Zebra Technologies Z6Mplus - Manual (Page 100)

82 Z4Mplus/Z6Mplus User Guide 13163L Rev. 3 5/20/2004
Routine Care and Adjustments
Cleaning Procedures
Clean the Cutter Module
Cutter option required.
Figure 37 • Cleaning the Cutter Module
To clean the cutter module, complete these steps:
1. Remove the cutter shield by removing the thumbscrew and lock washer.
2. See Figure 37 . Using the Preventive Maintenance Kit (Zebra part number 47362) or a
solution of 90% Isopropyl and 10% deionized water and swab, wipe along the upper cutter
blade. Allow the solvent to evaporate.
3. To expose the lower cutter blade, turn the cutter motor thumbnut counterclockwise until
you see the V-shaped lower cutter blade.
4. Using the Preventive Maintenance Kit (Zebra part number 47362) or a solution of 90%
Isopropyl and 10% deionized water and swab, wipe along the lower cutter blade. Allow
the solvent to evaporate.
5. Replace the cutter shield.
6. When you have finished cleaning the cutter module, plug in and turn on the printer. The
lower cutter blade returns to its correct operating position.
7. If the cutter continues to perform unsatisfactorily, contact an authorized service
technician.
Caution • For personnel safety, always power off and unplug the printer before performing
this procedure.
1 Thumbscrew and Lock Washer
2 Cutter Shield
3 Upper Cutter Blade
4 Lower Cutter Blade
2
4
3
1
5
Caution • The cutter blade is sharp. Do not touch or rub the blade with your fingers.