Introduction; Maintenance - Datamax ?-class series Maintenance Manual

2.0 Introduction

This section covers the necessary maintenance and alignment procedures for the printer.

2.1 Maintenance

This section details the recommended items, techniques, and schedules to help you safely and effectively
maintain the printer. Keep the following items on hand to clean the printer:
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Isopropyl alcohol
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Cotton swabs
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Soft-bristle brush
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Soapy water/mild detergent
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Compressed air
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Printhead Cleaning Cards or Printhead Cleaning Film
For your safety and to avoid damaging the printer, turn 'Off' and unplug the printer before cleaning.
Always take proper precautions when using isopropyl alcohol, a flammable liquid.
CAUTION
Component / Area
Printhead
Rollers
Peel Assembly
Media Path / Media
Sensor / Peel Bar
Exterior Surfaces
*Whichever interval comes first.
Adjustments and Maintenance
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Cleaning Interval *
Thermal transfer media – after each
roll of ribbon.
Direct thermal media – after each
roll of media, or as needed.
After each roll of labels, after each
roll of ribbon, or as needed.
After each roll of labels, after each
roll of ribbon, or as needed.
As needed, based on a weekly
visual inspection.
As needed, based on a weekly
visual inspection.
Method / Supplies
Using a cotton swab with isopropyl
alcohol, clean the printhead and, if
necessary, use Printhead Cleaning Cards
or Cleaning Film. See Section 2.1.1.
A cotton swab or cloth dampened with
isopropyl alcohol wiped across the roller.
Rotate the roller by hand until the entire
surface is clean.
Cotton swab dampened with isopropyl
alcohol.
Compressed air or a soft brush. Isopropyl
alcohol, as needed.
Mild detergent applied with a dampened
cloth.
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