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Chapter 4:
MAXX 2 Care and Cleaning
Extensive in-house and field testing reveal that proper cleaning of the MAXX 2 and the
substrates are essential to maintaining good print quality. The following sections provide
comprehensive inspection, cleaning, and foil care instructions.
CAUTION: When cleaning the MAXX 2 (or any time you have the cover of the
MAXX 2 open), you increase the chance of contaminates such as sand or dirt
adhering to the head cleaning pad or platen. Inspect these areas carefully after
cleaning to guard against possible damage.
Recommended MAXX 2 cleaning materials
The recommended cleaning materials are:
♦ rubber gloves (strongly recommended)
♦ pink ThermApprove printhead cleaning film, Gerber part number P72966C
♦ ThermApprove printhead cleaning kit, Gerber part number P66530B
♦ a clean, lint-free cloth
♦ 99 percent isopropyl alcohol
♦ tack cloth (commercially available from most hardware stores)
♦ glass cleaner
♦ 3-IN-ONE machine oil
♦ Chemtronics Ultrajet 2000 (or equivalent) compressed air, ultra-filtered,
non-residue dust remover
Daily cleaning procedures
Daily cleaning of the MAXX 2 is strongly recommended. Everyday you should:
♦ Vacuum the exterior of the MAXX 2.
♦ Clean the magnet bars and squeegees.
♦ Clean the edge sensor strip.
♦ Clean the platen.
♦ Inspect and if necessary, refill the wiper box.
♦ Clean the ways, lead screw, and ball screws.
♦ Clean the material catching baskets.
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