Disassembling And Assembling Methods; Required Tools; Disassembling Procedure; Before Starting Disassembling - Citizen iDP3240 Service Manual

2. DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING
METHODS
The following precautions should be adhered to at the time of maintenance.
(1) Do not disassemble, assemble or adjust the printer if it is operating satisfactorily. In particular,
do not carelessly loosen the screws holding various parts in place.
(2) Following inspection, perform a check to ensure that everything is in order before turning ON
the power.
(3) Never allow the printer to print without paper placed in it.
(4) Check that recording paper and platen roller are placed correctly.
(5) When servicing, be sure not to leave used parts or screws, etc. inside the printer.
(6) When handling the thermal head, do not wear gloves, etc. likely to generate static electricity.
(7) When disassembling or assembling, inspect cords and boards for damage and be sure not to
route cords in unreasonable fashion or fasten them in unreasonable positions.

2.1 Required tools

• Philips and flat-end screwdrivers #1, #2.
• A pair of tweezers
• A pair of suitable pliers

2.2 Disassembling procedure

2.2.1 Before starting disassembling:

(1) Remove the paper roll from the printer.
(2) Disconnect the AC adapter and the cable connected on
the back of the printer from the respective connectors.

2.2.2 Remove the printer cover:

(1) Placing your finger in the small hollow on each side of
the printer cover, open it upward.
(2) Pushing the cover hinges inwards, remove the printer
cover from the upper cover.
Printer cover
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