13185L-002 Rev. A 1/24/06 110XiIIIPlus Maintenance Manual Page 4-71
Maintenance Section 4
Replace the Ribbon Sensor
Remove the Ribbon Sensor
1. Refer to RRP No. 1 on page 4-14. Turn the printer Off (O) and remove the AC
power cord and data cables.
2. Open the media cover.
3. Open the printhead and remove the media and ribbon. Close the printhead.
4. Refer to Figure 4-44. Locate the spring-loaded printhead mounting screw on top of
the printhead assembly. Loosen the mounting screw until it disengages from the
printhead.
Figure 4-44. Remove and Install the Printhead
5. Slowly open the printhead assembly. The printhead remains on the platen while the
rest of the assembly pivots out of the way.
6. Carefully disconnect the printhead data and power connectors from the printhead.
7. Remove the printhead through the front of the printer.
8. Refer to Figure 4-45 and remove the screws securing the guard plate.
Caution:
This installation must be performed by a qualified service technician.
Caution:
Unless indicated otherwise, turn the printer Off (O) and disconnect the printer
from the power source before performing the following maintenance.
Caution:
The printhead is very delicate and susceptible to damage if not handled carefully.
Use particular care to ensure the printhead is not damaged when handling it.
Printhead
Mechanism
Assembly
Printhead
Mounting
Screw
Printhead
Data
Connector
Printhead
Alignment
Slots
Printhead
Power
Connector
Printhead
Resistance
Label
Power Cable
Locking Tab
Do Not Loosen
These Screws!!