Clean The Printhead; Standard Rp4 Models; Linerless Models - Honeywell RP2B User Manual

Clean the Printhead

Area
Printhead
Platen roller
Peel off roller
Lid roller
Media sensor
Interior
If print quality declines (symptoms include non-compliant bar codes, print drop-
outs and streaks), the typical cause is debris buildup on the printhead. When the
buildup is not removed it may lead to reduced service life or printhead failure.
Streaks in printed labels usually indicate a dirty or faulty printhead.

Standard RP4 Models

Clean the printhead using a cleaning card:
1. Open the printer and remove all media.
2. Open the fan fold door in the bottom of the printer.
3. Insert the cleaning card through the door and close the printer cover.
4. Press the Media Feed button several times to feed the cleaning card through
5. Reload media and close the printer.
6. Press the Media Feed button to feed the media through.

Linerless Models

Cleaning pens are used on linerless-model printers or any printer with adhesive
buildup. They are used to clean components that are exposed directly to adhesive.
Step 1.
Step 2.
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Method
(Standard Models)
Cleaning card or cotton
swab with isopropyl
alcohol
Cotton swab
with isopropyl alcohol
Cleaning pens
Cotton swab
with isopropyl alcohol
Compressed air
Compressed air
the printer. Repeat if necessary.
Rub this pen along the sticky component to break down the adhesive
buildup.
Rub this pen along the component to remove the buildup.
Method
(Linerless Models)
Cleaning pens
Cleaning pens
Cleaning pens
Cleaning pens
Compressed air
Compressed air
Interval
After 3-5 rolls of media
After 3-5 rolls of media
After 3-5 rolls of media
After 3-5 rolls of media
Monthly
As needed
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