Chapter 7. Operation And Maintenance; Introduction; Operator Cleaning Procedures - Genicom GEK-00027C User Manual

CHAPTER 7. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

INTRODUCTION

OPERATOR CLEANING PROCEDURES

PRINT GAP WHEEL
REMOVE THIS
PORTION OF AIR DUCT
GEK-00028C
These shuttle matrix printers are designed so that preventive
maintenance is not required. There are no lubrication requirements;
therefore, operator maintenance is minimal.
Clean the printer as necessary. The area where the printer is located,
the amount of usage, and the type of paper used all affect how often
cleaning is required.
1. Turn the power switch off and disconnect the power cord from the
AC source.
2. Turn the print gap wheel to the LOAD position and remove the
paper.
3. Turn the ribbon locking lever to the LOAD position and remove
the ribbon cartridge.
4. If necessary, rotate the control panel to the open position.
5. Loosen the two thumbscrews and remove the print module access
panel. See Figure 7-1.
Use extreme care while cleaning around the ribbon shield area.
The shield is constructed of thin metal and the edges are sharp.
CAPTIVE THUMBSCREWS
Figure 7-1 Removing Print Module Access Panel
6. Vacuum the print head area using a soft bristle brush to dislodge
paper debris. Wipe away any accumulation of dust from the
ribbon shield and striker bar area.
7. Blow dust out of, or away from, the paper jam sensor on the
upper left tractor.
8. Blow dust out off or away from, the paper out sensor on the lower
left tractor.
Caution
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Chapter 7. Operation and Maintenance
RIBBON SHIELD LOCATED HERE
PRINT MODULE ACCESS
PANEL