Cleaning The Printer - Epson Stylus Color 980 Manual

Cleaning the Printer

To keep your printer operating at its best, clean it thoroughly
several times a year as described below.
1. Make sure that the printer is turned off and that all of the
printer's lights are off. Then, unplug the power cord.
2. Remove any paper from the sheet feeder.
3. Use a soft brush to carefully clean away all dust and dirt from
the sheet feeder.
4. If the outer case or the inside of the sheet feeder is dirty, clean
it with a soft, clean cloth dampened with mild detergent. Keep
the printer cover closed to prevent water from getting inside.
5. If the inside of the printer accidentally gets soiled with ink,
wipe it off with a damp cloth.
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Maintenance
Warning:
Be careful not to touch the gears inside the printer.
Caution:
❏ Never use alcohols or thinners to clean the printer; these
chemicals can damage the components as well as the
case.
❏ Be careful not to get water on the printer mechanism or
electronic components.
❏ Do not use a hard or abrasive brush.
❏ Do not spray the inside of the printer with lubricants;
unsuitable oils can damage the mechanism. Contact
your dealer or a qualified service person if lubrication is
needed.