Caution Do not allow any part of the gauge to touch the printheads, and do not leave the gauge on the platen after setting the head height. If the gauge is allowed to touch or strike the printheads, the print- heads could be damaged permanently and require replacement.

9.Turn the head height adjustment screw clockwise, just until the end of the gauge slides under the carriage.

Caution Do not allow the taller surface of the gauge to slide under the printhead carriage. Damage to the print- heads or carriage could result.

10.Remove the gauge and repeat steps 7 through 9 at the other side of the carriage.

11.Verify the heights at both sides of the carriage and adjust if necessary.

12.Remove the carriage cover.

The carriage cover is attached to the carriage with three screws at the top, and two screws on each side (see Fig. 5-7 below).

Fig. 5-7. Location of carriage cover screws

Set the Printhead and Camera Height

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HP 72SR manual Location of carriage cover screws