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Prestige R1 - Fix Contaminated Ink after Performing a 'Fill Ink'

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  • Updated 2026-04-20

Prestige R1 – Fixing White Ink Turning Black After Fill Ink

PURPOSE (00:02–00:12) This guide explains how to resolve white ink contamination that causes white ink to appear black after performing a fill ink on the Prestige R1. SECTION (00:12–00:32) Issue Overview

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Before you start

SECTION (00:32–00:55) Cause of White Ink Contamination SECTION (00:55–01:20) Correct White Ink Circulation Setting

What you need

  • White ink turning dark or black is typically caused by incorrect white ink circulation settings after a fill ink
  1. Locate the white ink circulation intensity knob
  2. Adjust the knob to 20% or below SECTION (01:20–End) If Contamination Persists SECTION (01:20–End) Support
  • This issue commonly occurs if the circulation intensity is left too high
  • During initial setup, white ink circulation is set to 100%
  • This high setting is used temporarily for approximately one hour
  • If not reduced afterward, color ink can contaminate the white ink line
  • White ink circulation must always be returned to 20% or lower after fill ink
  • Leaving the circulation at 100% will cause contamination
  • Verify the white ink circulation is correctly set to 20% or below
  • If contamination continues, contact DTF Station technical support
  • Tech support will provide instructions to drain the ink tube if required
  • Contact DTF Station technical support for further assistance

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