MUTOH UniFixer 65 User Manual
User’s Guide
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Table of contents
Chapter 1 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.1 Compliance with the following regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.2 Managing fumes and vapours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.3 Warnings, cautions and notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.4 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Safety mechanisms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.5 Safety labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 2 Unpacking the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.1 In-the-box contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2 Unpacking procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Chapter 3 Installing the Unifixer 65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Installation environment requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.2 Securing the Unifixer 65 in its end location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.3 Installing the feeding tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.4 Installing the heating element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.5 Connecting an air filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Chapter 4 Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.1 Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.2 Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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4.3 Operation panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.4 Overview technical specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Overview recommended exposure time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Chapter 5 Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
5.1 Powering ON / OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Powering ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Powering OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
5.2 Emergency stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Emergency reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.3 Loading media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Loading media for transfer paper printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Loading media for fixing direct printed fabric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
5.4 Adjustments and recommendation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Temperature adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Speed adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Media tension adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
5.5 Transportation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Short distance transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Long distance transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Chapter 6 Periodical maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
6.1 Done by the end user.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Cleaning the felt belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
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Chapter1 Safety instructions
This chapter explains the installation of Unifixer 65, warning terms that operators need to
know, caution items and warning labels on the main unit.
1.1 Compliance with the following regulations
Important
When installing and operating the Unifixer 65, be sure to follow the directions
and warnings in this guide.
The CE marking is a mandatory European marking for certain
product groups to indicate conformity with the essential health and
safety requirements set out in European Directives.
By affixing the CE marking, the manufacturer, his authorized
representative, or the person placing the product on the market or
putting it into service ensures that the item meets all the essential
requirements of all applicable EU directives and that the applicable
conformity assessment procedures have been applied.
Your product is designed and manufactured with high-quality
materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin submenu is attached to a
product, it means the product is covered by the European Directive
2002/96/EC - WEEE regulation.
Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for
electrical and electronic products.
Please act according to local rules and do not dispose of your old
products with your normal household waste. The correct disposal of
your old product will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health.
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1.2 Managing fumes and vapours
When the unit is used for transferring from paper to fabric, no fumes or vapours need to be
taken care of.
During the fixation process of directly printed fabrics however, depending on the ink type
and fabric used, hot fumes & vapours may be released.
In order to protect human health, these fumes and vapours need to be managed. To do
this, an air purification system (APS) needs to be connected.
Be aware that the released fumes and vapours will be hot. When cooling down they
will condensate.
When using a Mutoh APS this condensate will be managed. Regarding the use and
maintenance of the proper Mutoh APS, please consult the Mutoh APS user manual.
When using a non-Mutoh APS, you will need to make sure that these liquids do not
damage your APS.
Because of differences in the local regulations and required working conditions, it is wise
to consult a local consultancy agency to determine the involved regulations.
1.3 Warnings, cautions and notes
Safety terms in this manual and the contents of warning labels attached to the Unifixer 65 are
categorized into the following three types, depending on the degree of risk (or the scale of
accident).
Read the following explanations carefully and follow the instructions in this manual.
Safety terms Details
Important Must be followed carefully to avoid death or serious bodily injury.
Caution
Must be observed to avoid bodily injury (moderate or light) or damage to
your equipment.
Notes
Contains important information and useful tips on the operation of your
Unifixer 65.
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1.4 Safety instructions
Machines must be installed according to Mutoh’s installation procedure also after
moving machines to another location: maintenance needs to be done according to the
service manual.
To prevent fire or electrical shock, never use a power supply source other than the one
rated for the product in the country where you purchased the product.
Use only the provided power cable. To prevent fire or electrical shock, follow the
instructions below when handling the power cable:
Do not cut or modify the cable.
Do not put heavy objects on the cable.
Do not bend, twist, knot or pull the cable.
Do not wire the cable near equipment that generates heat.
Do not use the cable with any other electrical device
Do not handle the cable with wet hands
Be aware of all caution and warning labels to avoid potentially hazardous situations.
To prevent fire or electrical shock, machines must be connected to a properly grounded
electrical power outlet. Do not connect the power cable to a power strip or a power source
shared by other electrical devices.
Make sure that no foreign substances such as dust etc. are stuck to the power plug.
Make sure that the power plug is firmly inserted to the edge of the power socket.
Do not plug to a multi-socket plug
Do not leave the electric lead in contact with a warm surface.
Do not use extension cord with a small diameter section not corresponding to the power of
the machine
To unplug the machine, disconnect the plug without pulling on the supply lead.
Do not disable any safety precautions systems.
Do not operate the unit unless all parts are mounted.
Do not place the machine in the following areas. Doing so may result in the machine
tipping or falling over and causing injury.
Unstable surfaces
Sloping floors
Areas subject to vibration by other equipment
Do not stand on or place heavy objects on your machine. Doing so may result in the
machine tipping or falling over and causing injury.
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Do not place the machine in humid and dusty areas, close to water or in areas exposed to
flammables. Doing so may result in electrical shock or fire.
Do not insert or drop metal or inflammable objects into openings, such as ventilation
outlets. Doing so may result in electrical shock and fire.
Do not touch the media guide during operation.
Stop using your machine if a liquid has been spilled into it. This may cause electrical
shock or fire. Switch the machine off as soon as possible, unplug the power cord, and
contact your local Mutoh dealer.
Do not use the machine if the supply lead is damaged.
Be sure to power OFF the machine and unplug the power cable from the outlet before
cleaning the machine. Use a damp cloth to clean the machine. Do not use thinner,
benzene, alcohol or other active agents.
Do not tilt the machine, place it against a wall or turn it upside down. Movement after
transport is also not covered by the warranty.
When cutting roll media, be careful. Incorrect handling can result in injury to the hands and
fingers from the razor blade.
To prevent back pains and other injuries, always work with at least 2 people to unpack or
move the machine. Keep the machine horizontally during transportation.
when using the screw jack while unloading the machine, ensure the screw jack is laying
well flat on the pallet floor and prevent it from slipping and sliding
Do NOT transport the machine to another room without contacting your local Authorized
Mutoh Dealer.
At least 2 persons are required for installing the feeding tray
To install the heating element, it is necessary to open both sides of the machine. This
should be done by a skilled and approved technician.
While installing the heater element, ensure the machine is not plugged in to the power
The machine should be installed in a well-ventilated place.
The dye sublimation heat transfer calender works with high temperature. It is
recommended not to leave the workshop till it has come down to the ambient temperature
In order to preserve the equipment, use only material that are suitable for heat transfer.
Adjust the working temperature according to the media you are using.
Do not feed material that would not stand excess amount of heat with a risk of burning or
melting when exposed to too much heat - i.e. Adhesive tape.
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1.4.1 Safety mechanisms
The Unifixer 65 has got 2 safety mechanisms that would immediately stop the rotation of the
heating drum.
Plexiglas safety cover: The safety cover must be lowered (=in the working position) in
order to start the motor. This safety mechanism has to be kept on the machine in order to
protect the user from crushing hands and to prevent undesired object from getting taken
into the machine and therefore possible mechanical hazards.
2 emergency stop buttons: easily reachable, one on the front right hand side and one on
the rear right hand side. The use of one of these emergency stop buttons would switch off
instantly the rotation of the heating drum.
Safety reset button
Each time one of these safety mechanisms is used, correct the defect, press on the safety
reset button (Rep. 8) to reset the system and run the machine normally.
Despite the operation safety mechanisms on the machine, highest caution and
care have to be made when using or maintaining the machine:
Do not put fingers or other body part between the heating drum and the felt belt. Crushing
and scald hazards.
Tie up long hairs, do not wear tie or wide clothes in order to avoid getting trapped inside
the driving mechanism. Risks of strangling, scalds and tearing of hairs.
Do not wear jewellery when using the machine. Such object, if fed into the machine may
cause damages to the mechanic of the machine.
Always unplug the machine from the power plug when maintaining the machine.
Electrocution risk.
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1.5 Safety labels
A safety label is used on parts of the machine which especially need your attention.
Understand the locations and the descriptions of the danger associated with each label
before operating the Unifixer 65.
Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.
Label Description
This sign is next to warm surfaces and indicates that
there is a burning risks
This sign shows the presence of electrical components
and indicates that there is an electrocution risks
This sign warns about physical injuries and indicates
that there is a crushing risks
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Chapter 2 Unpacking the
machine
2.1 In-the-box contents
Please read this chapter to know the in-the-box content.
N° Description
1 Unifixer 65
2 User’s Guide (this manual)
3 EU power cable fixed on the Unifixer 65
4 Media loading shaft (6 pieces premounted)
5 Screw jack
6 Quartz glass heating element (packed separately)
7 Wooden ramp
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2.2 Unpacking procedure
Please read this chapter thoroughly to unpack the Unifixer 65 correctly.
Step 1: Remove the lid on top of the cardboard case.
Step 2: Tear off the cardboard end and remove it.
Step 3: Screw the 3 brake handles provided on the left of the machine. Unlock both lower
shaft locking system and unload the shafts from the machine.
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Step 4: A wooden ramp is provided for easy unloading of the machine. Take it out of the
crate, going through the two lower tension bars. Position the ramp edge to edge
with the pallet.
Step 5: The machine is fixed to the pallet with 2 metal brackets. These brackets are
screwed to the pallet. Unscrew the 4 nuts with a 17mm key and an 8 mm hexagon
key. Remove each locking screws.
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Step 6: To remove the brackets, turn them horizontally to the top of the machine and slide
them toward the centre of the machine. Take them out of the machine from the front.
Step 7: The machine is resting on 4 wooden blocks (2 on each end). To unload the
machine, these blocks have to be removed, using the screw jack provided.
Position the screw jack in the middle of the castors, on the side where you have
installed the ramp. Lift up the machine so that you have enough space to remove
the 2 wooden blocks on this side by sliding them out. Lift the machine down from
this side and repeat at the other side of the machine.
Caution
Ensure that the screw jack is lying well flat on the pallet floor and prevent it
from slipping and sliding.
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Step 8: Roll the machine slowly down to the floor on the ramp.
Two persons are required to guide and keep the machine straight.
Step 9: Finally, place the machine at the required location in your premises, considering the
remarks in Securing the Unifixer 65 in its end location on page20
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Caution
Maintain and guide firmly the machine while unloading
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Chapter 3 Installing the
Unifixer 65
3.1 Introduction
It is very important that the installation environment fulfils following conditions to obtain good
quality:
Install the Unifixer 65 on a flat floor, next to an easily accessible plug.
Do not touch the socket with damp hands.
The machine should be installed in a well-ventilated place.
3.1.1 Installation environment requirements
Choose a place for installation following the requirements in the table below.
Dimensions W x H x D 208 x 155 x 96 cm
Net weight 480 kg
Voltage 230 V / 50 - 60 Hz (single phase)
Frequency 50-60Hz
Current 28 A
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3.2 Securing the Unifixer 65 in its end location
The machine is delivered with 4 stabilising feet to be installed on the machine, once the
machine is on the floor. To install these feet, make sure the lockable castors are locked first.
Step 1: Lift up the machine with the screw jack on one end, and screw the stabilising feet in.
Do the same on the other end.
Step 2: The stabilising feet enable you to adjust the level of the machine. To do so, adjust
the height of each foot with a flat 17mm nut key.
Each foot has got a counter locking nut to screw back after adjustment in order
to lock the position.
Note
It is highly recommended to use these stabilising feet to ease the strength on
the castors, especially when loading heavy material reels.
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