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Chapter 3— Maintaining the Printer
EasyCoder 4420 and 4440 Bar Code Label Printer User’s Manual
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Clean the lower media guide by using a lint-free cloth moistened with
isopropyl alcohol as shown in the following figure.
Note:
The lower media guide is spring loaded. You must hold it open to
clean.
6
Use the cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol to clean the upper
media guide. Be sure to remove all traces of debris.
7
Remove all traces of dust, paper, and adhesive from the media path with
a soft bristle brush or vacuum.
8
Clean the flat surfaces of the media path (including the edge guide) with
a lint-free cloth and isopropyl alcohol.
9
Release the lower media guide.
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If you are finished cleaning, replace the media cover.
Cleaning the Label Sensors
Two label sensors on the printer require regular cleaning:
• Label mark
• Label gap
To clean the label sensors
1
Turn off the printer and remove the power cord.
2
Remove the media cover.
3
Disengage the printhead by rotating the head lift lever clockwise until
the printhead releases.
4
Remove the media and ribbon (if necessary).