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Maintenance Instructions
Certain maintenance instructions should be followed for the printer.
Cleanliness of the printer is absolutely essential.
a. Clean and dust all parts of the printer after it has been unpacked
and before it is put into use.
b. Be sure that no scratches are on the printing glass.
c. Wipe fingerprints from the printing glass with a lint-free cloth.
If they do not come off completely, remove the glass and wash with soapy
water. Use a clean, lint-free cloth. Dry with a clean towel and brush off
any lint with a camel's hair brush.
d. Examine the rubber platen surfaces to be sure that no foreign
particles are embedded in them.
Remove any foreign particles carefully
without cutting the rubber.
e. Inspect all outside surfaces for cracks, chipped paint, broken or
cracked glass, bent or dented metal parts, rust, mildew, fungi, loose or
missing screws, and accumulations of moisture.
f. Tighten all loose screws and mountings.
g. Inspect all lamps and determine whether replacement is necessary.
h. Inspect all switches and
controls
for
free
movement,
positive
action, and freedom from binding.
NOTE:
No lubrication of the equipment is required.
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Preventive Maintenance Checklist
The following chart shows preventive maintenance procedures for the
printer. The list contains information on what to check, when to check, how
to check, and precautions to be taken before, during, and after checking.
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