Printer rollers are small rubber pieces that help feed your printer paper.They can accumulate dust from printing double-sided pages.You need to locate your printer rollers to clean them.You can clean them with water or a rubber product.Most paper-feeding problems can be fixed with this.
Step 1: Look for the printer rollers.
The printer rollers are usually located on the underneath side.If you look above where the paper tray used to be, you can usually find them.When applying pressure to the rollers, they should be rotating manually.You will need to use the feed paper option on your printer if you don't.You should not have to remove them completely for the cleaning process.
Step 2: Use a lint-free cloth and water to clean rollers.
You can dip your lint-free cloth into the distilled water.You don't want the cloth to be wet.To remove dirt from the rollers, wipe the damp cloth across the surface.You need to fully rotate the rollers so that you can clean the entire surface area.Before you use your printer again, make sure you dry off the rollers.
Step 3: A rubber rejuvenation product can be used.
To help the rubber printer rollers regain some of their original slickness, you should use a rubber rejuvenation product.Rub the surface of the printer rollers with the end of a Q-tip or foam swab.You can purchase a rubber rejuvenation product at any computer or office supply store.
Step 4: Find the rollers.
The printer rollers can be found near the paper tray on the top of the machine.You can open the access panel if you can't find them here.You can easily remove them if they are on top here.Some printer rollers are not rotating manually.You will need to unsnap the clips on either side of the roller to remove it.
Step 5: There is a swab with alcohol.
You can use alcohol to clean your printer rollers.Rub it over the rollers.Before you install the rollers in your printer, wipe them off and dry them completely.The cotton swab needs to be moistened with alcohol and not dripping wet.You don't want the liquid to get inside the printer.
Step 6: There is a lint-free cloth.
Rub a lint-free cloth into some distilled water and gently scrub the surface of your printer to remove any dirt or debris that has caught on the rollers.It will help clean the rollers without damaging them.Before you put the rollers in your printer, be sure to dry them completely.
Step 7: Don't use over-cleaning rollers with alcohol.
When cleaning your printer rollers, alcohol should not be used.Don't use other kinds of solvent.These products can cause rollers to become cracked and damaged over time.If you use these kinds of products, you could void the manufacturer's warranty on your printer.
Step 8: It's a good idea to avoid overloading your printer.
If your printer seems to be having trouble feeding paper through, it's a good idea to clean the printer rollers.If you keep trying to make the printer work, it will only add to the problem.The lifespan of your printer will be increased if you maintain it regularly and treat it with care.
Step 9: Plug your printer in while you clean.
Before you start cleaning or maintenance on your printer, make sure the machine is unplugged.The printer could be damaged if you leave it powered on or plugged in.You don't want to void the manufacturer's warranty on your printer.