Epson TM-FX2180 manual Precautions, Tools, Description Specification

EPSON FX-2180 Service Manual Chapter 4 Disassembly and Assembly

4.1 Overview

This section provides warnings and cautions about disassembling and assembling the printer, and information about tools and screws. It also describes how to check the printer after you repair it to make sure it is operating properly.

4.1.1Precautions

Follow the precautions below when disassembling or assembling the printer.

4.1.2Tools

Tables 4-1 and 4-2 list the tools recommended for disassembling, assembling, or adjusting the printer. Use only tools that meet these specifications.

Table 4-1. Recommended Tools

Tool	Part No.
Round-nose pliers	B740400100
Wire cutters	B740500100
Tweezers	B741000100
Soldering iron	B740200100

WARNING

Before disassembling, assembling, or adjusting the printer, disconnect the power supply cable from the AC power socket. Failure to do so can cause physical injury.

The power switch is wired in the secondary circuitry of the power supply board. Therefore, the power supply’s primary circuitry remains

Tlive even after the printer is turned off.

Never touch primary parts of the power supply unit (including the heat sink) while the printer is plugged in.

	E-ring holder #2.5	B740800400
	Phillips screwdriver No. 2	B743800200
	Standard screwdriver	B743000100
	Thickness gauge	B776702201
	Needle-nose pliers	—
	Pin drive	—
Note: All tools are commercially available.
Table 4-2. Equipment Required for Maintenance

Description	Specification
Multimeter	—
Oscilloscope	50 MHz

CAUTION

o maintain efficient printer operation:

Use only recommended tools for repair or maintenance work.

Use only recommended lubricants and

Tadhesives. (See Chapter 6.)

Adjust the printer only as described in this manual.

Note: An oscilloscope is required only for servicers who repair to the component level.

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