Manual
Spectrum2 Printer Operator’s Guide
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Printhead Replacement Procedure
Figure 16: The printhead's printing element is fragile, avoid touching the printing element
To replace printhead, you will need the following tools:
• Phillips-head screwdriver
Important: Always turn power off and unplug printer prior to removing print head.
Important: The printhead is fragile. Avoid touching the printing element and always
store the printhead on a soft area such as a clean paper towel
Wait until all printing has finished, and remove any CD still on the Tray.
• Power off and unplug printer
• Remove the top cover, remove ribbon, and set aside.
• Printhead is held by two Philips head screws
• Look down top of chassis to locate Philips head screws
• Use screw driver to loosen screw (note: screws are captive and will not fall out)
• Open Chassis (pull chassis knob out, and lift chassis)
• Printhead will hang from two cable connectors
• Note the position and orientation of the connectors
• Remove printhead from cable connectors, and place aside
• Attach cable connectors (noting orientation) to new printhead
Printing element
Print Control
Power Connection
Securing Screw
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