an area where it directly receives air from airconditioners,
heaters or ventilators.
5. Use the printer in an area conforming to the specified operating conditions.
6. The printer should be installed on a level plane. It should not be tiltedduring
transportation. If the printer is not installed on a level surface, the printquality may
deteriorate or the printer may fail. Be sure to lock casters to preventmovement of
the printer.
7. There must be sufficient spaces for maintenance around the printer: left space:
40cm; right space: 40 cm; front space: 100 cm; rear space: 100 cm.These spaces
are also required to ventilate the printer.
8. Install the printer in the place where a warp in the floor will not be caused by
theweight of 450 kg.
9. Avoid the installation in a place where condensation may occur inside of theprinter.
In the case of condensation, leave the printer as it is until the
condensationdisappears. If it is used when condensation occurs, the printer may fail
or may notprint properly.
10. The printer weighs about 450 kg (excluding media and accessories). When
anypower equipment, such as fork-lift truck, is not used to move or transport
it,handle by eight people. Otherwise, it may cause injury.
Precautions on the power supply

1. Install the printer near an electrical outlet which should be easily accessible.
2. Do not provide power to the printer through the same power line as for
noise-generating devices, such as a motor.
3. Connect the power cable to an electrical outlet. Do not put many loads on one
electrical outlet.
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Handling precautions
1. Turn the power OFF, wait for at least ten seconds, and turn the power on again.
2. Do not place anything on top of the printer. Do not rest your elbow on the printer.
3. Open and close the top cover gently with both hands from the front of the printer.
4. Before connecting or disconnecting the interface connector, turn the printer OFF.
5. Do not wipe the cover surface with benzene or paint thinner. The coating maycome
off or deteriorate.Wipe the cover clean with a soft cloth. If the cover is very dirty, use
a clothmoistened with a neutral detergent.
6. Do not touch the ink-jet head surface.
Precautions on consumables
1. Always use the recommended consumables (paper, ink, etc.). Failure to follow this
instruction may cause poor print quality or a breakdown.

Table of Contents
Section 1 Installation Overview
1.1 Installation Overview ................................................... 1-1
1.2 Required Tools ........................................................... 1-2
1.3 Package Size ............................................................. 1-3
Section 2 Installation Site Check

2.1 Temperature and Humidity ........................................... 2-1
2.2 Installation Floor ........................................................ 2-2
2.3 Installation Space ....................................................... 2-3
2.4 Transfer Space ........................................................... 2-4
2.5 Power Supply Requirements ........................................ 2-5
Section 3 Printer Configuration and Names of Components

3.1 Standard Components ................................................. 3-1
3.1.1 Basic components ............................................................. 3-1
3.1.2 I t e m s b u n d l e d i n t h e p r i n t e r pa c k a g e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 2
3.1.3 Accessories ...................................................................... 3-3
3.2 Options ...................................................................... 3-4
3.3 Consumables ............................................................. 3-5
Section 4 Unpacking, Transportation and Installation

4.1 Transferring to an Unpacking Area ................................ 4-2
4.1.1 U n pa c k i n g a r e a s e l e c t i o n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 2
4.1.2 Tr a n s f e r m e t h o d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 3
4.2 Unpacking .................................................................. 4-4
4.2.1 U n pa c k i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 4
4.2.2 U n l o a d i n g p r i n t e r f r o m pa l l e t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 8
4.3 Transferring to an Installation Area and Assembling Printer
Parts ........................................................................ 4-10
4.3.1 F i x i n g p r i n t e r a n d a s s e m b l i n g p r i n t e r pa r t s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1 0
4.3.2 Assembling roll feed unit and take-up reel unit .................... 4-18
4.3.3 I n s t a l l i n g wa s t e i n k b o t t l e a n d i n k pa c k s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 2 6
4.3.4 Removing carriage cushioning materials............................. 4-31
4.3.5 F i l l i n g wi p e r c l e a n i n g l i q u i d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 3 5
4.3.6 Filling spittoon absorber liquid .......................................... 4-36
4.3.7 Installing media .............................................................. 4-37
4.3.8 St r a i g h t e n i n g m e d i a f e e d d i r e c t i o n b y a d j u s t i n g t a k e - u p s c r o l l e r
height ............................................................................ 4-37
4.4 Connecting Power Cables and Turning on .................... 4-39
4.5 Filling an Initial Ink .................................................... 4-43
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4.6 Checking Printer Operation ......................................... 4-45

4.6.1 S e t t i n g pa r a m e t e r s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 4 5
4.6.2 Adjusting sensors for roll feed unit and take-up reel unit ...... 4-45
4.6.3 C h e c k i n g p r i n t e r o p e r a t i o n wi t h o u t c o n n e c t i n g t o h o s t c o m p u t e r 4 - 4 9
4.6.4 C o n n e c t i n g wi t h h o s t c o m p u t e r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5 3
4.6.5 Confirming system operation............................................. 4-54
4.7 Completing installation ............................................... 4-55
Section 5 Moving and Relocating

5.1 Moving a Printer ......................................................... 5-1
5.1.1 M o v i n g a p r i n t e r wi t h c a s t e r s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 1
5.1.2 M o v i n g a p r i n t e r wi t h c r a n e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 1
5.2 Relocating a Printer .................................................... 5-2
5.2.1 Purging inks ..................................................................... 5-2
5.2.2 P o we r i n g o ff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 2
5.2.3 Fixing carriage .................................................................. 5-2
5.2.4 R e m o v i n g wa s t e i n k b o t t l e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 3
5.2.5 Installing cushioning materials and fittings ........................... 5-3
5.2.6 Unlocking casters and releasing the adjustable leveling feet ... 5-3
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1.1 Installation Overview

Table 1-1 lists the steps for installation and required manpower.
Table 1-1 Installation Overview
Required
Step Action
manpower
1 To transfer to unpacking Move the printer to an unpacking area. 2*
area
2 To unpack Remove the printer from the carton and 4
check the content against the packing list.
3 To move to installation Move the printer to the installation site. 2*

site
4 To install Install the printer, components, and 2
accessories, then connect the power cable.
5 To set parameters Set the parameters for printing and data 1

transmission.
6 To check printer Check the print quality. 1
operation
7 To connect interface Connect the interface cable. 1
cable
8 To check printer By connecting the printer with the host 1
operation computer, check the system performance in

advance, and secure that the system
operates properly.
* Eight persons are required to lift the printer. (Main body weight: about 600 kg; Packaged weight:
about 900 kg)
To move or transport the printer, use a forklift truck or a cart, containing long-fork, with the carrying
capacity, 1.5t or more. Check the route for carrying in advance, and secure a sufficient number of
operators.
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1.2 Required Tools

Table 1-2 lists the tools required for installation.
Table 1-2 Main Tools
Item Qty Remarks
Cutting pliers 1 To cut PP-band and insulation lock tie
Cutter 1 To unpack
Philips screwdriver JIS B 4633 (2) 1 To loosen screws holding the printer
Philips screwdriver (1: 250mm) 1 To adjust print head for image quality
improvement
Philips screwdriver (2: 250mm) 1 To adjust print head for image quality
improvement
Normal screwdriver 45x50 JIS B 4609 1 To loosen screws holding the printer
Normal screwdriver (1: 250mm) 1 To adjust print head for image quality
improvement
Wrench 13mm 2 To unpack
Hexagon wrench M4 1 To assemble cooling fan and sheet metal
Hexagon wrench M8 1 To remove metal pedestals
Hexagon wrench M3 1 To adjust carriage height for image quality

improvement
Hexagon wrench M5 1 To parallel carriage to platen for image quality
improvement
Hexagon wrench M6 1 To parallel carriage to platen for image quality
improvement
Socket wrench 9.5mm squared 1 To loosen stand reinforcement plate
Adjustable end wrench 1
Wrench 1
Torque screwdriver 1 To tighten carriage covers 49N (5kgf)
Level 1 To install the printer horizontally
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1.3 Package Size

Table 1-3 Package Size
Package size 約 4300（W）x1100（D）x1820（H）
Package weight 約 900kg
Pallet Material: Iron, Weight: Approx. 147kg
Pallet size 4300 (W) x 1100 (D) x 250 (H)
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Before installation, check the environmental conditions below including power supply.
2.1 Temperature and Humidity

The conditions for the installation site are shown below.
(1) Keep the air condition constant.
Table 2-1 lists the temperature and humidity at the installation site.
Table 2-1 Environmental Conditions
Item Conditions/Remarks
Temperature Operating: 15 to 30 °C
Non-operating: 5 to 35 °C
To guarantee print quality: 20 to 25 °C
Relative humidity Operating: 30 to 70% RH
(without condensation) Non-operating: 10 to 80% RH

Print quality guarantee: 40 to 60% RH
Temperature gradient Operating: ±10 °C/h or less

(without condensation) Non-operating: ±20 °C/h or less
Operating temperature and Operate the printer under the temperature and humidity below.
humidity range Temperature: 15℃ to 30℃

Humidity: 30% to 70%RH
To obtain better print quality, operate the printer within the
temperature 20 to 25 °C (68 to 77℉).
(2) Do not subject the printer to mechanical vibration.
(3) Avoid dusty place. Keep the air clean.
(4) Do not expose the printer to the direct sunlight. Confirm that the printer is not exposed
the afternoon sunlight.
(5) Do not expose the printer to the air exhausted from ventilation outlet.
(6) Provide adequate ventilation.
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2.2 Installation Floor

The adequate space around the printer for supplies replacement and print processing is required when
operating and repairing.
The floor of the installation site should meet the following requirements:
(1) The floor should be level.
The floor should be level to distribute a load on the leveling feet evenly and keep the printer
horizontal. (Measure and check the levelness with a level at the center of the printer’s BEAM.)
As the pallet has casters, avoid obstructions in the path to move it on casters.
(2) The floor should have sufficient strength to hold the weight of the printer.
The floor strength to support the casters is shown below.
● Printer weight 600kg (excluding media and consumable parts)

● Load on a caster 150kg (excluding media and consumable parts)
The caster position subjected to the load are shown in Figure 2-1.
The part painted in gray indicates the roll feed/take-up reel unit.
4125.5
524 2906.1
424
3106.6
8-φ65
1379.2
723
369
4-φ75
FRONT
（単位： mm）
Figure 2-1 Caster Positions
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2.3 Installation Space

At installing the printer, a sufficient space around the printer must be secured to:
- Replace the frequently used part
- Output the drawings
- Provide adequate ventilation
- Repair printer and replace components
The space required for the installation and maintenance (excluding media setting) is shown in Figure
2-2.
NOTE
The figure below shows the space for installation only. To unload the printer from the pallet
with slope, secure the space width 9.0m or more. For more details, refer to “Section 4
Unpacking, Transportation, and Installation.”
1,000
400 400
Front
1,000
Height: 2,200
(Unit: mm)
Figure 2-2 Installation/Maintenance Space
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2.4 Transfer Space

Note that they are the dimensions of the printer just unpacked and not assembled.
Secure the printer’s transfer space based on the printer’s dimensions below.
(Unit: mm)
Figure 2-3 Printer Dimensions for Transfer Space
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2.5 Power Supply Requirements

The requirements to connect the printer’s power cable are shown below.
(1) Power supply specifications
The power supply specifications for the printer are as follows:

Verify that the power supply at the site meets the following specifications.
● Power consumption
Printer power supply operating: 1440W or less
Printer power supply idle: 100W or less
Heater power supply operating:
200V input voltage: 2000W or less
240V input voltage: 2880W or less
Heater power supply idle: 5W or less
● Input power voltage for printer power supply and heater power supply
Rated voltage: 200 to 240VAC
（Input voltage range: 180 to 260VAC）
● Input power frequency for printer power supply and heater power supply
Rated frequency: 50/60Hz
（Input frequency range: 50/60±1Hz）
● Instantaneous interruption for printer power supply and heater power supply
20msec or more
● Inrush current for printer power supply and heater power supply
35A or less
● Leakage current for printer power supply and heater power supply
3.5mA or less (IEC950,UL1950,CSA950)
1.0mA or less (Electrical Appliance and Material
Safety Law)
● Insulation resistance for printer power supply and heater power supply
10MΩ (500VDC) or more
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● Withstand voltage for printer power supply and heater power supply
1.5kVAC for one minute
● Calorific power 15552000J/H or less
● Grounding for printer power supply and heater power supply

Class D grounding (3rd grounding)
CAUTION
To prevent induction noise, apply an exclusive ground cable. Do not connect it together
with the power cable.
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(2) AC outlet
The shape of the plug and plug outlet are as follows.

Apply the receptacle suitable for the plug.
1）For Japan
Figure 2-4 JIS C8303 3P 15A 250V Shape of plug and outlet
2）For Europe
Unit:mm
Figure 2-5 Plug shape for Europe (STANDARD SHEET V II)
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3）For North America
Unit:mm
Figure 2-6 Plug shape for North America (NEMA 250V-20A)
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Section 3 Printer Configuration and
Names of Components
This section shows the printer configuration and the names of components as a basic knowledge
required for the operations described in “Section 4 Unpacking, Transportation and Installation” and the
subsequent section.
The printer consists of three major components below.
● Standard components (basic components, items bundled in the printer package, and
accessories)
● Options
● Consumables
While the standard main unit components (printer, bundled items, and accessories) are common to all
configurations, options and consumables depend on the customer specification.
The configuration and the names of the components are shown below.
3.1 Standard Components

3.1.1 Basic components
- Roll feed unit

- Take-up reel unit
- Front paper guide
- Media drying fan
- Subcartridge cover
- Scroller (x2)
- Tension bar guideTension bar(x1)
- Tension bar holder
- Rubber spacerA,B,C
- Paper tube flange(x2)
- Take-up flange(x2)
- Securing ring(x2)
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3.1.2 Items bundled in the printer package
Scroller
<2 PCS> Tension bar
（with flange 2 PCS）
(with no flange 1PC)
<3PCS>
Supply side frange (with screw) Supply side frange / fixing ring
<1 set> <1 set>
Roll media (for adjustment) Waste ink bottle 64-inch paper tube
<1PC> P6-109 (for take-up reel unit)
<1 bottle> <1PC>
Paper tube flange Rubber spacer A Rubber spacer B Rubber spacerC

<2 PCS> <1 PC> <1 PC> <1 PC>
Phillips
Paper setting gauge screwdriver
<1 PC>
Pullout handle of scroller
<1 PC>
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3.1.3 Accessories
Power cable USB2.0 cable

<2PCS> <1PC>
Ink tray Subcartridge Dummy pack

IP7-123 <1 set> <8PCS>
<8PCS> Y(IP7-111) ：2 PCS
M(IP7-112) ：2 PCS
C(IP7-113) ：2 PCS
K(IP7-114) ：2 PCS
Lc(IP7-115) ：1 PCS
Lm(IP7-116) ：1 PCS
Gy(IP7-117) ：1 PCS
Lgy(IP7-118) ：1 PCS
Daily maintenance kit IP7-130 Wiper cleaning liquid set Wiper cleaning liquid
<1 set> IP7-131 extraction set
<1 set>
- Cap cleaning liquid : 300 ml -Wiper cleaning liquid ((200ml)：3 bottles
- Wiper cleaning liquid : 200 ml
- Spittoon absorber liquid : 100 ml
- Cleaning roller : 30 PCS
- Cleaning swab : 10 PCS
- Dripper : 10 PCS
- Tweezers : 1 PC
- Cleaning stick : 1 PC
- Spittoon case : 1 PC
- Gloves : 30 pairs User’s Guide Spittoon absorber
- Bag : 1 PC IP7-132
<1 set>
- Spittoon absorber liquid(100 ml)
: 3 bottles
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3.2 Options
● Exhaust attachment (IP-177) 2
● PS RIP（PhotoPrint 6 Standard SIIT Edition）(IP-550) 1
● PS RIP（PhotoPrint 6 Server SIIT Edition）(IP-551) 1
● Mesh printing kit(IP7-011) 1
● Footswitch 1
● Scroller 1
● Color exchange set (IP7-122) <1 set>
・Cleaning liquid pack 4
・Dummy subcartridge 4
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3.3 Consumables
Daily maintenance kit IP7-130 Subcartridge (8 colors)

<1 set> <1 set>
Y(IP7-111) ：2 PCS
- Cap cleaning liquid : 300 ml M(IP7-112) ：2 PCS
- Wiper cleaning liquid : 200 ml C(IP7-113) ：2 PCS
- Spittoon absorber liquid : 100 ml K(IP7-114) ：2 PCS
- Cleaning roller : 30 PCS Lc(IP7-115) ：1 PCS
- Cleaning swab : 10 PCS Lm(IP7-116) ：1 PCS
- Dripper : 10 PCS Gy(IP7-117) ：1 PCS
- Tweezers : 1 PC Lgy(IP7-118) ：1 PCS
- Cleaning stick : 1 PC
- Spittoon case : 1 PC
- Gloves : 30 pairs
- Bag : 1 PC
Cleaning liquid kit IP7-136 Storage liquid kit IP7-137 Cap cleaning liquid set
<1 set> <1 set> IP7-134
- Cleaning liquid pack : 8 PCS - Storage liquid pack : 8 PCS <1 set>
- Dummy subcartridge : 8 PCS - Dummy subcartridge : 8 PCS Cap cleaning liquid (300 ml) : 3 bottles
Wiper cleaning liquid set Cleaning swab Spittoon absorber liquid

IP7-131 IP6-147 IP7-132
<1 set> <300 PCS> <1 set>
- Wiper cleaning liquid (200 ml) : 3 bottles -Spittoon absorber liquid(100 ml) :3bottles
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Ink pack (8 colors) Waste ink bottle

Ink tray
Y(IP7-101), M(P7-102), C(IP7-103), IP6-109
IP7-123
K(IP7-104), Lc(IP7-105), Lm(IP7-106), <1 bottle>
<8 PCS>
Gy(IP7-107), Lgy(IP7-108),
Cleaning roller set

IP5-121
Head cleaning kit < 90 PCS>
Cleaning stick
IP7-125
IP5-120
<1PC>
(with one cleaning roller)
Wiper blade
IP7-133 Absorbent sheet Absorbent sponge
IP7-124 IP7-127
<1 roll> <10PCS>
Spittoon case set IP7-126 Color exchange set Glove set

- Spittoon case IP7-122 IP7-138
- Bag <100 pairs>
Wiper cleaning liquid

IP7-135
<1PC>
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Section 4 Unpacking, Transportation and
Installation
Install the printer with the following steps:
(1) To decide unpacking area and to transfer the printer to the unpacking area:
See the section 4.1
(2) To unpack: See the section 4.2.
(3) To transfer the printer to the area to be installed: See the section 4.3.
(4) To supply the power: See the section 4.4.
(5) To fill initial ink: See the section 4.5.
(6) To confirm the printer operation See the section 4.6.
(7) To complete the installation See the section 4.7.
CAUTIONS
Temperature’s sudden changes may cause condensation inside the printer and printer
failure.
When the outside temperature differs considerably from the room temperature, warm up
the printer before starting installation by leaving the carton containing the printer with the
steps below.
• Leave the printer at an intermediate temperature between the room temperature and
the outside temperature for about one hour.
• Leave the printer at the room temperature for two hours or more.
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4.1 Transferring to an Unpacking Area

4.1.1 Unpacking area selection
Take the following precautions when selecting an unpacking area:
(1) Minimize the transfer distance from the unpacking area to the installation area. Note that the
printer performance is affected by vibration and shock, since it is a precision piece of
equipment.
(2) Secure the unpacking area large enough to temporarily store packing materials and
accessories to be installed.
Unpacking area
Slope Printer carton
2.5m
Unloading direction Printer
9.0m
*Unload the printer from either the capping unit side or the wiping unit side.
Figure 4-1 Unpacking Area
(3) Since unpacking makes noise, carefully choose the unpacking area so that it does not affect
the other works done nearby.
(4) Before unloading the printer, identify the printer’s direction. Note that SII’s logo label is
attached to the carton’s side panel corresponding to the printer’s front face.
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4.1.2 Transfer method

(1) Preparation for transfer
Check the transfer route carefully, and confirm that no obstruction is found on the way.
(2) Transfer
Move the printer with casters since its gross weight is approx. 600kg. If the carton must be
lifted, note that eight persons are required.
(3) Precautions on transfer
● Be sure to follow the safety precautions if the carton is moved without casters.
● Keep the printer horizontal during transportation.
● Be careful not to damage any existing facilities when moving the printer.
Barycentric position
Pallet
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4.2 Unpacking
After unloading, unpack and remove the printer from the package and check its components.
4.2.1 Unpacking
1. Cut the PP-band and remove the

plastic cover.
2. Remove the top cover.
3. Remove the side panels

corresponding to the printer’s front and
rear.
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4. Remove the eight 13mm bolts securing

the iron frame’s top part, and top iron
frame.
NOTE
• Hold the iron frame firmly to prevent it
from falling down when the upper
nuts are removed.
• Remove carefully not to drop the
nuts.
5. Remove the ten 13mm bolts securing

the iron frame and remove the all iron
frame in the side faces.
6. Remove the side panels

corresponding to the printer’s right and
left.
Side panels
7. Remove the plastic sheet covering the

printer. Plastic cover
Pallet
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8. Cut the PP-bands fixing the bundled

packages, and take out them.
Scroller
F-PG (front paper guide)
Slope
Scroller-Support(Feed)
● TakeUp-Drive-Unit
● Scroller-Support(TakeUp)
Feed-Drive-Unit
Drying fan
Media for adjustment at installation
● BEAM(Frame)FEED
● BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP
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9. Inspect the packed items.

Inspect that neither lack nor damage is
found. If it is found, contact our
dealer.
NOTE
• For the details of the packed items,
refer to the Packing Specifications.
• Do not leave the waste and the
packing items at the customer’s site.
Be sure to take back with you.
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4.2.2 Unloading printer from pallet
1. With a hexagon wrench, remove the

four bolts securing the printer’s stand
to the pallet. Hexagon socket head screw
Then remove the angle’s two upper
screws with a 6mm hexagon wrench,
and the two lower bolts with a 13mm
socket wrench.
NOTE Angle
• Unload the printer from either the
capping unit side or the wiping unit
side.
13mm bolts
• Do not loosen the angle’s bolts at the
opposite side.
2. Raise the printer by inserting a slope

under the caster and pushing it deeper.
Slope
With keeping the printer raised,

remove the fixing angle. Then
remove the slopes by lightly kicking
them.
NOTE
The procedure above requires at least
three persons: one to press each slope,
and one to remove the fixing angle.
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3. Before removing the other side’s angle,

hold the printer in the opposite side so
that it would not move.
NOTE
As one side’s angle was already
removed, support the printer’s corner not
to move it.
4. By repeating the steps 1 and 2,

remove the other side’s angle.
5. Fix the slopes by inserting the slopes’

hooks in the iron frame stand’s holes.
6. Take off the printer along the slope.
7. To the installation area transfer the

printer covered with the protection
materials.
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4.3 Transferring to an Installation Area and

Assembling Printer Parts
After taking off the printer from the pallet, move the printer to the user-specified location
and install it with the following steps.
4.3.1 Fixing printer and assembling printer parts

1. Hold the caster’s wheel at the printer’s
front side by pushing the caster’s
stopper down as the photo shows.
Stopper
Caster wheel
2. Set the adjustable leveling feet to the

four positions of the printer’s leg part.
Adjustable leveling foot
3. By rotating the adjustable leveling feet,

adjust the printer to be horizontal.
NOTE
Be sure to perform this adjustment to
prevent printer’s malfunction or damage.
Note that the adjustable leveling foot is
an important part to support a large mass
of media on the roll feed unit and the
take-up reel unit.
Adjustable leveling foot
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4. Remove the printer’s all packing

materials: polyethylene wrap, tapes,
PP-bands, and Bubble Wrap.
NOTE Protection for

transportation
At this step do not remove the protection
materials inside the carriage.
Polyethylene wrap
GRIT-Roller
protection
Protection
PP-bands
Protection Protection
5. Remove the ANGLE(STAND)HV at the

four positions of the printer’s leg part.
Note that each ANGLE(STAND)HV is
fixed with four M5x10 screws.
NOTE
Keep the screws removed at this step,
as they are reused to fix the angles for
Feed-Drive-Unit, Scroller-Support(Feed),
TakeUp-Drive-Unit, and ANGLE(STAND)HV for
Scroller-Support(TakeUp). transportation
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6. Assemble the
BRACKET(PG-F-MountR).
<Fixing torque>
M4×8: 1.5Nm
M5×10: 2.5Nm
BRACKET(PG-F-MountR)
One M5×10 screw
One M4×8 screw
Two M4×8 screws
At this assembly, pass the interlock

switch cable through the hole shown
in the right figure.
7. Insert the cable into the

BRACKET(PG-F-MountR) connector.
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8. Assemble the
BRACKET(PG-F-MountL).
<Fixing torque>
M4×8: 1.5Nm
M5×10: 2.5Nm
BRACKET(PG-F-MountL)
One M5×10 screw
One M4×8 screw
Two M4×8 screws
At this assembly, pass the interlock

switch cable through the hole shown
in the right figure.
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9. Assemble the BRACKET(PGF-Cen) to

the three positions. Note that each
BRACKET(PGF-Cen) is fixed with four
screws.
ねじ 4 本（M4×8）
BRACKET(PGF-Cen)
10. Remove the GUIDE-CUTTER(104)

temporarily attached to the fixing
position of the
FRONT-PG-ASSY(104).
GUIDE-CUTTER(104)
11. Set the FRONT-PG-ASSY(104) to its

fixing position by inserting the screws
into the sheet metal’s holes. Then fix
the GUIDE-CUTTER(104) between
the printer and the
FRONT-PG-ASSY(104) with 12 M4x12
screws.
Screw positions of GUIDE-CUTTER(104)
GUIDE-CUTTER(104)
GUIDE-CUTTER(104)
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12. Tighten the 10 M5x10 screws at the

FRONT-PG-ASSY(104) bottom face.
Screw positions at FRONT-PG-ASSY(104) bottom face
13. Put your hands from the

FRONT-PG-ASSY(104)’s bottom part,
and connect the all connectors
between the FRONT-PG-ASSY(104)
and the printer.
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14. Set the four LID(PG-Under) to the

FRONT-PG-ASSY(104)’s bottom part.
Note that each LID(PG-Under) is fixed
with four screws.
M4×8
LID(PG-Under)
LID(PG-Under) setting positions
15. Fix the HOOK-TB at the five positions

with lake blue painted screws.
HOOK-TB (tension bar hook)
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16. Fix the TRAY(BOTTLE)HV with four

4x8 screws, and insert the waste ink
tube with cap so that the cap’s button
is set on the TRAY(BOTTLE)HV’s
protruding slip.
DT-3 4X8
17. Assemble the drying fan with one

screw each for right and left and one Painted screw
painted screw.
Screws Drying fan
18. Insert the drying fan connector.

Connector
Then apply a nylon clip on the cable,
and fix it with a screw.
Drying fan
19. Set the PIPE(PG-GARD) in the

groove.
PIPE(PG-GARD)
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4.3.2 Assembling roll feed unit and take-up reel unit
The roll feed unit and the take-up reel unit are assembled with the procedure below.
(1) Fix the Feed-Drive-Unit and the Scroller-Support(Feed) to the BEAM(Frame)FEED.
(2) Fix the TakeUp-Drive-Unit and the Scroller-Support(TakeUp) to the

BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP.
(3) Assemble the BEAM(Frame)FEED via angle to the printer’s rear face, that is,
media-supply side.
(4) Assemble the BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP via angle to the printer’s front face, that is,
media-takeup side.
Note that the assemble is difficult when the angle is attached the to Feed-Drive-Unit or
the TakeUp-Drive-Unit in advance. So first fix the Feed-Drive-Unit side angle and
TakeUp-Drive-Unit side angle to the printer, then assemble each BEAM to the printer. For
details, refer to the procedure on the following pages.
Overview to Assemble Roll Feed Unit and Take-Up Reel Unit
Feed-Drive-Unit TakeUp-Drive-Unit
BEAM(Frame)FEED
Scroller-Support(Feed) TensionBar-Guide-Kotei
BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP
Sensor
TensionBar-Guide(TU)HV
Printer’s front side
Scroller-Support(TakeUp)
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<Screw positions in lever side>

1. Assemble the Feed-Drive-Unit to the
BEAM(Frame)FEED with four M8x20
Feed-Drive-Unit
hex socket head bolts with spring and
flat washers and two M5x10 screws.
NOTE
Do not fix Angle(RF) at this step.
M8X20 hex socket head bolt with
spring and flat washers
<Screw positions in rear side>
BEAM(Frame)FEED
M5X10
2. Assemble the Scroller-Support(Feed)

to the BEAM(Frame)FEED with four
M8x20 hexagon socket head bolts and
two M5x10 screws.
<Screw positions>
BEAM(Frame)FEED
M8X20 hex socket

M5X10 head bolt with spring
and flat washers
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3. With four M5x10 screws assemble the

Angle(LF) to the
Scroller-Support(Feed) which was
fixed to the BEAM(Frame)FEED in the
previous step.
Angle(LF)
4. Assemble the TakeUp-Drive-Unit to the

BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP with four
two M5x10 screws.
NOTE
Do not fix Angle(RT) at this step.
<Screw positions>
M8X20 hex socket
head bolt with spring
and flat washers
Do not fix
Angle(RT) at this
step.
M5X10
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5. Assemble the <Screw positions>

Scroller-Support(TakeUp) to the TensionBar-Guide(TU)HV
BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP with four
two M5x10 screws.
M8X20 hex socket head bolt

with spring and flat washers
M5X10
If the BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP is kept

to be raised up with some tool, at this BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP
step slide and insert the
TensionBar-Guide(TU)HV to the
BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP without
removing the screws.
If not, assemble the
TensionBar-Guide(TU)HV by removing
the screws at the following step.
Tool
6. With four M5x10 screws assemble the

Angle(LT) to the
Scroller-Support(TakeUp) which was
fixed to the BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP in
the previous step.
Scroller-Support(TakeUp)
Angle(LT)
7. Assemble the sensor to the center of Sensor position

the BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP shown in
the figure, and connect the connector.
Connector
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8. Assemble the BEAM(Frame)FEED

with the Feed-Drive-Unit and the
Scroller-Support(Feed) fixed to the
printer.
a) Press the Angle(RF) against the

printer, and fix it with two M5x10
screws.
b) From the Feed-Drive-Unit side,

insert the BEAM(Frame)FEED to
the printer. Then insert the
Scroller-Support(Feed).
2.
1.
c) Assemble the Feed-Drive-Unit

and the Angle(RF) with two
M5x10 screws.
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d) Assemble the Angle(LF) in the

Scroller-Support(Feed) side and
the printer with two M5x10 screws.
9. Just like repeating the procedure to

assemble the BEAM(Frame)FEED to
the printer, assemble the
BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP with the
TakeUp-Drive-Unit and the
Scroller-Support(TakeUp) fixed to the
to the printer.
a) Press the Angle(RT) against the

printer, and fix it with two M5x10
screws.
b) From the TakeUp-Drive-Unit side,

insert the BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP
to the printer. Then insert the
Scroller-Support(TakeUp).
2.
1.
c) Assemble the TakeUp-Drive-Unit

and the Angle(RT) with two M5x10
screws.
d) Assemble the Angle(LT) in the

Scroller-Support(TakeUp) side
and the printer with two M5x10
screws.
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BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP
10. Assemble the
TensionBar-Guide(TU)HV, when it was
not assembled at the step 5.
Knob
a) Remove the four screws, shown in
the Photo, of the
TensionBar-Guide(TU)HV.
b) Assemble the part A shown in

the right Photo to the
BEAM(Frame)TAKE-UP’s groove
with the four screws removed at
the previous step.
c) Slide the
TensionBar-Guide(TU)HV to the
left side, and tight the knob lightly.
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11. Assemble the TensionBar-Guide-Kotei

to the TakeUp-Drive-Unit with the three
screws, one M5x10 and two 4x8. Then
connect the sensor connector.
This screw fixes TensionBar-Guide-Kotei

and BEARING SUPPORT-B.
12. Connect the all connectors from

TakeUp-Drive-Unit to the printer.
Connect the sensor's connectors:

connector tagged as "TU" to the upper
sensor, and tagged as "TL" to the
lower sensor.
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4.3.3 Installing waste ink bottle and ink packs

■ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR WASTE INK BOTTLE
WARNINGS
• The ink used for the printer contains petroleum solvent. Since the ink is flammable,
NEVER place the waste ink near open flame.
• DO NOT swallow the waste ink and avoid contact with eye. It will cause respiratory
distress and can harm the eye.
• DO NOT get the waste ink on your skin or clothes. Wash off any ink immediately with
soapy water.
CAUTIONS
• DO NOT attempt to disassemble the waste ink bottle.
• Cap the waste ink bottle tightly to prevent leakage before discharging it. Then put the
bottle into a plastic bag and dispose it as hazardous waste. Observe local regulations
for disposal of waste ink bottles.
NOTES
• Install the waste ink bottle correctly and securely. If not, the waste ink amount cannot
be detected correctly, which cause a spillage.
• Never leave the printer without installing waste ink bottle. When it is removed for
replacement, be sure to install a new one.
• At replacement, support the waste ink bottle with your both hands to prevent leakage.
NEVER tip or turn over the bottle.
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■ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR INK PACK
WARNINGS
• The ink used for the printer contains petroleum solvent. Since the ink is flammable,
NEVER place the ink pack near open flame.
• DO NOT swallow ink and avoid contact with eye. It will cause respiratory distress and
can harm the eye. Keep the ink packs out of the reach of the children.
• DO NOT get the ink on your skin or clothes. Wash off any ink immediately with soapy
water.
CAUTIONS
• DO NOT attempt to disassemble ink packs.
• Put a used ink pack into a plastic bag and dispose it as hazardous waste. Observe
local regulations for disposal of used ink packs.
NOTES
• Always use the recommended ink. Failure to do this may cause poor print quality or
printer damage that may invalidate your warranty.
• The ink’s storage life is 12 months from the manufacturing date.
• DO NOT shake an ink pack before use.
• Never leave the printer without installing ink packs for eight colors. When they are
removed for replacement, be sure to install new ones.
• DO NOT use ink past the date of expiration as this may cause poor print quality or
printer damage that may invalidate your warranty.
• Store ink in a dark and cool place. NEVER store ink in a high temperature or direct
sunlight. Ink change characteristic if exposed to direct sunlight.
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Install the waste ink bottle and ink pack according to the following procedures.
Be sure to install the waste ink bottle before installing the ink packs.
1. Remove the cap of the waste ink bottle.
2. Upward slide the lever of the waste ink

bottle applied part, and set the waste
ink bottle.
3. Slide the lever downward.
NOTE
Install the waste ink bottle correctly and
securely. If not, the waste ink amount
cannot be detected correctly, which
cause a spillage or may stain the floor
with spilled ink.
4. Open the ink box cover by pressing its

knob.
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1.
5. Set the dummy pack to the ink tray.
Hook the two holes at the dummy

pack’s bottom part over the ink tray’s
two protrusions. Then insert the
dummy pack’s top plate into the ink
tray slit until you hear the joint click.
2.
6. With a dropper, apply the cap cleaning

liquid to the ink tray's spout holes.
NOTE
Do not omit this step, or the ink may leak
from the spout hole.
Spout hole
7. Insert the ink tray into the slot of the ink

box.
NOTES
• Insert the ink tray all the way seated.
• Be sure to insert the dummy pack
into the correct slot. Note that the
slot positions are designated
depending on the colors.
8. Close the ink box cover.
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9. Remove the eight drip-proof tubes

connected to the upper ink supply pins
of the subcartridge attaching part.
Drip-proof tube
10. Attach the subcartridge cover, and fix it

by rotating the two painted screws.
NOTE
At this step do not set the subcartridge.
Note that the subcartridge cover is fixed
without setting a subcartridge.
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4.3.4 Removing carriage cushioning materials
1. Detach the all covers to remove the

carriage cushioning materials.
a) Open the COVER (HV)FMR. By COVER (HV)FMR

pressing the claw, remove the
COVER (HV)FTR from the
COVER (HV)FTR.
Claw
COVER (HV)FTR
b) Remove the COVER (HV)FBR-R

with three screws.
COVER (HV)FBR-R
c) Remove the COVER (HV)FTR

with two screws.
COVER (HV)FTR
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d) Remove nine screws fixing the

COVER(HV104)YRR. Note that
four screws are set at the top face,
three on the rear face, and two on
the bottom front part.
Note
Apply 35mm Philips screwdriver.
COVER(HV104)YRR
e) Tilt the COVER(HV104)YRR.

Then remove it by lifting upward.
f) Remove the
COVER(HV104)YRR-B with five
screws on the printer’s rear face.
COVER(HV104)YRR-B
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2. Remove the Cover(CarriageUpper)

with two screws. Cover(CarriageUpper)
3. Remove the Cover (CarriageUnder)

ASSY with six screws: four on the rear
face and two on the front face. Then
remove the fan cable, too. Cover (CarriageUnder) ASSY
4. Remove carriage cushioning materials

shown in the figures. Carriage fixing polystyrene foam on printer’s
rear side
CLAMP(Carriage-HeadBase)
Block(HeadBase)
AnglePlate(HeadBase)
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5. Fix the Cover(CarriageUnder) ASSY

and the Cover(CarriageUpper)
removed in the previous procedure.
<Fixing torque>
0.78 Nm
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4.3.5 Filling wiper cleaning liquid

1. Open the front cover and the wiper
cover.
2. Confirm that the cleaning liquid filling

hole is at the wiper unit top panel’s
bottom right part. Fill the wiper
cleaning liquid from the filling hole.
Visually check that:
- The wiper cleaning liquid
surface is higher than the “x”
mark’s top edge.
- The wiper cleaning liquid
surface is NOT higher than the
“o” mark’s top edge.
NOTE
Explain the daily maintenance below to
the users:
- To check visually the wiper
cleaning liquid surface position
- To fill wiper cleaning liquid
3. Close the wiper cover and the front

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4.3.6 Filling spittoon absorber liquid

1. Using a dripper, drizzle the spittoon
case with the spittoon absorber liquid
so that the whole spittoon case surface Spittoon case
is fully wet.
First, drizzle the top surface

evenly with the spittoon absorber
liquid.
2. After the whole surface is wet, fill the

spittoon case with the spittoon
absorber liquid. Confirm that the top of
the protrusions shown in the Photo is
submerged by the agent.
Protrusions
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4.3.7 Installing media
Install media to the printer.

For the procedure, refer to the IP-7900 User’s Guide, “Section 2 Basic Operation”: “Roll
media installation procedure” of “Media installation and removal.”
4.3.8 Straightening media feed direction by adjusting take-up

scroller height
To straightening the media feed direction, parallelize the take-up scroller to the
FRONT-PG-ASSY(104) by adjusting the take-up scroller height.
1. Tie a string at the tape measure case.

Make a loop with the other end of the
string, and let the take-up scroller
through the loop.
Hook the tape measure top’s L-shaped

part on the platen’s media supply side.
2. In the capping side, measure the

distance between the platen’s media
supply side and the take-up scroller.
Tape measure
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3. In the wiping side, measure the

distance between the platen’s media
supply side and the take-up scroller.
Tape measure
4. Loosen the two fixing screws at the

side face of the
Scroller-Support(TakeUp). Height adjustment bolt
5. By rotating the height adjustment bolt,

adjust take-up scroller’s wiping-side
height to be the same as its
capping-side height.
Note that the difference between the Fixing screws
wiping-side height and the
capping-side height must be within
1mm.
6. After the adjustment, tighten the two

screws loosened at the step 4.
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4.4 Connecting Power Cables and Turning on

Notes
• Note that the printer contains two 200V power systems.
• Connect only the power cables attached to the printer.
• Before connecting the power cable, check that the power cable conforms to the
regional AC power specification.
• Be sure to clamp the power codes. If not, the power code may be caught by the
scrollers, which may cause an electrification or a printer damage.
• After turning on the printer power switch and the heater power switch, be sure to turn
on or off only with the power switch on the printer’s operation panel.
Printer power inlet

7. Insert the two power cables attached Heater power inlet
into the printer power inlet and the
heater power inlet of the printer.
8. Turn ON the printer power switch, and Printer power switch

then heater power switch.
Heater power switch
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9. Turn ON the power switch on the

operation panel.
When the switch is turned ON, a

power-on self-diagnostic test is Booting up…
performed and the following message
appears on the operation panel’s LCD.
Notes
INITIALIZING...
• Explain to the users that except for PLEASE WAIT
emergency the printer power must be
turned OFF only while “PRINT” is
indicated on the LCD. If the power is
turned OFF during “INITIALIZING”
or “CLEANING,” ink drooling or print
head damage may occur, or even the
parameter settings may be lost.
• If an error is detected during the
self-diagnostic test at power on, an
error message appears on the LCD.
Solve the problem following the error
message.
• Note that the operation cannot be
reversed after completing with the
procedure below. To change the
setting, shut down the printer, and
restart the operation.
a) With and keys #LANGUAGE

select the language to be
*ENGLISH
displayed on the operation panel,
and press key.
・ENGLISH
・FRANCAIS
・ITALIANO
・DEUTSCH
・ESPANOL
・PORTUGUeS
・JAPANESE
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b) Press key. #LANGUAGE

*ENGLISH OK?
c) With and keys #TIME ZONE (GMT+)

select the time zone of the country
where the printer is operated. *YY/MM/DD HH:MM +00
d) Press key. #TIME ZONE (GMT+)

*YY/MM/DD HH:MM +12
e) Press key.
#TIME ZONE (GMT+)
*YY/MM/DD HH:MM +OK?
f) With and keys #LENGTH UNITS

select the unit of the length.
*INCH
g) Press key. #LENGTH UNITS

*MILLIMETER
h) Press key. #LENGTH UNITS

>MILLIMETER OK?
i) With and keys #TEMPERATURE UNITS

select the unit of the temperature.
*FAHRENHEIT
j) Press key. #TEMPERATURE UNITS

*CENTIGRADE
k) Press key. #TEMPERATURE UNITS

>CENTIGRADE OK?
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l) With and keys

#NO. OF INK COLORS
select the ink color mode, 4-color
or 8-color. *8 COLORS
m) Press key. #NO. OF INK COLORS

*8 COLORS OK?
INITIALIZING...
PLEASE WAIT
10. After the initialization, the right OPEN SUBCART COVER

message is indicated.
CCC LOAD SUBCART
After confirming the message above

appears, with a dropper, apply the cap
cleaning liquid to the subcartridge's
two spout holes.
Note
Do not omit this step, or the ink may leak
from the spout hole.
Spout hole
11. Set the subcartridges.

PRINTER READY
ROLL:XXXX/YYYYYY
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4.5 Filling an Initial Ink

The initial ink filling is required only when the printer is installed for the first time.
Notes
• Do not release the pressure control knob, nor open the front cover.
• When the ink filling is suspended by some reason such as ink running out or pressure
control knob error, do not continue the ink filling operation. If it is continued, waste ink
may overflow from the waste ink bottle.
When it is suspended, terminate the ink filling with the either of the two operations
below.
1. Set a new subcartridge and start the ink filling again.

2. Supply the ink from the ink pack. For the procedure,
refer to "Supplying ink from ink pack" described in "4.7 Completing Installation."
1. Press key on the

operation panel to enter offline mode.
2. Repeat pressing key until ∧REWIND FORM FEED ∨

"PH.MAIN" menu is displayed.
＜PH.REC PH.MAIN＞
3. Press key to select "INK #CAP CLEANING

SYSTEM OPT" menu. >
4. Press key to select "INK #INK SYSTEM OPT

SYSTEM OPT" menu, and press >STORE INK SYS
key.
#INK SYSTEM OPT

5. Press key to select "INITIAL *INITIAL CHARGE
CHARGE".
6. Press key. #INK SYSTEM OPT

*BOTTLE OK?
7. Confirm that a waste ink bottle was OPEN
installed, and press key.
SUBCARTRIDGE COVER
8. Remove the subcartridge cover. LOAD SUBCARTRIDGE

LOAD CCC SLOT
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9. Set the subcartridges. CLOSE

SUBCARTRIDGE COVER
10. Set the subcartridge cover. OPEN

INK COVER
11. Open the ink box cover. LOAD

DUMMY INKPACK
12. Set the dummy ink packs. CLOSE

INK COVER
13. Close the ink box cover. START INK CHARGING

*BOTTLE OK?
14. Confirm that a waste ink bottle was CHARGING INK

installed, and press key. PLEASE WAIT XXX
Subcartridges and ink delivery system #INK SYSTEM OPT

below the subcartridges are filled with
ink. Then normal cleaning operation is *INITIAL CHARGE
completed.
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4.6 Checking Printer Operation

4.6.1 Setting parameters
After turning the printer on, set parameters according to the user’s operating environment
referring to IP-7900 User’s Guide, “Section 3 Menu operation on the operation panel”:
“Explanation of each menu operation”
4.6.2 Adjusting sensors for roll feed unit and take-up reel unit
After turning on the printer and setting the parameters, adjust the light sensors below.
Sensors in the printer’s roll feed unit side
- Two light-emitting units on the drive unit’s side face
- Two light-receiving units on the beam.
Sensors in the printer’s take-up reel unit side
- One light-emitting units on the beam
- Two light-receiving unit on the drive unit’s side face
(1) Adjusting supply-side media end sensor
Adjust the supply-side media end sensor’s light-emitting direction with the procedure
below.
1. Remove the cover of the supply-side

media end sensor’s light-emitting units.
2. Remove the connector of the

supply-side media slack sensor’s
light-emitting unit. Note that the media
slack sensor position is lower than the
media end sensor.
3. By rotating the pan-head machine

screws, adjust the upper and lower
lighting-receiving units to the positions
to receive the emitted lights. Note that
at the correct position the red LED is
ON.
4. Gradually tighten the adjusting screw

until the media slack sensor’s
light-receiving unit does not receive
the emitted light. Note that the media
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slack sensor position is lower than the

media end sensor.
5. Tighten the adjusting screw

additionally by XXX（T.B.D）turns.
6. Confirm that the media end sensor’s

light-receiving unit receives the emitted Screw to adjust the media end
light. Note that the media end sensor is sensor's light-emitting unit direction
upper than the media slack sensor.
Then put the connector removed at the
step 2 back in place. Media end sensor's light emitting
unit
Media slack sensor’s light

7. Put the cover back in place. emitting unit
Media end sensor’s light-receiving

unit (The LED goes on when the
step 3 is completed.)
Media slack sensor’s light-receiving

unit (The LED goes on when the
step 4 is completed.)
(2) Adjusting supply-side media slack sensor
Check the media slack sensor position, and adjust it just as repeating the procedure to
adjust the media end sensor.
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(3) Adjusting takeup-side media slack sensor
Takeup-side media slack sensor detects the media slack at the high limit position and the
low limit position. Adjust the sensor’s light-receiving direction with the procedure below.
1. Remove the cover of the takeup-side

media slack sensor’s light-receiving
unit.
2. Loosen the adjusting screw of the

light-receiving unit.
3. Gradually tighten the adjusting screw

until the sensor fixing sheet metal is
loosened. Then tighten the screw by
one turn.
4. Fix the light emitting unit at the lowest

fixing position.
5. By selecting “MAINTENANCE MODE,”

“SENSORS,” and “TUR SENSORS”
with the operation panel, confirm that
the emitted light is received by the high
limit light-receiving unit and the low
limit light-receiving unit.
6. If the light is not received, tighten the

adjusting screw gradually until the light
is received.
7. Fix the light-emitting unit at the highest

fixing position.
8. By selecting “MAINTENANCE MODE,”

“SENSORS,” and “TUR SENSORS”
with the operation panel, confirm that
the emitted light is received by the high
limit light-receiving unit and the low
limit light-receiving unit.
9. If the light is not received, tighten the

adjusting screw gradually until the light
is received.
10. Repeat the steps 4 to 9 until both the

high limit light-receiving unit and the
low limit light-receiving unit correctly
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receive the emitted light if the

light-emitting unit is fixed at the highest
position or the lowest position.
11. Fix the light-emitting unit at the second

position from the top.
NOTE
The upper and lower adjusting screws at the sensor fixing sheet metal do not require
adjustment.
Media slack upper limit sensor’s

light-receiving unit
Media slack lower limit sensor’s

light-receiving unit
Media slack sensor’s

light-emitting unit
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4.6.3 Checking printer operation without connecting to host

computer
Print the patterns below to check the printer operation.

● Nozzle check pattern
● Mechanical check pattern (to check the nozzle position and the print head tilt)
(1) Printing nozzle check pattern
1. Press key on the

operation panel to enter offline mode.
2. Press the , , MAINTENANCE MODE

, and keys in PASSWORD?
sequence.
(When the key was

pressed, the buzzer sounds to notify
the user that the pressed key is invalid;
however, after this, the user can shift to
the password entry state.)
3. Press the , ,
, and keys in sequence.
4. Repeat the key until ∧PRINTER SETUP∨

"ADJUST" menu is displayed. ＜ADJUST HEATER＞
5. Press the key to select #TEST PRINTS

"ADJUST" menu. >NOZZLE PRINT
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6. Press key to select "TEST

PRINTS".
7. Press key to select "CHECK #TEST PRINTS

NOZZLE".
>CHECK NOZZLE
8. Press key. #TEST PRINTS

*OK?
9. By pressing key, print the

#TEST PRINTS
nozzle check pattern.
*EXECUTING
Print output
M K C Y direction
Lg Lc GY Lm
10. With magnifier (x10) inspect the whole

print, and confirm that no nozzleout is
found on the pattern in each color.
If a problem is found, solve it with

adjustment referring to “Maintenance
Manual.”
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(2) Printing mechanical check pattern

By selecting “CHECK MECHANICAL” with the procedure below, the print patterns to
check the print head tilt and nozzle position are printed at the same time.
1. Enter the maintenance mode.

(See the previous item.)
2. Repeat pressing key until

∧PRINTER SETUP∨
"ADJUST" menu is displayed.
＜ADJUST HEATER＞
3. Press key to select "ADJUST"

#TEST PRINTS
menu.l
>NOZZLE PRINT
4. Press key to select "TEST

PRINTS".
5. Repeat key until "CHECK #TEST PRINTS

MECHANICAL" is diaplayed.
>CHECK MECHANICAL

*OK?

*EXECUTING
8. Check the printed patterns. When no
problem is found with the patterns, no
adjustment is required.
If any problem is found with the

patterns, adjust the print head phase
and tilt. Repeat the steps 1 to 8 until no
problem is found with the patterns.
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d)
a)
e)
b)
a)
f)
c)
b)
c)
Print head tilt check pattern with eight colors Nozzle position check pattern with eight colors
<Tilt check and adjustment> <Nozzle position check and adjustment>
a): Printed at the first swath d): Printed to check front-side print head
b): Printed at the second swath: e): Printed to check dual lines :
c): Printed at the third swath f): Printed to check rear-side print head
a) and b) overlap each other with 9.0mm.

b) and c) overlap each other with 9.0mm.
The print head tilt will causes the two vertical lines
while they should be one vertical lines. So adjust
the print head tilt so that the two vertical lines At the part e), confirm that no misalignment is
overlap to be one straight line. found with K and Gy lines.
At the part d), confirm that no misalignment is
［NG］［OK］ found with K line and each of C, M, and Y lines.
At the part f), confirm that no misalignment is found
with Gy and each of Lc, Lm, and Lgy.
Adjust the phase by setting the tool at Gy print

head so that Gy line pattern matches K line
pattern.
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4.6.4 Connecting with host computer

NOTES
• For USB connection, apply USB2.0 cable.
• For hub connection, apply hubs supporting USB2.0.
• For USB connection, apply the USB-certified cables and hubs. The products to be
connected to the USB system must also be USB-certified. Failure to use the
USB-certified products may lead a printer malfunction.
• Apply the cable of 5m or less in length. When the connection exceeds 5m, apply hubs.
At the hub cascade connection, five cascades are the maximum number. The
connection with a cable exceeding 5m or without hub cascade connection may lead a
printer malfunction.
• To protect USB connector, clamp the USB2.0 cable to the printer as shown in the figure
below.
1. Turn the printer off from the operation

panel.
2. Connect the USB cable to the USB

connector on the printer’s rear face.
3. Fix the USB cable to the printer’s cable

clamps as shown in the figure.
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4.6.5 Confirming system operation
After connecting the printer and the host computer with the interface cables, check the
system operation and complete the installation.
1. Turn the printer on.
2. Turn the connected computers on and

ask the user to verify that no problem
is found with the computers.
3. Ask the user to send data from the

connected computers and confirm that
it is correctly printed.
4. When the data is printed correctly, the

system operation check is completed.
If it is not printed correctly, check the

printer’s settings again, ask the user to
check the connected computers’
settings, and test the system operation
again.
If an error message is displayed, solve

the problem following the message’s
instruction.
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4.7 Completing installation

Before completing the installation, check the following.
1. Supplying ink from ink pack.

When the user already purchased the ink
pack, with the user's approval supply the
ink by setting the ink pack following the
guidance below.
Notes
• Though the printer oprates with the remaining ink in the subcartridge, for the normal
operation basically perform the procedure below to supply the ink from the ink pack.
• When the printer operates only with the subcartridge's ink, the message, "OPEN INK
COVER CCC REPLACE INK PACK" appears to indicate that no ink is left in the
subcartridge.
a) Pressing key in online.
b) Selecting the cleaning menu in

#INK SUPPLY
the offline menu.
>
c) Press key. #INK SUPPLY

*OK?
d) Press key. OPEN

INK COVER
e) Open the ink box cover.

REMOVE
DUMMY INK PACK
f) Remove the dummy ink pack. LOAD

CCC INK PACK
g) Set the ink pack. CLOSE

INK COVER
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h) Close the ink box cover. #INK SUPPLY

*OK?
i) Press key.
#INK SUPPLY
*EXECUTING
Ink supply was completed. #INK SUPPLY

>
2. The guidance messages are displayed

by:
Confirm that all the cables are
connected securely, and that the cable
are aligned orderly.
3. Confirm that the printer is supported

with the casters and the adjustable
leveling feet stably, and that the printer
is installed horizontally.
4. Confirm that no foreign object is left in

the printer.
5. Confirm that the printer’s all covers are

closed.
Note
Only after getting approval from the user, turn the printer off.
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5.1 Moving a Printer

5.1.1 Moving a printer with casters
Move the printer with casters when it must be moved, for example, from an unpacking
place to an installation place.
NOTES
• Depending on the condition at moving a printer, for example, moving on a rough road,
before moving, pack the printer again with removing ink cartridges, replacing a waste
ink bottle with a new one, and purging inks in the tubes.
• Be sure to cover the floor with plates when moving the printer with casters on a rough
surface. If not, the casters may be damaged.
5.1.2 Moving a printer with crane
When it must be moved with crane, cover the printer with protection sheets such as
blanket. Do not touch the paper guide and the cartridge cover.
Note that the barycentric position mark is attached to the carton when the package is
shipped from manufacturer.
Barycentric position
Parret
Tie with a rope only at the printer’s foot part.
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5.2 Relocating a Printer

To relocate the printer after a certain time from ink filling, purge inks, fix the carriage, and
fix the printer with cushioning materials and fixing pars.
5.2.1 Purging inks
Purge inks referring to an ink referring to “IP-7900 Maintenance Manual,” Section 7

Adjustment.
NOTE
Be sure to empty the waste ink bottle of
the waste ink.
5.2.2 Powering off

1. Turn off the power switch on the
operation panel.
2. Turn off the printer power switch and

the heater power switch on the
printer’s rear face.
3. Remove the power cable.
5.2.3 Fixing carriage

1. Fix the carriage’s cushioning materials,
CLAMP(Carriage-HeadBase), and
Block(HeadBase).
NOTE
Secure the carriage carefully so as not to
drop the screws between the capping
unit and the platen.
2. Attach the Carriage fixing polystyrene

foam.
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5.2.4 Removing waste ink bottle

1. Remove the waste ink bottle.
2. Install the cap on the waste ink tube.
5.2.5 Installing cushioning materials and fittings

1. Remove the all fittings fixed at
installation, and pack the fittings.
2. Attach the cushioning materials and

fittings removed at installation.
5.2.6 Unlocking casters and releasing the adjustable leveling

feet
1. Push the locks of all casters up to
unlock them.
2. Turn the adjustable leveling feet

upward until they are completely
wound up.
NOTE
When the printer is moved with casters,
the adjustable leveling feet sometimes
come down by vibration. They are
damaged if they hit a stumbling block.
Make sure that the adjustable leveling
feet are completely wound up when the
printer casters are used for moving the
printer.
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U00112843100 September 2008

U00112843101 February 2009

Copyright by Seiko I Infotech Inc., 2009

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This manual consists of the following sections:

When using the printer, see also the following documents:

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Notes on installation and handling

Notes on installation and storage

Precautions on the power supply

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Section 2 Installation Site Check

Section 3 Printer Configuration and Names of Components

Section 4 Unpacking, Transportation and Installation

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4.6 Checking Printer Operation ......................................... 4-45

Section 5 Moving and Relocating

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Section 1 Installation Overview

1.1 Installation Overview

Table 1-1 Installation Overview

2 To unpack Remove the printer from the carton and 4

check the content against the packing list.

3 To move to installation Move the printer to the installation site. 2*

4 To install Install the printer, components, and 2

accessories, then connect the power cable.

5 To set parameters Set the parameters for printing and data 1

6 To check printer Check the print quality. 1

7 To connect interface Connect the interface cable. 1

8 To check printer By connecting the printer with the host 1

operation computer, check the system performance in

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1.2 Required Tools

Table 1-2 Main Tools

Item Qty Remarks

Cutting pliers 1 To cut PP-band and insulation lock tie

Wrench 13mm 2 To unpack

Hexagon wrench M4 1 To assemble cooling fan and sheet metal

Hexagon wrench M8 1 To remove metal pedestals

Hexagon wrench M3 1 To adjust carriage height for image quality

Hexagon wrench M5 1 To parallel carriage to platen for image quality

Hexagon wrench M6 1 To parallel carriage to platen for image quality

Socket wrench 9.5mm squared 1 To loosen stand reinforcement plate

Adjustable end wrench 1

Torque screwdriver 1 To tighten carriage covers 49N (5kgf)

Level 1 To install the printer horizontally

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1.3 Package Size

Package size 約 4300（W）x1100（D）x1820（H）

Package weight 約 900kg

Pallet Material: Iron, Weight: Approx. 147kg

Pallet size 4300 (W) x 1100 (D) x 250 (H)

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Section 2 Installation Site Check

2.1 Temperature and Humidity

(1) Keep the air condition constant.

Table 2-1 Environmental Conditions

Relative humidity Operating: 30 to 70% RH