Kodak 1200I manual c. Intermediate Reservoir, d. Ink Supply Dampers and Septum Valve System

KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM

c. Intermediate Reservoir:

-Intermediate reservoir located below ink bottle

-Provides consistent ink supply pressure (50 ml capacity)

-Replace ink on-the-fly (30 seconds); prevents job interruptions

-Optical sensor monitors reservoir ink levels [ink level LOW warning sensor (<30ml; ~10-30 minutes) and ink level OUT stop (<20ml), protects cartridge]

d. Ink Supply Dampers and Septum Valve System:

-Ink flows through damper into a septum assembly (spring actuated ball valve to shutoff ink when cartridges are removed) Note: ink is filtered at the cartridge only.

e. Carriage Assembly:

-Robust carriage bushing design; thick bushings with 2 shims for better dimensional stability. Bushings are secured by bushing retainers.

-Bushings are grooved to minimize the effect of dirt and debris.

-Cartridge doors secure and bias print heads into proper position.

-One-step cartridge installation process; remove tape and install.

f. Cartridge / Printhead:

-Increased productivity with 640 nozzle print heads.

-Clean hands shipping and installation.

-Foam filled, eliminate tubing and needles.

-Ink filter.

-700 ml warranty; 2800 ml shutoff.

-1400 ml average print head life.

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