Ricoh L4160 Printer User Manual


 
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Maintenance
Maintain the machine regularly or as necessary so that its accuracy will be maintained and it can continue to be
used for a long time.
Precautions for Maintenance
Pay attention to the following items when maintaining this machine.
About Cleaning Fluid
Use the cleaning fluid that is recommended by this company.
When using Cleaning Fluid for maintenance, be sure to wear the supplied protective glasses.
The ink contains organic solvent.When cleaning the machine, be sure to wear gloves so that
no ink will make direct contact with your skin.
Never disassemble the machine.Disassembling it can result in electric shock hazards or
damage to the machine.
Before maintenance, be sure to turn off the power switch and main power switch, and unplug
the power cable;otherwise, an unexpected accident may occur.
Prevent moisture from entering the machine.Moisture inside the machine can cause electric
shock hazards or damage to the machine.
To ensure stable ink jetting, it is necessary for the machine to eject a small amount of ink
(flushing) regularly when a printing (outputting) operation has not been performed for a long
time.
When the machine is not to be used for a long time, turn off only the power switch on the front
side, leave the main power switch at the side turned ON (in the position of | ), and leave the
power cable connected.
If organic solvent ink is mixed with water or alcohol, coagulation is generated.
Do not wipe the nozzle face of the heads, wiper, caps, etc. with water or alcohol.Doing so can
cause nozzle clogging or machine failure.
Do not use benzene, thinner, or any chemical agent containing an abrasive.Such materials
can deteriorate or deform the surface of the cover.
Do not apply a lubricant, etc. to any parts inside the machine. Doing so can cause printing
failure.
Be careful that the Cleaning Fluid, ink, etc. not to stick to the cover because this may cause
the surface of the cover to deteriorate or deform.