6. Preventive Maintenance
This chapter describes procedures for printer preventive maintenance. Following these
recommendations can help prevent problems and maintain optimum performance.
Safety Inspection Guide
The purpose of this inspection guide is to aid you in identifying unsafe conditions.
If any unsafe conditions exist, find out how serious the hazard could be and if you can
continue before you correct the hazard.
Check the following items:
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Lubrication Specifications
Lubricate only when parts are replaced or as needed, not on a scheduled basis. Use of
lubricants other than those specified can cause premature failure. Some unauthorized
lubricants may chemically attack polycarbonate parts. Use IBM no. 10 oil,
P/N 1280443 (Approved equivalents: Mobil DTE27, Shell Tellus 100, Fuchs Renolin
MR30), IBM no. 23 grease (Approved equivalent Shell Darina 1), and grease, P/N
99A0394 to lubricate appropriate areas.
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Damaged, missing, or altered parts, especially in the area of the On/Off switch and
the power supply
Damaged, missing, or altered covers, especially in the area of the top cover and the
power supply cover
Possible safety exposure from any non-Lexmark attachments
Preventive Maintenance
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