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6.1.3  Lubrication 
The characteristics of the grease have great affects on the mechanical function and 
durability, especially does the characteristics about temperature environment. The type 
and amount of the grease used to lubricate the printer parts are determined based on the 
results of the internal evaluations. Therefore, be sure to apply the specified type and 
amount of the grease to the specified part of the printer mechanism during servicing.
 Refer to the following figures for the lubrication points.
Figure 6-4.  Lubrication on LD Roller (1)
Figure 6-5.  Lubrication on LD Roller (2)
 Never use oil or grease other than those specified in this 
manual. Use of different types of oil or grease may damage the 
component or give bad influence on the printer function.
 Never apply larger amount of grease than specified in this 
manual.
Type Name EPSON code Supplier
Grease G-71 1304682 EPSON
Grease G-58 1432035 EPSON
Grease G-74 1409257 EPSON
<Lubrication Point>
Blade A, Blade B of LD Roller
<Lubrication Type>
G-71 
<Lubrication Amount>
φ1mm x along edges (L)
<Remarks>
Use an injector to apply G-71.
• G-71 must not be adhered to 
other parts.
• Rub off excess G-71 with a 
cotton bud if necessary.
<Lubrication Point>
Blade A, Blade B of LD Roller
<Lubrication Type>
G-71
<Lubrication Amount>
φ1mm  x along edges (L)
<Remarks>
Use an injector to apply G-71.
• G-71 must not be adhered to 
other parts.
• Rub off excess G-71 with a 
cotton bud if necessary.
Blade A (Flat side UP)
LD Roller (Round side UP)
Blade B (Round side UP)
Blade A
Blade B
Lubrication Points (Side view)
Blade B (V-shape side UP)
Blade A (Round side UP)
LD Roller (Flat side UP)
Blade B
Blade A
Lubrication Points (Side view)