Lubrication - Epson Stylus CX4900 Service Manual

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6.1.3 Lubrication

The characteristics of the grease have great affects on the mechanical function and
durability, especially does the characteristics about temperature environment. The type
and amount of the grease used to lubricate the printer parts are determined based on the
results of the internal evaluations. Therefore, be sure to apply the specified type and
amount of the grease to the specified part of the printer mechanism during servicing.
Never use oil or grease other than those specified in this
C A U T I O N
manual. Use of different types of oil or grease may damage the
component or give bad influence on the printer function.
Never apply larger amount of grease than specified in this
manual.
Table 6-1. Specified lubricants
Type Name
Grease
G-26
Grease
G-45
Grease G-71
Grease G-74
When using G-74, it is recommended to use a flux dispenser
C A U T I O N
(1049533) together.
MAINTENANCE
EPSON code Supplier
1080614 EPSON
1033657 EPSON
1304682 EPSON
1409257 EPSON
Overview
Refer to the following figures for the lubrication points.
Guide Rail of the
Housing, Lower
Scanner Carriage Unit
Figure 6-4. Lubrication on Guide Rail of the Housing, Lower Surface
Figure 6-5. Lubrication on CIS Unit Shaft Hole Sections
Revision A
<Lubrication Point>
Guide Rail of the Housing, Lower
surface
<Lubrication Type>
G-45
<Lubrication Amount>
0.06g x 2 points
<Remarks>
Use a brush to apply.
• Grease should be applied only to
the semicircular section.
<Lubrication Point>
CIS Unit Shaft Hole Sections
<Lubrication Type>
G-74
<Lubrication Amount>
Adequate dose x 3 points
<Remarks>
Use a flux dispenser to apply.
• Grease must not spread to other
parts.
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