Cleaning The Products - Epson TM-P20 User Manual

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Cleaning the Products

Cleaning the Printer Exterior Surface
Make sure that the printer is turned off, and wipe off dirt with a dry or slightly wet cloth.
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CAUTION:
Do not use solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner. Using such solvents may transform or damage
the plastic or rubber parts.
Cleaning the Printer Interior
To maintain the printing quality, clean the thermal head, platen roller, and paper sensor by following the
steps below. Epson recommends cleaning the parts periodically (generally every 3 months).
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CAUTION:
❏ After printing, the thermal head can be very hot. Be careful not to touch it and to let it cool before you
clean it.
❏ Do not damage the thermal head by touching it with your fingers or any hard object.
1. Turn off the printer. (U
2. Open the roll paper cover. (U
3. Clean the thermal elements of the thermal head with a cotton swab moistened with an alcohol solvent
(ethanol or IPA).
Cleaning the Single Charger
Before cleaning the single charger, unplug its AC cable from the outlet, without fail, and wipe off dirt with a
dry or slightly wet cloth.
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CAUTION:
Do not use solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner. Using such solvents may transform or damage
the plastic or rubber parts.
"Turning Off" on page 15
"Opening the Roll Paper Cover" on page 16
Platen Roller
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Thermal Head
Paper Sensor
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