When Uneven Color Issues Occur with White Ink
Damper Cleaning Method
Damper cleaning can be used to stabilize the printed colors by agitating the ink.
Damper cleaning consumes a lot of ink, and overly frequent use may damage the print heads themselves. Avoid performing this operation more than necessary.
When you perform damper cleaning, replace the Lc, Lm, Lk, Or, Gr, and Wh inks with new ink pouches. If the ink runs out during cleaning, a "CLEANING ERROR" will occur and cleaning will stop.
The ink pouch that you have removed can still be used in operations other than damper cleaning (such as printing).
- Press [▼] several times to display the screen shown below.
- Press [▶] once, and then press [▼] several times to display the screen shown below.
- Press [▶] once, and then press [▼] several times to display the screen shown below.
- Press [ENTER].The screen shown below appears. The ink slot whose LED is flashing is the target for ink replacement.
- Replace the Lc, Lm, Lk, Or, Gr, and Wh inks with new ink pouches.IMPORTANT:
There is no need to replace the C, M, Y, and K inks.
- Press [ENTER].The screen shown below appears, and then cleaning starts. The (approximate) remaining time for the procedure is displayed on the screen. (The display shown below is an example. "01:45" = "1 minute and 45 seconds")
MEMO:When "EMPTY DRAIN BOTTLE" is displayed during cleaning
1. Remove the drain bottle and discard the discharged fluid.
2. Quickly attach the emptied drain bottle to the machine once more.
3. Press [ENTER].
IMPORTANT:When you remove the drain bottle, a few drops of discharged fluid may come out of the machine. Exercise caution to prevent this fluid from soiling your hands or the floor.
CAUTION:When "EMPTY DRAIN BOTTLE" appears on the screen, be sure to discard the discharged fluid.
Failing to discard the discharged fluid when "EMPTY DRAIN BOTTLE" is displayed will lead to the discharged fluid overflowing during cleaning.
CAUTION:Before you detach the drain bottle, be sure to wait for the screen to display "EMPTY DRAIN BOTTLE". After discarding the discharged fluid, promptly attach the drain bottle to the machine.
Failing to follow this procedure may cause discharged fluid to flow out of the tube and spill, soiling your hands or the floor.
WARNINGNever place discharged fluid or ink near an open flame.
Doing so may cause a fire.
CAUTION:To store discharged fluid temporarily, place it in the included drain bottle or in a durable sealed container such as a metal can or polyethylene tank, and cap tightly.
Any spillage or vapor leakage may cause fire, odor, or physical distress.
IMPORTANT:Do not store discharged fluid in a location where it is exposed to direct sunlight.
When temporarily storing discharged fluid in the included drain bottle, do not store it in a location that is exposed to direct sunlight. The discharged fluid may harden, making the drain bottle unusable. The drain bottle may also deteriorate, leading to discharged fluid leaks.
IMPORTANT:Dispose of discharged fluid properly, in accordance with the laws in effect in your locale.
Discharged fluid is flammable and contains toxic ingredients. Never attempt to incinerate discharged fluid or discard it with ordinary trash. Also, do not dispose of it in sewer systems, rivers, or streams. Doing so may have an adverse impact on the environment.
When cleaning finishes, the screen shown below appears again.