Cap Mechanism - Epson Stylus 800 Service Manual

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2.2.6 Cap Mechanism

The cap mechanism prevents the printhead nozzles from drying or bubbles from forming inside
the nozzle while the printer is not in use.
automatically so that a cap closely contacts the printhead surface when the carriage unit is moved
to the ink system home position.
Rev. A
The printhead capping operation is performed
Carriage
1
Cap Unit
Figure 2-13. Cap Mechanism
Operating Principiss
Slider Valve
2-s