P1086708-001 ZXP Series 9 Card Printer Service Manual 127
Maintenance
Magnetic Encoder Cleaning
Magnetic Encoder Cleaning
The magnetic encoder is cleaned as part of the printer cleaning process . If the frequency of
encoding errors increases, the head may need additional cleaning. To clean, only use foam-tipped
swabs. To order cleaning swabs, go to the ZXP Series 9 Card Printer Support Page at www.zebra.
com/zxp9-info.
Caution • Never use a sharp object or any abrasive to scrape deposits from the magnetic encoder.
Permanent damage to the magnetic head will result.
Step 1. Open the printer cover.
Step 2. Open the idler roller assembly door.
Step 3. Bend the cleaning swab to release the cleaning uid.
Step 4. Clean the magnetic encoder by moving cleaning swab tip side-to-side across the
head elements.
Step 5. Close the idler roller assembly door.
Step 6. Close the door.