CHAPTER 6
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Routine Printer Maintenance
4/29/10 Rev G
To apply Gerber Clean Solution (GCS)
1 Apply a minimum of 10 drops of GCS to a new foam-tipped swab.
Note: Use one swab for each print head, provided it does not have particles on the swab.
2 Touch one side of the foam-tipped swab to the front section of the nozzle area (see
photo above). Apply light pressure and hold for 2 to 3 seconds.
3 Add an additional 3-5 drops of GCS to re-saturate the foam-tipped swab. Touch the
foam-tipped swab to the middle section of the print head. Apply light pressure and
hold for 2-3 seconds.
4 Add an additional 3-5 drops of GCS to re-saturate the foam-tipped swab. Touch the
foam-tipped swab to the remaining section of the print head. Apply light pressure and
hold for 2-3 seconds.
5 Repeat steps 1-4 for a total of five cycles for each print head requiring treatment.
To complete the process
1 After finishing the Gerber Clean Solution steps above, wait 5 minutes with the shelf
down before continuing.
2 Raise the shelf after 5 minutes.
3 Perform the routine Clean Heads procedure (see page 84).
4 Print an An
gled Nozzle job. If new missing nozzles are created, perform a second
Clean Heads procedure.
5 If you see an improvement, but some angled nozzles remain, you may repeat this
process.
Cleaning the flat bed
Each week you should carefully clean off any ink residue on the flat bed using a straight edge
razor blade. Use care that you do not scratch the anodized surface of the flat bed. Use the slew
keys to move the gantry out of the way to enable you to reach all areas.
Cleaning the roll-to-roll platen
Occasionally examine the roll-to-roll platen (if the printer is equipped with one) for a build-up
of cured ink. Carefully remove the ink build-up with a straight-edge razor blade.
Cleaning the head access door
CAUTION: Use impervious gloves to protect your hands. Nitrile gloves of no less
than 8 mils have proven impervious for one hour of exposure. Gloves should be
disposed of after one hour of exposure time. Wear safety goggles to protect your
eyes. Dispose of used gloves according to local laws and regulations.
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