Cleaning The Ink Cartridge Jet Plate - Oce CS 5050 User Manual

Cleaning the ink cartridge jet plate

Clean the ink cartridges when used in a low humidity environment or when
heads become clogged and repeated priming doesn't solve the problem. In
addition, cleaning may restore print quality in ink cartridges worn out from
prolonged use. However, if this fails, replace the cartridge.
To clean the ink cartridge jet plate
Press the
1
station.
Disconnect the quick-connect fittings, noting the colour of the fitting to which
2
the cartridge was connected.
Remove the ink cartridge from the printer by gently pulling the top of the
3
cartridge toward you, then lifting it up out of the carriage.
Press lightly against the jets with a water-moistened, lint-free, non-paper cloth
4
(do not use alcohol). Gently blot any excess ink.
Attention:
appear on the cloth; this is normal.)
Reinstall the cartridge in the carriage and reconnect the ink supply line.
5
Attention:
Press the
6
station.
Press the
7
if necessary. If the cartridges fire correctly, perform the appropriate calibration
procedures (see 'Calibrating cartridges' on page 35).
If the cartridge continues to misfire, remove the cartridge. Rinse the ink from
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the bottom of the cartridge using warm distilled water.
Removing the cartridge too often can create a large air bubble in the
Note:
line, which can lead to pen problems. Refill the lines with ink if necessary.
Dry all surfaces of the cartridge, except for the bottom, or jet area and the
9
circuit plate.
Re-install the cartridge and re-prime.
10
Print out and check the prime test pattern.
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Utility/Access Cartridges
Blot only: do not wipe. Wiping may damage the jets. (Ink will
Never use alcohol to clean the jet area of the cartridge.
Utility/Access Cartridges
buttons to check the cartridges. Repeat two more times,
Utility/Prime
to move the carriage away from the service
buttons to return the carriage to the service