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Frequently Asked Questions

 

CLEANING THE PRINTER - SOLVING PROBLEMS

 

If one of the following problems occurs, clean the printer parts outlined below.

   Problem    Part to Clean

1.

 The paper does not feed properly

  Paper feed roller
2.  The printer makes a rattling or grating noise during printing

  Shuttle shaft
3.  Horizontal lines appear periodically on the printed image

  Thermal heads
4.  Vertical lines appear on the printed image

  Platen glass
5.  The original is not scanning properly   Document feed rollers, platen rollers, eject rollers
 
  CLEANING THE PRINTER

Cleaning your PosterPrinter

  Cleaning the paper feed rollers:   Cleaning the shuttle shaft:
Wipe with a soft cloth moistened with water.
Wipe again with a soft, dry cloth.
If the shaft becomes dirty, the printer will not function properly. Wipe the shaft carefully with a soft cloth.
  Cleaning the platen rubber and cutter base:   Cleaning the thermal heads:

Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

Caution

Be careful not to damage the platen rubber.
Avoid wiping the platen rubber with alcohol or other solvents.
When the thermal heads have cooled (at least 2 minutes after the printer has been switched off) wipe the heater elements vertically with a soft cloth.

If the thermal heads are particularly dirty, apply a small amount of 90% isopropyl alcohol to the cloth. (NOTE: Never touch the print heads directly with your hands.)

 

CLEANING THE SCANNER
  Cleaning the platen  glass:
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. If particularly dirty, use a soft cloth moistened with water. Wipe again with a soft, dry cloth.
  Cleaning the document feed rollers/platen rollers/document eject rollers:
Wipe with a soft cloth moistened with water. Wipe again with a soft, dry cloth.

Cleaning your poster printer scanner.

Caution

Always remove the printer power plug from the wall socket before cleaning the printer.
  • Do not use organic solvents such as benzene, alcohol, thinners or cleaners in cleaning the printer.
  • Do not use detergent in the cleaning the thermal heads.
  • Be careful not to scratch the platen rubber as the quality of the print may be affected.
  • The scanner cover opens to approximately a 70 degree angle. Do not attempt to open the cover any further.


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