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CAUTION !
The following instructions do not apply for A6 ! If you try to pull the label
edge sensor out of the A6 as described below, the sensor cable could be
torn off from the sensor ! For that reason, on A6 the cleaning of the label
edge sensor must be done by a service technician !
During operation of the printer, paper dust can accumulate on the label edge
sensor. In some cases, this may lead to problems when sensing the media.
If this is the case, you should clean the label edge sensor.
CAUTION !
Do not use solvents to clean the label edge sensor!
Do not use sharp objects to clean the optical sensor!
1. Remove the media from the printer.
2. Press the latch (1) in the direction of the arrow in figure D-1.
3. Continue pressing the latch and pull the label edge sensor (2) with the
handle (4) to its outermost position.
CAUTION !
The label edge sensor cannot be removed totally ! There is a stop when
the label edge sensor reaches the outermost position ! If you try to pull
further the label edge sensor can be damaged !
4. Clean the label edge sensor and its optical sensors (3) with a soft brush or
a cloth dipped in isopropyl alcohol.
5. Slide the label edge sensor back into its original position.
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Fig. D-1 Cleaning the Label Edge Sensor
Cleaning the Label Edge Sensor A3/A4
Appendix D - Maintenance / Cleaning