Applicable Systems
MAN Roland Offset Printing Machine
Symptoms
The MAN Roland press displays error MR003, indicating a transfer cylinder slip. The sheet is slipping on the transfer cylinder, causing register errors and possible paper damage.
Possible Causes
- Transfer cylinder gripper pads worn or glazed
- Cylinder surface contaminated with ink or paper dust reducing friction
- Impression pressure between units set too high, causing sheet stretch
Troubleshooting Steps
- Step 1: Inspect the transfer gripper pads for wear and hardness
Pads are soft and compliant with no glazing or cracks - Step 2: Clean the cylinder surface and apply appropriate anti-slip treatment
Surface is clean and the coefficient of friction is restored - Step 3: Check the unit-to-unit impression pressure settings
Pressure is at the minimum required for good ink transfer without sheet stretch
How to Reset
To reset: 1) Replace worn gripper pads. 2) Clean cylinder surfaces thoroughly. 3) Reduce impression pressure to the minimum acceptable. 4) Press RESET and check register.
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Source: MAN Roland Offset Printing Machine Manual, manroland AG
Category: Printing
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