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Maintenance
Media Path
Interval: Clean as needed.
Method: Clean it thoroughly with fiber-free cleaning swabs and cloths moistened with 99%
isopropyl alcohol. Let alcohol evaporate completely.
Procedure: See Media Path Cleaning.
Interior
Interval: Clean the printer as needed.
Method: Use a soft cloth, brush or compressed air to wipe or blow dust and particles out
of the printer. A
99% isopropyl alcohol and a fiber-free cleaning cloth can be used to dissolve
contaminants like oils and grime.
Exterior
Interval: Clean as needed.
Method: Use a soft cloth, brush or compressed air to wipe or blow dust and particles out
of the printer. The exterior of the printer can be cleaned using plain soap and water
solutions to moisten the cloth. Only use the minimum amount of cleaning to avoid getting
solution in the printer or other areas. Do not clean connectors or interior of the printer. with
this method.
Healthcare Printer Models — The latest models now include Ultra-Violet (UV) and
disinfectant-ready plastics for hospital and other similar environments. The user control’s
are sealed so they can be cleaned with the rest of the printer’s exterior. See the ‘Guide To
Disinfecting and Cleaning Zebra® Healthcare Printers’ on the Zebra Web site for the
latest information on tested and approved cleaning materials, and cleaning methods.
Label Dispenser Option
Interval: As needed to improve label dispensing operations.
Procedure: See Label Dispenser Option cleaning.