❏ The print head is automatically cleaned at a fixed
interval after printing to keep the nozzle from
clogging.
Be sure that the waste ink bottle is placed whenever
the printer is on.
Periodical Cleaning U “Printer Setup Menu” on
page 104
❏ As well as being expended during printing, ink is
used during head cleaning and other maintenance
required to keep the print head in working order.
Notes when not using the printer
If you are not using it, note the following points when
storing the printer. If it is not stored correctly, you may
not be able to print properly the next time it is used.
Additional precautions are required for white and
metallic silver inks. See the following.
U “Specialty Inks” on page 28
❏ The pressure rollers may crease media left in the
printer. The media may also become wavy or
curled, causing jams or resulting in the media
coming into contact with the print head. Remove
the media before putting the printer in storage.
❏ Store the printer after confirming that the print
head has been capped (the print head is positioned
at the far right). If the print head is left uncapped for
a long time, the print quality may decline.
Note:
If the print head is not capped, turn the printer on, and
then turn it off.
❏ Close all covers before placing the printer in
storage. If you are not using the printer for a long
time, put an anti-static cloth or cover on the printer
to prevent dust. The print head nozzles are very
small, and they can become clogged easily if fine
dust gets on the print head, and you may not be able
to print properly.
❏ If you have not used the printer for a long time,
check the print head for clogging before you start
printing. Perform head cleaning if the print head is
clogged.
U “Checking for clogged nozzles” on page 75
❏ When storing the printer, be sure that it is level: do
not store it on an angle, on end, or upside down.
Using the SC-S30600 series or Printers Without
Specialty Inks
Note:
The term “specialty inks” is used for white and metallic
silver inks.
❏ If you do not print for a long time, the print head
nozzles may become clogged. Turn the printer on at
least once every seven days to prevent the print head
clogging. Head cleaning will be performed
automatically after the printer is turned on. Head
cleaning helps maintain print quality. Do not turn
the printer off until cleaning is complete.
❏ If the printer will not be used for an extended
period, use Cleaning cartridge (available
separately) to wash the heads. Leaving the heads
unwashed causes permanent clogs.
Whether head washing is required depends on the
length of time the printer will be left unused.
❏ SC-S70600 series (8 color mode): 2 weeks or
more
❏ SC-S50600 series (4 color mode): 3 weeks or
more
❏ SC-S30600 series: 1 month or more
See the following for more information.
U “The Maintenance Menu” on page 106
Notes on handling ink cartridges
Note the following points when handling ink cartridges
to maintain good print quality.
Additional precautions are required for white and
metallic silver inks. See the following.
U “Specialty Inks” on page 28
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