SX™
Service and Maintenance Manual 3-103
960714-02B © 2007 I2407
SECTION 3 – COMPONENT REPAIR
PRINTHEAD CRADLE ASSEMBLY
RIBBON SUPPLY ASSEMBLY
SLIP CLUTCH SPRING
The ribbon supply hub slip clutch spring is attached
to the center plate and the slip clutch on the
printhead cradle.
1. Spin the ribbon supply hub by hand. If the hub
turns freely, the spring is either broken or
disconnected.
2. Open the cradle cover, and locate the supply
hub slip clutch spring. Check to ensure both
ends of the spring are attached; one end on the
center plate peg and one on the slip clutch. (as
Shown in Figure 3-260).
There are no adjustments to be made on the slip
clutch spring.
The slip clutch spring can be replaced without any
machine disassembly. Open the cradle, and locate
the spring. Place the loops of the spring over the
pegs on the slip clutch and center plate.
TESTING
Always remove electrical power from the
SX
prior to performing any maintenance
on the machine.
WARNING
ADJUSTMENT
REPLACEMENT
Figure 3-260. Supply Hub Slip Clutch Spring
Note: Cradle Isolated for Clarity
Spring
Center
Plate
Peg
Slip
Clutch