Maintaining the Printer

Cleaning the Exterior

Cleaning the Thermal Print Head and the Peel Roller

Thermal head

CAUTION: HOT

CAUTION:

Never use abrasives or harsh chemicals to clean any part of the printer. Do not allow any foreign objects or liquids to fall or spill inside the printer. Fire or electric shock could result. If any foreign object enters the printer, turn off the printer power immediately, remove the power cord, and contact KODAK Service and Support.

1.Wipe the exterior of the printer and trim tray with a damp, lint-free cloth.

2.Vacuum the filter openings to remove dust.

1.Make sure the power switch is turned off ().

2.Carefully open the top cover.

CAUTION:

The thermal print head becomes extremely hot during normal operation. Wait approximately five minutes after you open the top cover before cleaning it. Fingerprints can damage the thermal head. Never touch it with your bare hands or fingers.

3.Remove a new alcohol pad from its packaging. Move the pad along the entire length of the thermal print head, in one direction only. When you clean the thermal head:

Apply firm, even pressure.

Make three passes along the thermal print head.

Use a clean part of the pad for each pass.

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Kodak 8810 manual Cleaning the Exterior, Cleaning the Thermal Print Head and the Peel Roller