LASER PRINTER ML-6050 QwikLaser 6050 SERVICE MANUAL LASER PRINTER CONTENTS 1. Precautions 2. Specifications 3. Reference Information 4. Disassembly and Reassembly 5. Troubleshooting 6. Exploded Views and Parts List 7. Electrical Parts List 8. Schematic Diagrams...
11. Unplug this printer from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol sprays. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 12. Do not touch the surface of the photo-sensitive drum as marks or scratches may impair print quality. Samsung Electronics...
All compo- 5. Use only anti-static solder removal device. Some sol- nents are susceptible to heat damage. der removal devices are not rated as “anti-static;”these can accumulate sufficient electrical charge to damage ESDs. Samsung Electronics...
Vp-p peak-to-peak voltage lock bus lock variable resistor Lready LSU power ready millimeter(s) Analog to Digital Converter Light Emitting Diode Address-Latch Enable Laser Scanner Unit ASCII American Standard Code for Main High Voltage Information Interchange Micro Processor Unit Samsung Electronics...
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11. Always inspect the work with a magnifying lens. proper flux and solder which can be cleaned by Check after installing cold solder joints, etc. water. Improper flux may cause the soldering area to cor- rode and may cause a fatal system error. Samsung Electronics...
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Use desoldering wire to completely remove the c. When the solder melts, grasp and remove the old solder from the part location on the board. A part with the soldering iron tips. clean pattern for installing the new part is very Samsung Electronics...
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4. Use a sharp soldering iron tip. Bring close to the part contact without actually touching it. Melt thin 6. Remove any solder bridges with desoldering wire. (0.3mm) solder between the tip and part so that it flows into the part contact. Samsung Electronics...
High Voltage Probe A high voltage probe which can measure about less than 10KV DCU (Diagnostic Control Unit) DCU can be supplied from Samsung which can easily shows the engine’s error status Table 3-4-1 Equipment List LBP DIAGNOSTIC CONTROL UNIT...
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DEV/SUPPLY HIGH VOLTAGE/PTL ON LSU OPERATING SYSTEM PICKUP CLUTCH ON PEMPTY/PWIDTH/NEW CRU TEST FEED & EXIT SENSOR TEST COVER OPEN SENSOR TEST FUSER TEST HOT BURN TEST CLEANING MODE PRINT THV(+) TRIGGER ALL HV & FAN ON THV(+) REFERENCE ON Samsung Electronics...
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3. Replace OP1, OP3 on the engine board. 4. Check the fuser roller for any dirt. If dirty, clean the roller. 1. Check for U205 on the engine board. 2. Replace LSU. 3. Measure the resistance at R62 and R8. If abnormal, replace them. Samsung Electronics...
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Reference Information Memo Samsung Electronics...
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AC100~120V/ 220~240V(±15%), 50/60Hz (±3%) Power Consumption 300W Printing Avg/14W pring sleep Power Saving During Sleep : Max 28 W Consumption Less than 30W during 1 hour when it turned on Certification & Compliance C-UL, TUV, FCC, CDRH, CE, CB Samsung Electronics...
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2M byte (8M bit x 2 : Program) Flash Memory EEPROM 512 bytes Interface Bidirectional Parallel Standard - IEEE 1284 COMPATIBLE MODE - IEEE 1284 NIBBLE MODE - IEEE 1284 BYTE MODE - IEEE 1284 ECP WITHOUT RLE - IEEE 1284 ECP WITH RLE Samsung Electronics...
Many of the parts are held in place with plastic latches. The latches break easily; release them carefully. To remove such parts, press the hook end of the latch away from the part to which it is latched. Samsung Electronics...
1. Press the cover open switch and raise the printer 3. Pull the roller slightly to the right to release the left cover. end of the roller, then take it out. 2. Use a phillips screwdriver to release the right end of the roller. Samsung Electronics...
2. Remove one screw. Slide the shield cover in the direction of OPEN arrow marked on the cover, then remove the cover. 4. Remove three screws securing the board and pull the board out of the printer. Samsung Electronics...
1. Press the cover open switch and raise the printer 4. Remove three screws from the board, and remove cover. the board. 2. Remove the panel cap. 5. Remove the Window LED and button panel LED. 3. Unplug one connector from the panel board. Samsung Electronics...
2. Remove one ground screw. Push the solenoid if you have difficulty to remove the pickup assembly. 4. Check the pickup rubber wear. If the rubber is heavily worn, replace it with a new one. Squeeze this tab to remove the rubber. Samsung Electronics...
4. Remove the panel cap inside the operator panel. -Controller Board (see page 4-3) 2. Remove two screws at the back of the printer. 5. Unplug one connector from the panel board. 3. Open the printer cover, and remove two screws. Samsung Electronics...
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3. Remove three screws, and remove the LSU. Then unplug two connectors from the LSU. -Controller Board (see page 4-3) -Main Cover (see page 4-6) 2. Remove two screws securing the fuser cover, and remove the fuser cover. Samsung Electronics...
2. Remove three screws, and remove the bracket. 5. If you want to remove the exit rollers, sqeeze the bottom of roller and take it out. 3. Remove two screws, unlatch the exit tray and take it out. Samsung Electronics...
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3. If you want to replace the fan, take the fan out. 6. Remove the motor assembly. Remove two screws securing the motor to the motor bracket, then take the motor out. Samsung Electronics...
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-Controller Board (see page 4-3) -Main Cover (see page 4-6) 2. Remove three screws, and remove the bracket. Exit Actuator 5. Remove four screws, and remove the fuser assembly. 3. Remove two screws from the SMPS bracket. 4-10 Samsung Electronics...
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To remove the thermistor from the fuser assembly : 1. Release the wire from the three holders. 2. Remove one screw, then take the thermistor out. Note: When you reassemble the thermistor, make sure that it puts in place. Samsung Electronics 4-11...
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Fuser’ and unplug four connectors. 3. Remove one screw from the engine board. 6. Remove one ground screw. 4. Turn the printer over. Remove six screws from the left and the right base brackets, and take them out. 4-12 Samsung Electronics...
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8. While you push the stopper to release the PCU shield, take the PCU shield out of the printer. To replace HV terminals : Remove the terminals. Stopper HV terminals Note: When you replace with new ones, be careful that they are inserted in place. Samsung Electronics 4-13...
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To replace the paper empty sensor : Take the sensor out while you push the both ends of the sensor inward. To replace the cover open sensor : Remove the spring and take it out. Paper empty sennsor 4-14 Samsung Electronics...
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M3 x 8 2. Turn the unit over, and remove the actuator. To replace the PTL module : Release the three tabs latching the sensor using a phillips screwdriver, then push the sensor down. Samsung Electronics 4-15...
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Release each tab latching the left and right holder, then push the holder down. To replace the thermistor assembly : Remove one screw, and remove the thermistor assembly. Note: When you reassemble the thermistor assembly, make sure that it puts in place. 4-16 Samsung Electronics...
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4-12. ROM 1. Press the cover open switch and raise the printer 3. Replace ROM using the specified jig. cover. Note: When you install a new ROM, be careful for the direction. 2. Remove the ROM cover. Samsung Electronics 4-17...
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Disassembly and Reassembly Memo 4-18 Samsung Electronics...
2. Transfer roller 3. Charge roller Cause 1. Defective develop roller or bad blade of toner cartridge. 2. Defective transfer roller or charge roller. Solution 1. Replace the toner cartridge, if defective. 2. Replace the roller defective. Remark Others Samsung Electronics...
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3. Open rear cover and check ribs in the fuser for contamination. Clean if necessary. Remark Use LSU cleaner dated after January 1997. Others If white streaks occurs fewer than 5 or 6 times, it can be considered as normal. Samsung Electronics...
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31.3 mm = Supply roller 94.2 mm = OPC drum 46 mm = Develop roller non periodical = Blade Solution 1. Check all voltages, and adjust as necessary. 2. Check for terminal contacts, and replace the cartridge, if necessary. Remark Others Samsung Electronics...
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Repeat 2 or 3 times. Run the self-test. If the same problem persists, replace the developer. 2. Clean the rollers. If problem persists, replace the Developer. 3. The transfer roller guarantees 50,000 sheets printing. If the roller’s life is expired, replace it. Remark Others Samsung Electronics...
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2. In low temperature, wait 30 minutes after printer is powered on before you start printing. 3. Check if the hopper gear is visible from the side of the developer. If not, replace the developer. 4. Check for the supply roller contact and the supply voltage. Remark Others Samsung Electronics...
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Remark Check the charge voltage (MHV) at : U201; while operating, #10/#9 2.5~2.9V, #8 5.5~8.5V while idling, #9 2.7V, #10/#8 0V Q201 operating voltage; Base 2~2.5V, Emitter 0~1V, Collector 30~60V U203; #1 0V input, #2 0V output Others Samsung Electronics...
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2. Check if contrast mode is set to ‘Light’. If not, change the install position of the printer or attach OPC cover sheet (P/No: JC72-49093A). Remark Bias and supply voltage check point: U203; #9 pulse input, #8 pulse output Others Samsung Electronics...
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(Perform DCU diagnostic code ‘04’ to measure the voltage). Solution 1-1. Check the following parts : U201(KA324), Q204(D526-Y), T204, U203 (SN7407N), resistors, diodes in the output and feedback area. 1-2. Refer to the following information. U203(7407N)’s pin #1; pulse input, pin #2; pulse output. Remark Others Samsung Electronics...
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U201(KA324), Q204(D526-Y), T204, U203 (SN7407N) resistors, diodes in the output and feedback area. 1-2. Refer to the following information. U203(7407N)’s pin #9; pulse input, pin #8; pulse output. 1-3. Check developer contacts for contamination by toner particles. Remark Others 5-10 Samsung Electronics...
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2. The toner level is not even on the developer roller due to the bad blade. Solution 1. Replace defective holder or springs. Adjust the transfer voltage. 2. Replace the developer cartridge. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-11...
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1-3. Refer to Error Codes 1-090 and 1-091. 2. Use a recommended type of recording paper. 3. If the printer is under abnormal ambient condition for a long time, print errors may occur. Improve the operating environment. 4. Replace the toner cartridge. Remark Others 5-12 Samsung Electronics...
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2. After replacing the transfer roller, make sure the transfer voltage is normal. 3. Use a recommended type of recording paper. 4. Check for the PTL operation, and if required, check for the main board. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-13...
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1. Abnormal low temperature and humidity. In this case, ghost occurs on the entire page and the print density is too light. Solution 1. If the operating temperature and relative humidity are too low, try waiting about 1 hour after power on before using printer. Remark Others 5-14 Samsung Electronics...
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U201(KA324), Q207(A708), Q202(KSD526-Y), T201, U203 (SN7407), resistors, or diodes in the output and feedback area. Remark Others In case of no minus transfer output voltage, image quality may be poor, and background may occur in the printing. Samsung Electronics 5-15...
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1. Select ‘Thick Mode’ on paper type menu from software application to print on card stock or transparencies. 2. If the transfer voltage in the engine board is out of specification, refer to Error Code 1-091 Remark Others 5-16 Samsung Electronics...
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Solution Open the rear cover and check if the heat roller is stained. If stained, disassemble the fuser and clean the rollers with soft cloth dampened with alcohol. If ghost still occurs, replace the fuser. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-17...
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2. Abnormal transfer voltage or bad contact of the transfer roller Solution 1. Measure the weight of the developer and replace if the weight is less than 960g +/-20g. 2. Check the supply voltage and adjust if necessary. Check for the contact. Remark Others 5-18 Samsung Electronics...
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3-2. Measure the transfer voltage. If the voltage is abnormal, disassemble the main board and clean the components stained with toner or paper particles. 3-3. Measure the weight of the developer. If the weight is less than 960 g ±20 g, replace the developer. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-19...
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1. Clean the unit thoroughly. If problems still occurs, replace the developer. 2. If the roller is shorter than the recording paper or the roller is severely stained, replace the roller. 3. Clean the contaminated components. Remark Others 5-20 Samsung Electronics...
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1. Transfer roller is contaminated. 2. Abnormal (+) (-) transfer voltage, or cleaning voltage. 3. Defective transfer roller Solution 1. Clean the transfer roller thoroughly. Replace if contaminated severely. 2. Adjust the voltages. 3. Replace if necessary. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-21...
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1. GND OPC is not well grounded. 2. Seal tape is not removed. 3. Low toner Solution 1. Repair or replace the GND terminal. 2. Remove the seal tape. 3. Shake the toner cartridge and print. Or replace with new one. Remark Others 5-22 Samsung Electronics...
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2. If blank page is printed one time or continuously, check that the video controller oscillates properly at 47.7789 MHz. (lower than 0.75V, higher than 3.5V) 3. If blank pages prints continuously when the printer turns on, check the CPU works properly, and replace if defective. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-23...
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3. Defective CPU in the video controller. Solution 1. Check that the port and related parts are properly connected or soldered. 2. Check the oscillators (47.7789 MHz, 50MHz) on the video controller. 3. Replace the CPU on the video controller. Remark Others 5-24 Samsung Electronics...
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When printing on xerographic paper from cassette, the printed image is diffused. Check Engine board Cause Defective the fuser (Heat lamp) control circuit in the engine board. Solution Refer to solution 2-1 under Error Code 3-011. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-25...
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1-1. Select ‘Thick Mode’ on paper type menu from the software application to print on card stock or transparencies. 1-2. Check the fuser control circuit. Refer to Solution 2-1 under Error Code 3-011. 2. Check the transfer voltage and adjust if necessary. Remark Others 5-26 Samsung Electronics...
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2. Reassemble or replace the LSU. Reassemble or replace the pick-up ass’y. Reassemble or replace the defective mechanical parts. (for example, Bracket-dust). 3. Replace the solenoid. Check OP1. Check the Vedio Controller or its connection. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-27...
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0.7V. One side of R15 in OP1 transmitter should be 5V, and the other end 1.2V. If normal, check OP1 receiver. If not shorted, replace CPU. 3. Replace the cassette, if damaged. Remark Others 5-28 Samsung Electronics...
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1-2. Check OP contacts. In operating mode, U6 (74HC245) pin#13 should be below 0.7V. If not, check OP3 contact resistance. Replace OP3 if over 100 ohms. If the switch works normally, check R30. If defective, replace the exit sensor actuator. 2. In case of multi feeding, refer to Error Code 2-050. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-29...
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1-2. Check the exit sensor OP3 contact and related parts. Refer to Error Code 2-030. 2. If the paper is stuck in the fuser, disassemble the fuser and remove the jammed paper, and clean the surface of the pressure roller with soft cloth, dampened with alcohol. Remark Others 5-30 Samsung Electronics...
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2. If the clutch works properly, but the armature does not engage the pick-up housing in the pick-up ass’y, bend the armature to pick up properly. Remark The feed clutch spring has 40 turns. A pad is attached to solenoid yoke, the armature angle is 90 degrees. Others Samsung Electronics 5-31...
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2-2. Check the overheat circuit. When U5 pin 7 is below 0.5V, the overheat circuit should activate and the lamp turns off. In normal mode, pin 6 is approximately 2.6V, pin 5 is over 2.6V, and pin 7 is over 4V. If not, check all related parts. Remark Others 5-32 Samsung Electronics...
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2-3. Replace PC151 if pin 4 and 6 are short. 2-4. Replace Q101 if T1 and T2 are short. 3. Check if the overheat circuit works properly : Refer to the solution 2-2 under ‘Error Code 3-010’. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-33...
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(2) When you press UP key with DCU code ‘05’, if ON and OFF lamps do not turn on, check CPU pin 28 and 41, and their related parts. Normally pin 28 is over 3.5V when high, and below 0.7V when low. If the transformer works normally, replace CPU. Remark Others Q3, U3, CN3, SW151 5-34 Samsung Electronics...
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2-2. One end of R24 in the transmitter of OP2 should be 5V, and the other end 1.2V. 2-3. If the related resistors are good, check for short circuit of OP2 receiver. If OP2 is normal, replace U6 (74HC245). Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-35...
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2-2. Check D4 anode when SW151 is pressed. D4 anode will be below 3.5V when SW151 is open. Check for R38 and R39, and replace if defective. 2-3. If D4 anode is over 3.5V, check if CPU pin 48 is short. If not, replace CPU. 3. Replace the defective actuator. Remark Others 5-36 Samsung Electronics...
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-If all are normal, check CPU pin 55. If OK, replace CPU. 2-2. Check for X1 oscillation (6.94407MHz). 2-3. Replace EPROM in the engine board, if defective. 2-4. If all above are OK, replace CPU. Remark Others U4, U202, Q9 Samsung Electronics 5-37...
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Troubleshooting Error code 3-060 Fault Model ML-xxxx Memory Overflow Description When printing, error message is printed out. Check Control board Cause Insufficient printer memory. Solution Install optional SIMM memory in the control board. Remark Others 5-38 Samsung Electronics...
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2-2. With DCU code ‘00’, check for pulse at U1 pin 8 and pin 13. Or, check the related parts. 2-3. With DCU code ‘00’, check U1 pin 4 and pin 17 are over 4V. If the pins are below 1V, check R424. 2-4. If all above are OK, replace U1. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-39...
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2. Foreign materials in the fuser gear or developer Solution 1-1. Replace the LSU, if defective. 1-2. Check the main motor bracket or its wiring harness. 1-3. Check pick-up ass’y rolls. 2. Reassemble or replace the fuser and developer if defective. Remark Others 5-40 Samsung Electronics...
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3. Check F151 on the engine board. If open, measure the resistance between 5V and ground. If it is below 50 ohm, it is short. 4. Check F101 on the engine board. If open, check also : - R114 open - Q102, D-S, G-D, or G-S short - Defective BD101 Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-41...
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1. For LSU, +24V supply is unstable in the engine board. 2. Difference according to LSU vendors Solution • Check the capacitor between CN 3 pin 5 and +24V is 100nF. • Check the resistor R63 (12.1Kohm). • Replace LSU. • Replace the main board. Remark Others 5-42 Samsung Electronics...
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2. LSU error 3. Bad connection between engine board and control board. Solution 1. Replace the fuser. 2. Replace the LSU. 3. Check the wiring between the engine board and the control board. 4. Replace engine board. Remark Others Samsung Electronics 5-43...
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Fault Model ML-xxxx Jitter Description When printing, image is irregular. Check LSU, Motor bracket Cause 1. LSU hexahedron period 2. Defective motor bracket gears Solution 1. Replace the LSU. 2. Replace the motor bracket ass’y. Remark Others 5-44 Samsung Electronics...
Exploded Views and Parts Lists 6-1. Main Exploded View Samsung Electronics...
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ELA HOU-CONTROLLER_K JC96-00982A O (220V) JC96-00982B O (110V) PRO-COVER_SIMM JC72-41224A IPR-SHIELD SIMM JC70-10234A MEC-BRKT, BASE JC75-10920B ELA HOU-ENG B’D(220) JC96-01228A O (220V) ELA HOU-ENG B’D(110) JC96-01236A O (110V) Note •110V : for QwikLaser 6050 •220V : for ML-6050 Samsung Electronics...
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Exploded Views and Parts Lists 6-2. Cover Exploded View Samsung Electronics...
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6107-000117 SPRING-COVER OPEN, R JC61-70945A COVER-FRONT, LED JC72-41215F X (220V) COVER-FRONT, XAR JC72-41215E X (110V) WINDOW-LED JC72-41397A BUTTON-PANEL, LED JC72-41219A PBA-PANEL, LED JC92-00346A CAP-PANEL WIRE JC72-41222A SCREW-TAPTITE 6003-000002 Note •110V : for QwikLaser 6050 •220V : for ML-6050 Samsung Electronics...