Procedures
Daily
operator 4 min

Capping Station Wipe

Inspect and wipe the capping station seal so the printhead stays sealed and moist overnight.

Why It Matters

A dirty or dry cap lets white ink dry on the nozzle face. Overnight drying is the most common cause of permanent white-channel drop-out.

Critical Warning

Never use paper towels — lint fibers clog nozzles. Use only lint-free wipes.

Procedure Authority

Generic GuidanceApproved
Owner
HopeDez Buyers Lab
Revision
2026-09-22
Source
HopeDez Buyers Lab field documentation — synthesized from public DTG/DTF maintenance guidance. Not a manufacturer-authorized procedure.
Escalation
Supervisor on duty · BuyersLab@hopedez.com

Generic buyer/owner guidance — applies across DTG/DTF models. Not a manufacturer-authorized procedure. Always confirm against your equipment's service manual.

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Move the carriage to the home / locked position.

  2. 2

    Inspect the capping station seal for ink crust or debris.

  3. 3

    Dampen a lint-free wipe with cleaning solution.

  4. 4

    Gently wipe the seal and wiper blade — never touch the printhead face directly.

  5. 5

    Confirm the cap seals against the head with light resistance.

Escalate a Problem

If this procedure didn't resolve the issue, file an escalation. It routes to Supervisor on duty · BuyersLab@hopedez.com with the supervisor + Buyers Lab on copy.