8
9
3
Replacing Assembly Units
3.3
Replacing the Printhead
3.4
Replacing the Printhead
The printhead of the printer can be replaced without the need for fine adjustment. The printhead must be replaced if
worn or when switching to a printhead with higher or lower resolution. For better identification, the print heads have a
label stating the printer type and resolution.
1
2
3
4
6
7
4
6
5
1 Head plate
2 Plug connection
3 Plug connection
4 Screw
5 Printing line
6 Pins
7 Printhead
Fig.4
Structure of the printhead
!
Attention!
The printhead (7) is adjusted on a head plate (1) and precisely aligned at the factory. Do not loosen the
screws (4) under any circumstances.
!
Attention!
The printhead can be damaged by static electricity discharges and impacts!
X
Set up printer on a grounded, conductive surface.
X
Ground your body, e.g. by wearing a grounded wristband.
X
Do not touch contacts on the plug connections (2, 3).
X
Do not touch printing line (5) with hard objects or your hands.
5
8
9
10
11
3
6
6
2
1
4
7
4
Fig. 5
Removing and installing the printhead
Note:
Location of item
11 has moved
on more recent
printer models
