2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT

EM18-33010A

2.6 REPLACING THE PRINT HEAD

Print Head Bracket

Print Head

b (securing the print head)

b cA

(Print Head Position

c (securing the adjusting pin)

Fig. 2-16

Adjusting Pin)

(1)Loosen the screws c securing the print head position adjusting pin.

(2)Loosen the screws b one by one, slightly move the print head backward or forward, and then tighten the screws b and c . Ensure that the print head is parallel to the platen. If not, print tone will be uneven.

(3)Make a test print and if necessary, repeat Step 2) until the printer prints properly.

2.7REPLACING THE PLATEN AND FEED ROLLER

CAUTION:

1.NEVER remove the four screws painted red fixing the right plate and reinforcing plate. (See Fig. 2-16)

2.The pinch roller belt assembled inside the printer does not need to be replaced because it receives less load.

1)Remove the front plate and belt cover. (See Fig. 2-6.)

2)Turn the head lever counterclockwise, then release the ribbon shaft holder plate.

Head Lever

E-ring (M3)

Hold Shaft

Ribbon Shaft Holder Plate

Fig. 2-17

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Toshiba B-570 manual Replacing the Platen and Feed Roller