feeder systems are mechanical systems that feed individual sheets of paper to other mechanical devices . feeder systems need to be able to handle a variety of types of paper with different weights and finishes . glossy paper has proven difficult to feed because of anti - offset agents used in the printing process . the agents contaminate the rollers in the feeder system causing misfeeds and jams . the present invention is a cleaning apparatus that can be used in conjunction with the feeder system to keep the feeder system free from malfunctions during the processing of glossy paper . the cleaning apparatus includes a cleaning head mounted on a supporting arm . various types of abrasive cleaning heads can be employed in the cleaning apparatus such as metal blades , meshes and brushes . the cleaning heads keep the rollers operational while minimizing deterioration of the roller .