Epson Stylus CX4300 - Lubrication

EPSON Stylus CX4300/CX4400/CX5500/CX5600/DX4400/DX4450 Revision A
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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 Guide Rail of the Lower Scanner Housing
Figure 6-5. Lubrication on Scanner Motor
C A U T I O N
 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 TC-55E 1400725 EPSON
Grease UD-321 1428216 EPSON
Grease G-58 1432035 EPSON
Grease G-71 1304682 EPSON
Grease G-74 1409257 EPSON
<Lubrication Point>
Guide Rail of the Lower Scanner
Housing
<Lubrication Type>
TC-55E
<Lubrication Amount>
Appropriate amount using a brush
<Remarks>
• Move CIS Assy. to right and lubricate
grease on guide rail from left to right.
• Move CIS Assy. to left then lubricate
grease on guide rail from right to left.
• If there is dust or grease on CIS
Assy., clean it with a wiper.
<Lubrication Point>
Scanner Motor joggle
<Lubrication Type>
TC-55E
<Lubrication Amount>
Each place 0.3-0.5mg, 2--3mm
diameter sphere
<Remarks>
Use an injector to apply TC-55E.
CIS Assy.
Guide Rail of Lower
Scanner Housing
Scanner Motor
Lubrication Points