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Preface2
This manual is divided into the following chapters:
1.General Information contains a general description of the
printer and the maintenance approach used to repair it. Special
tools and test equipment are listed in this chapter, as well as
general environmental and safety instructions.
2.Diagnostic Information contains error code table, symptom
table, and service checks used to isolate failing field replaceable
units (FRUs).
3.Diagnostic Aids contains tests and checks used to locate or
repeat symptoms of printer problems.
4.Repair Information provides instructions for making printer
adjustments and removing and installing FRUs.
5.ConnectorLocations uses illustrations to identify the connector
locations and test points on the printer.
6.Preventive Maintenance contains the lubrication specifications
and recommendations to prevent problems.
7.Parts Catalog contains illustrations and part numbers for individual FRUs.
Safety Information
The maintenance information for this product has been
•
prepared for use by a professional service person and is not
intended to be used by others.
• There may be an increased risk of electric shock and
personal injury during disassembly and servicing of this
product. Professional service personnel should understand
this and take necessary precautions.
• The safety features of some parts may not always be
obvious. Therefore, replacement parts must have the
identical or equivalent characteristics as the original parts.
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Sicherheitshinweise
• Die Wartungsinformationen für dieses Produkt wurden zur
Verwendung durch einen Wartungsfachmann entwickelt und
sollten nicht von anderen benützt werden.
• Zusätzliches Risiko eines elektrischen Schlags und
körperlicher Verletzung existiert während des
Auseinandernehmens und der Wartung des Geräts.
Fachpersonal sollte im vollen Verständnis der Lage
entsprechende Vorsichtsmaßnahmen ergreifen.
• Ersatzteile müssen gleiche oder gleichwertige Merkmale wie
die Originalteile aufweisen, da Sicherheitsvorkehrungen nicht
immer offensichtlich sind.
Consignes de Sécurité
• Les consignes d'entretien et de réparation de ce produit
s'adressent uniquement à un personnel de maintenance
qualifié.
• Le démontage et l'entretien de ce produit pouvant présenter
certains risques électriques, le personnel d'entretien qualifié
devra prendre toutes les précautions nécessaires.
• Les normes de sécurité de certaines pièces n'étant pas
toujours explicites, les pièces de rechange doivent être
identiques ou conformes aux caractéristiques des pièces
d'origine.
Norme di sicurezza
• Le informazioni riguardanti la manutenzione di questo
prodotto sono indirizzate soltanto al personale
dell'assistenza autorizzato.
• Durante lo smontaggio e il manutenzionamento di questo
prodotto, è possibile il rischio accresciuto di scosse elettriche
e danni personali. Il personale di assistenza autorizzato,
consapevole di ciò, deve adottare le precauzioni necessarie.
• È possibile che le funzioni di sicurezza di alcuni elementi non
siano così ovvie, quindi, i pezzi di ricambio devono avere
caratteristiche identiche o equivalenti a quelle dei pezzi
originali.
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Pautas de Seguridad
• La información sobre el mantenimiento de este producto fue
escrita para el personal de mantenimiento cualificado y no
para cualquier otro usuario.
• Existen mayores riesgos de descargas eléctricas y daños
personales durante el desmontaje y la reparación de la
máquina. El personal cualificado comprende esto y toma las
precauciones necesarias.
• Los dispositivos de seguridad de algunas partes quizá no
siempre puedan ser reconocidas a simple vista. Por lo tanto,
las partes de reemplazo deben poseer características
idénticas o equivalentes a las partes originales.
Sikkerhedsoplysninger
• Oplysningerne om vedligeholdelse af dette produkt er
forberedt med henblik på professionelt servicepersonale, og
bør derfor ikke benyttes af andre.
• Risikoen for elektrisk stød øges under demontering og
service af dette produkt, hvorfor der bør tages de nødvendige
forholdsregler.
• Sikkerhedsforanstaltningerne er ikke altid lige åpenbare for
alle reservedele. Der bør derfor kun anvendes originale
reservedele eller reservedele med samme egenskaber som
de oprindelige.
Informações de Segurança
• As informações de segurança relativas a este produto
destinam-se a profissionais destes serviços e não devemser
utilizadas por outras pessoas.
• Risco de choques eléctricos e ferimentos graves durante a
desmontagem e manutenção deste produto.Os profissionais
destes serviços devem estar avisados deste facto e tomar os
cuidados necessários.
• Os dispositivos de segurança de algumas peças poderão
não ser sempre suficientemente evidentes. Assim, as peças
sobressalentes devem possuir características idênticas ou
equivalentes às peças originais.
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Chinese Safety Information
Korean Safety Information
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General Information8
The WinWriter™150c (4077-001) printer is a personal, near laserquality inkjet printer. The print cartridge contains single-unit
customer-replaceable supply items. Dual printheads provide color
and true black printing without changing pr intheads. Print resolution
is 600 x 300 pels per inch. The printer can print at speeds of 167 cps
in Letter Quality mode and 300 cps in Draft mode. The black
cartridge is installed on the left and the color cartridge on the right.
The pri nt cartridges used in the WinWriter 150c are the same print
cartridges used in the ExecJet II and ExecJet IIc.
Power Consumption
Less than 2 Watts - power off and power to the printer
•
•7.5 Watts - Idle Mode (power on - not printing)
•12 Watts - Printing (average)
•25 Watts - Printing (peak)
Maintenance Approach
The diagnostic information in this manual leads you to the correct
field replaceable unit (FRU) or part. Use the error code charts,
symptom index, service checks, and diagnostic aids to determine
the symptom and repair the failure. Begin with “Start” on page 3.
This printer can be serviced without being connected to a host
computer.The user is directed, in the WinWriter 150c Printer Control
program, to perform the head to head and bidirectional alignment
adjustments after replacing a print cartridge.
After you complete the repair, perform tests as needed to verify the
repair.
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Abbreviations
CECustomer Engineer
CSUCustomer Setup
ESDElectrostatic Discharge
FRUField Replaceable Unit
HVPSHigh Voltage Power Supply
LEDLight-Emitting Diode
LVPSLow Voltage Power Supply
NVRAMNonvolatile Random Access Memory
OEMOriginal Equipment Manufacturer
POSTPower-On Self Test
V acVolts alternating current
V dcVolts direct current
ZIFZero Insertion Force
Unique Tools Required For Service
Parallel Wrap Plug P/N 1319128
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Diagnostic Information9
Use the error indicator table, symptom tables, service checks, and
diagnostic aids in this chapter to determine the failing part.
Start
Service error indications show as a series of flashes of the Power
On light. There i s a pause between each series of flashes. If your
machine has an error indication, locate the series of flashes in the
“Error Indicator Table” on page 4 and take the indicated action.
Unplug the machine to clear the error indicator.
If an error indicator appears, go to the error indicator table and take
the indicated action for that error.
The printer also logs the last occurring error. If you think it may have
an intermittent error, or the error indicator lights have been cleared,
you can retrieve the error:
1.Run the “Printer Error Log Recovery” on page 24. The last error
appears as a series of flashes of the power on light.
2.Run “Initialize Error Log” on page 23 to clear the error (the error
may not be the result of a current error).
3.Run the “Test Page” on page 19. If no error appears, go to
“Power-On-Self-Test (POST) Sequence” on page 4.
If your machine does not have an error indicated, go to “Power-On-
Self-Test (POST) Sequence” on page 4.
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Error Indicator Table
Number
Error
Code
of
Power
Light
Flashes
Action
64
65
66 78
83
79
81
89
127
and
up
7
6
8
9
1
4
10
Replace the Code Module and/or system board.
Replace the Code Module and/or system board.
Replace the Code Module and/or system board.
Replace the Code Module and/or system board.
Go to the “Transport Service Check” on page 17.
Go to the “Transport Service Check” on page 17.
Replace the Code Module and/or system board.
Power-On-Self-Test (POST) Sequence
When you turn the pr inter on it performs a POST. Turn your machine
on and check for a correct POST operation by observing the
following:
1.The power light comes on.
2.The carrier moves over the maintenance station and seals the
printheads.
3.The paper feed gears turn.
4.All motors stop and the power light stays on.
If your machine completes POST with no errors, go to the “Symptom
Tables” on page 6, locate the symptom and take the indicated
action.
If your machine does not complete POST, locate the symptom in the
following table and take the indicated action.
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POST Symptom Table
SymptomAction
No Power On
light and no
motors run
Feeds paperGo to the
Paperfeed gears
do not turn
Carrier doesn’t
move
Carrier slams
side frame
Go to the
page 8
Go to the
.
page 10
Go to the
Go to the
“Power Service Check” on page 14.
“First Print Line Service Check” on
“Paper Feed Service Check” on
.
“Transport Service Check” on page 17.
“Transport Service Check” on page 17.
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Symptom Tables
Locate the symptom in the following tables and take the appropriate
action.
Carrier Transport Problems
SymptomAction
• N o carrier movement
• Slow carrier movement
• Carrier stops
• Carrier slams side frame
Go to the
Check” on page 17
Communications Problems
SymptomAction
Printer not communicating with
host computer.
Go to the
Check” on page 14
Maintenance Station Problems
SymptomAction
Maintenance station:
• Fails to cap the printhead
• Fails to clean the printhead
Go to the
Service Check” on page 9
“Transport Service
.
“Parallel Port Service
.
“Maintenance Station
.
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Paper Feed Problems
SymptomAction
Paper fails to stop at first print lineGo to the
Check” on page 8
• Fails to pick paper
• Picks more than one sheet of
paper
• Picks paper but fails to feed
• Paper jams
• Paper fails to exit
• Noisy paper feed
Envelopes fail to feedGo to the
Go to the
Check” on page 10
Check” on page 8
Paper skewsGo to the
Check” on page 13
Power Problems
SymptomAction
“First Print Line Service
.
“Paper Feed Service
.
“EnvelopeFeed Service
.
“Paper Path Service
.
No power in machine, no Power
On light, no motors
Go to the
on page 14
Print Quality Problems
SymptomAction
• Voids in characters
•Lightprint
• Prints off the page
•Fuzzyprint
• Carrier moves but does not print
• Printhead drying prematurely
• Vertical alignment off
• Ink smearing
• Vertical streaks on paper
• Print lines crowded
Go to the
Check” on page 15
Go to the
Check” on page 10
“Power Service Check”
.
“Print Quality Service
.
“Paper Feed Service
.
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Service Checks
Envelope Feed Service Check
FRUAction
1Envelope GuideBe sure the envelope guides havebeen turned
to the envelope load positions.
Be sure the envelope guides are against the
envelopes.
Perform the
on page 10
“Paper Feed Service Check”
.
First Print Line Service Check
FRUAction
1End-of-Forms
Flag
2End-of-Forms
Sensor
3System BoardPerform the
4Feed Arm
Assembly
Check the flag for binds or damage.
Check the sensor for dirt.
“End-of-Forms Sensor Test” on
page 22
the system board.
Check all parts of the feed arm assembly for
binds, wear, or damage.
to check the end-of-forms sensor on
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Maintenance Station Service Check
The maintenance station has two functions:
1.Cleans the printhead nozzles during the print operation.
2.Seals the printhead when it is not being used to prevent the
nozzles from drying.
FRUAction
1Maintenance
Station Assembly
2WiperA worn wiper causes degraded print quality just
3CapA worn cap causes the printhead nozzles to dry
As the carrier moves to the right over the
maintenance station, a slot on the bottom of the
carrier engages a tab on the sled of the
maintenance station causing the caps to rise and
seal the printheads. Carrier movement to the left
will uncap the printheads. The wipers clean the
printhead nozzles as the carrier leaves the
maintenance station. The wipers clean the
printheads only when the carrier is moving to the
left. There should be no wiping action of the
printhead nozzles when the carrier is moving to
the right. After the cleaning operation is complete,
a tab on the maintenance station engages a slot
on the carrier, causing the wipers to lower.
Check the maintenance station for worn or broken
parts.
after a maintenance cleaning. Check for loose or
worn wiper.
and clog. Check for loose or worn cap.
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Paper Feed Service Check
If your machine does not have paper jam problems, continue with
the service check. If your machine does have a paper jam problem,
examine it for the following before you begin the service check:
•Check the entire paper path for obstructions.
•Be sure there is not too much paper in the sheet feeder.
•Be sure the correct type of paper is being used.
•Check for static in the paper.
FRUAction
1System BoardWith J5 disconnected and power on, check for +24
V dc between J5-3 and ground, and between J5-4
and ground on the system board. If the voltage is
not present, check for motor pins shorted to the
motor housing. If you find a shorted pin, replace
the motor. If you still have a failure after replacing
the motor, replace the system board.
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FRUAction
2Paper Feed MotorA noisy or chattering motor or a motor that fails to
turn, can be caused by:
• A n open or short in the motor
• An open or short in the motor driver on the
system board
• A bind in the paper feed mechanism
With the paper feed motor cable disconnected
from the system board, check for 100 ohms (±20
ohms) between the following pins on the motor:
Pin 1 to Pin 4
Pin 2 to Pin 4
Pin 3 to Pin 5
Pin 3 to Pin 6
If the readings are incorrect, replace the motor.
Checkformotor pins shorted to the motor housing.
If you find a shorted pin, replace the motor. If the
failure remains, replace the system board.
Although the paper feeds in a forward direction
only, the paper feed motor turns in two directions.
If the paper feed motor turns in one direction only,
replace the system board.
Binds in the paper feed motor or gear train can
cause intermittent false paper jam errors. Remove
the paper feed motor and check the shaft forbinds.
Also check for loose or worn motor gear.
3GearsCheck for binds in the gear train and paper feed
mechanism by rotating the large feed roll by hand.
If you notice a bind, isolate it by removing one of
the small idler gears on the inside of the left side
frame. Replace any worn or binding gears or
rollers.
4Feed Arm
Assembly
At the beginning of the paper feed operation, the
paper feed motor reverses momentarily to allow
the feed arm pawl to drop off the home position
notch in the left side frame. If the pawl fails to drop
off the notch, check the feed arm assembly for
binds, and worn or broken parts.
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FRUAction
5Pick Roll Clutch
Spring
Right Side Frame
If your printer DOES have a spring and spacer,
remove both and replace the feed arm assembly
with the new style three gear feed arm assembly,
P/N 69G4398.
A
6Sheet FeederCheck the following for wear or damage:
• Pick Rollers
• Envelope Bucklers
• All parts inside the left and right edge guides
7End-of-Forms
Flag Spring
8EjectorsAfter the paper exits from the feed rollers, the
Check for binds or damage.
paper feed motor reverses causing the paper
ejectors to move the last sheet of paper into the
exit tray. If the ejectors do not move or restore,
check them for worn, loose, or broken parts. Be
sure the ejectors are connected to the large feed
roll shaft.
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Paper Path Service Check
Examine the machine for the following before you begin this service
check:
•Check the entire paper path for obstructions.
•Be sure the p aper guides are not worn or broken and are
positioned against the paper without binding or buckling the
paper.
•Be sure the correct type of paper is being used.
•Be sure the p rinter is installed on a flat surface.
FRUAction
1Large and Small
Feed Rollers
2Small Feed Roller
Springs
Paper Guide
Paper Flap
3Sheet FeederCheck the following for wear or damage:
4End-of-Forms
Flag
5EjectorsAfter the paper exits from the feed rollers, the
Check for wear and binds.
Check for damage.
• Envelope Bucklers
• All parts inside the left and right edge guides.
Check for binds or damage.
paper feed motor reverses causing the paper
ejectors to move the last sheet of paper into the
exit tray. If the ejectors do not restore, check them
for worn, loose, or broken parts. Be sure the
ejectors are connected to the large feed roll shaft.
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Parallel Port Service Check
FRUAction
1Parallel PortRun a test page to be sure the printer can print.
Run the
test fails, replace the system board.
“Parallel Port Test” on page 20.Ifthe
2Communications
Jumper
If the parallel cable has been replaced and there is
still a communications problem, move the
communications jumper to pins 2 and 3.
Power Service Check
FRUAction
1Power SupplyDisconnect J11 from the system board and check
the following voltages on the power supply cable:
• J11-1 to GND = +5 V dc
• J11-3 to GND = +24 V dc
If you do not have correct voltage, replace the
power supply. Be sure to unplug the machine
before you reconnect the power supply to the
system board.
3Printhead Cable
Parallel Cable
Encoder Card
Turn off the printer. Disconnect one of the
printhead cables and tur n on the printer. Look for a
symptom change. Check the failing part for shorts
and replace as necessary. Repeat this procedure
for the parallel cable and the encoder card.
4System BoardIf the symptom has not changed, replace the
system board.
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Print Quality Service Check
FRUAction
1Print CartridgeBe sure the machine contains good print
cartridges.
2Printhead Carrier
Assembly
3SystemBoard
Printhead Cable
Rubber Backer
Reseat the printhead cables in the system board
and check the following parts for wear or damage:
• Print Cartridge Latch
•LatchSpring
• Carrier
•Performthe
a break in the diagonal line of the test pattern. A
broken line indicates one or more print n ozzles
are not working. Run the test again to verify the
failure. If there are even breaks in the diagonal
line similar to the pattern shown below, replace
the system board.
If there is a single break or random breaks in the
diagonal line check the following:
• Check the gold-plated contacts, on the end of
the cable that connect to the carrier, for dirt and
wear. Use only a clean dry cloth to clean the
contacts. Also check the cable for damage. You
mayneedtoremovethecablefromthecarrierto
inspect it.
• A worn rubber backer results in poor contact
between the printhead cable and the print
cartri dge. Check the rubber backer for wear.
“Test Page” on page 19. Look for
4Maintenance
Station
15
Intermittent nozzle failures can be caused by worn
parts in the maintenance station. Perform the
“Maintenance Station Service Check” on
page 9
, then return to this check.
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FRUAction
5Paper FeedInk smudging and smearing can be caused by
paper problems or problems in the paper feed
area.
Check the following:
• Correct type of paper is being used. Also check
the paper for curl or wrinkles.
• Feed rollers for wear, dirt, or looseness.
•Gearsforwearorbinds.
• Paper path for obstructions.
6TransportBlurred print and voids can be caused by problems
in the transport area. Check the following:
• Transport belt for wear.
• Carrier guide rod for wear or dirt.
• Carrier to carrier frame engagement should be
lubricated with grease P/N 1329301. Do not
lubricate the carrier guide rod.
• Idler pulley parts for wear, damage, or
looseness.
• Encoder strip for wear or dirt.
7Uneven vertical lines can be adjusted by
performing the Bidirectional Alignment. The user is
directed, through the WinWriter 150c Printer
Control program, to perform the head to head and
bidirectional printing alignments, when replacing a
print cartridge.
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Transport Service Check
FRUAction
1Transport MotorCheck the motor for binds, or loose motor pulley.
Disconnect the transport motor (J6) from the
system board. Check for 8 to 18 ohms between
pins 2 and 3 on the motor cable. If the reading is
incorrect, replace the motor.
Checkformotor pins shorted to the motor housing.
If you find a pin shorted to the housing, replace the
motor. If the failure remains, replace the system
board.
2System BoardTurn the printer off and disconnect J6 from the
system board. Turn the printer on and check for a
pulseof6to8VdcbetweenJ6-2andgroundand
between J6-3 and ground on the system board as
the machine goes through POST.
3Carrier Guide RodClean the carrier rod.
Note: Do not lubricate the rod or the carrier rod
bearing surface.
4Transport Belt
Idler Pulley Parts
Carrier Frame
5Encoder StripCheck for wear and dirt.
6Printhead CableBe sure connector J4 is fully seated. Check the
7Encoder Strip
Printhead Cable
Encoder Card
System Board
8Maintenance
Station
Check for worn, loose or broken parts. Check for
obstructions blocking carrier movement.
Carrier to carrier frame engagement should be
lubricated with grease P/N 1329301.
cable for damage.
Perform the
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system board.
A problem with the maintenance station can cause
carrier movement problems at the right margin. Go
to the
“Maintenance Station Service Check”
on page 9
“Encoder Sensor Test” on
. If you cannot enter the test, replace the
.
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Diagnostic Aids3
Use these diagnostic test procedures to verify a repair. There are
two ways to enter test procedures, each procedure will indicate
which one to use:
1.Press the on/off button five times allowing one second between
each press.
2.Turn the machine off, move the two pin jumper on connector J13,
then turn the machine on. The test begins when the power button is pressed. Return the jumper to pins 2 and 3 after you complete testing.
J13
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Test Page
This test prints the test page.
To run a complete test page of black and color patterns, be sure the
print cartridges are in good condition. Install a blackprint cartridge in
the left side of the printhead cradle and a color print cartridge in the
right side.
To enter the test press the on/off button five times allowing one
second between each press. Pages continue to print until you turn
off the power or unplug the printer.
The first line of this test page is the code level and code level date.
The next line is the black print cartridge nozzle pattern. The next
three lines are the purge pattern where all nozzles are printing. This
action cleans (purges) the nozzles. Another nozzle test pattern
follows. These patterns are then repeated for the color cartridge.
These test patterns are used to verify all print cartridge nozzles are
working. There should be no breaks in the diagonal line. A break in
the diagonal line indicates one or more nozzles are not working.
The next patterns to print are the vertical and horizontal alignment
test patterns used to align the black printhead to the color printhead.
The user performs this alignment after changing a print cartridge.
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Parallel Port Test
This test performs a wrap around test between the printer parallel
port and the parallel port test connector.
This test requires a parallel port wrap plug. Install the wrap plug in
the parallel port before you start the test. If the test is successful, the
power on light flashes. If the test is not successful, the power on light
remains off.
To run the test:
1.Turn the machine off and move the two pin jumper on connector
J13 to the pins shown below.
J13
2.Turn the machine on to start the test. Turn power off or unplug
the printer to stop the test.
3.Return the jumper to its original pin position after completing the
test.
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Encoder Sensor Test
This test disables the printer motors to allow you to manually move
the carrier to verify the encoder is working correctly.
To run the test:
1.Turn the machine off and move the two pin jumper on connector
J13 to the pin position shown below.
J13
2.Turn the machine on to start the test. Turn power off or unplug
the printer to stop the test.
3.Return the jumper to its original pin position after completing the
test.
The power on light flashes as the carrier is moved. If the power on
light does not flash, power off the printer and remove the carrier
assembly without unplugging the printhead cable.
Power on the printer and check for +5 V dc at pins 1, 2 and 3 of the
encoder card connector.
1.If voltage is not present, check the printhead cable for opens to
the encoder card. If the printhead cable is good, replace the
system board.
2.If voltage is present, check the sensor on the encoder card by
monitoring pin 3 of the encoder card connector as you pass a
piece of paper through the sensor. The voltage should go from
+5 V dc to 0 V dc. Turn the power off and back on to make this
check again. If the voltage at pin 3 does not change, replace the
encoder card. If the symptom remains, replace the printhead
cable.
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End-of-Forms Sensor Test
This test checks the end-of-forms sensor on the system board.
Check the end-of-forms sensor by either activating the end-of-forms
flag or by placing a piece of paper in the manual feed slot. The
power light goes on and off as you move the flag past the sensor. If
the test fails, replace the system board.
To run the test:
1.Turn the machine off and move the two pin jumper on connector
J13 to the pin position shown below.
J13
2.Turn the machine on to start the test. Turn power off or unplug
the printer to stop the test.
3.Return the jumper to its original pin position after completing the
test.
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Initialize Error Log
This test allows you to track new errors.
Use this procedure to reset the error log to zero. The error log is
especially helpful in diagnosing intermittent or difficult problems. To
start this procedure, the paper sensor must be open by placing a
piece of paper in the manual paper feed slot before you turn the
machine on. The test is complete when power is turned off.
To run the test:
1.Turn the machine off and move the two pin jumper on connector
J13 to the pin position shown below.
J13
2.Turn the machine on to start the test. Turn power off or unplug
the printer to stop the test.
3.Return the jumper to its original pin position after completing the
test.
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Printer Error Log Recovery
This test retrieves the last error from NVRAM.
To run the test:
1.Turn the machine off and move the two pin jumper on connector
J13 to the pin position shown below.
J13
2.Turn the machine on to start the test. Turn power off or unplug
the printer to stop the test.
3.Return the jumper to its original pin position after completing the
test.
The last error appears as a series of flashes of the power on light. If
the power on light does not flash, there are no errors.
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Repair Information4
This chapter explains how to make adjustments to the printer and
how to remove defective parts.
Note: Read the following before handling electronic parts.
Handling ESD-Sensitive Parts
Many electronic products use parts that are known to be sensitive to
electrostatic discharge (ESD). To prevent damage to ESD-sensitive
parts, follow the instructions below in addition to all the usual
precautions, such as turning off power before removing logic boards:
•Keep the ESD-sensitive part in its original shipping container (a
special “ESD bag”) until you are ready to install the part into the
machine.
•Make the least-possible movementswith your body to prevent an
increase of static electricity from clothing fibers, carpets, and
furniture.
•Put the ESD wrist strap on your wrist. Connect the wrist band to
the system ground point. This discharges any static electricity in
your body to the machine.
•Hold the ESD-sensitive part by its edge connector shroud
(cover); do not touch its pins. If you are removing a pluggable
module, use the correct tool.
•Do not place the ESD-sensitive part on the machine cover or on
a metal table; if you need to put down the ESD-sensitive part for
any reason, first put it into its special bag.
•Machine covers and metal tables are electr ical grounds. They
increase the risk of damage because they make a discharge path
from your body through the ESD-sensitive part. (Large metal
objects can be discharge paths without being grounded.)
•Prevent ESD-sensitive parts from being accidentally touched by
other personnel. Install machine covers when you are not
working on the machine, and do not put unprotected ESDsensitive parts on a table.
•If possible, keep all ESD-sensitive parts in a grounded metal
cabinet (case).
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•Be extra careful in working with ESD-sensitive parts when cold
weather heating is used because low humidity increases static
electricity.
Adjustments
The user is directed, in the WinWriter 150c Printer Control program,
to perform the head to head and bidirectional alignment adjustments
after replacing a print cartridge.
Removal Procedures
The following procedures are arranged according to the name of the
printer part discussed. Unplug the power cord before removing any
parts.
Releasing Plastic Latches
Many of the parts are held in place with plastic latches. The latches
break easily; release them carefully. To remove such parts, press the
hook end of the latch away from the part to which it is latched.
Never apply excessive force
Hook
when releasing the hook.
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Base Assembly Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Disconnect the power supply connector at the system board.
4.Unlatch the two ejectors from the large feed roll shaft by pushing
down the ejectors where they grip the large feed roll shaft.
5.Remove the two screws securing the carrier frame to the base
cover.
6.Remove the ground straps from the carrier frame. Slide the
maintenance assembly out of the carrier frame.
7.Slide the machine off the base cover.
Note: when reinstalling the machine on the base assembly, be
sure to connect the ejectors to the large feed roll shaft.
Carrier Belt Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the carrier assembly.
3.Pushthe idler pulley to the right to release the tension on the belt
and remove the belt.
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Carrier Frame Assembly Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the base assembly.
4.Disconnect the paper feed motor connector from the system
board.
5.Remove the four screws [A] securing the carrier frame to the left
and right side frames and remove the carrier frame assembly.
A
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Note: During reassembly:
1.Besure the small feed roll spring extensions [B] are in the groves
of the small feed roll arms.
2.Be sure the short extensions of the two paper flap springs are
trapped under the carrier frame [C].
B
Carrier Transport Motor Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Disconnect the transport motor connector from the system
board.
3.Remove the belt from the transport motor pulley.
C
4.Remove the two screws securing the transport motor to the
carrier frame and remove the motor. Note the routing of the
motor cable.
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Code Module Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Gently pry the Code Module from the system board noting the
position of the notch in the module. The notch is down.
Edge Guide Asm and Paper Load Shaft Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the paper load door and manual insert tray.
4.Remove the pick roll hub, shaft and envelope bucklers.
5.Remove the two screws from the right side frame.
6.Work the paper load shaft out of the side frames.
7.Pull up the bottom of the edge guides to separate them from the
top of the back plate and remove the assembly from the frames.
Note: When reinstalling, be sure the edge guide springs are turned
to the inside to maintain spring tension on the guides.
Ejectors Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Unlatch the ejectors from the large feed roll shaft by pushing
down the ejectors where they grip the large feed roll shaft.
3.To remove the ejectors, unlatch them by prying them forward.
Encoder Card Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the printhead carrier assembly.
3.Disconnect the printhead cable from the encoder card.
4.Remove the screw from the encoder card and remove the card.
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Encoder Strip Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the carrier assembly.
3.Gently release the tension on the encoder strip by flexing the
encoder strip tensioner and remove the encoder strip.
Note: When reinstalling the encoder strip, make sure the ends of
the strip are centered in their mounting notches and the strip does
not bind in the encoder card on the carrier.
Feed Arm Assembly Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the C-clip from the feed arm and remove the assembly.
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Front Cover Removal
1.Place a screwdriver in slot [A] and release the cover latches.
2.Slide the cover forward and off the machine.
A
A
To reassemble:
1.Slide the cover over the matching pieces on the bottom cover.
2.Press in both sides opposite the cover latches until they latch.
Gutter Pad Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the base assembly.
4.Scrape the old gutter pad off the base.
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Inside Idler Gears Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the printer from the base assembly.
4.Remove the paper feed motor.
5.Gently pry the two idler gears from the left side frame. Be careful
not to break the locking tabs [A].
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Large Feed Roll Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the carrier frame assembly.
4.Using a small screwdriver, break the four prongs off the
compound idler gear and remove the idler gear.
5.Remove the large feed roll from the mid frame by pulling it out of
the four mounting clips. Spread the right side frame and remove
the large feed roll.
Note: Install the compound idler gear after the machine is installed
inthebaseassembly.
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Large Outside Gear Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the paper load door and manual insert tray.
4.Remove the C-clip from the feed arm assembly and remove the
feed arm assembly.
5.Remove the C-clip from the left side of the pick roll shaft.
6.Pull the pick roll shaft out far enough to remove the large gear.
A
Note: Gently pull the feed arm guide [A] on the left side frame
forward, then remove the large gear.
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Left Side Frame Assembly Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the carrier frame assembly.
4.Remove the paper load door and manual insert tray.
5.Using a small screwdriver, break the four prongs off the
compound idler gear [A] and remove the idler gear.
6.Remove the two screws [B] securing the left side frame to the
back plate. Slide the left side frame off the back plate. Note the
relationship of the parts.
Note: Install a new compound idler gear [A] after the machine is
installed in the base assembly.
B
A
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Maintenance Station Assembly Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the screw from the maintenance station assembly and
slide the assembly forward, out of the machine.
Maintenance Wipers and Caps Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Push the carrier to the left away from the maintenance station.
3.Gently pull the caps and wipers off their mountings.
Note: When reinstalling the caps, be sure the cap is positioned with
the locking tabs to the left and right before pushing them down on
their mounting posts. Be sure the wipers are completely seated.
Manual Insert Tray Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the paper load door.
4.Spread the right side frame away from the manual insert tray
until the pins in the insert tray clear the frame.
5.Remove the manual insert tray from the left side frame.
Mid Frame Assembly Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the carrier frame assembly.
4.Remove the paper load door and manual insert tray.
5.Remove the small feed roll shaft.
6.Pull up the four clips securing the mid frame to the large feed roll
and work the mid frame out of both side frames.
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Paper Feed Motor Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the base assembly.
4.Remove the two screws securing the paper feed motor and
remove the motor. Note the routing of the motor cable.
Paper Guide and EOF Flag Assembly Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the printhead carrier assembly.
4.Remove the carrier frame assembly.
5.Remove the system board.
6.Remove the encoder strip.
7.Remove the three small feed roll springs.
8.Push the locking tabs [A] to the rear and pull the paper guide
down and out of the carrier frame.
A
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Note: During reassembly:
1.Besure the small feed roll spring extensions [B] are in the groves
of the small feed roll arms.
2.Be sure the short extensions of the two paper flap springs are
trapped under the carrier frame [C].
B
C
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Paper Load Door Removal
Spread the left side frame where it joins the paper load door and
remove the door.
Pick Roll Hub, Shaft and Envelope Bucklers Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the paper load door and manual insert tray.
4.Slide the left paper guide to the right.
5.Remove the C-clip from the left side of the pick roll shaft.
6.Pull the pick roll shaft out to the left and remove the pick roll
shaft, hubs and envelope bucklers.
Note: During reassembly, be sure the pick roll hubs are in the slots
at the bottom of the paper guides and the rolls are c entered on the
pick pads.
Power Supply Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the base assembly.
4.Push down the latches and slide the power supply forward and
off the base assembly.
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Printhead Cable, Cradle & Paper Deflector Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the printhead carrier assembly.
3.Disconnect the printhead cable from the encoder card. Note the
routing of the cable under the retaining clip on the carrier.
4.Separate the cradle from the printhead carrier assembly by
pushing out the cradle latches [A].
Note: Some machines have a cradle with removable interlock keys.
Theinterlockkeyscanberemovedbypryingthekeylatchonthe
back of the cradle.
Rubber Backer
Interlock Keys
Cradle
Latch
A
Spring
Cable
Encoder Card
Carrier
Deflector
Cable
5.Feed the folded end of the printhead cable through the opening
in the carrier assembly and remove the cable.
Note: Use the illustration to assemble the carrier parts in the correct
sequence.
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Note:Be sure the cable is secured under the three retaining clips
[B] on the back of the carrier.
B
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Printhead Carrier Assembly Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Unlock the four printhead cable connectors and disconnect the
printhead cable from the system board.
3.Remove the retainer from the right end of the carrier guide rod.
Note: Some machines may have a retainer spring in place of the
E-ring at the left end of the carrier rod.
4.Slide the carrier guide rod to the left, out of the machine.
5.Lift the carrier out of the machine.
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Printhead Rubber Backer Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the printhead carrier assembly.
3.Separate the cradle from the printhead carrier assembly by
pushing out the cradle latches [A].
Rubber Backer
Interlock Keys
Cradle
Latch
A
Spring
Cable
Encoder Card
Carrier
Deflector
Cable
4.Remove the rubber backer and paper deflector from under the
printhead carrier cable.
Note: Use the illustration to assemble the carrier parts in the correct
sequence.
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Rear Cover Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Place a screwdriver in slot [A] and release the cover latches.
A
A
3.Slide the cover up and off the machine.
4.To reassemble, place the coverover the tabs in the bottom cover
and press down until the cover latches. Be sure the parallel
connector snaps do not get trapped behind the cover.
Right Side Frame Assembly Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the carrier frame assembly.
4.Remove the paper load door and manual insert tray.
5.Remove the two screws securing the right side frame to the back
plate. Slide the ri ght side frame off the back plate. Note the
relationship of the parts.
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Small Feed Roll Shaft, Rollers & Paper Flap Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Remove the rear cover.
3.Remove the carrier frame assembly.
4.Spread the left and right side frames apart far enough to remove
the small feed roll shaft assembly.
System Board Removal
1.Remove the front cover.
2.Unlock the four printhead cable connectors and disconnect the
printhead cables from the system board.
3.Disconnect the other cables from the system board.
4.Gently release the tension on the encoder strip by flexing the
encoder strip tensioner and remove the encoder strip from the
left side only.
5.Remove the three screws securing the system board to the
carrier frame and remove the system board. Note the routing of
the paper feed motor cable.
Note: The head to head and bidirectional printing alignments will be
reset to factory defaults. The user, through the WinWriter 150c
Printer Control program, is directed to perform these alignments.
When reinstalling the system board, it is easier to insert the
printhead cables in the four connectors prior to installing the board.
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Connector Locations6
The machine is shipped with the jumper pin settings in the following
static positions. Be sure to r eturn the jumpers to these pin positions
after testing.
This chapter contains the lubrication specifications. Follow these
recommendations to prevent problems and maintain optimum
performance.
Lubrication Specifications
Lubricate only when parts are replaced or as needed, not on a
scheduled basis. Use grease P/N 1329301 to lubricate the following:
•All gear mounting studs.
•The left and right ends of the large feed roller at the side frames.
•Both ends of the sheet feeder pick roll shaft at the side frames.
•The carrier to carrier frame engagement.
Do not lubricate the carrier guide rod, or carrier guide rod bearings.
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Parts Catalog8
How To Use This Parts Catalog
SIMILAR ASSEMBLIES: If two assemblies contain a
•
majority of identical parts, they are broken down on the
same list. Common parts are shown by one index number.
Parts peculiar to one or the other of the assemblies are
listed separately and identified by description.
•NS: (Not Shown) in the Asm-Index column indicates that
the part is procurable but is not pictured in the illustration.
•PP: in the parts descriptions column indicates the par t is
available in the listed parts packet.
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Assembly 1: Covers
3
2
4
1
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AsmIndex
Part
Number
1-169G411
5
-269G411
6
-369G411
8
-469G411
9
UnitsDescription
1Base Asm includes Exit Tray, Gutter Pad,
Feet
1FrontCover Asm, Access Cover,Button &
LED Lens
1Rear Cover
1Gutter Pad
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Assembly 2: Frames
2
1
5
3
4
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AsmIndex
Part
Number
UnitsDescription
2 -169G41201Left Side Frame Sub-Asm without
Gears - Also order gears B/M
69G4127
-213A12791Mid Frame
-369G41211Right Side Frame
-469G41221Carrier Frame
-569G41884Screw, Frame Mounting (PP)
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Assembly 3: Paper Feed
10
5
8
7
2
6
1
4
3
9
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AsmIndex
Part
Number
UnitsDescription
3 -170G30391Paper Guide Asm includes EOF
Flag, Spring, 3 Small Feed Roll
Springs
On S/N prior to 11-AA000, also
order 13A1280
-269G41261Small Feed Roll Shaft Roll B/M
and Paper Flap
-269G43821Small Feed Roll B/M for
Rubber Large Feed Roll
-369G41291Ejector Asm
-469G41241Large Feed Roll Asm (includes
Small Compound Idler Gear)
-469G43801Rubber Large Feed Roll
-569G41251Paper Feed Motor, Motor Gear,
Toroid
-669G41271Gears B/M
-769G43981Feed Ar m Asm
-869G41882C-Clip (PP)
-969G41883Spring, Small Feed Roll (PP)
-1069G41882Screw, Paper Feed Motor
Mounting (PP)
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Assembly 4: Electronics
5
4
1
2
3
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AsmIndex
Part
Number
UnitsDescription
4 -169G41321System Board
-269G41331Power Supply with Ground Plane,
Insulator, Cover
Power Cord, Argentina
Power Cord, Austria
Power Cord, Belgium
Power Cord, Bolivia
Power Cord, Brazil (LV)
Power Cord, Brazil (HV)
Power Cord, Canada
Power Cord, Chile
Power Cord, Columbia
Power Cord, Costa Rica
Power Cord, Denmark
Power Cord, Ecuador
Power Cord, Egypt
Power Cord, El Salvador
Power Cord, Finland
Power Cord, France
Power Cord, Germany
Power Cord, Guatemala
Power Cord, Honduras
Power Cord, Israel
Power Cord, Italy
Power Cord, Japan
Power Cord, Mexico
Power Cord, Netherlands
Power Cord, Nicaragua
Power Cord, Norway
Power Cord, Panama
Power Cord, Paraguay
Power Cord, Peru
Power Cord, Saudi Arabia
Power Cord, South A frica
Power Cord, Spain
Power Cord, Sweden
Power Cord, Switzerland
Power Cord, United Kingdom
Power Cord, Ur uguay
Power Cord, Venezuela
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Assembly 4: Electronics (continued)
4
5
1
2
3
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AsmIndex
Part
Number
UnitsDescription
-469G41371Code Module
-569G41885Screw, System Board Mounting
(PP)
NS69G41881Screw, Ground Jumper Mounting
(PP)
NS69G41882Jumper, 2-Pin (PP)
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Assembly 5: Carrier
1
9
4
8
2
1
3
1
6
5
2
7
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AsmIndex
Part
Number
UnitsDescription
5 -169G41541Printhead Carrier Asm (includes
Carrier, Cradle, Deflector)
-269G41551Printhead Cable (Folded)
-313671091Rubber Backer
-469G41571Carrier Guide Rod
-569G41561Encoder Card Asm
-669G41881Screw, Encoder Card Mounting
(PP)
-769G41881Retainer Right, Carrier Guide Rod
(PP)
-869G41881E-Ring, Carrier Guide Rod (PP)
Note: An E-Ring can be used in
place of a retainer spring on the
left end of the carrier guide rod.
-969G41531Printhead Cartridge Interlock Key
B/M
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Assembly 6: Carrier Transport
4
2
1
6
3
5
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AsmIndex
Part
Number
UnitsDescription
6 -169G41581Carrier Transport Motor & Pulley
-269G41591Carrier Belt
-369G41621Encoder Strip
-369G44031Encoder Strip
(Later Level - Slimmer)
-469G41631Idler Pulley Tension Asm
-569G41882Screw, Carrier Transport Motor
Mounting (PP)
-669G41881Tensioner, Encoder Strip (PP)
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Assembly 7: Sheet Feeder
8
9
11
6
5
2
10
1
4
4
12
16
15
14
13
7
3
12
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AsmIndex
Part
Number
UnitsDescription
7 -169G41661Right Edge Guide & Width Adjust
Strip
-269G41671Left Edge Guide
-369G41311Upper Paper Support
-413674691Pick Roll & Paper Load Shaft B/M
-513674632Pick Roll Hub Asm
-613670191Envelope Buckler B/M, Left & Right
-769G41691Back Plate
-869G41641Paper Load Door Asm
-969G41651Manual Insert Tray
-1069G41271Gear, Paper Load (Gears B/M)
-1169G41881E-Ring (PP)
-1269G41884Screw, Side Frame (PP)
-1369G41881Spring, Left Paper Load (PP)
-1469G41881Spring, Right Paper Load (PP)
-1569G41881Spring, Pick Roll Clutch
-1669G41881Spacer
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2
3
1
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AsmIndex
Part
number
UnitsDescription
8 -169G41861Maintenance Station Asm
-213673891Wiper and Cap B/M (one of each)
-369G41881Screw, Maintenance Station
Mounting (PP)
Power Consumption1
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Problems
Carrier Transport6
Communications6
Maintenance Station6
Paper Feed7
Power7
Print Quality7
R
Removals
Base Assembly27
Carrier Belt27
Carrier Frame28
Carrier Transport Motor29
Code Module30
Edge Guide Asm30
Ejectors30
Encoder Card30
Encoder Strip31
Envelope Bucklers40
EOF Flag Asm38
Feed Arm Assembly31
Front Cover32
Gutter Pad Adhesive Pad32
Inside idler Gears33
Large Feed Roll34
Large Outside Gear35
Left Side Frame36
Maintenance Station37
Maintenance Wipers & Caps37
Manual Insert Tray37
Mid Frame Assembly37
Paper Deflector41
Paper Feed Motor38
Paper Flap46
Paper Guide38
Paper Load Door40
Paper Load Shaft30
Pick Roll Hub40
Pick Roll Shaft40
Power Supply40
Printhead Cable41
Printhead Carrier43
Printhead Cradle41
Printhead Rubber Backer44
Rear Cover45
Right Side Frame45
Small Feed Roll Shaft46
Small Feed Rollers46
System Board46
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S
Service Checks
Envelope Feed8
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First Print Line8
Maintenance Station9
Paper Feed10
Paper Path13
Parallel Port14
Power14
Print Quality15
Transport17