Replacing the Wiper

The wiper periodically cleans the surface of the print heads.

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

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.

Required item

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Wiper
IMPORTANT

Take care to prevent ink from adhering to the operation panel.

Procedure
  1. When the message The time for wiper replacement has arrived. appears, tap OK.
  2. Remove any media.
  3. Tap VG3_Panel_Icon_NOTE_1note to display the messages.
  4. Tap The time for wiper replacement has arrived..
    The Wiper Replacement screen appears.
  5. Tap Execute.
  6. When the confirmation screen appears, respond to the on-screen instructions, and then tap OK.
    The print head carriage moves to the left side of the machine.
  7. Follow the instructions on the operation panel to replace the wiper.
    • Tap VG3_Panel_Icon_LEFT_blue or VG3_Panel_Icon_RIGHT_blue to check the procedure.
    • If you complete the work without viewing the instructions, tap Finish All.
    IMPORTANT
    • After installing the wiper, hold the hooks on the left and right sides, pressing in just enough so that the locks are not released. Then, gently pull the wiper up and check that it is not removed.
    • Install the wiper so that surface (A) faces to the right.

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  8. When the wiper replacement is finished, tap Finish All.
  9. When Close the cover. appears, close the right cover.
    When you close the right cover, you are returned to the original screen.
  10. Tap AP-640_Panel_Icon_HOME to go back to the original screen.