How To Use Media Edge Protectors - Oce Arizona 550 GT User Manual

How to Use Media Edge Protectors

How to Use Media Edge Protectors
Introduction
Some media tend to have dust and fiber that clings to the edge of the media roll. When
released near the RMO (Roll Media Option) unit platen, these particles can find their
way into the printhead nozzles and cause dropouts that reduce image quality and produce
banding.
When to do
When you use roll media that has fibers on the edge of the roll, use the media edge pro-
tectors to stop this material from entering the active print area where the carriage moves
across the platen. The edge protectors are disposable and are intended to extend the time
between printhead cleanings when fibrous media is used.
Note:
If you use media that is known to have to have "fuzzy" edges you can sometimes minimize
the problem by cutting or burning the debris off.
Required tool
• A package of edge detectors is included in the Accessory kit that ships with the RMO
unit. If you run out, you can purchase it as a consumable item (see you local sales
representative).
How to Apply the Media Edge Protectors
Bend the bottom edge of the protector along the first crease (located above the label with
1.
the part number) to approx 120 degrees.
Bend the other crease so that the larger portion of the flap is at a slight angle, as illustrated
2.
in the side view figure below.
[94] Media Edge Detector Height Adjustment
136 Chapter 7 - How to Operate the Roll Media Option
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012