EPSON Stylus Photo R1900/R2880/R2000/R2000s/SC-P400 Series  Revision I
Maintenance  Overview  166
6.1.3  Lubrication
The lubrication used for the components of the printer has been decided on based on 
evaluation carried out by Epson. Therefore, the specified amount and places of 
lubrication given in this section should be strictly observed.
Figure 6-1. Lubrication (1)
Figure 6-2. Lubrication (2)
 Never use oil or grease other than those specified in this 
manual. Use of different types of oil or grease may damage the 
components or affect the printer functions.
 Never apply a larger amount of oil or grease than specified in 
this manual.
Table 6-2. Grease Applied to the EPSON Stylus Photo R1900/R2880/R2000/ 
R2000s
Type Name EPSON CODE Supplier
Grease G-26 1080614 EPSON
Grease G-45 1033657 EPSON
Grease G-71 1304682 EPSON
<Lubrication Point>
Shaft of Printer Cover Holder Left/
Right (two points each)
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
φ
1mm x 20mm x 2 ponits 
<Remarks>
• Apply with a syringe. 
(Pin Head: 
φ
1mm)
• Clean them with alcohol before 
lubrication.
<Lubrication Point>
Left and Right Adjust Parallel 
Bushings (outer circumference)
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
φ
1mm x 2mm 
<Remarks>
• Apply with a syringe. 
(Pin Head: 
φ
1mm)
• After lubrication, install and turn 
the PG Cam Bush to spread the 
grease evenly.
Printer Cover 
Holder Right
Apply it on two points 
each (top/bottom)
Printer Cover 
Holder Left
Right Side Face
Adjust Parallel Bushing (Right)
Adjust Parallel Bushing (Left)
Left Side Face