Replacing the Wiper

The wiper periodically cleans the surface of the print heads.

Replacement is necessary if the The time for wiper 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.
IMPORTANT If the message There are not many wipers remaining. Immediately stock up on wipers. Leaving the printer in a state in which it does not have a wiper will lead to head damage. appears, have a replacement wiper ready.

If the message Replace the wiper immediately. Leaving the printer in a state in which it does not have a wiper will lead to head damage. appears, immediately replace the wiper.

Required items
AG-640_wiper
Wiper
Procedure
  1. When the message The time for wiper replacement has arrived. appears, tap OK.
  2. Remove any media.
  3. Tap Panel_Icon_Notification to display the messages.
  4. Tap The time for wiper replacement has arrived..
    The Wiper Replacement screen appears.
  5. Tap Execute.
  6. Follow the instructions on the operation panel to replace the wiper.
    • 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 replacement of the wiper is complete, tap Finish All.