TSC TTP-248M [26/31] Printer cleaning

5. PRINTER CLEANING

The printer should be cleaned regularly to retain high quality and optimum

performance.

5.1 Print Head Cleaning

1. Always turn off the printer before cleaning the print head. Allow the

printhead to cool for a minimum of one minute.

2. Open the printer cover.

3. Remove the screw by the side of the carriage release lever.

4. Open the printer carriage release lever.

5. Remove the media and ribbon (If loaded).

6. Clean the print head element with a head cleaner pen or use a cotton swab

and 100% ethanol to clean the print head surface.

7. Do not close the printhead until the alcohol volatilizing.

8. Close the printer cover.

Note:

*Do not touch printer head by hand. If you touch it careless, please use ethanol to clean it.

*It’s industry alcohol. Please do not use regular alcohol, which may damage the printer head.

5.2 Printer Cover Cleaning

1. Switch off and unplug the printer.

2. Using a lint-free cloth soaked in the water or mild detergent, wipe the printer

cover light.

※ Do not use harsh or abrasive cloth and solvent.

5.3 Internal Parts Cleaning

1. Switch off and unplug the printer.

2. Open the printer cover.

3. Remove the media and ribbon (If loaded).

4. Open the printer carriage release lever.

5. Using a soft cloth soaked in the alcohol or mild detergent to wipe the internal

parts.

6. The rubber roller should be clean by cloth soaked in water.

7. Install the ribbon and label, close the carriage release lever.

8. Close the printer cover.