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Datamax S-Class SV-3210 User Manual

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ST/SV-3210 and ST/SV-3306

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4.4.2 Cleaning the Platen Roller

Print quality can decline if the platen roller becomes contaminated with
paper dust, grit or adhesive. When this build-up is not removed, it can
cause abrasive damage to the printhead. To clean the Platen Roller:

n Turn ‘Off’ and unplug the printer.

o ST Models: Raise the access cover; see Section 3.2.

p

Slide the printhead latch to the unlocked position, raise the Printhead

Assembly (see Section 4.4.1) and remove the ticket stock.

q

Using a cotton swab or lint-free cloth moistened with isopropyl

alcohol, remove all debris from the Platen Roller. Manually rotate
the roller and repeat to clean the entire surface.

r

Allow the Platen Roller to dry, then lower the Printhead Assembly

and slide the printhead latch into the locked position.

s

Plug in and turn ‘On’

the printer.

t

Load ticket stock;

see Section 3.2.

u

ST Models: Close the

access cover.

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Note: NEVER use a sharp object to clean the Platen Roller.