5000 Series User’s Manual
GEK-99044
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6.
Vacuum the print head area using a soft bristle brush to dislodge
paper debris. Wipe away any accumulation of dust from the
ribbon shield and striker bar area.
7.
Blow dust out of, or away from, the paper jam sensor on the
upper left tractor.
8.
Blow dust out off or away from, the paper out sensor on the lower
left tractor.
9.
Blow dust out of, or away from, the ribbon weld sensor located on
the left of the print heads.
10.
Vacuum any paper debris that has accumulated inside the paper
storage area.
11.
Vacuum both the top and bottom side of the ribbon deck. Make
sure the ribbon motion sensor is clean.
12.
Reinstall the ribbon deck making sure all three thumbscrews are
tightened.
13.
Inspect the ribbon fabric for wear before reinstalling the ribbon
cartridge.
14.
Clean the outside surfaces of the printer with a clean damp cloth.
Dampen the cloth with water. Do not use cleaning solutions.
Always dry the outside cabinet surfaces with a clean dry cloth.
15.
Reconnect the power cord and apply power to the printer for
operation.
OPERATOR CLEANING PROCEDURES
5180 (52 OR 55 DBA) CABINET MODEL
Clean the printer as necessary. The area where the printer is located,
the amount of usage, and the type of paper used all affect how often
cleaning is required.
Use the following procedures to clean the printer:
1.
Turn the power switch off and disconnect the power cable from
the AC source.
Warning
Use extreme care while cleaning around the smudge shield area.
The shield is constructed of thin metal and the edges are sharp.
2.
Turn the print gap adjust knob to the Load position, remove the
ribbon cartridge, and wipe away any accumulation of dust from
the smudge shield and striker bar area.
3.
With a soft brush and vacuum, remove any paper dust that has
accumulated inside the printer. Most dust tends to accumulate in
the striker bar area and the paper supply compartment.
4.
Reinstall or replace (if print legibility is not acceptable) the ribbon
cartridge.