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6B Maintenance
Replacing the Cutter Wear Strip
The wear strip is the surface directly underneath the cutting blade in the cutter mechanism. Over
time this strip will wear down due to cutter knife pressure. It can also be damaged if the knife cuts
through the liner and contacts the wear strip.
To replace the wear strip remove any media from the cutter mechanism. Power off the Printer.
Push the knife carrier gently to the left. Grab one end of the wear strip and pull it off the cutter. If
necessary, use a utility knife to get under the strip to start it. The wear strip is held in place with
adhesive so there may be adhesive residue. Clean off the adhesive with isopropyl alcohol.
Remove the liner from the new wear strip. Press the strip into place. Make sure it is fully seated in
the recessed pocket.
Replacement Wear Strip Part Number 074549 (10 pack)
Label Cut Dust
Label cut dust can accumulate at any place along the cut path.
Paper media creates more dust than synthetic material. Dust build up does not cause any specific
immediate problems but it can eventually cause problems with the moving parts and electronics in
the cutter.
Periodically vacuum the cutter area and rollers.
Cleaning the Printer
The case of the printer can be cleaned with an ammonia based window cleaner and a lint-free cloth.
Over time, ink overspray may gather at the base of the printer. The printer is designed using a
vacuum system to gather most of this ink on a series of saturation pads. Eventually, these pads may
need to be replaced. Contact tech support to determine if pad replacement is necessary.
Wear Strip Location
(Red Color is only
meant to highlight
location)
