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Miro 36

Miro 36 - Operation Guide

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  • 30 steps
  • 142 instructions
  • 2 videos
  • 2 chapters
  • Updated 2026-02-17

1. Control Panel Basics

Miro 36 Gen 2 Shaker - Control Panel Overview and Basic Operation

  1. 0:03Power On and Model Overview
  2. 0:32Power Configuration Differences
  3. 1:36Safety Features Overview
  4. 2:05Adjusting the Control Panel Position
  5. 2:32Shaking Paddle Control
  6. 3:04Purifier Fan Operation
  7. 3:32Temperature Unit Selection
  8. 4:03Completion
Written steps10

Power On and Model Overview

Watch this part0:03

What you need

  • Demonstration unit shown is the 220V model
  • Operation steps are identical for 110V and 220V models
  • Primary difference is power configuration
  1. Locate the power button on the right side of the shaker next to the control panel screen.
  2. Ensure the power plug is securely connected to the wall outlet.
  3. Press the power button to turn the machine on.
  4. Verify that the control panel screen powers on.

Power Configuration Differences

Watch this part0:32

What you need

  • 110V model:
  • Two power ports
  • Upper power button and cord power the main heating plate and takeup reel system (up to 18A)
  • Lower power button and cord power the preheating plate and powder shaking (up to 8A)
  • 220V model:
  • One power port
  • Total power draw of 10A

Safety Features Overview

Watch this part1:36

What you need

  • Shaking paddle stops automatically when the powder station cover is opened
  • Safety sensor disengages operation when the top lid is not closed
  • Takeup motor stops automatically when the cover is opened
  • Heater chamber turns off immediately when the cover is opened
  • Designed to prevent overheating and accidental operation

Adjusting the Control Panel Position

Watch this part2:05
  1. Place both hands on the black metal areas located at the bottom of the control panel.
  2. Press firmly until a click is heard.
  3. Release the panel and allow it to rise into position.
  4. Avoid pressing directly on the screen to prevent damage.
  5. Apply firm pressure if needed, especially during first-time use.

Shaking Paddle Control

Watch this part2:32

What you need

  • Recommended paddle speed setting is approximately 5
  • Adjust speed as needed based on application
  1. Press the number button below the speed setting gauge bar to turn the shaking paddle on.
  2. Press the right arrow to increase paddle intensity.
  3. Press the left arrow to decrease paddle intensity.

Purifier Fan Operation

Watch this part3:04

What you need

  • Keep purifier fan on during operation to eliminate fumes
  1. Press the on/off button below the speed setting to toggle the purifier fan.
  2. Observe the button color change to confirm status: Green indicates on
  • Red indicates off

Dual Fan Switch System

What you need

  • Two fan switches control diagonal fan sets
  • Activating either switch enables normal printing purification
  • Alternating between switches extends fan service life
  • Turn on both switches simultaneously if smoke persists

Temperature Unit Selection

Watch this part3:32
  1. Navigate to the advanced settings menu.
  2. Select the Celsius/Fahrenheit option.
  3. Return to the main menu.
  4. Confirm the temperature unit display has updated.

Heating Temperature Settings

What you need

  • Preheating plate helps prevent excessive ink overflow
  • Main heating plate cures the powdered film properly
  1. Tap the current temperature number on the screen.
  2. Enter the desired temperature for the front preheating plate.
  3. Enter the desired temperature for the main heating plate.

Completion

Watch this part4:03

What you need

  • Control panel functions reviewed
  • Basic operation verified
  • Machine ready for use

2. Operation Guide

Miro 36 Shaker - Control Panel Overview, Daily Operation, and End-of-Day Maintenance

  1. 0:03Control Panel Power and Model Overview
  2. 0:35Power Configuration Differences
  3. 1:09Safety Features
  4. 2:15Raising the Control Panel
  5. 2:46Shaking Paddle Control
  6. 3:23Temperature Unit and Advanced Settings
  7. 3:59Heating Temperature Setup
  8. 4:30Daily Operation Preparation
  9. 5:57Film Alignment and Positioning
  10. 7:17Media Wheel and Sensor Setup
  11. 7:58Preheating and Film Feeding
  12. 8:53Main Heating and Powder Application
  13. 9:48Shaking, Takeup, and Auto Mode
  14. 11:27Monitoring During Operation
  15. 12:23End-of-Print Film Handling
  16. 13:47End-of-Day Maintenance
  17. 15:12Filter and Fan Maintenance
  18. 18:34Powder Station Cleaning
  19. 20:17Final Shutdown
Written steps20

Control Panel Power and Model Overview

Watch this part0:03

What you need

  • Demonstration unit: 220V model
  • Operation steps are identical for 110V and 220V models
  • Difference is power configuration only
  1. Locate the power button on the right side of the shaker next to the control panel screen.
  2. Ensure the power cord is securely plugged into the wall outlet.
  3. Press the power button to turn the machine on.
  4. Confirm the control panel screen powers on.

Power Configuration Differences

Watch this part0:35

What you need

  • 110V model:
  • Two power ports
  • Upper power button and cord power the main heating plate and takeup reel (up to 18A)
  • Lower power button and cord power the preheating plate and powder shaking (up to 8A)
  • 220V model:
  • Single power port
  • Total power draw of 10A

Safety Features

Watch this part1:09

What you need

  • Shaking paddle stops when powder station cover is opened
  • Safety sensor shuts down operation when top lid is disengaged
  • Takeup motor stops automatically when cover is opened
  • Heating chamber turns off immediately when cover is opened

Raising the Control Panel

Watch this part2:15
  1. Press the black metal areas at the bottom of the control panel with both hands.
  2. Continue pressing until a click is heard.
  3. Release to allow the control panel to rise.
  4. Do not press directly on the screen.
  5. Apply firm pressure if needed, especially during first-time use.

Shaking Paddle Control

Watch this part2:46

What you need

  • Recommended speed setting: 5
  • Adjust based on powder behavior
  1. Press the number button below the speed gauge bar to activate the shaking paddle.
  2. Press the right arrow to increase intensity.
  3. Press the left arrow to decrease intensity.

Purifier Fan Control

What you need

  • Purifier fan must remain on during operation
  1. Press the on/off button below the speed gauge to toggle the purifier fan.
  2. Confirm button color change: Green = On
  • Red = Off

Temperature Unit and Advanced Settings

Watch this part3:23
  1. Enter the advanced settings menu.
  2. Select Celsius/Fahrenheit to change temperature units.
  3. Select Restore Factory Settings if needed.
  4. Use Temperature Calibration if display does not match actual temperature.
  5. Refer to the Quick Start Guide troubleshooting video for calibration instructions.

Heating Temperature Setup

Watch this part3:59

What you need

  • Preheating plate reduces ink overflow
  • Main heating plate cures powdered film
  1. Tap the current temperature display.
  2. Enter the desired preheating plate temperature.
  3. Enter the desired main heating plate temperature.

Daily Operation Preparation

Watch this part4:30
  1. Verify the printer is producing a proper nozzle check.
  2. Refer to your printer manual for correct nozzle pattern appearance.
  3. Remove the Miro 36 fabric cover.
  4. Lift the front heating plate.
  5. Adjust height to match the printer if needed.
  6. Move the Miro 36 close to the printer.

Film Alignment and Positioning

Watch this part5:57
  1. Release the film to the edge of the preheating plate.
  2. Align the Miro 36 to the center of the film using the ruler on the front heating plate.
  3. Lock the stopper to secure the Miro 36 position.
  4. Remove the media wheel rod from the powder station.
  5. Loosen media wheel screws.
  6. Adjust wheel position to match film width.
  7. Do not overtighten screws to allow fine adjustment during printing.

Media Wheel and Sensor Setup

Watch this part7:17
  1. If using film narrower than 36 inches, install an additional media wheel.
  2. Position the media wheel within 10 cm of the sensor for proper detection.
  3. Close the powder station cover.
  4. Start the print job.

Preheating and Film Feeding

Watch this part7:58
  1. Turn on the Miro 36 power.
  2. Raise the control panel if needed.
  3. Set preheating temperature to 60 C.
  4. Adjust temperature based on film type.
  5. Pause printing when the print reaches the end of the preheating plate.
  6. Open the powder station cover.
  7. Open the heating chamber.
  8. Slide the film into the chamber.
  9. Secure the film using the provided clamps.
  10. Close the heating chamber lid to hold clamps in place.

Main Heating and Powder Application

Watch this part8:53
  1. Set main heating temperature to 130 C.
  2. Resume printing.
  3. Monitor temperature and adjust based on film and environment.
  4. When excess film forms a U-shape, pause printing.
  5. Open powder station cover.
  6. Place the media wheel rod onto the film.
  7. Add a small amount of powder to the groove.
  8. Close the powder station cover.

Shaking, Takeup, and Auto Mode

Watch this part9:48
  1. Turn on the shaking paddle.
  2. Set speed to 5.
  3. Adjust intensity as needed.
  4. Turn on the purifier fan.
  5. Resume printing.
  6. Pull film using the clamp toward the takeup reel.
  7. Turn on the takeup reel motor.
  8. Remove clamp when sufficient slack is created.
  9. Feed film under the tension rod.
  10. Align film with preheating plate.
  11. Tape film to the takeup reel.
  12. Add more powder up to the height of the media wheel rod.
  13. Do not overfill the powder.

Monitoring During Operation

Watch this part11:27

What you need

  • Monitor print quality
  • Monitor powder coverage
  • Ensure excess powder is removed before oven
  • Confirm proper curing
  • Increase main heat if powder is undercured
  • Do not leave unattended during first two weeks

End-of-Print Film Handling

Watch this part12:23
  1. Use printer feed function to advance film 800–900 mm.
  2. Set front heating temperature to 0 to cool.
  3. When feed stops, detach film from printer.
  4. Manually feed film slowly if needed.
  5. Let printed film slide into powder station.
  6. Do not release film too early.
  7. Use cover open/close to move remaining printed film into oven.
  8. Allow final section to cure for 3–5 minutes.
  9. Turn off shaking and preheating when no longer needed.
  10. Let takeup reel pull in remaining film.
  11. Turn off takeup reel motor.
  12. Remove film core.

End-of-Day Maintenance

Watch this part13:47
  1. Turn off all power except the purifier fan.
  2. Open powder station cover and heating chamber.
  3. Allow purifier to run for at least 5 minutes.
  4. When temperature reaches room temperature, turn off purifier and main power.
  5. Push control panel down.
  6. Brush powder off heating plate if present.
  7. Wipe heating plate and surrounding areas using 90% or higher isopropyl alcohol and lint-free cloth.
  8. Do not use rubbing alcohol.
  9. Clean upper cover area.
  10. Close and lock heating chamber.

Filter and Fan Maintenance

Watch this part15:12
  1. Open the filter cover.
  2. Clean the filter cover and upper fan area.
  3. Remove HEPA and charcoal filters.
  4. Place filters in a cool, ventilated area to dry.
  5. Wipe filter housing surfaces.
  6. Install spare purifier filter.
  7. Alternate filters daily.
  8. Ensure charcoal filter side faces upward.
  9. Replace filters monthly.
  10. Close and lock filter covers.

Powder Station Cleaning

Watch this part18:34
  1. Remove the media wheel rod.
  2. Brush and wipe the rod with isopropyl alcohol.
  3. Brush excess powder toward the powder tray.
  4. Clean around the sensor without scratching.
  5. Gently wipe sensor with lint-free cloth and alcohol.
  6. Remove powder tray.
  7. Transfer powder to a sealed container.
  8. Store powder away from air, moisture, and dust.
  9. Shelf life of powder is 1 year.
  10. Keep used powder separate from new powder.
  11. Mix used powder gradually with new powder.
  12. Clean area under powder tray.
  13. Reinstall powder tray.
  14. Reinsert media wheel rod.
  15. Close powder station cover.

Final Shutdown

Watch this part20:17
  1. Wipe the front heating plate surface.
  2. Lower the front heating plate.
  3. Wipe exterior machine surfaces.
  4. Cover the Miro 36 with the fabric cover to protect from dust and debris.

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