I-Class Printhead Replacement
Before attempting printhead replacement, power off and unplug the printer from the wall outlet. Wait at least 15 minutes after unplugging to begin procedure. Do not plug printer back in until the new printhead is installed.
STEP 1: Place a soft cloth underneath the printhead to prevent damage.
STEP 2: Locate the silver printhead retaining screw on top of the printhead assembly between the two green printhead pressure screws.
Loosen this screw with a flathead screwdriver (screw will not come out). When replacing the printhead, do not overtighten this screw.
Loosen this screw with a flathead screwdriver (screw will not come out). When replacing the printhead, do not overtighten this screw.
STEP 3: Care should be taken when removing the printhead connectors.
The connector with the blue arrow pulls straight out.
The connector with the red arrow has a white clip on top holding it in place. After removing white connector, remove old printhead.
When replacing the printhead, simply reverse the procedure.
The connector with the blue arrow pulls straight out.
The connector with the red arrow has a white clip on top holding it in place. After removing white connector, remove old printhead.
When replacing the printhead, simply reverse the procedure.
STEP 4: Attach cable connectors to the new printhead.
Be sure to align the holes in the printhead with the pins on the printhead assembly. These pins are noted by the red arrows.
Be sure to align the holes in the printhead with the pins on the printhead assembly. These pins are noted by the red arrows.
FINAL STEP: Holding the printhead in place from underneath, simply tighten the retention screw on top of the assembly.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN the printhead retaining screw when replacing the printhead. Just "snug" it up.
After installing the new printhead, be sure to clean it with a clean isopropyl alcohol cloth/wipe before use.
If print quality is poor after installing the new printhead, please give us a call. Occasionally the printhead will need minor adjustment after replacement.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN the printhead retaining screw when replacing the printhead. Just "snug" it up.
After installing the new printhead, be sure to clean it with a clean isopropyl alcohol cloth/wipe before use.
If print quality is poor after installing the new printhead, please give us a call. Occasionally the printhead will need minor adjustment after replacement.
