Replacing Parts - Brother GT-3 Series Service Manual

6. Replacing Parts

6. Replacing Parts
This chapter describes how to dismount, replace and adjust the parts.
Wait at least 5 minutes after turning off the power switch and disconnecting the power cord from the
wall outlet before opening the cover of the control unit. Do not touch as high voltage can result in
severe injury.
Setting up and moving of the printer should only be carried out by a qualified technician.
Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician to carry out any maintenance and inspection of the
electrical system.
Turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord before carrying out the following
operations. If the print button is pressed by mistake, the printer might start operating and injury could
result. .
 Inspection, adjustment and maintenance
 Replacing parts such as print heads or wiper blade
Wait at least 1 minute after turning off the power switch before opening the front cover. Do not touch
the head heat sink as it may be HOT and may cause a burn.
Be careful not to get your fingers caught when closing the front cover, otherwise it may result in injury
to your fingers.
Take care not to let the liquids: Ink, Wash Liquid, Maintenance Solution, Pretreatment or waste liquid
come into contact with your eyes or onto your skin, otherwise inflammation can result. In case of
contact with eyes, do not rub but immediately rinse the eyes with water.
Furthermore, do not drink the liquids: Ink, Wash Liquid, Maintenance Solution, Pretreatment or waste
liquid under any circumstances, as they can cause vomiting and diarrhea.
Keep the ink, waste liquid and wash liquid out of the reach of children.
If the power switch needs to be left on when carrying out some adjustment, be extremely careful to
observe all safety precautions.
Ensure there is adequate space left for safe working. The Platen moves forward while operating and
it may be injured.
Do not handle the platen while printing. If your hand gets caught between the platen or the T-shirt
tray and the covers, it may be injured.
Do not put your hands inside the covers while the printer's power is turned on, otherwise your hands
may touch against moving parts and this may result in injury.
When replacing parts and installing optional accessories, be sure to use only genuine Brother parts.
Brother will not be held responsible for any accidents or problems resulting from the use of
non-genuine parts.
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