Printheads
Replacing the Printhead
Follow the steps below to replace the Printhead . Failure to follow this procedure may cause ink leak from
the Printhead , which may cause stains.
Note
•Prepare a new Ink T ank when ink levels are low .
•Y our hands may become dirty during Printhead replacement. Use the gloves provided with the new
Printhead for replacement.
•Choose On in Auto Print to have the printer automatically adjust the Printhead alignment after
replacement of the Printhead . ( → P .49)
1. If the roll is not ejected because of the cutting method selected, cut it manually and remove it.
( → P .421)
2. Clean inside the T op Cover . ( → P .640)
3. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU .
4. Press ▲or ▼to select Maintenance , and then press the ►button.
5. Press ▲or ▼to select Replace P .head , and then press the ►button.
6. Press ▲or ▼to select the Printhead for replacement, and then press the ►button.
7. Press ▲or ▼to select Y es , and then press the OK button.
Select Printhead L to replace the Printhead L or select Printhead R to replace the Printhead
R . Be sure to specify the correct printhead.
Ink is now lled.
After about three minutes, a message is shown on the Display Screen instructing you to open
the T op Cover .
8. Open the T op Cover .
Instructions are now shown on the Display Screen regarding Printhead replacement.
626 Maintenance