General Instructions; Screw/Hardware; Before Starting Disassembly - Kyocera Mita Ecosys FS-1010 Service Manual

5-1 General instructions

This chapter provides procedures for removal and replacement of the field replacement components.
For other components not explained in this chapter, the diagrams in the Parts Catalog attached
with this manual will help locate the component.
When replacing of a component, reverse the procedure for the removal procedure explained in this
chapter.
WARNING To avoid injury to human bodies, make sure that AC power is removed and the
power cord is unplugged from both the power line and the printer.

5-1-1 Screw/hardware

Screws and hardware used in the printer are listed in the Ecosys Screw catalog. These screw symbol
numbers are universal to most Ecosys printers.
CAUTION When securing a self-tapping screws, align it with the thread carefully. First turn
it counterclockwise, then slowly clockwise. Do not overtighten. In case the self-
tapped thread is damaged, the affected part must be replaced with a new part.

5-1-2 Before starting disassembly

Before proceeding, unplug the power cord from the printer and the power supply.
WARNING
Never attempt to operate the printer with a component removed.
CAUTION The printer use electrostatic sensitive parts inside (on circuit boards, Laser scanner
unit, etc.). Provide an antistatic (discharging) device, such as a wrist strap, that
can effectively discharge your body before touching the circuit boards, the laser
scanner unit, etc.
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