Magnetic encoder cleaning – Zebra Technologies P1013372-001 REV. A User Manual
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Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer with Laminator
P1013372-001 Rev. A
Magnetic Card Encoder
Magnetic Encoder Cleaning
The Magnetic Encoder is cleaned as part of the printer cleaning process; see
frequency of encoding errors increases, the head may need additional cleaning. To clean, only
use foam-tipped swabs.
Step 1.
Open the Door.
Step 2.
Open the idler roller assembly door.
Step 3.
Bend the Cleaning Swab to release the cleaning fluid.
Step 4.
Clean the Magnetic Encoder by moving Cleaning Swab tip side-to-side across the
head elements. To re-order Cleaning Swabs, see the Media List on the User
Documentation and Drivers CD supplied with this printer.
Step 5.
Close the idler roller assembly door.
Step 6.
Close the Door.
Caution • Never use a sharp object or any abrasive to scrape deposits from the Magnetic
Encoder. Permanent damage to the Magnetic Head will result.