Epson Stylus Pro 9500 Service Manual page 99

EPSON Stylus Pro 9500
8. Remove the 1 screw (CP(W2) M3 x 6) and remove the "Damper Holder."
9. Take out the damper assembly connected to each print head. At this time,
it is easier to remove the damper assembly if a flat blade screwdriver or
similar implement is inserted between the damper positioning material and
the bottom surface of the damper and is used to pry it up.
If you grasp the side of the damper, the ink that is filling the
inside of the damper will leak out, so absolutely do not
apply any force to the sides.
10. Using needle nose pliers, etc., remove the compression spring that is
fitted in the print head. (9.9)
Insert a flat-head screwdriver between the bottom of
the damper and the printhead to remove the damper
Figure 4-22. Damper Removal
Disassembly & Assembly
11. After removing the 1 screw (CB M3 x 6) and the "H spacer," remove the
print head from the carriage briefly.
12. Take out the flat cable that is connected to the back of the print head
and remove the print head.
Tension Spring, 9.9
Figure 4-23. Printhead Tension Spring and Screw Removal
When replacing the damper assembly or removing it, or
when tightening the hex screws holding the ink tubes and
damper, the specified torque wrench (tool No. #f760) should
be used.
If the tightening torque exceeds the standard, it could
damage the O-rings and cause ink to leak and missing of
dots.
Disassembly Flow
Revision A
CB M3x6/H Spacer screw
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