Replacing the wiper cleaner

The wiper cleaner removes ink, dust, and similar substances that have adhered to the wiper during cleaning.

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

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 items

Pad_Wiper


Wiper cleaner Tweezers
IMPORTANT

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

Procedure
  1. When the message The time for wiper cleaner 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 cleaner replacement has arrived..
    The Wiper Cleaner 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 cleaner.
    • When the message Eliminate static electricity. appears, touch the indicated location, and then tap Finish All to display the instructions for wiper cleaner replacement.
    • 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.
  8. When the wiper cleaner replacement is finished, tap Finish All.
  9. When the message Close the cover. appears, close the flushing cover and the right cover.
    When you close the flushing cover and the right cover, you are returned to the original screen.
  10. Tap AP-640_Panel_Icon_HOME to go back to the original screen.