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Cutter Replacement
The animation sequence shows the complete
procedure for the replacement of the paper cutter in
your printer.

Prerequisites

Before attempting to replace the cutter you must
contact your local HP Customer Care center to:
•Order the replacement cutter.
•Receive instructions on how to access the Front
Panel Service Menu.

Important Information

•The cutter unit is attached to the printer by a black
cutter holder that runs along the metal guide rail,
and is hooked onto the edge of the platen at the
front of the printer.
•The cutting wheel is inside the cutter unit.
•Do not remove the cutter holder.
•When inserting the new cutter, with the cutter holder ra ised t o about 45 deg rees , partially inse rt the cutter so it
rests in the cutter holder, but do NOT clip it in at this stage.
CAUTION: Be very careful when replacing the cutter because y o u can e asil y brea k the cutte r hold er if y o u
apply too much force.
Click on the icon to run the animation sequence. A printable version of the sequence
is also available so that you can take the key illustrations to the printer, if it is remote from your
computer.