Cleaning Print Head - SATO TC408 User Manual

Cleaning Print Head

To keep print Head remain in its best conditions and efficiency and to
extend duration for use, regular cleaning action is needed.
Caution: Warranty of print heads will be void if print head serial
number is removed, altered, defected, or made illegible, under
every circumstance. Please be careful during cleaning.
Caution: In case of long-time printing, surface of print head may
be very hot. Please wait till print head cools down properly
before maintenance. Do not touch print head directly.
Caution: Touch printer's metal frame to discharge static
electricity, or use an antistatic wrist strap and mat.
Clean print head as following steps:
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Open the top cover to access the print head module
3. Remove the ribbon.
4. Rub the print head with a cotton bud moistened with "Ethanol" or
"IPA".
5. Check for any traces of black coloring or adhesive on the cotton
after cleaning.
6. Repeat if necessary until the cotton is clean after it is passed over
the head.
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