SATO 10e service manual 5, Ribbon Belt Adjustment

Section 8: Adjustment Procedures

RIBBON BELT ADJUSTMENT

1Switch off power and disconnect power supply cord.

2Remove the top, front, and left housing covers to gain access to ribbon belt (1, Figure 8-5).

NOTE: Figure 10-1 of the Diagrams & Schematics section provides guidance on housing cover removal.

3Remove two screws (2) securing ribbon motor cover (3) to left ribbon frame (4).

4Loosen three screws (5) securing motor (6) to left ribbon frame (4).

5Manually manipulate motor (6) toward the rear of the printer and retighten three screws (5).

NOTE: Belt tension should be slightly snug but not tight. Excessive belt tension will reduce belt life.

6 Install the left, front, and top housing covers.

NOTE: Figure 10-1 of the Diagrams & Schematics section provides guidance on housing cover installation.

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Figure 8-5, Ribbon Belt Adjustment

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