Instruction manual

5–44
Replacement Procedures and
Illustrated Parts List
Spring Assembly, Gas
NOTE: Two persons may be required to perform this procedure. Prop or
hold the printer cover securely while removing or installing the gas
spring assembly.
Removal
1. Prepare the printer for maintenance (page 4–2).
2. Open the printer cover.
3. Open the floor cabinet rear door.
4. Pry back the spring retaining clips (page 5–57, Figure 5–9).
5. Remove the gas spring assembly from the ball studs.
Installation
CAUTION
The gas spring assembly must be installed with the gas cylinder in the up
position.
1. Position the gas spring assembly against the ball studs on the upper and
lower brackets (page 5–57, Figure 5–9). The large cylinder must be
uppermost.
2. Using external grip ring pliers to spread the retaining clips, push the gas
spring assembly onto the ball joints and slide the spring clips over the top
(bottom) of the ball joint into the retaining grooves.
3. Close the printer cover. If necessary, adjust the position of the ball joint
stud in the lower bracket to achieve smooth and complete closure.
4. Return the printer to normal operation (page 4–3).