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Operations Manual
Manual Version 2.2
January 2015
Congratulations on your new purchase!
Copyright Allen Datagraph Systems Inc. - All rights reserved.
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  • Page 1 Operations Manual Manual Version 2.2 January 2015 Congratulations on your new purchase! Copyright Allen Datagraph Systems Inc. - All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: General Information

    Thank You for Selecting an Allen Datagraph Product At Allen Datagraph Systems, Inc. (ADSI), we are committed to serving you, our customer. Our goal is to provide you with competitive, quality products and services to meet your needs. Customer input is of great value to Allen Datagraph Systems, Inc.;...

  • Page 4: Technical Support

    For Technical support please access our free e-mail support or visit our web site at http://www. allendatagraph.com, and then clicking on tech support and the email link. Service Policy – All service is subject to ADSI service policy. You can read the policy here: Web Site Copy - www.allendatagraph.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/ADSI-ServicePolicy.pdf There are many online documents available to help you to operate the Centra HS at our technical support page at http://www.allendatagraph.com.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    Specifications System Data: Print Technology LED Toner Resolution Up to 600 x 1200 dpi Speed Up to 30 ft/min (7.6 M/min) Web Width 8.5 to 12.9 inches (215-325 mm) Media Core 3 inches (75mm) nominal dia. Max Input Roll Diameter 14 inches (355 mm) Cutter Management Tool Allen Direct-Cut...

  • Page 6: Accessory Kit

    · Note any visual in-transit damage to the packing crate or the equipment on the carrier’s delivery slip. · Report any concealed in-transit damage to the delivery carrier and to ADSI as soon as it is discovered. When possible, take pictures for claim purposes.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1.0.0 Introduction ............. . 08 1.0.1 Safety .

  • Page 8: Introduction

    1.0 Introduction The Centra HS Digital Label Printing System is shipped assembled, however it must be properly unpacked, installed, and set up to run prior to operating. This manual will guide you through each of these processes. 1.0.1 Safety For your own safety, read this instruction manual before operating the equipment. Knowledge of the machine’s components and specific hazards will minimize the possibility of accidents and injury.

  • Page 9: Site Preparation

    1.0.2 Site Preparation The following are guidelines for preparing the customer site for installation of the ADSI equipment. Location: 1. Provide a sturdy level area for equipment weighing 200+ lbs. 2. Provide adequate clearance around the machine to allow easy access for inspection and maintenance.
  • Page 10 1.0.2 Site Preparation Changing the Fuse Configuration (continued): 3. Reverse the position of the fuse block so that the desired voltage will appear in the fuse block cover. 4. Close the fuse block cover and verify that the desired voltage is showing. Risk of Electrical Fire - Do not change the fuse location in the fuse block.

  • Page 11: Installation Of Centra Hs Digital Label Print Station

    1.1.0 Installation of Centra HS Digital Label Print Station 1.1.1 Precautions • Keep away from high temperatures and open flames. • Please do not install in a place from which a chemical reaction is started (laboratory etc.). • Do not install near inflammable solutions such as alcohol or thinner. •...

  • Page 12: Printer Unpacking Procedure

    1.1.2 Printer Unpacking Procedure Printer Installation Instructions • Install a printer within the suggested temperature and humidity conditions: • Ambient Temperature : 10° to 32°C • Ambient Humidity : 20% to 80% relative humidity Maximum Wet-Bulb Temperature : 25°C • Do not to allow condensation on printers. •...
  • Page 13 1.1.4.2 Install Toner Cartridge in the Printer 1. Open the top cover of printer and remove orange protection sheet, stoppers, and toner cover which are installed in the printer drums. 2. Shake the toner cartridge well and remove the tape. 3.
  • Page 14 4. Tightly turn the lever (blue) of the toner cartridge toward the arrow direction. 5. Close the top cover.
  • Page 15 1.1.5.2 Changing the Image Drums NOTE: Never expose the image drum to light for more than 5 minutes and never expose the image drum to direct sunlight. If you are going to leave the drums out for 5+ minutes, cover them. Never touch the surface of the green drum inside the image drum unit as they are extremely sen- sitive and can affect print quality.

  • Page 16: Installing The Transfer Belt

    1.1.5.3 Installing the Transfer Belt To replace the Transfer Belt follow the directions below: 1. Open the top cover. 2. Remove the four imaging drums, toners, and then cover them with a dark cloth or plastic to protect them from light damage. 3.

  • Page 17: Powering The Printer Base

    1.1.6 Powering the Printer Base WARNING: THE Centra HS PRINTER IS AVAILABLE IN TWO POWER MODELS. YOU MUST ORDER THE CORRECT MODEL FOR YOUR POWER SOURCE. DO NOT PLUG PRINTER IN IF YOUR POWER SOURCE DOES NOT MATCH THE PRINTER MODEL YOU ORDERED. Power requirements: Centra HS Print Base &...

  • Page 18: Connecting Printer Base To Pc

    1.1.7 Connecting Printer Base to PC The Centra HS print station can be connected to the PC via Ethernet or USB. These connectors are located on the left rear (gear side) of the printer base directly behind the in-feed. Be sure that you have also connected the fixed USB and Ethernet cables to the back of the printer itself.
  • Page 19 1.2 Identifying the parts of the Centra HS Centra HS Printer Feed Roller (Silver) Grip Roller (Rubber) Take-up Dancer Emergency Stop Media Centering Guides Supply Guide Roller & Guide Adjustment Supply Dancer Take-up Mandrel Media Centering Guides & Guide Adjustment Rewind Discs Supply Mandrel CENTRA...
  • Page 20 1.2 Webbing the CENRTA HS Webbing the Infeed of the Centra HS = UNPRINTED MEDIA 1. Open the media guides by turning the guide handle counter clockwise. Lift the guide arm closest to the operator side to allow the roll of media to be loaded onto the mandrel. 2.
  • Page 21 1.2 Webbing the Centra HS = UNPRINTED MEDIA = PRINTED MEDIA Attaching the Printed Material to Rewinder Once a print job has been sent from Wasatch, the base will automatically feed material into the printer. The media will then be ejected from the rear of the printer. The web path goes over the black rubber roller, under the take up dancer arm, then over the web guide bar (with centering arms), and attach media to a core on the take up mandrel.

  • Page 22: Installing Wasatch Softrip

    1.2.1 Installing Wasatch SoftRIP Each complete Centra HS Digital Label System comes with a Wasatch SoftRIP. To install the Sof- tRIP, insert the CD-ROM into the PC and follow the prompts. If you have further questions about the SoftRIP installation, please consult the Wasatch SoftRIP user manual. After Wasatch is installed, download and install the Wasatch color profiles for Centra HS printer.

  • Page 23: Wasatch Test Print

    6. Set up paper width in Wasatch: Go to Setup Menu → select EDIT → PROPERTIES. Make sure paper source is set to Roll Feed and width matches the roll media width that is loaded. Select OK > OK to return to Setup Menu. Select Set Maximum Width and check Width Center (if not using pre die cut labels).
  • Page 24 label frame is not 5” long, add copies until it is. On the Layout Screen, right click on the label image → select Add Copies → select number of copies you need to make your layout at least 5” long → press OK.

  • Page 25: Cleaning The Printer

    1.3.0 Cleaning the Printer Occasionaly you will need to clean the loose toner inside and outside of the printer. The toner will adhere to the internal components and needs to be regualarly cleaned. This can be done with a clean dry cloth and a toner vacuum. Follow the steps below: NOTE: Try not to touch the image drum terminals, the LED lens array, or the LED head connectors when cleaning the printer.

  • Page 26: Cleaning The Led Lens Array

    1.3.1 Cleaning the LED Lens Array If there is loose toner on the LED lens array or if you are getting a wpresse band or a wpresse stripe (light printing) in a vertical direction well printing, then it is time to clean the LED head as descried below.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting & Faq

    1.4 Troubleshooting & FAQ This document gives some basic advice about troubleshooting your Centra HS Printer. There are some simple steps you can take to try and diagnose a problem. If you have managed to perform some basic troubleshooting procedures, then our tech support team will be in a much better position to help before you contact them.

  • Page 28: Media Weight Settings

    1.4.3 Media Weight Settings Using a compatible media is critical for proper operation of the printer because the fuser operates at extremely high temperatures. This guide will help you determine what media weight setting is best for your job. NOTE: Avoid rubber based adhesives, polypropylene, and polystyrene substrates. Any damage to the image drums, transfer belt, fuser, or printer components caused by improper media or media weight settings are not covered by warranty.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting With Media Weight Settings

    1.4.4 Troubleshooting with Media Weight Settings Warning - If an incompatible media weight is used, it may result in overheating and/or damaging the internal components of the printer. Toner Flaking - If the toner is flaking off your media after it has been printed, this is a sign that your media weight setting was not heavy enough.

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