HP 5MP Roller Pick-Up Problem 1

[dblack63]

I know that there is a kit that cleans the pickup rollers of the HP 5Mp. However, we are a school district in a economically "challenged" area. Therefore, I was wondering if any of you know how I can clean these without buying the kit?

Thank you for your time and assistance.

Dave Black

 

[edfair]

You could try denatured alcohol.
Also from an office supply store get platen cleaner.
Or you could rough them up with trimite. (carborundum paper)
But none of the above will substitute for getting new rubber in place.
You could also look on ebay. I think I paid $12.00 for a set for my IIPs. Ed Fair
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[Anndy]

You can also try lacquer thinner, but be careful because it will destroy most plastics it comes in contact with.

 

[ssg1719]

Hi there!

I wouldn't use alcohol on rubber rollers. It has a tendency to dry them out. One thing I have used for years in the field is Formula 409. Just apply some to a lint free style of cloth and give it a good cleaning. It doesn't leave a residue and does a very good job at cleaning the rollers and the case. I wouldn't get the fancy stuff, just the regular white bottle and some lint free "shop towels." Also, you can get the stuff in big bulk bottles and then distribute them into smaller bottles.

Good Luck!

ssg1719
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