Cleaning The Printer - Printronix

P9212 Maintenance Manual

Preventive Maintenance
The printer requires no preventive maintenance beyond normal
replenishment of paper and ribbons and periodic cleaning. Since operating
conditions vary widely, the user must determine how often to clean the
printer.

Cleaning the Printer

Do not use abrasive cleaners, particularly on the window. Do not drip
water into the printer; damage to equipment will result. When using
spray solutions, do not spray directly onto the printer; spray the cloth.
1. Turn the printer off.
2. Disconnect the printer power cord.
3. Open the printer cover.
4. Remove paper from the printer.
5. Wipe the cabinet exterior with a clean, lint–free cloth dampened (not
wet) with water and mild detergent or window cleaning solution.
6. Dry the cabinet with a clean, lint–free cloth.
7. Open the forms thickness lever all the way. (See Figure 3–1.)
8. Squeeze the lock tabs on the ribbon hubs and remove the ribbon spools.
9. Using a soft–bristled brush, remove paper dust and ribbon lint from the
tractors, ribbon deck, ribbon path, and base casting. Vacuum up the
residue.
10. Wipe the splined shaft and support shaft with a soft cloth.
To avoid corrosion damage, use only anhydrous alcohol to clean the
print mechanism.
11. Using a cloth dampened with anhydrous alcohol, clean the ribbon guides.
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Preventive Maintenance