24xx

Service Checks

Abnormal Noise Service Check

Check the entire printer for loose parts.

 

FRU

Action

 

 

 

1

Ribbon Cartridge

Remove and reinstall the ribbon cartridge.

 

 

 

2

Printhead

Disconnect the printhead cable(s).

 

 

Run the print test (do not fold or damage the

 

 

cables during the test). Go to “Print Test” on

 

 

page 3-3.

 

 

Replace the printhead, if the noise is gone.

 

 

 

3

Carrier Motor

Disconnect the carrier motor connector CN2

 

Ribbon Drive

from the logic board. Turn the printer off and

 

Mechanism

then on.

 

 

If the abnormal noise is gone, look for a

 

 

problem with the carrier motor or ribbon drive

 

 

mechanism. Go to “Carrier Service Check”

 

 

on page 2-16.

 

 

 

4

Paper Feed

Disconnect the paper feed motor CN1 from the

 

Mechanism

logic board.

 

 

Perform the Print Test. Go to “Print Test” on

 

 

page 3-3.

 

 

If the abnormal noise is gone, look for the

 

 

problem in the paper feed mechanism.

 

 

 

Diagnostic Information 2-13

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Oki 2400 manual Service Checks, Abnormal Noise Service Check