Epson R220-R230 Service

SERVICE MANUAL
Color Inkjet Printer
EPSON Stylus Photo R220/R230
SEIJ05014
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PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1) Personal injury and 2) damage to equipment.
DANGER Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in performing
procedures preceded by DANGER Headings.
WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.
The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/maintenance procedures.
DANGER
1. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR PROCEDURES.
2. NO WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT BY PERSONS UNFAMILIAR WITH BASIC SAFETY MEASURES AS DICTATED FOR ALL ELECTRONICS
TECHNICIANS IN THEIR LINE OF WORK.
3. WHEN PERFORMING TESTING AS DICTATED WITHIN THIS MANUAL, DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO. WHEN
THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE MUST BE CONNECTED, USE EXTREME CAUTION IN WORKING ON POWER SUPPLY AND OTHER ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS.
4. WHEN DISASSEMBLING OR ASSEMBLING A PRODUCT, MAKE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES TO AVOID INJURIER FROM METAL PARTS WITH SHARP EDGES.
WARNING
1. REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN.
2. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF THE EPSON PRODUCT
HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE.
3. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING PRINTED CIRCUIT
BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS.
4. IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS ANTI-STATIC WRIST STRAPS, WHEN
ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
5. DO NOT REPLACE IMPERFECTLY FUNCTIONING COMPONENTS WITH COMPONENTS WHICH ARE NOT MANUFACTURED BY EPSON. IF SECOND SOURCE IC OR
OTHER COMPONENTS WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED ARE USED, THEY COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EPSON PRODUCT, OR COULD VOID THE
WARRANTY OFFERED BY EPSON.
6. WHEN USING COMPRESSED AIR PRODUCTS; SUCH AS AIR DUSTER, FOR CLEANING DURING REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE, THE USE OF SUCH PRODUCTS
CONTAINING FLAMMABLE GAS IS PROHIBITED.
About This Manual
This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of the printer. The instructions and
procedures included herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.
Manual Configuration Symbols Used in this Manual

This manual consists of six chapters and Appendix. Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide additional
CHAPTER 1. TROUBLESHOOTING information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger present during a
Describes the step-by-step procedures for the troubleshooting. procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when they are used, and
CHAPTER 2. DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY always read NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING messages.
Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling and
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or
assembling the product. W A R N IN G
condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or
CHAPTER 3. ADJUSTMENT loss of life.
Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment.
CHAPTER 4. MAINTENANCE
Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, or
C A U T IO N
Epson-approved lubricants and adhesives required for condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to,
servicing the product. or destruction of, equipment.
APPENDIX Provides the following additional information for
reference:
C H E C K
May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or
• Exploded Diagrams
P O IN T condition that is necessary to accomplish a task efficiently. It
• Parts List may also provide additional information that is related to a
• Electrical Circuits specific subject, or comment on the results achieved through a
previous action.
A D J U S T M E N T Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or

R E Q U IR E D condition that is necessary to keep the product’s quality.
Indicates that a particular task must be carried out according to a

certain standard after disassembly and before re-assembly,
otherwise the quality of the components in question may be
adversely affected.
Revision Status
Revision Issued Date Description
A August 24, 2005 First Release

EPSON Stylus Photo R220/R230 Revision A
CONTENTS
Chapter 1 TROUBLESHOOTING Chapter 3 ADJUSTMENT
1.1 Overview ............................................................................................................... 8 3.1 Adjustment Items and Overview......................................................................... 82
1.2 Troubleshooting with LED Indications and Status Monitor 3 Message ............... 9 3.1.1 Servicing Adjustment Item List.................................................................. 82
1.3 Unit Level Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 16 3.1.2 Replacement Part-Based Adjustment Priorities ......................................... 86
3.2 Adjustment by using adjustment program........................................................... 88
3.2.1 Market Setting ............................................................................................ 88
Chapter 2 DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY
3.2.2 USB ID Input.............................................................................................. 88
2.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 41 3.2.3 Head ID Input ............................................................................................. 88
2.1.1 Precautions.................................................................................................. 41 3.2.4 Head Angular Adjustment .......................................................................... 88
2.1.2 Recommended Tools .................................................................................. 41 3.2.5 Bi-d Adjustment ......................................................................................... 89
2.1.3 Pre-Shipment Checks.................................................................................. 42 3.2.6 PW Sensor Adjustment............................................................................... 90
2.2 Caution regarding assembling/disassembling the printer mechanism, 3.2.7 First Dot Adjustment .................................................................................. 90
and how to ensure the quality of reassembled product ....................................... 43 3.2.8 CR Motor Deviation Correction ................................................................. 91
2.3 Disassembly......................................................................................................... 45 3.2.9 A4 Normal Paper Print ............................................................................... 91
2.3.1 Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Stacker Assy. removal ............. 46 3.2.10 A4 Photo Quality Inkjet Paper Print......................................................... 91
2.3.2 Housing, Frame/Panel/Panel Board Removal ........................................... 48 3.2.11 A4 Glossy Photo Paper print .................................................................... 91
2.3.3 ASF Assy. Removal.................................................................................... 50 3.3 Adjustment Except Adjustment Program............................................................ 92
2.3.4 CR Motor Removal..................................................................................... 52 3.3.1 PG Adjustment ........................................................................................... 92
2.3.5 Print Head Removal.................................................................................... 54
2.3.6 Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front Removal ................................................. 55 Chapter 4 MAINTENANCE
2.3.7 Main Board Assy. Removal........................................................................ 57
2.3.8 Holder, Shaft Assy./LD Roller Removal .................................................... 59 4.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 96
2.3.9 APG Assy. Removal .................................................................................. 62 4.1.1 Cleaning...................................................................................................... 96
2.3.10 Paper Guide, Upper Removal .................................................................. 63 4.1.2 Service Maintenance................................................................................... 96
2.3.11 Carriage Unit Removal ............................................................................. 64 4.1.3 Lubrication.................................................................................................. 98
2.3.12 Printer Mechanism/Housing, Lower Removal ......................................... 69
2.3.13 Power Supply Board Removal.................................................................. 72 Chapter 5 APPENDIX
2.3.14 CDR Guide Assy. Removal ..................................................................... 73
5.1 Exploded Diagrams ........................................................................................... 106
2.3.15 Ink System Unit Removal......................................................................... 74
2.3.16 Paper Guide, Front/Roller EJ Assy. Removal .......................................... 76 5.2 Parts List............................................................................................................ 111
2.3.17 PF Motor Removal ................................................................................... 79 5.3 Electrical Circuits .............................................................................................. 113
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CHAPTER
1
TROUBLESHOOTING
1.1 Overview Table 1-2. Motor, Coil Resistance

Motor Location Check Point Resistance
This chapter describes how to identify troubles in two levels: unit level repair and
PF Motor Same as ASF/ Pin1 and 3 3.0Ω ±10%
component level repair. Refer to the flowchart in this chapter to identify the defective CN6
Pump Motor Pin2 and 4 (25°C/Phase)
unit and perform component level repair if necessary. This chapter also explains motor
coil resistance, sensor specification and error indication. Since CR Motor and APG Motor are DC Motors, the resistance among the electric
poles varies. Therefore, judge if it is normal or abnormal based on if there is no
operation of the motor or not; the resistance values cannot be used to judge the
abnormality. However, it is difficult to judge accurately, if it is not clear, replace the
START motor.
UNIT-LEVEL TROUBLESHOOTING
Table 1-3. Sensor Check Point
Sensor Name Location Check Point Signal Level Switch Mode
Off:
More than 2.4V
No Paper
UNIT REPAIR PE Sensor CN9 Pin1 and 2
On:
Less than 0.4V
Paper
Off:
More than 2.4V
Anywhere of PG
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT
PG Sensor CN14 Pin1 and 2 On:
Less than 0.4V In process of
switching PG
END On:
-
Star Wheel ASF Mode
CN11 Pin1 and 2
Sensor Off:
Table 1-1. Troubleshooting Flowchart -
CDR Mode
Off:
-
CDR Tray No CDR Tray
CN11 Pin3 and 4
Sensor On:
-
Detect CDR Tray
TROUBLESHOOTING Overview 8
1.2 Troubleshooting with LED Indications and Status Monitor 3 Message

This chapter describes the LED Indications and the STM3 messages which are displayed when the printer detects an error in each operation such as power on, paper loading/feeding
and ink absorption operation.
Table 1-4. LED Indications and STM3

LED Indication
Printer status STM message Condition of error detection
Power Paper Ink
This error is detected when;

1. Carriage Unit cannot move correctly by the
Fatal error OFF Fast Blink Fast Blink
external force in each operation.
2. PF Motor cannot rotate correctly.
This error is detected when the Value of the

Alternant Alternant Protection Counter A set in EEPROM reaches
Maintenance Request. OFF
Blink 1 Blink 2 its limits (Variable between 20000 and 46750
points).
Fast Blink : 0.1sec. on + 0.1sec. off

Alternant Blink1 : 0.5sec. on + 0.5sec. off
Alternant Blink2 : 0.5sec. on + 0.5sec. off
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting with LED Indications and Status Monitor 3 Message 9


LED Indication
Power Paper Ink

1. Paper is present in ASF Assy. and CDR
Guide Assy. is open while receiving print
data.
CD/DVD Guide Error -- Blink 2 Fast Blink 2. CDR Guide Assy. opens while printing.
3. CDR Guide Assy. is open while receiving
ASF paper feed data.
4. Attempting to replace the ink while CDR
Guide Assy. is open.

1. The end of paper cannot be detected by the
Paper Jam Error PE Sensor in a paper loading.
-- Blink --
(Including CD/DVD) 2. The rear of CD/DVD cannot be detected by
the Star Wheel Sensor in a CD/DVD
loading.
-- : No Change of the LED Status

Blink : 0.5sec. on + 0.5sec. off
Blink 2 : 0.2sec.on + 0.2sec. off + 0.2sec. on + 0.4sec. off


LED Indication
Power Paper Ink
This error is detected when feeding business

Card Error -- Fast Blink --
card sized paper in landscape orientation.
This error is detected when the top of paper

Paper Out Error -- ON -- cannot be detected by the PE Sensor in a paper
loading.



LED Indication
Power Paper Ink
This error is detected when the CD/DVD Tray

CD/DVD Tray Error -- ON -- cannot be detected after attempting to print on a
CD or DVD.


LED Indication
Power Paper Ink
This error is detected when the Ink Cartridge is

not installed or not in proper position.
No Ink Cartridge -- -- ON
This error is detected when the CSIC

information data of the ink cartridge cannot be
read or written normally.


LED Indication
Power Paper Ink

1. The Ink Cartridge has run out of ink.
2. The Ink Cartridge is faulty.
Ink Out Error -- -- ON
(Note)
Even after Ink Out Error is detected, a small
amount of ink remains in the Ink Cartridge to
protect the Print Head from printing operation.
This error is detected when the ink consumption

reached 90%.
(Note)
Ink Low Condition -- -- Blink When the Ink Low Condition is detected, the
Error Reset LED is blink. The blinking
continues until the cartridge is replaced with a
new one and the Carriage Unit returns to the
home position.
Note:
Printing operation can be performed until it becomes ink out condition even after
the error message is displayed on STM3. However, the Head Cleaning operation
may not be performed due to the Ink Low Condition.
Blink : 0.5sec. on + 0.5sec. off


LED Indication
Power Paper Ink
This error is detected when the printer cannot

Communication Error -- -- --
communicate with the PC properly.

1.3 Unit Level Troubleshooting The following is the example of How to use the following tables.
ex.) When a fatal error occurs because the CR Motor is out of the home position at
You can identify the troubles by using the checklist in this section after confirming the power-on. If you see the table below, you will find out three possible causes of
LED indication on the control panel or the error message displayed on STM3 of the PC CR Motor failure. Then troubleshoot the problem according to the "Fatal Error
connected to the printer. As a result, you can save the whole repair time. When finding Check Points by Phenomenon."
any faulty parts, refer to Chapter 2 "DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY" and replace them.
The following tables describe the error conditions (LED and STM3) and their possible (Note)
cause. When individual part that makes up the Roller EJ Assy., the PF Motor and the Ink
System Assy. is defective, replace the Printer Mechanism with a new one basically.
However, if an individual part needs to be replaced urgently, execute the necessary
operation by referring to Chapter 2 "DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY."
Table 1-5. Status and Possible Causes of Fatal Error

Carriage Unit
LED Indication Occurrence
Error Status Position Faulty Unit/Part Name Possible Causes Remedy
STM3 Message Timing
at Power-on
The CR Motor Cable is disconnected.
CR Motor CR Motor failure
The CR Motor cable is damaged.
Power : OFF The PF Motor Cable is disconnected.

C/R Off HP
Paper : Fast Blink PF Motor PF Motor failure
Fatal Refer to
Ink : Fast Blink At Power-on
Error The PF Motor Cable is damaged. Table 1-6
General error Paper Guide, Upper The Paper Guide, Upper comes off.
Ink System The Compression Spring, 2.36 comes off.
Main Board Main Board failure
Anywhere
CR Scale The CR Scale comes off.
TROUBLESHOOTING Unit Level Troubleshooting 16

Table 1-6. Fatal Error Check Points by Phenomenon

Occurrence
Faulty Part/
Timing Phenomenon Detail Check Point Remedy
Part Name
Position of CR
1. Check if the CR Motor Cable is connected to CN5 on the 1. Connect the CR Motor Cable to CN5 on the
CR Motor does not work at all when
CR Motor Main Board. Main Board.
turning on the power.
2. Check if the CR Motor Cable is not damaged. 2. Replace the CR Motor with a new one.
1. Check if the PF Motor Cable is connected to CN6 on the 1. Connect the PF Motor Cable to CN6 on the
Main Board. Main Board.
PF Motor 2. Check if the resistance of the PF Motor is approximately 2. Replace the PF Motor with a new one.
3.0Ω using a tester. Refer to Table 1-2.
3. Check if the PF Motor Cable is not damaged. 3. Replace the PF Motor with a new one.
1. Check if the Compression Spring, 2.36 of the Lever, 1. Replace the Ink System with a new one.
The Carriage Unit strikes on the Lever, Change has not detached.
Change which is leaning forward when Lever, Change
turning on the power.
Ink System
At Power-on
C/R Off HP
Compression Spring, 2.36
1. Check if the Paper Guide, Upper has not detached from 1. Reassemble the Paper Guide, Upper to the
the Main Frame. Main Frame.
Paper Guide, Upper

The Carriage Unit hits the Paper Guide.
Paper Guide,
Upper part has detached from Main
Upper
Frame during power up.
The Carriage Unit strikes on the right 1. Check if the CR Scale has not detached or it properly 1. Reassemble the CR Scale correctly.
At Power-on
side of the Main Frame when turning on CR Scale passes through the slit of the CR Encoder Sensor Board. * If the problem is not solved, replace the
Anywhere
the power. Main Board with a new one.

Table 1-7. Status and Possible Causes of CD/DVD Guide Error

Carriage Unit
STM3 Message Timing
at Power-on
Power : -- Housing, Frame Contact point of the Star Wheel Sensor is cracked.
Paper : Blink 2 The Star Wheel Sensor is damaged.
CD/DVD Guide Refer to
Ink : Fast Blink At Power-on At HP Star Wheel Sensor
Error The Star Wheel Sensor Cable is broken. Table 1-8
CD/DVD guide open Main Board Elements failure

Table 1-8. CD/DVD Guide Error Check Points by Phenomenon

Occurrence
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Position of CR
1. Check if the contact point of the Housing, Frame with the 1. Replace the Housing, Frame with a new one.
Star Wheel Sensor is not cracked.
Contact Point
Housing, Frame
1. Check if the Star Wheel Sensor is connected to CN14 on 1. Connect the Star Wheel Sensor to CN14 on
An error occurs even if the CDR Guide the Main Board. the Main Board.
At Power-on
Assy. is closed when turning on the
At HP
power. Star Wheel Sensor
Star Wheel Sensor
2. Check if the Star Wheel Sensor is not damaged. 2. Replace the Star Wheel Sensor with a new
3. Check if the Star Wheel Sensor Cable is not broken. one.
3. Replace the Star Wheel Sensor with a new
one.
Main Board 1. Check if any device on the Main Board is not damaged. 1. Replace the Main Board with a new one.

Table 1-9. Status and Possible Causes of Paper Jam Error

Carriage Unit
STM3 Message Timing
at Power-on
The PF Motor Cable is disconnected.
PF Motor PF Motor failure
The PF Motor Cable is damaged.
ASF Assy. The Extension Spring 0.45 comes off.
Anywhere The Torsion Spring, 0.22 for the PE Sensor Lever comes off.
PE Sensor failure
PE Sensor The PE Sensor Cable is disconnected.
The PE Sensor Cable is damaged.
Power : -- PE Sensor Cable routing failure
Paper : Blink
Ink : -- During The Torsion Spring, 0.22 for the PE Sensor Lever comes off. Refer to
Paper Jam Error C/R Off HP PE Sensor
operation PE Sensor Cable routing failure Table 1-10
Paper jam or CD/DVD
tray jam ASF Assy. Torsion Spring, 6.45 comes off.
The Star Wheel Roller comes off.
Frame EJ Assy. The Frame EJ Assy. is deformed (Lower side warpage).
Frame EJ Assy. assembly failure
- Holder Shaft, Unit The Torsion Spring, 0.22 for the PE Sensor Lever comes off.
Paper Guide, Front The Porous Pad for borderless print comes off.
The Roller EJ Assy. comes off.
Roller EJ Assy.
The Spur Gear, 41.48 comes off.
Paper Guide, Upper The Paper Guide, Upper comes off.

Table 1-10. Paper Jam Error Check Points by Phenomenon

Occurrence
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Position of CR
1. Check if the PF Motor Connector Cable is connected to 1. Connect the PF Motor Connector Cable to
CN6 on the Main Board. CN6 on the Main Board.
The PF Motor does not work at all. PF Motor 2. Check if the coil resistance of the PF Motor is 2. Replace the PF Motor with a new one.
approximately 3.0Ω with a tester. Refer to Table 1-2.
3. Check if the PF Motor Connector Cable is not damaged. 3. Replace the PF Motor with a new one.
1. Check if the Roller, Retard Assy. operates properly while 1. Reassemble the Extension Spring, 0.45
feeding paper. located under the Roller, Retard Assy.
ASF Assy.
Extension
Spring, 0.45
At power-on
Anywhere 1. Check if the Torsion Spring, 0.22 is not unfastened from 1. Reassemble the Torsion Spring, 0.22.
Paper feeding operation is performed the PE Sensor Lever.
normally, but paper is not sent into the
printer.
PE Sensor
Torsion Spring, 0.22
2. Check if the PE Sensor Cable is not unfastened. 2. Connect the PE Sensor Connector to CN9 on
the Main Board.
3. Check if the PE Sensor Cable is correctly mounted on the 3. Route the PE Sensor Cable correctly.
Holder, Shaft, LD Roller.
4. Check if the PE Sensor Cable is not damaged. 4. Replace the PE Sensor with a new one.


Occurrence
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Position of CR
The Carriage Unit moves to the home 1. Check if the Torsion Spring, 0.22 for The PE Sensor 1. Reassemble the Torsion Spring, 0.22.
position properly when turning on the Lever is not unfastened.
During operation
power. Then paper feeding operation is PE Sensor* 2. Check if the PE Sensor Cable is correctly routed on the 2. Route the PE Sensor Cable the correctly.
C/R Off HP
performed normally, but paper is not Holder, Shaft, LD Roller.
sent into the printer.
1. Check if the Roller, Retard Assy. operates properly while 1. Reassemble the Extension Spring, 0.45 back
feeding paper. of the Roller, Retard Assy.
When feeding paper, the leading edge of

paper is detected at proper time, but the
paper is ejected without being set at the ASF Assy.
print start position. At this time, the next
paper is fed to the PE Sensor Lever.
Extension
Spring, 0.45
1. Check if the Star Wheels have not detached. 1. Reassemble the Star Wheel correctly.
2. Check if the Frame EJ Assy. is correctly assembled. 2. Reassemble the Frame EJ Assy. correctly.
Frame EJ Assy.**
3. Check if lower part of the Frame EJ Assy. is not 3. Replace the Frame EJ Assy. with a new one.
During operation deformed.
-
1. Check if the porous pad of the Paper Guide, Front has not 1. Remount the porous pad correctly.
Paper Guide, Front
detached.
1. Check if the Roller EJ Assy. is correctly assembled. 1. Reassemble the Roller EJ Assy. correctly
The leading edge of paper will not pass onto the Printer Mechanism.
between the Roller EJ Assy. and the Star 2. Check if the Spur Gear, 41.48 has not detached. 2. Reattach the Spur Gear, 41.48 to the Roller
Wheels. EJ Assy. correctly.
Roller EJ Assy.
Spur Gear, 41.48


Occurrence
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Position of CR
1. Check if the Paper Guide, Upper has not detached from 1. Reattach the Paper Guide, Upper to the Main
the Main Frame. Frame.
Paper Guide, Upper

During operation The leading edge of paper is not sent to Paper Guide,
- the PF Roller. Upper
* The Carriage Unit can move to the home position even if the Extension Spring, 0.22 has detached or the PE Sensor is not set in the correct position.
However, in the next operation, a Paper Jam Error will be detected since the PE Sensor Lever has been kept in a high signal status.
** There some cases where the jammed paper may damage the Print Head by contacting the surface of the Print Head nozzle when a Paper Jam Error occurs.

Table 1-11. Status and Possible Causes of Card Error

Carriage Unit
STM3 Message Timing
at Power-on
Power : -- The PW Sensor FFC is disconnected.

Paper : Fast Blink PW Sensor PW Sensor failure
Before start Refer to
Card Error Ink : -- -
to print The PW Sensor FFC is broken. Table 1-12
Unknown error Main Board Elements failure
Table 1-12. Card Error Check Points by Phenomenon

Occurrence
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Position of CR
1. Check if the PF Sensor FFC is not disconnected. 1. Connect the PW Sensor FFC to CN2 on the
CR Encoder Sensor Board.
Before start to The top edge of the business card is not PW Sensor
print fed to the PF Roller because the business
- card is set in landscape orientation.
PW Sensor FFC
2. Check if the PW Sensor is not damaged. 2. Replace the PW Sensor with a new one.
3. Check if the PW Sensor FFC is not broken. 3. Replace the PW Sensor with a new one.
Main Board 1. Check if any element on the Main Board is not damaged. 1. Replace the Main Board with a new one.

Table 1-13. Status and Possible Causes of Paper Out Error

Carriage Unit
STM3 Message Timing
at Power-on
The Compression Spring, 2.51 comes off.
ASF Assy.
The Extension Spring 0.45 comes off.
The Extension Spring 0.143 comes off.
The projection of the Clutch is disconnected.
The Clutch Tooth is damaged.
Power : -- Holder, Shaft, LD Roller
Paper : ON The Clutch is damaged.
Ink : -- During Refer to
Paper Out Error - Frictional force of the LD Roller deteriorates.
operation Table 1-14
Paper out or not The Paper Guide, Upper (HP Side) comes off.
loaded correctly. The PF Motor Cable is disconnected.
PF Motor PF Motor failure
The PF Motor Cable is damaged.
The Compression Spring, 2.36 comes off.
Ink System
The edge of the Lever, Change is damaged.
Table 1-14. Paper Out Error Check Points by Phenomenon

Occurrence Timing Faulty Part/
Phenomenon Detail Check Point Remedy
Position of CR Part Name
1. Check if the Hopper works properly while feeding paper. 1. Reassemble the ASF Frame and the
Compression Spring, 2.51 correctly.

THe Holder, Shaft, LD Roller rotates to
During operation
feed the paper, but the Hopper does not ASF Assy.
-
operate.


1. Check if the Roller, Retard Assy. operates properly while 1. Reassemble the Extension Spring, 0.45
feeding paper. located under the Roller, Retard Assy.
When feeding paper, the leading edge of

paper is detected at proper time, but the
ASF Assy.
paper is ejected without being set at the
print start position.
Extension
Spring, 0.45
1. Check if the Extension Spring,0.143 in the Clutch 1. Reassemble the Extension Spring, 0.143 in
Mechanism has not detached. the Clutch Mechanism.
2. Check if the Clutch has not detached from the dowel of 2. Reassemble the round portion of the Clutch
During operation the Shaft, LD Roller. on the dowel of the Shaft, LD Roller.
- 3. Check if the Clutch Tooth is not damaged. 3. Replace Holder, Shaft, LD Roller with a new
one.
Extension Spring, 0.143
The PF Motor and the Spur Gear, 37.242 Holder, Shaft,
rotate properly, but the Holder, Shaft, LD Roller Clutch Tooth
LD Roller does not feed paper. (The
driving of the PF Motor is not
transmitted to the Holder, Shaft, LD
Roller.)
Dowel of the Holder, Shaft, LD Roller
4. Check if the Clutch is not damaged. 4. Replace the Holder, Shaft, LD Roller with a
new one.
Paper Guide, 1. Check if the Paper Guide, Upper (only HP side) has not 1. Reassemble the Paper Guide, Upper to the
Upper detached from the Main Frame. Main Frame.
(Only HP side)


1. Check if the Compression Spring, 2.36 of the Lever, 1. Replace the Ink System with a new one.
Change has not detached.
Lever, Change
The PF Motor and the Spur Gear, 37.242
rotate properly, but the Holder, Shaft,
LD Roller does not feed paper. (The Ink System
drive of the PF Motor is not transmitted
to the Holder, Shaft, LD Roller.)
The Holder, Shaft, LD Roller is not set 1. Check if the tip of the Lever, Change is not damaged. 1. Replace the Ink System with a new one.
in the ASF home position and paper is Ink System
always fed from the ASF Assy.
During operation 1. Check if the PF Connector Cable is connected to CN6 on 1. Connect the PF Motor Connector Cable to
- The Holder, Shaft, LD Roller does not the Main Board. CN6 on the Main Board.
feed paper during the feeding operation.
PF Motor 2. Check if the coil resistance of the PF Motor is 2. Replace the PF Motor with a new one.
The PF Motor and the Spur Gear, 37.242
approximately 3.0Ω with a tester. Refer to Table 1-2.
also does not rotate at all.
3. Check if the PF Motor Connector Cable is damaged. 3. Replace the PF Motor with a new one.
1. Check if the surface of the LD Roller is contaminated 1. Remove the dust by using a soft cloth
with paper dust. moistened with alcohol.
* If the problem is not solved, replace the

LD Roller with a new one.
The Holder, Shaft, LD Roller rotates Holder, Shaft
properly, but paper is not fed. LD Roller
LD Roller

Table 1-15. Status and Possible Causes of CD/DVD Tray Error

Carriage Unit
STM3 Message Timing
at Power-on
Power : -- CDR Tray Contact point of the CDR Tray Sensor is cracked.
Paper : ON
The CDR Tray Sensor is damaged.
CD/DVD Tray Ink : -- Printing CDR Sensor Refer to
- The CDR Tray Sensor Cable is broken.
Error CDR/DVDR Table 1-16
CD/DVD tray not set
correctly Main Board Elements failure
Table 1-16. CD/DVD Tray Error Check Points by Phenomenon

1. Check if the contact point of the CDR Tray of the CDR 1. Replace the CDR Tray with a new one.
Tray Sensor is not cracked.
CDR Tray
Contact Point
1. Check if the CDR Tray Sensor is connected to CN11 on 1. Connect the CDR Tray Sensor to CN11 on
When printing An error occurs even though the CDR the Main Board. the Main Board.
CDR/DVDR Tray is set when printing CDR/DVDR.
- CDR Tray Sensor
CDR Tray Sensor
2. Check if the CDR Tray Sensor is not damaged. 2. Replace the CDR Tray Sensor with a new
one.
3. Check if the CDR Tray Sensor Connector Cable is not cut 3. Replace the CDR Tray Sensor with a new
off. one.
Main Board 1. Check if any device on the Main Board is not damaged. 1. Replace the Main Board with a new one.

Table 1-17. Status and Possible Causes of Communication Error

Carriage Unit
STM3 Message Timing
at Power-on
Main Board Main Board failure
The Power Supply Board Cable is disconnected.
At Power-on Anywhere
Power Supply Board The Power Supply Board Cable is damaged.
Power : --
Paper : -- Power Supply Board failure
Communication Refer to
Ink : --
Error The data for a specific address of EEPROM is improperly Table 1-17
Main Board
written.
Communication error During
- The USB Cable does not support bidirectional
operation USB Cable
communication.
Printer Driver A proper Printer Driver is not installed on the PC.
Table 1-18. Communication Error Check Points by Phenomenon

1. Check if the Power Supply Board Cable is connected to 1. Connect the Power Supply Board cable to
CN2 on the Main Board. CN2 on the Main Board.
At power-on When turning on the power, the printer Power Supply 2. Check if the Power Supply Board Cable is not damaged. 2. Replace the Power Supply Board with a new
Anywhere does not operate at all. Board one.
* If the problem still occurs, replace the Main
Board.
1. Check if the correct model name is written in EEPROM 1. Correct the Market Setting stored on the
Main Board
When turning on the power, the on the Main Board. EEPROM using the Adjustment Program.
initialization is performed correctly.
1. Check if the USB Cable is connected properly between 1. Connect the printer and the PC with a USB
During operation However, a Communication Error is USB Cable
the printer and the PC. Cable correctly.
displayed on STM3 when a print job is
set to the printer. 1. Check if the Stylus Photo R220/R230 Printer Driver is 1. Install the Stylus Photo R220/R230 Printer
Printer Driver
used for the print job. Driver on the PC.

Table 1-19. Status and Possible Causes of No Ink Cartridge Error.

Carriage Unit
STM3 Message Timing
at Power-on
Ink Cartridges The bundled Ink Cartridge is faulty.
Power : -- At HP Invalid data is written to the specific address on the
Main Board
Paper : -- EEPROM.
No Ink Cartridge is Ink : ON Two or more Ink Cartridges are faulty. Refer to
At Power-on
installed. Ink Cartridges Table 1-20
Ink cartridges cannot Forged Ink Cartridges
Anywhere
be recognized The Ink Cartridge is empty.
Ink Cartridges
The Ink Cartridge is faulty.
* The Ink LED stays on while the Carriage Unit is at the home position.
The LED blinks while the Carriage Unit at the position for replacing the Ink Cartridge.
Table 1-20. Check Points for No Ink Cartridge Error

1. Check if the Ink Cartridge is normal by installing it in 1. Replace the Ink Cartridge with a new one.
Ink Cartridge
another printer.
The printer does not perform the Initial
At power-on 1. Check if the correct data has been written in the address 1. Correct the Market Setting stored on the
Ink Charge and the error is displayed on
At HP 5B<H> of EEPROM on the Main Board. EEPROM using the Adjustment Program.
LED and STM3. Main Board
(We cannot check it with Adjustment Program of Stylus
Photo R220/R230.)
The printer does not perform the Ink 1. Check if the Ink Cartridge is normal by installing it in 1. Replace the Ink Cartridge with a new one.
Replacement Cleaning and the error is Ink Cartridge another printer.
At power-on displayed on LED and STM3.
Anywhere The printer does not perform any print 1. Check if ink still remains in the Ink Cartridge. 1. Replace the Ink Cartridge with a new one.
operation and the error is displayed on Ink Cartridge 2. Check if the Ink Cartridge is normal by installing it in 2. Replace the Ink Cartridge with a new one.
LED and STM3. another printer.

Table 1-21. Multi-feed Occurs without LED/STM3 Error Notifications

Carriage Unit
STM3 Message Timing
at Power-on
Power : -- The Extension Spring 0.45 comes off.
More than one
Paper : -- During Refer to
paper is fed - ASF Assy.
Ink : -- operation Table 1-22
constantly.
-
Table 1-22. Check Points for Multi-feed without LED/STM3's Error Notifications
1. Check if the Roller, Retard Assy. works correctly while 1. Reassemble the Extension Spring, 0.45 on the
feeding paper. back of the Roller, Retard Assy.
The printer always feeds more than one

During operation
sheet of paper at a time without LED/ ASF Assy.
-
STM3's error notifications.
Extension Spring,
0.45

Table 1-23. Status and Possible Causes for Abnormal Sound

Carriage Unit
STM3 Message Timing
at Power-on
Carriage Unit Lubrication is insufficient.
Power : --
Paper : -- Frame EJ Assy. Frame EJ Assy. is deformed (Upper side warpage). Refer to
Abnormal Sound Any time Anywhere
Ink : -- Paper Guide, Upper The Paper Guide, Upper comes off. Table 1-24
-
Ink System The Lever, Change operation failure.
Table 1-24. Check Points for Abnormal Sound

Abnormal sound is heard in spite of the 1. Check if there is enough grease on the CR Guide Shaft. 1. Wipe the remaining grease off the CR Guide
Carriage Unit
normal print operation at the first power Shaft and reapply some grease.
on or some other time. Ink System 1. Check if the Lever, Change moves smoothly. 1. Replace the Ink System with a new one.
Any time The bottom of the Carriage Unit touches 1. Check if the Frame EJ Assy. is not warping upward. 1. Replace the Frame EJ Assy. with a new one.
Anywhere Frame EJ Assy.
the surface of the Front Frame.
The Carriage Unit strikes on the Paper 1. Check if the Paper Guide, Upper part has not detached 1. Reassemble the Paper Guide, Upper to the
Paper Guide,
Guide, Upper while the Carriage Unit is from the Main Frame. Main Frame.
Upper
working.

Table 1-25. Status and Possible Causes of Print Quality Problems

Error Status Phenomenon Faulty Unit/Part Name Possible Causes Remedy
STM3 Message Timing
Adherents on the Sealing Rubber.
Or the Sealing Rubber is damaged.
The Compression Spring, 2.53 under the cap comes off.
The Pump Tubes are disconnected from the bottom of the
Ink System Cap.
The Extension Spring, 0.788 for the Slider Cap comes off.
Dot missing
No printing The Extension Spring, 0.441 for the Slider Lock Lever
Alignment failure comes off.
Mixing-up the different
The Slider Lever is damaged.
types of inks
Ink Cartridges Remaining ink in the cartridge is low.
Defective Print Main Board Main Board failure Refer to
During operation -
Quality Table 1-26
Adherents are on the Print Head.
Print Head The Print Head is faulty.
The Head FFC is damaged.
CR Motor Accuracy of the CR Motor deteriorates.
the CR Guide Shaft is dirty or damaged.
Carriage Unit Lubrication is insufficient.
Vertical bands The Fixed Spring, CR Guide Shaft comes off.
The Frame EJ Assy. is deformed (Lower or Upper side
Frame EJ Assy.
warpage).
Print Head Nozzle pitches become misaligned.

Table 1-25. Status and Possible Causes of Print Quality Problems

Error Status Phenomenon Faulty Unit/Part Name Possible Causes Remedy
STM3 Message Timing
Paper Guide, Front The Porous Pad for borderless print comes off.
PF Motor Accuracy of the PF Motor deteriorates.
Adherents are on the PF Roller Assy.
Horizontal bands PF Roller Assy. The PF Roller is damaged.
The Spur Gear, 37.242 is damaged.
Printer Driver The Printer Driver is improperly installed.
Print Head Nozzle pitches become misaligned.
The Frame EJ Assy. is deformed (Lower side warpage).
Traces of the Star Wheel Frame EJ Assy.
The Star Wheel Roller comes off.
Roller
Roller EJ Assy. The Roller EJ Assy. comes off.
Insufficient top margin Holder, Shaft, LD Roller Frictional force of the LD Roller deteriorates.
Defective Print Refer to
During operation - Printer Driver The Printer Driver is improperly installed.
Quality Ink smudges Table 1-26
Print Head Incorrect Head ID is input.
Ink stain on the Frame EJ Assy.
Frame EJ Assy.
Frame EJ Assy. is deformed (Upper side warpage).
Ink stain on the Paper Guide, Front.
Paper Guide, Front
The Porous Pad for borderless print comes off.
Ink stain Roller EJ Assy. Ink stain on the Paper Eject Roller.
Paper Guide, Upper Ink stain on the Paper Guide, Upper.
PF Roller Ink stain on the PF Roller.
Ink System Ink stain on the surface of the Print Head.
Print Head Ink stain on the Cover, Print Head.
Creases in paper ASF Assy. The Hopper Pad is attached on the improper position.

Table 1-26. Check Points for Print Quality Problems

Occurrence
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Position of CR
[Phenomenon 1] 1. Check if there is not any foreign matter on the sealing 1. Remove the foreign matter from the sealing
When the printer is performing the rubber on the Cap Unit. rubber.
Cleaning task, the ink is not drained into
the Waste Ink Pad in spite of the correct Sealing rubber
function of the Pump Unit.
The ink is not absorbed from the Print
Head to the Cap at all.
[Phenomenon 2]
When the printer is performing the 2. Check if the sealing rubber on the Cap Unit is not 2. Replace the Ink System with a new one.
Cleaning task, the ink is drained into the damaged.
Waste Ink Pad. (This indicates that both 3. Check if the Compression Spring, 2.53 is properly 3. Replace the Ink System with a new one.
of the Pump Unit and the Cap Unit are attached in the Cap Unit.
working correctly.) However, missing
dots is not solved at certain nozzles even
performing the Cleaning several times.
Compression
[Phenomenon 3] Spring, 2.53
When the printer is performing the
During operation Cleaning task, the ink is drained into the 4. Check if the Pump Tube is properly connected to the
Ink System 4. Replace the Ink System with a new one.
- Waste Ink Pad. (This indicates that both bottom of the Cap Unit.
of the Pump Unit and the Cap Unit work
correctly.) However, the wiping function
is not executed correctly and some
different colors of ink mix together.
Contact point of
[Phenomenon 4]
Pump Tube
Cleaning task, the ink is drained into the 5. Check if the Extension Spring, 0.788 has not detached 5. Reassemble the Extension Spring, 0.788
Waste Ink Pad.However, some missing from the Slider Cap. correctly.
dots occurs in some nozzles while 6. Check if the Extension Spring, 0.441 has not detached 6. Reassemble the Extension Spring, 0.441
printing. from the Slider Cap. correctly.
[Phenomenon 5] Extension Spring, 0.441
Cleaning task, the ink is drained into the
Waste Ink Pad. However, missing dot
occurs and the points where it occurs
varies in every movement of the
Cleaning. Extension Spring, 0.788


Occurrence
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Position of CR
Ink System 7. Check if the Slider Lock Lever is not damaged. 7. Replace the Ink System with a new one.
[Phenomenon 6] Ink Cartridge 1. Check if ink still remains in Ink Cartridge 1. Replace the Ink Cartridge with a new one.
When the Cleaning is working, the ink is
drained into the Waste Ink Pad. 1. Check if there is not any foreign matter on the nozzle 1. Perform the wiping operation. Replace the
However, some missing dots and out of surface of the Print Head. Wiper when the Wiper is deformed or
alignment occur in all nozzles while 2. Check if the Head FFC is connected to CN7 and CN8 on contaminated awfully.
printing. They are not solved even the Main Board, or to the board on the Print Head. 2. Securely connect the Head FFC to the Main
executing the Cleaning several times. Board or the board on the Print Head.
Print Head
3. Check if the Head FFC is not damaged. 3. Replace the Head FFC with a new one.
* If the problem is not solved, 4. Print and check if the Nozzle Check Pattern is printed 4. Perform Head Cleaning and check the Nozzle
replace the Main Board with a properly. Check Pattern.
new one. * If the problem is not solved, replace the
Print Head with a new one.
During operation
- Vertical bands (perpendicular to the 1. Check if there is no foreign matter on the surface of the 1. Remove the foreign matter on the CR Guide
Carriage Unit movement) appear getting CR Guide Shaft. Shaft.
uneven print density. 2. Check if there is no damage on the surface of the CR 2. Replace the CR Guide Shaft with a new one.
Guide Shaft.
Direction of
CR movement
3. Check if there is enough grease on the surface of the CR 3. Wipe the surface of the CR Guide Shaft with
Guide Shaft. a dry soft cloth, and then apply G-63 to it.
Carriage Unit 4. Check if the CR Guide Shaft is properly connected to the Refer to “Lubrication” in Chapter4.
Main Frame with the fixing spring of the CR Guide Shaft. 4. Reassemble the CR Guide Shaft correctly.
(Note)
If the problem is not solved, replace the
CR Motor with a new one.


Occurrence
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Position of CR
1. Check if the surface of the Frame EJ Assy. is precisely 1. Replace the Frame EJ Assy. with a new one.
Frame EJ Assy.
horizontal.
Vertical bands (perpendicular to the
Carriage Unit movement) appear getting 1. Print and check if the Nozzle Check Pattern is printed 1. Perform the Head Cleaning, then check the
uneven print density. properly. Nozzle Check Pattern.
Print Head
* If the problem is not solved, replace the
Print Head with a new one.
Horizontal bands (horizontally to the 1. Check if there is not any foreign matter on the surface of 1. Clean the surface of the PF Roller.
Carriage Unit movement) appear. the PF Roller.
2. Check if the PF Roller is not damaged 2. Replace the Printer Mechanism with a new
Direction of PF Roller
CR movement
one.
3. Check if the Spur Gear, 37.242 is not damaged or broken. 3. Replace the Printer Mechanism with a new
one.
Printer Driver and 1. Check if appropriate paper is used in accordance with the 1. Use the appropriate type of paper in
Special Paper Printer Driver settings. accordance with the Printer Driver.
During operation
- 1. Check if the Print Head prints correctly with the Nozzle 1. Perform the Head Cleaning, then check the
(Note) Check Pattern. Nozzle Check Pattern.
Print Head
If the problem is not solved, replace the * If the problem is not solved, replace the
PF Motor with a new one. Print Head with a new one.
Horizontal narrow bands (horizontally to 1. Check if the porous pad in front of the Paper Guide, Front 1. Reattach the porous pad.
the Carriage Unit movement) appear. has not detached.
Paper Guide, Front
These bands appear when the print paths

overlap each other.


Occurrence
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Position of CR
One or more than one traces of the Star 1. Check if the Star Wheels have not detached. 1. Reassemble the Star Wheels correctly.
Wheels appear in a direction Frame EJ Assy. 2. Check if the surface of the Frame EJ Assy. is mounted 2. Replace the Frame EJ Assy. with a new one.
perpendicular to the Carriage Unit horizontally.
movement.
1. Check if the Roller EJ Assy. has not detached from the 1. Reassemble the Roller EJ Assy. correctly.
Printer Mechanism.
Roller EJ Assy.
1. Check if any paper dust has not adhered to the surface of 1. Remove the dust by using a soft cloth
During operation the LD Roller. moistened with alcohol.
- * If the problem is not solved, replace the
Holder, Shaft, LD Roller with a new one.
Normal printing task is performed;
Holder, Shaft,
however, the top margin is less than
LD Roller
usual.
LD Roller
Printer Driver and 1. Check if appropriate paper is used in accordance with the 1. Use the appropriate type of paper in
Special Paper Printer Driver settings. accordance with the Printer Driver settings.
The print is light and thin.
1. Check if the correct Head ID has been input in EEPROM 1. Input a correct 15-digit Head ID in the
Print Head
by using the Adjustment Program. EEPROM using the Adjustment Program.


Occurrence
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Position of CR
1. Check if there is any ink adhesion on the Frame EJ Assy. 1. Clean the ink adhesion on the Frame EJ Assy.
Frame EJ Assy. with a soft cloth.
1. Check if the Frame EJ Assy. has not warped upward. 1. Replace the Frame EJ Assy. with a new one.
1. Check if there is any ink adhesion on the Paper Guide, 1. Clean the ink adhesion on the Paper Guide,
Front. Front with a soft cloth.
Paper Guide, Front
2. Check if the porous pad of the Paper Guide, Front has not 2. Reattach the porous pad.
detached.
1. Check if there is any ink adhesion on the Roller EJ Assy. 1. Clean the ink adhesion on the Roller EJ Assy.
Roller EJ Assy.
The paper is stained with the ink. with a soft cloth.
During operation
- Paper Guide, 1. Check if there is any ink adhesion on the Paper Guide, 1. Clean the ink adhesion on the Paper Guide,
Upper Upper. Upper with a soft cloth.
1. Check if there is any ink adhesion on the PF Roller. 1. Clean the ink adhesion on the PF Roller with
PF Roller
a soft cloth.
1. Check if the wiping operation has been performed 1. Replace the Ink System with a new one.
Ink System
correctly.
1. Check if there is any ink adhesion on the Print Head 1. Clean the ink adhesion on the Print Head
Print Head
Cover. Cover with a soft cloth.
The upper edge of the paper gets 1. Check if the Hopper Pad is stuck to the Hopper correctly. 1. Replace the ASF Assy. with a new one.
ASF Assy.
creased.

CHAPTER
2
DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY
2.1 Overview C A U T IO N When transporting the printer after installing the ink cartridge,
pack the printer for transportation without removing the ink
This chapter describes the procedure for disassembling and reassembling the main cartridge and be sure to secure the Ink Cartridge to the printer
components of the Stylus Photo R220/R230. Unless otherwise specified, disassembled cover with tape tightly to keep it from moving.
units or components can be reassembled by reversing the disassembly procedure. Use only recommended tools for disassembling, assembling or
Procedures which, if not strictly observed, could result in personal injury are described adjusting the printer. (Refer to Table 2-1 "Tool List".)
under the heading “WARNING”. Observe the specified torque when tightening screws.
“CAUTION” signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to Use the specified lubricants and adhesives. (Refer to Chapter 4
equipment. for details.)
Important tips for procedures are described under the heading “CHECK POINT”. Make the specified adjustments when you disassemble the
If the assembly procedure is different from the reversed disassembly procedure the printer. (Refer to Chapter 3 for details.)
correct procedure is described under the heading “REASSEMBLY.”
When using compressed air products; such as air duster, for
Any adjustments required after reassembly of components or parts are described under
cleaning during repair and maintenance, the use of such
the heading “ADJUSTMENT REQUIRED”.
products containing flammable gas is prohibited.
When you have to remove any parts or components that are not described in this
chapter, refer to the exploded diagram in the Appendix.
Read the next section “Precautions” fully before starting disassembly.
2.1.2 Recommended Tools
Use only specified tools to avoid damaging the printer.
2.1.1 Precautions
Table 2-1. Tools
Before starting the disassembly or reassembly of the product, read the following
precautions given under the headings WARNING and CAUTION. Tool Name Supplier Code
Phillips Screw Driver (No. 0) EPSON 1080531
W A R N IN G Disconnect the power cable before disassembling or assembling
Phillips Screw Driver (No. 1) EPSON 1080530
the printer.
If you need to work on the printer with power applied, strictly Phillips Screw Driver (No. 2) EPSON 1080532
follow the instructions in this manual. Tweezers EPSON 1080561
Wear protective goggles to protect your eyes from ink. If ink gets Acetate Tape EPSON 1003963
in your eye, flush the eye with fresh water and see a doctor
immediately. Hexagonal Box driver (5.5mm) EPSON 1080584
Always wear gloves for disassembly and reassembly to avoid
injury from sharp metal edges.
To protect sensitive microprocessors and circuitry, use static
discharge equipment, such as anti-static wrist straps, when
accessing internal components.
Never touch the ink or wasted ink with bare hands. If ink comes
into contact with your skin, wash it off with soap and water
immediately. If you have a skin irritation, consult a physician.
When reassembling the waste ink pads and tray, always make
sure that the waste ink tube is fitted correctly in the specified
place. Fitting the ink tube in other than the specified position can
cause ink leakage.
DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY Overview 41

2.1.3 Pre-Shipment Checks Table 2-2. Service Completion Pre-Shipment Check List
Classification Item Check Point Status
When returning this product to the user after completing printer repair, check that the
work is complete using the following table. Are all the lubrication made at Checked
the specified points? Not necessary
Specified
Table 2-2. Service Completion Pre-Shipment Check List Lubrication
Lubrication
Is the amount of lubrication Checked
Classification Item Check Point Status correct? Not necessary
Checked
Self-test Is the operation normal? Is it the latest version? Checked
Not necessary Function ROM Version
Version: Not necessary
Checked
On-line Test Is the printing successful? Are the ink cartridges installed Checked
Not necessary Ink Cartridge
correctly? Not necessary
Is ink discharged normally from Checked Packing
Have all relevant protective Checked
Print Head Protective
all the nozzles? Not necessary materials been attached to the
Materials Not necessary
Checked printer?
Does it move smoothly? Checked
Not necessary Others
Attachments, Have all of the accessories been
Accessories included in the package? Not necessary
Is there any abnormal noise Checked
during its operation? Not necessary
Carriage
Mechanism Is there any dirt or foreign Checked
Main Unit objects on the CR Guide Shaft? Not necessary
Is the CR Motor at the correct Checked
temperature?
Not necessary
(Not too heated?)
• Is paper fed smoothly? Checked
• No paper jamming? Not necessary
• No paper skew?
• No multiple feeding?
Paper Feeding
• No abnormal noise?
Mechanism
Is the PF Motor at correct Checked
temperature? Not necessary
Is the paper path free of any Checked

obstructions? Not necessary
Specified Are all the adjustment done Checked

Adjustment
Adjustment correctly? Not necessary
DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY Overview 42

2.2 Caution regarding assembling/disassembling Ensuring the attaching position in X, Y and Z directions.
the printer mechanism, and how to ensure the Installing each part or component of the Printer Mechanism accurately can be
made by determining the positions of them in relation to the Lower Housing.
quality of reassembled product
[When Servicing]
For the existing Low End models, it is basically forbidden to remove the Lower Check that there is no gap between the Main Frame and the Lower Housing.
Housing from the Printer Mechanism. This is because the strength of the Main Frame [Reference]
is not strong enough, therefore, the Main Frame may be deformed when removing/ In order to ensure the accuracy of installation positions, it is necessary to
reinstalling it from/to the Lower Housing. make sure the positions in X, Y and Z directions.
For that reason, when replacing the Ink System or the PF Motor, it is recommended to
replace not only the Lower Housing but also the Printer Mechanism. [X-axis direction]
• Check if the Main Frame is correctly set to the groove of the Lower
For this printer, it is necessary that the Lower Housing be removed from the Printer Housing.
Mechanism when replacing the Waste ink Pads or the Ink System Unit. • Check if there is no gap between the Main Frame and the Lower Housing.
Therefore, this chapter specifies the disassembly/assembly of the Printer Mechanism
which the Lower Housing has been taken out in order to secure the quality of the [Y-axis direction]
repaired items. • Check if the slot of the Main Frame is correctly attached to the projection
of the Lower Housing.
Cautions for disassembly/assembly of the Printer Mechanism [Z-axis direction]
1. the Printer Mechanism with the Lower Housing • Check if there is no gap between the Main Frame and the Lower Housing.
• Check if correctly secured with the tabs (2 on the left, 1 on the right,
• Do not hold the Guide Plate, CR ⇒ Deforming of the Main Frame and 1 on the right front) of the Printer Mechanism.
the Guide Plate, CR may give some bad influence to PG or printing.
• Do not touch the CR Guide Shaft and the surface of the head nozzle. Maintaining the perpendicularity of the Guide Rail (The Guide Rail is secured
• Note that the screws that secure the Main Board is M4, not M6. If you use by the Ink Cartridge Holder and the Print Head).
M6 screw mistakenly, it will interfere with the Carriage. Deformation of the Guide Plate, CR may cause the defective print/operation.
• Be careful not to let the damper of the CDR come off as it is secured by
the Lower Housing. [When Servicing]
Specify the correct raising position for the Main Frame so that it will not be
2. the Printer Mechanism without the Lower Housing deformed.
• Make sure the exact attaching position in all X, Y and Z directions. See Installing the ASF Unit, the Main Board and the Paper Guide, Upper
the Ensuring the attaching position in X, Y and Z directions.
• Be sure to remove the Frame Support before removing the PF Roller Forces exerted on the Main Frame when installing the three components may
Unit, Roller EJ, and the Front Paper Guide. deform the frame resulting in a malfunction of the printer or print quality
• Be sure to confirm that The Waste Ink Tube is correctly installed. problem.
• Be sure to route the cables of the Guide and Tray Sensor correctly. [When Servicing]
• The APG gear must be engaged properly. Hold the opposite side of the components securely, when installing them.
DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY Caution regarding assembling/disassembling the printer mechanism, and how to ensure the quality of reassembled product 43
3. CDR Guide Assy.

Maintaining the levelness of the CDR Guide Assy.
Deformation of the CDR Guide Assy. may cause the defective print.
[When Servicing]
Disassemble/assemble carefully the CDR Guide Assy.
Ensuring the quality of reassembled products

It can be judged that the quality of the reassembled products is ensured if the
printing test with the Adjustment program is successful.
DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY Caution regarding assembling/disassembling the printer mechanism, and how to ensure the quality of reassembled product 44
2.3 Disassembly
The flowchart below lists the step-by-step disassembly procedures. When disassembling each unit, refer to the page number shown in the figure.
Start
C H E C K Since a prototype was used to illustrate these disassembly and
P O IN T assembly procedures, the appearance of some parts may differ
Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/ from those on Stylus Photo R220/R230.
Stacker Assy. Removal (2.3.1 P.46)
Housing (frame)/Panel Assy./Panel Board Removal

(2.3.2 P.48)
CR Motor Removal (2.3.4 P.52) ASF Assy. Removal Print Head Removal Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front
(2.3.3 P.50) (2.3.5 P.54) Removal (2.3.6 P.55)
Main Board Removal Holder, Shaft Assy. Removal

(2.3.7 P.57) (2.3.8 P.59)
APG Assy.Removal Print Head Removal Main Board Removal

(2.3.9 P.62) (2.3.5 P.54) (2.3.4 P.52)
Carriage Unit Removal Printer Mechanism/Housing, Lower Removal Paper Guide, Upper Removal
(2.3.11 P.64) (2.3.12 P.69) (2.3.10 P.63)
Printer Mechanism/Housing, Lower Removal Power Supply Board Removal

(2.3.12 P.69) (2.3.13 P.72)
CDR Guide Assy.Removal PF Motor Removal

(2.3.14 P.73) (2.3.17 P.79)
Ink System Unit Removal

(2.3.15 P.74)
NOTE: indicates that the part or component in it must be

Paper Guide, Front/Roller, EJ Assy. Removal disassembled to remove the subsequent part or component.
(2.3.16 P.76)
Figure 2-1. Disassembly Flowchart
DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY Disassembly 45

2.3.1 Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Stacker Parts/Units which should be removed before removing the Paper Support
Assy. removal Assy./Housing (left/right)/Stacker Assy.
None
External View
Disassembly Procedure
Housing, Right Housing, Left Paper Support Assy. Removal
6 6 1. Release the two dowels that secure the Paper Support Assy. to the Frame ASF
5 5 and remove the assy.
Housing (left/right) Removal
1. Remove the two screws ( 1 , 2 ) that secure the Housing (left/right).
2. Release the left and right tabs ( 3 ) by pushing them toward the front side of
Rear of the Printer Paper Support Assy. the printer with a flat-blade screwdriver or similar tool.
3. Release right tab ( 4 ) by inserting a flat-blade screwdriver between the
Housing, Lower and the Housing, Right. (Release the left tab ( 4 ) by pulling
the bottom of the Housing, Left downward.)
3 3 4. Unlock the Carriage Lock with tweezers or similar tool, and move the
Carriage Unit to the center.
1 2 Dowel that secures the 5. Insert your hand inside the Housing (left/right) to release the tabs ( 5 , 6 ).
Paper Support Assy.
C.B.P. 3x8 (4-6kgf.cm) C.B.P. 3x8 (4-6kgf.cm)
4 4
Carriage Lock
Right Bottom of the Printer Left Bottom of the Printer
Figure 2-2. Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right) removal

External View
Left Front of the Printer
Dowel
Figure 2-3. Stacker Assy. Removal

Stacker Assy. Removal
1. Release the left dowel that secures the Stacker Assy. to the Housing, Lower
with a flat-blade screwdriver or similar tool, and remove the Stacker Assy.
toward the front side of the printer.
C A U T IO N
When removing the Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/
Stacker Assy.
Be careful not to damage the tabs when releasing them with
a flat-blade screwdriver or your hand to remove the Housing
(left/right) or the Paper Support Assy.
Do not tilt the printer more than necessary as ink may leak.
When reinstalling the Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/

Stacker Assy.
Make sure that there is no gap between the Housing, Frame
and the Housing (left/right).
Make sure that the right side of the Stacker Assy. is correctly
installed to the damper of the Housing, Lower.
First secure the Housing, Right with a screw and then secure
the Housing, Left with a screw.
Make sure that the Paper Support Assy. is correctly installed
to the dowel of the ASF Assy.

2.3.2 Housing, Frame/Panel/Panel Board Removal Parts/Units which should be removed before removing the Housing, Frame/
Panel/Panel Board.
External View
Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)
Left Front of the Printer Right Front of the Printer Disassembly Procedure
Housing, Frame Removal
1 1. Remove the screw ( 1 ) that secures the Housing, Frame to the Printer
Mechanism.
2. Remove the screw ( 2 ) that secures Cover, Ink Tube to the Housing, Frame
and then Release the tab ( 3 ) to remove the Cover, Ink Tube.
5
5
C.B.S. 3x8 (5-7kgf.cm) 3. Release the three tabs ( 4 ) that secure the backside of the Housing, Frame
with a flat-blade screwdriver or similar tool.
4. Release the left and right tabs ( 5 ) that secure the front side of the Housing,
Rear of the Printer Control Panel Frame.
5. Lift the Housing, Frame to disconnect the connector cable of the Panel Board
FFC from the Panel Board.
6. Remove the Housing, Frame upward.
3 Cover, Ink Tube
2
Panel Board FFC
4 4 4
C.B.P. 2.5x8 (3-5kgf.cm) Housing, Frame
Figure 2-4. Housing, Frame Removal

Panel Removal Panel Board Removal

1. Release the left and right tabs that secure the Panel to the Housing, Frame and 1. Remove the Panel Board lifting upward.
remove the Panel.
When reinstalling the Housing, Frame
Panel Board First connect the Panel Board FFC to CN4 connector on the
Main Board. Then install the Housing, Frame and then
install the Panel Board and the Control Panel.
Panel Board
Tabs
Pull out the Panel Board through this hole.
Figure 2-5. Panel Removal
Figure 2-6. Panel Board Reinstallation

Make sure that there is no clearance between the Housing,
Frame and the Housing, Lower.

2.3.3 ASF Assy. Removal Parts/Units which should be removed before removing ASF Assy.
External View Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame
C.B.S. (P4) 3x8 (5-7kgf.cm) Acetate Tape
1. Disconnect the connector cables of the PG Sensor and the Sensor, CDR Assy.
CN14
CN14 from CN14 and CN11 connectors on the Main Board.
2
CN11
2. Remove the four piece of acetate tape from the Main Board and Release the
4
connector cables.
3. Remove five screws that secure the ASF Assy.
C.B.P. 3x8 (5-7kgf.cm) Main Board
4. Loose the two screws (Screw, Frame, Main) which secure the connector
Rear of the Printer ASF Assy.
cables of the PG Sensor and the Sensor, CDR Assy., and release them.
5. Remove the ASF Assy. toward the rear of the printer.
6. Release the left and right tabs by inflecting the Paper Return Lever. Release
Acetate Tape
1 the tabs in order of ( 1 ) and ( 2 ).
2
7. Remove two screws that secure the Support Plate, Frame, ASF Assy.
8. Release the Extension Spring 0.45 from the two tabs and remove the Roller,
Retard Assy.
C.B.S. (P4) 3x8 (8-10kgf.cm)
Screw, Frame, Main (5-7 kgf/cm)
1 Screw, ASF (4-5 kgf/cm)
C.B.S. 3x6 (5-7kgf/cm)
Paper Return C.B.P. 3x6 (3-5kgf.cm) Support Plate, Frame, ASF
Torsion Spring 6.45
1 2
Extension Spring 0.45

Roller, Retard Assy.
Figure 2-7. ASF Assy. Removal

When reassembling the ASF Assy. When reinstalling the ASF Assy. on the Frame, Main
Make sure that Extension Spring is hooked on the Frame, Make sure that Compression Spring, 2.51 is correctly
ASF and the Roller, Retard Assy. installed on the Hopper.
Make sure that Torsion Spring, 6.45 is correctly installed on
the Paper Return Lever and the Frame, ASF.
Figure 2-10. Torsion Springs, 2.51 installation

Figure 2-8. Torsion Springs, 6.45 installation Make sure that the Hopper moves smoothly.
Make sure that the Paper Return Lever and the Roller, Make sure that there is no clearance between the ASF Assy.
Retard Assy. move smoothly. and the Frame, Main.
Do not touch the cork on the Roller, Retard Assy. and the Secure the ASF Assy. with five screws following the order of
Hopper. Figure2-7.
First secure the Support Plate, Frame, ASF, Right with a PG Sensor/Sensor, CDR Assy. Connector Cables reinstallation
screw and then secure the Support Plate, Frame, ASF, Left Secure the Connector Cables of the PG Sensor and Sensor,
with a screw. CDR Assy. to the ASF Assy. with two screws following the
order shown in Figure2-7.
A D J U S T M E N T When having replaced ASF Assy., apply G-46 grease to the

R E Q U IR E D specified points in adequate dose.
1 (Refer to Chapter 4 “MAINTENANCE”)
When having replaced or removed ASF Assy., perform the
following adjustment.
2 (Refer to Chapter 3 “ADJUSTMENT”)
1. First dot Adjustment
Figure 2-9. Support Plate, Frame, ASF installation

2.3.4 CR Motor Removal Parts/Units which should be removed before removing “CR Motor”.
External View Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame
Rear of the Printer
1. Disconnect the CR Motor connector cable from CN5 on the Main Board.
Tab
Tabs
2. Release the CR Motor connector cable from the tabs of the Holder, Shaft
Assy.
3. Slide the Pulley, Driven in the direction of the arrow to reduce the tension of
the Timing Belt, then release the belt from the Pinion of the CR Motor.
4. Remove the two screws that secure the CR Motor and remove it.
C A U T IO N
Be careful not to damage the Pinion Gear when removing the CR
CN5 Motor.
CR Motor
Left Side Right Side
When reinstalling the CR Motor on the Frame, Main

C.C. 3x4 (3.5-4.5kgf.cm) Be careful not to damage the Pinion Gear with the Frame,
Main.
1 2 Make sure that the CR Motor connector cable is connected
to CN5 on the Main Board connector.
Make sure that the CR Motor connector cable is properly
secured by the tab of the Holder, Shaft Assy.
Pulley, Driven Timing Belt
CR Motor Tighten the two screws to secure the CR Motor in the order
shown in Figure2-11.
Figure 2-11. CR Motor Removal Make sure that there is no clearance between the CR Motor
and the Frame, Main.
Make sure that the lot No. printed side of the CR Motor
faces upward.

A D J U S T M E N T When having removed the Timing Belt or replace it with a new

R E Q U IR E D one, perform the following adjustments in the order given orders.
(Refer to Chapter 3 “ADJUSTMENT”)
2. PW Sensor Adjustment
3. Head Angular Adjustment
4. Bi-D Adjustment
5. CR Motor Deviation Correction
(When Replaced)

2.3.5 Print Head Removal Disassembly Procedure

1. Remove the Ink Cartridges from the Carriage Unit.
External View
2. Remove the screw which secures the Holder, FFC to the Carriage Unit with a
Tabs No.1 screwdriver. Then slightly lift the Holder, FFC to release three tabs and
remove the Holder, FFC by sliding it downward.
3. Release the two tabs that secure the Holder, IC to the Carriage Unit, and
remove it upward.
Tabs 4. Remove the two screws that secure the Print Head with a No.1 screwdriver.
5. Slightly lift the Print Head to disconnect the Head FFC from it and remove the
Holder, FFC Print Head.
C.B.P. 2.5x6 (3-5kgf.cm) Holder, IC
C A U T IO N
Do not touch and/or damage the nozzle surface of the Print Head
when handling it.
Head FFC Print Head
2
When reinstalling the Print Head,
Do not touch and/or damage the nozzle surface of the Print
1 Head.
Make sure that the Head FFC is correctly connected to the
C.B.B. (P2) 2.5x8 (3-5kgf.cm) connector of the Print Head.
Make sure that the Print Head is correctly set to the
Figure 2-12. Print Head Removal Carriage Unit.
Parts/Units which should be removed before removing Print Head. Secure the Print Head with two screws following the order of
Figure2-12.
Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame
A D J U S T M E N T When having removed the Print Head or replace it with a new
R E Q U IR E D one, perform the following adjustments in order given below.
Refer to Chapter 3 “ADJUSTMENT”)
1. Ink Charge (When replaced)
2. Head ID Input (When Replaced)
3. PG Adjustment
7. Bi-D Adjustment

2.3.6 Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front Removal Disassembly Procedure

External View Removing the following three types of the Porous Pads from the Paper Guide,
Front with the tweezers.
• Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front
• Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front, Support
• Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front, Left
C A U T IO N
The Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front is secured with adhesive.
Remove the pad carefully and slowly not to tear it and leave
remnants of it on the Paper Guide, Front.
Vertical Dimension:
4±1mmHorizontal
Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front, Left Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front
Horizontal
Dimension: 5-6mm
Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front, Support
Vertical Dimension:
4±1mmHorizontal
Horizontal Dimension: 3-4mm
Figure 2-14. Gluing point of the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front
Folding Points
Figure 2-13. Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front Removal

Parts/Units which should be removed before removing the Porous Pad, Paper
Guide, Front.
Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame

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When reinstalling the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front/

the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front, Support
Fold perpendicularly the left and right sides of the Porous
Pad, Paper Guide, Front, Support at the marks and install it
to the Paper Guide, Front. Make sure to put the slit onto the
rib on the side of the Paper Guide, Front and keep the pad
flat on the guide.
Apply Three Bond 1401 to the six points shown in
Figure2-14.
Install the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front in piles. Put it
under the rib and check if it is securely fit. Adjust the
clearance between the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front and
the Paper Guide, Front to approximately 0.5-1.0mm.
When reinstalling the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front, Support,
Attach the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front, Support by
inserting its feet into the holes of the Paper Guide, Front
shown in Figure2-13, then put the three portion of the pad
support under the rib and check if it is securely fit.
C A U T IO N
Be careful not to damage the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front,
Support.
Do not apply too much adhesive. Do not contaminate the Porous
Pad, Paper Guide, Front, Support with the adhesive.
Install the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front immediately after
applying the adhesive.
Make sure that the three Porous Pads are fitting on the guide
surface securely.

2.3.7 Main Board Assy. Removal Parts/Units which should be removed before removing Main Board Assy.
External View Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame/ASF Assy.
Rear of the Printer M/B Shield Plate Disassembly Procedure
Earth
1. Remove the screw that secures the Earth and release the Earth.
2. Disconnect the all connector cables from the Main Board and remove the
Step 3
Acetate Tapes from the Main Board.
CN2 : Power Supply cable
CN6 : PF Motor cable
Step 1
CN13 : APG Motor cable
Step 3 CN10 : Interface Board cable
CN7 : Print Head FFC
C.B.S. 3x6 (5-7kgf.cm) CN8 : Print Head FFC
CN15 : CSIC/CR Encoder /PW Sensor FFC
C.B.S. 3x4 (5-7kgf.cm)
CN5 : CR Motor cable
CN9 : PE Sensor cable
Front of the Printer M/B Mounting C.B.S. 3x10 (5-7kgf.cm) Main Board 3. Remove the two screws that secure the Main Board Assy., and remove it.
4. Remove the Shield Plate, FFC from the M/B Mounting Plate.
5. Remove the three screws that secure M/B Shield Plate, and remove the M/B
Shield Plate and the Main Board from the M/B Mounting Plate.
1
3 When reinstalling the Main Board Assy.,

Make sure that all connector cables (CN2, CN6, CN13,
2 CN10, CN7, CN8, CN15, CN5, CN9) are correctly connected.
M/B Shield Plate
Tighten the three screws to secure the M/B Shield Plate in
the order shown in Figure2-15.
Shield Plate, FFC C.B.S. 3x6 (5-7kgf.cm)
A D J U S T M E N T When having replaced the Main Board, perform the following

Figure 2-15. Main Board Assy. Removal R E Q U IR E D operations and adjustments.
(Refer to Chapter 3 “ADJUSTMENT”)
When possible to read data from the old board, copy the
EEPROM data after replacing the old board with a new one.

A D J U S T M E N T When impossible to read data from the old board, perform

R E Q U IR E D the following adjustments in order shown below after
replacing the old board with a new one.
1. Replace Waste Ink Pads with a new one.
(To rewrite Protection Counter)
2. Market Setting
3. USB ID Input
4. Protection Counter Input
5. Head ID Input
9. Bi-D Adjustment

2.3.8 Holder, Shaft Assy./LD Roller Removal Disassembly Procedure

Holder, Shaft Assy. Removal
External View
1. Disconnect the following connector cables from the Main Board Assy.
Rear of the Printer Tabs CN7, CN8, CN15
CN5: CR Motor cable
CN9: PE Sensor cable
CN7: Print Head FFC
CN8: Print Head FFC
CN15: CSIC/CR Encoder /PW Sensor FFC
2 2. Release the CR Motor connector cable from the tabs of the Holder, Shaft
Assy.
Dowel CN5, CN9 3. Remove the two screws that secure the Holder, Shaft Assy. to the Frame,
Main.
C.B.S. 3x6 (6-8kgf.cm) C.B.S. 3x6 (6-8kgf.cm)
4. Remove the Shield Plate, FFC from the Frame, Main. Then Release the Cable,
PE Sensor Flag Head from the two tabs of the Holder, Shaft Assy., and pull out it together
with the Shield Plate, FFC frontward of the printer.
Shield Plate, FFC Tabs Right Side of the Printer C A U T IO N

Do not reuse the Shield Plate, FFC once you peel it off.
Be Careful not to damage the Cable, Head when handling it.
Tabs
5. There are seven tabs and one dowel that secure the Holder, Shaft Assy.
First release the two tabs ( 1 ). And slightly lift the Holder, Shaft Assy.
Cable, Head 1 1 releasing the dowel ( 2 ), then release the other five tabs.
6. Slide the Holder, Shaft Assy. rightward viewed from the rear of the printer,
remove the upper side of the assy. toward you and then remove it obliquely
Tabs Tabs
upward.
Figure 2-16. Holder, Shaft Assy. Removal (1) When removing the Holder, Shaft Assy.,
C A U T IO N
Parts/Units which should be removed before removing the Holder, Shaft The PE Sensor comes in contact with the Front Paper Guide
Assy. and LD Roller. when removing the Holder, Shaft Assy. Be careful not to
damage the sensor.
Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame/ASF Assy.

External View LD Roller Removal

1. Release the two dowels that secure the Paper, Block to the Holder, Shaft
Assy., and remove it.
Paper, Block
2. Remove the Shaft, LD Roller and the Clutch from the Holder, Shaft, LD
Dowel Dowel Roller.
3. Remove the LD Roller.
When reinstalling the LD Roller to the Shaft, LD Roller,

Do not touch the LD Roller with bare hands.
Dowel Dowel
Make sure to match the direction (∆Mark) indicated on the
Shaft, LD Roller and the direction (∆ Mark) indicated on the
back side of the LD Roller.
Holder, Shaft, LD Roller ∆ mark on the LD Roller
Shaft, LD Roller Sensor Board, PE
Spur Gear, 36.8 Tab
∆ mark on the Shaft, LD Roller

LD Roller
Figure 2-18. Reinstalling the LD Roller
Clutch Extension Spring 0.143 Torsion Spring, 0.22 Lever Sensor, PE When reinstalling the Clutch to the Shaft, LD Roller,
Make sure to put the dowel of the Shaft, LD Roller into the
Figure 2-17. Holder, Shaft Assy. Removal (2) hole of the Clutch.
Make sure that the Extension Spring, 0.143 is securely set to
the tabs of the Clutch and the Shaft, LD Roller.
Do not set the Extension Spring in twisted form.
Make sure that the Clutch rotates properly.

When reinstalling the Shaft, LD Roller to the Holder, Shaft, LD Do not damage the teeth of the Spur Gear, 36.8 and the
Roller Combination Gear, 27.2, 19.2.
Do not touch the LD Roller with bare hands.
Make sure that the leg of the Torsion Spring, 137.7 is located Spur Gear, 36.8
between the two cams of the Shaft, LD Roller as shown in
Figure2-19.
Torsion Spring, 137.7 The spring leg should be

between the two cams.
Combination Gear, 27.2, 19.2
Figure 2-20. Spur Gear, 36.8 and Combination Gear, 27.2, 19.2
Tighten the two screws to secure the Holder, Shaft Assy. in
LD Roller
Figure 2-19. Position of Torsion Spring, 137.7
1 2
When reinstalling the Holder, Shaft Assy. on the Frame, Main,
Check if seven tabs and a dowel of the Holder, Shaft Assy.
are correctly secured.
Check if the connector cables of the PE Sensor, the CR
Motor, and the Cable, Head are installed at the correct
positions of the Holder, Shaft Assy. Figure 2-21. Holder, Shaft Assy. Reinstallation
Check if the connector cables of the PE Sensor, CR Motor,
and the Cable, Head are connected to CN5, CN9, CN7, CN8, A D J U S T M E N T When having replaced the Shaft, LD Roller, apply G-46 grease to
and CN15 on the Main Board connector. R E Q U IR E D the specified points in adequate dose.
Do not touch the LD Roller with bare hands. (Refer to Chapter 4 “MAINTENANCE”)

2.3.9 APG Assy. Removal Disassembly Procedure

External View 1. Remove the screw that secures the APG Assy. to the Frame, Main, and
remove the assy. avoiding contact with the Frame, Main.
Left Rear Side
When reinstalling the APG Assy.
APG Assy. Make sure that the two tabs and the two dowels are securely
installed to the Frame, Main.
Check if the part indicated in Figure2-23 is inserted in the
slits of the Frame, Main.
Insert this into the Tabs

slit of the Frame,
Main.

APG Assy.
Figure 2-22. APG Assy. Removal

Parts/Units which should be removed before removing APG Assy. Dowels
Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame/ASF Assy./Main Board
Assy.
Figure 2-23. APG Assy. Installation

2.3.10 Paper Guide, Upper Removal Disassembly Procedure

External View
C A U T IO N
Make sure to cover the surface of the PF Roller Assy. with a
transparent sheet when removing and reinstalling the Paper
Paper Guide, Upper Guide, Upper.
1. Release the three Torsion Springs, 122.2 from each tab of the Frame, Main
and remove it.
2. Release the two tabs that secure the Paper Guide, Upper to the Frame, Main to
Paper Guide, Lower
upward. Then, release the two dowels while slightly holding up the Paper
PF Roller Assy. Transparency Guide, Upper.
3. While holding down the Paper Guide, Lower covered with a transparent sheet,
2 Tabs remove the Paper Guide, Upper rearward of the printer avoiding the two ribs
on the Frame, Main.
1
Tab When reinstalling the Paper Guide, Upper on the Frame, Main,
Make sure that the two dowels of the Paper Guide, Upper is
installed on the Frame, Main, and that the Torsion Springs
122.2 are correctly placed on the Paper Guide, Upper and
Rib Rib the Frame, Main.
Dowels
Figure 2-24. Paper Guide, Upper Removal

Parts/Units which should be removed before removing the Paper Guide,
Upper.
Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame/ASF Assy./
Holder, Shaft Assy./Main Board Assy.

2.3.11 Carriage Unit Removal Parts/Units which should be removed before removing Carriage Unit.
External View Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame/ASF Assy./
Holder, Shaft Assy./Main Board Assy./APG Assy./Print Head
Guide Plate, CR Disassembly Procedure
Fixed Spring,
1. Release the Fixed Spring, CR Shaft, Left from the tab of the Frame, Main and
2 1 remove it.
CR Shaft, Left
3 C.B.S. 3x6 (7-9kgf.cm)
4 2. Remove six screws that secure the Guide Plate, CR.
3. Release the two ribs that secure the Guide Plate, CR, and remove the Guide
6 5 Plate, CR avoiding the tab which was securing the Fixed Spring, CR Shaft,
Tab Rib Rib Left.
4. Remove the right side of the CR scale from the tab of the Holder, Scale Right.
5. Pull out the CR Scale leftward from the rear of the Carriage Unit. Then,
remove the CR scale and the Extension Spring, 3.289 from the left tabs of the
Holder, Scale, Left CR Scale Holder, Scale, Right Holder, Scale, Left in that order.
Tab
6. Remove the Extension Spring, 3.289 from the CR Scale.
Tab
7. Loosen the tension of Timing Belt by pushing Pulley, Driven to the right.
Tab Then, remove the Timing Belt from Pinion Gear of CR Motor first, and next
from the Pulley, Driven.
Extension Spring, 3.289 Puller, Driven Timing Belt Pinion Gear
Figure 2-25. Carriage Unit Removal (1)

External View 8. Remove the E Ring, the Holder, Scale Right and the Cam, CR Right from the
right side of the CR Guide Shaft.
Holder, Scale, Left E Ring Flat Holder, Scale, Right
Washer
9. Remove the Fixed Spring, CR Shaft, Right from the tab of the Frame, Main.
Then, remove the Fixed Spring, CR Shaft, Right from the CR Guide Shaft.
10. Remove the E ring and the Flat Washer that secure the Holder, Scale Left.
Fixed Spring,
CR Shaft, Right
11. Remove the E Ring, the Flat Washer and the Spring Washer from the left side
of the CR Guide Shaft. Then, remove the Holder, Scale Left.
E Ring
12. Release the Cable, Head from the 4 tabs of the Holder, Shaft Assy.
E Ring
Tab
Flat Washer Spring 13. Slide the CR Guide Shaft to the right and pull it out from the Cam, CR Left.
Washer Cam, CR Right Then, remove the Carriage Unit and the CR Guide Shaft together.
14. Pull the CR Guide Shaft out of the Carriage Unit.
Tabs
CR Guide Shaft
Cam, CR Left CR Guide Shaft

External View CR Encoder Sensor Board Removal

1. Remove the screw which secures the CR Encoder Sensor Board to the
C.P.B. (P1) 1.7x5 (1.5-2.5kgf.cm) Carriage Unit with a No.0 screwdriver. Disconnect the CR Encoder FFC and
CR Encoder Sensor FFC the PW Sensor FFC from the connector of the CR Encoder Sensor Board.
Then, remove the CR Encoder Sensor Board.
PW Sensor Board Removal
1. Release the three tabs which secure the Cap, PW Sensor and remove it.
C A U T IO N
Be careful not to damage the PW Sensor Board since it will be
PW Sensor FFC
non-secured state when removing the Cap, PW Sensor.
Timing Belt CR Encoder Sensor Board
2. Disconnect the PW Sensor FFC from the connector of PW Sensor Board.

Cap, PW Sensor Then, remove the PW Sensor Board.
PW Sensor Board
Connector
Tabs
PW Sensor FFC

When reinstalling the CR Encoder Sensor Board on the Carriage When reinstalling the Carriage Unit
Unit Check if the Timing Belt is correctly set to the installing
Check if the CR Encoder Sensor Board is correctly secured. groove of the Carriage Unit.
Check if the CR Encoder Sensor FFC and the PW Sensor Do not contaminate the Timing Belt with grease.
FFC are correctly connected. Check if the Grounding Plate, Head is correctly installed to
When reinstalling the PW Sensor Board on the Carriage Unit the correct position on the Carriage Unit.
Check if the PW Sensor FFC is correctly connected.
Timing Belt Grounding plate, Head
Check if the PW Sensor Board is correctly secured by the
PW Sensor.
When reinstalling the Holder, Scale (Left/Right) on the Frame,
Main
Check if the Slider, Holder, Scale is set.
Groove
Figure 2-29. Installation Position of the Grounding Plate, Head

Do not touch the lubrication points of the Frame, Main.
Do not damage and contaminate the CR Guide Shaft.
Slider, Holder, Scale
Figure 2-28. Slider, Holder, Scale Reinstallation

When reinstalling the CR Scale to the Printer Mechanism A D J U S T M E N T When replacing the following parts or components with a new
Make sure that the Extension Spring, 3.289 is not twisted. R E Q U IR E D ones, apply specified grease in its adequate dose.
(Refer to Chapter 4 “MAINTENANCE”)
Left Side of the printer Cam, CR, Left/Right
CR Guide Shaft
Holder, Scale, Left/Right
Pulley, Driven Assy.
When having removed the Carriage Unit or CR Guide Shaft, or
replace them with a new one, perform the following adjustments
in orders shown below. (Refer to Chapter 3 “ADJUSTMENT”)
Extension Spring, 3.289
1. PG Adjustment
Figure 2-30. Extension Spring, 3.289 3. PW Sensor Adjustment
4. Head Angular Adjustment (for the Carriage Unit)
Make sure to install the CR Scale so that it runs through the
5. Bi-D Adjustment
gap of CR Encoder Sensor.
Make sure to install the CR Scale with the cut-part on the
(When Replaced)
left edge facing upward.
Figure 2-31. CR Scale Reinstallation

When reinstalling the Guide Plate, CR to the Frame, Main
Tighten the six screws to secure the Guide Plate, CR in order

2.3.12 Printer Mechanism/Housing, Lower Removal Parts/Units which should be removed before removing the Printer
Mechanism/Housing, Lower.
External View
Holder, Shaft Assy./Main Board Assy.
C.B.P. 3x10 (6-8kgf.cm) Disassembly Procedure
C.B. 3x6 (5-7kgf.cm)
4 1. Remove the three screws that secure the Paper Guide, CDR.
5
2. Remove the five screws that secure the Printer Mechanism to the Housing,
Lower.
2 1 3 3. Release the four tabs that secure the Printer Mechanism to the Housing, Lower
and remove the Printer Mechanism upward.
C.B.P. 3x8 (5-7kgf.cm) Paper Guide, CDR
C.B.P. 3x10 (6-8kgf.cm)
1 3
2
Screw, Frame, Main (6-8kgf.cm)

Tab (Under the Tube)
Left Side of the Printer Right Side of the Printer
Tab
Tab Tab
Figure 2-32. Printer Mechanism/Housing, Lower Removal

C A U T IO N
Be careful not to leak and drip ink from the end of the Ink Tube When reinstalling the Printer Mechanism to the Housing Lower
(Waste Ink Pads side) when lifting the Printer Mechanism. For this printer, positioning the parts or components of the
Be sure to hold the specified positions to lift the Printer Printer Mechanism must be made in relation to the Housing,
Mechanism, or the Frame, Main can be deformed. Lower.
In order to ensure the accuracy for installation, it is
Handling
Handling Position necessary to manage the reference position for the Frame
Main installation in X,Y and Z direction as shown in
Figure2-24 below. If every part is set correctly, the Printer
Mechanism can be secured with the three tabs.
X-axis Direction
• Make sure that the Frame, Main is correctly installed to
the groove of the Housing, Lower.
• Make sure that there is no gap between the Frame, Main
and the Housing, Lower.
Y-axis Direction
Make sure that the notch of the Frame, Main is correctly
secured to the projection of the Housing, Lower.
Z-axis Direction
• Make sure that there is no gap between the Frame, Main
Figure 2-33. Handling Position of Printer Mechanism and the Housing, Lower.
• Make sure that the left side of the Printer Mechanism is
correctly secured by two tabs.
Right Side of the Printer Left Side of the Printer
Tab
Tabs
X-axis : (4points)
Y-axis : (1points)
Z-axis : (4points)
Figure 2-34. Reference Position for Frame, Main Installation

Make sure that the six Waste Ink Pads are correctly set to Be careful not to drop and damage the Lever, Change and
the rib and dowel of the Housing, Lower. the Combination Gear, 27.2, 19.2.
Two Waste Ink Pads, Small Waste Ink Pad, Lever, Change
Upper and Lower
Combination Gear, 27.2, 19.2

Ink Pad, Cap, Lower, Large Figure 2-37. Lever, Change and Combination Gear, 27.2, 19.2
Ink Pad, Cap, Lower, Small
Figure 2-35. Waste Ink Pads When installing the Printer Mechanism to the Housing, Lower,
W A R N IN G
Tighten the five screws to secure the Printer Mechanism in run the Waste Ink tube downward of the tab as shown in
the order shown in Figure2-32. Figure2-38 and securely set in the groove of the Housing, Lower.
Then, make sure that the Waste Ink Pads, Upper, Support is
Tighten the five screws to secure the Paper Guide, CDR in
fitted securely without lifting above the tube upper surface.
Also, the Waste Ink Pad, Upper, Support has to be installed
Check if the Waste Ink Tube is secured in the groove of the along the border line as shown in Figure2-38. Incorrect
Housing, Lower. Then make sure that the line mark on the installation of the Waste Ink Tube may cause the ink leakage.
tube is facing to the left, and also that it is not twisted.
Waste Ink Pad, Upper, Support
Rear of the Printer Ink Tube (Image)
Left Side Right Side Tab
Groove of Housing, Lower
Waste Ink Tube Border Line

Front of the Printer
Figure 2-38. Waste Ink Tube Installation
Figure 2-36. Installation Position for the Ink Tube
Make sure that the Waste Ink Tube is not squashed or A D J U S T M E N T When having replaced the Waste Ink Pads with a new ones,
pressed. R E Q U IR E D perform the following adjustment.
Check if the Cap Assy. moves smoothly. (Refer to Chapter 3 “ADJUSTMENT”)
1. Protection Counter reset

2.3.13 Power Supply Board Removal Disassembly Procedure

External View 1. Remove the screw that secures the Power Supply Board Unit to the Housing,
Lower and remove it.
Power Supply Board Unit 2. Release the two tabs which secure the Shield Plate, Upper first, and remove it
sliding upward.
3. Remove the four screws that secure the Power Supply Board and then remove
the Power Supply Board from the Shield Plate, Lower.
Projection of Housing, Lower When reinstalling the Power Supply Board to the Shield Plate,
Lower
C.B.P. 3x10 (6-8kgf.cm) Check if the Power Supply Board is correctly installed.
Tighten the four screws secure the Power Supply Board in
Shield Plate, Upper the order shown in Figure2-39.
When reinstalling the Shield Plate, Upper to the Shield Plate,
Lower
Check if the Power connector Cable is in between both shield
plates.
Tab Tab
Check if the Shield Plate, Upper is correctly installed.
When reinstalling the Power Supply Board Unit to the Housing,
Lower
Shield Plate, Lower
Check if the Power Supply Board Unit is set to the projection
2 3 of the Housing, Lower.
Check if the Power connector Cable is connected to CN2
connector on the Main Board.
A D J U S T M E N T When having removed the Timing Belt or replaced it with a new

R E Q U IR E D one, perform the following adjustment.
4 1 (Refer to Chapter 3 “ADJUSTMENT”)
Figure 2-39. Power Supply Board Removal (When Replaced)
Parts/Units which should be removed before removing the Power Supply
Board.
Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame/ASF Assy./Holder,
Shaft Assy./Main Board Assy./Printer Mechanism

2.3.14 CDR Guide Assy. Removal Disassembly Procedure

External View 1. Remove the three screws that secure the CDR Guide Assy. to the Frame,
Main.
Left Side of the Printer CDR Guide Assy. Right Side of the Printer 2. Remove the left and right Flat Washer which secure the CDR Link (left/right)
CDR Link, Left
C.B.S. 3x6 (6-8kgf.cm) with tweezers.
1
Acetate Tape 3. Remove the CDR Link (left/right) from the CDR Guide Assy.
4. Remove the two Pieces of acetate tape which secure the connector cable of the
Ribs CDR Sensor to the Frame, Main.
2
3 5. Remove the CDR Guide Assy. first from the right edge of it while releasing
Flat Washer the seven ribs that secure the CDR Guide Assy. to the Frame, Main.
CDR Link, Right Ribs
When reinstalling the CDR Guide Assy. to the Frame, Main
Install the CDR Assy. in the order of left edge, right edge and
middle.
Check if six ribs are correctly installed.
Check if the CDR Link (Left/Right) are correctly installed to
Ribs
the CDR Guide Assy.
Check if the connector cable of CDR Sensor is not
Flat Washer interfering with the CDR Link, Right.
Check if Frame, EJ Assy. works with the CDR Guide Assy.
Figure 2-40. CDR Guide Assy. Removal
and moves smoothly.
Parts/Units which should be removed before removing CDR Guide Assy. Tighten the three screws to secure the CDR Guide Assy. in
Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame/ASF Assy./ the order shown in Figure2-40.
Holder, Shaft Assy./Main Board Assy./APG Assy./Print Head/Carriage Unit/
Printer Mechanism

2.3.15 Ink System Unit Removal Parts/Units which should be removed before removing the Ink System Unit
External View Paper Support Assy./Housing (left/right)/Housing, Frame/ASF Assy./
Right Side of the Printer Printer Mechanism/CDR Guide Assy.
Support Plate, Frame, Main

Sealing Rubber Part Disassembly Procedure
Tab
Cap Assy. 1. Remove the two screws that secure the Support Plate, Frame, Main and
Dowels remove it.
2. Remove the screws that secures the Cap Assy. to the Frame, Main.
2
3. Release two dowels sliding the Cap Assy. inward.
1
C.B.S. 3x6 (7-9kgf.cm) Cleaner Head
C A U T IO N
Do not remove the Ink Tube that is connected to the Cap Assy.
C.B.P. 3x8 (5-7kgf.cm) and the Pump Assy.
Rear of the Printer The Ink Tube cannot be removed from the Pump Assy. since it is
Pump Assy. secured with silicon material for the following reasons.
Ribs To Prevent the Pump Assy. from the ink leakage.
Dowel To keep the length of the ink tube extended from the Pump
Frame.
Dowels
4. First release the three tabs and three dowels which secure the Pump Assy.
to the Frame, Main. Then remove the Pump Assy. together with the Cap Assy.
while holding the Lever, Change and the gears with your finger not to drop
Combination Gear, 27.2, 19.2 Tabs them.
Lever, Change Combination Gear, 20.82, 24
Spur Gear, 27.2

Silicon Material Part
Figure 2-41. Ink System Unit Removal

When reinstalling the Ink System Unit Install the Ink Tube to the two grooves at the bottom surface
Make sure that the Ink Tube is correctly connected to the of the Cap Frame.
point of the Frame, Cap shown in Figure2-42.
Figure 2-42. Connecting Point of the Ink Tube.

Do not touch the Sealing Rubber Part and the Cleaner Head. Figure 2-43. Installation Position of the Ink Tube
Check if the line mark of the Ink Tube is not twisted.
When reinstalling the Ink System Unit to the Frame, Main
Check if the Cap Assy. moves smoothly.
Check if the Pump Assy. is correctly secured.
Check if all of the gears are correctly set on the shaft of the
Pump Frame, and check if they move smoothly. Be careful not to drop and damage the Lever, Change, the
Combination Gear, 27.2, 19.2, the Spur Gear, 27.2, the
Check if the Compression Spring, 2.36 is correctly set to the Combination Gear, 20.82, 24.
Lever, Change.
Make sure that the Ink Tube is not squashed or pressed. When reinstalling the Support Plate, Frame, Main
Tighten the two screws to secure the Support Plate, Main in

2.3.16 Paper Guide, Front/Roller EJ Assy. Removal Parts/Units which should be removed before removing the Paper Guide,
Front/Roller EJ Assy.
External View
Spur Gear, 37.242 PF Timing Belt Guide, Shaft, Frame EJ, Right
Printer Mechanism/CDR Guide Assy./Ink System Unit
Spur Gear, 41.48
1. Release the tab of the Link EJ, Right from the groove of the Guide, Shaft,
Flat Washer Frame EJ, Right and remove the Link EJ, Right.
Compression Spring, 1.27 Tab
2. Remove the Flat Washer which secures the right side of the Frame EJ Assy.
3. Remove the PF Timing Belt and the Flat Washer from the Spur Gear, 37.242,
then remove the Spur Gear 41.48.
Holder, Idle Roller Link EJ, Right
4. Remove the Compression Spring, 1.27 and the Holder, Idle Roller together
Guide, Shaft, Extension Spring,
Frame EJ, Left Push Up, Plate, Left with the PF Timing Belt.
5. First slide the Frame EJ Assy. toward the left, and then Slide the Frame EJ
Assy. toward the right and remove it as shown in Figure2-44.
2 1 Tabs
C A U T IO N
When removing the Frame EJ Assy., be careful not to damage or
transform the Star Wheels of the Frame EJ Assy.
Flat Washer
Frame EJ Assy. Link EJ, Left
Tabs
6. Remove the Flat Washer which secures the Link EJ, Left, and then slide the
Link EJ, Left slightly to the right side.
Tabs
7. Remove the Extension Spring, Push Up, Plate, Left from the both tabs of the
Guide, Shaft, Frame EJ, Left and the Frame, Main.
8. Release the tabs which secure the Guide, Shaft, Frame EJ (left/right) and
remove the Guide, Shaft, Frame EJ (left/right).
Figure 2-44. Paper Guide, Front/Roller EJ Assy. Removal (1)

External View 9. Release the tab which secures the Paper Guide, Front to the Frame, Main and
remove it.
C A U T IO N
When Not replacing the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front and the
Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front Support, be careful not to touch
or bend them shown in Figure2-46
Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front
Tab Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front
PF Roller Assy.
Figure 2-46. Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front and

Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front, Support
Paper Guide, Front
10. Remove the Grounding Spring EJ (left/right) from the Roller EJ Assy.
11. Release the dowels of both left and right Bushing,5 which secure the Roller
EJ Assy., then turn them in the direction of the arrow.
12. Slide the right Bushing 5 to the right side and remove it. Then pull out the
Grounding Spring EJ, Left Roller EJ Assy. through the left side of the Frame, Main, and remove it from
the right of the Frame, Main.
Dowel
C A U T IO N
Do not damage the rubber rollers when removing the Roller EJ
Assy.
Dowel Grounding Spring EJ, Right
Roller EJ Assy.
Bush, 5 Rubber Rollers

Bush, 5
Left Side of the Printer Right Side of the Printer
Figure 2-45. Paper Guide, Front/Roller EJ Assy. Removal (2)

When installing the Paper Guide, Front to the Frame, Main A D J U S T M E N T When having replaced the Roller EJ Assy., apply G-26 grease to
Be careful not to damage the surface of the Roller PF Assy. R E Q U IR E D the specified points in adequate dose.
Be careful not to damage the rib of the Paper Guide, Front When having removed the Paper Guide, Front/Roller EJ Assy. or
or the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front. replaced it with a new one, perform the following adjustments in
Check if the dowels and the tab of the Paper Guide, Front order shown below. (Refer to Chapter 3 “ADJUSTMENT”)
are correctly secured to the Frame, Main. 1. First Dot Adjustment
4. Bi-D Adjustment
Dowel
Tab
Figure 2-47. Paper Guide, Front Installation

Make sure that there is no gap between the Paper Guide,
Front and the Frame, Main.
Be careful not to fold down the Porous Pad, Paper Guide,
Front and the Porous Pad, Paper Guide, Front, Support.
If any ink leaks on the rib of the Paper Guide, Front, clean it
with a cotton swab. (At this time, be careful not to touch the
Waste Ink Pads of the Paper Guide, Front with the cotton
swab.)
When reinstalling the Roller EJ Assy. to the Frame, Main
Do not damage its Rubber Rollers.
Check if the left and right Bushing, 5 are correctly secured.
Check if the Grounding Spring EJ (left/right) are correctly
attached to the both ends of the Roller EJ Assy.
When installing the PF Timing Belt, do not damage the teeth
of the Spur Gear, 37.242 and the Spur Gear, 41.48.
Make sure that the Roller EJ Assy. moves smoothly.

2.3.17 PF Motor Removal

C A U T IO N
Remove the PF Motor from the Frame, Main.
External View Be careful not to damage the Pinion Gear of the PF Motor.
Be careful not to lose the PF Motor Grounding Spring.
Spur Gear, 37.242 PF Timing Belt
Spur Gear, 41.48
Pinion Gear PF Motor
4
1 When reinstalling the PF Motor on the Frame, Main,
Do not damage the Pinion Gear of the PF Motor with the
Compression Spring, 1.27 Frame, Main.
2
3
Make sure that the connector cable of the PF Motor is placed
to the correct position on the Housing, Lower before putting
Holder, Idle Roller Hexagon Nut, M3 (5-7kgf.cm) the Printer Mechanism on the Housing, Lower.
Spacer, Insulator
Insulator, Motor, PF
Figure 2-48. PF Motor Removal

Parts/Units which should be removed before removing the PF Motor.
Figure 2-49. Cable connector of the PF Motor
Holder, Shaft Assy./Main Board Assy./APG Assy./Print Head/
Carriage Unit/Printer Mechanism
1. Release the PF Timing Belt from the Spur Gear, 37.242 and remove the Flat
Washer. Then pull out the Spur Gear, 41.48 to the left side of the printer and
remove it.
2. Remove the Compression Spring, 1.27 and the Holder, Idle Roller together
with the PF Timing Belt.
3. Remove the four nuts that secure the PF Motor and remove it.

Make sure that the PF Motor connector cable is connected to

CN6 on the Main Board connector.
Tighten the four nuts to secure the PF Motor in the order
Make sure that there is no gap between the Insulator Spacer,
insulator, the PF Motor Insulator and the Frame, Main.
Make sure to install the Grounding Spring to the position as
Make sure to install the PF Motor to the Frame, Main with
the side shown in Figure2-50 facing the frame.
Rear Front
Grounding Spring, Motor, PF

Figure 2-50. Grounding Spring Installation

CHAPTER
3
ADJUSTMENT
3.1 Adjustment Items and Overview

This chapter describes adjustments to be made after the disassembly/reassembly of this product.
3.1.1 Servicing Adjustment Item List

The adjustment items of this product are as follows. For details of the adjustment items, refer to the detailed procedures and sketches of the adjustment items.
Table 3-1. Adjustment Items

Function Item Purpose Method Outline Tool Used Media
Market Setting At the time of Main Board replacement, this adjustment is made Select and execute this function in the exclusive servicing program to Exclusive Non-target
to write the board common information on a destination basis. save the following data into the EEPROM. servicing
Market ID, CSIC Printer ID, D4 Setting (USB, Parallel), First Dot program
Adjustment fixed value.
USB ID Input This adjustment is made to allow the PC to recognize the Select this function in the exclusive servicing program and enter the Exclusive Non-target
connected printers individually when multiple printers of the serial numbers of the printers. The correction value is saved to the servicing
same model are connected and used with the PC via a USB hub. specific EEPROM address on the Main Board. program
Head ID Input At the time of Print Head replacement, this adjustment is made to Enter the ID of the Head QR code label applied to the Print Head into Exclusive Non-target
correct head manufacturing variations and eliminate the the exclusive servicing program to save it to the EEPROM on the Main servicing
Main Adjustment items
individual differences of print quality. Board. (Supplement: Read the QR code label from left to right on the program
top row and from top to bottom in due order.)
Head Angular This adjustment is made to correct the error in the Print Head Select this function in the exclusive servicing program and print the Exclusive Photo
Adjustment mounting position (angle of the Print Head to the paper surface) adjustment pattern. Check the displacement amount of the pattern and servicing Quality Ink
to keep the nozzle intervals uniform in the CR main scanning adjust it. Print the exclusive pattern again and adjust the displacement program Jet Paper
direction. amount. (A4)
Bi-D Adjustment This adjustment is made to correct the print timing in the go and Select this function in the exclusive servicing program and print the Exclusive Plain paper
return paths in bi-directional printing. adjustment patterns to check the displacement amounts of the patterns. servicing (A4)
Select/enter the pattern number that has the smallest displacement program
amount in the program. Print the exclusive patterns again and adjust the
displacement amount. The correction value is saved into the EEPROM.
PW Sensor This adjustment is made to correct the mounting position of the Select this function in the exclusive servicing program and print the Exclusive Photo Paper /
Adjustment PW Sensor on a software basis to minimize the paper detection adjustment patterns. Select the pattern number 5mm away from each servicing Glossy Photo
error caused by the variations of the mounting position. edge, and enter that number in the program. The correction value is program Paper (A4)
saved to the specific EEPROM address on the Main Board.
ADJUSTMENT Adjustment Items and Overview 82

Table 3-1. Adjustment Items

Function Item Purpose Method Outline Tool Used Media
First Dot This adjustment is made to correct the First Dot Position in the Select and execute this function in the exclusive servicing program. Exclusive Plain paper
Adjustment CR main scanning direction. Enter the correction value in the program using the rule position of the servicing (A4)
print pattern as a reference. The correction value is saved to the specific program
EEPROM address on the Main Board.
Main Adjustment items
CR Motor When the Main Board, CR Motor or PSB/PSE Board is replaced Select and execute this function in the exclusive servicing program to Exclusive Non-target
Deviation individually, this adjustment is made to write the maximum save the offset into the EEPROM. servicing
Correction offset to prevent the occurrence of damage to the motor at the program
time of CR Motor heat generation.
However, when the CR Guide Shaft is replaced together with the
above part, this adjustment is made to measure the manufacturing
variations of the CR Motor and PSB/PSE Board, utilize the motor
capability to the maximum for motor heat generation control, and
prevent the motor from being damaged by CR Motor heat
generation.
Table 3-2. Maintenance Functions

Function Item Purpose Adjustment Outline Tool Used Media
Head Cleaning This function is used to execute Cleaning efficiently when ink is Select this function in the exclusive servicing program, and execute Exclusive Non-target
not delivered from the Head properly, e.g. dot missing or skewed Cleaning 3 (CL 3). servicing
Maintenance items
injection. This function is used together with the Nozzle Check program
Pattern to confirm the Cleaning effects.
Ink Charge This function is used to drain the Shipping Liquid in the ASP Select this function in the exclusive servicing program, and execute the Exclusive Non-target
Print Head flow path and simultaneously fill ink in the head flow ink sucking operation equivalent to the Initial Charge. servicing
path to make all nozzles printable and stabilize the ink in the program
Print Head.

Table 3-3. Maintenance Functions

Protection Counter This function is used after repair to read the Waste Ink Counter, Select this function in the exclusive servicing program, read/display the Exclusive Non-target
and if the value is close to the predetermined near-end value or current data from the specific EEPROM address on the Main Board, servicing
end value, to recommend Pad replacement to the user in order to and check whether the current counter value is close to the upper limit program
Maintenance items
prevent the repaired printer from being returned again for repair or not.
in a short time. The reset function is used to reset the Waste Ink For the reset function, select this function in the exclusive servicing
Counter from the exclusive program after Waste Ink Pad program after Waste Ink Pad replacement, and reset the corresponding
replacement. data at the specific address in the EEPROM on the Main Board.
EEPROM Data This function is used to read the above necessary information Select this function in the exclusive servicing program, and read the Exclusive Non-target
Copy from the EEPROM of the faulty Main Board using the D4 data from the faulty board. After that, replace the Main Board and then servicing
function to reduce the auxiliary adjustment items at the time of write the read data to a new board. program
Board replacement.
Table 3-4. Check Pattern Printing

A4 Normal Paper This pattern is used to check whether all adjustment results are Select this function in the exclusive servicing program, print the print Exclusive Plain paper
Print normal. patterns, and check the adjustment result in each pattern. servicing (A4)
program
A4 Photo Quality This pattern is used to check whether all adjustment results are Select this function in the exclusive servicing program, print the print Exclusive Photo
Ink Jet Paper Print normal. patterns, and check the adjustment result in each pattern. servicing Quality Ink
program Jet Paper
Check pattern items
(A4)
A4 Photo Paper/ This pattern is used to check whether all adjustment results are Select this function in the exclusive servicing program, print the print Exclusive Glossy Photo
Glossy Photo Paper normal. patterns, and check the adjustment result in each pattern. servicing Paper (A4)
Print program
CD-R Print Check if the center position of CDR is correct. This pattern is used to make a simple print check at the EPSON service Exclusive Sheet, CD,
company. servicing Dummy
program
Nozzle Check This pattern is used to check simply whether all nozzles deliver This pattern is used to make a simple print check at the EPSON service Exclusive Plain paper
Pattern Print ink or not. company. servicing (A4)
program

Table 3-5. Appendix

Save All EEPROM This function is used to analyze defective products. Save the data of all EEPROM addresses. Exclusive Non-target
Appendix items
Data servicing
program
APG Check This function is used to check if APG Assy. works properly. Select this function in the exclusive servicing program, and check the Exclusive Non-target
CR Guide Shaft movement. servicing
program

3.1.2 Replacement Part-Based Adjustment Priorities Note: "Required" in this table indicates the adjustment items that must be implemented when the
corresponding parts/units have been removed or replaced. "Recommended", on the other
The following table shows the adjustment items and their order for the replacement hand, indicates those which are recommended the adjustment after removing or replacing
them. "-" means the adjustment is not needed.
parts.
When having removed or replaced more than one part/unit, refer to the items that correspond
to the parts/units.
Table 3-6. Adjustment Item

Performance Priority 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Head CR Motor
EEPROM Market USB ID Protection Head ID PG First dot PW Sensor Bi-d
Ink Charge Angular Deviation
Data Copy Setting Input Counter Input Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment
Adjustment Correction
ASF Unit Removal - - - - - - - Required - - - -
ASF Unit Replacement - - - - - - - Required - - - -
CR Motor Removal - - - - - - - Required Required Recommended Required -
CR Motor Replacement - - - - - - - Required Required Recommended Required Required
Paper Guide, Upper Removal - - - - - - - - - - - -
Paper Guide, Upper

- - - - - - - - - - - -
Replacement
Front Frame Removal - - - - - - - - - - - -
Front Frame Replacement - - - - - - - - - - - -
Carriage Unit Removal - - - - - - Required Required Required Recommended Required -
Carriage Unit Replacement - - - - - - Required Required Required Recommended Required -
Print Head Removal - - - - - - Required Required Required Required Required -
Print Head Replacement - - - - Required Required Required Required Required Required Required -
Main Board Removal - - - - - - - - - - - -
Main Board Replacement

Required - - - - - - - - - - -
(Read OK)
Main Board Replacement Required
(Read NG) (Replacing
- Required Required - Required - Required Required Required Required Required
Waste Ink
Pads)
Holder Shaft Assy. Removal - - - - - - - - - - - -
Holder Shaft Assy.

- - - - - - - - - - - -
Replacement
CR Guide Shaft Removal - - - - - - Required Required Required - Required -
CR Guide Shaft Replacement - - - - - - Required Required Required - Required Required

Performance Priority 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Head CR Motor
EEPROM Market USB ID Waste Ink Head ID PG First dot PW Sensor Bi-d
Ink Charge Angular Deviation
Data Copy Setting Input Pad Counter Input Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment
Adjustment Correction
Roller EJ Assy. Removal - - - - - - - - - - - -
Roller EJ Assy. Replacement - - - - - - - - - - - -
Power Supply Board Removal - - - - - - - - - - - -
Power Supply Board

- - - - - - - - - - - Required
Replacement
Paper Guide, Front Removal - - - - - - - Recommended Recommended Recommended Required -
Paper Guide, Front

- - - - - - - Recommended Recommended Recommended Required -
Replacement
PF Motor Removal - - - - - - - - - - - -
PF Motor Replacement - - - - - - - - - - - -
Waste Ink Pads Removal - - - - - - - - - - - -
Waste Ink Pads Replacement - - - Required - - - - - - - -
PW Sensor Removal - - - - - - - - Required - - -
PW Sensor Replacement - - - - - - - - Required - - -
Printer Mechanism Removal

- - - - - - Recommended - - - - -
*1)
Printer Mechanism
- - - - - - Recommended - - - - -
Replacement *1)
Ink System Removal - - - - - - - - - - - -
Ink System Replacement - - - - - - - - - - - -
*1)The adjustment has been completed at the unit level of ASP supply.
However, since the Main Board, the Print Head and the ASF are supplied separately, refer to the each item that corresponds to the part/unit.

3.2 Adjustment by using adjustment program 3.2.3 Head ID Input

[Adjustment Procedure]
The procedures of the adjustment items will be explained here. The intended item is as
follows. 1. Select the Head ID of the Adjustment Program.
Market Setting 2. Enter the 15-digits code of the Head ID label applied to the Print Head. Enter the
USB ID Input Head ID from left to right on the top row and from top to bottom in due order.
Head ID Input 3.2.4 Head Angular Adjustment

Head Angular Adjustment
Bi-d Adjustment
1. Select Head Angular Adjustment in the Adjustment Program.
PW Sensor Adjustment
2. Click the [Print] button to print Head Angular Adjustment Pattern.
First Dot Adjustment
3. Select the pattern value of the group of the most neatly aligned.
CR Motor Deviation Correction
4. Click the [input] button and write the adjustment value.
A4 Normal Paper Print (Note: The range of the adjustment value is -3 to 3.)
A4 Photo Quality Inkjet Paper Print [Treatment procedure for NG product]
A4 Glossy Photo Paper Print
1. Replace the Print Head with new one again.
2. Print the check pattern, and examine the printed pattern.
3.2.1 Market Setting 3. If the pattern is NG level, confirm the installation condition of removed parts
during disassembly.
4. Perform Step2 again.
1. Select the Market Setting in the Adjustment Program.
2. Click the [OK] button to write the specific data into EEPROM. OK pattern NG pattern [Judging Standard]
- The upper and lower line should be neatly aligned.
3. Click the [Check] button to check market and model name. [Reference: Standard value in manufactory]
- Standard: ± 50µm
3.2.2 USB ID Input

1. Select USB ID in the Adjustment Program.
2. Enter the 10-digits serial number from the label applied to the back side of the
Housing Frame. Figure 3-1. Head Angular Printing Pattern
ADJUSTMENT Adjustment by using adjustment program 88

3.2.5 Bi-d Adjustment

1. Select Bi-D Adjustment in the Adjustment Program.
2. Click the [Print] button to print Bi-D Adjustment Pattern.
3. After selecting the pattern that has the smallest misalignment in each variable dot,
click the [Go to input page] button in the Adjustment Program.
4. Click the [Input] button to write the adjustment value.
5. Click the [Go to print page] button.
[Treatment procedure for NG product]

1. Replace the Print Head with new one again.
3. If the result is NG level, confirm the installation condition of removed parts during
disassembly.
C H E C K For Bi-D Adjustment, the Adjustment Program

P O IN T
automatically sets the PG (-) adjustment value based on the
PG (Typ) adjustment value.
OK pattern NG pattern
[Judging Standard]
- NO vertical lines in the block
pattern.
Figure 3-2. Bi-D Adjustment Pattern

3.2.6 PW Sensor Adjustment 3.2.7 First Dot Adjustment

[Adjustment Procedure] [Adjustment Procedure]
1. Select PW Sensor Adjustment in the Adjustment Program. 1. Select First Dot Adjustment in the Adjustment Program.
2. Click the [Print] button to print PW Sensor Adjustment Pattern. 2. Click the [Print] button to print First Dot Adjustment Pattern.
3. Select the number of the pattern 5mm away from each edge. 3. The printed line shows the current left and right margin. Input a positive or
4. Click the [Input] button to write the adjustment value. negative integer to extend or reduce the margin. The increment per integer is
0.0176 mm.
[Treatment procedure for NG product]
4. Click the [input] button to write the adjustment value.
1. Replace the PW sensor with new one again. [Treatment procedure for NG product]
1. Replace the repaired (replaced) part with new one.
2. Print the check pattern, and check the adjustment result.
disassembly.
disassembly.
[Judging Standard]
- Top / Bottom: 3.7 to 6.0mm
- Right / Left : 4.0 to 5.5mm
[Judging Standard]
- Standard: 3 ± 1.0mm away from left edge.
Figure 3-4. First Dot Adjustment
Figure 3-3. PW Sensor Adjustment Pattern

3.2.8 CR Motor Deviation Correction

1. Select CR Motor Deviation Correction in the Adjustment Program.
2. Check each box of the replaced parts/units checklist and then click the [OK]
button.
3.2.9 A4 Normal Paper Print

1. Select A4 Normal Paper Print in the Adjustment Program.
2. Click the [Print] button to print A4 Normal Paper Print Pattern.
3. Check the adjustment result in each pattern.
3.2.10 A4 Photo Quality Inkjet Paper Print

1. Select A4 Photo Quality Inkjet Paper Print in the Adjustment Program.
2. Click the [Print] button to print A4 Photo Quality Inkjet Paper Print Pattern.
3.2.11 A4 Glossy Photo Paper print

1. Select A4 Photo Paper/ Glossy Photo Paper print in the Adjustment Program.
2. Click the [Print] button to print A4 Photo Paper/ Glossy Photo Paper print Pattern.

3.3 Adjustment Except Adjustment Program [Adjustment Procedure]

1. Make both sides of the two Thickness Gauge (1.15mm and 1.31mm) clean by
This section explains the adjustments other than those made by the Adjustment wiping with Bemcot with a little alcohol.
Program.
2. To make the PG position negative (-), turn the gear of the APG Assy. and match
the flag center of the Cam, CR, Right with the PG Sensor.
3.3.1 PG Adjustment
Cam, CR, Right
[Purpose] Gear of the APG Assy.
This adjustment is required when removing or replacing the following parts/units in

Flag
order to secure the specified space between the print-side of the Print Head and the
paper.
PG Sensor
Carriage Unit
CR Guide Shaft
Bushing, Parallel Adjust, Left (Right)
(Including when having moved the position of the Bushing Parallel Adjust, Left
(Right)) Figure 3-5. Setting PG Position
3. Match the 0 position (Hole point of gear) of the Bushing, Parallel Adjust, Left
(Right) with the rib of the Main Frame.
Bushing, Parallel Adjust, Left Bushing, Parallel Adjust, Right
Ribs Ribs
Hole point
Hole point
Figure 3-6. Setting the Bushing, Parallel Adjust
4. Move the Carriage Unit to the centre of the printer and remove the Lever,
Cartridge. Then, set the PG-Adjustment Dummy Cartridge or new one.
ADJUSTMENT Adjustment Except Adjustment Program 92

5. Move the Carriage Unit to the left edge of the printer, then set the Thickness 7. Remove the Thickness Gauge and move the Carriage Unit to the right edge. Then,
Gauge (1.15mm) on the three left ribs of the Paper Guide, Front. set the Thickness Gauge on the three right ribs of the Paper Guide, Front.
Ribs
Ribs
Thickness Gauge Thickness Gauge
Figure 3-7. Setting the Thickness Gauge Figure 3-9. Setting the Thickness Gauge
6. Implement PG Adjustment on the left according to the flowchart in the Figure 3-8. 8. Implement PG Adjustment on the right according to the flowchart in the Figure
Start 3-10.
Start
Move the Carriage Unit Note: Take down toward the printer front by 1 notch:
from side to side on the PG gets narrower. Note: Take down toward the printer front by 1 notch:
Thickness Gauge by using Take up toward the printer back by 1 notch: Move the Carriage Unit
from side to side on the PG gets narrower.
the Timing Belt. PG gets wider.
Thickness Gauge by using Take up toward the printer back by 1 notch:
the Timing Belt. PG gets wider.
Yes
Does the Thickness
Gauge move? Yes
Does the Thickness
No Gauge move?
Take up the Bushing,
Parallel Adjust, Left toward No
Take down the Bushing, the printer back by 1 notch. Take up the Bushing, Parallel
Parallel Adjust, Left toward
Take down the Bushing, Adjust, Right toward the
the printer front by 1 notch.
Parallel Adjust, Right toward printer back by 1 notch.
Move the Carriage Unit
the printer front by 1 notch.
from side to side on the
Take up: PG gets wider Thickness Gauge by using Move the Carriage Unit
the Timing Belt. from side to side on the
Take down: PG Take up: Thickness Gauge by using
gets narrower PG gets wider the Timing Belt.
Yes
Does the Thickness
Gauge move? Yes
Does the Thickness
No Gauge move?
Take down: PG gets narrower Go to Step 7. No
Figure 3-8. PG Adjustment (Left Side) Go to Step 9.

Figure 3-10. PG Adjustment (Right Side)

9. After finishing PG Adjustment on the right, move the Carriage Unit to the left 11. Check PGs on both the left and right according to the flowchart in the Figure 3-12.
edge of the printer again, then check PG according to the flowchart in the Figure Start
3-11.
Start Check left PG.
Move the Carriage Unit Note: Take down toward the printer front by 1 notch: Move the Carriage Unit
from side to side on the PG gets narrower. from side to side on the
Thickness Gauge by using Take up toward the printer back by 1 notch: Thickness Gauge by using
the Timing Belt. PG gets wider. the Timing Belt.
No
Yes Does the Thickness
Does the Thickness
Gauge move? Gauge move?
No Yes
Go to Step 10 Take up the Bushing, Check right PG.

Parallel Adjust, Left toward
the printer back by 1 notch. Move the Carriage Unit
from side to side on the
Thickness Gauge by using
Take up: PG gets wider Move the Carriage Unit to
the Timing Belt.
the right by using the
Timing Belt.
No
Does the Thickness
Yes Gauge move?
Does the Thickness
Gauge move?
Yes
No
Take down: PG gets narrower Go to Step 12 Go Back to Step 3
Go Back to Step 7 Figure 3-12. PG Checking (2)
Figure 3-11. PG Checking (1) 12. After finishing the adjustment, secure the Bushing, Parallel Adjust, Left (Right)
with screws.
10. Move the Carriage Unit back to the left edge of the printer, then set the Thickness
Gauge (1.31mm) on the three ribs of the Paper Guide, Front in the same way as the 13. After securing, check PGs on both the left and right again according to the
Figure 3-7. flowchart in the Figure 3-12.

CHAPTER
4
MAINTENANCE
4.1 Overview 4.1.2 Service Maintenance

If print irregularity (missing dot, white line, etc.) or a maintenance request error
This section provides information to maintain the printer in its optimum condition. (indicated as "Service Required" by the Status Monitor) has occurred, take the
following actions to clear the error.
4.1.1 Cleaning Head Cleaning
This printer has no mechanical components which require regular cleaning except the If dot missing or banding phenomenon has occurred, use the Print Head Cleaning
Print Head. Therefore, when serving the printer that has been sent for repair, check the function and perform the Print Head cleaning operation.* This function can be
following parts and perform appropriate cleaning if stain is noticeable. performed by operating the control panel, the print driver utility and the
Adjustment Program.
Never use chemical solvents, such as thinner, benzine, and When performing the cleaning sequence by operating the Control Panel, first make
C A U T IO N
acetone to clean the exterior parts of the printer like the housing. sure that the printer is in stand-by status. (The LED of power supply is lighting.)
These chemicals may deform the components of the printer or Then, press the [Ink] button for more than three seconds. The printer will start a
deteriorate the quality of the printer. cleaning sequence.
Be careful not to damage any components when you clean inside When selecting the manual cleaning by the printer driver utility, the most
the printer. appropriate cleaning mode will be selected.
Do not scratch the surface of the PF Roller. Use a soft brush to The following is an operation process of the printer head cleaning by the Printer
wipe off dust. Use a soft cloth moistened with dilute alcohol to Driver Utility.
remove ink stain. Refer to Chapter 3 "ADJUSTMENT" for the operation of the Adjustment
When using compressed air products; such as air duster, for Program.
cleaning during repair and maintenance, the use of such products
containing flammable gas is prohibited. * This product has three modes for Manual Cleaning, and even it is in operation,
it automatically selects the best cleaning mode in accordance with the various
conditions of the printer. Therefore, the consumption of the ink by the manual
Housing
cleaning will vary depending on the selected mode.
Use a clean soft cloth moistened with water and wipe off any dirt. If the Housings
are stained with ink, use a cloth moistened with neutral detergent and wring out
tightly to wipe it off.
Inside the printer
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any paper dust.
LD Roller
When the paper loading function does not operate because friction of the LD
Roller has gone down due to paper dust, remove the dust by using a soft cloth
moistened with alcohol.
MAINTENANCE Overview 96
1. Select EPSON Status Monitor 3 in the Printer Driver Utility. Then make sure that Maintenance Request Error
the printer connected to Status Monitor 3 is on standby status. If it is on standby,
Ink is used for operations such as Head Cleaning as well as printing. In that case,
the following will be displayed.
the ink is drained into the Waste Ink Pad and its amount is counted in the Waste
Ink Counter set in the EEPROM on the control board. When the preset value is
reached (Waste Ink Counter = Protection Counter A = variable between 20000 and
46750), The Waste Ink Counter detects that the Waste Ink Pad has reached its
predetermined limit. The Maintenance Request Error will be displayed on Status
Monitor 3 as shown below.
Figure 4-1. Display for Status Monitor 3

2. Select Head Cleaning in the Printer Driver Utility and execute the printer Head
Cleaning. After the cleaning, choose "Nozzle Check" and print the Nozzle Check
Pattern.
Figure 4-3. Maintenance Request Error Display on Status Monitor 3

If this error occurs, replace the Waste Ink Pad and reset the Waste Ink Counter
stored in the EEPROM. Resetting of the Waste Ink Counter can be done only from
the Adjustment Program since this product does not have the reset function for the
Waste Ink Counter through the operation Panel Switch. Refer to Chapter 3
"ADJUSTMENT" for the reset procedure.
During repair service, the Waste Ink Counter must be checked according to the
firmware version, the Main Board checker program version and the Nozzle Check
Pattern of the Nozzle Check Pattern Print. If the Waste Ink Counter is close to its
limit, we recommend to replace the Waste Ink Pad since another "Maintenance
Request Error" might occur after returning the repaired product to the user.
Figure 4-2. Head Cleaning Functions of the Print Driver Utility
4.1.3 Lubrication Refer to the following figures for the lubrication points.
The lubrication used for each components of Stylus Photo R220/R230 has been <Lubrication Point>
specified on based on the evaluation carried out by Epson. Therefore, when repairing
1. Contact point between the
or carrying out the maintenance work, make sure to apply the specified amount of Grounding Spring, PF and the
lubricant to the specified places. PF Roller
Grounding Spring, PF Paper Guide, Rear
When wiping off the grease during the cleaning 2. Surface of contact point
between the PF Roller and the
If necessary when performing assembly/disassembly of the printer Paper Guide, Rear
<Lubrication Type>
C A U T IO N Never use oil or grease other than those specified in this manual. 1. G-26
Use of different types of oil or grease may damage the
2. G-26
components or affect the printer functions. 1
Never apply a larger amount of oil or grease than specified in this 2 <Lubrication Amount>
manual. 1. Half periphery of the Roller, PF
PF Roller 2. 4mm x 2 points
<Remarks>
Use a syringe to apply it.
Table 4-1. Oil Applied to Stylus Photo R220/R230
Type Name EPSON Code Supplier
G-26 1080614 <Lubrication Point>
Grease G-46 1039172 EPSON Inside surface of the Bushing, 5
Bushing, 5 left Bushing, 5 right
(Roller EJ Assy.)
G-63 1218320
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
C A U T IO N When using G-64, it is recommended to use a flux dispenser
(1049533) together. <Lubrication Amount>
Adequate dose
<Remarks>
Use a cotton-tipped swab to apply
it.
<Lubrication Point> <Lubrication Point>

Rear of contact point between the 1. Contact point between the shaft
Paper Guide, Front PF Roller and tab of the Paper of the Frame EJ and inside the
Guide, Front Guide, Shaft, Frame EJ Left
Guide, Shaft, Frame EJ, Left
Roller, PF 2. Contact point between shaft of
<Lubrication Type>
the Frame, EJ and upper
G-26 surface of the Push Up Plate,
1 1 Frame EJ, Left
<Lubrication Amount> <Lubrication Type>
10mm 1. G-26
<Remarks> 2. G-26
Use a syringe to apply it. <Lubrication Amount>
1 2
1. 3 points (Adequate dose)
1. 1 point (Adequate dose)
<Remarks>
Use a brush to apply it

EJ Roller Paper Guide, Front
Bottom of contact point between 1. Contact point between shaft of
the EJ Roller and tab of the Paper the Frame EJ and inside the
Guide, Front Guide, Shaft, Frame EJ Right
1 1
2. Contact point between shaft of
<Lubrication Type>
the Frame EJ and upper surface
G-26 of the Push Up Plate Frame EJ
Right
3 points (Adequate dose) 1. G-26
2
<Remarks> 1 2. G-26
Use a cotton-tipped swab to apply <Lubrication Amount>
it. 1. 3 points (Adequate dose)
Guide, Shaft, Frame EJ Right 2. 1 point (Adequate dose)
<Remarks>
Use a brush to apply it.

Contact point between the Guide 1. Surface of contact point
Shaft, Frame EJ, Right and the between upper side of the Cam,
Cam, CR, Left
Paper Guide, Front CR, Left and the Main Frame
2. Surface of contact point
<Lubrication Type> 1 between periphery surface of
G-26 the Cam, CR, Left and the
Bushing, Parallel Adjust, Left
Adequate dose 1. G-63
2. G-63
<Remarks> <Lubrication Amount>
2
Use a brush to apply it. 1. Half periphery
2. Half periphery
<Remarks>
Use a brush to apply it

Contact point between the Roller Periphery surface Inside of the
EJ and the Ground Spring, EJ Cam, CR, Right
Cam, CR, Right
Right
Roller EJ <Lubrication Type>

<Lubrication Type> G-63
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
<Lubrication Amount> 4 points
Adequate dose Adequate dose
<Remarks> <Remarks>
Use a brush to apply it. • Use a brush to apply it.
• Do not apply it outside the
boundary in the figure.


1. Groove on the right side of the Contact point between left side of
CR Guide Shaft (The Groove is the CR Guide Shaft and the Fixed
for the Fixed Spring, Shaft CR, Spring, Shaft CR, Left
Right)
<Lubrication Type>
2 2. Contact point between right CR Guide Shaft
side of the CR Guide Shaft and G-63
the Main Frame
2 <Lubrication Amount>
<Lubrication Type>
CR Guide Shaft
1. G-63 3mm
2. G-63
1
<Remarks>
1. Half periphery
2. 3mm x 2 points
<Remarks>

Upper surface Upper surface
Contact point between left side of Specified points on the Holder,
the CR Guide Shaft and the Main Scale, Left in the left figure
Frame Both sides that are close to
upper surface
<Lubrication Type> <Lubrication Type>
Upper surface
G-63 G-63
<Lubrication Amount> <Lubrication Amount>

3mm x 2 points 8 points (Adequate dose)
Inside surface of the hole
CR Guide Shaft <Remarks>

Upper surface <Remarks>
Holder, Scale, Left


Upper surface 1
Holder, Scale, Right Specified points on the Holder, 1. Upper surface of curving area
Scale, Right in the left figure of the Holder, Idle Roller
2. Lower surface of curving area
Both sides <Lubrication Type>
of the Holder, Idle Roller
Upper surface G-63
<Lubrication Type>
Both sides <Lubrication Amount>
1. G-26
8 points (Adequate dose)
2. G-26
2 <Lubrication Amount>
Inside surface of the hole
<Remarks>
Upper surface
<Remarks>

Pulley, Driven Assy. The Pulley, Driven Assy. Inside surface of the Guide Plate,
Guide Plate, CR CR
<Lubrication Type> <Lubrication Type>

G-26 G-26
<Lubrication Amount> Home position side:
1mm x 4 points To the edge of ‘Cover, Guide
Plate, CR’.
Anti-home side:
To about 40mm from the edge.
<Remarks>
Use a syringe to apply it. <Remarks>


On the CR Guide Shaft outer the Grounding Plate, Head Contact Point between the
bearings of the Carriage Grounding Plate, Head and the CR
Guide Shaft
<Lubrication Type>
G-63
<Lubrication Type>
G-46
120mg-160mg x 2 points
<Remarks> Adequate dose
1. Use a syringe to apply it.
<Remarks>
2. Apply grease while rotating the
Use a cotton-tipped swab to apply
CR Guide Shaft.
it.

Holes inside the Carriage Shaft, LD Roller 1. Cam of the Shaft, LD Roller
shown in the left figure
1 2. Contact point between cam of
<Lubrication Type> the Shaft, LD Roller and the
G-63 Paper Back Lever
<Lubrication Type>
<Lubrication Amount> 1. G-46
150mg-210mg x 2 points 2. G-46
2
1
<Remarks> Adequate dose
1
<Remarks>
Use a flux dispenser to apply it.


Paper Back Lever Specified section on the Paper 1. Specified section on the ASF
Back Lever set in the ASF Assy. Frame in the left figure
in the left figure 1 2. The contact points between the
ASF Frame and the dowels of
the Paper Back Lever
<Lubrication Type>
G-46 2
<Lubrication Type>
1. G-46
2. G-46
Adequate dose ASF Frame <Lubrication Amount>
Adequate dose
<Remarks> <Remarks>
Use a flux dispenser. Use a flux dispenser
1

Specified section on the right side Torsion Spring, 21.2 The contact points between the
of the Hopper in the left figure Torsion Spring, 21.2 and the Main
Frame
<Lubrication Type>
G-46 <Lubrication Type>
G-26
Hopper Adequate dose <Lubrication Amount>
Main Frame
Adequate dose
<Remarks>
Use a flux dispenser to apply it. <Remarks>
Be careful for over lubrication. Use a brush to apply it.

CHAPTER
5
APPENDIX
5.1 Exploded Diagrams

The exploded diagrams are shown at the following pages.
AppendIx Exploded Diagrams 106

109
102
The parts to which no reference number
is assigned will not be available as 100
after-sale service parts.
106
110 107
101
108
103
111
105
112
104
PM-G730 /STYLUS PHOTO R220,R230 NO.2 REV.01 C626-CASE-011

is assigned will not be available as
200
460
450
300
310
320
PM-G730 / STYLUS PHOTO R220,R230 NO.3 REV.01 C626-ELEC-011

554
is assigned will not be available as
558
515
519
520
534
529 510
513
521
532 514
533 523 509
559
531 508
509
530
556 X6 511
539 535 516
512
563
504
564
537 555
538
505
526
525 501 506
536 507
557
561
528
540
527 500
548 547
562
541 551
552 549
542 550
543 544
545 546
PM-G730 / STYLUS PHOTO R220,R230 NO.4 REV.02 C626-MECH-012

713
714
The parts to which no reference number 703
is assigned will not be available as 701
710
700 704
705
702
704
707
706
708
709
711
711
712
712
712
PM-G730 / STYLUS PHOTO R220,R230 NO.5 REV.01 C626-MECH-021

5.2 Parts List Code Parts Name

450 BOARD ASSY.,PANEL
Parts list for EPSON Stylus Photo R220/R230
460 CABLE,PANEL
Code Parts Name 500 PRINTER MECHANISM(ASP)
1 SHEET CDR ASSY.;D 501 CARRIAGE
2 POWER CABLE 504 HOLDER,FFC
NON FIG I/C WITHOUT INDIVIDUAL BOX B,WST,AS,4CD01C 505 HOLDER,FFC;B
NON FIG I/C WITHOUT INDIVIDUAL BOX C,WST,AS,4CD01C 506 BOARD ASSY.,DETECTOR,PW
NON FIG I/C WITHOUT INDIVIDUAL BOX M,WST,AS,4CD01C 507 CAP,DETECTOR,PW
NON FIG I/C WITHOUT INDIVIDUAL BOX Y,WST,AS,4CD01C 508 GUIDE,IC
NON FIG I/C WITHOUT INDIVIDUAL BOX LC,WST,AS,4CD01C 509 C.B.P-TITE SCREW,2.5X8,F/ZN-3C
NON FIG I/C WITHOUT INDIVIDUAL BOX LM,WST,AS,4CD01C 510 HOLDER,I/C
NON FIG SOFTWARE CD,EAI-LATIN 511 HARNESS,PW
100 COVER,PRINTER,ASSY;R220 512 BOARD ASSY.,ENCORDER
101 HOUSING,FRAME;C;EDG 513 TIMING BELT;E
102 PAPER SUPPORT ASSY.,C546,ASP 514 LEVER,CARTRIDGE
103 HOUSING LEFT ASSY.;C626 515 CABLE,HEAD
104 HOUSING,RIGHT;EBM 516 SHAFT,CR,GUIDE
105 STACKER ASSY.;C626 519 EXTENSION SPRING,3.289
106 PANEL,BUTTON;C;EDG 520 SCALE,CR
107 BUTTON,SW;B;EDG2 521 APG ASSY.;C626
108 GUIDE,BUTTON,SW 523 PAPER GUIDE UPPER SET ASSY.
109 LABEL,CAUTION 525 MOTOR ASSY.,CR
110 LABEL,CAUTION,CD-R 526 FIXED SPRING,CR SHAFT,RIGHT
111 COVER,INK TUBE;EDG 527 BUSHING,PARALLEL ADJUST,RIGHT;B
112 STOPPER,PAPER STACKER;B 528 EXTENSION SPRING,PUSH UP PLATE,R
200 BOARD ASSY.,MAIN 529 FIXED SPRING,CR SHAFT,LEFT
300 POWER SUPPLY ASSY.,C546,ASP 530 BUSHING,PARALLEL ADJUST,LEFT;B
310 BOARD ASSY.,INTERFACE 531 PAPER GUIDE FRONT ASSY.,ASP
320 HARNESS 532 POROUS PAD,PAPER GUIDE,FRONT;B
AppendIx Parts List 111

Code Parts Name Code Parts Name

533 POROUS PAD,PAPER GUIDE,FRONT,SUPPORT;B 564 TORSION SPRING,21.2
534 POROUS PAD,PAPER GUIDE,FRONT,LEFT;B 700 PRINT HEAD
535 SPUR GEAR,41.38 701 ASF ASSY.;G
536 EXTENSION SPRING,PUSH UP PLATE,L 702 ROLLER,RETARD,ASSY.
537 COMPRESSION SPRING,1.27 703 COMPRESSION SPRING,2.51
538 MOTOR ASSY.,PF;B 704 POROUS PAD,INK EJECT,SMALL;B
539 FRAME EJ,ASSY.,ASP 705 POROUS PAD,INK EJECT,UPPER;B
540 ROLLER EJ ASSY. 706 POROUS PAD,INK EJECT,LOWER;B
541 CDR,GUIDE,FRAME ASSY.;H,C546,ASP 707 POROUS PAD,CAP,LOWER,LARGE
542 COMPRESSION SPRING,5.1 708 POROUS PAD,CAP,LOWER,SMALL
543 LOCK,STACKER 709 POROUS PAD,INK EJECT,UPPER,SUPPORT;B
544 SENSOR ASSY.,CDR 710 POROUS PAD,SLIDER,CAP,D6
545 INK SYSTEM ASSY.;B 711 INSULATOR,FRAME,MAIN
546 LEVER,LOCK,SLIDER 712 FOOT
547 COMBINATION GEAR,27.2,19.2 713 HOLDER SHAFT ASSY.;B,ASP
548 LEVER,CHANGE 714 ROLLER,LD;B
549 COMPRESSION SPRING,2.36
550 SPUR GEAR,25.6
551 SPUR GEAR,27.2”
552 COMBINATION GEAR,20.82,24
554 SHIELD PLATE,FFC
555 BOARD ASSY.,CSIC
556 CONNECTER,CSIC
557 ROLLER,PF
558 CARRIAGE ASSY.,ASP
559 TORSION SPRING,LEVER,CARTRIDGE
561 BUSHING,ROLLER,PF,LEFT
562 BUSHING,ROLLER,PF,RIGHT
563 PAPER GUIDE,REAR
AppendIx Parts List 112

5.3 Electrical Circuits

The electric circuit diagrams below are shown at the following pages:
Main Board (C546 MAIN)
Power Board (C528 PSH)
Panel Board (C546PNL)
IF Board (C546IF)
AppendIx Electrical Circuits 113

Model : Stylus Photo R220/R230
Board : C546MAIN
Rev. : L
Sheet : 1/1
Board : C528PSH
Rev. : A
Sheet : 1/1
Board : C546PNL
Rev. : A
Sheet : 1/1
Board : C546IF
Rev. : C
Sheet : 1/1

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EPSON Stylus Photo R220/R230

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WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.

Manual Configuration Symbols Used in this Manual

A D J U S T M E N T Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or

Indicates that a particular task must be carried out according to a

A August 24, 2005 First Release

1.1 Overview Table 1-2. Motor, Coil Resistance

1.2 Troubleshooting with LED Indications and Status Monitor 3 Message

Table 1-4. LED Indications and STM3

This error is detected when;

This error is detected when the Value of the

Fast Blink : 0.1sec. on + 0.1sec. off

TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting with LED Indications and Status Monitor 3 Message 9

Table 1-4. LED Indications and STM3

This error is detected when;

This error is detected when;

-- : No Change of the LED Status

TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting with LED Indications and Status Monitor 3 Message 10

Table 1-4. LED Indications and STM3

This error is detected when feeding business

This error is detected when the top of paper

-- : No Change of the LED Status

TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting with LED Indications and Status Monitor 3 Message 11

Table 1-4. LED Indications and STM3

This error is detected when the CD/DVD Tray

-- : No Change of the LED Status

TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting with LED Indications and Status Monitor 3 Message 12

Table 1-4. LED Indications and STM3

This error is detected when the Ink Cartridge is

This error is detected when the CSIC

-- : No Change of the LED Status

TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting with LED Indications and Status Monitor 3 Message 13

Table 1-4. LED Indications and STM3

This error is detected when;

This error is detected when the ink consumption

TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting with LED Indications and Status Monitor 3 Message 14

Table 1-4. LED Indications and STM3

This error is detected when the printer cannot

-- : No Change of the LED Status

TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting with LED Indications and Status Monitor 3 Message 15

Table 1-5. Status and Possible Causes of Fatal Error

Power : OFF The PF Motor Cable is disconnected.

TROUBLESHOOTING Unit Level Troubleshooting 16

Table 1-6. Fatal Error Check Points by Phenomenon

Compression Spring, 2.36

Paper Guide, Upper

TROUBLESHOOTING Unit Level Troubleshooting 17

Table 1-7. Status and Possible Causes of CD/DVD Guide Error

TROUBLESHOOTING Unit Level Troubleshooting 18

Table 1-8. CD/DVD Guide Error Check Points by Phenomenon

Star Wheel Sensor

TROUBLESHOOTING Unit Level Troubleshooting 19

Table 1-9. Status and Possible Causes of Paper Jam Error

TROUBLESHOOTING Unit Level Troubleshooting 20

Table 1-10. Paper Jam Error Check Points by Phenomenon

Torsion Spring, 0.22

Is the paper path free of any Checked

Specified Are all the adjustment done Checked

Ensuring the quality of reassembled products