Replacing Black Tape On Platform - MUTOH Rockhopper II series Maintenance Manual

4.7.7 Replacing black tape on platform

This black tape optimizes the media detection.
A damaged or faded black tape could cause the printer not to recognize the edge of the media during
loading / detection of media. This is the result of an insufficient reflection difference between the media and
the print platform.
Check if the black tape is not damaged or faded. To check the reflection, please check the media sensor
when no media is loaded.
Notes :
In case of a damaged or faded black tape, you have to stick a new black tape onto the print platform. This
black tape can be ordered with Mutoh Europe's order entry department.
To stick the black tape onto the print platform, please follow the instructions mentioned below.
Important :
Before replacing parts, be sure to perform the following operations:
Step 1: Remove the damaged or faded black tape.
Step 2: Degrease the print platform.
Notes :
Step 3: Stick the new black tape onto the print platform, between the middle row and rear row of vacuum
holes.
1 = vacuum holes
The adjustment value is as follows.
LOW level (without media) A/D value
•
In hexadecimal number : 30 to 0 (H)
•
In decimal number : 48 to 0 (H)
Turn the machine power OFF.
Remove the product's electrical plug from the socket. Otherwise, you may
suffer electric shock or the machine's electric circuits may be damaged.
Disconnect all cables from the machine. Not doing so could cause damage to
the printer.
Make sure the print platform is cleaned properly. Dust, glue and other parts must be
removed.
Rockhopper II series printers – Maintenance Manual
2 = black tape
105 AP-74065, Rev. 1.2, 27/09/04