Replacing the Wiper Pad

The wiper pad catches ink when the head surface is cleaned with the wiper.

When it is time to replace the wiper pad, the message The time for wiper pad replacement has arrived. appears. In this situation, replace the wiper pad.

For information about purchasing wiper pads, contact your authorized dealer.

WARNING

Be sure to perform operations as specified by the instructions, and never touch any area not specified in the instructions.

Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.

IMPORTANT

When the warning alarm sounds during wiper pad replacement

To prevent the print heads from drying out, an alarm sounds about 30 minutes after the start of the operation. Perform the operation by following the message displayed in the Utility window.

Required items
BY-20_WiperPad
tweezers
Wiper pad Tweezers
Procedure
  1. When the message The time for wiper pad replacement has arrived. appears, click OK.
  2. Remove any media.
  3. Click Panel_Icon_NOTE_1note to display the messages.
  4. Click The time for wiper pad replacement has arrived..
    The Wiper Pad Replacement window appears.
  5. Click OK.
    The print-head carriage moves to a location where replacement work is possible.
  6. When the print-head carriage stops, open the right cover.
  7. Follow the on-screen instructions to replace the wiper pad.
  8. When the operation is complete, close the right cover.
  9. Click Finish.
    The print-head carriage returns to the original position, and then head cleaning starts.