Replacing the printhead, Replacing the printhead -4 – Avery Dennison Monarch 9906 Operator Handbook User Manual
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You may have to replace the printhead if it is damaged or worn-out. For example, you
may see error code 616 (bad dot or dots) or 768 (printhead failure). See Appendix B,
"
" for the printhead part number.
CAUTION:
The printhead is sensitive to static electricity, which can damage it or reduce
its life. Ground yourself by touching metal, such as the printer's metal base,
before touching the printhead. Clean the printhead prior to operation to
remove any salt or oil left from handling.
To replace the printhead:
1. Turn off the printer.
2.
Open the printer’s cover.
3.
Unlock the printhead by turning the retaining latch.
4.
Lift the printhead assembly using the printhead tab until the assembly locks into place.
5.
Remove the ribbon and supply.
6.
Press forward and down on the two latches on top of the printhead assembly as
shown. The printhead drops down.
7.
Carefully unplug the cable from the printhead as shown. Remember to ground
yourself when touching the printhead.
8.
Carefully plug the cable into the new printhead.
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