Linear Encoder Strip Cleaning - ENCAD NovaJet Pro 600e Service Manual

NovaJet PRO 600e Service Manual
4. Using a cotton swab dampened with distilled water, wipe the
5. With a dry swab, wipe all moisture from the seals and wipers.
6. Close the lid and reconnect the power cord and interface cable.
7. If the service station is full of ink or very dirty it can be

Linear Encoder Strip Cleaning

Clean the linear encoder strip monthly or as necessary to remove any
buildup of debris. Distilled water or isopropyl alcohol may be used. You
may notice that it tends to fog the encoder strip; however, no detrimen-
tal effect has been observed in the field.
To clean the Encoder Strip:
1. Disconnect the power cord and interface cable.
2. Slightly dampen a cotton swab with distilled water or isopropyl
3. Reconnect the power cord and interface cable.
3-4 Maintenance
seals and the rubber wiper in the service station until no more
ink residue or dust can be removed.
removed and rinsed under warm water in the sink. To remove,
pull the tab on the right side of the service station and lift out.
Wash, dry thoroughly and replace by placing the left side in
first then pushing down on the right side until the tab locks it
in place.
alcohol and wipe along the length of the encoder strip on both
sides.