WaxJet 6100, Service Reference Manual

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Installation
1. Insert new disc filter into heater block wax fitting.
2. Insert new rubber seal, ensuring that shoulder of seal is flush
with the surface of the heater block.
3. Carefully remove the protective film from the new Printhead.
4. Position the Printhead with the shiny side to the faceplate and
secure with 4 new screws. Tighten snugly but avoid over
tightening.
5. Feed Printhead cable through opening in Printhead housing and
carefully connect to the Printhead PCB.
6. Remove the yellow seal from the wax inlet opening on the back of
the Printhead and secure the faceplate to the Printhead Housing
Assembly. (Figure 8-6)
7. Turn system on and Check system LED’s for proper operation of
the heating circuits.
8. Allow Printhead to heat to operating temperature. Prime/Purge
system. If leaks occur, tighten ¼ turn at a time until leaks stop.
9. Perform test print.
10. After ensuring Printhead is operating properly turn system off
and re-install Printhead housing cover and mounting hardware.
11. Re-prime Printhead and perform print test until all nozzles are
firing. Resume normal operation of printer.
Removal/Replacement Procedures 8-15
Figure 8-6