– 16 –
2 . Lubrication
Lubrication is extremely important for preserving the original performance of the printer over a long period of time.
2-1 . Type of oil
The type of oil used has a major influence on the performance and durability of the printer.You should pay particular
attention to the cold temperature properties of the oil. We recommend use of the grease and lubrication oils listed be-
low for this printer.
Type of oil
Product name
Maker
Grease
Molykote EM-30L
Dow Corning Corporation
Fast-drying lubricant
SANKOL CFD-5007Z
Sankei Kagaku Corp.
2-2 . Lubricating Method
When lubricating during disassembly or assembly operations, be sure to wash and clean the equipment well prior to
lubrication to remove dirt and dust.
Lubricate the equipment at regular intervals of six months. Be sure to lubricate equipment after disassembling or re-
placing parts when oil has been removed by cleaning.
Required jigs and tools: Grease dispenser / Grease gauge
2-3 . Lubricated Areas
Refer to Fig.2-1, Fig.2-2
No .
Lubricating Point
Grease/Oil
Reference
1
Rubbing surface of Gear 22 × 46 × 0.5
Molykote EM-30L
Fig.2-1
2
Rubbing surface of Gear 22 × 46 × 0.5
Molykote EM-30L
Fig.2-2
3
Rubbing surface of Gear 32 × 48 × 0.5
Molykote EM-30L
Fig.2-2
4
Rubbing surface of Gear 22 × 46 × 0.5 and Gear shaft A
Molykote EM-30L
Fig.2-2
5
ubbing surface of Gear 32 × 48 × 0.5 and Gear shaft B
Molykote EM-30L
Fig.2-2
6
Rubbing surface of Upper surface of the protect sheet on Paper Guide
SANKOL CFD-5007Z
Fig.2-2
Fig.2-1. Lubricated Area
1
