TAG 754: Attachment Option Malfunction

Error Code:

754

Symptoms: Job fails only when an attachment option is used.

Possible Causes: Lack of voltage

Possible Defects: Attachment option

Communication cables

Cable connectors

Signal interface board

Signal interface board fuse

IGS board

Host computer

Host interface cable

Communication problems may require trial replacement of numerous parts. After each trial replacement, run the job that exhibited failure.

1 Turn off the printer and unplug the power cord.

Disconnect all attachment cables.

Open the back cover and install an interlock by-pass tool.

Confirm that J/P8, J/P32, and J/P74 are connected properly.

Confirm that the signal interface board DIP switches are set correctly.

Reinstall all communication cables.

Power-on-reset the printer.

Confirm that the printer has been correctly configured using the printer’s soft configuration mode.

Run the failing job.

Has the problem been resolved?

No: Continue.

Yes: Loose or damaged connectors, software configuration, or DIP switches were at fault. Turn to TAG 002: Check & Problem Resolution.

2 Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord.

Check the signal interface board fuse for continuity.

Does the fuse have continuity?

No: Continue.

Yes: Go to #5 in this TAG.

3 Disconnect the cables from the attachment option to the printer.

Replace the signal interface board fuse.

Turn on the printer for five seconds, then turn it off.

Check the signal interface board fuse for continuity.

Does the fuse have continuity?

No: Replace the signal interface board, then turn to TAG 002: Check & Problem Resolution.

Yes: Continue.

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