Encoder Strip - Brother MP-21C Service Manual

4.9.8

Encoder Strip

Note: The carriage speed adjustment must be done when Encoder strip is
replaced. See 3.2.5 Carriage Control Parameter Adjustment Mode in
Chapter 4.
<Disassembly>
(1) Push the Encoder hook using a precision screwdriver to unhook the Encoder strip.
Encoder strip
Chassis L
Encoder hook
(2) Lift up the right end of the Encoder strip using a pair of tweezers and pull it toward
the right hand side to remove the Encoder strip.
Caution: Use caution when removing the Encoder strip; its sharp edges may hurt you.
Note: DO NOT fold the Encoder strip.
DO NOT touch the Encoder strip surface; if you touch the Encoder strip
surface by accident, replace it.
Ensure the Encoder strip is clean prior to reassembly.
<Reassembly>
(1) Hook the right end of the Encoder strip on the Encoder hook.
(2) Run the encoder strip under the Carriage ASSY and hook the left end of the
Encoder strip on the Encoder hook.
Note: Make sure that the Encoder strip runs over the Encoder FFC cable presser
foot. If it runs under the presser foot, there will be a carriage error (Service
1).
Push
Fig. 3.49
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