Printer Unit

Front


XP-640_Partname_Front

No. Name Function overview
Cartridge slots The location where ink cartridges are installed.
Front cover Open this when necessary, such as when loading media. Keep this cover closed when not loading media or performing maintenance.
Loading lever (front) Secures the media in place and releases it.

Use this lever when working at the front of the machine. Lowering the lever secures the media in place.
Operation panel The panel containing the buttons used to operate the machine.

Operation Panel
Left cover Open this when you perform maintenance.
Right cover Open this when you perform maintenance.
Take-up Unit Takes up the media after printing.

This prevents the printed media from touching the floor.

Rear


Part Names and Functions_Rear_ER-642

No.NameFunction overview
Loading lever (rear)

Secures the media in place and releases it.

Use this when working behind the machine. Lowering the lever secures the media in place.

Media holdersUse these when you load media.
Shafts
Media stays
Drain bottleDischarged fluid is stored in this bottle.

When discharged fluid is nearly overflowing from the bottle, an error is displayed and printing is not possible.

Side


side_XP-640

No.NameFunction overview
Main power switchSwitches the main power of the machine on/off.
Power-cord connector Used to connect the power cable from which power is supplied to the machine.
Ethernet connector Use this to connect an Ethernet cable.
Cleaning cartridge slot This is the location where the cleaning cartridge is installed.

Front Cover Interior/Print Head Carriage Area


Part Names and Functions_Print Head Periphery_ER-642

No. Name Function overview
Print-head carriage

Transports the built-in print heads.
Height-adjustment lever You can adjust the print-head height.
Separating knife

The knife used to separate the media.
Cutting carriage

The blade and the separating knife are inside here.
Print head caps

Prevent the print heads from drying out.

Seals to the print heads to protect the ink emission surface when the print heads are at the right side of the machine, such as when waiting for printing.
Wiper

Cleans the print heads.

Removes dirt and excess ink that have adhered to these heads.
Flushing cover Open the flushing cover when performing the following work. Keep the flushing cover closed except when performing this operation.
  • Cleaning around the Print Heads
  • Replacing the Flushing Sponge
  • Replacing the wiper cleaner
Flushing sponge

Absorbs the ink discharged from the print heads to prevent clogging.
Wiper cleaner Removes ink and dirt that have adhered to the wiper.
Blade holder This houses the blade used during cutting.
Media clamp

This clamps the left and right edges of the media.

Each clamp holds down the left or right edge of the media, keeping the media from coming loose and preventing fuzz on the cut edge of the media from touching the print heads.

Pinch roller

Lowering a loading lever lowers the pinch rollers, clamping the media.
Grit pattern This indicates the location of a grit roller. When loading media, be sure to place the pinch rollers within the ranges indicated by these patterns.
Grit roller

Transports the media.
Blade protector This is the path that the blade takes during cutting. It protects the tip of the blade.
Platen

This is the path over which the media passes.

The platen has a built-in suction fan and heater (print heater) that keep the media from coming loose.
Apron

This is the path over which the media passes.

The apron contains a heater (dryer) to accelerate ink drying.
Print Light

This light illuminates the front cover interior.

This makes it easier to see the printing status. It also flashes when a severe error has occurred. Error Messages

Serious Errors Indicated by the Print Light

If an error that may lead to serious damage to the printer occurs, the print light blinks.

This indicates one of the situations shown below.

When the print light blinks, an error also appears on the operation panel.

Operation PanelError overview
Print Head Dry-out ErrorThe print heads were about to dry out. The print heads may be damaged if allowed to dry out.
Motor ErrorAn excessive load was applied to the motor. If this error is not addressed, the print heads may be damaged.
Low Temperature ErrorThe temperature inside the machine has fallen below the temperature at which operation is possible. If this error is not addressed, the printer may malfunction.
High Temperature ErrorThe temperature inside the machine has risen above the temperature at which operation is possible. If this error is not addressed, the printer may malfunction.
Pump Stop ErrorAn excessive load was applied to the pump within the machine. If this error is not addressed, the pump may malfunction.
Take-up Unit Communication Error Because the connection may have been lost during take-up unit setup, work cannot continue.
Cleaning Error (Ink Cartridge) In the following situations, the print light blinks and work cannot continue.
  • Ink ran out during Light Choke Cleaning.
  • An ink cartridge was removed during Light Choke Cleaning.
  • A cartridge was pulled out during the initial ink filling.
Cleaning Error (Drain Bottle) In the following situations, the print light blinks and work cannot continue.
  • The drain bottle was removed while Light Choke Cleaning was in progress.
  • The drain bottle is removed during initial ink filling.
Print Head Error There is the possibility that a print head which cannot be used is installed.
Service CallAn unrecoverable error or an error that requires a part replacement has occurred.

If a Cover Opens during Operation

IMPORTANT Even if the front cover, left cover, or right cover (hereinafter these items are all referred to as the "cover") opens during an output operation, the print-head carriage may still move slowly. Exercise caution.