Printronix P3000 Series User Manual
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Routine Service & Diagnostics
8–2
To clean the interior of the printer, perform the following steps and refer to Figure 8–1.
1.
Turn off the printer power and unplug the printer.
2.
Raise the printer top cover.
3.
Fully raise the Forms Thickness Adjustment Lever (A) to open the platen.
4.
Remove all paper.
5.
Squeeze locking latch (B) and lift ribbon spools from the ribbon hubs.
6.
Using a soft–bristled brush, clear paper chaff and dust from the paper path and platen ends.
7.
Using a soft–bristled brush, clear chaff and dust from the ribbon guides (C). Vacuum up residue,
paying particular attention to the tractor areas, hammer bank and printer base pan.
CAUTION
Vacuum carefully around the hammer bank and surrounding area to avoid dam-
age.
VORSICHT
Sehr vorsichtig um die Hammer Bank und Umgebung herum staubsaugen, um
Schaden zu vermeiden.
8.
Wipe spline shaft (D) with a soft cloth.
9.
Using a cloth dampened with alcohol, clean ribbon guides (C) at each side of the cabinet. Do not
let alcohol drip into the hammer bank.