Care And Maintenance - Dascom 5130P User Manual

Tally Dascom 5130P

6.2 Care and maintenance

Your printer requires very little care. Occasional cleaning and replacement of the ribbon cartridge are all that is
required. Cleaning is recommended approximately every 6 months or 300 hours of operation, whichever is
sooner. Lubrication of the printer is not usually necessary. If the print head carriage does not move smoothly
back and forth, clean the printer in the manner described in this chapter. If the problem continues, contact your
dealer to determine whether lubrication may be necessary.
Switch printer off and unplug the power cord from the mains
before doing any maintenance work.
Cleaning
The housing and the cover of the printer help protect it against dust, dirt, and other contaminants. However,
paper produces small particles that accumulate inside the printer. This section explains how to clean and
vacuum the printer.
Cleaning and Vacuuming the Printer
If the print head carriage does not move smoothly back and forth or paper particles have accumulated in the
printer, clean the printer.
To clean and vacuum the printer:
1. Remove any paper from the printer. Make sure that the power is off, and then disconnect the printer power
cord.
2. Using a soft vacuum brush, vacuum the exterior of the printer.
3. Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe the exterior of the printer, including the cover. A mild detergent may be used.
Do not use solvents, kerosene, or abrasive cleaning materials that may damage the printer.
4. Open the cover of the printer and remove the ribbon cartridge. Using a soft vacuum brush, gently vacuum
the platen, the print head carriage and shaft, and surrounding areas. You can easily slide the print head to the
left or right when the power is off. Be careful not to press too hard on the flat head cable that extends from
the print head carriage.
5. Re-install the ribbon cartridge.
Note:
1. The front of mechanism can be open to have a cleaning or clear a paper jam: pull the recesses of both
sides and uplift the front of mechanism.
2. This operation should be performed by authorized service person or skilled user. Make sure the power is
off before operating.
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