Section 7: Replacement Procedures
SATO M10e Service Manual PN: 9001113A Page 7-4
9 Adjust belt (3) tension and secure motor (10) to ribbon frame (6).
10 Secure cover (2) to ribbon frame (6) using two screws (1).
Figure 7-3, Ribbon Belt Replacement
PLATEN ROLLER REPLACEMENT
The platen roller is considered to be a high wear component due to its treading against the print
media. This treading will eventually wear grooves into the rubber material and negatively effect
print output.
1 Switch off the printer and disconnect the power supply cord.
2 Remove the top, front, and right housing covers.
3 Remove timing belt (1, Figure 7-4) from the right end of platen roller (2).
4 Loosen/remove screws (3) securing clamps (4) to printer frame (5) on each end of roller (2).
5 Lift away clamps (4).
NOTE: If the bracket doesn’t rest against the ribbon frame, one or more of
the components are not properly nested. Check and adjust accordingly.
NOTE: Figure 10-1 of the Diagrams & Schematics section provides guidance
on housing cover removal.
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