Lexmark 2500 manual Maintaining theprinter, Ordering supplies, Removing the ribbon cartridge

Maintaining the printer 56

Maintaining theprinter

Periodically, certain tasks are required to maintain optimum print quality.

Ordering supplies

Use the listed part numbers to order printer supply items you will need.

Supply item	Part number
Parallel cable	• 1329605 (10‑foot cable)

•1427498 (20‑foot cable)

USB cable	12A2405
Serial adapter and cable	12T0154 (Serial Interface option)
	1038693 (50‑foot cable)
Printer ribbon	•	11A3540	(2400/2500 series standard re‑inking ribbon)
	•	11A3550	(2500 series high yield re‑inking ribbon)

Note: Printer ribbons can be ordered from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.

Removing the ribbon cartridge

1Turn the printer off.

2Lift the left and right release latches on the ribbon access cover to remove it.

3Place the ribbon access cover on a flat surface.

4Set the forms thickness lever to position 7.

5Squeeze the left and right latches on the ribbon cartridge to lift it out of the printer.

Cleaning the printer

Preparing the printer for cleaning

1Turn the printer off.

2Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The printhead may be hot. If so, allow it to cool before touching.

3Squeeze the left and right latches on the ribbon cartridge, and then lift it out of the printer.

Cleaning the inside of the printer

Every few months, use a soft brush and a vacuum to remove dust, ribbon lint, and pieces of paper from the printer. Vacuum any dust from around the printhead and from inside the printer.