EPSON Stylus Pro 3800/3800C/3850 Revision A
OPERATING PRINCIPLES Overview 36
2.1 Overview
OPERATING PRINCIPLES OVERVIEW
2.2 Print Mechanism
Describes basic specifications of the print
mechanism (print head).
<Main Component>
• Print Head
2.3 Ink Supply Mechanism
Explains how the ink is supplied from the
cartridges to the print mechanism.
<Main Components>
• Ink Cartridge
• Ink Cartridge Holder
• Damper
•Pressure Pump
• Ink change system
2.4 Cleaning Mechanism
Explains how the print head is cleaned.
<Main Component>
• Pump Cap Unit
2.5 Carriage Mechanism
Explains how to move the Carriage Unit.
<Main Components>
• CR Motor
• CR Scale
• Timing Belt
• CR Encoder
2.6 Paper Feed Mechanism
Explains how paper is fed and
transported.
<Main Components>
• PF Motor
•ASF
• PE Sensor
• Paper Eject Tray