
5.3.1Cleaning the Printhead
If print quality declines (symptoms include
nTurn ‘Off’ and unplug the printer.
oOpen the access cover. Unlock the Printhead Latch and raise the Printhead Assembly. Allow the printhead to cool before proceeding.
pMove media and ribbon away from the printhead as necessary.
qUsing a cotton swab moistened, not soaked, with isopropyl alcohol gently wipe away any
rReplace the ribbon and media. Lower the Printhead Assembly and rotate the Printhead Latch completely back, to the locked position.
sClose the cover. Plug in and turn ‘On’ the printer. Feed several labels to normalize tracking.
NEVER use a sharp object to clean the Printhead.
CAUTION
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