User`s manual

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UMAN-EN3
MAINTENANCE
The Encore 3 will provide reliable service provided a
few simple guidelines are followed. The printer should be
cleaned periodically (approximately every two weeks),
depending on usage and the type of media being em-
ployed.
Components of the printer that require periodic mainte-
nance are:
• The print head
• Platen (print roller) on printers configured for linered
media only. Linerless printers require no regular
maintenance for the platen.
• Label peeler components
• The bar/gap sensor and optional label presence
sensor
When cleaning, use only isopropyl alcohol, the same
type used in the Cleaning Pen provided with each printer.
Always use Zebra brand label or ticket stock for maxi-
mum print quality and extended printer life.
Never use any sharp objects on printer mechanism as
it could damage the print head and platen. Use
only the supplied cleaning pen or a cotton swab
saturated with alcohol for cleaning the printer. Always
turn the printer off prior to any cleaning operation.
Cleaning the print head
Refer to Figure 6 on pg. O-18
Always turn the printer off prior to any cleaning operation.
• Open the printer by pressing the “Open” button on
the front of the unit.
• Swing the print head open.
• Use the cleaning pen supplied with the printer, or
alcohol and cotton swabs to clean the surface of the
print head, the platen (print roller), the peeler bar and
the peeler roller.
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