How to Remove Ink from the Table
Introduction
How often you need to perform these procedures will vary, depending on
printer usage and work habits.
Remove ink from the table and other metal surfaces:
Remove ink from the table whenever necessary. If the ink is not cured, you
can wipe it up with a paper towel or lint-free cloth. Once UV ink is cured,
the best method for removing it from the table is to use a scraper (it is also
possible to achieve good results with a razor blade that is set into a handle/
holder - but not on painted surfaces). Be careful not to scratch the
aluminum surface of the table when scraping off the cured ink.
Unplug vacuum holes:
The vacuum holes in the table surface may become plugged with ink and
thus reduce the efficiency of the vacuum. To clear the holes, use an 1.5mm
diameter rigid material (e.g., a paper clip) to ream them out, as required
(this is not likely a daily task, but must be performed as needed).
Required tools
Lint-free absorbent clothes
Nitrile Gloves and wrap-around safety glasses
Isopropyl alcohol (95% pure)
NOTE
When scraping ink off the table be sure to remove all of the dry ink
particles. Use a portable vacuum and then a wet lint-free cloth to ensure
no debris is left on the table that could be picked up by a printhead.
How to Remove Uncured Ink
CAUTION
Avoid skin or eye contact with uncured ink as it will cause irritation and
sensitization. If a nitrile glove is contaminated with ink, replace it within
a few minutes.
1. Wipe up the majority of the ink by blotting with an absorbent cloth.
2. Wet a new absorbent cloth with alcohol and wipe up the remaining
ink.
How to Remove Ink from the Table
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