Linear Encoder Strip Cleaning - ENCAD 60e Service Manual

Novajet PROe Series Service Manual
4. Using a cotton swab dampened with distilled water, wipe the
5. With a dry swab, wipe all moisture from the seals and wipers.
6. Close the lid and reconnect the power cord and interface

Linear Encoder Strip Cleaning

Clean the linear encoder strip monthly or as necessary to remove any
buildup of debris. Distilled water or isopropyl alcohol may be used.
You may notice that it tends to fog the encoder strip; however, no
detrimental effect has been observed in the field.
To clean the Encoder Strip:
1. Disconnect the power cord and interface cable.
2. Slightly dampen a cotton swab with distilled water or
3. Reconnect the power cord and interface cable.
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seals and the rubber wiper in the service station until no more
ink residue or dust can be removed.
cable.
isopropyl alcohol and wipe along the length of the encoder
strip on both sides.
Figure 3-1. Encoder Strip Cleaning.