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CHAPTER 8
CARING
FOR YOUR PRINTER
Subjectscoveredin Chapter8 include–
. Cleaningthe printer
. Changingthe ribbon
c Replacingthe print head
Dust and heat will make any mechanism wear more quickly.
The best maintenance is
preventive,so the first step in any
maintenance program is correct location of the printer. This is
covered in greater detail in Chapter 1, but in general a normal of-
fice environment is best for both the computer and the printer.
CLEANING THE PRINTER
Cleaning the printer regularly will prolong its service life. Use
a damp cloth on the exterior every week or so. For stubborn
dirt, you may moisten the cloth with alcohol or water containing
a mild detergent, but be careful not to spill any liquid into the
interior of the printer or onto the print mechanism.
Use a soft brush to remove paper dust and lint from the
interior. A small vacuum cleaner can also make this task easier
– but be very careful not to bend or injure any electronic parts
or wiring. The printer contains delicate electronic parts, so only
clean those places where you have easy access.
REPLACINGTHE RIBBON
This printer uses an endless-type ribbon cartridge, meaning
that the ribbon is recycled automatically. In time, however,
when the print becomes to faint to read clearly, you will need to
change either the whole cartridge or the ribbon inside it.