Applying The Grease - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF5000 Series Service Manual

4) Release both printhead fixer levers[1] to flow the ink from inside the ink tube to the sub-buffer of the ink tank unit.
The sub-buffer can contain 22g of ink. About 6g of ink flows into the sub-buffer each time manual ink drainage is performed.
Make sure that the ink has been drained completely, turn the cam to close the ink supply valve.

4.4 Applying the Grease

4.4.1 Applying the Grease

Some parts require application of grease when replaced. Apply the grease(special tool) listed below.
Smear the grease lightly and evenly with a flat brush or the like.
For the printer disassembly/reassembly method, refer to DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY and parts catalog.
Do not apply the grease to locations in which not designated grease may cause poor print quality. Take particular care that grease do not get onto the wiper, cap,
and linear scale.
No. Location
1 Joint base
2 Wire roller
3 Slide roller
4 Eject roller bearing
5 Eject roller center bearing
6 Spur cam
7 Pick-up cam
a) Carriage unit
1) Joint
[2]
[1]
F-4-95
[1]
F-4-96
T-4-1
Grease type Quantity
molykote PG-641 Approx.6/12mg
molykote PG-641 Approx.5mg
molykote PG-641 Approx.12mg
molykote PG-641 Approx.12mg
molykote PG-641 Approx.12mg
molykote PG-641 Approx.20mg
molykote PG-641 Approx.12mg
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Remarks
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