SATO 9001226(A) Service Manual page 188

Section 7: Replacement Procedures
7.2 REPLACING PRINT HEAD (cont'd)
Reconnect two wiring harnesses (2, 3) to replacement print head (4).
6.
Note:
Each of the printer's wiring harness connectors are different to ensure proper matching.
Position the print head (4) so that the center screw hole is aligned and the alignment pins are aligned with
7.
the alignment holes on top of the print head.
Keep the cables inside the head bracket not to block ribbon and paper routes.
CAUTION:
EXCERCISE CARE WHEN INSTALLING THE PRINT HEAD TO ENSURE
THAT ITS ELEMENTS ARE NOT DAMAGED DURING INSTALLATION.
Latch the head, fasten the center screw (1) that you have removed on step 3 and tighten securely. Close
8.
the top cover.
Reload the ribbon to the printer and restore power.
9.
Perform the following procedure after replacement of print head:
• Clear the head counter, see Section 6.3 Counter Clear Mode for details.
• Print a test pattern to ensure proper function.
• Adjust the print head position if necessary, see Section 6.16 Adjusting Print Head Position for
details.
• Adjust the print darkness if necessary, see Section 6.12 Adjusting Print Darkness for details.
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