Cleaning The Printhead - Fargo HDP5000 User Manual

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Cleaning the Printhead

Clean the Printhead (every time the Print Ribbon is changed) to maintain consistent print
quality, as instructed below. This procedure should also be performed approximately every
1000 prints in order to maintain consistent print quality.
Caution: Never use a sharp tool or abrasive object of any kind to clean the
Printhead. It will damage the Printhead. Watches, rings, bracelets and other jewelry can
damage the Printhead if accidentally bumped against it. For best results, remove such items
before touching any internal components of the Printer.
Step Procedure
1 Remove watches, rings, bracelets and other jewelry.
2 Disconnect the Printer Power Supply and if applicable the Lamination Power
Supply.
3 Open the front cover. Remove the Ribbon and Film Cartridges
4 Use a Printhead Cleaning Swab (squeeze to saturate the tip) from the Printer
Cleaning Kit to firmly wipe back and forth across the surface of the Printhead.
See display below.
The printing surface is vertical and faces the left side.
5 Reinstall the cartridges and close the cover once the Printhead is completely
dry.
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