130Routine Maintenance

Cleaning Schedule and Procedures

Clean the Snap Plate

Clean the snap plate when label adhesive or a label is stuck to the underside. Figure 12 shows the location of the snap plate.

Figure 12 • Snap Plate Location

Important • Be careful not to bend or twist the metal snap plate as you remove it from or insert it into the printer.

To clean the snap plate, complete these steps:

1.Caution • Turn off (O) the printer and disconnect it from the power source before performing the following procedure.

Turn off (O) the printer, and disconnect the AC power cord and all data cables.

2.Caution • While performing any tasks near an open printhead, remove all rings, watches, hanging necklaces, identification badges, or other metallic objects that could touch the printhead.

Open the printhead and remove the media and ribbon (if used).

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