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Routine Maintenance
Cleaning Schedule
Cleaning Schedule
The recommended cleaning schedule is shown in Table 10. Specific cleaning procedures are
provided on the following pages.
Cleaning the Exterior
The exterior surfaces of the printe r may be cleaned with a lint-free cloth. Do no t use harsh or
abrasive cleaning agents or solvents. If necessary, a mild deter g ent soluti on o r d esktop clea ne r
may be used sparingly.
Table 10 • Recommended Printer Cleaning Schedule
Area Method Interval
Printhead Solvent*†
Direct Thermal Print Mode:
After every roll of media (500 ft. or 50 m of
media).
Thermal Transfer Print Mode: After every
roll (1500 ft. or 450m) of ribbon.
Platen roller Solvent*
Transmissive sensor Air blow
Black mark sensor Air blow
Media path Solvent*
Ribbon sensor Air blow
Label available
sensors
Air blow
Monthly
Tear-off bar Sol vent*
As neededSnap plate Solvent*
Cutter Solvent*
* Use Zebra’s Preventative Maintenance kit, part number 47362, or a solution of
90% isopropyl alcohol and 10% deionized water.
† You may also use Zebra’s Save-a-Printhead cleaning film. This specially coated material
removes contamination buildup without damaging the printhead . Call your authorized Zebra
reseller or distributor for more information.
Caution • Use only the cleaning agents indicated . Zebra Technologies is not responsible
for any other fluids used on this printer.
Caution • Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents.
