Carl Valentin Vario III 103/8 T, Quick Reference Manual, Page: 114 / 200

Vita II
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Cleaning
DANGER!
Risk of death by electric shock!
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Before opening the housing cover, disconnect the label printer from the mains supply and wait for a moment
until the power supply unit has discharged.
NOTICE!
When cleaning the label printer, personal protective equipment such as safety goggles and gloves are
recommended.
Cleaning task Frequency
General cleaning. As necessary.
Cleaning transfer ribbon drawing roller. Each time the transfer ribbon is changed or when the printout
is adversely affected.
Cleaning print roller. Each time the label roll is changed or when the printout and
label transport are adversely affected.
Cleaning printhead. Direct thermal printing:
Each time the label roll is changed.
Thermal transfer printing:
Each time the transfer ribbon is changed or when the printout
is adversely affected.
Clean label photocell. When the label roll is changed.
NOTICE!
The handling instructions for the use of Isopropanol (IPA) must be observed. In the case of skin or eye contact,
immediately wash off the fluid thoroughly with running water. If the irritation persists, consult a doctor. Ensure
good ventilation.
WARNING!
Risk of fire by easily inflammable label soluble!
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When using label soluble, dust must be completely removed from the label printer and cleaned.
General cleaning
CAUTION!
Abrasive cleaning agents can damage the label printer!
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Do not use abrasives or solvents to clean the outer surface of the label printer.
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Remove dust and paper fuzz in the printing area with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
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Clean outer surfaces with an all-purpose cleaner.
Cleaning the transfer ribbon drawing roller
A soiled print roll can lead to reduced print quality and can affect transport of material.
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Remove printer cover.
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Remove transfer ribbon from the label printer.
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Remove deposits with roller cleaner and a soft cloth.
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If the roller appears damaged, replace it.