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Summary of Contents for Brother GTX600 Series
- Page 1 GTX600 SERIES QUICK USER GUIDE...
- Page 2 PLATENS PLATEN HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT With the GTX600, the height adjustment is performed through the menu using the control panel or via the driver using the latest version of Graphics Lab and the driver. OPERATION PANEL ADJUSTMENT PLATEN HEIGHTS GTX600 You can set 8 levels of platen height 0.17in 4,3 mm from A to H [same as GTX Series]...
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Page 3: Obstacle Detection
Test Print Position C Position H Ink refill Position D User settings 1 CUSTOM USER SETTINGS Print Data Load Position E User settings 2 Menu > Printer Settings > Platen Settings > Height User Settings Adjust platen height Adjust platen height Menu Printer Setting Platen settings... - Page 4 DETECTED ERRORS OBSTACLE DETECTION SITUATION EXCESSIVE DROPPING SITUATION Broken FREE Beam Beam Error Code: 2072 Obstacle Sensor When the Platen too low sensor beam Platen too low Sensor [EDP] encounters the beam receiver on the other When the beam of the Obstacle sensor is side of the platen, it signals that the platen is meeting an obstacle, it will stop the process of too low.
- Page 5 WARNING: OLDER GTX Series CLEANING SOLUTION IS NOT COMPATIBLE with GTX600 GTX600 Cleaning Solution is a totally different chemical formula and is NOT COMPATIBLE with other GTX Series. The bottles now have different contents and they also use an IC Stick just like the inks. WHITE INK AGITATION &...
- Page 6 Use an agitation machine to properly break up sediment. Different types of agitation machines vary in the time it takes them to properly agitate white ink. A gyroscopic mixer takes about 5 minutes to agitate, while a vibrating plate can take up to 2 hours. After agitation, let the white ink settle for 10 minutes.
- Page 7 ADJUSTABLE HYDRAULIC SCISSOR LIFT WITH CASTORS This tool will help to move the bulk ink containers into position to fill the ink tanks cleanly and easily. To use the adjustable hydraulic scissor lift to help refill an ink tank, adjust the lift to the appropriate height and guide the faucet on the ink container directly over the opening of the ink tank before opening the spout (see photo to the left).
- Page 8 INTEGRATED HUMIDIFIER PURPOSE OF A HUMIDIFIER Humidification is performed inside the machine to prevent the nozzle surface from drying out. Without humidification, the ink on the nozzle plate dries out and missing nozzles may occur. REGULAR ENVIRONMENT HUMIDITY RANGE PRINTHEAD Normal printing is possible.
- Page 9 PURE WATER SUPPLY 2 Water Supply methods are available: • A direct line from pure water equipment, such as a tank of distilled water. • Via a water pipe, with a regulator and ion filter to ensure clean water. Do not use the optional humidifier water supply tube to connect to unfiltered tap water piping. Use an ion filter to purify water if using a water pipe setup.
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Page 10: Waste Tank
TEMPERATURE & HUMIDITY RECOMMENDATIONS TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY To get the best out of your GTX600 printer, TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY please allow your workshop to stay within the recommended range of Temperature and REGULATED ° Humidity: INSIDE PRINTER > Between 64° and 86° F for operating temperature. - Page 11 PRINT/STOP BUTTONS PRINT BUTTONS Press the 2 GREEN Print switches on the left and right side SIMULTANEOUSLY to start the printing process. 0.5 sec DOWN SIMULTANEOUSLY When pressing both buttons, you will hear a beeping sound and you need to hold the buttons until you hear a second beeping sound.
- Page 12 HOW TO PERFORM A WHITE NOZZLE CHECK Always place the Platen at level A to print a white Nozzle Check pattern on a black paper sheet Menu Test Print Nozzle Check White or transparent plastic sheet > Inspect the printed Nozzle Check patterns for missing nozzle lines indicating a non-firing nozzle. If not all nozzles are firing, start a Head Cleaning to unclog any clogged nozzles.
- Page 13 CLEANINGS & PARTS REPLACEMENT SCHEDULE PARTS ACTIONS WARNING ERROR 5K pcs 7.5K pcs SUCTION CAP CLEANING or 2 weeks or 3 weeks No Need No Need WIPER CLEANING 5K pcs 7.5K pcs NOZZLE GUARD CLEANING or 2 weeks or 3 weeks PARTS FOLLOW DISPLAY MESSAGES MIST FAN FILTER...
- Page 14 WHITE SIDE COLOR SIDE NOZZLE GUARD CLEANING NOZZLE GUARD CLEANING Scan QR Code for SUCTION CAP CLEANING SUCTION CAP CLEANING Cleaning Suction Caps & Nozzle REMOVING INK LUMPS PROTRUDING UNDER THE NOZZLE FACE Guard Video CLEANING UNDER FACE OF THE CARRIAGE WHITE SIDE COLOR SIDE NOZZLE GUARD CLEANING...
- Page 15 REMOVING INK & DEBRIS ACCUMULATION EXAMPLES REMOVING INK & DEBRIS ACCUMULATION Location of Nozzle faces Remove any dried ink ink & debris accumulation [like above] that are protruding under the Nozzle face of the Print Heads. If you touch the Nozzle face, nozzles may be damaged. Use gloves and pinch with a cleaning stick or fingers to remove.
- Page 16 DETAILED CLEANING OF NOZZLE GUARDS Wipe clean the 2 nozzle guards & with the Clean Stick R dipped in GTX600 Cleaning Solution [1 for White Ink and 1 for CMYK Ink to avoid cross color contamination]. A very important place to clean is area between the nozzle guard and nozzle plate.
- Page 17 DETAILLED CLEANING OF SUCTION CAPS Wipe clean the lips of the Suction Caps in parallel with the side of the tip of Clean Stick T dipped in Cleaning Solution [1 for White Ink and 1 for CMYK Ink to avoid cross color contamination]. Wipe and clean the Outer Frame in the same way.
- Page 18 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE FOR CUSTOMERS Your printer requires regular maintenance for optimal performance and endurance. Protect your investment and the quality of your products by performing this regular maintenance immediately when prompted. This will ensure that the parts which can wear out over time are replaced before they break, based on the total number of prints made over the life of the printer.
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Page 19: Left Side
CLEANING BEFORE AND AFTER REPLACING THE MIST FAN FILTER Use a Clean Stick R or Clean Stick T to clean the areas specified in the pictures below. All loose debris needs to be removed with a vacuum cleaner. LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE Remove all the dirt accumulated in the 2 openings and then vacuum them. -
Page 20: Wiper Blade Replacement
WIPER BLADE REPLACEMENT When a warning message appears on the display, start the replacement process From the Menu select: > Maintenance > Maintenance part Clean/Replace > Replace Maintenance Unit Parts and press Scan QR Code for Wiper Blade Replacement Video FLUSHING FOAM REPLACEMENT When a warning message appears on the display, start the replacement process From the Menu select:... - Page 21 CAP FOAM REPLACEMENT When a warning message appears on the display, start the replacement process From the Menu select: > Maintenance > Maintenance part Clean/Replace > Replace Maintenance Unit Parts and press Scan QR Code for Cap Foam Replacement Video CARRIAGE FOAM REPLACEMENT When a warning message appears on the display, start the replacement process From the Menu select:...
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Page 22: Maintenance Kits
INKS & CONSUMABLES *Part numbers subject to change. Visit the Brother Partner Portal for current part numbers. Product Description Product Code Price/Unit Cyan Ink 9L Bulk Container BGCX60C009L0132 Magenta Ink 9L Bulk Container BGCX60M009L0132 Yellow Ink 9L Bulk Container BGCX60Y009L0132... - Page 23 GTX600 Maintenance Videos Scan QR Code for GTX600 Maintenance Videos Showcase BROTHER ACADEMY & SUPPORT Get access to Brother Academy, an online resource for training new employees, learning new application techniques, and maintaining DTG equipment. If you still need technical support with your GTX600, submit a support ticket at ProductionDTG.
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