Maintenance6-16MaintenanceYour printer requires very little care. Occasional cleaning and replacement of the rib-bon cartridge are all that is required.Lubrication of the printer is not usually necessary. If the print head carriage does notmove smoothly back and forth, clean the printer in the manner described in this chap-ter. If the problem continues, contact your dealer to determine whether lubricationmay be necessary.CleaningThe front and back covers and the acoustic cover of the printer help protect it againstdust, dirt, and other contaminants. However, paper produces small particles that ac-cumulate inside the printer. This section explains how to clean and vacuum the print-er and how to clean the platen.It is easier to clean the printer when the front cover, the cut sheet stand, and the backcover are removed.Cleaning and Vacuuming the PrinterIf the print head carriage does not move smoothly back and forth or paper particleshave accumulated in the printer, clean the printer.WARNING: To avoid any possibility of injury, before cleaning the printer, turn offthe power to both the printer and the computer, and unplug theprinter.To clean and vacuum the printer:1. Remove any paper from the printer. Make sure that the power is off, and thendisconnect the printer power cord.2. Using a soft vacuum brush, vacuum the exterior of the printer. Be sure to vac-uum the air vents at the right and left sides of the printer. Also vacuum the cutsheet stand.3. Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe the exterior of the printer, including the covers. Amild detergent may be used.
