Kodak 7000 User Manual
KODAK 7000 Photo Printer
TM/MC/MR Licensed from Eastman Kodak Company: Kodak
Kodak Alaris Inc.
2400 Mount Read Blvd., Rochester, N.Y. 14615
© 2014 Kodak Alaris Inc.
All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A.
P/N 4J 6 3 76
Product Overview
Front
Back
1. Air vents
2. Top cover
3. Cover release
4. Operator panel
5. Front cover
6. Print exit slot
8. Paper door
10. Data plate
11. Power connector
9. USB port
12. Power switch
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7. Trim tray
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Product Overview
Internal View
1. Thermal print head
2. Peel roller
4. Platen roller
3. Cleaning rollers
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Operator Panel
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer
Package Contents ............................................................................................................................................. 1-1
Before You Begin ............................................................................................................................................. 1-2
Recommended Air Flow Clearances ...........................................................................................................1-2
Removing the Packing Material ........................................................................................................................1-3
Installing the Trim Tray....................................................................................................................................1-4
Connecting the Cables ......................................................................................................................................1-5
Connecting the Power Cable....................................................................................................................... 1-5
Connecting the USB Cable ..........................................................................................................................1-5
Turning On the Printer..................................................................................................................................... 1-6
Handling and Storing the Paper and Ribbon..................................................................................................... 1-6
Loading the Ribbon.......................................................................................................................................... 1-6
Loading the Paper ............................................................................................................................................1-8
Making a Test Print ........................................................................................................................................1-11
Chapter 2 Operating the Printer
Making Prints...................................................................................................................................................2-1
Handling and Storing Prints .............................................................................................................................2-1
Operator Panel Lights.......................................................................................................................................2-1
Operator Panel Buttons....................................................................................................................................2-2
Printer Settings.................................................................................................................................................2-3
Chapter 3 Maintaining the Printer
Performing Routine Maintenance..................................................................................................................... 3-1
Cleaning the Exterior..................................................................................................................................3-2
Cleaning the Thermal Print Head and the Peel Roller .................................................................................3-2
Cleaning the Platen Roller .......................................................................................................................... 3-3
Cleaning the Cleaning Rollers.....................................................................................................................3-4
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
Resolving Potential Problems ...........................................................................................................................4-1
Resolving Operator Panel Error Messages........................................................................................................4-2
Clearing a Paper Jam........................................................................................................................................4-3
Recovering from a Power Interruption............................................................................................................. 4-5
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Appendix A: Additional Information
System Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... A-1
Printer Specifications .......................................................................................................................................A-1
Printer Supplies ...............................................................................................................................................A-2
Paper and Ribbon ...................................................................................................................................... A-2
Thermal Printer Cleaning Kit ......................................................................................................................A-2
Packing and Transporting the Printer...............................................................................................................A-3
Getting Help .....................................................................................................................................................A-3
Appendix B: Safety and Regulatory Information
Important Safety Information ...........................................................................................................................B-1
Safety Labels.....................................................................................................................................................B-2
Regulatory and Safety Compliance....................................................................................................................B-3
Safety .........................................................................................................................................................B-3
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ........................................................................................................B-3
Noise Emission...........................................................................................................................................B-5
Disposal.....................................................................................................................................................B-5
China RoHS................................................................................................................................................B-6
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Setting Up the Printer
Package Contents
The KODAK 7000 Photo Printer is packaged with the following items:
1. Printer
2. Trim tray (not installed)
3. Paper flange with gear (green)
4. Paper flange without gear (gray)
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Setting Up the Printer
2 in.
(5 cm)
2 in.
(5 cm)
2 in.
(5 cm)
2 in.
(5 cm)
Before You Begin
Make sure you have a KODAK Print Kit 6R (sold separately) available before
you begin your printer setup (see “Printer Supplies” on page A-2).
IMPORTANT: The printer weighs 62 lb (28 kg) and is heavier at the front
than at the back. Use caution when lifting or moving the
printer.
Recommended Air Flow Clearances
If you plan to install the printer in a restricted space such as in a cabinet,
allow at least 2 in. (5 cm) of clearance on all sides for air flow.
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Removing the Packing Material
Keep the carton and packing inserts for repacking and transporting the
printer.
1. Remove the tape from the top cover and paper door.
2. Slide the cover release toward you.
Setting Up the Printer
3. Open the top cover carefully.
IMPORTANT: The top cover does not open beyond a 90° angle.
4. Remove the packing material.
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Setting Up the Printer
CAUTION:
5. Close the top cover.
Installing the Trim Tray
There are sharp cutter blades inside the printer. Do not insert
hands or objects.
The trim tray collects paper trimmings that are generated when the printer
cuts the prints.
1. Insert the trim tray into the printer as shown.
2. To keep your prints dust-free and to prevent paper jams, empty the trim
tray each time you change the paper.
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Connecting the Cables
CAUTION:
Setting Up the Printer
Connecting the Power Cable
Connecting the USB Cable
If you received more than one power cable with your printer, make sure to
use the correct power cable for your country.
1. Check that the power switch is turned off ( ).
The power outlet must be grounded. An ungrounded outlet can
cause fire, electric shock, or harmful interference to nearby
electrical devices.
2. Connect the power cable to the power connector on the back of the
printer and to a grounded power outlet.
1. Check that the power switch is turned off ( ).
2. Connect the USB cable that was included with the printer to the USB
connector on the back of the printer and to the USB connector on the
computer.
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Setting Up the Printer
CAUTION:
Turning On the Printer
Move the power switch to on ( | ).
On the operator panel, the orange Power light illuminates. If paper and
ribbon are loaded, a Ready message appears.
To turn off the printer:
• Move the power switch to off ( ).
Handling and Storing the Paper and Ribbon
For the best quality prints, carefully handle and store the paper and ribbon.
• To avoid fingerprints, handle the ribbon by the spool ends; do not touch
the ribbon material. Do not touch the glossy side of the paper.
• Store the paper and ribbon away from direct sunlight.
Loading the Ribbon
Make sure you have a KODAK Print Kit 6R (sold separately) available. This kit
contains the correct ribbon for your printer (see “Printer Supplies” on
page A-2).
The thermal head becomes extremely hot during normal
operation. Do not touch it.
1. Open the top cover. If you are replacing the ribbon, remove the used
ribbon.
NOTE: Images remain on the ribbon after printing. If you need to maintain
confidentiality, dispose of the used ribbon appropriately.
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Setting Up the Printer
Plastic wrapper
Label
2. Insert your fingers into the holes in the plastic wrapper on the end of the
ribbon. Remove the plastic wrapper from the ribbon.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the label from the ribbon at this time.
3. Push the bar code end of the supply spool onto the front spool holder on
the right.
4. Insert the left side of the supply spool onto the front spool holder on the
left. Align the notches on the supply spool with the lugs on the spool
holder.
5. Adjust the supply spool until the spool locks into the spool holder.
6. Remove the label.
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