Epson LQ 1050 - B/W Dot-matrix Printer User Manual

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4.3 ADJUSTMENT
This section describes the adjustment procedures required when reassembling this printer. When
disassembly or replacement is performed during maintenance or repaires of the parts described in this
section, the following adjustments should be performed to ensure proper operation.
4.3.1 Platen
Gap Adjustment
Adjust the gap between the platen and the
printhead when carriage guide shaft B is rotated or removed.
Step 1: Remove the printer mechanism (Refer to Section 4.2.5. l.).
Step 2: Remove the
printhead (Refer to Section 4.2.5.2.).
Step 3: Remove the ribbon mask.
Figure 4-53. Ribbon Mask Holder and Ribbon Mask Configuration
Step 4: Reinstall the
printhead on the carriage.
NOTE: When reinstalling the
printhead, lock the head lock levers while pushing the printhead
Step 5:
Step 6:
Step 7:
Step
8:
forward and downwoard.
Move the carriage to center.
Lighty loosen the HNO (4) nut securing the head adjustment lever (See Figure 4-50).
Turn the larger countersink of carriage guide shaft B upward (See Figure 4-55).
Insert the blade of a screw driver (a diameter is approx. 3 mm) into the countersink of carriage
guide shaft B (See Figure 4-55).
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Epson LQ 1050 - B/W Dot-matrix Printer Specifications

General

Brand	Epson
Model	LQ 1050 - B/W Dot-matrix Printer
Category	Printer
Language	English