Cleaning Mechanism - Epson Stylus Pro 9000 Service Manual

EPSON Stylus Pro 9000

2.2.3 Cleaning Mechanism

The cleaning mechanism for the SP 9000 is similar to the mechanism in the
Stylus Pro 5000. The main components are:
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Pump Assembly (Cleaner, Head)
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Pump Motor (stepping motor)
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Cap Assembly (B head/C head independent)
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Flushing Box R (receives ejected ink during flushing)
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Waste Ink pads
The cleaning mechanism components are installed above the subframe and
some are fixed on the main frame.
Additionally, the following unit is installed above the subframe.
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CR Lock Mechanism
The printer uses an electromagnetic solenoid to activate or release the
carriage lock. The carriage lock comes into effect when the carriage is
in the home position and the CR Motor is not running. When the
carriage lock does not receive any signal, the actuator rises into the
opening at the bottom of the subcarriage, restricting carriage
movement. To release the carriage for printing, the printer signals the
actuator which then moves down, releasing the carriage.
Operating Principles Description of Components
Carriage Cover
Subcarriage Lock
CR Lock
Release
Lever
Figure 2-11. Cleaning Mechanism
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