Printhead Replacement - Xerox QLS-8100XE Operation & Setup Manual

Printhead Replacement

After normal use or as a result of a failure, the printheads will eventually
need to be replaced.
Some symptoms of printhead failure include:
•
Significant reduction in printed image darkness that cannot be corrected
by using an increased print intensity.
•
Vertical line(s) of missing print running through the entire length of the
label.
•
A wide vertical area of missing print indicating physical wear to the
printhead or an electrical failure.
The following procedure explains how to remove and replace a printhead.
Caution: Printheads can be damaged by static electricity. Always use
standard anti-static procedures when replacing printheads.
1 While the printer is on, lift the printhead that will be changed. The
following message will display.
Head x up
SELECT to disable
Press the SELECT button. The indicated print station will be disabled
and the following message will display.
Head x Disabled
2 Turn the printer off and unplug the AC power cord.
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