Digital BW, The Print

Walker,
Do you think this will only happen when a cart is "almost" empty?  
That is only when it happens, I put in a new cart(s) and it goes away.
Mark

On Aug 15, 2007, at 9:02 PM, Walker Blackwell wrote:

> I've found that the main problem contributing to micro-lines is that
> the ink lines actually get compressed at the ink-cart stations and at
> the print head. There is a rubber O-ring and a threaded nob that fits
> over that ring. The ring compresses the plastic and the plastic just
> won't let enough ink through. I've found that taking out the ink line
> from the print head and clipping the end of it with scissors and then
> putting the ink line back in, solves this problem. It takes about 20
> mins and probably voids all sorts of warranties. But hey, it works
> for me. I replace the O-ring as well. I have a very nice Epson tech
> who sells me parts but I'm sure you could find these at an Autoparts
> or some other normal store.
> Of the four 9600s I run, I've had to do this with three of them. The
> fourth is newer and I'll probably need to do it next year.
>
> Air bubbles in the line can also contribute to this. If you are
> running K7 ink, I would suggest running 5 KK2 cleanings right after
> installing 7 new fresh carts just to run all the air bubbles out of
> your lines. I know it sucks, but there's been plenty of wind in those
> bags in the past. It's a good thing to do anyway just so you know you
> have all your inks running with ONE batch of ink. I would suggest
> getting refillable 9600 carts and buying bottles. This helps w/ air-
> bubbles. Here I am saying it and not doing it, but, well . . . maybe
> I like to suffer.
>
> take care,
> Walker Blackwell
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