Replacement Procedure - Genicom GEK-00027C User Manual

Replacement Procedure

5180 User's Manual
Do not operate the printer with a module removed. All six
modules must be in place with their connectors secured to
maintain shuttle balance.
Any of the six print modules may be removed and replaced without
special tools or equipment. A coin or screwdriver may be used to
loosen a single screw on each module, but a screwdriver is preferred
to avoid dropping a coin into the printer.
To remove and replace a print module, complete the following steps:
1. Turn the printer power off and disconnect the power cord from
the AC source.
2. Open the top access cover and set the print gap wheel to the
LOAD position.
3. Remove the ribbon cartridge.
4. Loosen the two captive thumbscrews (see Figure 7-1) and tilt the
print module access panel out of the way.
5. Remove the section of air duct nearest you by pulling back and
then up. The duct snaps on and off. See Figure 7-1.
Note
Print modules must be removed in order from left to right, and
replaced in reverse order. For example, to remove the number 3
module, remove the left module first, number 2 module next,
and then the third module.
When assembling, the rightmost module that was removed must
be installed first, followed by the next module, and so on, until
the left module is in place.
6. Disconnect the two flat ribbon cables from the modules to be
removed. See Figure 7-2.
Figure 7-2 Removing Print Head Cables
Note
160
GEK-00028C