Specifications

Rockhopper II series printers – Maintenance Manual
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AP-74065, Rev. 1.2, 27/09/04
7.6. PF DECELERATION BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT
The procedure for adjusting the tension of the PF deceleration belt is explained below.
When removing the PF motor or removing/installing the PF deceleration belt, adjust the tension of the PF
deceleration belt.
7.6.1. Tools required for work
The following tools are required to adjust the tension of the PF deceleration belt.
Tension gauge: max. 50 N (5 kgf)
Notes :
¾ Refer to “Jig and tool list”
7.6.2. Adjustment Procedure
Use the following procedure to adjust the tension of the PF deceleration belt.
Step 1 : Loosen the 2 screws fixing the PF motor installation board.
Step 2 : Install the tension gauge on the PF motor installation board and pull it in the direction shown on
the figure below.
1 = PF deceleration belt 2 = Screws (M3x6) fixing the PF motor installation
board
3 = PF motor installation board 4 = Tension gauge
Notes :
¾ The regulated value of the tension for the PF deceleration belt is 34.32 N ±10 % (3,5
kgf ±10 %).
Step 3 : Tighten the 2 screws fixing the PF motor installation board.