cleaning the printer
4Using a soft±bristled, non±metallic brush, remove dust particles from the media path, ribbon guides and ribbon path.
5Brush and vacuum accumulated dust or residue, especially in the printhead areas.
6Using a cloth dampened with anhydrous alcohol, clean the ribbon guides, rollers and mechanical assemblies.
7The printhead will require cleaning after extended normal operation. Regular cleaning will ensure the highest print quality. Clean the printhead using a clean cotton swab and anhydrous alcohol.
8When the cutter or tear bar become dirty with gummed media backing, clean the area using a clean, lint±free cloth and anhydrous alcohol.
9Wipe the cabinet interior with a clean, lint±free cloth damp (not wet) with water and mild detergent, or spray the surfaces lightly with window cleaning solution.
10Dry the interior with a dry, clean, lint±free cloth.
11Reload the media (page 6) and ribbon (page 17).
Cotton Swab
Printhead
Element
Printhead Hinge
Printhead Plate
Latch
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