Datamax E-4304 manual Cleaning the Printhead

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5.1 Cleaning the Printhead

Warning: Turn ‘off’ the printer and unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning the printhead.

1. Turn ‘off’ the printer and open the cover.

2. Push the Printhead Latch down and raise the Printhead Carrier Assembly.

3.Using a Cotton Swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol, rub the Cotton Swab along the Printhead.

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Contents 4203 / E-4204 / E-4304 Page Part Number Firmware Software AgreementAgency Compliance and Approvals Important Safety Instructions Page Printer Overview Label Alignment Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Page Direct Thermal Model IntroductionAbout this Printer Standard FeaturesThermal Transfer Optional Features4203/E-4204/E-4304 Removing the Packaging Before using the PrinterAdditional Requirements Inspecting the PrinterPower Connection Connecting the PrinterInterface Cables Interface ConnectionLoading Media Loading Media for Peel Configuration Loading Ribbon Thermal Transfer 4203/E-4204/E-4304 Flash Memory Expansion 4203/E-4204/E-4304 Lights Front Panel OperationButtons Normal Mode Button FunctionsPrinter Setup Mode Button Functions Printer Setup Menu List Media Type Sensor Type Menu Items and ValuesRange 0 15 default = *10 Internal Module Example of Changing Baud Rate 4203/E-4204/E-4304 New ‘19.2’ Value Label Alignment = YES Label AlignmentLabel Alignment = no Label Alignment = AutoLabel Stock Label Alignment Setting Label Alignment Recommended SettingsProblem Possible Solution Description Label Alignment TroubleshootingProblem Possible Solution Description Cause Fault LED Calibration Mode Media Sensor Calibration Procedure Auto Media Calibration Procedure Internal Labels Database Configuration and Dot Check LabelGood Test Label Faulty Test LabelTo print the Test Label Test Label4203/E-4204/E-4304 Area Method Interval Cleaning the Printhead Media Width Adjustment Ribbon Ribbon Width Direction of Rotation Ribbon Width AdjustmentFine Printhead Adjustment Removal Printhead ReplacementResetting to the Factory Defaults Darkness AdjustmentDownloading Firmware and Fonts Problem Situation Unacceptable print quality Skips every other label Label advances 1-2 inches before a fault indication Printer Specifications Printer SpecificationsMechanical Flash Memory Communications Media/RibbonFonts Imbedded Bar CodesDesignator Description Approved Media4203/E-4204/E-4304 Ascii Control Code Chart XON Font Valid Ascii Characters decimal Use with Record Embedded Fonts and BarcodesAlphanumeric, upper and lower Alphanumeric, uppercase Page Bar Code Type Length Check Valid Ascii Characters BarcodesUPS Barcode H Health Industry Barcode K Plessey Barcode I CodabarBarcode O Code Barcode p Postnet Kmart NON EDI Barcode v FIM Bar Code W1c DataMatrix Barcode T TelepenBar Code W1f Aztec Printer Datamax Barcode Products Limited Warranty StatementThermal Printhead Warranty Service ProceduresLimitation of Liability General Warranty Provisions4203/E-4204/E-4304