Chapter 4 Disassembly/Assembly; Overview; Precautions - Epson Artisan 700 Service Manual

Epson Artisan 700/Epson Stylus Photo PX700W/TX700W

4.1 Overview

This section describes procedures for disassembling the main components of Epson
Artisan 700/Epson Stylus Photo PX700W/TX700W. Unless otherwise specified, disas-
sembled units or components can be reassembled by reversing the disassembly procedure.
Procedures which, if not strictly observed, could result in personal injury are described under
the heading "WARNING". "CAUTION" signals a precaution which, if ignored, could
result in damage to equipment. Important tips for procedures are described under the
heading "CHECK POINT". If the assembly procedure is different from the reversed
disassembly procedure, the correct procedure is described under the heading
"REASSEMBLY". Any adjustments required after reassembly of components or parts
are described under the heading "ADJUSTMENT REQUIRED". When you have to
remove any components or parts that are not described in this chapter, refer to the
exploded diagrams in the appendix.
Read the following precautions before disassembling and assembling.

4.1.1 Precautions

See the precautions given under the heading "WARNING" and "CAUTION" in the
following columns when disassembling or assembling Epson Artisan 700/Epson Stylus
Photo PX700W/ TX700W.
Disconnect the power cable before disassembling or
W A R N I N G
assembling the printer.
If you need to work on the printer with power applied, strictly
follow the instructions in this manual.
Always wear gloves for disassembly and reassembly to protect
your eyes from ink. If any ink gets in your eyes, wash your
eyes with clean water and consult 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 you have a skin irritation, consult a
doctor immediately.
DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
When powering this product, high-voltage current may be
W A R N I N G
applied on some parts. To prevent ELECTRIC SHOCK, do
not touch the following parts when the power is ON. If the
shock should happen, the flowing current is very tiny, about a
few hundreds μA, therefore it will not do any harm on the
human body.
SUB Board
•
• Cap section of the Ink System
• The cables and terminals that connect above mentioned parts
When transporting the printer after installing the ink cartridge,
C A U T I O N
pack the printer for transportation without removing the ink
cartridge and be sure to secure the Ink Cartridge to the printer
cover with tape tightly to keep it from moving.
Use only recommended tools for disassembling, assembling or
adjusting the printer.
Observe the specified torque when tightening screws.
Apply lubricants as specified. (See Chapter 6
"MAINTENANCE"
Make the specified adjustments when you disassemble the
printer. (See Chapter 5 "ADJUSTMENT"
When reassembling the Waste Ink Tube, make sure that the
tip of waste ink tube is placed in the correct position, otherwise
ink may leak.
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.
Improper usage of the tool may adversely affect the quality
seriously. Make sure to strictly observe the procedures in this
manual to disassemble and assemble this product using proper
tools.
After disassembling/assembling, set the Transmission Arm to
the Ink System position to avoid a fatal error caused by the
locked Carriage. (See
Overview
Revision C
(p247) for details.)
(p209) for details.)
" 4.2.4.6 Ink System (p135) ".)
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