Melco G2 Support

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 up to gain access to the garment. When you remove the garment it is recommended that, with your back to the printer,...

Tools needed for installation: 2.5mm Metric Hex Driver 3mm Metric Hex Driver Needed Parts: Sleeve Table Adapter Plate Two (2) Short Table Interface Brackets Four (4) M4 Countersunk Hex Screws Installation Instructions Remove the Standard Frame Table from the machine. Loosen and remove the hardware – 4 screws – at...

Tools needed for installation: 2.5mm Metric Hex Driver 3mm Metric Hex Driver Needed Parts: Small Table Adapter Plate Two (2) Short Table Interface Brackets Four (4) M4 Countersunk Hex Screws Installation Instructions Remove the Standard Frame Table from the machine. Loosen and remove the hardware – 4 screws – at...

Tools needed for installation: 2.5mm Metric Hex Driver 3mm Metric Hex Driver Needed Parts: Polo Table Four (4) M4 Countersunk Hex Screws Installation Instructions Remove the Standard Frame Table from the machine. Loosen and remove the hardware – 4 screws – at each corner of the table using the 3mm...

Tools needed for installation: 2.5mm Metric Hex Driver 3mm Metric Hex Driver Needed Parts: T-Shirt Table, Large Four (4) M4 Countersunk Hex Screws Installation Instructions Remove the Standard Frame Table from the machine. Loosen and remove the hardware – 4 screws – at each corner of the table using the...

Tools needed for installation: 2.5mm Metric Hex Driver 3mm Metric Hex Driver Needed Parts: T-Shirt Table, Universal Four (4) M4 Countersunk Hex Screws Installation Instructions Remove the Standard Frame Table from the machine. Loosen and remove the hardware – 4 screws – at each corner of the table using the...

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...

Melco G2 - Error Codes Error Code Explanation Answer 01001D This can occur during machine initialization but may occur during or after printing if the printer settings are not correct. This error indicates the Print Head Carriage is commanded to move and no movement occurs. The error is usually a...

Guidelines for Storage and Handling of Inks Shake ink cartridges each day before use to ensure the best possible printing results When handling inks make sure to wear gloves and protective goggles. Avoid skin and eye contact with inks. Store the ink and ink cartridges in a cool dark place....

The Linear Encoder Strip is a clear film that is etched with a many vertical lines that are read by an encoder sensor located on the Print Head Carriage (see picture below). The sensor and encoder strip work together to report the position of the Print Head Carriage back to...

Cleaning solution cartridges are used when the machine is to be prepared for storage or for purging the Ink Delivery System of ink.  These must be filled prior to use and are keyed and labeled according to the bay they should be inserted into. Remove the cartridge filling port cap...

Waste ink and cleaning solution are deposited into the Flushing Box which then drains into the Waste Ink Tank to be stored until the tank is emptied. It is important to keep the Flushing Box and pad clean and free of dry ink deposits to allow proper drainage for waste...

The Wiper acts as a squeegee cleaning the bottom of the Print Head and Nozzles as it passes over the Wiper during the cleaning cycles. It is very important to keep the Wiper clean and free of heavy ink deposits. A contaminated Wiper can smear ink deposits from the Wiper...

Capping Station maintenance should be completed at the end of each use of the printer daily (if printing daily). Pour some cleaning solution into the cap of the cleaning solution bottle or a clean dry comparable container. Draw the cleaning solution into the syringe from the bottle cap or container....

The Waste Ink Tank holds ink and cleaning solution that has been purged from the Ink Delivery System during cleaning cycles. The Waste Ink tank must be emptied periodically to avoid overflow or any time the machine is moved to a new location. The printer automatically estimates the amount of...

Once properly set up, the MelcoJet G2 can be left in an "idle" state for 7-10 days.  Idle meaning, the printer is loaded with inks but has been properly powered down using the "end of day maintenance" described below.  The optimum situation for any owner/operator is to print with your...