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9.Basic maintenance
9.1Cleaning the cutting plotter
In order to keep the cutting plotter under good condition and best
performance,you need to clean the machine properly and regularly.
Precaution in cleaning
Unplug the cutting plotter before cleaning.Never use solvents,abrasive
cleaners or strong detergents for cleaning.They may damage surface of the
cutting plotter and moving parts.
Recommended Methods
●Gently wipe the cutting plotter surface with a lint-free cloth.If necessary,clean
with a damp cloth or an alcohol-immersed cloth.Wipe with water to rinse off
any residue and dry with a soft,lint-free cloth.
●Wipe all dust and dirt from the tool carriage rails.
●Use a vacuum cleaner to empty any accumulated dirt and media residue
from beneath the pinch roller housing.
●Clean the platen,paper sensors and pinch rollers with a damp cloth and dry
with a soft,line-free cloth.
●Wipe dust and dirt from the stand.
9.2Cleaning the grit roller
●Turn off the cutting plotter,and move the tool carriage away from the area
needed to be cleaned.
●Raise the pinch rollers and move them away from the grit roller for cleaning.
●Use a bristle brush(a toothbrush is acceptable)to remove dust from the grit
roller surface.Rotate the grit roller manually while cleaning.
9.3Cleaning the pinch rollers
If the pinch rollers need a thorough cleaning,use a lint-free cloth or cotton swab
to wipe away the accumulated dust from the rubber portion of the pinch
rollers.To prevent the pinch rollers from rotating while cleaning,use your finger
to hold them in place.If needed to remove the embedded or persistent
dust,Use the lint-free cloth or cotton swab moistened with rubbing alcohol.
