Cleaning The Label Sensors - Intermec EasyCoder 4420 User Manual

Cleaning the Label Sensors

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5 Clean the lower media guide by using a lint-free cloth moistened with
isopropyl alcohol as shown in the following figure.
Note: The lower media guide is spring loaded. You must hold it open to
clean.
6 Use the cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol to clean the upper
media guide. Be sure to remove all traces of debris.
7 Remove all traces of dust, paper, and adhesive from the media path with
a soft bristle brush or vacuum.
8 Clean the flat surfaces of the media path (including the edge guide) with
a lint-free cloth and isopropyl alcohol.
9 Release the lower media guide.
10 If you are finished cleaning, replace the media cover.
Two label sensors on the printer require regular cleaning:
• Label mark
• Label gap
To clean the label sensors
1 Turn off the printer and remove the power cord.
2 Remove the media cover.
3 Disengage the printhead by rotating the head lift lever clockwise until
the printhead releases.
4 Remove the media and ribbon (if necessary).
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