(1) Turn the power switch off "O" and remove the connector cord.
(2) Disengage the link and paper feeder cover (see 3.3.1).
(3) Remove the 2 screws (1), disengage the locks at 2 locations on the upper frame (2) with a screwdriver, and remove the upper frame (2).
(4) Remove the 2 screws (3), and take out the separator assembly (4).
(5) Disengage the separator (7) from the separator bracket (6) while lifting the paper hold (5), and take out the separator (be careful not to lose the spring (8)