ITM temperature sensor
The infrared (IR) temperature sensor reads the ITM drum temperatures. The temperature
sensor readings are used to turn the ITM heating on and off to keep the blanket at a
pre-set temperature.
Clean the ITM shoulder below the IR temperature sensor using a lint-free wipe soaked
with imaging oil.
Before carrying out this procedure, make sure to have the following items:
Perform the procedure only when the ITM drum has cooled to room temperature. Perform
the following procedure weekly:
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Infrared temperature
sensor
Figure 9-19. ITM IR temperature sensor
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lint-free wipes
imaging oil
On the control panel, click Standby. The press changes to the Standby state.
Open the upper feed door.
Lift the ITM hood.
Using lint-free wipes soaked in IPA, clean the ITM area that comes into contact with
the ITM thermal fuse. Use a blunt, plastic knife to scrape off the dry ink.
Using the inch-safe-service method (see 'Inch-safe-service method' on page 32),
rotate the drum. Clean the complete drum circumference.
Wipe the blanket dry.
Close the ITM hood.
Close all doors.
Clean below guard
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