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DTC400 Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.2) 4-42
Resolving the Card Surface Debris problems
All Troubleshooting procedures assume that only factory-authorized supplies are in use in
the Printer.
Step Procedure
1 Review the following information.
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Symptom: Prints have spots (white or colored voids) and/or dust on them
(See sample image below).
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Printer Error State: None
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LCD Error Display: None
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Driver Monitor Error Display: None
2 Ensure the cards are clean and stored in a dust-free environment. Do not use
cards with embedded contaminants in the surface.
3 Clean the inside of the Printer. See Cleaning the Printer's Interior .
4 Clean the Cleaning Roller. See Cleaning the Card Feed and Cleaning Rollers .