TallyGenicom 2440, User Manual

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Maintenance
Your printer requires very little care. Occasional cleaning and replacement of the ribbon
cartridge are all that is required (approximately every 6 months or 300 hours of operation,
whichever is sooner).
Lubrication of the printer is not usually necessary. If the print head carriage does not move
smoothly back and forth, clean the printer in the manner described in this chapter. If the
problem continues, contact your dealer to determine whether lubrication may be neces-
sary.
Cleaning
The housing and the top cover of the printer help protect it against dust, dirt, and other
contaminants. However, paper produces small particles that accumulate inside the printer.
This section explains how to clean and vacuum the printer and how to clean the paper bail
rollers.
It is easier to clean the printer when the cover is open.
Cleaning and Vacuuming the Printer
If the print head carriage does not move smoothly back and forth or paper particles have
accumulated in the printer, clean the printer.
To avoid any possibility of injury, before cleaning the printer, turn off the
power to both the printer and the computer, and unplug the printer.
To clean and vacuum the printer:
1 Remove any paper from the printer. Make sure that the power is off, and then discon-
nect the printer power cord.
2
Using a soft vacuum brush, vacuum the exterior of the printer. Also vacuum the cut
sheet edge.
3 Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe the exterior of the printer, including the cover. A mild
detergent may be used.
Do not use solvents, kerosene, or abrasive cleaning materials that may dam-
age the printer.
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