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EPSON TERMINAL PRINTER
EPL-5500W
SERVICE MANUAL
EPSON
4005668
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NOTICE All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever without SEIKO EPSON’s express written permission is forbidden. The contents of this manual are subjects to change without notice. All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this manual. However, should any errors be detected, SEIKO EPSON would greatly appreciate being informed of them. The above notwithstanding SEIKO EPSON can assume no responsibility for any errors in this manual
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PRECAUTIONS Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1) personal injury and 2) damage to equipment. DANGER Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in performing procedures preceded by DANGER Headings. WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment. The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/ mainte-
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SAFETY INFORMATION This printer is a page printer which operates by means of a laser. There is no possibility of danger from the laser, provided the printer is operated according to the instructions in this manual provided. Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within protective housings, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation. For United States Users; [Laser Safety] This printer is certified as a Class 1 Laser product under the U.S
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VAROITUS Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saattaa altis- taa käyttäjän turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle näkymättömälle lasersäteiylle. VARNING Om apparaten används på annat sätt än i denna bruksanvisning specificerats, kan användaren utsättas för osynlig laserstrålning, som överskrider gränsen för laser klass 1. For Finland, Sweden Service People VAROITUS Avattaessa ja suojalukitus ohitettaessa olet alttiina näkymättömälle laser-säteilylle. Älä katso sätee
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[Label inside printer] The following laser safety label will be attached inside the printer as shown below. For Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Norway - v -
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PREFACE This manual describes functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance, and repair of EPL-5500W. The instructions and procedures included herein are intended for the experience repair technician, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page. The chapters are organized as follows: CHAPTER 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION Provides a general product overview, lists specifications, and illustrates the main components of the printer. CHAPTER 2. OPERATIN
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REVISION SHEET Revision Issue Date Revision Page Rev. A November 24, 1995 1st issue - vii -
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TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION CHAPTER 2. OPERATING PRINCIPLES CHAPTER 3. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 4. ADJUSTMENTS CHAPTER 5. TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER 6. MAINTENANCE APPENDIX - viii -
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Chapter 1 General Description Table of Contents 1.1 FEATURES 1-1 1.2 SPECIFICATIONS 1-3 1.2.1 Basic Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1.2.2 Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 1.2.3 Reliability Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 1.2.4 Environmental Conditions for Operating (Include Imaging Cart
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List of Tables Table 1-1. Options for the EPL-5500W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Table 1-2. Paper Feed Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Table 1-3. Paper Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Table 1-4. Usability of Special Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Table 1-5. Electrical Specifications . . . . . . .
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EPL-5500W Service Manual General Description 1.1 FEATURES The EPSON EPL-5500W laser printer has a 300/600 dots per inch (dpi) resolution and 6 pages per minute ® (ppm) printing speed in a dedicated Microsoft Windows Printing System. It works under Microsoft Windows 3.1x and Windows 95, achieving very high performance due to the recent advances in PC technology. The main features are: ❏ No ozone ❏ Printing speed — 6 ppm ❏ Resolution — 600/300 dpi ❏ Light weight — about 5 kg (11 lb) ❏ Small f
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General Description EPL-5500W Service Manual Table 1-1 lists the optional units available for the EPL-5500W. Table 1-1. Options for the EPL-5500W Cat. No. Description Note S050005 Developer cartridge Developer and toner cartridge S051029 Photoconductor unit — 1-2 Rev. A
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EPL-5500W Service Manual General Description 1.2 SPECIFICATIONS This section provides statistical data for the EPL-5500W. 1.2.1 Basic Specifications Printing method: Laser beam scanning and dry electrophotography Resolution: 600/300 dpi Printing speed: 6 ppm (letter/A4) First printing time (A4/LT): Less than 20 seconds (face-up output) Warm-up time: Less than 35 seconds (at rated current and 23° C (73° F) temperature) Paper supply: See Table 1-2. Table 1-2. Paper Feed Methods Capacity Using Usag
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General Description EPL-5500W Service Manual Usability of special papers: See Table 1-4. Table 1-4. Usability of Special Papers Input OHP Envelopes Labels Card Stock Letterhead Standard built-in PP P P R paper tray Manual feed slot P P P P R R: Reliable feeding and good image quality. P: Possible, but better avoided. N: Not supported. Paper feed alignment and direction: Center alignment for all sizes Paper ejection: Face down Output tray capacity: 100 sheets (face down) Printable area (standard
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EPL-5500W Service Manual General Description 1.2.2 Electrical Specifications Table 1-5. Electrical Requirements and Ranges Description 100 V Version 200 V Version Rated voltage 100 ~ 120 VAC 220 ~ 240 VAC Input voltage range 90 ~ 132 VAC 198 ~ 264 VAC Rated frequency range 50 ~ 60 Hz Input frequency range 47 ~ 63 Hz Power consumption Less than 500 W Less than 600 W Power consumption while Less than 15 W in standby mode (without option) 1.2.3 Reliability Specifications MPBF (Mean Prints Between F
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General Description EPL-5500W Service Manual 1.2.6 Applicable Standards Safety Standards 120 VAC model: UL 1950, CSA 22.2 No. 950 Deviation 3 220/240 VAC model: EN 60950 (IEC950), NEMKO (IEC950), SETI (IEC950), SEMKO (IEC950), DEMKO (IEC950) Safety Regulations (Laser Radiation) 120 VAC model: FDA (NCDRH) Class 1 220/240 VAC model: VDE 0837 (Laser Class 1) (IEC825), SETI (IEC825), SEMKO (IEC825), DEMKO (IEC825) EMI 120 VAC model: FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B, DOC Class B 220/240 VAC model: Vfg 2
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EPL-5500W Service Manual General Description 1.2.9 Software Specifications Built-in modes: Microsoft Windows Printing System PCL4 (software emulation) Rev. A 1-7
