2.2.6 Cap Mechanism
The cap mechanism prevents the printhead nozzles from drying and keeps bubbles from forming
inside the nozzle while the printer is not in use. The printer performs this operation automatically
when print data is not received or when the printer power is turned off during printing or ink
system operations. (The secondary circuit for the power switch allows this operation to be
performed.) Also thisprinte r has two caps,one for the black he adand one for the color head.

2.2.7 WipingMechanism

The wiping mechanism cleans the surface of the printhead nose when the printer is in the ink
system sequence. The wiper drive gear transmits power from the paper feed motor via the clutch
gear. When the wiper is raised (against the printhead surface), the hook for securing the carriage to
the home position is raised, too. When the wiper goes down toward the bottom frame, the hook
goesdown, too. Both black and color heads are cleaned by this wiper.
Cap 1 Cap 2
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Color Cartrid ge Black Cartridg e
Cap Holder
Air Valve
Air Tube
Valve Spring
Carriage
Figure 2-13. Cap Mechanism
Hook
Wiper (Cleaning Blade)
Hook Lever
Wiper Drive Gear
Platen
Clutch
Wiper Drive Gear Frame
Figure 2-14. Wiping Mechanism
Operating Principles Stylus Pro XL
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