Ricoh Ri 1000 Operator Training page 175

Monthly Maintenance
Clean the Encoder Strip (Metal and Plastic Encoders)
14. Using a dry lint free wipe, remove any remaining liquid adhering to the Encoder Strip.
15. Move the carriage to clean the entire Encoder Strip
CAUTION:
Using lint free wipes helps ensure the integrity of the encoder strip. Failure to use lint
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free wipes may result in damage to the encoder strip and prevent printer functionality
Be sure to clean in the direction of the arrow in the figure.
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Do not directly touch the encoder strip with hands.
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Do not bend the encoder strip.
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Do not allow the alcohol to adhere to the timing belt.
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Do not allow the Lint Free Wipes to come into contact with the Guide Rod.
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All of these can cause a CR encoder error and the encoder will have to be cleaned
again.
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