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2.4 Loading Media and Printing
2.4.1 Notes on the Printhead
Clean printhead correctly
– Do not use sharp objects (knives, screwdrivers, etc.) to clean the printhead.
– Clean the printhead at regular intervals with a special cleaning pen for thermal
printheads or with a cotton swab dipped in pure alcohol.
– The printhead has a red protective glass layer at the top. This protective layer must
not be touched with the hand.
Clean the protective glass layer, if necessary, with the special cleaning pen (see
"Cleaning the Printhead" on page 4-4).
Use suitable labels
– During printing, always make sure that there is no dirt on the labels as this could be
pulled underneath the printhead. This could damage the printhead.
After use, store the labels in their original packaging.
– Make sure that the label surface is sound and smooth. Coarse surfaces act like
sandpaper and reduce the service life of the printhead.
Do not modify printhead temperature
The printhead is preset to the correct temperature. Do not modify the printhead
temperature under any circumstances.
Open the printhead if not in use for long periods
If the THERMOMARK X1.1 is not used for several days, the printhead must be opened.
This prevents damage to the printhead.