Datamax-O'Neil M-Class Mark II Cutter Option - Manual (Page 5)

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Cutter Maintenance
To ensure peak performance, the Cutter should be cleaned on a regular basis: after each roll or box of
labels. In addition to the regularly scheduled maintenance, if the performance becomes sluggish, cleaning
should be performed immediately. To clean the Cutter:
CAUTION
For your safety and to avoid damaging the equipment, turn ‘Off’ and unplug the printer before
servicing the Cutter.
The cutter blades are SHARP; to avoid injury, keep fingers and other
body parts away from the cutting surfaces. N ever use metal objects on the blades. Take
proper precautions when using isopropyl alcohol, a flammable liquid. If using WD-40 , do so sparingly;
never spray the solvent directly into the equipment; severe damage may result.
 Turn off and unplug the printer. Open the cover. Remove
media from the printer.
 Loosen the Mounting Screw and remove the Cutter from
the printer.
 Remove the Cover Screw.
Mounting Screw
Cutter
 Open the Cover Door. Use compressed air to remove any
debris from the inside the Cutter.
Cover Screw
 Using a Cotton Swab dampened with alcohol, wipe the
surface of the Cutter Blade until all build-up is removed.
Manually rotate the Cutter Blade to clean the entire
surface. Allow to dry.
(In cases of extreme build-up, WD-40 can be substituted
for alcohol, if used sparingly and applied with a cotton
swab; see Caution, above.)
 Close the Cover Door and reinstall the Cover Screw.
Cover Door
Cutter Blade
Cotton Swab
 Position the Cutter on the front of the printer and tighten the Mounting Screw. Reload media. Plug in
and turn on the printer.