Replacing the Print Head Caps

The print head caps seal the nozzle surfaces of the print heads, preventing these surfaces from drying out and preventing dust from adhering to them.

Replacement is necessary if the The time for cap replacement has arrived. message appears.

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 or burns.

IMPORTANT To prevent the print heads from drying out, finish this procedure in 10 minutes or less. After 10 minutes, the alarm will sound, so pause the procedure and perform the following operations.
  1. Close all the covers.
  2. Tap Finish All to finish the work.
  3. Restart the procedure from the beginning.
Required items

print head cap


CleaningCloth


RT-640_CleaningStick

Print head capCloth (that is not fluffy)Cleaning stick
Procedure
  1. When the message The time for cap replacement has arrived. appears, tap OK.
  2. Remove any media.
  3. Tap Panel_Icon_Notification to display the messages.
  4. Tap The time for cap replacement has arrived..
    The Cap Replacement screen appears.
  5. Tap Execute.
  6. Follow the instructions on the operation panel to replace the print head caps.
    • Tap Panel_Icon_Left_Blue or Panel_Icon_Right_Blue to check the procedure.
    • If you complete the work without viewing the instructions, tap Finish All.
  7. When the print head cap replacement is finished, tap Finish All.