Universal Laser Systems CLP-100NI-NPRT - Manual (Page 27)

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MAINTENANCE
3 - Inspect the roll to ensure it is completely saturated with
ink but not dripping wet. If the surface of the roll seems
excessively wet after inking, remove the excess ink by in-
serting a rod through the core and while pressing down
lightly, roll the roller across a clean piece of paper.
PRE-INKING A NEW INK ROLL
When you are ready to begin printing, you must first install an ink roll which has been properly pre-inked with the
appropriate non-porous ink. Unless you ordered a pre-inked roll with your machine, you will find a dry roll in a
plastic container with your coder.
Warning: Non-Porous Inks contain flammable solvents. Do not smoke or handle these rolls in the presence of sparks
or open flames. Inks will also stain clothing, furniture, carpeting and your hands. Rubber gloves should be worn
during the following procedures.
A dry XF Neoprene ink roll has the same characteristics as a sponge with the capacity to absorb approximately
3-4 fluid ounces of ink in 1" rolls and 6-7 fluid ounces of ink in 2" rolls. Please follow the guidelines below to
properly pre-ink your roll:
1 - Remove the dry roll from the storage container. Pour 3 to
4 oz. of ink into the container. Note: The ink level should
be just below the textured line “R” on the side of the con-
tainer.
2 - Carefully place the roll into the container of ink. Using
your finger tips, firmly press down on the foam side of the
ink roll and then release the pressure. Repeat this pro-
cess several times while rotating the roll in the container
and pressing on different areas. This will force the air out
of the roll and the voids will be filled with ink.
Remove the roll from the storage container and turn it over, plac-
ing the un-inked side down in the container. Repeat the process
above until all the ink in the container has been absorbed into
the roll.
After this process is completed, the roll should immediately be
installed on the coder or it should be placed back in the storage
container and the lid tightly sealed to prevent solvent evapora-
tion.
Note: Dry rolls cannot be inked automatically using the 4 Oz. Reservoir Ink Cartridges.
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