Dover Markem-Imaje SmartDate X60 - Regular and Monthly Maintenance Checks

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 Monthly Checks
- Check condition of peel roller: Remove roller and inspect internally for wear. Replace if
necessary.
- Check condition of the ribbon guide rollers: Check that bearings are smooth.
- Check condition of ribbon sensor roller. Inspect the roller coating for wear and dam-
age. If worn or damaged, replace the roller.
- Ensure all rollers are square to the Cassette or Printer.
- Check the magnet for any damage or non-alignment. This magnet is used for ribbon
detection and ribbon calibration.
- Print a test image to check printhead quality and alignment. See Section 6 - Menus.
- Check condition of printhead carriage drive belt and associated components: pulleys,
bearings, retainers and shafts.
- Check Air cylinder.
- Check that the tension roller slide is free to move.
 Care of the Printhead
Although purpose-built for its application, the printhead is still subject to wear and tear.
Careful consideration at the time of installation and regular preventative maintenance
can significantly help to maximise printhead life.
The most frequent cause of printhead damage is abrasion - either from ingress of
airborne particles or from an abrasive substrate surface. Consequently, printhead life
varies considerably among substrate materials and among applications.
The thermal ribbon protects the printhead against wear. With use of various ribbon
widths and an abrasive substrate, it is possible that the unused, unprotected, section of
the printhead is subjected to wear and damage. Usually, abrasive substrates have pre-
printed inks. Particularly, some red inks may be more abrasive than other colours.
Procedures for all thermal transfer printers follow:
- Regularly clean the printhead. The frequency of cleaning is entirely application and
environment specific.
- To minimise printhead wear, always use the minimum air pressure that delivers an
acceptable print quality. Never exceed the maximum air pressure recommended for the
particular SmartDate X60 used.
- Use the minimum darkness setting that delivers the required print quality.
Maintenance
for parts & service call QLC (800) 837-1309