EPSON Stylus CX4100/CX4200/CX4700/CX4800/DX4200/DX4800/DX4850 Revision A
DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY Overview 122
4.1 Overview
This section describes procedures for disassembling the main components of the Stylus
CX4100/CX4200/CX4700/CX4800/DX4200/DX4800/DX4850. Unless otherwise
specified, disassembly units or components can be reassembled by reversing the
disassembly procedure. Things, if not strictly observed, that could result in injury or
loss of life are described under the heading “Warning”. Precautions for any
disassembly or assembly procedures are described under the heading “CAUTION”.
Tips for disassembling procedures are described under the heading “CHECK POINT”.
If the assembling procedure is different from the reversed procedure of the
disassembling, the procedure is described under the heading “REASSEMBLY”.
Any adjustments required after reassembling the units are described under the heading
“ADJUSTMENT REQUIRED”. When you have to remove any units or parts that are
not described in this chapter, refer to the exploded diagrams in the appendix.
Read precautions described in the next section before starting work.
4.1.1 Precautions
See the precautions given under the heading “WARNING” and “CAUTION” in the
following column when disassembling or assembling Stylus CX4100/CX4200/
CX4700/CX4800/DX4200/DX4800/DX4850.
4.1.2 Tools
Use only specified tools to avoid damaging of the printer.
Note *: Available in the market
W A R N I N G
Disconnect the power cable before disassembling or assembling
the printer.
If you need to work on the printer with power applied, strictly
follow the instructions in this manual.
Wear protective goggles to protect your eyes from ink. If ink gets
in your eye, flush the eye with fresh water and see a doctor
immediately.
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 irritation occurs, contact a physician.
C A U T I O N
When transporting the printer after installing the ink cartridge,
be sure to pack the printer for transportation without removing
the ink cartridge.
Use only recommended tools for disassembling, assembling or
adjusting the printer.
Observe the specified torque when tightening screws.
Apply lubricants as specified. (Refer to “6.1.3 Lubrication
(p190)” for details.)
Make the specified adjustments when you disassemble the
printer. (Refer to Chapter5 ADJUSTMENT for details.)
Make sure the tip of the waste ink tube is located at correct
position when reassembling the waste ink tube. Otherwise it will
cause ink leakage.
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.
Table 4-1. Tools
Name Supplier
*
Part No.
Phillips Screwdriver (No.1)
EPSON 1080530
Phillips Screwdriver (No.2)
EPSON 1080532
Flathead Screwdriver
EPSON 1080527
Precision Screwdriver #1 (-)
EPSON 1080525
Tweezer
EPSON 1080561
Longnose pliers
EPSON 1080564
Acetate Tape
EPSON 1003963