Zebra Technologies Mobile Printer - Manual (Page 16)

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Cameo 2/3 Series User Guide
Maintenance
Cameo printers will provide years of reliable service provid-
ed a few simple guidelines are followed. The printer should
be cleaned approximately every two weeks, or more often
depending on usage and the type of media being employed.
Components of the printer that require periodic maintenance
are the printhead, print roller (platen), and the media sensor.
When cleaning, please use only isopropyl alcohol, the same
type included in the Cleaning Kit. Always use Zebra label or
ticket stock for maximum print quality and extended printer
life.
Caution • Always turn the printer off prior to any cleaning operation.
Caution • Never use any sharp objects on the printer mechanism as it
could damage the printhead and platen. Use only the supplied cleaning
pen or a cotton swab saturated with alcohol for cleaning.
Cleaning the printhead
• Always turn the printer off prior to any cleaning opera-
tion.
• Open the printer by squeezing the finger grips on either
side of the media compartment cover.
• Swing the media compartment cover open.
• Use the cleaning pen supplied with the printer and/or al-
cohol and cotton swabs to clean the surface of the print-
head, the platen, and the sensor.
Cleaning the platen (print roller)
Note • Applies to printers configured for linered media only
• Open the printer by squeezing the finger grips on either
side of the media compartment cover and swinging it
open.
• Gently clean the platen with the cleaning pen supplied
with the printer and/or alcohol and a cotton swab while
rotating the platen.
Cleaning the Media Sensor
The Media sensor is located inside the media compartment
under the printhead. Blow out any dust deposits carefully,
then finish cleaning with the cleaning pen supplied with the
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