Datamax M-4206 manual Area Method Interval

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5.0 Introduction

This chapter details the cleaning, adjusting, and troubleshooting tips for the printer. The following table outlines the recommended maintenance schedule for the various printer parts.

Area	Method	Interval
Printhead	Turn off the printer before cleaning	After every roll
	the printhead. Use solvent* on a	of media.
	cotton swab to clean the printhead
	from end to end.
Platen Roller	Turn the power off. Rotate the	After every roll
	platen roller and clean it thoroughly	of media.
	with solvent* and a cotton swab.
Peel-Off	Rotate the peel-off roller and clean	After every roll
Roller	it thoroughly with solvent* and a	of media.
	cotton swab.
Media Path	Solvent*	After every roll
		of media.
Peel/Tear Bar	Solvent*	As needed
Media Sensor	Air blow	Monthly
Exterior	Mild detergent or desktop cleaner.	As needed
Interior	Brush or vacuum cleaner	As needed.

* It is recommended that a solvent containing isopropyl alcohol be used.

Isopropyl alcohol is a flammable solvent, always take the proper

Warning precautions when using this substance.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Copyright Information Agency Compliance and Approvals Important Safety Instructions Printer Overview Troubleshooting Introduction About this Printer Standard FeaturesThermal Transfer Optional Features4206 Removing the Packaging Before Using the PrinterAdditional Requirements Inspecting the PrinterPower Connection Connecting the PrinterUSB Connection Interface ConnectionLoading Media 4206 4206 Sensor Eye Mark Position Media Sensor AdjustmentLoading Ribbon 4206 Ribbon Routing Coated Side In & Coated Side Out Lights Normal ModeButtons Normal Mode Button FunctionsExpress Setup Mode Button Functions To change Printer Setup Printer Setup Mode Button FunctionsMenu Item Values Numbers Items Printer Setup Menu ListMedia Type Sensor Type Menu Items and ValuesControl Codes Form Length Align Length Stop Location Step by Step Modification of the Printer Setup New 19200 Baud Rate Label Alignment = YES Label AlignmentLabel Alignment = no Label Alignment = AutoProblem Possible Cause Solution Label Alignment TroubleshootingIncorrect. Pressing Not correct. The default To perform Calibration Calibration Mode Button FunctionsAuto Media Sensor Calibration Manual Media Sensor Calibration Internal Labels Database Configuration and Dot Check Labels Good Dot Check Label To print the Test Label Test LabelTo print the Hex Dump Label Hex Dump LabelArea Method Interval Cleaning the Printhead Media Width Adjustment Printhead Burn Line Adjustment Printhead Pressure Adjustment Removal Printhead ReplacementResetting to the Factory Defaults Darkness AdjustmentDownloading Firmware and Fonts Problem Situation Troubleshooting TipsUnacceptable print quality Skips every other label Label advances 16 inches before a fault indication Printing MechanicalEmbedded Bar Codes Media/RibbonCommunications FontsSide View Top View Approved Media4206 Ascii Control Code Chart XON Font Valid Ascii Characters decimal Use with Record Embedded Fonts and BarcodesAlphanumeric, upper and lower Font 6 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase 4206 Bar Code Type Length Check Valid Ascii Characters Sum BarcodesFIM Barcode a Code 3 Barcode I Codabar Barcode T Telepen Barcode v FIM Bar Code W1c DataMatrix Thermal Printhead PrinterGeneral Warranty Provisions Warranty Service ProceduresLimitation of Liability Glossary 4206 4206 4206