96   A-Class 
5.5.4  Cleaning the Media Sensor, Media Path, and Peel Bar 
 
Clean the Media Sensor, Media Path, and Peel Bar as follows: 
 
 
1.  Turn OFF and unplug the printer. Raise the access cover. 
 
 
2.  Raise the Head Lift Lever. Lower the Peel Assembly Release Lever. Remove media and 
ribbon. 
 
 
Ribbon Shield
(thermal transfer-equipped
 models only)
Peel Bar
Media Sensor
Media Guide
Media Posts
 
 
 
3.  Using compressed air or a soft brush, clean the media path (and ribbon path, on units 
equipped with the thermal transfer option) including the Media Sensor and Peel Bar. Use 
a cotton swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol as needed on areas of heavy buildup. 
 
 
4.  After allowing the components to dry, replace media, and ribbon (if needed). Close the 
Peel Assembly and lower the Head Lift Lever into the locked position.   
 
 
5.  Close the access cover. Plug in and turn ON the printer. This completes the procedure.