Cleaning The Media Sensor, Media Path, And Peel Bar - Datamax A-Class A-4212 Operator's Manual

5.5.4 Cleaning the Media Sensor, Media Path, and Peel Bar

Clean the Media Sensor, Media Path, and Peel Bar as follows:
1. Turn OFF and unplug the printer. Raise the access cover.
2. Raise the Head Lift Lever. Lower the Peel Assembly Release Lever. Remove media and
ribbon.
Media Posts
3. Using compressed air or a soft brush, clean the media path (and ribbon path, on units
equipped with the thermal transfer option) including the Media Sensor and Peel Bar. Use
a cotton swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol as needed on areas of heavy buildup.
4. After allowing the components to dry, replace media, and ribbon (if needed). Close the
Peel Assembly and lower the Head Lift Lever into the locked position.
5. Close the access cover. Plug in and turn ON the printer. This completes the procedure.
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Media Guide
Media Sensor
Ribbon Shield
(thermal transfer-equipped
models only)
Peel Bar
A-Class