TM 5-3610-286-10
Table 3-1.
Troubleshooting (Cont)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
6.
INK IMPRESSION GRAYISH IN COLOR.
Step 1.
Check dampening assembly for correct settings.
Adjust settings (para 2-7d (1) and (2)).
Step 2.
Check for correct ink feed settings.
Adjust settings (para 2-7e (24)).
Step 3.
Check pH value of dampening solution.
Adjust pH value.
Step 4.
Check for poorly prepared or damaged plate.
Clean plate with cleaner/conditioner (appendix D,
item 9).
Replace plate (para 2-7c (5)).
Step 5.
Check for glazed blanket.
Wash thoroughly with water, deglazing solution, and
lithographic solvent (appendix D, items 57 and 60) to
remove gum and ink deposits.
Remove blanket and scrub with lithographic solvent.
Replace blanket (para 2-7c (1)).
Step 6.
Check blanket and plate packing.
Replace packing (para 2-7c (4)).
Step 7.
Check stock thickness adjustment.
Adjust for stock thickness (para 2-7c (5) (o)).
Step 8.
Check quality of ink.
Replace ink (appendix D, items 27 thru 40).
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