Product Information Guide
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... of paper jams. This setup is especially useful with continuous multi-part forms. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Paper guide Paper guide cover Printer cover Edge guides Front cover Paper release lever Control panel Power switch Ribbon cartridge Paper thickness lever Paper tension unit User Replaceable Parts The table below lists the...
... of paper jams. This setup is especially useful with continuous multi-part forms. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Paper guide Paper guide cover Printer cover Edge guides Front cover Paper release lever Control panel Power switch Ribbon cartridge Paper thickness lever Paper tension unit User Replaceable Parts The table below lists the...
Product Information Guide
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..., 20 cpi EPSON Roman 10, 12, 15 , 17, 20 cpi, proportional EPSON Sans Serif 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi, proportional Bar code fonts: EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 128, POSTNET, Coda bar (NW-7), Industrial 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of Windows... inches (350 mm) Weight FX-890: 16.8 lb (7.6 kg) FX-2190: 21.7 lb (9.6 kg) Black ribbon cartridge FX-890: S015329 FX-2190: S015327 Ribbon life * FX-890: approx. 7.5 million characters FX-2190: approx. 12 million characters * (Draft, 10 cpi, 14 dots/character) System Compatibility The printer supports the following versions of Microsoft...
..., 20 cpi EPSON Roman 10, 12, 15 , 17, 20 cpi, proportional EPSON Sans Serif 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi, proportional Bar code fonts: EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 128, POSTNET, Coda bar (NW-7), Industrial 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of Windows... inches (350 mm) Weight FX-890: 16.8 lb (7.6 kg) FX-2190: 21.7 lb (9.6 kg) Black ribbon cartridge FX-890: S015329 FX-2190: S015327 Ribbon life * FX-890: approx. 7.5 million characters FX-2190: approx. 12 million characters * (Draft, 10 cpi, 14 dots/character) System Compatibility The printer supports the following versions of Microsoft...
Product Information Guide
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...can press the Tear Off/Bin button to the top-of paper. When held down the Pause button for ribbon change timing Program reload mode 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Control Panel Buttons and Lights Button/Light Function 1 Font button Selects one of the pitch settings. See... bin 1 of the optional cut -sheet feeder is pressed. In this mode, you press both the Font and Pitch buttons simultaneously, the printer clears the buffer and restores its default settings. 3 Pitch button Selects one of the fonts. See "Using the Micro Adjust Function" on ...
...can press the Tear Off/Bin button to the top-of paper. When held down the Pause button for ribbon change timing Program reload mode 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Control Panel Buttons and Lights Button/Light Function 1 Font button Selects one of the pitch settings. See... bin 1 of the optional cut -sheet feeder is pressed. In this mode, you press both the Font and Pitch buttons simultaneously, the printer clears the buffer and restores its default settings. 3 Pitch button Selects one of the fonts. See "Using the Micro Adjust Function" on ...
Product Information Guide
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.... 18 - then disconnect the interface cable from the electrical outlet; Then remove the ribbon cartridge. 6. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Cleaning the Printer 1. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. Remove the paper guide. Use a soft brush to transport your printer some distance, carefully repack it off . 2. If the outer case or paper guide...
.... 18 - then disconnect the interface cable from the electrical outlet; Then remove the ribbon cartridge. 6. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Cleaning the Printer 1. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. Remove the paper guide. Use a soft brush to transport your printer some distance, carefully repack it off . 2. If the outer case or paper guide...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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...-part forms and multiple paper paths that the printer are renowned for their reliability with LQ FX-980-Nine-pin narrow carriage Wide carriage printers have 4 number in their names EPSON Sales Training EPSON is a 9- EPSON impact printers are capable of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are either 9-...printing and the number of an EPSON's impact printer tells you if it has a narrow or wide carriage: LLL L Nine-pin printers all begin with FX, LX, or DFX Twenty-four pin printers all begin with tireless printheads and superior quality ribbons. or 24-pin, which ...
...-part forms and multiple paper paths that the printer are renowned for their reliability with LQ FX-980-Nine-pin narrow carriage Wide carriage printers have 4 number in their names EPSON Sales Training EPSON is a 9- EPSON impact printers are capable of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are either 9-...printing and the number of an EPSON's impact printer tells you if it has a narrow or wide carriage: LLL L Nine-pin printers all begin with FX, LX, or DFX Twenty-four pin printers all begin with tireless printheads and superior quality ribbons. or 24-pin, which ...
User Manual
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... purchase ribbon cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or visit the EPSON Store at http://support.epson.com. Toll or long distance charges may apply. Before you call, please have a touch tone telephone and call (800) 463-7766 for the FX-2190)....telephone services listed below . sales only). Use one of the following information ready: ❏ Product name (EPSON FX-890 or FX-2190) ❏ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) ❏ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ❏ Computer ...
... purchase ribbon cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or visit the EPSON Store at http://support.epson.com. Toll or long distance charges may apply. Before you call, please have a touch tone telephone and call (800) 463-7766 for the FX-2190)....telephone services listed below . sales only). Use one of the following information ready: ❏ Product name (EPSON FX-890 or FX-2190) ❏ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) ❏ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ❏ Computer ...
Product Brochure
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... reduces the need for the Epson FX-880/880+/980 or Okidata® Microline® 320/320 Turbo. Its easy-toinstall 7.5 million character ribbon cartridge boosts productivity and ensures a low cost per page, while its Windows-based Epson Remote Configuration Manager Easy system integration s Provides resident Epson, IBM® and Microline printer languages for increased compatibility...
... reduces the need for the Epson FX-880/880+/980 or Okidata® Microline® 320/320 Turbo. Its easy-toinstall 7.5 million character ribbon cartridge boosts productivity and ensures a low cost per page, while its Windows-based Epson Remote Configuration Manager Easy system integration s Provides resident Epson, IBM® and Microline printer languages for increased compatibility...
Product Brochure
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...Epson FX-890 to maximize performance by Seiko Epson Corporation. ** Additional tractor unit required Product Code Description Epson FX-890 and Accessories C11C524001 S015329 C800201 C806371 C806381 8310 C823051 C823071 C823121 C823141 C823151 C823452 C12C823912 Epson FX-890 Impact Printer Ribbon...achieved when printer safety cover is a trademark of Epson America, Inc. Printer Specifications Printer Method 9-pin, serial impact dot matrix Print Direction Bidirectional logic seeking for optional interface cards Printer Language Epson ESC/P,® IBM PPDS, Okidata Microlines (FX-890, ...
...Epson FX-890 to maximize performance by Seiko Epson Corporation. ** Additional tractor unit required Product Code Description Epson FX-890 and Accessories C11C524001 S015329 C800201 C806371 C806381 8310 C823051 C823071 C823121 C823141 C823151 C823452 C12C823912 Epson FX-890 Impact Printer Ribbon...achieved when printer safety cover is a trademark of Epson America, Inc. Printer Specifications Printer Method 9-pin, serial impact dot matrix Print Direction Bidirectional logic seeking for optional interface cards Printer Language Epson ESC/P,® IBM PPDS, Okidata Microlines (FX-890, ...
Service Manual
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EPSON FX-890/2190 Table of Contents Revision B Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS 1.1 Features ...9 1.2 Interface ...23 1.2.1 Parallel interface (Forward channel 23 1.2.2 Parallel ... FX-880T+ mode 41 1.4.1.2 Supported commands 41 1.4.1.3 Default setting items 42 1.4.1.4 Printer defaults 42 1.4.1.5 Action of the printer 42 Chapter 2 Operating Principles 2.1 Overview ...44 2.1.1 Printer Mechanism 45 2.1.1.1 Printhead 45 2.1.1.2 Paper Feed Mechanism 45 2.1.1.3 Carriage Movement Mechanism 45 2.1.1.4 Tractor Feed Mechanism 45 2.1.1.5 Platen Gap Adjustment Mechanism 45 2.1.1.6 Ribbon Feed...
EPSON FX-890/2190 Table of Contents Revision B Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS 1.1 Features ...9 1.2 Interface ...23 1.2.1 Parallel interface (Forward channel 23 1.2.2 Parallel ... FX-880T+ mode 41 1.4.1.2 Supported commands 41 1.4.1.3 Default setting items 42 1.4.1.4 Printer defaults 42 1.4.1.5 Action of the printer 42 Chapter 2 Operating Principles 2.1 Overview ...44 2.1.1 Printer Mechanism 45 2.1.1.1 Printhead 45 2.1.1.2 Paper Feed Mechanism 45 2.1.1.3 Carriage Movement Mechanism 45 2.1.1.4 Tractor Feed Mechanism 45 2.1.1.5 Platen Gap Adjustment Mechanism 45 2.1.1.6 Ribbon Feed...
Service Manual
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EPSON FX-890/2190 3.2.11 Electrical Noise 62 3.2.12 Fatal Error 63 3.3 Troubleshooting for Individual Units 64 3.3.1 Main Component Checking Point 64 Chapter 4 Disassembly and Assembly 4.1 ... 4.3.11 Rear PE Detector 87 4.3.12 Carriage Assembly 88 4.3.13 Rear Paper Guide Assembly 90 4.3.14 Ribbon Drive (RD) Assembly 92 Chapter 5 Adjustment 5.1 Adjustment Overview 94 5.1.1 Required Adjustment 94 5.1.2 Adjustment Tools 94 5.2 Adjusting and Resetting the Printer 95 Revision B 5.2.1 Platen Gap Adjustment 95 5.3 Adjustment Program 97 5.3.1 Preparation 97 5.3.1.1 System Requirement 97 ...
EPSON FX-890/2190 3.2.11 Electrical Noise 62 3.2.12 Fatal Error 63 3.3 Troubleshooting for Individual Units 64 3.3.1 Main Component Checking Point 64 Chapter 4 Disassembly and Assembly 4.1 ... 4.3.11 Rear PE Detector 87 4.3.12 Carriage Assembly 88 4.3.13 Rear Paper Guide Assembly 90 4.3.14 Ribbon Drive (RD) Assembly 92 Chapter 5 Adjustment 5.1 Adjustment Overview 94 5.1.1 Required Adjustment 94 5.1.2 Adjustment Tools 94 5.2 Adjusting and Resetting the Printer 95 Revision B 5.2.1 Platen Gap Adjustment 95 5.3 Adjustment Program 97 5.3.1 Preparation 97 5.3.1.1 System Requirement 97 ...
Service Manual
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...pins Print pin arrangement Print pin diameter Color Print Direction : Impact Dot Matrix : 18 pins : 9 pins x 2 files : 0.29 mm (0.0114 inch) : Black ink ribbon : Bi-direction with logic seeking RESOLUTION Printing Mode Ultra Speed Draft 10 cpi Ultra Speed Draft 12 cpi High ... printing and then starts printing remains on that line again more slowly than before . EPSON FX-890/2190 1.1 Features EPSON FX-890/2190 is a small-foot 18-pin serial impact dot matrix printer. Resolution ( dpi ) Horizontal Density Vertical Density 80 dpi 72 dpi 84 dpi 72 dpi 90 dpi ...
...pins Print pin arrangement Print pin diameter Color Print Direction : Impact Dot Matrix : 18 pins : 9 pins x 2 files : 0.29 mm (0.0114 inch) : Black ink ribbon : Bi-direction with logic seeking RESOLUTION Printing Mode Ultra Speed Draft 10 cpi Ultra Speed Draft 12 cpi High ... printing and then starts printing remains on that line again more slowly than before . EPSON FX-890/2190 1.1 Features EPSON FX-890/2190 is a small-foot 18-pin serial impact dot matrix printer. Resolution ( dpi ) Horizontal Density Vertical Density 80 dpi 72 dpi 84 dpi 72 dpi 90 dpi ...
Service Manual
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EPSON FX-890/2190 Revision B ACOUSTIC NOISE Level: 55 dB(A) (ISO 7779 pattern) ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Temperature : 5 to 35°C (operating, *1) 15 to 25°C (operating, *1,*2) -30 to... life 52 million lines (except print head) 20000 POH (25% Duty) 400 million strokes/wire (Approx. 400 million characters (Draft 10 cpi, 14 dots/ character)) RIBBON CARTRIDGE Type Fabric Color Ribbon dimensions Ribbon life Cartridge dimensions Type Color Ribbon dimensions Ribbon life Cartridge dimensions Black 13 mm (W) x 17 M (L) Endless Approximately 7.5 million characters (Draft 10 cpi, 14...
EPSON FX-890/2190 Revision B ACOUSTIC NOISE Level: 55 dB(A) (ISO 7779 pattern) ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Temperature : 5 to 35°C (operating, *1) 15 to 25°C (operating, *1,*2) -30 to... life 52 million lines (except print head) 20000 POH (25% Duty) 400 million strokes/wire (Approx. 400 million characters (Draft 10 cpi, 14 dots/ character)) RIBBON CARTRIDGE Type Fabric Color Ribbon dimensions Ribbon life Cartridge dimensions Type Color Ribbon dimensions Ribbon life Cartridge dimensions Black 13 mm (W) x 17 M (L) Endless Approximately 7.5 million characters (Draft 10 cpi, 14...
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... DESCRIPTIONS Features 19 Print Server C82363* *1/C82364* C82363* *1/C82364* EpsonNet 10/100 Base Tx Int. FX-890 FX-2190 S015329 S015327 Options High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin 1) C80638* C80640* Single bin cut sheet feeder ...interface adapter (C82525*) to the interface card. Print Server C82384* C82384* EpsonNet 10/100 Base Tx Int. EPSON FX-890/2190 CE MARKING 230 V version & UPS version Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC... Type-B I /F card C82345* C82345* EpsonNet 10 Base 2/T Int. Expendables & Option Expendables Ribbon cartridge (Black) Code No.
... DESCRIPTIONS Features 19 Print Server C82363* *1/C82364* C82363* *1/C82364* EpsonNet 10/100 Base Tx Int. FX-890 FX-2190 S015329 S015327 Options High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin 1) C80638* C80640* Single bin cut sheet feeder ...interface adapter (C82525*) to the interface card. Print Server C82384* C82384* EpsonNet 10/100 Base Tx Int. EPSON FX-890/2190 CE MARKING 230 V version & UPS version Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC... Type-B I /F card C82345* C82345* EpsonNet 10 Base 2/T Int. Expendables & Option Expendables Ribbon cartridge (Black) Code No.
Service Manual
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Table 1-34. Item ↑ (Font), Item ↓ (Pitch) Select the menu. EPSON FX-890/2190 Revision B 1.3.2.2 Operations at Power-on Holding down the specified switch (switches) while turning on when the printer is in the pause status, and off when it is not in the pause status. The "Pause" LED...& LF/FF Data dump Load/Eject & LF/FF & Pause Clear EEPROM Tear Off/Bin & Load/Eject Clear EEPROM for Driving Line count for ribbon change timing Pause Bi-D adjustment Load/Eject & Pause Panel lock out mode LF/FF & Pause Default setting for LED indication when a locked switch is...
Table 1-34. Item ↑ (Font), Item ↓ (Pitch) Select the menu. EPSON FX-890/2190 Revision B 1.3.2.2 Operations at Power-on Holding down the specified switch (switches) while turning on when the printer is in the pause status, and off when it is not in the pause status. The "Pause" LED...& LF/FF Data dump Load/Eject & LF/FF & Pause Clear EEPROM Tear Off/Bin & Load/Eject Clear EEPROM for Driving Line count for ribbon change timing Pause Bi-D adjustment Load/Eject & Pause Panel lock out mode LF/FF & Pause Default setting for LED indication when a locked switch is...
Service Manual
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EPSON FX-890/2190 2.1 Overview This printer is divided into several main components for easy removal and repair. C524 PSB/PSE/PSH Component PROM EEPROM DRAM Figure 2-1. CR Motor Driver IC PF ... elements, and so on . The main components are: C524MAIN: Control board C524PSB/PSE/PSH: Power supply board C524PNL: Operation panel board Printer mechanism: Printhead, Carriage, Ribbon mechanism, Platen gap adjustment mechanism, Paper feed mechanism, Release mechanism Housing: Upper case, Lower case, Rear sheet guide, Knob...
EPSON FX-890/2190 2.1 Overview This printer is divided into several main components for easy removal and repair. C524 PSB/PSE/PSH Component PROM EEPROM DRAM Figure 2-1. CR Motor Driver IC PF ... elements, and so on . The main components are: C524MAIN: Control board C524PSB/PSE/PSH: Power supply board C524PNL: Operation panel board Printer mechanism: Printhead, Carriage, Ribbon mechanism, Platen gap adjustment mechanism, Paper feed mechanism, Release mechanism Housing: Upper case, Lower case, Rear sheet guide, Knob...
Service Manual
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... copy mode. The PG detector detects the PG lever position. EPSON FX-890/2190 2.1.1 Printer Mechanism This printer mechanism consists of Printhead, Paper feed mechanism, Carriage movement mechanism, Tractor feed mechanism, Platen gap adjustment mechanism, Ribbon feed mechanism, PF motor, CR motor, detectors, and so on...home position) detector at power on the carriage unit. Printing method: Impact dot matrix printing Number of dot wires: 18 Diameter of dot wire: φ0.29 mm Dot wire arrangement: Figure 2-3. Torque from the PF motor is driven by the front and...
... copy mode. The PG detector detects the PG lever position. EPSON FX-890/2190 2.1.1 Printer Mechanism This printer mechanism consists of Printhead, Paper feed mechanism, Carriage movement mechanism, Tractor feed mechanism, Platen gap adjustment mechanism, Ribbon feed mechanism, PF motor, CR motor, detectors, and so on...home position) detector at power on the carriage unit. Printing method: Impact dot matrix printing Number of dot wires: 18 Diameter of dot wire: φ0.29 mm Dot wire arrangement: Figure 2-3. Torque from the PF motor is driven by the front and...
Service Manual
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... rating Switch mode Outline Mechanical contact 06~1.0 mA 5 VDC ± 5% (Resistance load) Within home (IN): CLOSE Out of this printer. Printer Mechanism Outline 2.1.1.7 Sensors Table below lists the sensors of home (OUT): OPEN Mechanical contact 06~1.0 mA 5 VDC ± 5% (Resistance load) ...Shaft PG Adjust Lever HP Detector Ribbon Unit Printhead Carriage Unit Timing Belt CR Motor Release Detector Figure 2-4. EPSON FX-890/2190 Revision B 2.1.1.6 Ribbon Feed Mechanism The CR motor drives the ribbon feed mechanism via the timing belt. The ribbon feed mechanism has the sun ...
... rating Switch mode Outline Mechanical contact 06~1.0 mA 5 VDC ± 5% (Resistance load) Within home (IN): CLOSE Out of this printer. Printer Mechanism Outline 2.1.1.7 Sensors Table below lists the sensors of home (OUT): OPEN Mechanical contact 06~1.0 mA 5 VDC ± 5% (Resistance load) ...Shaft PG Adjust Lever HP Detector Ribbon Unit Printhead Carriage Unit Timing Belt CR Motor Release Detector Figure 2-4. EPSON FX-890/2190 Revision B 2.1.1.6 Ribbon Feed Mechanism The CR motor drives the ribbon feed mechanism via the timing belt. The ribbon feed mechanism has the sun ...
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...with a new one . ♦Is the problem solved? Some dots are missing from the symptom displayed. error status. Printer fails to Step 3 Defective CR HP Detector 3 Replace the CR...the control panel. Abnormal operation of ribbon • Defective ribbon cartridge • Defective ribbon feed mechanism Abnormal operation of Carriage Unit Printer mechanism does not operate. Problem ...Motor 4 Replace the CR Motor with a new one . ♦Is the problem solved? EPSON FX-890/2190 3.2 Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms You can be the source of this error (Chapter...
...with a new one . ♦Is the problem solved? Some dots are missing from the symptom displayed. error status. Printer fails to Step 3 Defective CR HP Detector 3 Replace the CR...the control panel. Abnormal operation of ribbon • Defective ribbon cartridge • Defective ribbon feed mechanism Abnormal operation of Carriage Unit Printer mechanism does not operate. Problem ...Motor 4 Replace the CR Motor with a new one . ♦Is the problem solved? EPSON FX-890/2190 3.2 Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms You can be the source of this error (Chapter...
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... Go to 3.2.9 Abnormal operation of Carriage Unit (p.61) Defective Ribbon Drive Assembly Replace or 3 Check the operation of ribbon Table 3-10. Go to Step 3 Go to 3.2.11 Electrical Noise (p.62) Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms Revision B 60 EPSON FX-890/2190 3.2.8 Abnormal operation of the Ribbon Drive Assembly. ♦Does the Ribbon Drive Assembly turn smoothly?
... Go to 3.2.9 Abnormal operation of Carriage Unit (p.61) Defective Ribbon Drive Assembly Replace or 3 Check the operation of ribbon Table 3-10. Go to Step 3 Go to 3.2.11 Electrical Noise (p.62) Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms Revision B 60 EPSON FX-890/2190 3.2.8 Abnormal operation of the Ribbon Drive Assembly. ♦Does the Ribbon Drive Assembly turn smoothly?
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... on Refer to the SHAFT,CR,GUIDE from obstruction or damage? Go to Step 6 Revision B Table 3-11. Replace the Main Board. EPSON FX-890/2190 3.2.9 Abnormal operation of the Carriage Unit 4 Check to side by hand and check the movement. ♦Does the Timing Belt ...and Assembly) • Timing Belt • CR Motor (p.81) • HP (Home Position) Detector (p.78) • Harness of HP Detector • Ribbon Drive (RD) Assembly (p.92) • C524MAIN Board (p.74) Checking the connection of one . ♦Is the problem solved? Checking the operation of Carriage...
... on Refer to the SHAFT,CR,GUIDE from obstruction or damage? Go to Step 6 Revision B Table 3-11. Replace the Main Board. EPSON FX-890/2190 3.2.9 Abnormal operation of the Carriage Unit 4 Check to side by hand and check the movement. ♦Does the Timing Belt ...and Assembly) • Timing Belt • CR Motor (p.81) • HP (Home Position) Detector (p.78) • Harness of HP Detector • Ribbon Drive (RD) Assembly (p.92) • C524MAIN Board (p.74) Checking the connection of one . ♦Is the problem solved? Checking the operation of Carriage...