2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
2.9 REPLACING THE PRINT HEAD
2.9 REPLACING THE PRINT HEAD
CAUTION:
1.Never touch the print head element when handling the print head.
2.Never touch the connector pins to avoid a breakdown of the print head by static electricity.
3.Never remove the screws which secure the print head to the bracket. Doing so may cause improper print quality.
NEVER remove these screws. | Bracket |
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Print Head |
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4.Never disassemble the head block frame. Doing so may cause a print failure, such as ribbon wrinkle, blurred print, etc.
Head Block Frame 
1)Open the top cover and raise the print head block.
2)Push the print head ass’y to the right side, lift it in the direction of the arrow, and release it from the print head fixing pin.
3)Disconnect the print head harnesses from the three connectors of the print head.
Hole |
Print Head Ass’y |
Print Head Harness |
Spring |
Print Head Fixing Pin |
Print Head Harness
5)Replace the print head with a new one, then reassemble in the reverse order of removal.
NOTES: 1. Install the print head in position by fitting its holes into the spring and print head fixing pin.
2.After replacing the print head, refer to Section 6.8 to perform a Maintenance Counter Clear.
