Service manual

Page 5-11

Section 5. Mechanical Adjustments

PN 9001080

Rev. A

SATO M-8485Se Standard Print Engine

Service Manual

5.6 Timing Belt Tension Adjustment

STEP PROCEDURE

1. Push the center of each timing belt with the tension gauge and note the

tension reading when each belt is moved 1 to 2mm. Refer to Fig. 5-12 to

identify Belts A, B and C and Brackets #1, #2 and #3.

2. If the tension reading from Belt B is not within range of 500g, reposition

bracket #2. Tighten screws when belt tension is correct. Fig. 5-13

3. If the tension reading from Belt C is not within range of 500g, reposition

bracket #3. Tighten screws when belt tension is correct. Fig. 5-14

4. If the tension reading from Belt A is not within range of 500g, reposition

bracket #1. The screws are accessible from the media side of the printer.

Tighten screws when belt tension is correct. Fig. 5-15 & 5-16

Required Equipment:  500g Tension Gauge

 #2 Phillips Screwdriver

ig. 5-14

BELT “B”

BRACKET #2

WITH

ADJUSTMENT

SCREWS

ig. 5-13

BELT “C”

BELT “B”

BRACKET #3 WITH

ADJUSTMENT SCREWS