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Chapter 6 – Maintain the Printer
98 PM23c, PM43, and PM43c Mid-Range Printer User Manual
How to Clean the Printer
To properly maintain the printer, you should clean it regularly. You can
clean these parts of the printer:
• The printhead
• The media guides
• The exterior of the printer
• The cutter (if installed)
Follow these guidelines for cleaning the printer:
• Always remove the power cord before cleaning.
• Never spray the printer with water. Protect it from water when cleaning
the premises.
• Never use any sharp tools for removing stuck labels. The printhead
and rollers are delicate.
Clean the Printhead
Cleaning the printhead on a regular basis is important for the life of the
printhead and for the print quality. You should clean the printhead each
time you replace the media. Follow this procedure to clean the printhead
using the cleaning card. If you need to clean additional residue from the
platen roller or tear bar, use a cotton swab moistened with isopropyl
alcohol.
Caution: To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the printer,
never insert any pointed or sharp objects into the printer.
Caution: Use only the cleaning agents specified in this section.
Intermec is not responsible for damage caused by any other
cleaning materials used on this printer.
Caution: Isopropyl alcohol is a highly flammable, moderately toxic,
and mildly irritating substance.