8. Maintenance
8.Maintenance
❏Cleaning
Minimum periodical cleaning will ensure the maximum performance from your printer. Do not spill or splash cleaning liquid inside the printer. Please refer to the "Printer cover removal" on page 64 to remove the covers for cleaning.
Before cleaning the printer, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord. Power may be required to clean the platen.
| Platen | ◆ Use a platen cleaner, or any weak alcohol solvents, to remove any | ||
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| Inside the printer | ◆ Use a vacuum cleaner to remove paper dust and particles inside the | ||
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| Exterior Casings | ◆ Clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent. Never | ||
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FPC cable plastic binder
Make sure that the binder clamps the cable securely.
Exterior Casings | Inside the printer |
Clean with a soft cloth dampened | Thoroughly vacuum these areas. |
with a mild detergent. | Remove any collected paper dust and particles. |
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