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5.1 General Maintenance
The printer does not need preventive maintenance.
The casing of the printer and the platen will need cleaning from time to time.
Digital's computer-accessories catalog, DECdirect, lists suitable cleaners for
these tasks.
Always use the cleaners in accordance with the instructions on the cleaners.
Paper
Select the correct kind of paper for the job. Always make sure to position
paper squarely and set it tightly around the platen. Also make sure that the
printhead adjustment lever is in the correct position (See Section 3.3 and
Section 3.4). See Section A.1 for paper specifications. To remove paper from
the printer, press the FF switch.
Ribbon Cartridge and Printhead
Keep samples of early printouts to help you know when to replace the ribbon
cartridge and printhead. Use only Digital-approved ribbon cartridges in the
printer. (Other cartridges may not give the same performance and may shorten
the life of the printhead.) See Section 1.3.3.1 for information on how to replace
the ribbon cartridge, See Section 5.2 for tips on recognizing when to replace the
ribbon cartridge and printhead, or when to contact your service representative.
5.2 Correcting Simple Problems
This section lists possible fault symptoms and suggests tests and actions to
help you clear those symptoms.
Maintaining the Printer
Maintaining the Printer 5–1
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