Ribbon Mask Removal - Epson DLQ-3000+ Service Manual

Disassembly and Assembly

3.2.1.2 Ribbon Mask Removal

This section describes how to remove the ribbon mask holder which must be removed when
adjusting the platen gap. (Refer to Chapter 4 Adjustment.)
Step 1) Remove the printhead. (See Section 3.2.1.1.)
Step 2) Release the harnesses for the PEW sensors from the cable clamp.
Step 3) Flip the paper eject lever assembly toward the front.
Step 4) Widening the right and left tabs at the rear of the ribbon mask holder, remove the
ribbon mask holder by shifting it forward.
Step 5) Remove the ribbon mask from the ribbon mask holder.
CR Assembly
Mask Ribbon
Mask Ribbon Holder
Paper Eject Lever Assembly
Tubs
Figure 3-3. Ribbon Mask Holder Removal
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