About This Manual

This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of the printer. The instructions and procedures included herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.

Manual ConfigurationSymbols Used in this Manual

This manual consists of six chapters and Appendix.

CHAPTER 1.PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS

Provides a general overview and specifications of the product.

CHAPTER 2.OPERATING PRINCIPLES

Describes the theory of electrical and mechanical operations of the product.

CHAPTER 3.TROUBLESHOOTING

Describes the step-by-step procedures for the troubleshooting.

CHAPTER 4.DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY

Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling and assembling the product.

CHAPTER 5.ADJUSTMENT

Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment.

CHAPTER 6.MAINTENANCE

Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of Epson-approved lubricants and adhesives required for servicing the product.

CHAPTER 7.APPENDIX

Provides the following additional information for reference:

•Connector pin assignments

•Electric circuit boards components layout

•Electrical circuit boards schematics

•Exploded diagram & Parts List

Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide additional information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger present during a procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when they are used, and always read NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING messages.

A D J U

Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice

R E Q U

or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in

 

injury or loss of life.

C A U

Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice,

 

or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in

 

damage to, or destruction of, equipment.

C H E

May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure,

P O I

practice or condition that is necessary to accomplish a task

 

efficiently. It may also provide additional information that is

 

related to a specific subject, or comment on the results

 

achieved through a previous action.

W A R

I.ndicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice

 

or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury

 

or loss of life.

 

Indicates that a particular task must be carried out

 

according to a certain standard after disassembly and

 

before re-assembly, otherwise the quality of the

 

components in question may be adversely affected.