DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

3.2.6 Printer Mechanism Removal

This section describes how to remove and disassemble the printer mechanism. Before following the steps in this section, remove the printer mechanism from the printer as described in Section 3.2.6.

WARNING

Because the printer mechanism is large and heavy, you must be careful when you remove it. When you lift or lower the printer mechanism, follow these precautions:

;￿Two people are required to remove or install the printer mechanism.

;￿Use the lift handles (#E656, part number B765111001) designed for lifting or lowering the printer mechanism when you remove or install it.

;￿To avoid straining your waist, hands, or feet, place the printer on a low table before following the steps below.

Step 1: Remove the upper case. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.4.)

Step 2: Remove the interlock switch assembly. (Refer to Section 3.2.5)

Step 3: Remove the two CBS (O) (M4x8) screws securing the green and yellow earth cables to the grounding plate. Then disconnect connectors (1) through (4) as shown in Figure 3-41. (Ensure all connectors (1) through (7) indicated in the figure are disconnected.)

Step 4: Remove the CBS (O) (M4x8) screw securing the earth cable as shown in Figure 3-42.

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Figure 3-41. Connector Removal (left side)

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Figure 3-42. Connector Removal (right side)

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Epson DFX-8500 service manual Printer Mechanism Removal, Connector Removal left side