Letting things go without proper maintenance results in unpredictable printer performance and quality, and may result in more serious breakdowns.
Maintenance is an essential part of printer service.
It consists of keeping components clean, replacing or rebuilding worn components, and lubricating critical areas. This relieves undo stress on the other components of the printer. Proper maintenance greatly improves printer reliability and means less down time. It also assures optimum printer quality. Mechanical parts are often prone to a great deal of wear and tear before a serious breakdown occurs.