Introduction

General Printer Maintenance

Introduction

This section describes the primary printer maintenance procedures to be completed during service calls. In addition, this introduction reviews safety precautions, tool requirements, and the printer maintenance record.

Every-Call Cleaning Procedure (page 7-6)

The every-call cleaning procedure, as the name implies, is performed every time the printer is serviced. It includes a thorough cleaning of the printer, requiring the removal of all major components and performance of specific cleaning tasks related to each one. It also includes vacuuming all excess toner and other contamination from the interior of the printer.

Paper Feed Tension Adjustment Procedure (page 7-8)

You may need to adjust the paper feed tension to correct jamming. Adjustment procedures for older and newer printers are included.

Lubrication Procedures (page 7-11)

Lubrication procedures are performed whenever needed, though lubrication should be applied sparingly. The required lubricants, including oil, molycote and red grease, can be purchased from the printer’s manufacturer.

Tune-Up Procedure (page 7-18)

The tune-up maintenance procedure is performed when the printer has yielded sub-standard prints after you’ve completed standard maintenance procedures, or has printed one- to two-million images. A tune-up maintenance kit is required for this procedure.

Safety Precautions

Whenever servicing sophisticated electronic/electro-mechanical equipment, common sense, training, caution and experience help in avoiding accidents and mishaps. Be aware of the following safety precautions:

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Follow all instructions in this document.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.

Unplug the printer when performing any removal, replacement or cleaning procedure.

Ensure that the power source for the printer matches the power specification label located above the power outlet on the back of the printer.

Keep combustible materials away from the printer.

Provide adequate ventilation for the printer so that slots and openings in the cabinet sides are not blocked.

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