Replacing the Cutter

If you notice that your paper does not cut cleanly, you may need to replace the cutter.
Note: Take care not to damage the cutter blade. Dropping it or knocking it against hard objects may chip the blade.
  1. Turn off the printer.
  2. Remove any paper from the printer.
  3. Open the left and right ink cartridge covers.


  4. Open the printer cover.


  5. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the front cover, then remove the front cover.


  6. Press in on the tab on the cutter cover, release it, and pull down on the cutter cover to open it.


  7. Loosen the screw holding the cutter in place and carefully remove the cutter.


    Warning: Keep the cutter out of the reach of children. The blade is sharp and can cause injury.
  8. Align the pin on the new cutter with the hole in the product and insert it. Tighten the cutter screw securely.


  9. Close the cutter cover as shown and press it in until it clicks into place.


  10. Replace the front cover. Insert and tighten the four screws.
    Note: Use the screws with washers to secure the front section of the cover.


    Note: If the front cover is not properly replaced, an error occurs and the printer does not respond.
  11. Close the printer cover.
  12. Close the left and right ink cartridge covers.
Parent topic: Maintenance and Transportation
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