Epson DFX-5000+, Service Manual

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M a i n t e n a n c e a n d L u b r i c a t i o n
6
Preventive Maintenance
To keep the printer in good condition, regularly clean the case exterior (using
denatured alcohol) and vacuum the mechanism’s interior to remove dust and
paper debris. After cleaning the printer, check that it is adequately lubricated, as
described below. Before returning the printer to the customer, inspect the springs
and paper feed rollers and check that the printer operates properly.
Warning
Disconnect the printer from the external source beforeperforming maintenance.
Do not use thinner, trichloroethylene, or ketone-based solvents on theplastic components
of
theprinter.
Note : It is necessary to clean the carriage encoder belt periodically. When this
printer is returned for service, clean the surface of carriage encoder belt.
Lubrication and Adhesive Application
EPSON recommends that the printer be lubricated at the points illustrated in
Figures 6-2, 6-3, and 6-4 using EPSON lubricants 02 and G26. These lubricants
have been extensively tested and found to comply with needs
printer. Refer
to Table 6-l for information on lubricants 02 and G26. Table 6-2 lists the
appropriate lubricant for each point. Make sure the parts to be lubricated are
clean before applying lubricant. Also avoid applying too much lubricant because it
may damage related parts.
Adhesive application is necessary at the points indicated in Table 6-3 when parts
are disassembled or replaced. EPSON recommends Neji Lock
(G) adhesive be
applied to the points indicated in Figures 6-2, 6-3, and 6-4. Avoid allowing excess
adhesive to overflow onto related parts.
Table 6-l. Lubricants and Adhesive
I
Description Capacity Availability Part No.
6-1