Routine Maintenance
Clean the Printhead and Rollers
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4. Using Preventative Maintenance kit (part number 47362) or a solution of 90% isopropyl
alcohol and 10% deionized water on a cotton swab, wipe the print elements from end to
end. Allow the solvent to evaporate.
5. Use a lint-free cloth moistened with alcohol to clean the platen roller, pinch roller, and
peel roller. Rotate the rollers while cleaning.
6. Reload the ribbon and media (if used).
7. Close the media door.
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Printhead elements (gray strip)
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Cotton swab
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Platen Roller
Note • If print quality does not improve after you perform this procedure, clean the printhead
with Save-a-Printhead cleaning film. Call your authorized Zebra distributor for more
information.