Rice Lake TSP-700 Technical Manual
THERMAL PRINTER
TSP700 Series
TECHNICAL MANUAL
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NOTICE
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of this manual at the time of going to press. However, should any
errors be detected, STAR would greatly appreciate being informed of them.
• The above notwithstanding, STAR can assume no responsibility
for any errors in this manual.
© Copyright 2001Star Micronics Co.,Ltd.
INTRODUCTION
This manual describes the thermal printer TSP700 series.
It is designed for use as a reference for periodic inspections and maintenance procedures to be executed
by service personnel. It is not intended for the general user. Users of this manual should have a basic
knowledge and understanding of the English language.
• This manual is divided into the following sections:
Chapter 1 Parts Replacement and Adjustments
Chapter 2 Maintenance and Lubrication
Chapter 3 Parts List
• First edition : Mar. 2001
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CHAPTER 1
PARTS REPLACEMENT
This chapter explains disassembly and reassembly of the printer. Note the following precautions during
disassembly and reassembly.
1. Disconnect the printer power cord plug from the wall outlet before servicing it.
2. Assembly is the reverse of disassembly unless otherwise specified.
3. After reassembly, coat the screw heads with locking sealant.
4. Lubrication information is not provided in this chapter. Refer to item 2 of chapter 2.
5. The printer has no adjustable parts.
1. Lower Case Unit ....................................................................................................3
2. Upper Case Unit ....................................................................................................3
3. Board Chassis Unit ...............................................................................................4
4. Main Logic Board ..................................................................................................4
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5. Platen Unit..............................................................................................................5
6. Paper Feed Motor ..................................................................................................5
PARTS REPLACEMENT
1. Lower Case Unit
(1) Turn off the power switch 1, disconnect the power
cord from the wall outlet.
(2) Remove
• Two tapping screws 2
• Two tapping screws 3
• Lower case unit 4
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2. Upper Case Unit
(1) Turn off the power switch1, disconnect the power
cord from the wall outlet.
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(2) Remove the lower case unit according to the
procedure described in item 1.
(3) Push the cover open lever 2, and open the printer
cover 3.
(4) Remove the upper case unit 4.
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PARTS REPLACEMENT
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3. Board Chassis Unit
(1) Turn off the power switch1, disconnect the power
cord from the wall outlet.
(2) Remove
• Upper case according to the procedure described
in item 2.
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• Three screws 2
• Screw 3
• Screw 4
• Three wires 5
• Six connectors 6
• Printer mechanism 7
• Board chassis unit 8
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4. Main Logic Board
(1) Turn off the power switch, disconnect the power
coard from the wall outlet.
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(2) Remove
• Board chassis unit according to the procedure
described in item 3.
• Two screws 1
• Interface board unit 2
• Six screws 3
• Two connectors 4
• Power switch 5
• Sub-board 6
• Main logic board 7
• Board chassis 8
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PARTS REPLACEMENT
5. Platen Unit
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5
(1) Turn off the power switch, disconnect the power
cord from the wall outlet.
(2) Push the cover open lever 1, and open the printer
cover 2.
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(3) Remove
• Stop ring 3
• Bearing 4
• Platen unit 5
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6. Paper Feed Motor
(1) Turn off the power switch, disconnect the power
cord from the wall outlet.
(2) Remove
• Printer mechanism according to the procedure
described in item 3.
• Screw 1
• Paper feed motor unit 2
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CHAPTER 2
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
1. Maintenance...........................................................................................................9
1-1. Cleaning .................................................................................................................. 9
1-2. Checks ..................................................................................................................... 9
2. Lubrication...........................................................................................................10
2-1. Type of oil.............................................................................................................. 10
2-2. Lubrication method .............................................................................................. 10
2-3. Lubrication locations ........................................................................................... 10
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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
1. Maintenance
Carry out maintenance control items listed below to maintain the original performance of this printer and prevent trouble
from occurring.
1-1. Cleaning
(1) Removal of dirt.
Clean the dirt with tissure or soft cloth.
Note: Do not use thinners or trichlene/ketone base solvents for cleaning as they can damage plastic parts.
Be careful not to damage electrical parts, wired areas or mechanisms and avoid getting them wet.
(2) Removal of dust, pile, etc.
Clean with a vacuum cleaner.
Note: Check the amount of oil after cleaning and lubricate if necessary.
1-2. Checks
Maintenance checks for this printer is divided into the two areas of “daily check” that the person using the printer carries
out during normal use and “regular check” that can be done only by an experienced person with a knowledge of the
equipment.
(1) Daily check:
Check that the printer is being properly used.
• Is the peper set correctly?
• Is there any dirt or foreign object in the printer?
(2) Regular check:
Carry out regular check and lubrication after six months use or after printing 1 million lines.
• Check for bending of springs.
• Remove any dirt or dust in the area of the detectors.
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