User Manual

82 R4Mplus User Guide
Routine Care and Adjustments
Cleaning Procedures
Cleaning Procedures
Specific cleaning procedures are provided on the following pages. Table 13 shows a
recommended cleaning schedule.
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Clean the Exterior
The exterior surfaces of the printer may be cleaned with a lint-free cloth. Do not use harsh or
abrasive cleaning agents or solvents. If necessary, a mild detergent or desktop cleaner may be
used sparingly.
Table 13 • Recommended Cleaning Schedule
Area Method Interval
Printhead Solvent* Direct Thermal Mode: After every
roll of media (or 500 feet of fanfold
media).
Thermal Transfer Mode: After
every roll of ribbon or three rolls of
media.
These intervals are intended as
guidelines only. You may have to clean
more often, depending upon your
application and media.
Platen roller Solvent*
Media sensors Air blow
Ribbon sensor Air blow
Media path Solvent*
Ribbon path Solvent*
Pinch roller. (Optional peel-off
option required. Refer to Clean
the Peel-Off Assembly
on page 86.)
Solvent*
Tear-off/peel-off bar Solvent* Once a month.
Take label sensor Air blow Once every six months.
* Zebra recommends using the Preventive Maintenance Kit, Part Number 47362 or a solution of 90% Isopropyl and 10%
deionized water)
Note • Zebra Technologies Corporation will not be responsible for damage caused by the use
of cleaning fluids on the R4Mplus printer.