Abstract: A printer for printing plate-like print media includes a printing unit having at least one print head for printing print media according to the inkjet printing. The printing unit is movable in and against a conveying direction. A cleaning unit is provided for cleaning the print unit and includes a cleaning device for suctioning ink out of the print head in a suctioning direction. The cleaning unit further includes a drive device for moving the cleaning device in different operating positions. A cleaning device for such a printer and a method for maintaining the printer are also provided.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 8, 2020
Date of Patent:
February 18, 2025
Assignee:
Weidmüller Interface GmbH & Co. KG
Inventors:
Markus Dahlmann, Thorsten Bornefeld, Rico Schindler, René Manke, Thomas Köster