MagTek InSpec 9000 - Manual (Page 18)

InSpec 9000 Encoded Card Tester
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Offset powder sometimes used in card manufacture to prevent blocking (powder can cause a
significant decrease in amplitude and can contaminate the read head giving false readings for
many cards.)
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Packing materials; fibers from containers
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Hologram/Signature, Panel/Magnetic media particles “flash” not adhering to the card as
intended
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Cards can also become statically charged making them attract airborne dust.
Card Cleaning
To optimize test results, MagTek recommends cleaning the magnetic stripe cards with ammonia-
based glass cleaner before testing.
Caution
Do not clean magnetic stripe cards with alcohol or damage to the
magnetic stripe may occur.
Head and Roller Cleaning - Standard Card, P/N 96700004
The Tester can only provide reliable results if it is clean. As a result, the Tester will issue a
warning after 50 card read cycles. When the warning is received, the cleaning procedure should
be performed. The warning will appear for each card tested until the cleaning procedure is
performed.
Caution
Do not run the 0.5-micron card (abrasive stripe) for this procedure
or damage to the cleaning card and the Tester may result.
Use the cleaning card and clean the head as follows:
1.
From the Main Menu, select Options and select Clean Unit.
Note
Ensure the cleaning card is flat. If it is not flat, straighten it as
required before using.
2.
When the following prompt appears,
Insert Card Fabric Side UP!