Panduit TDP42H, TDP43H, TDP46H manual Replacing the Print Head

Section 4: Cleaning and Maintenance

3.Open the Print Head by pushing the Head Latch toward the rear of the printer. The Print Head is spring loaded and will automatically open as the Head Latch is disengaged.

4.Remove the ribbon.

5.Apply PANDUIT ® Thermal Print Head Cleaner to a cotton swab.

6.Carefully insert the swab between the top and bottom portions of the Sensor Assembly. The location of the sensors is identified by two marks on the assembly.

7.Move the swab back and forth to clean any residue from the sensors.

Replacing the Print Head

The print head on the TDP4*H printers is a user-replaceable item. If it becomes damaged for any reason, it can be easily removed and replaced. Contact the PANDUIT ID Division for information on obtaining a new print head. The TDP4*H is available with three different print heads with 203, 305 or 609 dpi (denoted by replacing * with a 2, 3 or 6 in fourth digit of part number). Make sure you have the correct replacement head as the printer will automatically detect the print head resolution and load the operating parameters for that head.

Supplies needed:

Flat blade screwdriver

Replacement Print Head

1.Turn the printer off and remove the power cable.

2.Open the Top and Side Access doors.

3.Open the Print Head by pushing the Head Latch toward the rear of the printer. The Print Head is spring- loaded and will automatically open as soon as the Head Latch is disengaged.

4.Remove the ribbon from the Ribbon Rewind Spindle if necessary.

5.View the Print Head from the front of the printer. Locate the center mounting thumb screw on the top of the assembly. Unscrew this screw. It remains captive and will not come out of the top attachment plate.

6.The Print Head should now be loosened from the top of the assembly by grasping either side and carefully pulling it down.

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