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Service Guide ML172/ML182 Series
Chapter 3 Printer Maintenance
3.5 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Before performing Preventive Maintenance, turn the AC Power switch OFF and remove the power cable
from the outlet.
3.5.1 Printer Cleaning
The printer should be cleaned periodically as follows:
Cleaning interval: 6 months or 300 operating hours
Required time: Approximately 10 minutes
Tools needed: Dry, soft cloth; (vacuum cleaner -if available)
Parts to be cleaned: SEE TABLE LISTED BELOW
3.5.2 Printer Lubrication
The ML172, ML182, ML182-PLUS and ML182-TURBO printers do not require lubrication during normal
operation. Lubrication must be performed, however, if the printer has been disassembled/reassembled,
after cleaning lubricated parts and after replacing lubricated parts.
Lubricant types: Albania grease, #2 machine oil
Areas to lubricate: Carriage Shaft, Space Rack (refer to the figure at the bottom of this page for space
rack lubrication locations).
CAUTION: Do NOT allow any lubricant to contact the following areas:
Platen
Tractor Pins
Printhead