Printer part | Cleaning Interval | Cleaning Procedure |
|---|---|---|
Platen (drive) roller | As needed to improve print quality. (Platen rollers can slip causing print image distortion, and in worst-case scenarios not move the loaded print media.) | |
Media path | As needed. | Clean it thoroughly with fiber-free cleaning swabs and cloths moistened with 90% isopropyl alcohol. Let the alcohol evaporate completely. See Cleaning the Media Path. |
Interior | As needed. | Use a soft cloth, brush or compressed air to wipe or blow dust and particles out of the printer. Use 90% isopropyl alcohol and a fiber-free cleaning cloth to dissolve contaminants like oils and grime. |
Exterior | As needed. | Use a soft cloth, brush or compressed air to wipe or blow dust and particles out of the printer. The exterior of the printer can be cleaned using plain soap and water solutions to moisten the cloth. Only use the minimum amount of cleaning solution to avoid getting solution in the printer or other areas. Do not clean connectors or interior of the printer with this method. |
