WaxJet 6100 Bedienungsanleitung
FoxJet, Inc.
2016 E. Randol Mill Rd.
Suite # 409
Arlington, TX 76011
SERVICE
REFERENCE
MANUAL
SERIES 6 WAXJET™
HIGH RESOLUTION
PRINTING SYSTEMS
Revision 4.15 (February 1999)
End User Field of Use
Restriction Agreement
The product you have purchased shall be
used only to perform an Industrial
Marking Application, which shall mean
and include only:
1.An application for creating labels or
other marking directly associated with
articles of manufacture (other tan
markings on items for consumption by
humans or animals, such as capsules or
pills for human ingestion), packages,
human readable publication (e.g.,
books, magazines and
newspapers); and
2.Wherein the markings are for
identification, pricing, codeing,
marking, and decoration or like
function or purpose; and
3.Wherein the markings are
attachedon the article, package, or
publication byeither direct marking
thereon or by the printing of labels
subsequently applied to the article,
package, or publication; and
4.Wherein the markings are primarily
either barcodes or human-readable
(as opposed to machine readable
Braille, or the like)(”Industrial
Marking Application”). Any
publication not satisfying all four
conditions (1),(2),(3), and (4) is not an
Industrial Marking Application.
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constitutes your aknowledgment and
acceptance of, and your express
agreement to comply with, the above
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use of the Produce is prohibited and in
violation of this Field of Use Restriction
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Caution
Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according
to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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severe burn hazard. Do NOT
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Using This Manual ..........................1-1
Safety Precautions ..........................1-2
Chapter 2 - Application Design
Design Factors ............................2-1
Substrate Type ............................2-1
Speed.................................2-1
Product Pitch .............................2-3
Environmental Factors ........................2-3
Equipment Mounting .........................2-3
Product Detection (Photocell) ....................2-4
Proximity ...............................2-4
Reflective...............................2-4
Inductive ...............................2-5
Print Registration Photocell......................2-5
External Alarm ............................2-6
Line Speed Monitoring (Shaft Encoder) ...............2-6
AutoPrint Module ...........................2-7
Specifications.............................2-9
Dimensions .............................2-11
Controller ..............................2-11
Integrated Printhead/Wax System .................2-12
Chapter 3 - Theory of Operation
Power Supply.............................3-2
CPU PCB...............................3-2
Firmware Module...........................3-3
Driver PCB ..............................3-3
Interface PCB.............................3-3
Printhead Wax /System .......................3-4
Chapter 4 - Programming
Keyboard Programming .......................4-2
Keyboard Specialty Keys.......................4-3
SystemMaster Programming .....................4-3
External Programming ........................4-4
Special Techniques..........................4-5
Embedded Codes ..........................4-5
Embedded Numbers Codes .....................4-6
Mixed Fonts .............................4-7
One-for-One Printing vs. Batch Mode ................4-8
Alternative Input Devices.......................4-8
Chapter 5 - Command Definitions
Configuration Commands ......................5-1
Editing Commands ..........................5-6
Utility Commands ..........................5-13
Rear Port Commands........................5-22
Chapter 6 - WaxJet™ Installation & Setup
System Configuration.........................6-1
Interface PCB.............................6-1
CPU .................................6-2
Driver PCB ..............................6-4
Power Entry Module .........................6-4
Equipment Installation ........................6-5
Production Line............................6-5
6100 Controller ............................6-5
WaxJet Printhead/Wax System ...................6-6
Printhead Orientation.........................6-8
Product Detection ..........................6-9
Line Speed Monitoring (encoder; optional equipment)........6-9
Auto-Print Module (optional equipment) ...............6-9
Connections.............................6-10
Initial Startup ............................6-11
Operation Tests ...........................6-15
Operational Setup..........................6-16
Delay Value Calculation.......................6-16
DPI Calculations ..........................6-16
Printhead/Wax System Purge/Prime ................6-17
Safety Precautions .........................6-17
Test Prints..............................6-19
Network Setup ...........................6-20
PC Configuration ..........................6-20
RS-485 Wiring............................6-21
Controller Configuration.......................6-21
Chapter 7 - Service
Routine Maintenance.........................7-1
Maintenance Schedule ........................7-1
Daily Cleanup.............................7-2
Cleaning Photocell Lens .......................7-2
Cleaning Interior of Controller ....................7-2
Refilling Wax Supply.........................7-3
Priming Printhead ..........................7-5
Fault Diagnosis............................7-7
CPU Board Indicators ........................7-7
Driver Board Indicators........................7-9
Symptoms and Causes .......................7-11
Troubleshooting Tips ........................7-13
Service Procedures .........................7-14
Memory Reset............................7-14
Manual ZAP.............................7-14
System Checks ...........................7-15
Wax System Heater Circuit Checks.................7-15
Printhead Heater Circuit Checks ..................7-17
Power Supply Check ........................7-17
Chapter 8 - Removal/Replacement Procedures
CPU PCB ..............................8-2
Removal ...............................8-2
Installation ..............................8-2
Firmware Assembly .........................8-3
Removal ...............................8-3
Installation ..............................8-3
Driver PCB ..............................8-4
Removal ...............................8-4
Installation ..............................8-4
Power Supply Unit ..........................8-5
Removal ...............................8-5
Installation ..............................8-5
Interface PCB.............................8-6
Removal ...............................8-6
Installation ..............................8-7
Backup Battery (Ni-Cad) .......................8-8
Removal ...............................8-8
Installation ..............................8-8
Backup Battery (Lithium) .......................8-9
Printhead Data Cable ........................8-10
Removal...............................8-10
Installation..............................8-11
Printhead ..............................8-12
Removal...............................8-13
Installation..............................8-15
Wax Reservoir Heater .......................8-16
Removal...............................8-16
Installation..............................8-19
Wax Reservoir Thermal Fuse ...................8-21
Removal...............................8-21
Installation..............................8-22
Wax Tubing .............................8-23
Removal...............................8-23
Installation..............................8-24
Wax Hose ..............................8-26
Removal...............................8-26
Installation..............................8-27
Chapter 9 - Parts & Bracketry
Parts Replacement Kits .......................9-1
Printhead Replacement Kit......................9-1
Heater Assembly Replacement Kit..................9-1
Wax Tubing Replacement Kit ....................9-2
Fuse List ...............................9-2
Bracketry ...............................9-3
Controller Conveyor Mounting Kit ..................9-3
Controller Floor Stand Kit.......................9-4
Printhead Mounting Kit (1”)......................9-5
Linear Positioning Rod ........................9-6
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Introduction
The WaxJet™ Model 6100 Wax Jet Printer uses a non-toxic,
non-hazardous solid Wax to produce cost effective small character
codes (up to ½” in height) on to any substrate. The system is
particularly effective on shrink-wrap material.
Nothing touches the product other than the wax itself. There are no
rollers or rubber typefaces to change. Changing the printed message
contents and format is accomplished by simple keyboard entry. The
printer will usually display options available with each command
and show prompts and status information to assist the user.
SystemMaster, a Windows based program, can be used to program
printers (up to 32) from a remote PC.
Small individual drops of wax, fired by the Printhead at precise
times form alphanumeric characters and special graphic characters.
The Printhead ejects wax by microprocessor controlled piezoelectric
crystals that force the wax through tiny orifices, creating very
precise drops of wax. The Printhead firing signals are synchronized
to the movement of the conveyor belt or driven by an internal
oscillator. In either case, a product detect circuit ensures that the
desired message will be printed on the correct location on the
package or carton.
Basic
Operation Single Phase 110VAC or 220 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz powers Series 6
products. When product detect occurs (usually via photocell sensor),
system will print characters in a dot matrix format. A system clock
or encoder pulses synchronize Printhead firing pulses with product
motion, insuring that printed message is positioned properly on
product. The frequency of the firing pulses combined with the speed
of travel determines the horizontal print resolution of the messages
printed.
Using This
Manual This manual is designed to provide the FoxJet Authorized Technical
Representative with a service reference that will assist in providing
a high level of support to end-users. This manual is not written for
and should not be distributed to the end user. The manual is not a
substitute for factory training nor is it a replacement for the
Operator’s Manual. It is assumed that the user is familiar with
general mechanical and electrical safety procedures. A section is
provided for the insertion of Technical Bulletins, which are
distributed regularly. Technical Bulletins augment the Service
Reference Manual as equipment or software evolves.
Safety
Precautions Operating and servicing the Series 6 WaxJet system requires that
certain safety precautions be followed in order to prevent equipment
damage and/or personal injury.
When operating or servicing the system, observe the
following precautions:
•Touching the Printhead or the Wax system when at operating
temperatures can cause injury. The Printhead is heated to
temperatures as high as 135º C (275º F) and will cause severe
burn if it comes in contact with bare skin. FoxJet strongly
advises that heat insulating gloves be worn when carrying out
any maintenance on the Printhead/Wax System.
•Keep the system clean and free from dust, particularly when
performing any maintenance routines.
•Do not stand in front of or place hands in front of Printhead
while priming. The hot Wax can spray up to 12” or more during
the priming procedure.
•Ensure that Printhead is mounted so that products do not
come into contact with it. High heat from the Printhead may
damage product(s) and the Printhead may be damaged as well.
•Avoid handling the wax system and wax hose while in
operation.
•Use extreme caution when adding wax cubes to wax system.
Do not drop wax cubes in such manner that the wax is
splashed out of reservoir.
•Do not overfill wax reservoir. Damage to internal connections
in the wax system can occur.
•Use only FoxJet approved solvents and wipes on the Nozzle
Array plate. Damage to its special coating will occur and wax
may build up on it.
•Avoid directly wiping the Nozzle Array plate, damage to the
special coating may occur.
During servicing, ensure that:
•You always wear a grounded static wrist strap to avoid static
discharge when working inside the controller. The controller’s
electronics are susceptible to damage from static discharge.
•The system has been turned off for at least 1 hour prior to
performing any service procedures on the Printhead and wax
system or in preparation for shipping.
•Service procedures are followed precisely.
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