Section 4: Cleaning and Maintenance
Page 4-4
TH2 Series Operator Manual
4.4 EASY REPLACEMENT OF PARTS
It is easy to replace the print head of the TH2 Series printer.
The tool-less print head release mechanism enables the print head to be quickly and easily replaced.
4.4.1 Releasing and Replacing the Print Head
The print head on the printer is a user-replaceable item. If it becomes damaged for any reason, it can be
easily removed and replaced. Contact your local SATO representative for information on obtaining a new print
head.
1.
Make sure the printer is turned off, and disconnect the
power cable. If the optional battery pack is installed, remove
it as well.
2.
Lift the
Top Cover
.
3.
Press and release the
side tab
(see arrow
) on both
sides of the
dispensing sensor cover
. Remove the cover
and set it aside.
4.
Press and push up the
print head assembly
to release it
from the catches.
5.
The
cable connector
(circled) at the rear of the
print head
assembly
is now exposed. Gently disconnect the
head
from the cable connector.
6.
Carefully attach a replacement
print head assembly
to the
cable connector
. The connector is keyed so that it can only
be inserted in the correct orientation.
Caution:
While handling the
print head
, be careful not to scratch the
printing surface of the
print head
. Scratching the surface
will cause permanent and irreparable damage that is not
covered by the warranty!
7.
Reinsert the new
print head assembly
into the printer,
making sure that the
hooks
at the back of the
print head
assembly
fit on the
catches
of the printer.
8.
Fix the
dispensing sensor cover
back to its position and
push lightly until it locks with a click sound.
9.
Close the
Top Cover
.
10.
Restore power, reload media, reset the head counter and
perform a test print to ensure that the
print head
is
connected properly.
Dispensing
sensor
cover
1
2
1
1
Print head
assembly
catches
Print head
assembly
Print head
assembly
