MUTOH ValueJet 1304, User Manual

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User’s Guide ValueJet 1304
Periodical maintenance
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5.1.4 Head cleaning
If printed data is blurred or lacks part of it, clean the print head surface and nozzles (Head
cleaning).
Follow the procedure below to perform Head cleaning.
Step 1:
Confirm that the operation panel is Normal.
Step 2:
Confirm that the media loading lever is returned to the front.
Step 3:
Press > to select the cleaning mode.
Step 4:
Press
Cleaning
for at least 2 seconds.

"Cleaning **%" is displayed.

Start Head cleaning.

After Head cleaning is complete, the operation panel shifts to Normal.
Note

When not using the printer for a long period (one week or more), perform a
Head cleaning once a week.
If not performing a Head cleaning, the print head is clogged. Doing so will
preserve print quality.

Remove media when cleaning.
Cleaning with media loaded may lead head crashes
Note

If blurs or lacking parts in printed media do not disappear with one time of
Head cleaning, perform Strong cleaning.

If blurs or lacking parts in printed media do not disappear with several times of
Head cleaning, refer to
Troubleshooting on page 107
, and take appropriate
measures.