7000 - Printer KODAK - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 7000 KODAK

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Kodak

Eastman Kodak Company

Rochester, New York 14650

© Eastman Kodak Company, 2010

Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company.

P/N 4J6376

1. Air vents
2. Top cover
3. Cover release
4. Operator panel
5. Front cover
6. Print exit slot
7. Trim tray

Front 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

1. Paper door
2. USB port
3. Data plate
4. Power connector
5. Power switch

Back 8 9 10 11 12

Internal View

Technical diagram of a printer with numbered parts labeled 1 to 4 for identification.

1. Thermal print head
2. Peel roller
3. Cleaning rollers
4. Platen roller

Operator Panel

Kodak 7000 Photo Printer Power Ready Clock Menu Paper Advance Enter Paper Rewind/Clear

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

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

1 Setting Up the Printer

Package Contents

The KODAK 7000 Photo Printer is packaged with the following items:

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1. Printer
2. Trim tray (not installed)
3. Paper flange with gear (green)
4. Paper flange without gear (gray)

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.

2 in. (5 cm) 2 in. (5 cm) 2 in. (5 cm)

Removing the Packing Material

Keep the carton and packing inserts for repacking and transporting the printer.

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1. Remove the tape from the top cover and paper door.

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1. Slide the cover release toward you.

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1. Open the top cover carefully.

IMPORTANT: The top cover does not open beyond a 90° angle.

1. Remove the packing material.

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1. Close the top cover.

Installing the Trim Tray

CAUTION:

There are sharp cutter blades inside the printer. Do not insert hands or objects.

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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.

Connecting the Cables

Connecting the Power Cable

If you received more than one power cable with your printer, make sure to use the correct power cable for your country.

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1. Check that the power switch is turned off ( )

CAUTION:

The power outlet must be grounded. An ungrounded outlet can cause fire, electric shock, or harmful interference to nearby electrical devices.

1. Connect the power cable to the power connector on the back of the printer and to a grounded power outlet.

Connecting the USB Cable

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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.

Turning On the Printer

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Move the power switch to on (1).

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).

CAUTION:

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.