Cleaning the PrinterCleaning the Printer Exterior ........................................................................................................................... 744Cleaning Inside the Top Cover ........................................................................................................................ 744Cleaning the Printer ExteriorClean the printer regularly to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems.To ensure a comfortable working environment, clean the printer exterior about once a month.1. Turn the printer off. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") →P.6342. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.Caution• Always turn off the printer and unplug the power cord before cleaning or maintenance. Accidentallyleaving the printer on poses a risk of injury if you touch moving parts inside the printer.3. Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely, wipe the exterior surfaces of the printer. Dry the surfaceswith a dry cloth.Caution• Never use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene, or thinner. If these substances come into con-tact with electrical components inside the printer, there is a risk of fire or electrical shock.Important• If the Ejection Guide is dirty, it may soil the edge of the paper when the paper is cut. We recommendcleaning the Ejection Guide even if it does not appear dirty, because it may actually be covered withpaper dust.4. Plug the power cord into the outlet.Cleaning Inside the Top CoverClean inside the Top Cover about once a month to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems.Also clean inside the Top Cover in the following situations to ensure optimal operation.• If the printed surface or the underside of paper is dirty after printing• After you have used up a roll• After borderless printingMaintenance > Cleaning the Printer >Cleaning the Printer Exterior iPF65010744