In addition to the wearing of the Scan-Axis Motor and the Ink Tubes System, the friction in this area can increase due to the accumulation of ink particles and dust from the media or the atmosphere in the vicinity of the slider rods.

Scan-Axis maintenance requires the cleaning of the slider rods properly, and a lubricant to apply onto the rods. It also requires the replacement of the Ink Tubes System.

NOTE: The most important parts to keep clean are the upper and internal sides of the rods.