T
echnical
B
ulletin
PAGE: 1/1
Model:
Model TH-C1
Date:
05-Sep-07
No.:
RB156038
Subject:
Platen cover sheet damage
Prepared
by:
H.K.
From:
1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification:
Troubleshooting
Mechanical
Paper path
Part information
Electrical
Transmit/receive
Action required
Service manual revision
Retrofit information
Product Safety
Other ( )
SYMPTOM
A small area on the lower front edge of the platen cover sheet is damaged. This may
have a potential safety risk, depending on the amount of damage.
CAUSE
The platen cover is opened/closed repeatedly over a long period of time, and each time,
the operator touches the platen cover sheet. As a result, this area of the platen cover
sheet is gradually worn down.
SOLUTION
Check the condition of the platen cover sheet at the next service visit.
If the platen cover sheet shows any damage:
Temporary:
z
Remove the platen cover sheet and reattach it in the reverse orientation (turn it 180
degrees so that the damaged edge is at the rear side).
z
Cover the damaged area of the platen cover sheet with transparent tape.
Permanent:
z
Replace the platen cover sheet with the modified part:
P/N G3291371
Sheet: Pressure plate: Ass’y
Used in platen cover options produced from: March 2007
Platen Cover
Sheet