Epson 8500 Printer User Manual


 
DFX-8500
0 When you remove the connector cover, be careful not to break the tabs..
0 When you rem-m? the printhead cable holder; be careful not to break the printhead holder latch. Use
a slotted screwdriver if necessay
Step 1: Open the top cover and remove the ribbon cartridge.
Step 2: Remove the hvo CBS (M3x8) screws securing the FPC cover to the bottom plate of the printer
mechanism.
Step 3: Disconnect the three printhead cables and a ground cable from the connector junction board on me
bottom plate.
Note 1. When disconnect the cables, hold the cable close to the connector.
Note 2. bVhen disconnect the cable, hold the connector to prevent it from being pulled off the board.
Note 3. When disconnect the cable, pull it slowly and horizontally to the right, es viewed from the
front side.
CBS(M3X8)
FPC Cover
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Printhead Cables
nectar Junction Board
Figure 3-9. Ribbon Cartridge Removal Figure 3-10. Head Cable Removal
Step 4: Unlock the two head cable cover latches by pressing them with your fingers, then remove the
cover by sliding it to the right. Remove the cable protection sheet, too.
Figure 3-11. Head Cable Cover Removal
Rev. A