Cleaning The Printhead - Datamax A-Class A-4212 Operator's Manual

5.5.1 Cleaning the Printhead

When bar codes become unreadable or if streaks appear in text and graphics, the printhead
may need cleaning. Debris buildup, left unattended, can reduce the printhead service life.
(See Section 4.2.1 to program cleaning prompts.) Depending upon the media and
parameters used, different cleaning methods are recommended, as detailed below:
Never use a sharp, hard or abrasive object on the printhead.
Cotton Swab Procedure
wax ribbon):
1. Turn OFF and unplug the printer. Open the cover and raise the Head Lift Lever. Wait a
minute for the printhead to cool. Remove media and ribbon from the printer.
2. Using a Cotton Swab moistened (not soaked) with isopropyl alcohol, clean the Printhead
and its Burn Line.
A-Class
Streaks can indicate a dirty or faulty printhead.
Proper cleaning is critical. To maintain peak
performance of the printer, Datamax O'Neil offers a
complete line of cleaning products including pens,
cards, films and swabs. Visit our website at
http://www.datamaxcorp.com/media/products/cleaning
to learn more. Certified Datamax – The worry free
choice for optimal printer performance.
(for users of direct thermal media, or thermal transfer media with
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