SATO M10e Service Manual PN: 9001113A Page 7-1
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REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
The SATO M10e Printer contains replaceable components and sub-assemblies. This section
contains step-by-step instructions for the removal and replacement of those primary components
and sub-assemblies that are subject to wear or damage.
PRINT HEAD REPLACEMENT
If the print head becomes damaged, it can be easily removed and replaced without having to
make critical adjustments. Before replacing the print head, clear the head counter values. Refer
to its relative instructions located in this manual.
1 Switch off the printer and disconnect the power supply cord.
2 Open the top housing cover and remove ribbon stock as applicable.
3 Remove center post screw (1, Figure 7-1) securing print head (2) to print assembly (3).
4 Disconnect wiring harnesses (A) and (B) from print head (2). Lift away print head (2).
5 Orient replacement print head (2) with its printing surface downward and toward the printer
front.
6 Connect power harness (A) and thermal head harness (B) to replacement print head (2)
connectors (A) and (B) respectively.
Figure 7-1, Print Head Replacement
NOTE: The connector for each wiring harness is color coded. Match white
with white and black with black.
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2
A
B
A
B
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