Replacing the Flushing Sponges

The flushing sponge absorbs the discharged ink to prevent clogging of the print heads.

When it is time to replace the flushing sponge, the message The time for flushing sponge replacement has arrived. appears. In this situation, replace the flushing sponge.

For information about purchasing flushing sponges, contact your authorized dealer or visit our website (https://www.rolanddg.com/).

WARNING

Be sure to perform operations as specified by the instructions, and never touch any area not specified in the instructions.

Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.

Required items
FLsponge


Flushing sponge Tweezers
IMPORTANT
  • To prevent the print heads from drying out, finish this procedure in 10 minutes or less. A warning beep sounds after 10 minutes. Stop work, close all the covers, and then tap Finish All to end the procedure. After that, restart the procedure from the beginning.
  • Take care to prevent ink from adhering to the operation panel.
Procedure
  1. When the message The time for flushing sponge replacement has arrived. appears, tap OK.
  2. Remove the object to be printed on.
  3. Tap Panel_Icon_Notification to display the messages.
  4. Tap The time for flushing sponge replacement has arrived..
    IO_Panel_NOTE_TimeToReplaceFL
    The Flushing Sponge Replacement screen appears.
  5. Tap Execute.
    Tap Execute to display a message reminding the user to wear protective gear.
  6. Tap OK.
    Tap OK to move the print-head carriage to a location where flushing sponge replacement is possible.
  7. Follow the instructions on the operation panel to replace the flushing sponge.
    • Tap Panel_Icon_Left_Blue or Panel_Icon_Right_Blue to check the procedure.
    • If you complete the work without viewing the instructions, tap Finish All.
    MEMO

    Flushing sponges do not have a specified front or back. They can be attached with either orientation.

  8. When the flushing sponge replacement is finished, tap Finish All.
  9. When Close the cover. appears, close the right cover.
    When you close the right cover, you are returned to the original screen.
  10. Tap Panel_Icon_Home to return to the home screen.