4–12 Adjustment Procedures
Platen Angle Adjustment (Figure 4–6 )
1. Prepare the printer for maintenance (page 4–2).
2. Remove the shuttle cover (page 5–24).
3. Close the forms thickness lever (1) all the way.
4. Install the platen angle adjustment tool (P/N 996146–001) (2) and check
the angle of the platen (3).
a. If the angle is correct, no adjustment is necessary. Go to step 8.
b. If the angle is incorrect, loosen the clamp screw (4) and set
screw (5).
5. Apply primer and Loctite to the mating surfaces of the forms thickness
lever (1) and platen shaft.
6. Position the platen (3) at the correct angle.
7. Slide the platen (3) to the right and the forms thickness lever (1) to the
left to remove end play. Ensure that the forms thickness lever is fully
closed. Tighten the clamp screw (4), then tighten the setscrew (5).
8. Remove the platen angle adjustment tool (P/N 996146–001) (2).
9. Install the shuttle cover (page 5–24).
10. Return the printer to normal operation (page 4–22).
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