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2 cleaning the platen roller – Pitney Bowes J693 User Manual

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5.5.2

Cleaning the Platen Roller

A platen roller contaminated with grit, label adhesive, or ink can cause a decline
in print quality and, in extreme cases, cause labels to stick and wrap around the
roller. To clean the platen roller:

n

Turn ‘Off’ and unplug the printer.

o

Open the access cover. Unlock the Printhead Latch and raise the Printhead
Assembly. Remove media and ribbon.

p

Using a Cotton Swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol, clean the Platen
Roller; manually rotate the roller and repeat, cleaning the entire surface.
Allow the Platen Roller to dry.

q

Replace ribbon and media.

r

Lower the Printhead Assembly and lock the Printhead Latch.

s

Close the access cover. Plug in and turn ‘On’ the printer. Feed several labels
to normalize tracking.

CAUTION

NEVER use a sharp object to clean the Platen Roller.