Printronix P9000 Series manual Chapter Routine Service & Diagnostics, Exterior Cleaning

CHAPTER 8

ROUTINE SERVICE & DIAGNOSTICS

Introduction

The P9012 printer requires little maintenance other than regular general cleaning. Periodically remove excess paper chaff and dust from the ribbon and paper paths. If print quality or paper motion deteriorates seriously, contact your authorized service representative for prompt atF tention.

This chapter presents the following information:

nCleaning

nPrinter Self-Tests

nFault Messages

nHex Code Printout

Cleaning

The printer requires periodic cleaning to ensure efficient operation and clear print quality. Clean the printer approximately every three months or after 250 hours of operation. If the printer is located in a particularly dusty area, or is used for heavy duty printing, clean the printF er more often.

- WARNING -

Disconnect the power source before cleaning the printer.

- WARNUNG -

Vor dem Säubern des Druckers ist die Netzverbindung zu unterbrechen.

Exterior Cleaning

Clean the cabinet exterior with a soft cloth and mild detergent. (Dishwashing liquid works well.) Do not use abrasive powders or strong cleaning agents. The clear windows may be cleaned with plain water or mild window cleaner. Always apply the cleaning solution to the cloth; never pour the cleaner directly onto the printer.

Interior Cleaning

Paper chaff and ink accumulation inside the printer is normal during printer operation. HowF ever, excessive paper chaff and ink accumulation can degrade printer performance and print

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