4  Checking and Performing Printer Adjustments
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4.6
Checking the Head Open Error
1 Set the power switch of the printer to the 
“I” position.
2 Open the top cover.
CAUTION
Open the top cover fully to prevent accidental drop of 
the cover.
3 When the printer is in online mode, turn 
the head lock lever  clockwise to 
unlock the print head.
Make sure that the printer shows the HEAD 
OPEN error messages, and along with the 
buzzer sounds.
4 If no error occurs, check the connection of 
the head open sensor connector.
If there is no problem, replace the sensor. Refer to 
Section 5.12 Replacing the Head Open Sensor 
for details.