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 Tank when ink levels are low.

Your 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.59)

1.If the roll is not ejected because of the cutting method selected, cut it manually and remove it. (→P.367)

2.Clean inside the Top Cover. (→P.641)

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 Yes, 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 Top Cover.

8. Open the Top Cover.

Instructions are now shown on the Display Screen regarding Printhead replacement.

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