Maintenance And Adjustments; Cleaning Intervals - Datamax M-Class Mark II Operator's Manual

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5 . 1 C l e a n i n g
5 . 1 C l e a n i n g
5 . 1 C l e a n i n g
This section details the cleaning, adjusting, and troubleshooting tips for the printer. The following
table outlines the recommended maintenance schedule for the various printer parts.
Area
Printhead Turn off the printer before cleaning the
printhead. Use solvent* on a cotton swab to
clean the printhead from end to end.
Platen Roller Turn the power off. Rotate the platen roller and
clean it thoroughly with solvent* and a cotton
swab.
Peel-Off Roller Rotate the peel-off roller and clean it thoroughly
with solvent* and a cotton swab.
Media Path Solvent*
Peel/Tear Bar Solvent*
Media Sensor Air blow
Exterior Mild detergent or desktop cleaner.
Interior Brush or vacuum cleaner
* It is recommended that a solvent containing isopropyl alcohol be used.
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Isopropyl alcohol is a flammable solvent; always take the proper precautions when using this
substance.
Proper cleaning is critical. To maintain peak performance of the printer, Datamax-O'Neil offers a
complete line of cleaning products including pens, cards, films and swabs. Visit our website at
http://www.datamax-oneil.com to learn more.
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Chapter 5 – Maintenance and Adjustments
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After every roll of media.
After every roll of media.
After every roll of media.
After every roll of media.
As needed
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As needed
As needed.
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