Replacing The Printhead - Printronix SL5000r User Manual

Chapter 6

Replacing The Printhead

Replacing The Printhead
1. Set the printer power switch to O (Off).
WARNING
Always unplug the printer power cord from the printer or power outlet
before doing any installation procedure. Failure to remove power could
result in injury to you and damage the equipment. When applicable, you
will be instructed to apply power.
2. Unplug the printer power cord from the printer or the AC power source.
3. Remove the ribbon and media (e.g., paper, label, or tag stock material).
Pivoting Deck
Printhead Assembly
CAUTION
Oils from your hands can damage the light brown area (heating
elements) of the printhead. Do not touch the light brown area when you
handle the printhead assembly.
4. Open the pivoting deck by rotating the deck lock lever fully clockwise. The
pivoting deck will swing upward, exposing the bottom of the printhead
assembly.
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Figure 7. Opening the Pivoting Deck
Deck Lock Lever