Chapter 6 Cleaning Requirements

Interior Cleaning

Over time, particles of paper and ink accumulate inside impact printers. This is normal. Paper dust and ink build-up must be periodically removed to avoid degraded print quality. Most paper dust accumulates around the ends of the platen and ribbon path.

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1)Base Casting

2)Splined Shaft

3)Paper Support (2)

4)Tractor

5)Forms Thickness Lever

6)Ribbon Guide (2)

7)Shuttle Cover Assembly

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Compaq 5531, 5532, 5525B user manual Interior Cleaning, Cleaning Requirements