Cleaning The Printhead - Datamax PE Operator's Manual

6.2 Cleaning the Printhead

When print quality begins to degrade the typical cause is a dirty
printhead. Unreadable barcodes, print drop-out areas, streaking and
smudging are all possible symptoms. In addition, if this build-up is
left on the printhead it will greatly reduce it's life. Follow this simple
procedure to clean the printhead:
Turn 'Off' and unplug the printer.
Open the cover.
the printhead. Move ribbon or paper away as necessary.
Gently wipe the underside of the printhead clean using a
cotton swab moistened (not soaked) with isopropyl alcohol.
Allow to dry.
Re-install ribbon and media, if necessary. Lower the
printhead by turning the Head-Lift Lever 'down' until it locks
into position.
Close the cover. Plug in and turn 'On' the printer. Feed
several labels to normalize label tracking.
Note: NEVER use a sharp object when cleaning the printhead.
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Cleaning the Printhead
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