Cleaning the Plotter
To maintain the plotter in good operating condition, keep it free of dust accumulation, ink, and other contamination. Cleaning intervals are determined by the plotter environment and by the types of plotter supplies used. As with any precision electronics equipment, proper maintenance will help to ensure reliability and prolong product life.
W A R N I N G | Disconnect the plotter from the power source prior |
| to performing any maintenance DO NOT allow |
| water to run on to electrical components or circuits |
| or through openings in the enclosure as this can |
| create a shock hazard leading to death or injury |
General Cleaning
Proper general cleaning should include the following:
1Blow away dust accumulation with compressed air if available.
2Clean the outer surface of the plotter with a damp sponge or cloth. Use a mild soap and water solution if necessary. Do not use abrasive cleaners on the window.
3Wipe the plotter dry with a soft lint5free cloth.
Cleaning the Drive Roller
Due to the ink's reflectance, ink spilled on the roller can disrupt the plotter's edge5sensing function. To remove any ink from the roller, perform the following procedure:
1Connect the plotter to the ac power source.
2Switch the plotter ON and wait for it to finish initialization.
3With the window closed and no media loaded, press Form Feed repeatedly until the stained area of the drive roller is positioned at the top where it can be cleaned.
4Turn the plotter OFF, disconnect it from the ac power source and raise the window.
5Apply any common household cleaning solution to a soft, lint5free rag and apply it to the drive5roller surface.
6Thoroughly clean the roller surface.
7If other areas of the roller have been stained by ink, repeat the above steps.
8Allow the drive roller to dry.
9Lower the window, reconnect the plotter to the ac source, turn the plotter on, and load paper to test that no ink reflections disrupt operation of media loading.
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