Safety Procedures to undertake in servicing a dusty printer

Safety Procedures to undertake in servicing a dusty printer

You will need:

§         Small, soft-bristled paint brush

§         Toner vacuum

§         Several toner cloths or a soft cloth

§         Face mask that filters fine particles

§         Isopropyl alcohol

§         Compressed can of air

§         Latex gloves

§         Lint free cotton swabs or printer swabs

§         Large sheets of paper/newspaper

The Cleaning Process:

• Keep the air in the room as still as possible (Turn off fans, air conditioners, etc.).
• Use mask to prevent breathing from airborne toner particles.
• Cover your work area with the large sheets of paper.
• Unplug the printer and place it on top of the paper. Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool down.
• The fuser-roller gets extremely hot while printing, so it is essential that you allow it to cool off completely to avoid burns.
• It is recommended that you allow the printer to sit unplugged for at least one hour before opening to clean.
• Remove the toner cartridge or bottle to minimize toner spilling out.
• Make active your toner cloth by stretching the sides.
• Wipe the exterior of the cartridge and lay the cartridge on a clean cloth.
• Remove any spilled toner as well as any toner that is loose on the internal compartments using vacuum.
• Gently brush loose particles from crevices and corners while vacuuming.
• Take care of thin wires called corona wires (can be easily damaged and are costly to repair).
• No pressure is required to remove the fine particles.
• Simply reinsert the toner cartridge, close the cover and plug it back in.
• Take a test print page to ensure the printer is functioning and printing as normal.