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1. TSCA Section 12 b Export Notification This product can contain None above the deminimus value State Regulations DIJO1334 DuPont Artistri Page 10 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK State Right To Know Warning This product may contain substances known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm European Union Regulations EU Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or are exempt from listing on the EINECS chemical inventory Transport Information This product is not classified as dangerous within the meaning of transport regulations Labeling This product does not need to be labeled in accordance with EC Directive 1999 45 EC Switzerland Switzerland VOC Regulations Ordinance 814 018 Verordnung Uber die Lenkungsabgabe auf fluchtigen organischen Verbindungen as of 28 December 2000 This product is exempt from Swiss VOC regulations 16 OTHER INFORMATION HMIS Rating Health 1 Flammability 1 Reactivity The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process MSDS Contact Information Global Product Stewardship and Regulatory Affairs DuPont Imaging Technologies DuPont Electronic and Communication Technologies Barley Mill Plaza Wilmington DE U S A 1 30
2. 12 13 14 15 Carefully remove the ball and spring a y Y ne 5 Clean the valve ball and spring with a small portion of cleaning solution Let them air dry Be sure to not lose any of these components as they are vital for the proper functioning of the cartridge Now remove the remaining ink from inside the cartridge For proper ink flow please remove the rubber seal After the remaining ink has been removed run distilled water through the cartridge so that all the ink route in the cartridge can get clean After the cartridge is clean leave it to air dry Once all the components have dried they may be reassembled Begin by reinserting the spring Place the small ball on top of the spring Install the rubber valve with the conical indention facing out of the cartridge Make sure that the ball stays on top of the spring and the rubber valve is fully inserted Slide the plastic cover back into place Fill the cartridges with fresh ink and reinsert the rubber seal Insert the cartridges back into the printer Maintenance Ink Cartridges The Melco G3 uses refillable 160ml cartridges These cartridges will need to be filled with the appropriate ink prior to inserting them into the printer In this section you will find information on the following Filling the Ink Cartridges Do not refill the cartridges while they are inserted into the printer First remove them from the printer and then proceed with the
3. 4 FIRST AID MEASURES First Aid INHALATION If inhaled remove to fresh air If not breathing give artificial respiration If breathing is difficult give oxygen Call a physician SKIN CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing Consult a physician Wash contaminated clothing before reuse EYE CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes Call a physician INGESTION Ingestion is not an expected route of exposure during normal use of the product If ingested consult a physician 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Flammable Properties Flash Point gt 93 3 C gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL Not Available UEL Not Available Autoignition Temperature Not Available Product is a nonflammable water based solution DIJO1336 DuPont Artistri Page 5 of 10 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5400 BLACK PIGMENT INK Hazardous combustion products gases vapors produced in fire can include carbon monoxide carbon dioxide nitrogen oxides and smoke Extinguishing Media Use media appropriate for surrounding material Fire Fighting Instructions This product is not flammable Use normal firefighting procedures for the area 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Safeguards Personnel NOTE Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURE
4. Melco G3 User Manual Melco G3 User Manual Rev A Release 052013 O Copyright 2013 by Melco Melco Patents US 2010 0180809 US 2009 0030656 US 7 308 333 US 7 513 202 US 6 983 192 US 6 871 605 US D474 785 S US 6 732 668 US 6 736 077 US 6 823 807 CH 693569 A5 US 6 445 970 more patents pending Table of Contents Nod dida 9 PIE PEI MN lO nes 11 Al PP i 13 Choosing a Place for the Printer oooncncccccccccnncccnnoncononononnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnonnncnnnnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnrnnnnnnnnnrnnnnnnnanennnoss 18 o 13 Usmo ne PME Goes ops RR te heeds a ad Saal nai a ERRO NE A EPE E SC RREO ME DR RR 15 Printer OVERVIEW amp COn Salio 17 A O caae asap aE iesteeoucine ee 17 PHMTEMIGOMUOW PANG Me angus ariana a A S 18 Table ONT OU Ai lid aro 19 A enidcuudi ace nino dEUS a uit ia OL eua da LO eatin 21 PAT CUTS QUO secret rss alo coto 21 Unpackino ne PIME a2 a EE O A eet E Da cence O e ia a tee tale 22 Removing NE SNI TAO FUE nido islas 24 Leveling the Printer accio 25 AS AP AP ene ee 27 Al A ERR E 27 lOM CARMADES nan A E 27 Inserting the Ink Canadges Mothe Rrinte esris bea a a ie N 29 REMOVING IAK CANAJ ES o do o 30 cotas 4 o A E ee ete A ee 31 NIGER SR N ene 39 Clearing the Non Genuine Message sisi ii 30 CS ONIS GUNA the PRN CR saz tte senate ck o e o dd A e Ds la 37 gabe OMAN tino roo anne ern en Toe Meee eer 37 A A a PP O E UU a ete staan 37 SANNE OPNS Past dde tdo liada 39 initial Powering Wp OF thie Printer a ce
5. POLYMERS PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr MELAMINE PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr BLUE PIGMENT PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr 5 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist respirable fraction 15 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist total dust 10 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist None Established gt 17 000 mg kg supplier gt 4 9 mg liter Supplier None Established None Established None Established gt 3 200 mg kg Supplier gt 20 mL kg supplier No data available None Established None Established None Established No data available No data available None Established None Established None Established gt 5 000 mg kg Supplier gt 20 mg L Supplier None Established None Established None Established gt 5 000 mg kg Supplier No data available COPPER AS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE PIGMENT MOLECULE PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr 5 mg m Particulates not otherwise regulated respirable fraction 15 mg m Particulates not otherwise regulated total dust 3 mg m Particulates not otherwise specified respirable 10 mg m Particulates not otherwise specified inhalable None Established No data available No data availab
6. Protective equipment Personal protective equipment should be worn to prevent contact with eyes skin or clothing Respiratory protection When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators Hand protection The breakthrough time of gloves is unknown for the product itself The glove material given is recommended on basis of the substances in the preparation Glove material Glove thickness Break through time Nitrile rubber 0 33 mm 60 min The protective glove should be checked in each case for their work specific suitability e g mechanical stability product compatibility and anti static properties When the intended use is for spray application a nitrile glove of the chemical resistance group 3 e g Dermatril R glove is to be used After contamination the glove has to be changed If immersing the hands into the product is not avoidable e g maintenance work a butyl or fluorocarbon rubber glove should be used When skin exposure may occur to materials specified in section 3 of this SDS advice should be sought from the glove supplier as to appropriate type to use with this product and the permeation breakthrough times Care should be taken when working with sharp edged articles as Copyright 2011 E I du Pont de Nemours and Company All rights reserved Copies may be made only for those using DuPont products 6000 4064 SAFETY DATA SHEET 6000 4064 v1 0 Revision Date 201
7. If the procedure is done properly you should see a completely black maintenance cartridge on the printer control display and it should read READY 123456789 amp If instead of the READY message the NON GENUINE message appears on the printer control display then follow the instructions to clear the NON GENUINE message below Clearing the Non Genuine Message 1 Read the first display screen and press the down arrow to proceed 123456789 w amp 1234567869 wh If the ink level icon of the maintenance tank remains blank NON GENUINE the user must always check visually the real ink level of the tank and empty it when needed 35 Connecting the Printer Cable Connections Power Supply 220V 240V socket Network Ethernet LAN connection socket USB connection socket used for printing USB connection socket used only for firmware update IN For countries with 110V power network the user must use a voltage converter 110V 220V Data Cable Use the USB cable to connect the machine to the computer To connect the printer to a USB port you need a standard shielded USB cable To print at full speed it is necessary to use an USB2 interface If you use an inappropriate cable or connect peripheral devices between the printer and the computer the connection may become unstable 3 Starting Up the Printer Before powering up the printer make sure that Wi All safety shipping fixtures have bee
8. Ink Jet Printing Ink Company Identification MANUFACTURER DISTRIBUTOR DuPont Ink Jet and Specialty Colorants DuPont Performance Coatings Barley Mill Plaza Wilmington DE USA PHONE NUMBERS Product Safety Health and Environmental Information 1 302 695 9682 8 a m 5 p m ET M F U S A Transport Emergency CHEMTREC 1 800 424 9300 24 hours U S A Medical Emergency 1 800 441 3637 24 hours U S A 2 COMPOSITION INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Components by weight Material CAS Number Water 7732 18 5 50 94 Aliphatic Alcohol ds 1 10 Ethylene Glycol 107 21 1 1 10 Polyglycol Ether e 1 10 Polymers oe 1 10 Melamine RE 1 5 Carbon Black Pigment 1333 86 4 1 5 Disclosure as a toxic chemical is required under Section 313 of Title Ill of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR part 372 Components Remarks The specific identity for each component not identified by a CAS Registry Number is withheld as a trade secret DIJO1336 DuPont Artistri Page 2 of 10 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5400 BLACK PIGMENT INK 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Potential Health Effects THIS PRODUCT CAN BE USED SAFELY WHEN USED AS DIRECTED AND WHEN APPLICABLE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE FOLLOWED POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS FROM PRODUCT Potential routes of overexposure to this product are skin contact eye contact and inhalation of vapor Ingestion is not expected to be a significant
9. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health U S A National Occupational Health and Safety Commission Worksafe Australia Not Otherwise Specified National Toxicology Program U S A Occupational Exposure Limit Occupational Safety and Health Administration U S A Permissible Exposure Limit Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances NIOSH Short Term Exposure Limit Threshold Limit Value Toxic Substances Control Act U S A Time weighted Average Upper Explosive Limit or Upper Flammable Limit United States of America Volatile Organic Compound s Workplace Environmental Exposure Level End of MSDS 6000 4064 SAFETY DATA SHEET 6000 4064 v1 0 Revision Date 2012 07 09 according to 1907 2006 EC as amended by 453 2010 EC Print Date 2012 07 09 en EU Page 1 8 Section 1 Identification of the substance mixture and of the company undertaking 1 1 Product identifier Product name ARTISTRI F700 CLEANING SOLUTION Product code 6000 4064 1 2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Identified uses The product is only for industrial and or professional use not for any private consumer use 1 3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Company Undertaking Identification Producer Supplier DuPont Digital Printing Street Box Barley Mill Plaza Nat Code Postal code City US Wilmington DE Product Information Telephone 1 302 695 9682 Information on SDS Respo
10. Occupational Exposure Limit Occupational Safety and Health Administration U S A Permissible Exposure Limit Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances NIOSH Short Term Exposure Limit Threshold Limit Value Toxic Substances Control Act U S A Time weighted Average Upper Explosive Limit or Upper Flammable Limit United States of America Volatile Organic Compound s Workplace Environmental Exposure Level End of MSDS DIJO 1321 DuPont Artistri Revised 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5910 WHITE PIGMENT INK MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product Name ARTISTRI P5910 WHITE PIGMENT INK Product Use Ink Jet Printing Ink Company Identification MANUFACTURER DISTRIBUTOR DuPont Digital Printing DuPont ImagingTechnologies Barley Mill Plaza Wilmington DE USA PHONE NUMBERS Product Safety Health and Page 1 of 10 Environmental Information 1 302 695 9682 8 a m 5 p m ET M F U S A Transport Emergency CHEMTREC 1 800 424 9300 24 hours U S A Medical Emergency 1 800 441 3637 24 hours U S A 2 COMPOSITION INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Components by weight Material CAS Number Water 7732 18 5 Ethylene Glycol 107 21 1 Humectant Titanium Dioxide Pigment 13463 67 7 Polymer K Yo 49 79 10 20 1 10 5 15 5 15 Disclosure as a toxic chemical is required under Section 313 of Title Ill of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthori
11. or skin contact the primary routes of occupational exposure had minimal or essentially no effect on the fetus Reproductive Effects Ingestion of large amounts of ethylene glycol has been shown to interfere with reproduction in animals Specifically growth retardation and decreased litter size in rats and mice and mating frequency in mice were observed HUMECTANT Eye Contact May cause slight transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Skin Contact Prolonged or repeated exposure not likely to cause significant skin irritation A single prolonged exposure is not likely to result in the material being absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts Inhalation At room temperature vapors are minimal due to physical properties If heated or sprayed as an aerosol airborne material may cause upper respiratory irritation Ingestion Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be extremely low Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury swallowing amount larger than that may cause injury Signs and symptoms of excessive exposure may be central nervous system effects and increased blood sugar levels Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Repeated excessive exposure may cause increased fat levels in blood Observations in animals include kidney liver and gastrointestinal effects with very large oral doses Cancer Information Did not cause cancer in long term a
12. rat inhalation 4 hr MELAMINE PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr RED PIGMENT PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr None Established gt 17 000 mg kg supplier gt 4 9 mg liter Supplier None Established None Established None Established No data available No data available None Established None Established None Established gt 5 000 mg kg Supplier gt 20 mg L Supplier None Established None Established None Established gt 2 000 mg kg Supplier No data available TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LDso rabbit dermal LCso rat inhalation 4 hr None Established None Established None Established 5 300 mg kg RTECS 3 540 uL kg RTECS No data available AEL is DuPont s Acceptable Exposure Limit Where governmentally imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL are in effect such limits shall take precedence PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Physical Data DIJO1334 DuPont Artistri Page 8 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK Form Liquid Color Magenta Red Odor Slight Solubility in Water Miscible pH About 8 Specific Gravity About 1 Other Information Flash Point gt 93 3 C
13. 9 Startup The daily startup procedure should take little more than a few minutes If the printer has been powered up and the nozzle check looks good this step is complete Wait for ready Wait until the message in the printer display shows Ready The status LED on the table display will stop flashing and remain constantly on Select and Load a Garment Move the table to the load position by pressing the Eject Load the garment onto the table Ensure that the garment lays flat on the table and is devoid of wrinkles e Pretreatment Pretreatment will be required for dark garments needing white ink Adjust the Table Height Press the Auto button to automatically adjust the table height for the loaded media If the adjustment is not enough and the limit LED continues to light press the Down button until the limit LED quits lighting Once the table height is adjusted for a style of garment it shouldn t need to be adjusted until the style is changed Send the Table to the Print Position Press the Home button or the green button to send the table to the print position Ready to Print When the printer shows the Ready message on the printer display you are ready to print Send the Design to the Printer Remove the Garment Heat Press Cure the inks using a heat press 10 Shut down the printer when finished for the day 55 Printed Documentation Shaking the White Ink Cartridges E
14. A a aneateeoas 93 Printed Documentation Large T shirt Table 22600 Mini e do Did ole ies ene ali 97 ASIAN TUC HONS rro ici orbita SS 97 Rolo Table 2 0 Mt adas 99 nStala tios TUCIOAS a ss 99 Small Fable 2032 Mute 103 Installation TUCU i a a manbtnnetapenbacnds 103 Sleeve Pablo TOA CM RR lb 105 IMSTAM ATOMS UIC TIONS a tii ido 105 TIOUBIESNCONNO disso mes teres tc etc meee tr aire A 107 Made PROD IC Sans o ne Ra ee el EO a ee o 107 BANANA nd e a cl o 107 Banding Mundial ld o e la a 108 White Edges Appear on Color er basis tidad lidia 109 White speckles show through color print when printing on dark material 110 Colors MOL VIVIA on LIGHT SI as ti io dias 111 COlors NOLVIvIa on Dark Slade aio 112 Paint Qualy omudged aspira bitte e e teed cts 113 Colors Dleed together on cade rindas 114 Print image is blurry hazy or SKEWE csececcccccseseeeeeceeeeeeeeccaeeeeeesseeaeeeeeseeaueeeeesseaeeeeessaaeeeeeesseaees 115 Edges or Print are DIXCIGICA a ba ad A 116 Colors printed are not what was expected different color than what was on monitor 117 Faded print beto and atter washinNgeasnit siian o e ao SN 118 Colors printed look dull atter heat Pres Sisenna a a a e a i S 119 ESUES COV CSO AA A A ea 119 Error Codes and Flashing Lilas siii 120 REPLACE INK CART RIDGE SUN a ad a RS act 120 Lights are flashing on the control panel lia aiaa aes 120 NO MAINTENANCE CART but the maintenance tank is installed 1
15. AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCs rat inhalation 4 hr ALIPHATIC ALCOHOL PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr ETHYLENE GLYCOL PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont IEL 2000 39 EC LDso rat oral LDso rabbit dermal LCso rat inhalation 4 hr None Established gt 90 mL kg RTECS No data available None Established None Established None Established gt 5 000 mg kg Supplier No data available None Established Ceiling 100 mg m aerosol 50 ppm 8 Hr TWA vapor 52 mg m 20 ppm skin STEL 104 mg m 40 ppm 4 700 mg kg RTECS 9 530 uL kg RTECS gt 200 mg m RTECS DIJO1335 DuPont Artistri Page 7 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK HUMECTANT PEL OSHA 5 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist respirable fraction 15 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist total dust TLV ACGIH 10 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr POLYGLYCOL ETHER PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LDso rabbit dermal LCso rat inhalation 4 hr None Established gt 17 000 mg kg supplier gt 4 9 mg liter Supplier None Established None Established None Established gt 3 200 mg kg Supplier gt 20 mL kg supplier No data available POLYMERS PEL OSHA None Established TLV ACGIH None
16. Established AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr None Established No data available No data available MELAMINE PEL OSHA None Established TLV ACGIH None Established AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr YELLOW PIGMENT PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr None Established gt 5 000 mg kg Supplier gt 20 mg L supplier None Established None Established None Established gt 5 000 mg kg Supplier No data available AEL is DuPont s Acceptable Exposure Limit Where governmentally imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL are in effect such limits shall take precedence 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Physical Data Form Liquid Color Yellow Odor Slight DIJO1335 DuPont Artistri Page 8 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK Solubility in Water Miscible pH About 8 Specific Gravity About 1 Other Information Flash Point gt 93 3 C gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL Not Available UEL Not Available Autoignition Temperature Not Available 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions Incompatibility with Other Materials None reasonably foreseeable Decomposition Decom
17. Eye Contact May cause slight eye irritation Skin Contact May cause slight skin irritation Not expected to be absorbed through the Skin Inhalation Breathing of spray or mist may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract Ingestion This material has a low order of acute oral toxicity based on animal data ETHYLENE GLYCOL Eye Contact May cause slight transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Vapors or mists may cause eye irritation Skin Contact Essentially nonirritating to skin Repeated skin exposure to large quantities may result in absorption of harmful amounts Inhalation At room temperature exposure to vapors are minimal due to physical properties higher temperatures may generate vapor levels sufficient to cause adverse effects DIJO1333 DuPont Artistri Page 3 of 12 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink Ingestion Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be moderate Excessive exposure may cause central nervous system effects cardiopulmonary effects metabolic acidosis and kidney failure Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury however swallowing amounts larger than that may cause serious injury even death Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Excessive exposure may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract Observations in animals include kidney and lever effects and deposition of calciu
18. Hazardous combustion products gases vapors produced in fire can include carbon monoxide carbon dioxide and smoke Extinguishing Media Use media appropriate for surrounding material DIJO1321 DuPont Artistri Page 5 of 10 Revised 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5910 WHITE PIGMENT INK Fire Fighting Instructions This product is not flammable Use normal firefighting procedures for the area 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Safeguards Personnel NOTE Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING PERSONNEL sections before proceeding with clean up Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean up Initial Containment Dike spill Spill Clean Up Soak up with absorbent material 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Personnel Avoid contact with eyes skin or clothing 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS PERSONAL PROTECTION Personal Protective Equipment EYE FACE PROTECTION Wear safety glasses Wear coverall chemical splash goggles and face shield when the possibility exists for eye and face contact due to splashing or spraying of the material RESPIRATORS Respirators are not needed for normal use PROTECTIVE CLOTHING If there is potential for significant dermal contact wear appropriate impervious clothing and gloves DIJ01321 DuPont Artistri Page 6 of 10 Revised 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5910 WHITE PIGMENT INK Applicable Exposure Limits and Exposure Data W
19. INFORMATION HMIS Rating Health 2 Flammability 0 Reactivity 0 The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process MSDS Contact Information Global Product Stewardship and Regulatory Affairs DuPont Ink Jet and Specialty Colorants DuPont Performance Coatings Barley Mill Plaza Wilmington DE U S A 1 302 695 9682 U S A Revision History July 15 2008 New MSDS Key ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists AEL Acceptable Exposure Limit DuPont Cmpds Compounds DOT Department of Transportation U S A ET Eastern Time U S A EU European Union HMIS Hazardous Material Information System National Paint and Coatings Association IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer IATA International Air Transport Association ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization DIJ01332 July 15 2008 IEL IMDG IMO LEL or LFL M F NA NIOSH NOHSC NOS NTP OEL OSHA PEL RTECS STEL TLV TSCA TWA UEL or UFL U S A VOC WEEL DuPont Artistri Page 9 of 9 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5001 PIGMENT PRETREATMENT SOLUTION Indicative Exposure Limit EU Directive 2000 39 EC International Maritime Dangerous Goods International Maritime Organization Lower Explosive Limit or Lower Flammable Limit Monday through Friday North America
20. Ink in the nozzle opening has dried out from exposure to air for an extended period e Perform head cleans until a decent nozzle check is achieved e Perform a powerful cleaning cycle and check for a decent nozzle check e A serious or permanent clog of the print head may require replacing the print head Please contact Melco Tech I The print head was damaged by crashing into an obstruction e Order a replacement print head and contact Melco Tech Possible Solutions I Perform the daily weekly and monthly maintenance procedures as described Wi Perform head cleans and nozzle checks before printing on garments mi Pretreated fabric must not contact the print head as the pretreatment will react with the print head surface and potentially block nozzles Should contact occur clean the print head immediately with alcohol 123 Printed Documentation Load Paper On the table control panel display appears preparation error 0020 Possible Causes and Solutions Wi The preparation to print couldn t start correctly e This message may appear after the printer has printed the white layer and before the CMYK layer To bypass press Shift F1 The print job does not get lost and the garment is not damaged It has been noted that if the maintenance tank is over 50 full this may happen more frequently To prevent empty and reset the maintenance tank more often Cancelling a print job Possible Causes and Solutions Immediate stop to
21. JPEG BMP Raster PNG Raster GIF Raster EPS Vector but can have embedded raster elements Al Vector PSD Raster but can contain vector elements 54 Yes No No Yes Yes special Yes Yes Yes Transparency Layer Support Yes No No No No Limited only supported by some software Yes Yes Pros Cons Pros High quality images with little compression and smooth transitions of color Cons Can be extremely large file size Pros Delectable quality and smaller file size Cons Can contain artifacts small funny bits of color from compression Cons Can be larger in file size Pros Versatile file with large range of colors smaller file size ability for levels of transparency Cons Pros Small file size Good for flat color and text Cons Only on level of transparency Smaller range of colors requires dithering to create illusion of more colors Lower quality images Pros Slightly more universal vector format Cons Can be larger file size Pros Vector format that can contain layers and text elements Cons Can be software specific Pros High quality with layers and text and some vector capabilities Cons Software specific file and large size Printing Process Below is a printing process quick reference guide Each of the below topics that require more explanation will be expounded upon in later sections of this document 1 7 8
22. Lights REPLACE INK CARTRIDGE SOON Possible Causes Wi The maintenance tank needs to be reset Possible Solutions Wi Reset maintenance tank according to the instructions in the maintenance tank section Possible Prevention Wi Do not let the maintenance tank fall below 50 Lights are flashing on the control panel Possible Causes Wi Green lights flashing mean that the printer is receiving data charging ink or cleaning the print head This is a normal function Wi Red lights flashing mean that the printer has encountered a fatal operation Possible Solutions Wi Power down the printer Count to ten Power the printer up again If the problem persists see the section on startup issues NO MAINTENANCE CART but the maintenance tank is installed 123456789 Possible Causes Wi The table is in the loading position This is a normal function Possible Solutions Wi The message will clear with the table is moved to the print position 120 Transporting The Printer Printing Problems When printing the print head moves but no ink sprays out Possible Causes and Solutions Wi The printer needs a head cleaning e Perform a head cleaning and nozzle check e Perform a powerful cleaning cycle and a nozzle check Wi The dampers are faulty or expired e Order replacement dampers and contact Melco Tech Wi Capping station is clogged e The capping station may need cleaning e Ifthe print head did not
23. Vapour pressure 0 0 hPa Vapour density no data available Relative density 1 g cm 20 C DIN 53217 ISO 2811 Solubility ies Water solubility completely miscible Solubility in other solvents miscible with most organic solvents Listed in Section 3 Composition information on ingredients Partition coefficient This product is a mixture For ingredient details see n octanol water section 12 Autoignition temperature 201 C DIN 51794 based on organic solvent content Decomposition temperature This product is a mixture For further information see section 10 Viscosity 23 C 20s ISO 2431 1993 6 mm Explosive properties Not explosive Oxidizing properties not oxidizing 9 2 Other data Solvent separation test lt 3 ADR RID Content of volatile components 99 6 Basis Vapour pressure gt 0 01 kPa including water organic solvent content 10 0 Basis Vapour pressure gt 0 01 kPa Section 10 Stability and reactivity Copyright 2011 E I du Pont de Nemours and Company All rights reserved Copies may be made only for those using DuPont products 6000 4064 SAFETY DATA SHEET 6000 4064 v1 0 according to 1907 2006 EC as amended by 453 2010 EC ad e en EU Page 6 8 10 1 Reactivity Keep away from oxidising agents strongly alkaline and strongly acid materials in order to avoid exothermic reactions 10 2 Chemical stability The product is chemically stable 10 3 Possibility of hazardous reactions No dangerous reaction known
24. and forth to remove any dirt or ink Repeat the cleaning until no dirt or ink comes off onto the cloth Slide the print head toward the center of the machine and clean the strip on the left side of the machine 6 Carefully clean around the print head The surface around the print head will collect dried ink and must be cleaned for proper operation a b C To clean the print head start with it near the middle of the machine Slide the table to the back of the machine to allow for easier access Using a cleaning applicator dipped in cleaning solution from step 2 above clean around the nozzle plate Be very careful to clean only the area around the nozzle plate The shiny area that looks like a mirror should not be touched or scratched Jl O aa Clean only the area highlighted with green in the image The area with the red X is the nozzle plate and must be avoided The ramp to the right side of the nozzle plate should also be cleaned 1 Printed Documentation 7 Clean the carriage rail a Locate the carriage rail It is the metal rail running horizontally through the printer It is the rail that the print head rides along b Clean the rail using a soft lint free cloth and a solution of 50 isopropyl alcohol and 50 distilled water You will need to slide the print head out of the way to clean the entire rail 8 Once finished with cleaning manually slide the print head to th
25. as 100 cotton hemp or bamboo fibers Water based textile pigment CMYK 4xWhite Refillable and auto resettable cartridge Windows 8 7 Vista XP 32 64 bit USB 2 0 Ethernet 10 100 Temperature 50 95 F 10 35 C Relative humidity 40 80 non condensing Specifications are for the printer only Inks and pretreatment specification may vary Please see ink or pretreatment guidelines for more information 11 Safety Instructions Read these instructions carefully before operating the equipment Please follow the instructions given in this document or directly on the products to prevent damage to the equipment or your health Choosing a Place for the Printer Carry the printer using two or more people Don t lift the product from the side covers Place this product on a flat stable surface The surface should be at least 26 x 24 66 x 61 cm This product will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle The printer must only be used indoor Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity Also keep this product away from direct sunlight strong light or heat sources Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations Keep this product away from dusty areas If you use a stand the stand must be at least 26 x 24 66 x 61 cm and able to support 275 Ib 125 kg Operate the machine in an environment with a temperature range of 50 95 F 10 35 C The relative humidity must be
26. cease to function it can be replaced using the following steps 1 Detach the removable part on the top of the refillable cartridge that holds the Auto Reset Chip ARC using an object with a sharp edge The auto reset chip resets itself The user only has to release the cartridge via the release button and then put it back inside The respective icon on the display showing the ink level should be full White ink cartridges should be vigorously shaken for 3 5 seconds before use and weekly 85 Printed Documentation Maintenance Tank The maintenance tank must be reset before the ink level drops below 20 It is recommended to reset the tank after the ink level drops below 50 Before resetting it empty the maintenance tank of all remaining ink 1 Remove the maintenance tank a Open the maintenance tank cover 2 Empty and properly dispose of the remaining ink from the maintenance tank Make sure to not get ink on the maintenance tank chip 3 Reset the maintenance tank chip a Position the resetter on the maintenance tank chip so that the pins will align with the gold contacts of the chip b At first contact with the maintenance tank chip the LED light of the resetter should blink red Firmly press the pins of the re setter against the chip gold contacts until the LED on the re setter blinks red and then changes to solid green 86 10 Maintenance While the maintenance tank is NOT installed eject th
27. charge not take place upon powering up the printer To perform a power clean 1 Press the menu button right arrow Menu AA A Abn 2 Scroll down to Maintenance and press the right arrow to continue 12314567060 wh 3 Scroll down to Power Cleaning and press the right arrow to continue 123450788 4 4 Press the enter key to select the Execute option 123450788 di 91 Table Options The MelcoJet G2 has optional tables that can be changed out to provide a different print area and garment accessibility than the standard platen The installation instructions for each of the table options are in the following topics When shipped the tables may be covered in a protective film This film should be removed before use Most of the images in this section show the tables with the protective film For any questions please contact Melco Technical Support at 1 800 799 8313 Universal Table Tools needed for installation Wi 2 5mm Metric Hex Driver Wi 3mm Metric Hex Driver Needed Paris Wi T Shirt Table Universal Wi Four 4 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws Installation Instructions 1 Remove the Standard Frame Table from the machine 93 Printed Documentation a Loosen and remove the hardware 4 screws at each corner of the table using the 3mm Metric Hex Driver b Remove the Standard Frame Table and store it in a secure location 2 Remove the Rear Long Table Interface Bracket usi
28. creating a less than quality printed image to the naked eye This is why prints on paper can appear so photo realistic while a print on a wool blanket would not retain the same level of crisp clarity that the same print would on a smooth surface piece of paper This is due to the nature of the material itself and it s overall surface properties when ink sits on top of it and drys In addition to the indentations in fabric the valleys and gaps due to the weave of the fabric it is also possible that the fuzz from the textile itself may sit on top of the garment creating little mountains of fuzz This can create that same distorted effect when printing 59 Printed Documentation Pretreatment The purpose of pretreatment is to create a flat smooth surface on your garment so that ink can be applied to and adhere to the garment Being made of a different composition than the color inks white ink requires pretreatment to stay on the surface of the material The key to pretreatment is I Apply an evenly distributed amount of pre treatment solution using an synthetic roller Wi Use the pretreatment and roller to flatten and smooth the surface of the garment Wi Roll in one direction preferably with the grain of the fabric to ensure no textile fuzz or imperfections in the weave of the fabric stick up Pretreatment Technique Pretreatment is generally used in dark garment printing The color of the material that you are printing on will impact t
29. gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL Not Available UEL Not Available Autoignition Temperature Not Available 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions Incompatibility with Other Materials None reasonably foreseeable Decomposition Decomposition does not occur during normal use Polymerization Polymerization will not occur 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Animal Data No data available for product 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION DIJO1334 DuPont Artistri Page 9 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK Ecotoxicological Information No data available for product 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste Disposal DO NOT DISCARD INTO ANY SEWERS INTO ANY BODY OF WATER OR ON THE GROUND Treatment storage transportation and disposal must be in accordance with applicable Federal State Provincial and Local laws and regulations 14 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive DOT Domestic Surface U S A Not regulated ICAO IATA Air Not regulated IMO IMDG Ocean Not regulated 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive selected regulations represented U S Regulations Federal Regulations TSCA Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or exempt from listing on the TSCA 8 b chemical inventory
30. initial ink charge perform a nozzle check to confirm that all the ink channels were filled correctly See the nozzle check section of this document for instructions If the automatic ink charge is not initiated after start up you must manually charge the inks by completing at least 3 power cleans from the printer control panel After the power cleans perform a nozzle check If the nozzle check is not perfect perform one or two more power cleans until the nozzle check is perfect For reference see the nozzle check and power clean sections 58 Garment Care Instructions Selecting a Garment Selection of a garment is mostly a matter of personal preference However it is important to keep in mind that you will be printing with water based inks This means that the garment must be able to absorb water WI We recommend garments made with natural fibers WI Water sealed garments that have received a treatment with water repelling liquids will produce poor results This is because the garment must be able to absorb the ink allowing the ink to seep into the fabric itself Water repellent or treated garments do not take ink well Wi Old garments that have been worn multiple times and washed multiple times prior to printing may also yield poor results because the textile itself may have deteriorated due to use as well as residues from detergent and fabric softeners Wi Itis important to remember that while printing on textiles the condition of th
31. inside 8 After the head cleaning has finished the printer display will read Ready 9 The printer may now be powered down Do not leave the print head off of the capping station longer than 15 minutes There is a danger if that time should be exceeded that the print head may dry out 12 Maintenance Weekly Maintenance This maintenance should be performed once per week ideally at the end of the work week or whenever the printer will be left for few days This maintenance would follow the daily maintenance 1 Power down and unplug the printer 2 Pour a bit of cleaning solution into a small container This will be used with a swab to clean the wiper and capping station This will prevent the contamination of the larger container of cleaning fluid 3 Open the printer cover and prepare to slide the print head to the left You will release the print head in the following steps 4 Locate the maintenance cover window on the right side of the printer Slide it to the left and open 5 Press the gear slightly in and rotate counter clockwise As you rotate the gear apply slight pressure to the print head with the intent of sliding it to the left Continue to rotate the gear until the print head is freed and slide it to the left 6 Move the print head by had to the far left side of the printer This will allow you free access to the capping station and the wiper 73 Printed Documentation 7 Continue to rotat
32. molecule 7440 50 8 Yo 40 93 1 10 1 10 1 10 1 10 1 10 1 5 1 5 lt 0 5 Disclosure as a toxic chemical is required under Section 313 of Title Ill of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR part 372 Components Remarks The specific identity for each component not identified by a CAS Registry Number is withheld as a trade secret DIJO1333 DuPont Artistri Page 2 of 12 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Potential Health Effects THIS PRODUCT CAN BE USED SAFELY WHEN USED AS DIRECTED AND WHEN APPLICABLE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE FOLLOWED POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS FROM PRODUCT Potential routes of overexposure to this product are skin contact eye contact and inhalation of vapor Ingestion is not expected to be a significant route of exposure for this product under normal use conditions There is no toxicity data available for this specific formulation Any potential hazards are presumed to be due to exposure to the components ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS Since this mixture has not been tested as a whole to determine the hazards by all routes of exposure information is provided for each hazardous component of the mixture to meet requirements of OSHA s Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910 1200 The effects noted occur from exposure to the pure component unless otherwise noted INFORMATION FOR COMPONENTS ALIPHATIC ALCOHOL
33. or spraying of the material RESPIRATORS Respirators are not needed for normal use PROTECTIVE CLOTHING If there is potential for significant dermal contact wear appropriate impervious clothing and gloves Applicable Exposure Limits and Exposure Data WATER PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr ALIPHATIC ALCOHOL PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr ETHYLENE GLYCOL PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont IEL 2000 39 EC LDso rat oral LDso rabbit dermal LCso rat inhalation 4 hr None Established None Established None Established gt 90 mL kg RTECS No data available None Established None Established None Established gt 5 000 mg kg Supplier No data available None Established Ceiling 100 mg m aerosol 50 ppm 8 Hr TWA vapor 52 mg m 20 ppm skin STEL 104 mg m 40 ppm 4 700 mg kg RTECS 9 530 uL kg RTECS gt 200 mg m RTECS DIJO1334 DuPont Artistri Page 7 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK HUMECTANT PEL OSHA 5 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist respirable fraction 15 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist total dust TLV ACGIH 10 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr POLYMERS PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso
34. seat properly all of the nozzles may be clogged Contact Melco Tech Wi No ink is flowing from the cartridge e Avacuum can be created in the ink cartridge Contact Melco Tech or replace with a new cartridge WI The ribbon cable to the print head is burnt or not connected e This can happen if you replaced a print head and did not ensure that the cable was properly attached Wi Main board is bad e There is a chance that the main board is bad or has a defect Contact Melco Tech The printer is not responding to a print job Possible Causes and Solutions Wi The printer is not ready to print the job e Check for the ready message at the printer display Wi There is a connection problem e Check the USB connection Remove the cable and reinsert it Wi There is a communication error between the printer and computer e Restart the printer and the computer to ensure that all pending jobs have been deleted Possible Solutions Wi Use shorter SB cables and avoid switches or hubs with large traffic loads Wi Properly cancel print jobs without leaving jobs in the spooler 121 Printed Documentation The print head is leaking ink Possible Causes and Solutions wf wf The print head was damaged by crashing into an obstruction e Order a replacement print head and contact Melco Tech The capping station is dirty e Thoroughly clean the capping station This will prevent buildup on the capping station and the print head To
35. skin Repeated skin exposure to large quantities may result in absorption of harmful amounts Inhalation At room temperature exposure to vapors are minimal due to physical properties higher temperatures may generate vapor levels sufficient to cause adverse effects Ingestion Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be moderate Excessive exposure may cause central nervous system effects cardiopulmonary effects metabolic acidosis and kidney failure Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury however swallowing amounts larger than that may cause serious injury even death Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Excessive exposure may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract Observations in animals include kidney and lever effects and deposition of calcium salts in various tissues after long term dietary intake of ethylene glycol Cancer Information Ethylene glycol did not cause cancer in long term animal studies DIJO1321 DuPont Artistri Page 3 of 10 Revised 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5910 WHITE PIGMENT INK Teratology Birth Defects Based on animal studies ingestion of very large amounts of ethylene glycol appears to be the major and possibly only route of exposure to produce birth defects Exposures by inhalation tested nose only in animals to prevent ingestion or skin contact the primary routes of occupational exposure had minima
36. starting up the printer Remove the orange plug from the air inlet on the cartridges before placing it in to the printer slot After filling the cartridges with ink always put the color plug back into the cartridge hole Ensure to fill the correct color into the ink cartridges and the correct ink amount not higher or lower than the cartridge ink limits Do not connect the printer with the USB cable to the computer before installing the Epson 3880 printer driver Safety Instructions Using the Printer Always disconnect the printer from the power source while performing any maintenance or repair procedures No work should be performed on the unit by persons unfamiliar with basic safety measures for electronics and mechanics Always keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children When handling inks make sure to wear gloves Avoid skin and eye contact with inks If ink does get on your skin wash it thoroughly with soap and water If it gets on your eyes flush them out immediately with water Wear glasses and gloves when splashing or spraying the pre treatment on the material Do not let the power cord be damaged Observe all relevant local National and International regulations in connection with safety and this machine This includes electrical mechanical and environmental issues Follow the advised schedule for maintenance to guarantee smooth operation of the equipment During maintenance don t let the print head for long
37. the ink level drops below 50 Before resetting it empty the maintenance tank of all remaining ink 1 Remove the maintenance tank a Open the maintenance tank cover b Lift up slightly and pull the maintenance tank forward and out of the machine 2 Empty and properly dispose of the remaining ink from the maintenance tank Make sure to not get ink on the maintenance tank chip 3 Reset the maintenance tank chip a Position the resetter on the maintenance tank chip so that the pins will align with the gold contacis of the chip 33 Printed Documentation 8 9 34 b At first contact with the maintenance tank chip the LED light of the resetter should blink red Firmly press the pins of the re setter against the chip gold contacts until the LED on the re setter blinks red and then changes to solid green lt Pe While the maintenance tank is NOT installed eject the table by pressing the eject button on the table control panel Press the home button to move the table back to the home position The printer control display should state INSTALL MAINTENANCE CARTRIDGE 123456789 amp Insert the maintenance tank into the printer and close the maintenance tank cover While the maintenance tank is NOT installed eject the table by pressing the eject button on the table control panel Press the home button to move the table back to the home position Maintenance Tank 10
38. time disconnected from the capping station Do not insert object through the slots Take care not to spill liquid on this product Always make sure that the print head has a sufficient distance from material you print on A direct contact between the print head and the printing media may destroy the print head Store the ink and ink cartridges in a clean dry area with temperatures between 50 and 86 F 10 30 C If you store the cartridge in a cold environment and are ready to use them set them at room temperature before you use them The maintenance tank must be reset before the ink level drops below 20 It is recommended to reset the tank after the ink level drops below 50 Do not dismantle the ink cartridges This could damage the print head Do not touch the IC chip on the cartridges Do not spill liquid on it This will affect the normal printing operations Printed Documentation If you remove the ink cartridges make sure to place them in a bag individually to keep them away from dust dirt and debris Do not attempt to service the printer yourself Do not modify the printer without prior consent of Melco Contact Melco Technical Support at 1 800 799 8313 or service melco com if you need help Wi The product should not be disposed into the normal household waste stream ll Do not discard the inks into any sewers into any body of water or on the ground We decline all responsibility of damages resul
39. under conditions of normal use 10 4 Conditions to avoid Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions see section 7 10 5 Incompatible materials to avoid not required under normal use 10 6 Hazardous decomposition products None known Section 11 Toxicological information 11 1 Information on toxicological effects General observations There is no data available on the product The preparation has been assessed following the conventional method of the Dangerous Preparations Directive 1999 45 EC and classified for toxicological hazards accordingly See sections 2 and 3 for details Practical experience Swallowing may cause nausea diarrhoea and vomiting Acute toxicity Acute inhalation toxicity EINECS No Chemical Name Species Type Expo Value Method sure time Polyalkyleneoxide modified rat LC50 4h 2 mg l heptamethyltrisiloxane Acute oral toxicity EINECS No Chemical Name Species Type Expo Value Method sure time 203 473 3 ethanediol rat LD50 gt 2 000 mg kg Section 12 Ecological information There are no data available on the product itself The product should not be allowed to enter drains or watercourses The data in this section is consistent with data from chemical safety reports available at the date of revision 12 1 Toxicity Aquatic toxicity Acute toxicity aquatic invertebrates Copyright 2011 E I du Pont de Nemours and Company All rights reserved Copies may be made only for those us
40. 110 Transporting The Printer Colors not vivid on Light Shirt Possible Causes E Inadequate amount of color ink output Wi Empty or near empty color ink cartridge Wi Air in the lines Possible Solutions E Change print quality setting in MelcoRIP to a higher dpi or change ink output E Fill empty or low ink cartridge s E Perform a nozzle check test print for evaluation of color ink output 111 Printed Documentation Colors not vivid on Dark Shirt Possible Causes Wi Inadequate amount of white ink output during under base printing Wi Inadequate amount of pretreatment solution Possible Solutions White Ink Layer settings in MelcoRIP Change print quality setting in MelcoRIP to a higher dpi or change ink output Perform a nozzle check test print for evaluation of color ink output Increase amount of pretreatment Aa El El 112 Transporting The Printer Print Quality Smudged Possible Causes Wi Table height set too high caused the Print Head to contact the material during printing this is called a Print head strike I Ink has built up on the print head guard and is dragging across the garment surface Possible Solutions Wi Verify adjust table height E Perform a nozzle check test print for evaluation of color ink output Wi Perform monthly maintenance lf a printhead strike can be confirmed and a nozzle check and or the end of day maintenance does not correct the problem we recommend you also soak the pr
41. 13 Disposal considerations 13 1 Waste treatment methods Dispose of in accordance with local regulations Product Recommendation A disposal process that converts the waste into energy is recommended If this is not possible the hazardous waste must be disposed of by incineration Waste Key Number Description 08 0111 waste paint and varnish containing organic solvents or other dangerous substances Uncleaned packaging Recommendation Properly emptied containers are to be scrap processed or reconditioned Improperly emptied containers are considered hazardous waste waste key number 150110 Copyright 2011 E I du Pont de Nemours and Company All rights reserved Copies may be made only for those using DuPont products 6000 4064 SAFETY DATA SHEET 6000 4064 v1 0 according to 1907 2006 EC as amended by 453 2010EC ReVision Date Be 7 08 en EU Page 8 8 Section 14 Transport information Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations ADR RID in accordance with nota 1 of chapter 2 2 3 1 1 IMDG in accordance with chapter 2 3 1 3 ICAO IATA in accordance with chapter 3 3 1 3 14 1 UN number Not applicable 14 2 UN proper shipping name Not applicable 14 3 Transport hazard class es Not applicable 14 4 Packaging group Not applicable 14 5 Environmental hazards ADR RID IMDG ICAO IATA none Marine pollutant IMDG no 14 6 Special precautions for user please see section 6 8 14 7
42. 2 07 09 according to 1907 2006 EC as amended by 453 2010 EC Print Date 2012 07 09 en EU Page 5 8 these can easily damage the gloves and make them ineffective The instructions and information provided by the glove supplier on use storage maintenance and replacement must be followed Damaged gloves or those showing signs of wear should be replaced immediately Eye protection Wear protective eyewear for protection against solvent spatter Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing Personnel should wear antistatic clothings made of natural fiber or of high temperature resistant synthetic fiber Hygiene measures Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water or use recognized skin cleanser Do not use organic solvents Environmental exposure controls Do not let product enter drains For ecological information refer to section 12 Section 9 Physical and chemical properties 9 1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties Appearance Form liquid Colour clear Odour Odour is not perceptible Important health safety and environmental information Property Value Method pH No data available Melting point freezing point Not applicable Boiling point boiling range 100 C Flash point 100 C ISO 3679 Does not sustain combustion Evaporation rate Slower than Ether Flammability solid gas not relevant as product is liquid Lower explosion limit no data available Upper explosion limit no data available
43. 2 695 9682 U S A Revision History 18 July 2008 New MSDS DIJ01334 18 July 2008 Key ACGIH AEL Cmpds DOT LEL or LFL M F NA NIOSH NOHSC NOS NTP OEL OSHA PEL RTECS STEL TLV TSCA TWA UEL or UFL U S A VOC WEEL DuPont Artistri P5000 Series Pigment Ink Page 11 of 11 ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists Acceptable Exposure Limit DuPont Compounds Department of Transportation U S A Eastern Time U S A European Union Hazardous Material Information System National Paint and Coatings Association International Agency for Research on Cancer International Air Transport Association International Civil Aviation Organization Indicative Exposure Limit EU Directive 2000 39 EC International Maritime Dangerous Goods International Maritime Organization Lower Explosive Limit or Lower Flammable Limit Monday through Friday North America National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health U S A National Occupational Health and Safety Commission Worksafe Australia Not Otherwise Specified National Toxicology Program U S A Occupational Exposure Limit Occupational Safety and Health Administration U S A Permissible Exposure Limit Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances NIOSH Short Term Exposure Limit Threshold Limit Value Toxic Substances Control Act U S A Time weighted Average Upper Explosive Limit
44. 20 ERRO ctr WOO UNS epee ates geo e A adeh vcotmiastgud ac teataseueou ss 121 When printing the print head moves but no ink sprays OUt occccccnnnnncccnconnccnncncnnncrononononcnonononanonononos 121 The printeris n tr sponding OA dial 121 vi Table of Contents He prnthecd Sean Ms SMe a A a ai dnde 122 Print NEAGClOGGING ISSUES israr pisando pan Bias idea ar Ad o pd Ne 123 Load Paper On the table control panel display appears preparation error 0020 124 Cancellinga ONIN OD aa de 124 ISSUCS COV CeO sro RED A ice AD a atoa o Aeneas 124 A hd A da a 125 Platen moves and stops The red limit light iS ON cccocoonnconcccnonnconnnonnnncnnnnnnonncnnnonnnnncnnononanncnnnnnnnns 125 During printer startup the error message service call 1601 appears On the printer control panel the two orange lights are flashing and the green light is on The table control panel display reads error AP e o A A a A se neaataar 125 Paper Error press the down button load paper correctly ooonncnicccconnconccncnnncnncononancnocononancnncnnnnnns 126 Service cal 1500 ii cic S 126 A 126 Transportno te ere escandalo ile nelota a as 127 Preparing the Printer for Transport or Shipment still coin 127 Moving the Printer to Another Position ani gua A AS AAA 127 MaterialSatety Dala Ms E a A A EEN 129 Vil Introduction The Melco G3 has been designed for the use of garment printing The Melco G3 is a printer tha
45. AS 27306 78 1 Polyalkyleneoxide modified heptamethyltrisiloxane EC REACh no registration number available 0 10 lt 0 20 Classification Xn R20 Xi R36 Xn R48 20 N R51 53 Eye Irrit 2 H319 Acute Tox 4 H332 STOT RE 2 H373 STOT RE 2 H373 Aquatic Chronic 2 H411 Up to the given revision date of this safety data sheet no REACH registration numbers are assigned to the chemical substances used in this preparation Additional advice See full text of R phrases in chapter 16 See full text of H phrases in chapter 16 VI Harmonised classification given by Annex VI of Regulation EC No 1272 2008 in its latest amended form Section 4 First aid measures 4 1 Description of first aid measures General advice When symptoms persist or in all cases of doubt seek medical advice Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person Inhalation Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of vapours If breathing is irregular or stopped administer artificial respiration If unconscious place in recovery position and seek medical advice If symptoms persist call a physician Skin contact Do NOT use solvents or thinners Take off all contaminated clothing immediately Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water or use recognized skin cleanser If skin irritation persists call a physician Eye contact Remove contact lenses Irrigate copiously with clean fresh water for at least 15 minut
46. ATER PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr ETHYLENE GLYCOL PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont IEL 2000 39 EC LDso rat oral LDso rabbit dermal LCso rat inhalation 4 hr HUMECTANT PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr TITANIUM DIOXIDE PIGMENT PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr POLYMER PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr None Established None Established None Established gt 90 mL kg RTECS No data available None Established Ceiling 100 mg m aerosol 50 ppm 8 Hr TWA vapor 52 mg m 20 ppm skin STEL 104 mg m 40 ppm 4 700 mg kg RTECS 9 530 uL kg RTECS gt 200 mg m RTECS 5 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist respirable fraction 15 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist total dust 10 mg m 8 Hr TWA mist None Established gt 17 000 mg kg supplier gt 4 9 mg liter Supplier 15 mg m 8 Hr TWA total dust 10 mg m 8 Hr TWA total dust A4 10 mg m 8 Hr TWA total dust gt 24 000 mg kg supplier gt 10 000 mg kg supplier None Established None Established None Established No data available No data available AEL is DuPont s Acceptable Exposure Limit Where governmentally imposed occupational exposure
47. DOT Domestic Surface U S A Not regulated ICAO IATA Air Not regulated IMO IMDG Ocean Not regulated 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive selected regulations represented U S Regulations DIJO1336 DuPont Artistri Page 9 of 10 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5400 BLACK PIGMENT INK Federal Regulations TSCA Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or exempt from listing on the TSCA 8 b chemical inventory TSCA Section 12 b Export Notification This product can contain None State Regulations State Right To Know Warning This product may contain substances known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm European Union Regulations EU Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or are exempt from listing on the EINECS chemical inventory Transport Information This product is not classified as dangerous within the meaning of transport regulations Labeling This product does not need to be labeled in accordance with EC Directive 1999 45 EC Switzerland Switzerland VOC Regulations Ordinance 814 018 Verordnung Uber die Lenkungsabgabe auf fluchtigen organischen Verbindungen as of 28 December 2000 This product is exempt from Swiss VOC regulations 16 OTHER INFORMATION HMIS Rating Health 1 Flammability 1 Reactivity The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relat
48. ET Eastern Time U S A EU European Union HMIS Hazardous Material Information System National Paint and Coatings Association IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer IATA International Air Transport Association ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization IEL Indicative Exposure Limit EU Directive 2000 39 EC IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods IMO International Maritime Organization LEL or LFL Lower Explosive Limit or Lower Flammable Limit M F Monday through Friday NA North America NIOSH National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health U S A NOHSC National Occupational Health and Safety Commission Worksafe Australia NOS Not Otherwise Specified NTP National Toxicology Program U S A OEL Occupational Exposure Limit OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration U S A PEL Permissible Exposure Limit RTECS Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances NIOSH STEL Short Term Exposure Limit TLV Threshold Limit Value TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act U S A TWA Time weighted Average UEL or UFL Upper Explosive Limit or Upper Flammable Limit U S A United States of America VOC Volatile Organic Compound s WEEL Workplace Environmental Exposure Level End of MSDS DIJO1336 DuPont Artistri Page 1 of 10 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5400 BLACK PIGMENT INK MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product Name ARTISTRI P5400 BLACK PIGMENT INK Product Use
49. NSPORTATION INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive DOT Domestic Surface U S A Not regulated ICAO IATA Air Not regulated IMO IMDG Ocean Not regulated 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive selected regulations represented U S Regulations Federal Regulations TSCA Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or exempt from listing on the TSCA 8 b chemical inventory State Regulations DIJO1321 DuPont Artistri Page 9 of 10 Revised 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5910 WHITE PIGMENT INK State Right To Know This product does contain substances known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm European Union Regulations EU Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or are exempt from listing on the EINECS chemical inventory Transport Information This product is not classified as dangerous within the meaning of transport regulations Labeling This product does not need to be labeled in accordance with EC Directive 1999 45 EC Switzerland Switzerland VOC Regulations Ordinance 814 018 Verordnung Uber die Lenkungsabgabe auf fluchtigen organischen Verbindungen as of 28 December 2000 This product is exempt from Swiss VOC regulations 16 OTHER INFORMATION HMIS Rating Health 1 Flammability 1 Reactivity The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to
50. Product is a nonflammable water based solution Hazardous combustion products gases vapors produced in fire can include carbon monoxide carbon dioxide nitrogen oxides and smoke Extinguishing Media Use media appropriate for surrounding material Fire Fighting Instructions This product is not flammable Use normal firefighting procedures for the area 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Safeguards Personnel NOTE Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING PERSONNEL sections before proceeding with clean up Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean up Initial Containment Dike spill Spill Clean Up Soak up with absorbent material DuPont Artistri P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK DIJ01335 18 July 2008 Page 6 of 11 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Personnel Avoid contact with eyes skin or clothing 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS PERSONAL PROTECTION Personal Protective Equipment EYE FACE PROTECTION Wear safety glasses Wear coverall chemical splash goggles and face shield when the possibility exists for eye and face contact due to splashing or spraying of the material RESPIRATORS Respirators are not needed for normal use PROTECTIVE CLOTHING If there is potential for significant dermal contact wear appropriate impervious clothing and gloves Applicable Exposure Limits and Exposure Data WATER PEL OSHA None Established TLV ACGIH None Established
51. S and HANDLING PERSONNEL sections before proceeding with clean up Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean up Initial Containment Dike spill Spill Clean Up Soak up with absorbent material 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Personnel Avoid contact with eyes skin or clothing 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS PERSONAL PROTECTION Personal Protective Equipment EYE FACE PROTECTION Wear safety glasses Wear coverall chemical splash goggles and face shield when the possibility exists for eye and face contact due to splashing or spraying of the material RESPIRATORS Respirators are not needed for normal use PROTECTIVE CLOTHING DIJ01336 18 July 2008 DuPont Artistri Page 6 of 10 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5400 BLACK PIGMENT INK If there is potential for significant dermal contact wear appropriate impervious clothing and gloves WATER PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr ALIPHATIC ALCOHOL PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr ETHYLENE GLYCOL PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont IEL 2000 39 EC LDso rat oral LDso rabbit dermal LCso rat inhalation 4 hr POLYGLYCOL ETHER PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LDso rabbit dermal LCso rat inhalation 4 hr POLYMERS PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LC
52. SS Sa dd 63 Fabre INCISO iii a a aie tuduentaeee 63 AdjuStina the Tal a oa 63 REMOVE GaATd ds 65 Peal Press Se INOS dial ic 66 Crno tie Frinted Prod o A dd eee 66 Dark colored shirts white ink Underlay ooocccccccconccnncocconccnncnonancnnnononancnnnnnnnnncnnnononannnnnnnnannennnnnnnns 66 White or light colored shirts no white dolia e clade 66 cament Care INSTUCIONS siecia a os 67 nk Storage and Handling soseri a a lada ada 69 Guidelines for Storage and Handling of White INKS sites lece ici de todo dad cda Sud tad ada 70 EJ ra ia a ic Sa 70 Malena a dr dada Dad E a 71 Daily Mantencion tda 71 VV CCKIV Maintenance sica iii iii rata aiii Doa 73 Monthy Mainernane Easier add a a 76 Cede MOMO a OM ANG sian T E 79 WK GAMO OS i RREO ER RR SO RR UR SAND O E SD RR DR ER 81 FINNO Re Ino AMAS aid 81 NO OMANI AG SS sina a a a la anedeeatero beady uiesumasies 81 Inserting the lnk C arntidges Into he Printer a gree dade eee osetia r ed ed 83 Remouino MEGAS ri emt Renee aN Met aCe een Den Peet een Ae Re rE nie eo mtn een are Men Rie eee eee nen OL 84 Replacing Ink CamildGe Ga Sinai siciliana co ada 85 Maintenance ascii RASA DDR RP DRD PRRIME ER ONDE PRO RR PER PRO RN CREA 86 Clearing the Non Genuine Message bd 88 Performing os e CNeCk aiii a Oia a aa Da a O RO ECO aaa as 89 Penormind a POWer Classical ai n 91 o o OO acta seaeeabcatek mace eds egee cea ee eosagc 93 Universal FODE soar e c ioNS 93 SLM AOD NSE EIS WON ass ss DE
53. Short Table Interface Brackets Wi Six 6 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws Installation Instructions 1 Remove the Standard Frame Table from the machine a Loosen and remove the hardware 4 screws at each corner of the table using the 3mm Metric Hex Driver b Remove the Standard Frame Table and store it in a secure location 103 Printed Documentation 2 Remove the front Long Table Interface Bracket using the 2 5mm Metric Hex Driver Leave the Rear Table Interface Bracket in place as is 3 Mountthe two 2 Short Table Interface Brackets in the locations shown below using M4 Countersunk Hex Screws 4 Align the Small T Shirt Table and the Adapter Plate as shown in the picture below and secure them to the Table Support using six 6 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws When shipped the tables may be covered in a protective film This film should be removed before use Most of the images in this section show the tables with the protective film 104 Table Options Sleeve Table 15x34cm Tools needed for installation Wi 2 5mm Metric Hex Driver Wi 3mm Metric Hex Driver Needed Parts Wi Sleeve Table Wi Adapter Plate WI Two 2 Short Table Interface Brackets Wi Six 6 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws Installation Instructions 1 Remove the Standard Frame Table from the machine a Loosen and remove the hardware 4 screws at each corner of the table using the 3mm Metric Hex Driver b Remove t
54. Specified National Toxicology Program U S A Occupational Exposure Limit Occupational Safety and Health Administration U S A Permissible Exposure Limit Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances NIOSH Short Term Exposure Limit Threshold Limit Value Toxic Substances Control Act U S A Time weighted Average Upper Explosive Limit or Upper Flammable Limit United States of America Volatile Organic Compound s Workplace Environmental Exposure Level End of MSDS DIJO1332 DuPont Artistri July 15 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5001 PIGMENT PRETREATMENT SOLUTION MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product Name ARTISTRI P5001 PIGMENT PRETREATMENT SOLUTION Product Use Ink Jet Printing Company Identification MANUFACTURER DISTRIBUTOR DuPont Ink Jet and Specialty Colorants DuPont Performance Coatings Barley Mill Plaza Wilmington DE USA PHONE NUMBERS Product Safety Health and Page 1 of 9 Environmental Information 1 302 695 9682 8 a m 5 p m ET M F U S A Transport Emergency CHEMTREC 1 800 424 9300 24 hours U S A Medical Emergency 1 800 441 3637 24 hours U S A 2 COMPOSITION INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Components by weight Material CAS Number Water 7732 18 5 Inorganic salt a Acrylic Polymer Formaldehyde 50 00 0 k k Components Remarks Yo 80 94 5 10 1 10 lt 0 02 The specific identity for each component n
55. Transport in bulk according to Annex Il of MARPOL 73 78 and the IBC Code Deliveries shall only be made based on appropriate packaging and in compliance with traffic laws Section 15 Regulatory information 15 1 Safety health and environmental regulations legislation specific for the substance or mixture The mixture is non dangerous in accordance with Directive 1999 45 EC 15 2 Chemical Safety Assessment No safety checks were carried out on the mixture Section 16 Other information Full text of R phrases with no appearing in section 3 R20 Harmful by inhalation R22 Harmful if swallowed R36 Irritating to eyes R48 20 Harmful danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation R51 53 Toxic to aquatic organisms may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic environ ment Copyright 2011 E I du Pont de Nemours and Company All rights reserved Copies may be made only for those using DuPont products 6000 4064 SAFETY DATA SHEET 6000 4064 v1 0 Revision Date 2012 07 09 according to 1907 2006 EC as amended by 453 2010 EC Print Date 2012 07 09 en EU Page 9 8 Full text of H phrases with no appearing in section 3 H302 Harmful if swallowed H319 Causes serious eye irritation H332 Harmful if inhaled H373 May cause damage to the kidneys liver eyes brain respiratory system central nervous system through prolonged or repeated exposure in contact with skin H411 Toxic to aquat
56. able and should be set for each type of garment on which you are going to print The purpose of adjusting the height of the table platen is to ensure that the garment you is the optimal distance from the print head ensuring the best possible quality of print The distance that the print head is from the garment has a significant impact on print quality Since the print head cannot be moved up and down the garment will need to be moved closer to or farther from the print head by adjusting table height Adjusting the Table While it is possible to adjust the table height when the table is in any position you should only adjust the table height while it is in the load position This is because it is possible depending on the thickness of the garment you are printing on to contact the print head This must be avoided at as this can damage the print head beyond use The printer is equipped with a laser sensor that will alert you if you move a garment too high To automatically set table platen height 1 Start with the garment loaded on the table and the table in the load position If not there press the Out button on the table control panel When the table is in the load position the printer display panel will display This is a normal display message and will go away when the table is in the print position 123456789 wh 2 Press the Auto button on the table control panel The table will move in and self adjust to the appr
57. al handling operations are not likely to cause injury swallowing amounts larger than that may cause injury Inhalation Single exposure to vapors is not likely to be hazardous Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Signs and symptoms of excessive exposure may be anesthetic or narcotic effects Teratology Birth Defects Birth defects are unlikely Even exposure have an adverse effect on the mother should have no effect on the fetus MELAMINE Eye Contact Direct contact with this material may cause mild eye irritation Skin Contact Direct contact with this material may cause mild skin irritation Inhalation Material is not expected to be harmful if inhaled Carcinogenicity Information None of the components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater than 0 1 are listed by IARC NTP OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen 4 FIRST AID MEASURES First Aid INHALATION If inhaled remove to fresh air If not breathing give artificial respiration If breathing is difficult give oxygen Call a physician SKIN CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing Consult a physician Wash contaminated clothing before reuse DIJO1333 DuPont Artistri Page 5 of 12 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink EYE CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
58. al properties If heated or sprayed as an aerosol airborne material may cause upper respiratory irritation Ingestion Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be extremely low Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury swallowing amount larger than that may cause injury Signs and symptoms of excessive exposure may be central nervous system effects and increased blood sugar levels Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Repeated excessive exposure may cause increased fat levels in blood Observations in animals include kidney liver and gastrointestinal effects with very large oral doses Cancer Information Did not cause cancer in long term animal studies Teratology Birth defects are unlikely Exposures having no adverse effects on the mother should have no effect on the fetus Reproductive Effects Reproductive effects seen in female animals are believed to be due to altered nutritional status resulting from extremely high doses in their diets Similar effects have been seen in animals fed synthetic diets DIJO1334 DuPont Artistri Page 4 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER Eye Contact Causes severe irritation experienced as discomfort or pain excess blinking and tear production with marked excess redness and swelling of the conjunctiva Causes corneal injury Skin Contact May c
59. ause slight irritation with discomfort and local redness Prolonged or widespread contact may result in the absorption of potentially harmful amounts of material Inhalation Short term harmful health effects are not expected from vapor generated at ambient temperature Ingestion Slightly toxic Abdominal discomfort nausea and vomiting may occur MELAMINE Eye Contact Direct contact with this material may cause mild eye irritation Skin Contact Direct contact with this material may cause mild skin irritation Inhalation Material is not expected to be harmful if inhaled Carcinogenicity Information None of the components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater than 0 1 are listed by IARC NTP OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen 4 FIRST AID MEASURES First Aid INHALATION If inhaled remove to fresh air If not breathing give artificial respiration If breathing is difficult give oxygen Call a physician SKIN CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing Consult a physician Wash contaminated clothing before reuse EYE CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes Call a physician DIJO1334 DuPont Artistri Page 5 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK INGESTION Ingestion is not an expected route o
60. ave no effect on the fetus MELAMINE Eye Contact Direct contact with this material may cause mild eye irritation Skin Contact Direct contact with this material may cause mild skin irritation Inhalation Material is not expected to be harmful if inhaled Carcinogenicity Information None of the components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater than 0 1 are listed by IARC NTP OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen 4 FIRST AID MEASURES First Aid INHALATION If inhaled remove to fresh air If not breathing give artificial respiration If breathing is difficult give oxygen Call a physician SKIN CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing Consult a physician Wash contaminated clothing before reuse DIJO1335 DuPont Artistri Page 5 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK EYE CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes Call a physician INGESTION Ingestion is not an expected route of exposure during normal use of the product If ingested consult a physician 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Flammable Properties Flash Point gt 93 3 C gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL Not Available UEL Not Available Autoignition Temperature Not Available
61. before use Most of the images in this section show the tables with the protective film 98 Polo Table 42x50cm Tools needed for installation Wi 2 5mm Metric Hex Driver Wi 3mm Metric Hex Driver Needed Parts mi Polo Table Wi Four 4 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws Installation Instructions 1 Remove the Standard Frame Table from the machine Table Options 99 Printed Documentation a Loosen and remove the hardware 4 screws at each corner of the table using the 3mm Metric Hex Driver b Remove the Standard Frame Table and store it in a secure location 2 Remove the Rear Long Table Interface Bracket using the 2 5mm Metric Hex Driver 100 Table Options 3 Leave the Front Long Table Interface Bracket in place as is 4 Mount the Rear Long Table Interface Bracket you removed in step 2 above in the location shown below using two 2 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws 101 Printed Documentation 5 Align the Polo Table as shown in the picture below and secure it to the Table Support using four 4 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws When shipped the tables may be covered in a protective film This film should be removed before use Most of the images in this section show the tables with the protective film 102 Table Options Small Table 28x32cm Tools needed for installation Wi 2 5mm Metric Hex Driver Wi 3mm Metric Hex Driver Needed Parts Wi Small Table Wi Adapter Plate WI Two 2
62. ber die Lenkungsabgabe auf fluchtigen organischen Verbindungen as of 28 December 2000 This product is exempt from Swiss VOC regulations 16 OTHER INFORMATION HMIS Rating Health 1 Flammability 1 Reactivity E The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process DIJ01333 18 July 2008 MSDS Contact Information Revision History Key 18 July 2008 LEL or LFL M F NA NIOSH NOHSC NOS NTP OEL OSHA PEL RTECS STEL TLV TSCA TWA UEL or UFL U S A VOC WEEL DuPont Artistri P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink Page 11 of 12 Global Product Stewardship and Regulatory Affairs DuPont Ink Jet and Specialty Colorants DuPont Electronic and Communication Technologies Barley Mill Plaza Wilmington DE U S A 1 302 695 9682 U S A New MSDS American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists Acceptable Exposure Limit DuPont Compounds Department of Transportation U S A Eastern Time U S A European Union Hazardous Material Information System National Paint and Coatings Association International Agency for Research on Cancer International Air Transport Association International Civil Aviation Organization Indicative Exposure Limit EU Directive 2000 39 EC International Maritime Dangerous Goods International Maritime Organization L
63. between 40 80 non condensing Before moving the printer to other position empty the maintenance tank from the remaining ink Wi Always put the printer into a place where the lighting is sufficient Wi Place this product near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged Setting Up the Printer 13 Printed Documentation 14 Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord Make certain that the source voltage is the same as the rated voltage listed on the serial number rating plate If the product has an AC rating different from available power source do not connect it to the power source Remove all shipping fixtures before starting up the printer Use the type of power source indicated on the printer label Connect all equipment to grounded outlets Do not use the same outlet for any other system such as a copy machine or an air control unit that turn on and off If you are using an extension cord make sure the power ampere rate does not exceed the cord ampere rate of the product Keep electromagnetic devices and other potential sources with magnetic fields away from your product Do not unplug the printer to shut it off Use the power button instead Do not unplug the printer until the power light is off Do not use excessive force to push or pull the table Do not block any of the printer vents or insert anything foreign in its slots Fill the cartridges with ink and place them in to the printers slot before
64. cal Emergency 1 800 441 3637 24 hours U S A 2 COMPOSITION INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Components by weight Material CAS Number Water 7732 18 5 45 93 Aliphatic Alcohol Ee 1 10 Ethylene Glycol 107 21 1 1 10 Humectant e 1 10 Polymers o 1 10 Melamine i 1 5 Red Pigment Ei 1 5 Triethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether 143 22 6 1 5 Disclosure as a toxic chemical is required under Section 313 of Title Ill of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR part 372 Components Remarks The specific identity for each component not identified by a CAS Registry Number is withheld as a trade secret DIJO1334 DuPont Artistri Page 2 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Potential Health Effects THIS PRODUCT CAN BE USED SAFELY WHEN USED AS DIRECTED AND WHEN APPLICABLE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE FOLLOWED POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS FROM PRODUCT Potential routes of overexposure to this product are skin contact eye contact and inhalation of vapor Ingestion is not expected to be a significant route of exposure for this product under normal use conditions There is no toxicity data available for this specific formulation Any potential hazards are presumed to be due to exposure to the components ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS Since this mixture has not been tested as a whole to determine the hazards by all routes of exposure informati
65. cartridges in a clean dry area with temperatures between 50 F and 86 F 10 30 C Wear glasses and gloves when splashing or spraying the pretreatment on the material If you store the cartridge in a cold environment set them out and let them come to room temperature before use Do not dismantle the ink cartridges This could damage the print head If you remove the ink cartridges place them in an individual bag to keep them away from dust dirt and debris Do not discard the liquid inks into any sewers into any body of water or on the ground 69 Printed Documentation Guidelines for Storage and Handling of White Inks The Melco white ink will provide excellent results when stored and handled properly The following storage and handling practices are require to ensure consistent quality and performance of the white ink Product Storage Guidelines Store the ink and ink cartridges in a clean dry area with temperatures between 50 F and 86 F 10 30 C Handling of white ink in bottles Keep bottles on mechanical rollers while storing or vigorously shake the bottle manually every 3 4 days and before filling the bulk system Shelf life of white ink With constant rolling 1 year With weekly agitation 6 months If sedimentation occurs do not use a paint shaker This will break the sediment up and will form particles that can be caught in the print head or damper and restrict the ink flow Light swirling or shaking of
66. curing parameters settings for the pretreatment above but extend the time to 60 seconds OP oe ge ee A 61 Printed Documentation Loading a Garment 62 1 Move table to the load position Move the table to the load position shown below by pressing the Eject button on the table control panel If using the standard framed table raise the platen frame EJECT Load the garment on the table Place the garment on the table by laying it flat against the platen with the head of the garment positioned at the front of the platen closest to you If the garment is not flat the printer obstruction sensor laser will detect an obstruction and the platen will stop moving until the obstruction is cleared The garment should be centered on the platen using the area of the garment to be printed upon as your point of reference for center Tuck garment under the platen If using the standard framed table carefully close the platen frame over the garment This frame provides a gripping surface that prevents the garment from sliding on the platen It also helps to eliminate wrinkles on the garment Tuck any loose portion of the garment under the platen but above the print tray being careful not to leave any part of the garment hanging in a place where it may catch on the printer during platen movement Garment Care Instructions Table Height Adjustment Fabric Thickness Table height platen height is adjust
67. d nio Cde 39 Pero minga NOZZE ENCON cotas 41 Printed Documentation FORNO GVA Chel A a Dec cance ity tit ealtatl a a a a 43 Graphics PS AOI sect sists iii it idad ES adds 45 Grapnics Preparato Meeris a Mant ad desehtt educa dnc dusted seamed tse ua tnd dra tat each de Soe ica eat 45 Color Modes CMYK ROB usas LES DSR id 45 Whal Color Realy ac aos 45 Additive Color System RGB lui a es 46 Subiracive Color System CMY Aanes E Si E 46 Dineren Gamus ia iaa aa A RED RPI RR 47 PV OMI Printing SUIS ada a ana eee ont E e A e ee ately 47 FAROE S PrIM cenen ll a a a 48 Printing on Colored SU ACeS spice eee e Da O cane cous 48 a arts ne eer one meee A 50 A Re a Sa 50 Rastro 51 Mage IRES O NEMO TA sra E dci 52 Print Quality vs MN O eee OS 52 DR SPO dose Egg 52 Transparent VS SO MATOS tease de 53 Apna Channel A a CDA 53 WSES TOF Trons parene o Le dale 53 Dictar O SUBDON E daiis a PP PE 99 HIS ENS a odias 54 A A a SA A test E E aint aus 55 Shaking nene INK Camas sairmos iia drid dd ddr unia dead 56 Starting Up the PAS ecc CEDER RN RPE DNDENDO ERREI DRE MEDE ERR REED NC RE DRE DD RO RD ERNEST 58 initial Powering Up or thie Printer ti li lcd il 58 A eee 59 Fabris TO asa a iaod n 59 CURE LIANE AA o ta ssi vapors o ute A T A EE 60 Preltealment Tecna Sn TE A 60 StaninaoOnrCena SMS dos 61 Table of Contents ers lol ate E Garm A Geese meaty ieee DR A RR oan ee MRE SE ART RR RODES RE re ee 62 Table ISIGHT ACIUS tS TE assado nes renda east
68. d nozzles Possible Solutions Wi Fill empty or low color ink cartridge s E Only use colors that are able to be reproduced using 4 color process CMYK I Perform the daily maintenance Wi Perform power cleaning and nozzle check 117 Printed Documentation Faded print before and after washing Possible Causes E E E pa pa pz Garment material may be water resistant Finished print not heat cured properly The garment had been laundered prior to printing the residues from detergents and fabric softeners can prevent the inks from staying in the garment Garment material is synthetic Pretreatment was improperly applied or was not dry when printed over Garment was too aggressively laundered Possible Solutions 118 ls g Aa El El Change to a hydrophilic material Adjust the temperature time and or pressures for curing see the section for heat setting the inks Avoid printing on pre laundered goods Use garments with 100 natural fibers Review the pretreatment procedures Follow the garment care instructions Transporting The Printer Colors printed look dull after heat press Possible Causes Wi Temperature setting on the heat press is too high Wi Pressure setting on the heat press is too high E Wrong type of protective sheet used to heat press the garment Possible Solutions Wi Review the heat press settings section Issues Covered 119 Printed Documentation Error Codes and Flashing
69. dance with applicable Federal State Provincial and Local laws and regulations This product contains a copper compound that might be managed by applicable waste disposal regulations TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive DOT Domestic Surface U S A Not regulated ICAO IATA Air Not regulated IMO IMDG Ocean Not regulated REGULATORY INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive selected regulations represented DIJO1333 DuPont Artistri Page 10 of 12 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink U S Regulations Federal Regulations TSCA Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or exempt from listing on the TSCA 8 b chemical inventory TSCA Section 12 b Export Notification This product can contain Tetrahydrofuran 109 99 9 lt 0 3 State Regulations State Right To Know Warning This product may contain substances known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm European Union Regulations EU Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or are exempt from listing on the EINECS chemical inventory Transport Information This product is not classified as dangerous within the meaning of transport regulations Labeling This product does not need to be labeled in accordance with EC Directive 1999 45 EC Switzerland Switzerland VOC Regulations Ordinance 814 018 Verordnung U
70. e Exposure Limit Where governmentally imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL are in effect such limits shall take precedence 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Physical Data Form Liquid Color Black Odor Slight Solubility in Water Miscible pH About 8 Specific Gravity About 1 Other Information Flash Point gt 93 3 C gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL Not Available UEL Not Available Autoignition Temperature Not Available 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions Incompatibility with Other Materials None reasonably foreseeable Decomposition Decomposition does not occur during normal use DIJO1336 DuPont Artistri Page 8 of 10 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5400 BLACK PIGMENT INK Polymerization Polymerization will not occur 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Animal Data No data available for product 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicological Information No data available for product 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste Disposal DO NOT DISCARD INTO ANY SEWERS INTO ANY BODY OF WATER OR ON THE GROUND Treatment storage transportation and disposal must be in accordance with applicable Federal State Provincial and Local laws and regulations 14 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive
71. e right and into the parked position 9 Rotate the gear clockwise until the print head can no longer be moved The will ensure that the print head is in the locked position and is resting in the cleaning solution Do not leave the print head off of the capping station longer than 15 minutes There is a danger if that time should be exceeded that the print head may dry out 78 Maintenance 6 amp 12 Month Maintenance Every six months the condition of the valves and openings on the bulk ink cartridges must be inspected and possibly cleaned These valves openings and cartridge must be cleaned every twelve months It is recommended to clean all the cartridges once per year and remove any remaining ink before refilling them with fresh ink As this procedure will dispose of the inks in the cartridges it is best to print the majority of ink before beginning this procedure Do this when the ink levels are low 1 Remove the rubber seals from all the cartridges Be careful to avoid spilling any ink on printer parts 2 After the air pressure is released you may safely remove the cartridges from the printer 3 Reinstall the rubber seal and turn the cartridge on end to easily access the front valve 4 Slide the plastic cover to the side and remove it 5 Carefully remove the rubber valve Use caution as the valve is positioned atop a pressurized metal spring and small ball 19 Printed Documentation 80 6 10 11
72. e table by pressing the eject button on the table control panel Press the home button to move the table back to the home position HOME The printer control display should state INSTALL MAINTENANCE CARTRIDGE 123456789 amp Insert the maintenance tank into the printer and close the maintenance tank cover While the maintenance tank is NOT installed eject the table by pressing the eject button on the table control panel Press the home button to move the table back to the home position If the procedure is done properly you should see a completely black maintenance cartridge on the printer control display and it should read READY 123456785 ul If instead of the READY message the NON GENUINE message appears on the printer control display then follow the instructions to clear the NON GENUINE message below 87 Printed Documentation Clearing the Non Genuine Message 1 Read the first display screen and press the down arrow to proceed 123456789 4 2 Select Yes by pressing the left arrow to accept 123456789 dy If the ink level icon of the maintenance tank remains blank NON GENUINE the user must always check visually the real ink level of the tank and empty it when needed 88 Maintenance Performing a Nozzle Check Nozzle checks are performed to check the performance of the print head nozzles To perform a nozzle check 1 Move the table to the load po
73. e terminal switch Wi If the 1226 error appears during the startup it could be caused from a pending print job 1 Remove the USB cable from the printer 2 Restart the printer 3 Clear all pending print jobs from the computer Wi If the error still persists it could be cause by an over tight movement belt of the table or table movement problem Contact Melco Tech 126 Transporting The Printer Transporting the Printer Preparing the Printer for Transport or Shipment Please make sure you have performed the following procedures before transporting the printer Clean all the ink cartridges and fill them with cleaning solution Perform 5 powerful cleanings until dampers and print head are clean too Perform the daily and weekly maintenance on the printer Switch off the printer and remove the power cable and data cable Remove the cariridges and place them in a plastic bag Empty the maintenance tank and put it back into the printer Attach the shipping fixture to prevent the table from shifting during shipment Repack the printer in the box it was shipped in Keep the printer level while transporting it O Remember that when using any common carrier the printer is your responsibility until it is received in good condition at our facility Be certain to insure the printer for the full value ee oe a 50 m0 Two or more people are required to lift the printer Review all warnings in the Safety Instructions section M
74. e textile will impact the quality of the print The surface of the garment will also affect the quality of the print Printing on a fuzzy surface will often lead to a blurry or fuzzy print E Garments with buttons seams or any object that creates an uneven surface when laid flat will impact printing Table shape or height may need to be changed Wi Some garments by nature of their construction will interfere with the laser obstruction sensor no matter what you do This also includes garments that will not fit into the print bay Your garment selection will directly determine the finished look of the design on the garment For example printing on a pink shirt with white ink versus printing on pink shirt with no white ink will give very different results To learn more about how the color of a garment can impact the finished print take a look at the graphics section of this document Fabric Texture _ Keep in mind that all textiles have some amount of fuzz or lint on their surface Also as all textiles are an interlacing of fabric of some kind so the surface of the AAR RAN NAN NARA garment has many valleys and gaps even if you cannot RRA SUNN RARAS NES SANAM see them The ink that is being applied to the garment is ARIUS SAR RN SAN NAN being done on a very small scale meaning that the ink AANA RE SATAN RATA NANANA droplets themselves can fall into those imperfections on NENONDINAN ARAN i s APA OVATE ete AAA ASD the textile
75. e the gear until the wiper blade moves forward From this position it is easy to fully clean both sides of the wiper blade 8 Carefully clean around the capping station and the wiper blade with a cleaning applicator dipped in the cleaning solution from the small container in step 2 above Make sure that the rubber parts of both the wiper and the capping station are always clean and free from any ink dried ink dust or dirt These two are the only parts of the printer that contact the print head Keeping these clean will help ensure quality prints 9 After cleaning the capping station and wiper use a syringe or dropper to fill the capping station with clean cleaning fluid This will prevent the print head from drying out over a longer period a UM h 7 A 3 7 pi gt h no a 10 Manually slide the print head to the right and into the parked position 74 Maintenance 11 Rotate the gear clockwise until the print head can no longer be moved The will ensure that the print head is in the locked position and is resting in the cleaning solution Do not leave the print head off of the capping station longer than 15 minutes There is a danger if that time should be exceeded that the print head may dry out 75 Printed Documentation Monthly Maintenance This maintenance should be performed once per month ideally at the end of the work week or whenever the printer will be left for few days This maintenance w
76. eating above flash point Special Protective Equipment and Fire Fighting Procedures Wear as appropriate Full protective flameproof clothing Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary In the event of fire cool tanks with water spray Do not allow run off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses Section 6 Accidental release measures 6 1 Personal precautions protective equipment and emergency procedures Keep in a well ventilated place Keep away from sources of ignition Do not inhale vapours 6 2 Environmental precautions Do not let product enter drains Notify the respective authorities in accordance with local law in the case of contamination of rivers lakes or waste water systems Please avoid any emission of volatile organic compounds as possible 6 3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Contain and collect spillage with non combustible absorbent materials e g sand earth vermiculite diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations Clean preferably with a detergent avoid use of solvents 6 4 Reference to other sections Comply with safety directives see chapters 7 and 8 Section 7 Handling and storage 7 1 Precautions for safe handling Safe handling advice Prevent the creation of flammable or explosive concentrations of vapour in air and avoid vapour concentration higher than the occupational exposure limits The product s
77. ell as the ink Is the area climate controlled It is important to keep your printer in a climate controlled area Rapid or extreme changes in temperature or humidity can affect the inks and print quality Please keep your printer in an area with a temperature between 50 95 F 10 35 C and a relative humidity or 40 80 non condensing Is the area clean Your printer needs to be located in an area that is relatively free of dust and debris Is there a power outlet easily accessible It is important that your printer is near a secure and grounded power outlet Also minimize the risks of power interruption by avoiding long extension cords and preventing them from becoming a trip hazard 21 Printed Documentation Unpacking the Printer 1 Remove the lid from the box 2 Remove the accessories box 22 Printer Setup 4 Then remove them from the short sides of the box 5 Carefully lift the sides of the box up and away from the printer 6 Lift the printer from the shipping base and onto the cart Two people are required for lifting printer Do not dispose of the shipping materials These will be required should the machine need to be shipped back to Melco for any reason Two people are required for lifting printer 23 Printed Documentation Removing the Shipping Fixture The shipping fixture and securing tape will need to be removed before the printer is powered up or used in any way Do no
78. ere governmentally imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL are in effect such limits shall take precedence 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Physical Data Form Color Odor Solubility in Water pH Specific Gravity Liquid Clear Odorless Miscible 5 9 About 1 DIJ01332 DuPont Artistri Page 6 of 9 July 15 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5001 PIGMENT PRETREATMENT SOLUTION Other Information Flash Point gt 93 3 C gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL Not Available UEL Not Available Autoignition Temperature Not Available 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions Incompatibility with Other Materials None reasonably foreseeable Decomposition Decomposition does not occur during normal use Polymerization Polymerization will not occur 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Animal Data No data available for product 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicological Information No data available for product DIJ01332 DuPont Artistri Page 7 of 9 July 15 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5001 PIGMENT PRETREATMENT SOLUTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste Disposal DO NOT DISCARD INTO ANY SEWERS INTO ANY BODY OF WATER OR ON THE GROUND Treatment storage transportation and disposal must be in accordance with ap
79. ers Inhalation Short term overexposure may cause irritation of the nose and throat with sneezing sore throat or runny nose Ingestion Short term overexposure may cause irritation of the digestive tract with stomach pain heartburn nausea vomiting or diarrhea however there may be no symptoms at all FORMALDEHYDE Eye Contact Can cause irritation or tearing at levels below STEL Skin Contact May cause allergic skin reaction Inhalation May cause respiratory disorders sensitization Persons with sensitive airways may react to vapors DIJ01332 DuPont Artistri Page 3 of 9 July 15 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5001 PIGMENT PRETREATMENT SOLUTION Ingestion May cause throat irritation Carcinogenicity Information The following components are listed by IARC NTP OSHA or ACGIH as carcinogens Material IARC NTP OSHA ACGIH Formaldehyde 1 X X A2 4 FIRST AID MEASURES First Aid INHALATION If inhaled remove to fresh air If not breathing give artificial respiration If breathing is difficult give oxygen Call a physician SKIN CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing Consult a physician Wash contaminated clothing before reuse EYE CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes Call a physician INGESTION Ingestion is not an expected route of
80. es holding the eyelids apart Seek medical advice Ingestion If swallowed seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label Do NOT induce vomiting Keep at rest 4 2 Most important symptoms and effects both acute and delayed Please see practical experience in section 11 4 3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed If unconscious place in recovery position and seek medical advice Section 5 Fire fighting measures 5 1 Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Water spray Dry chemical Foam Extinguishing media which shall not be used for safety reasons High volume water jet Copyright 2011 E I du Pont de Nemours and Company All rights reserved Copies may be made only for those using DuPont products 6000 4064 SAFETY DATA SHEET 6000 4064 v1 0 Revision Date 2012 07 09 according to 1907 2006 EC as amended by 453 2010 EC Print Date 2012 07 09 en EU Page 3 8 5 2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Hazardous combustion products Fire will produce dense black smoke containing hazardous combustion products Exposure to decomposition products may be a hazard to health Hazardous decomposition products When exposed to high temperatures may produce hazardous decomposition products such as carbon monoxide and dioxide smoke oxides of nitrogen 5 3 Advice for firefighters Fire and Explosion Hazards The product is not flammable Avoid h
81. es only to the specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process MSDS Contact Information Global Product Stewardship and Regulatory Affairs DuPont Ink Jet and Specialty Colorants DuPont Performance Coatings Barley Mill Plaza DIJ01336 18 July 2008 Revision History Key 18 July 2008 LEL or LFL M F NA NIOSH NOHSC NOS NTP OEL OSHA PEL RTECS STEL TLV TSCA TWA UEL or UFL U S A VOC WEEL DuPont Artistri P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5400 BLACK PIGMENT INK Wilmington DE U S A 1 302 695 9682 U S A Page 10 of 10 New MSDS American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists Acceptable Exposure Limit DuPont Compounds Department of Transportation U S A Eastern Time U S A European Union Hazardous Material Information System National Paint and Coatings Association International Agency for Research on Cancer International Air Transport Association International Civil Aviation Organization Indicative Exposure Limit EU Directive 2000 39 EC International Maritime Dangerous Goods International Maritime Organization Lower Explosive Limit or Lower Flammable Limit Monday through Friday North America National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health U S A National Occupational Health and Safety Commission Worksafe Australia Not Otherwise Specified National Toxicology Program U S A
82. ess also utilizes the printing of these colors on a white ground To print a pink very small magenta drops are printed sparingly on a white surface These small dots and the white background optically mix for the viewer to create a pink Printing on Colored Surfaces Process printing relies on printing CMYK inks on a white surface to create accurate color Because of this printing on a colored surface will produce some very different results While this can be used to great effect it is often not what people are looking for To prevent this color distortion some printers will use a layer of white ink underneath the color inks This layer is often referred to as an underbase 48 Graphics Preparation Underbases can be solid or they can change depending on the top color If black is being printed there may be little reason to print solid white ink underneath it Using different styles of underbase will produce differing results on the color print 49 Printed Documentation Vector vs Raster Art Almost all computer graphics files fall into one of two categories There are raster images which are composed of pixels in a grid and there are vector images that are created using paths Vector Art Vector files are math based art files and are sometimes referred to as line art This line art uses points and the paths between them to create an image Vector art is most often created with computer illustration programs or with co
83. exposure during normal use of the product If ingested consult a physician 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Flammable Properties Flash Point gt 93 3 C gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL Not Available UEL Not Available Autoignition Temperature Not Available Product is a nonflammable water based solution DIJ01332 DuPont Artistri Page 4 of 9 July 15 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5001 PIGMENT PRETREATMENT SOLUTION Hazardous combustion products gases vapors produced in fire can include carbon monoxide carbon dioxide nitrogen oxides and smoke Extinguishing Media Use media appropriate for surrounding material Fire Fighting Instructions This product is not flammable Use normal firefighting procedures for the area 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Safeguards Personnel NOTE Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING PERSONNEL sections before proceeding with clean up Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean up Initial Containment Dike spill Spill Clean Up Soak up with absorbent material 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Personnel Avoid contact with eyes skin or clothing 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS PERSONAL PROTECTION Personal Protective Equipment EYE FACE PROTECTION Wear safety glasses Wear coverall chemical splash goggles and face shield when the possibility exists for eye and face contact due to splashing o
84. f exposure during normal use of the product If ingested consult a physician 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Flammable Properties Flash Point gt 93 3 C gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL Not Available UEL Not Available Autoignition Temperature Not Available Product is a nonflammable water based solution Hazardous combustion products gases vapors produced in fire can include carbon monoxide carbon dioxide nitrogen oxides and smoke Extinguishing Media Use media appropriate for surrounding material Fire Fighting Instructions This product is not flammable Use normal firefighting procedures for the area 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Safeguards Personnel NOTE Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING PERSONNEL sections before proceeding with clean up Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean up Initial Containment Dike spill Spill Clean Up DuPont Artistri P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK Soak up with absorbent material DIJ01334 18 July 2008 Page 6 of 11 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Personnel Avoid contact with eyes skin or clothing 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS PERSONAL PROTECTION Personal Protective Equipment EYE FACE PROTECTION Wear safety glasses Wear coverall chemical splash goggles and face shield when the possibility exists for eye and face contact due to splashing
85. filling process 160ml cartridges 1 Remove the rubber seal from the supply hole in the cartridge 81 Printed Documentation 2 Use the funnel provided with the printer to fill the cartridge with its respective ink It is advised that the ink level does not exceed 90 of the maximum capacity marked on the label 4 Completely remove the air supply rubber seal 5 The cartridge is now filled and ready to insert into the printer 82 Maintenance Inserting the Ink Cartridges Into the Printer Ink cariridges must be inserted into the appropriate bays for the printer to print colors and underbases appropriately The correct placement for the ink cartridges is as follows Bay 1 Bay 2 Bay 3 Bay 4 Bay 5 Bay 6 Bay Bay 8 Bay 9 To install the ink cartridges 1 Lift the ink cartridge cover 2 Slide each cartridge into the appropriate bay as shown above Slide into place until you hear a click 3 The ink cartridge s is now in place and the cover may be closed 83 Printed Documentation Removing Ink Cartridges To remove the ink cartridges from the printer 1 Lift the ink cartridge cover 2 Remove the rubber seal from the supply hole in the cartridge See step 1 from 160ml cartridges 3 Push the release button for the ink cartridge to be removed 5 Replace the rubber seal in the supply hole 84 Maintenance Replacing Ink Cartridge Chips Should a chip on an ink cartridge
86. ge s is now in place and the cover may be closed 29 Printed Documentation Removing Ink Cartridges To remove the ink cartridges from the printer 30 Lift the ink cartridge cover Remove the rubber seal from the supply hole in the cartridge See step 1 from 160ml cartridges Push the release button for the ink cartridge to be removed Gently pull the ink cartridge away from the printer and free of the bay oO ae Fe O mm meia Ee 5 Replace the rubber seal in the supply hole Ink Cartridges Replacing Ink Cartridge Chips Should a chip on an ink cartridge cease to function it can be replaced using the following steps 1 Detach the removable part on the top of the refillable cartridge that holds the Auto Reset Chip ARC using an object with a sharp edge 2 Remove the original chip from the original cartridge of the same respective color 91 Printed Documentation 3 Install the original Epson chip in its dedicated place on the refillable cartridge The auto reset chip resets itself The user only has to release the cartridge via the release button and then put it back inside The respective icon on the display showing the ink level should be full White ink cartridges should be vigorously shaken for 3 5 seconds before use and weekly 32 Maintenance Tank The maintenance tank must be reset before the ink level drops below 20 It is recommended to reset the tank after
87. he Standard Frame Table and store it in a secure location 105 Printed Documentation 2 Remove the front Long Table Interface Bracket using the 2 5mm Metric Hex Driver Leave the Rear Table Interface Bracket in place as is 3 Mountthe two 2 Short Table Interface Brackets in the locations shown below using M4 Countersunk Hex Screws 4 Align the Sleeve Table and the Adapter Plate as shown in the picture below and secure them to the Table Support using six 6 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws When shipped the tables may be covered in a protective film This film should be removed before use Most of the images in this section show the tables with the protective film 106 Troubleshooting Image Problems With all troubleshooting it is critical to test in a controlled environment A controlled environment is one where you start in a known good working state and only change a single variable in order to isolate the root cause of the problem All troubleshooting will require a Nozzle Check test print in order to set a baseline for testing This section is setup to provide both the cause and possible recovery The order of the recovery steps is chronological to some degree meaning you should perform the first recommended recovery step in all cases below Banding in Color no A E e F P oes Possible Causes Wi Clogged print head nozzles Wi Empty or near empty ink cartridge E Foam or air in lines Wi Table heig
88. he final appearance of the print because direct to garment printing use translucent inks This means that in order to obtain the crispest colors possible on a dark garment you need to create a white background on the garment All textiles have imperfections in their surface where ink can fall In order to minimize this you need to create both a smooth surface to print your white background on and a surface with some additional adhesive qualities The solution is to use pre treatment in your dark garment printing process You should have a well ventilated room a large flat surface for prep and a container for your pretreatment solution Lightly apply the pre treatment solution to the shirt using the roller provided Make sure that the print area becomes visibly damp but not overly saturated As long as total coverage is achieved less pre treatment is better for wash fastness and color vibrancy than too much pre treatment 1 Make sure the heat press is set at the following settings a 330 F b 45 seconds c High Pressure 80psi or the number 7 8 or 9 displayed on the automatic heat presses Reduce the pressure if the pretreat does not wash out 2 Heat set the blank shirt for 10 seconds this will remove excess moisture and flatten the fibers while assisting with a smooth re treatment application Use a fresh sheet of silicone coated parchment or kraft paper 3 The shirt collar should be to the front the fibers lay down from top to bot
89. hield when the possibility exists for eye and face contact due to splashing or spraying of the material RESPIRATORS Respirators are not needed for normal use PROTECTIVE CLOTHING If there is potential for significant dermal contact wear appropriate impervious clothing and gloves Applicable Exposure Limits and Exposure Data WATER PEL OSHA None Established TLV ACGIH None Established AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr ALIPHATIC ALCOHOL PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr ETHYLENE GLYCOL PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont IEL 2000 39 EC LDso rat oral None Established gt 90 mL kg RTECS No data available None Established None Established None Established gt 5 000 mg kg Supplier No data available None Established Ceiling 100 mg m aerosol 50 ppm 8 Hr TWA vapor 52 mg m 20 ppm skin STEL 104 mg m 40 ppm 4 700 mg kg RTECS DuPont Artistri P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink 9 530 uL kg RTECS gt 200 mg m RTECS DIJ01333 18 July 2008 Page 7 of 12 LDso rabbit dermal LCso rat inhalation 4 hr HUMECTANT PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr POLYGLYCOL ETHER PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LDso rabbit dermal LCso rat inhalation 4 hr
90. hould only be used in areas from which all naked lights and other sources of ignition have been excluded Operators should wear antistatic footwear and clothing No sparking tools should be used Avoid skin and eye contact Do not breathe vapours or spray mist Smoking eating and drinking should be prohibited in the application area For personal protection see section 8 Comply with the health and safety at work laws If material is a coating do not sand flame cut braze or weld dry coating without an appropriate respirator or appropriate ventilation and gloves Advice on protection against fire and explosion Solvent vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors Vapours may form explosive mixtures with air Never use pressure to empty container container is not a pressure vessel Always keep in containers of same material as the original one 7 2 Conditions for safe storage including any incompatibilities Requirements for storage areas and containers Observe label precautions Store between 5 and 25 C in a dry well ventilated place away from sources of heat ignition and direct sunlight No smoking Prevent unauthorized access Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage Advice on common storage Store separately from oxidizing agents and strongly alkaline and strongly acidic materials Copyright 2011 E du Pont de Nemours and Company All rights reserved Copies may be made
91. ht incorrectly set Wi Print settings are at too low of dpi 360 Possible Solutions Adjust the table height Fill empty or low ink cartridge s Perform a nozzle check test print for evaluation of color ink output Adjust the print settings to a higher dpi Ea El El 107 Printed Documentation Banding in Underbase na E A be pa Wek DA RA paa ar dr macio Possible Causes E Clogged print head nozzles E Foam or air in lines Wi Table height incorrectly set Wi Print settings are at too low of dpi 360 Possible Solutions Adjust table height Fill empty or low ink cartridge s Perform a nozzle check test print for evaluation of color ink output Adjust the print settings to a higher dpi Aa El El 108 White Edges Appear on Color Print Possible Causes Wi Garment stretched too tight in platen frame Wi Too much white ink printed WI Choke setting not correctly set in MelcoRIP Possible Solutions Wi Verify proper garment framing Wi Adjust white ink settings in MelcoRIP E Adjust choke setting in MelcoRIP Transporting The Printer 109 Printed Documentation White speckles show through color print when printing on dark material Possible Causes 1 Too much white ink printed Wi Not enough dry time before color pass Wi Improper pre treatment Possible Solutions Wi Adjust white ink settings in MelcoRIP Il Increase dry time of white ink before color pass I Increase pre treatment amount
92. ht transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Skin Contact Prolonged or repeated exposure not likely to cause significant skin irritation A single prolonged exposure is not likely to result in the material being absorbed through skin in harmful amounts Prolonged or repeated exposure to very large amounts of component s in this product may cause narcosis drowsiness Ingestion single dose oral toxicity is considered to be low Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury swallowing amounts larger than that may cause injury Inhalation Single exposure to vapors is not likely to be hazardous Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Signs and symptoms of excessive exposure may be anesthetic or narcotic effects Teratology Birth Defects Birth defects are unlikely Even exposure have an adverse effect on the mother should have no effect on the fetus MELAMINE Eye Contact Direct contact with this material may cause mild eye irritation Skin Contact Direct contact with this material may cause mild skin irritation Inhalation Material is not expected to be harmful if inhaled Carcinogenicity Information DIJO1336 DuPont Artistri Page 4 of 10 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5400 BLACK PIGMENT INK The following components are listed by IARC NTP OSHA or ACGIH as carcinogens Material IARC NTP OSHA ACGIH CARBON BLACK 2B
93. ic life with long lasting effects Information taken from reference works and the literature Substance No CAS no www cas org EO regsys html EC no http ecb jrc it esis index php PGM ein Substances presenting a health or environ http ecb jrc it existing chemicals mental hazard within the meaning of Directive http ecb jrc it classification labelling 67 548 EEC http toxnet nlm nih gov cgi bin sis ntmlgen HSDB http www cdc gov niosh ipcs icstart html Other directives limitations and prohibitory Directive 76 769 EC regulations Directive 98 24 EC Directive 90 394 EC Directive 793 93 EC Directive 1999 45 EC Directive 2006 8 EC EUR LEX http europa eu int eur lex lex Exposure limit for the pure substance http osha europa eu OSHA Training advice Directive 76 769 EC Directive 98 24 EC Further information The information of this SDS is based on the present state of our knowledge and meets the requirements of EU regulations and or directives The product is not to be used for purposes other than those specified under section 1 without a written permission It remains the responsibility of the user to ensure that the necessary steps are taken to meet the laws and regulations Handling of the product may only be done by people above 18 years of age who are satisfactorily informed of how to do the work the hazardous properties and necessary safety precautions The information given in this SDS is to describe the prod
94. ight falling on the object and reflecting rest of the colors back to the viewer Because these objects absorb or subtract color from white light this process Is called subtractive color A blade of grass outside does not project green light It projects no light at all Instead the white light from the sun hits the grass The grass absorbs varying amounts of the other colors of light but it reflects back green That is how the grass is perceived as green The primary colors of the subtractive color system are cyan magenta and yellow By combining these colors in varying degrees a large number of colors can be reproduced This is process used by printers magazines and photographers or anyone else using dyes or pigments to create color In theory combining all three primary colors will create black Because so few color models are perfect many printers add black ink to allow for deeper and richer dark colors The black plate in offset printing was the Key plate This is where the K has been added to CMYK 46 Graphics Preparation Different Gamuts While both systems can be used to create color the range of colors created by each system varies The additive system RGB can create a much wider and more vibrant range of color Below is an example of the same color image simulating the differences in RGB and CMYK modes If this image were to be printed using CMYK inks the differences in the two halves would be far less noticeable Thi
95. ing DuPont products 6000 4064 SAFETY DATA SHEET 6000 4064 v1 0 Revision Date 2012 07 09 according to 1907 2006 EC as amended by 453 2010 EC Print Date 2012 07 09 en EU Page 7 8 EINECS No Chemical Name Species Type Exposure Value Method time Polyalkyleneoxide modified hep Daphnia EC50 48h 22 6 mg l tamethyltrisiloxane Acute and extended toxicity of fishes EINECS No Chemical Name Species Type Exposure Value Method time Polyalkyleneoxide modified hep Danio rerio ze LC50 96h 2 75 mg l tamethyltrisiloxane bra fish Toxicity with aquatic plants EINECS No Chemical Name Species Type Exposure Value Method time Polyalkyleneoxide modified hep Scenedesmus LC50 96h 5 5 mg l tamethyltrisiloxane pannonicus 12 2 Persistence and degradability No information available 12 3 Bioaccumulative potential No information available 12 4 Mobility in soil No information available 12 5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment Based on available data no ingredient is classified for this hazard property please see section 3 12 6 Other adverse effects The preparation was evaluated in accordance with the conventional method of the preparations directive 1999 45 EC and it was not classified as dangerous for the environment but it does contain environmentally dangerous materials For details see section 3 Adsorbed organic bound halogens AOX Product does not contain organic linked halogens contributing to AOX Section
96. inthead overnight in cleaning solution 113 Printed Documentation Colors bleed together on edges Possible Causes Wi Too much ink output for either white under base or color ink ll Not enough dry time for the white ink Possible Solutions WI Change print quality setting in MelcoRIP to a lower dpi or lower the ink output Wf Increase dry time before printing color pass 114 Transporting The Printer Print image is blurry hazy or skewed Possible Causes Wi Table height too low or not level Possible Solutions Wi Verify table height and that the table is properly level Adjust as required 115 Printed Documentation Edges of print are pixelated ni P gu a Ed a MATE da A Possible Causes Wi Poor image resolution Possible Solutions Wi Start with a higher resolution image 116 Transporting The Printer Colors printed are not what was expected different color than what was on monitor Generally speaking because computer monitors use projected light to create color and printing uses inks the colors on screen will never exactly match the printed colors However if you are attempting to print a color that can be accurately reproduced with CMYK then you should be able to attain very close results We recommend that you review the section on graphics preparation Possible Causes EM Empty color Ink Cartridge wi Disparate color spaces or modes RBG vs CMYK Wi Clogged color print hea
97. l or essentially no effect on the fetus Reproductive Effects Ingestion of large amounts of ethylene glycol has been shown to interfere with reproduction in animals Specifically growth retardation and decreased litter size in rats and mice and mating frequency in mice were observed HUMECTANT Eye Contact May cause slight transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Skin Contact Prolonged or repeated exposure not likely to cause significant skin irritation A single prolonged exposure is not likely to result in the material being absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts Inhalation At room temperature vapors are minimal due to physical properties If heated or sprayed as an aerosol airborne material may cause upper respiratory irritation Ingestion Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be extremely low Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury swallowing amount larger than that may cause injury Signs and symptoms of excessive exposure may be central nervous system effects and increased blood sugar levels Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Repeated excessive exposure may cause increased fat levels in blood Observations in animals include kidney liver and gastrointestinal effects with very large oral doses Cancer Information Did not cause cancer in long term animal studies Teratology Birth defects are unlikely Exposures having n
98. le DIJO1333 DuPont Artistri Page 8 of 12 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink AEL is DuPont s Acceptable Exposure Limit Where governmentally imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL are in effect such limits shall take precedence 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Physical Data Form Liquid Color Cyan Blue Odor Slight Solubility in Water Miscible pH About 8 Specific Gravity About 1 Other Information Flash Point gt 93 3 C gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL Not Available UEL Not Available Autoignition Temperature Not Available 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions Incompatibility with Other Materials None reasonably foreseeable Decomposition Decomposition does not occur during normal use DIJO1333 DuPont Artistri Page 9 of 12 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink Polymerization Polymerization will not occur 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Animal Data No data available for product 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicological Information 13 No data available for product DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste Disposal 14 15 DO NOT DISCARD INTO ANY SEWERS INTO ANY BODY OF WATER OR ON THE GROUND Treatment storage transportation and disposal must be in accor
99. limits which are lower than the AEL are in effect such limits shall take precedence DIJO1321 DuPont Artistri Page 7 of 10 Revised 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink 9 ARTISTRI P5910 WHITE PIGMENT INK PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Physical Data Form Liquid Color White Odor Slight Solubility in Water Miscible pH About 7 8 Specific Gravity About 1 1 Other Information 10 Flash Point gt 93 3 C gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL e ns UEL 15 3 Autoignition Temperature 398 C STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions Incompatibility with Other Materials None reasonably foreseeable Decomposition Decomposition does not occur during normal use Polymerization Polymerization will not occur DIJO1321 DuPont Artistri Page 8 of 10 Revised 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5910 WHITE PIGMENT INK 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Animal Data No data available for product 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicological Information No data available for product 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste Disposal DO NOT DISCARD INTO ANY SEWERS INTO ANY BODY OF WATER OR ON THE GROUND Treatment storage transportation and disposal must be in accordance with applicable Federal State Provincial and Local laws and regulations 14 TRA
100. ling or bunching the print You should end up with the print on your garment facing you 65 Printed Documentation Heat Press Settings Printing inks require heat treatment after printing The most common method is using a heat press because of size cost and efficiency To fix the ink onto the garment with heat treatment place the garment on a heat press with the printed side up Spread it flat on the heat press minding not to touch the wet ink or allow the garment to fold over on itself touching the wet ink Cover it with a sheet of heat press paper being careful not to drag the paper or smudge the wet ink There are three types of heat press paper Wi Treated parchment paper for a matte finish Wi Coated craft paper for matte finish Wi Teflon paper for a shiny finish If you reduce the heat press temperature you must increase the time If you are using a textile oven or conveyor dryer you can set the temperature lower but you will have to increase the time Settings and results vary depending on the manufacturer and brand of your conveyor dryer see manufacturer recommendations Heat treatment below 300 F is not recommended Curing the Printed Product Dark colored shirts white ink underlay 1 Make sure the heat press is set at the following settings a 330 340 b 90 seconds c Light pressure 10 12 psi or the number 3 displayed on the automatic heat presses 2 Hover the heat press over the shirt for 10 seco
101. m salts in various tissues after long term dietary intake of ethylene glycol Cancer Information Ethylene glycol did not cause cancer in long term animal studies Teratology Birth Defects Based on animal studies ingestion of very large amounts of ethylene glycol appears to be the major and possibly only route of exposure to produce birth defects Exposures by inhalation tested nose only in animals to prevent ingestion or skin contact the primary routes of occupational exposure had minimal or essentially no effect on the fetus Reproductive Effects Ingestion of large amounts of ethylene glycol has been shown to interfere with reproduction in animals Specifically growth retardation and decreased litter size in rats and mice and mating frequency in mice were observed HUMECTANT Eye Contact May cause slight transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Skin Contact Prolonged or repeated exposure not likely to cause significant skin irritation A single prolonged exposure is not likely to result in the material being absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts Inhalation At room temperature vapors are minimal due to physical properties If heated or sprayed as an aerosol airborne material may cause upper respiratory irritation Ingestion Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be extremely low Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury swall
102. m to create colors Many of the discrepancies noticed from an image on screen and that same image printed on paper or a shirt can be explained and in many cases avoided by understanding these two systems What Color Really Is Visible light is the very small portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that most humans can see It is composed of energy waves of different lengths As these wavelengths very different colors of light is perceived White light like sunlight actually contains many colors If viewed through a prism or more commonly a few raindrops those colors are separated and can be viewed as a rainbow 45 Printed Documentation Additive Color System RGB The additive color system works with projected light Computer monitors and televisions use this model Light comes from the screen and is viewed by people directly with nothing reflecting the light The primary colors of the additive system are Red Green and Blue When mixed red and green create yellow green and blue create cyan and blue and red create magenta When all three primaries are combined white light is created Black is produced by the absence of any light Computer monitors use tiny dois of red green and blue light to create all of the colors seen on screen By varying the intensity of each dot of light a wide range of colors can be produced Subtractive Color System CMY Objects that do not emit light create color by absorbing some colors of the l
103. mages become especially useful when printing on a colored product Printing an image with a solid background can result in printing a block of color around the image Using a transparent background can eliminate that block although some RIP software have the ability to remove solid backgrounds without editing the image Different Levels of Support Not all file formats treat transparent alpha channels equally Files like TIF PNG and PSD allow for different levels of transparency GIF files only support 0 or 100 transparency There is nothing in between Pixels are either completely transparent or completely opaque If the image has an area of color that is fading from opaque to transparent this format will not work well Files like JPG don t support transparency at all They always appear with a color in the background In the example below three different file tyoes were placed on a light grey background The JPG has a white box around it The PNG has a transparent background and is able to show multiple levels of transparency in the drop shadow The GIF has a transparent background but is unable to represent the subtleties in the drop shadow The shadow just disappears 53 Printed Documentation File Extensions Many different file formats can be used for printing Below is a list of some of the more common extensions along with a few pros and cons of each one Vector Raster TIF Raster TIFF JPG Raster
104. matically adjusts the height of the table Shift operation button Used prior to other keys to access additional functions Press within 10 seconds of any other button to enable the first function line on the button and the respective attributes Moves the table out With Shift enables the automatic table movement for dark shirts Moves the table in Moves the table automatically to the load position Moves the table automatically to the home or print ready position With Shift disables the automatic table movement for dark shirts 19 Printed Documentation Other 20 LIMIT E EA STATUS The large green button function is an exact duplicate of the HOME button Wi When button is lit press to send table to the print position Ef When button is unlit the button is off LED lights for Limit Error Copies and Status The keyboard is only active when the status LED remains on Status LED Light Indication EJ ON control panel is available WI OFF device is switched off Wi FLASHING the printer is busy Wi FLASHING SLOWLY printer is in diagnostic mode C P LED Light Indication Wi ON many copies are in the spool Wi FLASHING FAST When the SHIFT button is pressed the C P LED will flash quickly for ten seconds This indicates the time in which the user can utilize the function buttons Wi FLASHING SLOWLY the function 1 is enabled and there are no copies Wi OFF there is no function enabled and the
105. minutes Call a physician INGESTION Ingestion is not an expected route of exposure during normal use of the product If ingested consult a physician o FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Flammable Properties Flash Point gt 93 3 C gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL Not Available UEL Not Available Autoignition Temperature Not Available Product is a nonflammable water based solution Hazardous combustion products gases vapors produced in fire can include carbon monoxide carbon dioxide nitrogen oxides oxides of copper and smoke Extinguishing Media Use media appropriate for surrounding material Fire Fighting Instructions This product is not flammable Use normal firefighting procedures for the area 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Safeguards Personnel NOTE Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING PERSONNEL sections before proceeding with clean up Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean up Initial Containment Dike spill DIJO1333 DuPont Artistri Page 6 of 12 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink Spill Clean Up Soak up with absorbent material 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Personnel Avoid contact with eyes skin or clothing 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS PERSONAL PROTECTION Personal Protective Equipment EYE FACE PROTECTION Wear safety glasses Wear coverall chemical splash goggles and face s
106. mputer aided drafting programs l Because these files are composed of math based lines and shapes they are easily scaled up or down without any loss of quality 50 Graphics Preparation Raster Art Raster art files are created using small squares of color called pixels These pixels are placed in a specific grid pattern to create an image These files are usually created by scanners digital cameras and image editing software programs This type of file is best for more illustrative or photographic images If the design is scaled up the pixels in the image are also enlarged This can result in a loss of quality and a blocky appearance to your image Because of this the resolution of the image directly correlates to the quality of the print 300 dpi or dots per inch will usually result in a good quality image 72 dpi while standard for images on the internet will usually produce less than desirable results when printed 91 Printed Documentation Image Resolution Raster images are comprised of small squares or pixels The number of pixels making up an image help determine the sharpness of the image If there are too few pixels in an image the edges of shapes in the image will start to look jagged or grainy Resolution is often referred to as the number of units per inch The unit tends to change depending on the process For printing resolution is often referred to as dots per inch or dpi On a computer screen the resol
107. n removed The tray is inside but not all the way back No objecis or tools are placed on the tray Tal Tal Wi The cartridges are filled with ink and properly inserted into their respective bays Tal White inks must be shaken for 3 5 seconds Initial Powering Up of the Printer To power up the printer Shake the white ink cartridges for 3 5 seconds 2 Press the power buiton 3 After powering up an automatic ink charge will be initiated Do not do anything with the printer until the initial ink charge is completed 4 After the initial ink charge perform a nozzle check to confirm that all the ink channels were filled correctly See the nozzle check section of this document for instructions If the automatic ink charge is not initiated after start up you must manually charge the inks by completing at least 3 power cleans from the printer control panel After the power cleans perform a nozzle check If the nozzle check is not perfect perform one or two more power cleans until the nozzle check is perfect For reference see the nozzle check and power clean sections 39 Performing a Nozzle Check Nozzle checks are performed to check the performance of the print head nozzles To perform a nozzle check 1 Move the table to the load position by pressing the Eject button on the table control panel EJECT 2 Place a transparent film page at the top left corner of the table 3 Adjust the height of the table b
108. nds this will help cure the inks before applying pressure this is similar to the flash technique used in screen printing 3 Carefully cover the ink with parchment or kraft paper and close the press Do not slide the paper into place as that will smear the inks White or light colored shirts no white ink 1 Make sure the heat press is set at the following settings a 360 to 370 use a temperature in this range that does not scorch the garment b 25 seconds c Medium pressure 40psi the number 4 or 5 displayed on the new automatic heat presses 2 You do not need to hover since this is only 1 layer of ink CMYK 3 Carefully cover the ink with unbleached paper and close the press Do not slide the paper into place as that will smear the inks Teflon sheets will cause the final product to have a shiny look the recommended paper above will give the image a matte look 66 Garment Care Instructions Garment Care Instructions As with all decorated garmenis you will prolong the life of the shirt by washing with the following recommendations Turn the shirt inside out Wash in cold water Dry on delicate cycle Do not use bleach Hea El 6 Ink Storage and Handling Y dy Ae A El When handling inks wear gloves Avoid skin and eye contact with inks If ink does get on your skin wash skin thoroughly with soap and water If ink gets in your eyes flush them our immediately with water Store the ink and ink
109. ng the 2 5mm Metric Hex Driver 94 Table Options 3 Leave the Front Long Table Interface Bracket in place as is 4 Mount the Rear Long Table Interface Bracket you removed in step 2 above in the location shown below using two 2 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws 99 Printed Documentation 5 Align the Universal T Shirt Table as shown in the picture below and secure it to the Table Support using four 4 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws JET Ta HAAN Rafa Tham eA er P hed TAL Es Oar hee Gr re La OTe EE eae When shipped the tables may be covered in a protective film This film should be removed before use Most of the images in this section show the tables with the protective film 96 Large T Shirt Table 42x60cm Tools needed for installation Wi 2 5mm Metric Hex Driver Wi 3mm Metric Hex Driver Needed Parts Wi T Shirt Table Large Wi Four 4 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws Installation Instructions 1 Remove the Standard Frame Table from the machine Table Options a Loosen and remove the hardware 4 screws at each corner of the table using the 3mm Metric Hex Driver 97 Printed Documentation b Remove the Standard Frame Table and store it in a secure location 2 Align the Large T Shirt Table as shown in the picture below and secure it to the Table Support using four 4 M4 Countersunk Hex Screws When shipped the tables may be covered in a protective film This film should be removed
110. nimal studies Teratology Birth defects are unlikely Exposures having no adverse effects on the mother should have no effect on the fetus Reproductive Effects Reproductive effects seen in female animals are believed to be due to altered nutritional status resulting from extremely high doses in their diets Similar effects have been seen in animals fed synthetic diets DIJO1335 DuPont Artistri Page 4 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK POLYGLYCOL ETHER Eye Contact May cause slight transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Skin Contact Prolonged or repeated exposure not likely to cause significant skin irritation A single prolonged exposure is not likely to result in the material being absorbed through skin in harmful amounts Prolonged or repeated exposure to very large amounts of component s in this product may cause narcosis drowsiness Ingestion single dose oral toxicity is considered to be low Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury swallowing amounts larger than that may cause injury Inhalation Single exposure to vapors is not likely to be hazardous Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Signs and symptoms of excessive exposure may be anesthetic or narcotic effects Teratology Birth Defects Birth defects are unlikely Even exposure have an adverse effect on the mother should h
111. nk ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK European Union Regulations EU Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or are exempt from listing on the EINECS chemical inventory Transport Information This product is not classified as dangerous within the meaning of transport regulations Labeling This product does not need to be labeled in accordance with EC Directive 1999 45 EC Switzerland Switzerland VOC Regulations Ordinance 814 018 Verordnung Uber die Lenkungsabgabe auf fluchtigen organischen Verbindungen as of 28 December 2000 This product is exempt from Swiss VOC regulations 16 OTHER INFORMATION HMIS Rating Health 1 Flammability 1 Reactivity The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process MSDS Contact Information Global Product Stewardship and Regulatory Affairs DuPont Ink Jet and Specialty Colorants DuPont Electronic and Communication Technologies Barley Mill Plaza Wilmington DE U S A 1 302 695 9682 U S A Revision History Key 18 July 2008 New MSDS ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists AEL Acceptable Exposure Limit DuPont DIJO1335 DuPont Artistri Page 11 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK Cmpds Compounds DOT Department of Transportation U S A
112. nsible Department Regulatory Affairs Telephone 49 0 202 529 2385 Telefax 49 0 202 529 2804 E mail address sds competence deu dupont com For further information please also consult our Internet site http www dupont com Section 2 Hazards identification The mixture is non dangerous in accordance with Directive 1999 45 EC 2 1 Classification of the substance or mixture Classification of the mixture Not applicable 2 2 Label elements S phrase s S23 Do not breathe vapour 38 In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory equipment Section 3 Composition information on ingredients 3 1 Substances This product is a mixture Health hazard information is based on its components 3 2 Mixtures Chemical characterization Mixture of synthetic resins pigments and solvents Hazardous components Substances presenting a health or environmental hazard within the meaning of the DSD 67 548 EEC and or EC 1272 2008 title Il and annex VI as amended by EC 790 2009 Copyright 2011 E I du Pont de Nemours and Company All rights reserved Copies may be made only for those using DuPont products 6000 4064 SAFETY DATA SHEET 6000 4064 v1 0 Revision Date 2012 07 09 according to 1907 2006 EC as amended by 453 2010 EC Print Date 2012 07 09 en EU Page 2 8 CAS 107 21 1 ethanediol EC 203 473 3 REACh no registration number available 5 00 lt 7 00 Classification Xn R22 VIM Acute Tox 4 H302 C
113. o adverse effects on the mother should have no effect on the fetus Reproductive Effects Reproductive effects seen in female animals are believed to be due to altered nutritional status resulting from extremely high doses in their diets Similar effects have been seen in animals fed synthetic diets Carcinogenicity Information The following components are listed by IARC NTP OSHA or ACGIH as carcinogens None DIJO1321 DuPont Artistri Page 4 of 10 Revised 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5910 WHITE PIGMENT INK 4 FIRST AID MEASURES First Aid INHALATION If inhaled remove to fresh air If not breathing give artificial respiration If breathing is difficult give oxygen Call a physician SKIN CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing Consult a physician Wash contaminated clothing before reuse EYE CONTACT In case of contact immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes Call a physician INGESTION Ingestion is not an expected route of exposure during normal use of the product If ingested consult a physician 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Flammable Properties Flash Point gt 93 3 C gt 200 F Method Closed Cup Approximate Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL 13 2 UEL 15 3 Autoignition Temperature 398 C Product is a nonflammable water based solution
114. o much is in the cartridges e Ifthe cartridges are overfilled there could be too much pressure in the ink lines and ink could be forced out of the print head Cartridges should be filled below the maximum Ink line Altitude is affecting the ink pressure e Higher altitudes can affect the pressure in and around the ink system If you are experiencing a large amount of issues and are at a higher altitude fill the ink cartridges with a lesser amount The printer is not level e If the printer is not level the ink system will not be level either This will also have an effect on the pressure in and around the ink system Make sure the printer is level Faulty cartridges e Change the ink cartridges and contact Melco Tech The dampers are faulty or expired e Order replacement dampers and contact Melco Tech Possible Solutions wf E pa pa pa 122 Always adjust the table height Clean the capping station on a regular basis Clean debris from around the print head on a regular basis Keep the printer level Don t overfill the ink cartridges Transporting The Printer Print head clogging issues Possible Causes and Solutions Wi The capping station is dirty and either not cleaning the print head completely or adding more debris to the print head and causing the print head to become clogged e Thoroughly clean the capping station and the wiper blade as described in the daily or weekly maintenance procedures WI
115. on is provided for each hazardous component of the mixture to meet requirements of OSHA s Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910 1200 The effects noted occur from exposure to the pure component unless otherwise noted INFORMATION FOR COMPONENTS ALIPHATIC ALCOHOL Eye Contact May cause slight eye irritation Skin Contact May cause slight skin irritation Not expected to be absorbed through the Skin Inhalation Breathing of spray or mist may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract Ingestion This material has a low order of acute oral toxicity based on animal data ETHYLENE GLYCOL Eye Contact May cause slight transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Vapors or mists may cause eye irritation Skin Contact Essentially nonirritating to skin Repeated skin exposure to large quantities may result in absorption of harmful amounts Inhalation At room temperature exposure to vapors are minimal due to physical properties higher temperatures may generate vapor levels sufficient to cause adverse effects DIJO1334 DuPont Artistri Page 3 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK Ingestion Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be moderate Excessive exposure may cause central nervous system effects cardiopulmonary effects metabolic acidosis and kidney failure Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to ca
116. on the printer control panel for 3 seconds This cause the machine to perform a small cycle and then it will release the print head The printer control panel display will switch off Menu a dsc 3 Open the printer cover and slide the unlocked print head to the left side of the printer and off of the capping station 4 Pour a bit of cleaning solution into a small container This will be used with a swab to clean the wiper and capping station This will prevent the contamination of the larger container of cleaning fluid 5 Carefully clean around the capping station and the wiper blade with a cleaning applicator dipped in the cleaning solution from the small container in step 4 above Make sure that the rubber parts of both the wiper and the capping station are always clean and free from any ink dried ink dust or dirt These two are the only parts of the printer that contact the print head Keeping these clean will help ensure quality prints 71 Printed Documentation 6 After cleaning the capping station and wiper use a syringe or dropper to fill the capping station with clean cleaning fluid a Y 7 Press the SHIFT and then the DOWN F2 button on the table control panel to exit the maintenance mode After exiting maintenance mode the print head will move back over the capping station and perform one normal head cleaning so that the cleaning solution will be able to clean the cap the pump and the tubes
117. only for those using DuPont products 6000 4064 SAFETY DATA SHEET 6000 4064 v1 0 Revision Date 2012 07 09 according to 1907 2006 EC as amended by 453 2010 EC Print Date 2012 07 09 en EU Page 4 8 Do not store together with explosives compressed liquefied and pressurised gases aerosols flammable liquids oxidizing products non combustible toxic products and infectious products Section 8 Exposure controls personal protection 8 1 Control parameters DNEL CAS No Chemical Name End Use Exposure Fre Type Value routes quency of exposure 107 21 1 ethanediol Workers Dermal Long term Systemic effects 106 mg kg Workers Inhalative Long term Local effects 35 mg m3 PNEC CAS No Chemical Name Compartment Type Value 107 21 1 ethanediol Aquatic Sediment 1 53 mg kg Aquatic Fresh water 10 mg l Aquatic Sea water 1 mg l Occupational exposure limits CAS No Chemical Name Time Type Value Note Source 107 21 1 ethanediol 15min JOELV15 104 mg cm3 Skin 15min JOELV15 40 ppm Skin 8 hr IOELV8 52 mg cm3 Skin 8 hr IOELV8 20 ppm Skin 8 2 Exposure controls Additional technical information on the plant Provide adequate ventilation This should be achieved by a good general extraction and if practically feasible by the use of a local exhaust ventilation If these are not sufficient to maintain concentrations of particulates and solvent vapour below the OEL suitable respiratory protection must be worn Mask with gas filter type A EN 141
118. opriate height It will then eject itself AUTO 3 Occasionally the auto adjust will be slightly too high for the edge of the table Pressing the Home button will send the table to the print position If the limit LED lights the down button 63 Printed Documentation must be pressed DOWN lf the garment it is too far from the nozzle plate the print quality will suffer and ink over spray will be visible If the garment is too close to the nozzle plate there is risk of the print head touching the garment which could make the print head unusable Proper table height is critical to quality prints and to continued function of your printer Never adjust table height while the table platen is in the print position as you may strike the print head with the garment causing irreparable damage to the print head 64 Garment Care Instructions Remove Garment The ink on your garment is wet after printing be careful not to touch the wet ink or allow the garment to touch the wet ink This will smear the print Once the print job has completed the table will move out to the load position providing you with access to remove the garment Gently lift the platen frame if using it to gain access to the garment When you remove the garment it is recommended that with your back to the printer you grab the garment at the shoulders using two hands and slide it from the printing table in a smooth and even motion to avoid wrink
119. or Upper Flammable Limit United States of America Volatile Organic Compound s Workplace Environmental Exposure Level End of MSDS DIJO1335 DuPont Artistri Page 1 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product Name ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK Product Use Ink Jet Printing Ink Company Identification MANUFACTURER DISTRIBUTOR DuPont Ink Jet and Specialty Colorants DuPont Electronic and Communication Technologies Barley Mill Plaza Wilmington DE USA PHONE NUMBERS Product Safety Health and Environmental Information 1 302 695 9682 8 a m 5 p m ET M F U S A Transport Emergency CHEMTREC 1 800 424 9300 24 hours U S A Medical Emergency 1 800 441 3637 24 hours U S A 2 COMPOSITION INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Components by weight Material CAS Number Water 7732 18 5 40 93 Aliphatic Alcohol gi 1 10 Ethylene Glycol 107 21 1 1 10 Humectant e 1 10 Polyglycol Ether ii 1 10 Polymers e 1 10 Melamine i 1 5 Yellow Pigment i 1 5 Disclosure as a toxic chemical is required under Section 313 of Title Ill of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR part 372 Components Remarks The specific identity for each component not identified by a CAS Registry Number is withheld as a trade secret DIJO1335 DuPont Artistri Page 2 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Serie
120. ors or mists may cause eye irritation Skin Contact Essentially nonirritating to skin Repeated skin exposure to large quantities may result in absorption of harmful amounts Inhalation At room temperature exposure to vapors are minimal due to physical properties higher temperatures may generate vapor levels sufficient to cause adverse effects DIJO1335 DuPont Artistri Page 3 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK Ingestion Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be moderate Excessive exposure may cause central nervous system effects cardiopulmonary effects metabolic acidosis and kidney failure Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury however swallowing amounts larger than that may cause serious injury even death Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Excessive exposure may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract Observations in animals include kidney and lever effects and deposition of calcium salts in various tissues after long term dietary intake of ethylene glycol Cancer Information Ethylene glycol did not cause cancer in long term animal studies Teratology Birth Defects Based on animal studies ingestion of very large amounts of ethylene glycol appears to be the major and possibly only route of exposure to produce birth defects Exposures by inhalation tested nose only in animals to prevent ingestion
121. ot identified by a CAS Registry Number is withheld as a trade secret DIJ01332 DuPont Artistri Page 2 of 9 July 15 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5001 PIGMENT PRETREATMENT SOLUTION 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Potential Health Effects THIS PRODUCT CAN BE USED SAFELY WHEN USED AS DIRECTED AND WHEN APPLICABLE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE FOLLOWED POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS FROM PRODUCT Potential routes of overexposure to this product are skin contact eye contact and inhalation of vapor Ingestion is not expected to be a significant route of exposure for this product under normal use conditions There is no toxicity data available for this specific formulation Any potential hazards are presumed to be due to exposure to the components ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS Since this mixture has not been tested as a whole to determine the hazards by all routes of exposure information is provided for each hazardous component of the mixture to meet requirements of OSHA s Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910 1200 The effects noted occur from exposure to the pure component unless otherwise noted INFORMATION FOR COMPONENTS INORGANIC SALT Eye Contact Immediate effects of overexposure may include eye irritation with tearing pain or blurred vision Skin Contact Short term overexposure may cause irritation with itching burning redness swelling or rash Prolonged contact may cause irritation with burns or possibly blist
122. ould follow the daily and weekly maintenance 1 Power down and unplug the printer 2 Pour a bit of cleaning solution into a small container This will be used with a swab to clean the wiper and capping station This will prevent the contamination of the larger container of cleaning fluid 3 Open the printer cover and apply prepare to slide the print head to the left 4 Release the print head in the following steps a Locate the maintenance cover window on the right side of the printer Slide it to the left and open b Press the gear slightly in and rotate counter clockwise As you rotate the gear apply slight pressure to the print head with the intent of sliding it to the left Continue to rotate the gear until the print head is freed and slid to the left c Move the print head by had to the far left side of the printer This will allow you free access to the carriage area 76 Maintenance 5 Clean the linear encoder strip a C Locate the linear encoder strip The linear encoder strip is a thing film that contains the encoding information for the print head This information indicates where the print head is when moving horizontally This strip may get a bit dirty from dust or an excess of ink during printing Clean the strip using a soft lint free cloth and a solution of 50 isopropyl alcohol and 50 distilled water Fold the cloth and gently pinch the strip between the plies of the cloth Slide back
123. oving the Printer to Another Position Please make sure you have performed the following procedures before moving the printer 1 Switch off the printer and remove the power cable and data cable 2 Empty the maintenance tank and put it back in the printer 3 Attach the shipping fixture to prevent the table from shifting Two or more people are required to lift the printer Review all warnings in the Safety Instructions section 127 Material Safety Data Sheets 129 DIJO 1333 DuPont Artistri 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product Name ARTISTRI P5100 CYAN PIGMENT INK Product Use Ink Jet Printing Ink Company Identification MANUFACTURER DISTRIBUTOR DuPont Ink Jet and Specialty Colorants DuPont Electronic and Communication Technologies Barley Mill Plaza Wilmington DE USA PHONE NUMBERS Product Safety Health and Page 1 of 12 Environmental Information 1 302 695 9682 8 a m 5 p m ET M F U S A Transport Emergency CHEMTREC 1 800 424 9300 24 hours U S A Medical Emergency 1 800 441 3637 24 hours U S A 2 COMPOSITION INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Components by weight Material CAS Number Water 7132 18 5 Aliphatic Alcohol Ethylene Glycol 107 21 1 Humectant Polyglycol Ether Polymers Melamine Blue Pigment k k k k k k Copper as an integral part of the pigment
124. ower Explosive Limit or Lower Flammable Limit Monday through Friday North America National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health U S A National Occupational Health and Safety Commission Worksafe Australia Not Otherwise Specified National Toxicology Program U S A Occupational Exposure Limit Occupational Safety and Health Administration U S A Permissible Exposure Limit Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances NIOSH Short Term Exposure Limit Threshold Limit Value Toxic Substances Control Act U S A Time weighted Average Upper Explosive Limit or Upper Flammable Limit United States of America Volatile Organic Compound s Workplace Environmental Exposure Level End of MSDS DIJO1333 DuPont Artistri Page 12 of 12 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink DIJO1334 DuPont Artistri Page 1 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product Name ARTISTRI P5200 MAGENTA PIGMENT INK Product Use Ink Jet Printing Ink Company Identification MANUFACTURER DISTRIBUTOR DuPont Imaging Technologies DuPont Electronic and Communication Technologies Barley Mill Plaza Wilmington DE USA PHONE NUMBERS Product Safety Health and Environmental Information 1 302 695 9682 8 a m 5 p m ET M F U S A Transport Emergency CHEMTREC 1 800 424 9300 24 hours U S A Medi
125. owing amount larger than that may cause injury Signs and symptoms of excessive exposure may be central nervous system effects and increased blood sugar levels Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Repeated excessive exposure may cause increased fat levels in blood Observations in animals include kidney liver and gastrointestinal effects with very large oral doses Cancer Information Did not cause cancer in long term animal studies Teratology Birth defects are unlikely Exposures having no adverse effects on the mother should have no effect on the fetus Reproductive Effects Reproductive effects seen in female animals are believed to be due to altered nutritional status resulting from extremely high doses in their diets Similar effects have been seen in animals fed synthetic diets DIJO1333 DuPont Artistri Page 4 of 12 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink P5100 Cyan Pigment Ink POLYGLYCOL ETHER Eye Contact May cause slight transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Skin Contact Prolonged or repeated exposure not likely to cause significant skin irritation A single prolonged exposure is not likely to result in the material being absorbed through skin in harmful amounts Prolonged or repeated exposure to very large amounts of componeni s in this product may cause narcosis drowsiness Ingestion single dose oral toxicity is considered to be low Small amounts swallowed incidental to norm
126. p or maintenance tank not reset 125 Printed Documentation Paper Error press the down button load paper correctly Possible Causes Wi There is a wrong setting in the printer setup properties Possible Solutions Wi This error appears when a setting inside the printer menu has been changed This setting is the Printer Setup gt PPR SIZE CHECK which always needs to be OFF 1 Power down the printer Start the printer in diagnostic mode F1 Power on Locate the setting in the printer control panel menu Enter the printer setup properties and check for the setting PPR SIZE CHECK Set it to OFF Restart the printer in normal mode gt ore 0 Service call 150C Possible Causes Wi There is a wrong operation in the printer startup Possible Solutions Wi This error message indicates that the gear system which moves the print head during the initialization cannot function properly If after a simple restart the problem persists contact Melco Tech for information on removing the gear system and resizing the spring inside Service call 1226 Possible Causes E Wrong table movement has been detected during startup Possible Solutions Wi This error appears when the user doesn t press SHIFT F1 when the load paper message appears and instead presses the HOME button It can also appear after the Load Paper Correctly message in this case the table will move suddenly to the back of the printer where it will reach th
127. plicable Federal State Provincial and Local laws and regulations 14 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive DOT Domestic Surface U S A Not regulated ICAO IATA Air Not regulated IMO IMDG Ocean Not regulated 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive selected regulations represented U S Regulations Federal Regulations TSCA Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or exempt from listing on the TSCA 8 b chemical inventory State Regulations State Right To Know WARNING SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM California Proposition 65 Formaldehyde 50 00 0 lt 0 02 wt European Union Regulations EU Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or are exempt from listing on the EINECS chemical inventory DIJ01332 DuPont Artistri Page 8 of 9 July 15 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5001 PIGMENT PRETREATMENT SOLUTION Transport Information This product is not classified as dangerous within the meaning of transport regulations Labeling This product does not need to be labeled in accordance with EC Directive 1999 45 EC Switzerland Switzerland VOC Regulations Ordinance 814 018 Verordnung Uber die Lenkungsabgabe auf fluchtigen organischen Verbindungen as of 28 December 2000 This product is exempt from Swiss VOC regulations 16 OTHER
128. position does not occur during normal use Polymerization Polymerization will not occur 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Animal Data No data available for product 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicological Information DIJO1335 DuPont Artistri Page 9 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK No data available for product 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste Disposal DO NOT DISCARD INTO ANY SEWERS INTO ANY BODY OF WATER OR ON THE GROUND Treatment storage transportation and disposal must be in accordance with applicable Federal State Provincial and Local laws and regulations 14 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive DOT Domestic Surface U S A Not regulated ICAO IATA Air Not regulated IMO IMDG Ocean Not regulated 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION Not meant to be all inclusive selected regulations represented U S Regulations Federal Regulations TSCA Inventory Status All components of this product are listed or exempt from listing on the TSCA 8 b chemical inventory TSCA Section 12 b Export Notification This product can contain Tetrahydrofuran 109 99 9 lt 0 08 State Regulations State Right To Know Warning This product contains substances known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm DIJO1335 DuPont Artistri Page 10 of 11 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment I
129. r spraying of the material RESPIRATORS Respirators are not needed with proper ventilation Wear an approved respirator e g an organic vapor respirator or a self breathing apparatus whenever exposure to aerosol mist spray fume or vapor exceed the exposure limit s of any chemical substance listed in this MSDS DIJ01332 July 15 2008 DuPont Artistri Page 5 of 9 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5001 PIGMENT PRETREATMENT SOLUTION PROTECTIVE CLOTHING If there is potential for significant dermal contact wear appropriate impervious clothing and gloves Applicable Exposure Limits and Exposure Data WATER PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr INORGANIC SALT PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LDso rabbit dermal LCso rat inhalation 4 hr FORMALDEHYDE STEL OSHA TWA OSHA ACTION LEVEL OSHA STEL ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LDso rabbit dermal None Established None Established None Established gt 90 mL kg RTECS No data available None Established None Established 7 mg m 8 amp 12 Hr TWA 900 2 100 mg kg supplier gt 5 000 mg kg Supplier No data available 2 ppm 0 75 ppm 0 5 ppm 0 3 ppm CEILING 0 5 ppm 8 and 12 Hr TWA 1 0 ppm 15 minute TWA 100 mg kg supplier 270 mg kg supplier AEL is DuPont s Acceptable Exposure Limit Wh
130. re are no copies Printer Setup Printer Location The location of the printer can impact print quality as well as ease of use When selecting a location for the Melco G3 consider the following Is the surface level and stable The surface on which the printer seis should be able to support the full weight of the printer approximately 175lbs and a table that can support more is much preferred The surface should be at least 28 x 26 71cm x 66cm and level The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle Is the height comfortable Does the surface place the printer at a height that is comfortable for you You will need to easily interact with the printer control panel the table control panel and the table where garmenis are loaded Is there enough space You will need room to move around the machine and reach all sides of the printer The front of the machine must have enough room for the table to extend out and for you to load a garment to be printed Avoid drafts such as fans or open windows The Melco G3 prints by dropping tiny droplets of ink onto the garment surface Should there be a strong enough air movement it could displace the ink droplets before they contact the garment surface The could potentially lead to poor print quality or a slightly blurry image Is the area well lit It is important to have a well lit work area but avoid direct sunlight Direct sunlight can affect the sensors as w
131. route of exposure for this product under normal use conditions There is no toxicity data available for this specific formulation Any potential hazards are presumed to be due to exposure to the components ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS Since this mixture has not been tested as a whole to determine the hazards by all routes of exposure information is provided for each hazardous component of the mixture to meet requirements of OSHA s Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910 1200 The effects noted occur from exposure to the pure component unless otherwise noted INFORMATION FOR COMPONENTS ALIPHATIC ALCOHOL Eye Contact May cause slight eye irritation Skin Contact May cause slight skin irritation Not expected to be absorbed through the Skin Inhalation Breathing of spray or mist may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract Ingestion This material has a low order of acute oral toxicity based on animal data ETHYLENE GLYCOL Eye Contact May cause slight transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Vapors or mists may cause eye irritation Skin Contact Essentially nonirritating to skin Repeated skin exposure to large quantities may result in absorption of harmful amounts Inhalation At room temperature exposure to vapors are minimal due to physical properties higher temperatures may generate vapor levels sufficient to cause adverse effects DIJO1336 DuPont Artistri Page 3 of 10 18 Jul
132. s Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5300 YELLOW PIGMENT INK 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Potential Health Effects THIS PRODUCT CAN BE USED SAFELY WHEN USED AS DIRECTED AND WHEN APPLICABLE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE FOLLOWED POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS FROM PRODUCT Potential routes of overexposure to this product are skin contact eye contact and inhalation of vapor Ingestion is not expected to be a significant route of exposure for this product under normal use conditions There is no toxicity data available for this specific formulation Any potential hazards are presumed to be due to exposure to the components ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS Since this mixture has not been tested as a whole to determine the hazards by all routes of exposure information is provided for each hazardous component of the mixture to meet requirements of OSHA s Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910 1200 The effects noted occur from exposure to the pure component unless otherwise noted INFORMATION FOR COMPONENTS ALIPHATIC ALCOHOL Eye Contact May cause slight eye irritation Skin Contact May cause slight skin irritation Not expected to be absorbed through the Skin Inhalation Breathing of spray or mist may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract Ingestion This material has a low order of acute oral toxicity based on animal data ETHYLENE GLYCOL Eye Contact May cause slight transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Vap
133. s is why you can create an incredibly vibrant green on screen but when it is printed it may look darker and less brilliant In the example below the image is shown in both RGB and CMYK The differences can be drastic Avoiding Printing Surprises To lessen the differences in an image on screen and the one printed by a printer there are a couple of steps that can be taken Know the color space Make sure that when creating an image only colors that can be reproduced by a CMYK printer are used Many graphics programs have a color mode or workspace setting that can be changed from RGB to CMYK Try creating in a CMYK environment or with CMYK color mixers Some RIP software or programs process RGB files better than CMYK If that is the case create the image using CMYK and convert it to RGB before saving 47 Printed Documentation Process Printing Process printing refers to the process of printing images using the subtractive color model Usually the process uses the primary colors of cyan magenta and yellow printed on a white ground to create a full color image The blacks created by using all three of these colors are often pale and dirty To create cleaner and richer images black ink is often added to the process This creates an image using CMYK or the four color process method This process uses very tiny dots of those primary colors These dots are optically mixed by the viewer to create a wide range of colors This proc
134. sition by pressing the Eject button on the table control panel EJECT 2 Place a transparent film page at the top left corner of the table 3 Adjust the height of the table by pressing the Auto button on the table control panel AUTO 4 Move the table to the print position by pressing the Home button on the table control panel HOME 5 Use the buttons on the printer control panel to navigate the menu and perform a nozzle check a Press the menu button right arrow Menu AeA dec b Scroll down to Test Print and press the right arrow to continue 1214507090 hs 89 Printed Documentation c Scroll down to Nozzle Check and press the right arrow to continue J 4 oS eee a 123450678040 dy d Use the right arrow to select the Manual option AAFASOrOS A e Press the enter key to select the Print option O ELECO gt 6 Anozzle check will be printed A perfect nozzle check should look like the one below Make sure that the ink assignment is correct and as shown If you see any gaps as shown below perform a power cleaning from the printer control panel To perform a power clean see the power clean section of this document 90 Maintenance Performing a Power Clean Power cleans may need to be commanded for the following reasons Wi to clear a clogged nozzle in the case of a poor nozzle check EW to charge the ink lines should an automatic in
135. so rat inhalation 4 hr MELAMINE PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH AEL DuPont LDso rat oral LCso rat inhalation 4 hr CARBON BLACK PIGMENT PEL OSHA TLV ACGIH Applicable Exposure Limits and Exposure Data None Established None Established None Established gt 90 mL kg RTECS No data available None Established None Established None Established gt 5 000 mg kg Supplier No data available None Established Ceiling 100 mg m aerosol 50 ppm 8 Hr TWA vapor 52 mg m 20 ppm skin STEL 104 mg m 40 ppm 4 700 mg kg RTECS 9 530 uL kg RTECS gt 200 mg m RTECS None Established None Established None Established gt 3 200 mg kg Supplier gt 20 mL kg Supplier No data available None Established None Established None Established No data available No data available None Established None Established None Established gt 5 000 mg kg Supplier gt 20 mg L Supplier 3 5 mg m 8 Hr TWA 3 5 mg m 8 Hr TWA A4 Not Classifiable DIJO1336 DuPont Artistri Page 7 of 10 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5400 BLACK PIGMENT INK As a Human Carcinogen AEL DuPont 0 5 mg m 8 amp 12 Hr TWA Polynuclear Aromatic Hydrocarbon Content lt 0 1 LDso rat oral gt 8 000 mg kg supplier LCso rat inhalation 4 hr No data available AEL is DuPont s Acceptabl
136. t quality will only create very clean sharp pixilated edges DPI vs PPI Often used interchangeably dpi and ppi very similar but they are not exactly the same The abbreviation dpi stands for dots per inch and is used more in reference to printing and dots of ink The term ppi refers to pixels per inch and is used when speaking of the resolution of a digital image Both terms are a way of measuring resolution and they do so by counting sample units per inch 52 Graphics Preparation Transparent vs Solid Images Not all image files have a visible background Transparency is created in an image with the addition of an alpha channel Digital image files have a channel for each of the primary colors that make it up For RGB images there is a channel for Red Green and Blue For CMYK images there are channels for Cyan Magenta Yellow and Black Key Each of these channels contains information on how much of each color is needed to create a specific color in the image Adding an alpha channel allows the file to contain information on how transparent an area is Alpha Channel The alpha channel can control the transparency of a color Some image formats can even vary the amount of transparency The alpha channel can blend from opaque to transparent The most common file types that support transparency alpha are Wi TIFF mM PNG Wi GIF no transitions EH PSD Photoshop Uses for Transparency Transparent background i
137. t uses cyan magenta yellow and black ink to create a wide variety of colors as well as white ink to allow for printing on dark garmenis The system is based on inkjet technology and is designed to print on natural fibers Designs can be created and saved using your favorite graphics program MelcoRIP is then used to import the artwork to be printed on a garment Should a white underbase be needed to print on a darker garment MelcoRIP can be used to easily create one The Melco G3 prints on natural fibers It will print on 100 cotton hemp or bamboo fibers Printer Specifications Input Power Voltage Rated Current Power Consumption Dimensions W x L x H Weighi Printing method Printing dimensions Maximum Table options Printing resolution Maximum Printing direction Head height Printable textiles Inks Ink colors Ink feeding Operating system Connectivity Operating conditions 220 240V or 90 110V check the label on power supply unit 0 6A at 220V or 0 3A at 120V Approximately 30W or less 24 6 x 50 6 x 20 28 62 5 x 126 5 x 51 5 cm 176 4 Ibs 80 kg Pressurized on demand ink jet piezo 16 5 x 23 5 42 0 x 60 0 cm Frame 13 x 20 34 x 52 cm Standard 16 5 x 23 5 42 x 60 cm Mini 12 5 x 11 32 x 28 cm Polo 16 5 x 23 6 42 x 60 cm Universal 13 x 17 7 33 x 45 cm 1440 x 1440 dpi Bidirectional or unidirectional Maximum 1 97 5 cm Auto height adjust Natural fibers such
138. the bottle will be enough to agitate the ink into its usable form Hard material settle on the bottom of the bottle should not be mixed back in Soft sediment can be easily mixed back in with minimal energy stirring or rolling Handling of ink in ink cartridges and printer tubes Shake ink cartridges vigorously for 3 5 seconds before use and weekly First make sure to remove the rubber seals from the cartridges in order to release the pressure When restarting after one or two days we recommend performing a cleaning cycle before starting production Remove white ink during long time of inactivity Remove the white ink from the ink system and flush out the print head with distilled water or cleaning solution The print head should remain filled with distilled water or cleaning solution until the printer is ready to be refilled with white ink Disposing of Waste Ink DO NOT DISCARD INTO ANY SEWERS INTO ANY BODY OF WATER OR ON THE GROUND Treatment storage transportation and disposal must be in accordance with applicable Federal State Provincial and Local laws and regulations Check with your local regulations for the proper disposal of waste ink 70 Maintenance Daily Maintenance This basic maintenance has to be performed at the end of every day to appropriately shut down the printer 1 Press the SHIFT and then the DOWN F2 button on the table control panel to enter the maintenance mode 2 Press and hold the right arrow
139. the printing Power OFF the printer 2 Cancel the printing Cancel the job and all other pending jobs from the printer spooler in the windows control panel Printers and Faxes Ensure on the computer that all print jobs have been deleted 3 Restart printer Issues Covered 124 Transporting The Printer Startup Problems Platen moves and stops The red limit light is on Possible Causes Wi The table height has exceeded maximum Possible Solutions Wi Press the down button on the table control panel until the limit light switches off During printer startup the error message service call 1601 appears On the printer control panel the two orange lights are flashing and the green light is on The table control panel display reads error 0002 Possible Causes Wi Cartridge or tank problem detected Possible Solutions Wi The message is informing the user that something is wrong with the chips and or cartridges 1 Power down the printer 2 Start the printer in diagnostic mode F1 Power on 3 The following messages will be displayed e NOINK CARTRIDGE e NO MAINTENANCE CARTRIDGE 4 The most common solution is to reinsert the cartridge and or the ARChip The ARChips may also need to be cleaned from any dust or dirt For more information on these chips refer to the ink cartridge section of this document 5 This error indicates that there is a cartridge issue cartridge not inserted properly missing or damaged chi
140. the specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process MSDS Contact Information Global Product Stewardship and Regulatory Affairs DuPont Digital Printing DuPont Imaging Technologies Barley Mill Plaza Wilmington DE U S A 1 302 695 9682 U S A Revision History July 11 2007 New MSDS DIJ01321 Revised 18 July 2008 Key May 2 2008 July 18 2008 LEL or LFL M F NA NIOSH NOHSC NOS NTP OEL OSHA PEL RTECS STEL TLV TSCA TWA UEL or UFL U S A VOC WEEL DuPont Artistri P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5910 WHITE PIGMENT INK Regulatory review Regulatory review Page 10 of 10 American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists Acceptable Exposure Limit DuPont Compounds Department of Transportation U S A Eastern Time U S A European Union Hazardous Material Information System National Paint and Coatings Association International Agency for Research on Cancer International Air Transport Association International Civil Aviation Organization Indicative Exposure Limit EU Directive 2000 39 EC International Maritime Dangerous Goods International Maritime Organization Lower Explosive Limit or Lower Flammable Limit Monday through Friday North America National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health U S A National Occupational Health and Safety Commission Worksafe Australia Not Otherwise
141. throw away the shipping fixture It will be needed for any future transportation of the printer You will need the following tools to remove the shipping fixture Wi 4mm Allen wrench Wi Pliers To remove the shipping fixture 1 Remove all tape from the printer housing 2 Remove the yellow safety bar that keeps the tray steady during transportation Remove the screw attaching the fixture to the base of the printer 1 Manually pull the table slowly forward and out of the printer Remove the screw attaching the fixture to the table tray 2 When finished replace the screw in the base of the printer 1 Replace the screw and nut in the fixture so as not to lose it during storage ooo o 24 Printer Setup Leveling the Printer You will need to level the printer using the four leveling feet on the bottom of the machine The following tools are needed to level the printer Wi Adjustable Crescent Wrench Wi 9 or 12 level To level the printer 1 Place the level on the front machine base cover to check if the machine is level front to back 3 To adjust the machine leveling feet 25 Printed Documentation a The bottom nut is attached to the leveling foot you will need to loosen the top jam nut before moving the bottom nut b Adjust each foot until the machine is level 1 Turn the foot clockwise to un thread the foot from the machine 2 Hold the bottom nut with one of the crescent wrenches while
142. ting by inadequate neglectful or improper installation of the equipment as well as by improper utilization or non compliance with the operational instructions We repute that by the time of issuing the present instruction manual the contents are correct We reserve the right to modify without any notice the specifications and performances of the product and present manual 16 Printer Overview amp Controls Printer Overview Po OT a IN Top Board Cover Cartridge Holder Cover Printer Control Panel Print Head Release Gear Cover Table Platen Maintenance Tank and Cover Table Control Panel Cable Connections 17 Printed Documentation Printer Control Panel Power ON OFF LED error indicators Cancel button hold for 3 seconds Printer display shows the printer status ink levels menu error messages etc Up arrow Down arrow Left arrow also used for back Right arrow also menu button Press it for 3 seconds for a normal head cleaning Enter button press it to select an option on the screen Table Control Panel a Table Height AUTO Table Position Printer Overview and Controls Table Control Panel Display Moves the table up With Shift enable the special function to recover from load paper error Hold when powering on to enter diagnostic mode Move the table down With Shift enter exit the maintenance mode for the printer Auto
143. tom collar to bottom of shirt 4 Shake the pretreatment solution well to counteract settling Make sure the cap is on tight before you begin 5 Pour enough pretreatment into a paint pan 6 Soak roller do not over saturate 7 Apply the pretreatment by rolling in one direction from neck to bottom of shirt or desired coverage area one direction only do not roll forward and backward apply a medium pressure to ensure that the pretreatment is getting into the fiber 8 Slightly overlap the roll Dip the roller into pretreatment solution as needed 9 Hover the heat press over the shirt for 10 seconds 60 Garment Care Instructions 10 Cover the shirt with coated Kraft or parchment paper and close press 11 Remove shirt after 45 seconds or when the steam disappears 12 Re press for another 10 to 15 seconds if the shirt is still wet this means you are applying too much pretreatment Excess pretreatment will come out after the shirt is washed Staining On Certain Color Shirts Some color garments such as bright orange lime green and hot pink have dyes that react with heat and pressure This reaction can cause a bluish reddish stain to be seen after the shirt is cured To prevent this you need to follow the following steps Do nor preheat garment Spray the shirt down with distilled water Apply pretreatment as described above Hover for 10 seconds Place parchment paper over garment and close heat press Use the
144. turning the top nut counter clockwise until it comes in contact with the printer chassis 26 Ink Cartridges The Melco G3 uses refillable 160ml cartridges These cartridges will need to be filled with the appropriate ink prior to inserting them into the printer In this section you will find information on the following Filling the Ink Cartridges Do not refill the cartridges while they are inserted into the printer First remove them from the printer and then proceed with the filling process 160ml cartridges 1 Remove the rubber seal from the supply hole in the cartridge 27 Printed Documentation 2 Use the funnel provided with the printer to fill the cartridge with its respective ink It is advised that the ink level does not exceed 90 of the maximum capacity marked on the label 4 Completely remove the air supply rubber seal 5 The cartridge is now filled and ready to insert into the printer 28 Ink Cartridges Inserting the Ink Cartridges Into the Printer Ink cartridges must be inserted into the appropriate bays for the printer to print colors and underbases appropriately The correct placement for the ink cartridges is as follows Bay 1 Bay 2 Bay 3 Bay 4 Bay 5 Bay 6 Bay Bay 8 Bay 9 To install the ink cartridges 1 Lift the ink cartridge cover 2 Slide each cartridge into the appropriate bay as shown above Slide into place until you hear a click 3 The ink cartrid
145. uct only in terms of health and safety requirements and should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing specific properties Report version Version Changes 1 0 Revision Date 2012 07 09 Copyright 2011 E I du Pont de Nemours and Company All rights reserved Copies may be made only for those using DuPont products
146. use injury however swallowing amounts larger than that may cause serious injury even death Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Excessive exposure may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract Observations in animals include kidney and lever effects and deposition of calcium salts in various tissues after long term dietary intake of ethylene glycol Cancer Information Ethylene glycol did not cause cancer in long term animal studies Teratology Birth Defects Based on animal studies ingestion of very large amounts of ethylene glycol appears to be the major and possibly only route of exposure to produce birth defects Exposures by inhalation tested nose only in animals to prevent ingestion or skin contact the primary routes of occupational exposure had minimal or essentially no effect on the fetus Reproductive Effects Ingestion of large amounts of ethylene glycol has been shown to interfere with reproduction in animals Specifically growth retardation and decreased litter size in rats and mice and mating frequency in mice were observed HUMECTANT Eye Contact May cause slight transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Skin Contact Prolonged or repeated exposure not likely to cause significant skin irritation A single prolonged exposure is not likely to result in the material being absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts Inhalation At room temperature vapors are minimal due to physic
147. ution is measure in pixels per inch or ppi Higher resolution images appear as continuous color to the human eye At lower resolutions humans begin to detect the small squares A resolution that is ideal for printing is greater than or equal to 200 ppi at the final size 300 ppi is very common and works extremely well Consider an image with the dimensions of 1800 pixels by 1200 pixels If this image was set to be six inches wide there would be 300 pixels per inch If this image was scaled up to 12 inches wide those same pixels would be expanded to reach twice as far This would result in an image that had 150 pixels per inch At this resolution most people would begin to detect the small squares pixels on a print on paper Print Quality vs Image Quality Some inkjet printers are capable of printing 1440 dpi This can provide incredible crispness to the final print of an image and the illusion of continuous color This is the print quality Print quality will also be affected by the surface being printed on A high quality photo paper will produce a finer print than a piece of fabric Image quality is largely affected by the resolution of the image itself It is separate from the print quality If a low resolution image 72 ppi for example is printed by a printer using 1440 dpi the quality of the print may be amazing but it will be an amazing print of a poor quality image The low resolution image will have pixilated edges The higher prin
148. very day before using the printer you must remove and shake the cartridges This will agitate the ink and reverse some of the settling of pigments that occurs 1 The printer should be off 2 Since the cartridges are pressurized first remove the rubber seal to release the pressure You may want to use a paper towel so that no ink spills or splatters onto the printer parts 96 Garment Care Instructions 5 Shake the cartridge back and forth for a few seconds This will ensure that the ink stays homogeneous N l y o 1 A TA sa GEREI oe A 4 STR E 2 t o ae s a Do a Te Da p f k E eee q a l E Mm te i ds gt a d o ie f 5 i a 3 os um 4 1 x El alll 4 P F J f Y Y Printed Documentation Starting Up the Printer Before powering up the printer make sure that pz pa pa pa pa All safety shipping fixtures have been removed The tray is inside but not all the way back No objects or tools are placed on the tray The cartridges are filled with ink and properly inserted into their respective bays White inks must be shaken for 3 5 seconds Initial Powering Up of the Printer To power up the printer 1 2 4 Shake the white ink cartridges for 3 5 seconds Press the power button After powering up an automatic ink charge will be initiated Do not do anything with the printer until the initial ink charge is completed After the
149. w to continue 12314567060 d 3 Scroll down to Power Cleaning and press the right arrow to continue 1231450670690 4 4 Press the enter key to select the Execute option 123145067060 di 43 Graphics Preparation Graphics Preparation The process of printing graphics directly onto garments is a fast and effective way to embellish many products There are a few concepts in graphic preparation that if kept in mind can make the process much smoother They can also greatly improve the final product 1 Color Modes e What color space is being used CMYK or RGB e How will this affect the print 2 Color of Product process printing e With four color process printing the color of the surface can play a large part e Is anunderbase required 3 Vector vs Raster e Can the graphic be scaled without loss of quality 4 Image Resolution e ls the image resolution sufficient for a quality print 5 Image Transparency e Does the image have a transparent background e Does it even need one 6 File Format e Will the file format being used support the features of the graphic Each of these will be discussed in the following sections Color Modes CMYK RGB With color there are two main systems These systems are the light or additive color system and the pigment or subtractive color system Computer screens use the additive color system They use projected light to create colors Printers use pigment or the subtractive syste
150. y 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5400 BLACK PIGMENT INK Ingestion Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be moderate Excessive exposure may cause central nervous system effects cardiopulmonary effects metabolic acidosis and kidney failure Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury however swallowing amounts larger than that may cause serious injury even death Systemic Other Target Organ Effects Excessive exposure may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract Observations in animals include kidney and lever effects and deposition of calcium salts in various tissues after long term dietary intake of ethylene glycol Cancer Information Ethylene glycol did not cause cancer in long term animal studies Teratology Birth Defects Based on animal studies ingestion of very large amounts of ethylene glycol appears to be the major and possibly only route of exposure to produce birth defects Exposures by inhalation tested nose only in animals to prevent ingestion or skin contact the primary routes of occupational exposure had minimal or essentially no effect on the fetus Reproductive Effects Ingestion of large amounts of ethylene glycol has been shown to interfere with reproduction in animals Specifically growth retardation and decreased litter size in rats and mice and mating frequency in mice were observed POLYGLYCOL ETHER Eye Contact May cause slig
151. y pressing the Auto button on the table control panel AUTO 4 Move the table to the print position by pressing the Home button on the table control panel HOME 5 Use the buttons on the printer control panel to navigate the menu and perform a nozzle check a Press the menu button right arrow Menu AeA dec b Scroll down to Test Print and press the right arrow to continue 1214507090 hs 41 Printed Documentation c Scroll down to Nozzle Check and press the right arrow to continue J 4 oS eee a 123450678040 dy d Use the right arrow to select the Manual option AAFASOrOS A e Press the enter key to select the Print option O ELECO gt 6 Anozzle check will be printed A perfect nozzle check should look like the one below Make sure that the ink assignment is correct and as shown If you see any gaps as shown below perform a power cleaning from the printer control panel To perform a power clean see the power clean section of this document 42 Performing a Power Clean Power cleans may need to be commanded for the following reasons E to clear a clogged nozzle in the case of a poor nozzle check EW to charge the ink lines should an automatic in charge not take place upon powering up the printer To perform a power clean 1 Press the menu button right arrow Menu AA A Abn 2 Scroll down to Maintenance and press the right arro
152. zation Act of 1986 and 40 CFR part 372 Components Remarks The specific identity for each component not identified by a CAS Registry Number is withheld as a trade secret DIJO1321 DuPont Artistri Page 2 of 10 Revised 18 July 2008 P5000 Series Pigment Ink ARTISTRI P5910 WHITE PIGMENT INK 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Potential Health Effects THIS PRODUCT CAN BE USED SAFELY WHEN USED AS DIRECTED AND WHEN APPLICABLE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE FOLLOWED POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS FROM PRODUCT Potential routes of overexposure to this product are skin contact eye contact and inhalation of vapor Ingestion is not expected to be a significant route of exposure for this product under normal use conditions There is no toxicity data available for this specific formulation Any potential hazards are presumed to be due to exposure to the components ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS Since this mixture has not been tested as a whole to determine the hazards by all routes of exposure information is provided for each hazardous component of the mixture to meet requirements of OSHA s Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910 1200 The effects noted occur from exposure to the pure component unless otherwise noted INFORMATION FOR COMPONENTS ETHYLENE GLYCOL Eye Contact May cause slight transient temporary eye irritation Corneal injury is unlikely Vapors or mists may cause eye irritation Skin Contact Essentially nonirritating to

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