Cleaning The Optional Micr Mechanism - Epson U950 - TM B/W Dot-matrix Printer User Manual

2. Insert the check face down, with the
MICR characters on the right-hand
side.
3. Insert the check straight into the inlet,
using the right edge of the inlet as a
guide, as far as the check will go. See
illustration
4. The printer starts drawing the check
in. Let go of the check immediately.
The SLIP LED goes from blinking to on.
5. When MICR reading is complete, the printer ejects the check
and the SLIP LED starts blinking again.
6. Remove the check by pulling it straight out (not at an angle).
The SLIP LED goes off.

Cleaning the Optional MICR Mechanism

Clean the MICR head and MICR roller every 6000 passes or once a
month.
Note:
If you encounter frequent MICR reading errors, use the procedure below.
For the MICR head
Use a moistened cleaning sheet, such as PRESAT brand (KIC)
"Check Reader Cleaning Card" or an equivalent commercially
available cleaning sheet.
For the MICR feed roller
Use an adhesive cleaning sheet available from EPSON. Contact
your dealer.
Cleaning procedure
Use this procedure for both cleaning sheets.
1. Load both paper rolls into the printer; then turn off the power.
2. Open the front cover and turn the power back on while holding
down the JOURNAL/SLIP button.
3. Press the JOURNAL/SLIP button 3 times.
4. Close the front cover (the SLIP LED flashes).
5. Follow the instructions on the cleaning sheet. You will insert
the cleaning sheet the same way you insert a normal check.
6. When the sheet is ejected, remove it from the printer; then turn
off the power.
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