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SATO SERVICE MANUAL
CX Series Printers
3-5 Platen Removal/Replacement
Platen removal:
1. Raise the top case.
2. Press the two print head release latches back to release the print head, then
lift the print head until it is fully raised and latched in the open position.
3. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver into the right slot on the front case. Press
down on the screwdriver to force the platen up on the right side. This will
release the right end of the platen.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 using the slot on the left side of the front case. This will
release the left end of the platen.
5. Lift the platen clear of the chassis.
Platen installation:
Lower the platen into the printer chassis and press down
until it snaps into place.
INSERT FLAT
BLADED SCREWDRIVER
INTO SLOTS
PRESS BACK THE
RELEASES TO UNLOCK
REFER TO THE ACCOMPANYING ILLUSTRATIONS