Specifications

2–6 Scheduled Maintenance
Cleaning the Shuttle Frame Assembly (Figure 2–2)
1. Remove the shuttle cover assembly (page 5–24).
2. Remove the shuttle frame assembly (page 5–66).
3. Remove the paper ironer (page 5–44).
WARNING
Over time, the upper edge of the paper ironer can become sharp. To
avoid cutting yourself, handle the paper ironer on the sides.
4. Moisten a clean, soft cloth with anhydrous alcohol. Wipe the paper
ironer to remove lint, ink, and paper residue.
5. Install the paper ironer (page 5–44).
6. Remove the hammer bank cover assembly (1).
7. Moisten a clean, soft cloth with anhydrous alcohol. Wipe the hammer
bank cover assembly to remove lint, ink, and paper residue. Clean the
holes in the cover strips.
CAUTION
Use of excessive force can chip hammer tips.
8. Using a stiff, non–metallic brush (such as a toothbrush) and anhydrous
alcohol, carefully brush the hammer tips (2) to remove lint and ink
accumulations. Vacuum up any residue.
CAUTION
The hammer bank contains a strong magnet. To prevent damage to the
hammer tips, do not let the hammer bank cover assembly snap into
place as the hammer bank magnet attracts it. Any impact of the cover
against the hammer bank can break hammer tips.
9. With the thick plate facing the hammer bank, engage the hammer bank
cover assembly (1) on the alignment pins (3).
10. Rotate the hammer bank cover assembly (1) until it lies flush on the
hammer bank.
11. Check that the hammer bank cover assembly is properly positioned over
the alignment pins (3) and hammer tips.
12. Install the shuttle frame assembly (page 5–66).
13. Install the shuttle cover assembly (page 5–24).
14. Clean the card cage fan assembly (page 2–8).