HP 220 - Manual (Page 32)

4Ć2 Preventive Maintenance C3187Ć90000
Cleaning the Plotter
To maintain the plotter in good operating condition, keep it free of dust accumulation, ink,
andother contamination. Cleaning intervals are determinedby the plotter environment and
by the types of plotter supplies used. As with any precision electronics equipment, proper
maintenance will help to ensure reliability andprolong product life.
Disconnect the plotter from the power source prior
to performing any maintenance. DO NOT allow
water to runonto electrical components or circuits,
or through openings in the enclosure, as this can
create a shock hazard leading to death or injury.
W A R N I N G
General Cleaning
Proper general cleaning shouldinclude the following:
1 Blow away dust accumulation with compressed air if available.
2 Clean the outer surface of the plotter with a damp sponge or cloth. Use a mild soap and
water solution if necessary. Do not use abrasive cleaners on the window.
3 Wipe the plotter dry with a soft lintĆfree cloth.
Cleaning the Drive Roller
Due to the ink's reflectance, ink spilled on the roller can disrupt the plotter's edgeĆsensing
function. To remove any ink from the roller, perform the following procedure:
1 Connect the plotter to the ac power source.
2 Switch the plotter ON andwait for it to finish initialization.
3 With the window closed and no media loaded, press
Form Feed
repeatedly until the
stainedarea of the drive roller is positionedat the top where it can be cleaned.
4 Turn the plotter OFF, disconnect it from the ac power source andraise the window.
5 Apply any common householdcleaning solution to a soft, lintĆfree rag andapply it to the
driveĆroller surface.
6 Thoroughly clean the roller surface.
7 If other areas of the roller have been stainedby ink, repeat the above steps.
8 Allow the drive roller to dry.
9 Lower the window, reconnect the plotter to the ac source, turn the plotter on, and load
paper to test that no ink reflections disrupt operation of media loading.