User's Manual

82 Zebra P630i & P640i Card Printer User’s Manual 980541-003 Rev. B
Cleaning
Platen Care and Cleaning
Platen Care and Cleaning
The Platen plays an important part in the printing process, providing a rigid supporting surface
for the card as it passes under the Printhead.
Because flatness is important, the Platen is surface ground to close tolerances. Any
irregularities in the surface due to abrasion, dings, or even seemingly unimportant particles of
debris can noticeably degrade printing performance.
Step 1. Remove the Platen.
Step 2. Clean its surface with soapy water.
Step 3. Dry it with a lint-free cloth.
Step 4. Return the Platen to the Truck, pin and spring facing to the left, taking care not to
dislodge the spring.
Important • Regular cleaning of the Platen helps maintain performance.