Removal And Replacement Procedures; Printing Mechanism - Panasonic KX-P1180 Service Manual

KX-P1180
4. Removal and Replacement Procedures
For safety and to avoid possible damage to electronic components, the AC line cord must be unplugged
before disassembly.
1. Remove the smoked plastic cover and the top
cover.
2. Remove the platen knob.
3. Remove the upper cabinet by following proce-
dure.
4. Raise the unit and insert a screwdriver into the
bottom openings. Pry the screwdriver to release
the hooks, and then separate the upper cabinet
from the bottom cabinet.
5. Remove the front panel by releasing the connec-
tor cable.
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Bottom Cabinet
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4.2 Printing Mechanism
1. Unplug the sensor connectors (CN5, CN6, CN7,
Connectors CN8, CN9).
2. Position the carriage on left side and unplug the
print head flat cable fromthe connector by remov-
ing the cable cover.
Note: To remove the cable, first pry the cable cover
off with a screwdriver. Be careful not to
damage the cable.
3. Remove the screws (2) from the chassis.
4. Raise the front of the chassis and release the
chassis rear hook then unplug the motor connec-
tors (CN10, CN11).
5. Lift off the printing mechanism.
Knob Part
Cable Cover