Cleaning The Print Head - Canon MK5000 User Manual

Cleaning the Print Head

If printing is not clear or white streaks appear, the print head may be dirty. We recommend
cleaning the print head about once a month.
WARNING
• Before cleaning, be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power supply. Also,
remove the batteries from the printer. Doing so may result in fi re or electric shock.
• Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other fl ammable solvents to clean the unit. Doing so
may result in fi re or electric shock.
1
Turn off the power and unplug the power plug from the power outlet.
If batteries are being used, remove them.
2
Open the cover and remove the ribbon cassette, and attachment (or label
tape cassette).
3
Wipe off any dirt on the print head with a cotton swab moistened with water
and wrung out tightly.
IMPORTANT
• Do not touch the print head directly. Doing so may result in malfunction of the product.
4
When cleaning is fi nished, close the cover.
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