Cleaning The Printer; Lubrication - Epson Stylus COLOR 900 Service Manual

EPSON Stylus COLOR 900/900N

6.6 Cleaning the Printer

This printer does not require regular cleaning. However, the following
areas can be cleaned of dirt or debris as needed:
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Housing:
To remove dust and dirt, wipe the exterior of the printer with a soft,
clean cloth moistened with water. If the housing is stained with ink,
use a cloth moistened with a mild detergent to wipe it off.
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Inside the printer:
To clean inside the printer, use a vacuum cleaner to remove any
dust or paper debris. To clean the paper feed roller, use a soft
brush to wipe off any dust, or use a soft cloth moistened with
FEDRON.
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Unplug the power cable before cleaning.
C A U T I O N
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Never use chemical solvents, such as thinner, to
clean the printer. These chemicals can damage
printer components.
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Be careful not to scratch the coated surface of the
paper feed roller.
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Do not use a hard brush for cleaning, or it may
scratch the case.

6.7 Lubrication

The EPSON Stylus COLOR 900/900N does not need to be lubricated
on a regular basis. However, you should apply lubricants under the
following circumstances:
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Oil is wiped off during cleaning.
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Specific printer part(s) listed in this chapter are removed from
the printer during disassembly.
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Specific printer part(s) listed in this chapter are replaced with
new ones.
Use only the following EPSON-approved lubricants in the Stylus
COLOR 900/900N. They have been carefully selected for optimal
compatibility with this printer:
Table 6-2. Specified Lubricants
Type Part name Quantity
Grease G-26 40 g
Oil O-8 40 g
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Never use lubricants other than those specified in
C A U T I O N
Table 6-2. Using other types of lubricants can damage
the printer.
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Never apply more lubricant than specified in this
manual. Applying too much lubricant can damage
nearby printer parts.
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Make sure all surfaces are clean before lubricating
them.
Chapter 6 Maintenance
Part code Availability
B702600001 EPSON exclusive
1019753 EPSON exclusive
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