Inspection And Cleaning Opc Drum; Precautions For Storing And Handling Supplies - Toshiba 2060 Service Handbook

3. PRECAUTIONS FOR STORING AND HANDLING SUPPLIES

3.1 Precautions for Storing TOSHIBA Supplies
A. Toner and Developer
Toner and developer should be stored in a place where the ambient temperature is below 35˚C
(95˚F) and should also be protected against direct sunlight during transportation.
B. OPC Drum
Similarly to the toner and developer, selenium drums should be stored in a dark place where the
ambient temperature is below 35˚C. Be sure to avoid those places where drums may be subjected
to high humidity, chemicals and/or their fumes.
C. Cleaning Blade and Heat-Roller Blade
These items should be stored in a flat place where the ambient temperature is below 35˚C and
should also be protected against high humidity, chemicals and/or their fumes.
D. Heat Roller and Pressure Roller
Avoid those places where heat rollers may be subjected to high humidity, chemicals and/or their
fumes.
E. Copy Paper
Avoid storing copy paper in a place where the humidity is high.
After a package is opened, be sure to place and store it in a storage bag. During wet or winter
seasons where the temperature varies much from high to low due to room heating, etc. or where the
humidity is high, pull out the cassette from the machine, and put it together with the paper inside in
a storage bag upon the completion of copying for the day. Also instruct the users to do the same.

3.2 Inspection and Cleaning OPC Drum

A. Precautions for Handling
(1) Use of gloves
If fingerprints or oils adhere to the drum surface, characteristics of the photoconductor may
degrade, affecting the quality of the copy image; therefore, do not touch the drum surface with
your bare hands.
(2) Removing and reinstalling drums
Since the OPC drum surface is very sensitive, be sure to handle the drum carefully when install-
ing and removing it so as not damage its surface.
Be sure to apply "patting powder" (lubricant) to the entire surface of the drum and separation
claw before installing the drum into the machine.
Notes: 1. Application of the patting powder is to reduce the friction between the drum, cleaning blade,
and separation claw. If the application of patting powder is neglected, the drum and cleaning
blade may be damaged.
2. When paper fibers adhere to the cleaning blade edge, they may reduce the cleaning efficiency
and, in addition, may damage the blade and the drum. So, if any fibers are found adhering to
the blade, be sure to remove them carefully using a soft pad.
Dec. 1996 © TOSHIBA CORP. 3 - 1 2060, 2860/70 SUPPLIES