SATO CL608e/CL612e manual Replacing the Print Head, Step

Section 6. Replacement Procedures

6.7 Replacing the Print Head

If the print head becomes damaged, it can be easily removed and replaced. No critical adjustments are required. Before you replace the print head, check the head counter values by printing a test pattern (Refer to Page 2-32).

STEP PROCEDURE

1.Switch the printer OFF and disconnect the power cable.

2.Raise the access door and remove the ribbon and label stock if installed. Fig. 6-24

3.Close the Head Latch Lever to facilitate removal of the Print Head. Remove (2) stud screws. Fig. 6-24 & 6-25

4.Carefully open the Head Latch Lever so that the Print Head will drop down. Fig. 6-26

5.Dislodge and remove the Ribbon Guide Plate from the Print Head. Fig. 6-26

6.Carefully disconnect the cables and remove the Print Head. Fig. 6-27

7.Set the switch setting on the new Print Head to the right side position. Fig. 6-28

8.Install the Print Head by reconnecting the Print Head Data Cable and Print Head Power Cable to the Print Head. Attach the Ribbon Guide Plate. Fig. 6-26 & 6-29

9.Position the Print Head so it aligns properly with the alignment pins and Ribbon Guide Plate. Fig. 6-26 & 6-29

10.

Close the Head Latch Lever and reinstall the two stud screws.

Before you return the printer to normal service, you should perform the following procedures.

•Clear Counter Heads (Refer to Section 7.3).

•Confirm that head cables are connected and that they do not touch the head opening spring. Also confirm that you can open and close the head without restriction.

•Print test pattern (Refer to Page 2-32).

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