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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A CUTTING PRO FC3100-60 SERVICE MANUAL The specifications, etc., in this manual are subject to change without notice. Irvine, California U.S.A. - 1 -...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION Notes on Installation and Use ……………………………………………………….. 1-1 1.1.1 Notes on Installation …………………………………………………………. 1-1 1.1.2 Notes on Use …………………………………………………………………. 1-2 Daily Maintenance and Storage ……………………………………………………. 1-3 1.2.1 Daily Maintenance …………………………………………………………… 1-3 1.2.2 Storing your Plotter …………………………………………………………..
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.9 Replacing the X Motor and X Motor Pulley ..……………………………….. 4-26 4.2.10 Replacing the Y Motor and Y Motor Pulley ..……………………………….. 4-28 4.2.11 Replacing the X Drive Pulley ……..…………………………………………. 4-30 4.2.12 Replacing the Y Drive Pulley ……..…………………………………………. 4-30 4.2.13 Replacing the Y Tension Pulley …..……….………………………………….
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 6. TEMPORARY MEASURES FOR A SENSOR MALFUNCTION Method 1 …………………………………………………………………………….. 6-1 Method 2 …………………………………………………………………………….. 6-1 Method 3 ……….……………………………………………………………………. 6-2 Method 4 ……….……………………………………………………………………. 6-3 7. TROUBLESHOOTING The Cutting Results are Unsatisfactory ..….………………………………………….. 7-1 8. DISASSEMBLY DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LISTS Mainframe .……………………………………………………………………………8-1 Y Drive Section ………………………………………………………………………...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Notes on Installation and Use 1.1.1 Notes on Installation • Avoid use or storage of the plotter in places subject to direct sunlight or the direct draft from air- conditioning systems. •...
• Make sure your computer and power sources are adequately grounded (the RS-232C interface cable should meet the CCITT V24, EIA RS-232C standards. Graphtec's RS-232C serial interface conforms to the EIA standard.) Inadequate grounding may result in severe damage to your plotter or computer and constitute misuse of the plotter.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 1.2 Daily Maintenance and Storage 1.2.1 Daily Maintenance During the course of daily plotter operation, be sure to observe the following precautions. • Never lubricate the mechanisms of the plotter. • If the plotter's casing becomes dirty, wipe the soiled areas using a dry cloth or a cloth that has been moistened in a neutral detergent diluted with water.
External dimensions approx. 860 (W) x 622 (D) x 310 (H) mm Weight approx. 22 kg *1 When using Graphtec-specified film *2 HP-GL is a trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company *3 Use CB15U-K30 blades to cut sandblast rubber 1 - 4...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 1.3.2 Options Item Model no. Contents Stand ST1001 With basket Pouncing tool set PPA31-TP12 Pouncing plunger Pouncing pin Pouncing mats 1.4 External Dimensions FC3100-60 unit: mm 1 - 5...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A FC3100-60 with Stand Option Unit: mm 1 - 6...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 2. BASIC OPERATION 2.1 Control Panel Indicator Lamps • The POWER lamp remains lit (green) while the plotter is on. • The PROMPT lamp lights (red) when the plotter receives data that will cause the pen carriage to move outside the effective cutting area or receives the "Prompt Light"...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A TEST key Runs a cutting test to check whether the currently selected cutting conditions are compatible with the medium loaded. ORIGIN Key Used to move the origin point. To reset the plotter, concurrently press the [ ENTER ] and [ ORIGIN ] keys. COPY Key Used to repeat the cutting operation defined by the data in the plotter's receive buffer.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 2.2 Selecting a Function Menu When the plotter is in PAUSE mode (the PAUSE lamp is lit), each of the functions listed below in the "Function selection" column can be accessed by pressing the [ NEXT ] key until the desired menu appears and then pressing the numeric key indicated by a box.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Setting the Multilingual Display Your plotter's display can be set to one of six different languages. When turning on the plotter, hold down the panel key corresponding to the desired language as listed in the table below. Panel Key Language selected Japanese...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A The prompt message below appears. To select DUMP mode, press the [ 2 ] key to shift the blinking cursor next to ON. If you decide not to select DUMP mode, press the [ 4 ] key to shift the blinking cursor to OFF. ↓...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 2.4 Running the Self Test Your plotter is provided with a self test function that enables it to check its own functions. Because a correctly drawn self test pattern signifies that all of the functions of the plotter (excluding the interface settings) have been tested and found normal, this function is useful for determining whether the source of a problem lies in the plotter itself or in the connection between the plotter and computer.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 2.5 Listing the Cutting Conditions The CONDITI0N function lets you print a list of the settings of the four groups of cutting conditions, so you can check all of your current settings at a glance. Warning : The pen starts moving as soon as the CONDITION function is selected by pressing the [ 2 ] key.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Sample printout by the CONDITION function 2 - 8...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 2.6 Using the Special Functions Your plotter is also equipped with the special functions described below. • ":"/";" Command Control (":",";" COMMAND) [GP-GL command mode] When the GP-GL command mode is selected, set this function to enable or disable the recognition of ":" and ";"...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A • Pen UP Movement Control (PEN UP MOVE) When the plotter receives commands that specify consecutive pen movements in raised status, this function determines whether to move the pen to each coordinate point or to move the pen directly to the final coordinate point.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Procedure While holding down the [ ⇓ ] key, turn on the plotter. The special functions are displayed in the sequence shown below. In GP-GL command mode In HP-GL command mode To change the setting of the displayed menu, press the [ 2 ] or [ 4 ] key. To register the selected setting and proceed to the next menu, press the [ ENTER ] key.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 2.7 Setting the Serial Interface To enable prompt compatibility with multiple software applications, you can register three different groups of interface settings (RS-1, RS-2, and RS-3) in the plotter's non-volatile RAM. The desired group of RS-232C interface settings can later be easily loaded from the control panel.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Consecutively press the [ ⇑ ] or [ ⇓ ] key to cycle through the available choices in the sequence below. → No.=1 ↔ No.=2 ↔ No.=3 ← |_________________________| When the number of the desired group is displayed, press the [ ENTER ] key. The menu similar to the example below appears.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 2.8 Selecting the Command Mode This function selects the command mode for the plotter. Note : Be sure to set the command mode to match the command mode setting of your software application. Procedure [ PAUSE ] : Press the [ PAUSE ] key to select PAUSE mode.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 2.9 Setting the Programmable Resolution When GP-GL command mode is selected, this function lets you set the distance of pen movement corresponding to the coordinate value of 1. When HP-GLTM command mode is selected, this function is not displayed. Note : Be sure to set the programmable resolution to match the corresponding setting of your software application.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 2.10 Centronics-Compatible Parallel Interface This eight-bit Centronics-compatible parallel interface is generally used for interfacing printers. The input data signals are grouped into the eight bits of the DATA signals (DB0 to DB7), and each group of eight DATA signals is followed by the input of an active-LOW STROBE signal.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Input / Output Timing Chart Compatible Connectors Plotter end: FCN685JO36-L/Y (FUJITSU) Cable end: 57-30360 (DDK) Pin Assignment of the Parallel Connector The pin assignment of the Centronics-compatible parallel interface connector is described below. Pin No. Signal Name Pin No.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 2.11 RS-232C Serial Interface The RS-232C serial interface of your plotter conforms to the RS-232C Standard of the Electronic Industries Association (EIA). This serial interface performs the serial transfer of digital binary data, control signals, and SYNC signals. Specifications Standard CCITT V.24, EIA RS-232C, JIS X5101...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 3. USING CUTTER PENS AND SETTING CUTTING CONDITIONS 3.1 Types of Cutter Blades and Their Features Blade part number and Diameter and Plunger part Applications and features type blade offset value number CB09UA Diameter PHP32-CB09 Standard blade...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 3.2 Cutter Pen Nomenclature Warning : To avoid injury, handle the cutter blades carefully. • Structure of the PHP32-CB09 Cutter Pen (for cutter blades of 0.9 mm diameter) * The CB09UA super-steel blade is shown in the figure above. •...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 3.3 Replacing the Cutter Blade Warning : To avoid injury, handle the cutter blades carefully. Various types of plunger are available which correspond to the diameter and type of the blade used. Check the cutter blade you are going to use and its appropriate cutter offset value against the table below. Cutter pen Color Compatible blade...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A • PHP31-CB15 cutter pen for ceramic and sapphire blades (1) Remove holder (B) by turning the blade length adjustment knob in the counterclockwise direction. (2) Remove the blade from holder (A). (3) With the tip of holder (A) facing downward as shown, insert the new blade.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 3.4 Adjusting the Blade Length Caution : Make sure to correctly adjust the blade length. If the blade length is too long for the thickness of the medium being used, you may cut through the cutting mat and damage the plotter. •...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 3.5 Attaching the Cutter Pen Warning : The tip at the cutter blade is sharp. When handling the cutter pen, be careful to avoid injuring yourself. (1) Loosen the screw securing the pen holder. While pressing the pen holder upward, push the cutter pen all the way into the holder until it contacts the pen stopper.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 3.6 Achieving Optimum Cutting Results The quality of cutting operations is determined by the settings of the five parameters below. • Blade length Adjust the blade length according to the thickness of the medium (see Section 3.4, "Adjusting the Blade Length").
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A The table below lists sample CUTTER OFFSET settings in case the blade type is set to OTHER. Actual blade type CUTTER OFFSET value CB09UA CB15-10U CB15U CB15U-SP CB15U-K30 CB15U-K30-SP CB15-10C CB15-05S 3 - 8...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4. MECHANISMS 4.1 Removing the Outer Casing 4.1.1 Removing the Left and Right Side Covers (1) Remove the left and right side covers as shown in Figs.4-1 and 4-2. • Four M4 x L6 bind-head screws (black) each Fig.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.1.2 Removing the Front and Rear Guides (1) Remove the screws from the front and rear guides as shown in Figs.4-3 and 4-4. • Three M3 x L6 pan-head with flat washer screws (black) each Fig.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.1.3 Removing the Top Cover (1) Remove the side covers (see Subsection 4.1.1). (2) At the PR216012 relay board, disconnect the FPC (Flexible Printed-Circuit) cable and the cable from the P22 connector as shown in Fig.4-7. Fig.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.1.4 Removing the Control Panel Base (1) Remove the right side cover (see Subsection 4.1.1). (2) Remove the top cover (see Subsection 4.1.3). (3) As shown in Fig.4-10, remove the control panel base while making sure to avoid damaging the FPC cable and other cables.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2 Replacing and Adjusting the Mechanisms 4.2.1 Replacing the Interconnection Board (PR216012: Cam Sensor) (1) Remove the right side cover (see Subsection 4.1.1). (2) Disconnect the five cables from the PR216012 relay board, making sure not to damage the FPC cable. (3) As shown in Fig.4-11, remove the relay board.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (4) As shown in Fig.4-13, remove the 60A FPC cable holder. • Two M2 x L4 bind-head screws Fig. 4-13 (5) As shown in Fig.4-14, disconnect the pen block FPC cable from the PR216013 pen board's J32 connector.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.3 Replacing and Adjusting the Y Slider Belt Replacing the Y Slider Belt (1) Remove the left and right side covers (see Subsection 4.1.1). (2) Remove the top cover (see Subsection 4.1.3). (3) As shown in Fig.4-16, loosen the spring adjustment plate. •...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (6) As shown in Fig.4-18, remove the two B belt stays from the top of the Y slider belt. • Four M3 x L6 pan-head with flat washer screws Fig. 4-18 (7) Remove the Y slider belt as shown in Fig.4-19. * Be careful not to drop the Y tension pulley as it may become damaged.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A * When securing each end of the Y slider belt, make sure it is not slanted and is positioned at the approximate center of the B belt stay. Fig. 4-21 * Secure the ends of the Y slider belt with a tightening torque of 8 kg-cm. This is to prevent malfunction of the circuit boards at low temperatures and to ensure electrical contact between the Y slider and the Y slider belt.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Adjusting the Y Slider Belt's Tension (1) Perform Steps (1) through (4) of the preceding "Replacing the Y Slider Belt." (2) As shown in Fig.4-23, slide the Y slider against the right side plate. Fig.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A • As shown in Fig.4-26, adjust the tension using the M4 x L15 socket-head cap screw. Fig. 4-26 * When the Y slider belt has been mounted for a long time, the possible range of adjustment becomes smaller.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.4 Replacing and Adjusting the Y Drive Belt (120TN15-10.0W) Replacing the Y Drive Belt (1) Remove the right side cover (see Subsection 4.1.1). (2) Remove the top cover (see Subsection 4.1.3). (3) Remove the PR216012 relay board (see Subsection 4.2.2). (4) Remove the Y slider belt (see Subsection 4.2.3).
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Adjusting the Y Drive Belt's Tension (1) Perform Steps (1) through (3) of the preceding "Replacing the Y Drive Belt." (2) As shown in Fig.4-30, loosen the tension of the Y motor. • Four M3 x L8 pan-head with flat washer screws Fig.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.5 Replacing and Adjusting the X Drive Belt (120TN15-10.0W) Replacing the X Drive Belt (1) Remove the left side cover (see Subsection 4.1.1). (2) As shown in Fig.4-32, loosen the tension of the X drive belt. •...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Adjusting the X Drive Belt's Tension (1) Loosen the belt's tension as described in the preceding "Replacing the X Drive Belt." (2) As shown in Fig.4-34, push downward on the X motor pulley using a 5 kgf push-pull gauge. •...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.6 Adjusting the Y Slider Assembly Adjusting the Y Slider Roller Pressure (1) Remove the top cover (see Subsection 4.1.3). (2) As shown in Figs.4-35 and 4-36, disconnect the Y FPC cable and pen block FPC cable from the PR216013 pen board.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (5) As shown in Fig.4-38, reduce the pressure applied by the rollers at the rear of the Y slider. • Two M3 x L6 bind-head screws and two tooth lock washers * Note that the BB mounting plate may be stuck to the Y slider by adhesive used to secure the screws. Fig.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (8) Check that there is no play in the Y slider (see the following "Checking the Y Slider Roller Pressure"). (9) To mount the Y slider assembly, reverse the preceding procedure. Checking the Y Slider Roller Pressure Using the procedure described below, check that there is no play in the Y slider.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.7 Replacing and Adjusting the Push Roller Arm Assembly Replacing a Push Roller (1) As shown in Fig.4-43, remove the two E clips. • Be sure not to lose them. Fig. 4-43 (2) Remove the push roller pin as shown in Fig.4-44. •...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Adjusting the Push Force (1) Remove the top cover (see Subsection 4.1.3). (2) As shown in Fig.4-45, attach the stainless steel plate jig (part no. 462500002). • Ensure that the push roller is above the grit roller. Fig.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (5) If the push force is outside the specified range, adjust it as follows. • To raise the push force: Turn the lower nut so that it descends, then secure the upper nut accordingly. •...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.8 Replacing and Adjusting the Pen Block Replacing the Pen Block (1) Remove the top cover (see Subsection 4.1.3). (2) Remove the pen block cover as shown in Fig.4-50. • Two M2 x L8 bind-head screws Fig.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (6) To attach the pen block, reverse the procedure while paying attention to the following points. * Attach a ceramic pen and ensure a clearance of 3 mm (nominal error: +0.3 mm, -0 mm) between the cutting mat's upper surface and the ten tip.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Adjusting the Slide Arm Pressure (Pen Block Play) (1) Remove the pen block cover. • Two M2 x L8 bind-head screws (2) Loosen the offset pin as shown in Fig.4-56. • One M2 x L6 set screw Fig.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A • As shown in Fig.4-59, lower the pen by pushing the slide am downward with your finger as you check that the bearing does not idle. Fig. 4-59 (5) If the check results are satisfactory, secure the offset pin in place. •...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.9 Replacing the X Motor and X Motor Pulley Replacing the X Motor (1) Remove the side covers (see Subsection 4.1.1). (2) Remove the rear guide (see Subsection 4.1.2). (3) Loosen the tension of the X drive belt. * Structurally, the screwdriver contacts the chassis and synchro belt.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Replacing the X Motor Pulley (1) Perform Steps (1) through (3) of "Replacing the X Motor". (2) Remove the X drive belt (see Subsection 4.2.5). (3) Remove the X motor pulley as shown in Fig.4-62. * Be sure not to lose the set screws.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.10 Replacing the Y Motor and Y Motor Pulley Replacing the Y Motor (1) Perform Steps (1) through (4) of "Replacing the Y Drive Belt" in Subsection 4.2.4. (2) Remove the Y motor as shown in Fig.4-64. * Be careful not to damage the Y motor pulley.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Replacing the Y Motor Pulley (1) Perform Steps (1) through (4) of "Replacing the Y Drive Belt" in Subsection 4.2.4. (2) Remove the Y motor as shown in Fig.4-66. * Be careful not to damage the Y motor pulley. * Four M3 x L8 pan-head with flat washer screws Fig.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.11 Replacing the X Drive Pulley (1) Remove the X drive belt (see Subsection 4.2.5). (2) Remove the X drive pulley as shown in Fig.4-63. * Be sure not to lose its set screws. * The X drive pulley may be hard to remove.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.13 Replacing the Y Tension Pulley (1) Remove the Y slider belt (see Subsection 4.2.3). (2) Remove the Y tension pulley. * Be careful that the Y tension pulley does not fall off when the Y slider belt is removed as shown in Fig.4-70.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.14 Replacing the Y Flexible Printed-Circuit Cable Removing the Y FPC Cable (1) Remove the right side cover (see Subsection 4.1.1). (2) Remove the top cover (see Subsection 4.1.3). (3) Remove the FPC cable bracket. •...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Mounting the Y FPC Cable (1) While comparing the new Y FPC cable with the old one, fold it according to the dimensions shown in Fig.4-73. Fig. 4-73 (2) Attach double-sided tape to the FPC cable bracket as shown in Fig.4-74. Fig.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (4) When securing the Y FPC cable with fixing tape as shown in Fig.4-77, face the Y FPC cable slightly toward the plotter. Fig. 4-77 (5) Mount the FPC cable bracket to the Y slider. (6) As shown in Fig.4-78, attach double-sided tape to the Y bar at two points for securing the Y FPC cable.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.15 Replacing the Front and Rear Paper Size Sensors (1) Remove the front and rear guides (see Subsection 4.1.2). (2) As shown in Fig.4-80, disconnect one connector each from the front and rear paper size sensors. Fig.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.16 Replacing the LCD Panel (1) As shown in Fig.4-83, remove the control panel base (see Subsection 4.1.4). * Be careful not to damage the FPC cables. • Five M3 x L6 bind-head screws Fig.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.17 Replacing the Control Panel Sheet (1) Remove the control panel base (see Subsection 4.1.4). (2) Pull off the control panel sheet as shown in Fig.4-86. Fig. 4-86 (3) Use alcohol to remove any adhesive remaining on the control panel base. (4) To attach the control panel sheet, reverse the above procedure.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.18 Replacing the Main Board (PR216001) (1) Remove the front and rear guides (see Subsection 4.1.2). (2) Disconnect all cables attached to the main board's connectors. (3) As shown in Fig.4-88, remove the screws from the interface connectors. •...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.19 Replacing the Power Unit (PS089A) (1) Remove the front and rear guides (see Subsection 4.1.2). (2) Disconnect the power unit's J15 connector. (3) Remove the power unit as shown in Fig.4-90. * Be careful not to damage the board spacers, shown in Fig.4-91, which are attached to the power unit's bottom surface.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.20 Replacing the ROM Chips (1) Check that the power cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet. (2) Remove the front guide (see Subsection 4.1.2). (3) As shown in Fig.4-93, remove both ROM chips using a flat blade screwdriver. * Do not insert the screwdriver beneath the IC socket.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.2.21 Tightening the Drive Rollers Further tighten the drive rollers if film or other media is being fed at an angle due to loose set-screws of the drive rollers. As shown in Fig.4-95, use a 1 mm hex wrench to tighten the set-screws from the openings in the standard stays.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.3 Removing the Mechanisms 4.3.1 Components Not to be Removed The following components are only to be removed at the factory. • Push roller arm assembly • Main unit (chassis) • Y bar • Standard stays •...
For best results with your plotter in long length cutting, please follow all instructions carefully and assemble the Film Stocker to your GRAPHTEC FC3100-60 Cutting Plotter on a large, flat surface. 4.4.2 Assembling the Accuload...
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Placing the Plotter on the Film Stocker Note : If your plotter Is to be mounted to a GRAPHTEC plotter stand, attach the film stocker assembly to the plotter stand before placing the plotter on the Film Stocker. The hardware required and assembly instructions will be included in the stand accessory shipping carton.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Temporarily Secure the Film Stocker Brackets (1) Temporarily secure the Film Stocker Bracket to the Left Side Plate of the plotter using two M4 x 10mm Flat Head Screws. (2) Temporarily secure the Film Stocker Bracket to the Right Side Plate using the same hardware. Fig.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (2) To prevent skewing the Film Stocker Assembly during final assembly, tighten the screws in the following order: 1. Tighten the Right Front screws. 2. Tighten the Left Front screws. 3. Tighten the Right Middle screws 4.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (5) Adjust both front and rear roll guides until they are the same distance from the media bracket edge. (6) Secure both the front and rear roll guides in place using the M4 Thumb Screw. Fig.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Holding Down the Film (1) Raise the film lever to lower the push rollers onto the film to hold it in place. Fig. 4-107 Turning On the Power (1) Turn on the plotter by pressing the “I” side of the power switch. Fig.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.5 The Stand and Media Basket Option 4.5.1 Overview This Stand and Media Basket option was designed to keep media clean and reduce media handling problems caused by debris adhering to media. 4.5.2 Assembling the Stand Assembly Area : Assemble the Stand on a secure, flat surface.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (3) Repeat the process to install the Left Side Vertical Support. Fig. 4-111 (4) Invert Assembly. (5) Invert the Right Side Base and attach to the Right Side Vertical Support using 3 M6 x 8mm screws and the Hex Key.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (7) To prevent skewing the Stand Assembly during final assembly, tighten the screws in the following order: 1. Tighten the 2 Lower Left screws. 2. Tighten the 2 Lower Right screws. 3. Tighten the 2 Middle Left screws. 4.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Caution : Do not install the plotter on to the Accuload Film Stocker Bracket before installing the Film Stocker Bracket on to the Stand. The extra weight from the plotter may cause the unit to become unstable.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (3) To prevent skewing the Film Stocker Assembly during final assembly, tighten the screws in the following order: 1. Tighten the Front Right screws. 2. Tighten the Front Left screws. 3. Tighten the Middle Right screws. 4.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (6) Refer to step 3 & 4 in the Film Stocker Assembly Instructions. (7) Return the Roller Bars to the Media Bracket. Fig. 4-122 4.5.4 Assembling the Media Basket Assembling the Media Basket (1) Place the Left Side Basket on it's side with the five wire ends facing right. Fig.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (4) Slide each of the five Right Side Basket wire ends into the open Basket Tubes on the Left Side Basket. Fig. 4-125 (5) Gently rock and slide the Right and Left Side Baskets together until both halves are completely seated on all five Basket Tubes.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (3) Install the Rear Media Basket as shown. Fig. 4-129 4 - 56...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 4.6 The Pounce Tool Option 4.6.1 Replacing the Pouncing Pin Special Precautions : The plotter uses a special pouncing cartridge and mat. Observe the following precautions, whenever handling the pounce tool to prevent operator injury: •...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (4) Remove the sleeve by turning the retainer clockwise. Place the sleeve on its end to prevent the sleeve from rolling away. Fig. 4-133 Replacing the Pouncing Pin (1) Locate the M2 set screw and the hex key provided in your kit. Use the hex key to loosen the set screw. Turn the hex key counterclockwise 2 or 3 turns.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (2) Install the plastic body of the pounce tool by slipping it on to the bottom of the pounce tool. Fig. 4-138 (3) Install the cap at the top of the pounce tool by turning the cap clockwise until snug. Adjusting the Pin Length The pin length is adjusted by turning the retainer.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (6) Check that the groove is free from glue and dirt. Clean off any dirt or glue with a cloth moistened in ethyl alcohol. Fig. 4-140 Caution : If you perform pouncing on a cutting mat instead of the special pouncing mat, the holes may not pounce correctly and you may damage your plotter.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5. ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENTS 5.1 Location of the Main Board (PCB No. PR216001), Test Pins, Trimmers, DIP Switch, and ROM Chips 5 - 1...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.2 Power Unit (PS089A) 5.2.1 Checking Operation (1) Use a multi-mater to check the voltage levels of TP1 to TP5. Test pin Voltage + 5 V + 12 V + 32 V - 12 V + 24 V TP10 (2) If voltage levels cannot be measured at TP1 to TP5, use the following method to check operation.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.3 Switching the Power Unit's Supply Voltage (1) Check that the plotter's POWER switch is off. (2) Remove the rear guide (see Subsection 4.1.2). (3) Connect the power unit's cable to the required connector. Voltage series Corresponding area Connector...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.4 Setting the DIP Switches The NOVRAM CLEAR function • Initializes the main board by clearing the nonvolatile RAM • Execute this function before starting any electrical adjustment Electrical adjustments • Pen height adjustment •...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.5 Clearing the Non-Volatile RAM Note : Be sure to clear the non-volatile RAM after replacing the main board or before starting any electrical adjustment. (1) After setting the SW1 DIP switch as shown below, turn on the plotter. * Set only Bits 1, 4, and 8 to OFF (2) The messages below consecutively appear on the LCD panel.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.6 Default Trimmer Settings Before turning the plotter back on, set each of the main board's trimmers as indicated below. VR1 (Y-OFFSET) : Trimmer for adjusting the Y motor offset VR2 (X-OFFSET) : Trimmer for adjusting the X motor offset VR3 (P-OFFSET) : Trimmer for adjusting the pen offset VR10 (X-GAIN)
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.7 Adjusting the Motor Offset Note : Before adjusting the motor driver IC's offset, disconnect the encoder lines of the X and Y motors from the main board's P22 and P32 connectors. Caution : Be sure to adjust only one motor at a time. Before you begin, loosen and remove the X or Y synchronous belt.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.8 Adjusting the Pen Offset Note : Before adjusting the pen driver IC's offset, disconnect the encoder lines of the X and Y motors from the main board's P22 and P32 connectors. (1) Set the SW1 DIP switch as shown below and then turn on the plotter. * Set only Bit 8 to OFF (2) Connect the probe of an oscilloscope to TP13 (Pin 3 of P100) and connect either TP10 or TP15 to ground level.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.9 Adjusting the Pen Servo Caution : • Before starting automatic adjustment, make sure no pen or cutter is attached to the pen holder. • To avoid malfunction of the pen holder, do not touch the pen holder during adjustment. •...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (5) Turn the plotter back on. Next, connect an oscilloscope or multi-meter to the main board's TP14 pin (P100's Pin 4), and then manually hold down or release the pen holder while you check that the voltage levels conform to the table below.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.10 Adjusting the Pen Force (1) Set the SW1 DIP switch as shown below and then turn on the plotter. * Set Bits 4, 5, and 6 to OFF (2) After the ROM and RAM checks, a menu for electrical adjustment appears on the LCD panel. (3) Attach a cutter plunger to the pen holder and then press the [ 2 ] (PEN FORCE) key.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.11 Overall Adjustments Note : • After all mechanical and electrical adjustments are completed, use the gain adjustment program to check the main axes servos and for fine adjustment of the X and Y motor offsets. •...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (5) While observing exploded view 1, determine the current gain of the X and Y motors, using VR10 (X- GAIN) or VR20 (Y-GAIN) to perform adjustment if necessary. While observing exploded view 2, use VR1 (X-OFFSET) or VR2 (Y-OFFSET) to correct any deviation of the motor wave-form's origin from the ideal line's origin.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.12 Adjusting the Distance Accuracy (1) Set the SW1 DIP switch as shown below, mount a ceramic pen in the pen holder, load a sheet of PL518-[ ]-PF paper, and then turn on the plotter. * Paper should be A2 size or larger * Load the paper so that the longer edge is in the X-axis direction.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (4) Measure distances A and B of the distance accuracy pattern, and then input corrective values at the control panel. In this example, we will input + 1.9 for the X distance and - 0.5 for the Y distance. Use the [ 1 ] or [ 3 ] key to shift the cursor to the desired digit, then use the [ 2 ] and [ 4 ] keys to input the numeric value.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.13 Factory Preset Settings Perform the following procedure after completing all of the previous adjustments. (1) While holding down the control panel's [ ⇑ ] POSITION key, turn on the plotter. (2) After the following messages appear on the LCD panel, turn off the plotter. ↓...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.14 Testing the Sensors Run this test whenever a sensor has malfunctioned or has been replaced. (1) Set the SW1 DIP switch as shown below and then turn on the plotter. * Set only Bits 1, 2 and 8 to OFF (2) The status of each sensor is displayed on the LCD panel.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.15 Testing the Control Panel Keys Run this test if a control panel key has malfunctioned. (1) Set the SW1 DIP switch as shown below and then turn on the plotter. * Set all bits to OFF (2) The menu below appears, so press the panel key corresponding to each bit and check that its value properly changes to 1 or 0.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.16 Printing the Test Patterns Printing the SELF TEST Pattern For information about the self test, refer to the FC3100-60 USER'S MANUAL. (1) After turning on the plotter and selecting the paper mode, consecutively press the [ NEXT ] key until the menu below appears.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Printing the CONDITION Pattern (1) Perform Steps (1) to (3) of the preceding "Printing the SELF TEST Pattern" to display the menu below. (2) When the [ 2 ] (CONDITION) key is pressed, the plotter's currently selected conditions are printed. Printing the ISO Demo Pattern (1) Perform Steps (1) to (3) of the preceding "Printing the SELF TEST Pattern"...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.17 Test Modes for Production Inspection Printing the Mechanical Check Pattern (1) Load A1-size paper, attach a ceramic pen, and then set the CONDITION 1 parameters as follows. (2) After pressing the [ PAUSE ] key, consecutively press the [ NEXT ] key until the menu below appears.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Printing the Paper Deviation Check Pattern (1) Perform Steps (1) to (5) above so that the menu below appears. (2) Press the [ 3 ] (KAMIZURE) key to print the paper deviation check pattern. Printing the Aging Pattern (1) Perform Steps (1) to (5) above so that the menu below appears.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.18 Interpreting the Mechanical Check Pattern (1) Overshoot (sawtooth waves) Measure the maximum peak using a glass scale and loupe. 0.14 mm ≥ ∆ε (2) Circular distortion (a circle of 2-mm diameter) Measure the inner diameter at eight points using a loupe. 0.14 mm ≥...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (4) Pen skipping (over the entire plot area) Check that the pen does not skip at all. (5) Pattern of a dotted line and a two-dot dashed line Check that each line is not missing any dots. 5 - 25...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (6) Phase deviation (A bi-directionally printed radial pattern) Using a loupe, measure the maximum difference between the widths of first-time lines and second- time lines. Assuming that a is the line width, b the maximum difference, and Z is the error: 0.13 mm ≥...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 5.19 Setting the DIP Switch from the LCD This function allows you to set the main board's DIP switch from the LCD panel using the control panel keys. To cancel this function, clear the non-volatile RAM by turning on the plotter while holding down the [ ⇑ ] POSITION key.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 6. TEMPORARY MEASURES FOR A SENSOR MALFUNCTION If a symptom appears that indicates that a sensor has malfunctioned (for example, the paper size is not detected or the medium falls off), the pertinent sensor can be disabled as a temporary measure. Mode Information detected Compatible media...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A (5) After the RAM check, the menu below appears. No matter which mode you select, detection of the paper width will be disabled. (6) Set the plot area. Caution : Unless the plot area is set, the cutting mat may be damaged. Method 3: MAINTENANCE 2 (Paper Width Sensor) (1) While holding down the [ ⇓...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Method 4: Combined Execution of Methods 2 and 3 This method ultimately produces the same result as that of Method 1. (1) While holding down the [ ⇓ ] POSITION key, turn on the plotter. (Continue holding down the [ ⇓ ] key while the RAM is being checked.) (2) Consecutively press the [ NEXT ] key until one of the menus below appears.
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 7. TROUBLESHOOTING 7.1 The Cutting Results are Unsatisfactory See User's Problem Cause Solution Manual section: • The cut corners are • The CUTTER OFFSET is • Adjust the CUTTER OFFSET rounded or too pointed. incompatible with the blade value: type being used.
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A See User's Problem Cause Solution Manual section: • The blade is cutting • The blade is extended too • Adjust the blade length. into the backing sheet. far. • The cutting FORCE is too •...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A See User's Problem Cause Solution Manual, Section: • Characters or lines are • The plotter is in Cutting • Set the blade type of the deformed during pen mode. CUTTER OFFSET function to plotting. PEN (0).
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 8. DISASSEMBLY DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LIST 8.1 Mainframe Part Number Description Remarks Q’ty Model 021603990 Left Enclosure Assembly Side Cover Ref only Side Panel Left Ref only 021603980 Right Enclosure Assembly Side Panel Right Ref only Interface Cover Ref only...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 8.2 Y Drive Section Part Number Description Remarks Q’ty Model 51407-046T Panel Side Right 51407-047T Panel Side Left 51405-022 Bracket Bottom Panel 52505-002 Standoff 6mm Hex 19mm(L) 51405-045T Bracket T Cover Right 51405-046T Bracket T Cover Left 51405-033 Bracket T Cover Rear 51405-021...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 8.3 X Drive Section Part Number Description Remarks Q’ty Model 021601330 Pulley X Drive Shaft 021601341 Pulley Drive Motor 375311001 Belt Drive Motor 120TN15-10W 53501-001T Motor Drive UGJMEEA7MGR51 51407-046T Panel Side Right 51407-047T Panel Side Left 021601212 Stay Base 021601260...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 8.4 Push Roller Arm and Y Rail Section Part Number Description Remarks Q’ty Model 51405-026 Bracket Y Rail Left 51405-025 Bracket Y Rail Right 021601413 Stay Y Rail 52402-001 Decal Pinch Roller Position 52120-005 Bumper Rubber Recessed 021500802 Push Roller Base...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Push Roller Arm and Y Rail Section 8 - 8...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 8.5 Pen Block and Y Slider Section Part Number Description Remarks Q’ty Model 021503600 Pen Cover 021601760 Plate Moving Coil Mount 021500631 Cutter Holder 51405-029 Bracket Sensor 51407-012 Plate Slide Arm Support 53520-004 Shaft Adjuster Guide Roller 053203350 Spring Pen Arm Lifter 53520-005...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Pen Block and Y Slider Section Part Number Description Remarks Q’ty Model Bind-head Screw (Brass) M3 x L8 Hex Nut (Brass) M3 Socket Set Screw M2 x L6 Flat-head Screw M2 x L6 E-clip 2mm Flat Washer M2 Bind-head Screw M2 x L6...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 8.6 Chassis Section Part Number Description Remarks Q’ty Model 792160110 PCA Main Board 510000051 Power Supply PS089B 55106-001 Switch Power 518000033 AC Inlet & Line Filter SUPB3GE 509000045 Fan Cooling 12V 52402-004 Decal GND 52801-013 Spacer Power Supply Unit 51407-014...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 8.7 Film Stocker Section Part Number Description Remarks Q’ty Model 51405-049T Bracket Stock Media Right 51405-050T Bracket Stock Media Left 52801-020T-02 Rod Stiffener 0.75” 52801-020T-01 Rod Stiffener 0.5” 51407-043T Roller Stock Media 52120-012T Bearing Stocker 021603021 Roll Guide 52802-007...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 8.8 Carton Box and Accessory Part Number Description Remarks Q’ty Model 51403-007T Box Shipping 51409-001T Insert Packaging 56070-001T Cord AC Power 56070-002T Cord AC Power 520100241 Cord AC Power (VM1182-1276) 513100850 Adapter AC Power Cord UL to JPN Pen Set KF550-F6 6 Color Set...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 8.10 Stand and Media Basket Option Part Number Description Remarks Q’ty Model 51407-033T Stanchion Right Stand 51407-032T Stanchion Left Stand 51407-031T Beam Bottom Support 51407-030T Beam Top Support 51407-035T Base Right Support Stand 51407-034T Base Left Support Stand 52801-023T Insert Tube Finishing...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 9. CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LIST 9.1 Wiring Diagram Designation Part Number Description Remarks X Motor 53501-001T DC Motor UGJMEE-A7MGR51 Y Motor 53501-001T DC Motor UGJMEE-A7MGR51 Fan 1 509000044 Fan 24V Suction (Vacuum) MD925A-24-F15 Fan 10 509000045 Fan 12V Cooling]...
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FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A Wiring Diagram 9 - 2...
FC3100-60 Service Manual P/N53802-031T Rev. A 9.2 Main Board (PCB: PR216001A) Designation Part Number Description Remarks 792160110 PCA Main Board Assembly 54000-029T Firmware Set 9 - 3...
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