Page 1 SERVICE MANUAL Direct To Garment Printer SC-F2000 Confidential SECP13002...
Page 2  The contents of this manual are subject 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.
Page 3 2. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE.
Page 4: Chapter 1 Product Description
Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling and assembling the product. CHAPTER 4.ADJUSTMENT Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment. CHAPTER 5.MAINTENANCE Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of Epson-approved lubricants and adhesives required for servicing the product. CHAPTER 6.APPENDIX Provides the following additional information for reference:...
Page 5 Symbols Used in this Manual Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide additional information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger present during a procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when they are used, and always read NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING messages. Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that is necessary to keep the product’s quality.
Page 6 Revision Status Revision Date of Issue Description September 25, 2013 First release November 25, 2013 Full-fledged revision Chapter 1 • 1.3 Available media specifications (p. 15): partially added • 1.4.1 Dimensions and Weight (p. 17): partially added • 1.5.1 Setup menu (p. 23): revised •...
Page 7 Revision Date of Issue Description Chapter 4 • 4.1.2 Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part (p. 194): revised • 4.1.3 Adjustment Items (p. 203): partially added • 4.2.2 NVRAM Viewer Basic Operation (p. 212): revised • 4.6 Image Print (p. 220): “CAUTION”...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
SC-F2000 Revision C Contents Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Chapter 3 DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY 1.1 Product Description .................... 11 3.1 Overview ......................53 3.1.1 Precautions ....................53 1.2 Basic Specifications .................... 13 3.1.2 Cautions after assembling ................55 1.2.1 Basic Specifications ................... 13 3.1.3 Orientation Definition ................
Page 9 SC-F2000 Revision C 4.6 Image Print ....................... 220 4.14.4 RTC Input ....................276 4.14.5 Board Exchange Counter ............... 277 4.7 Counter Reset ....................221 4.14.6 USB Port and Network Communication Check ........278 4.8 References ......................222 4.14.7 Panel Setting Reset & Job History Reset ..........279 4.9 Charge Flag Status ....................
Page 10 C H A P T E R PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Confidential...
Page 11: Product Description
SC-F2000 Revision C  High-speed throughput 1.1 Product Description Table 1-1. Throughput SC-F2000 Series are Garment Direct ink jet printer of 16 inches. The main features are: Media Printing Mode Throughput  Available media Color Ink Mode (1440 x 720 dpi, 8 pass) 50 seconds ...
Page 12 SC-F2000 Revision C  High resolution printing (1440 x 720dpi/Color,1440 x 1440dpi/White) supports high image quality.  High productivity  Introduction of high speed color ink mode supports high speed printing in color.  Realizes high of usability  Maintenance •...
Page 13: Basic Specifications
SC-F2000 Revision C 1.2 Basic Specifications *Nozzle set configuration is; Mode RowA RowB RowC RowD RowE RowF RowG RowH RowI RowJ 1.2.1 Basic Specifications White Ink Mode Table 1-2. Basic Specifications Color Ink Item content Mode Print method On-demand inkjet...
Page 14: Ink Specifications
SC-F2000 Revision C 1.2.3 Ink Specifications Table 1-6. Previous processing agent Item Content Table 1-4. Ink cartridges Use by date See the date printed on the package (at normal temperature) Item Content  Operating: 10°C to 35°C Type Exclusive ink cartridges ...
Page 15: Available Media Specifications
SC-F2000 Revision C 1.3 Available media specifications MEDIA WEIGHT  T-shirts or other fabrics: up to 1.5 kg AVAILABLE MEDIA AVAILABLE MEDIA FORM  Available for fabric or clothing from 100% cotton to 50% cotton blend whose thickness is up to 15 mm (mainly T-shirts).
Page 16 SC-F2000 Revision C AREA WHERE CANNOT BE PRINTED 161mm Printable area differs accordingly to the size of each Platens. However, the area where Platen's frame cannot be printed is the same. The area 6 mm from within the platen’s frame are not printable.
Page 17: Hardware Specifications
SC-F2000 Revision C 1.4 Hardware Specifications WEIGHT Table 1-9. Weight This section provides the printer dimensions and shows the main components. Item Weight 1.4.1 Dimensions and Weight Printer* Approx. 82 kg L size Platen 3.7 kg DIMENSIONS M size Platen (bundled with the product) 2.6 kg...
Page 18: Part Names
SC-F2000 Revision C 1.4.3 Part Names INSIDE FRONT Figure 1-6. Front Table 1-10. Front Name Name Figure 1-7. Inside Printer Cover Height Adjustment Lever Table 1-11. Inside Airflow Vents Fixing Lever Name Name Cartridge Cover (Left) Cartridge Cover (Right) Carriage Scale...
Page 19 SC-F2000 Revision C BACK Figure 1-8. Back Table 1-12. Back Name Name AC Inlet Waste Ink Outlet (Right) Waste Ink Outlet (Left) LAN Port Tube Clamp Data Lamp Waste Ink Bottle Holder Status Lamp Waste Ink Bottle USB Port Waste Ink Tube...
Page 20: Operation Panel Specifications
SC-F2000 Revision C 1.5 Operation panel specifications Table 1-13. Operation panel Name Function Returns one level higher when it is pressed while the OPERATION PANEL Left button menu is displayed. When menus are displayed, these buttons can be used to Up/Down button choose items or options.
Page 21 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 1-14. LCD Name Function  Screen view Displays status or operation of this machine, or error Message message. Print job name Displays job name which is under printing. Displayed when the USB memory is inserted, [USB File USB memory status List] is selected from Settings menu and data is read.
Page 22 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 1-14. LCD Name Function Displays ink status. Normal Warning/Error 1. Displays status The status of ink cartridge will be displayed as shown below. No error. Ink cartridge status Running out of ink. Remaining ink is less than limit.
Page 23: Setup Menu
SC-F2000 Revision C 1.5.1 Setup menu Note "*": Not available for High Speed Color Mode. Table 1-15. Setup menu Menu Set up Item/level (shaded area: default setting) Description Displays the name of data up to 23 letters if there is data in the USB that can be printed. If...
Page 24 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 1-15. Setup menu Menu Set up Item/level (shaded area: default setting) Description If [Yes] is selected, mode can be switched from the current mode to other modes (High Speed Color Mode is not available).  Using in White Ink Mode: switch to Color Ink Mode Replace White Ink ...
Page 25 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 1-15. Setup menu Menu Set up Item/level (shaded area: default setting) Description Auto Choose IP address setup either from [Auto] (uses DHCP) or [Panel] (manual). If [Panel] is IP Address Setting chosen, [IP Address], [Subnet Mask] and [Default Gateway] should be configured.
Page 26 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 1-15. Setup menu Menu Set up Item/level (shaded area: default setting) Description Custom Normally, users cannot use this menu. When no error is occurred and no print job has not received or the operation panel has not been touched for a certain period of time, the machine will shift automatically to sleep mode.
Page 27: Serviceman Mode
SC-F2000 Revision C 1.5.2 Serviceman Mode The Serviceman Mode is intended to be used by a service person for servicing the printer. HOW TO START & QUIT Turn the printer on by pressing the [Right], [Down], and [OK] buttons together.
Page 28: Status Sheet
SC-F2000 Revision C 1.5.3 Status Sheet Table 1-17. Contents of the Status Sheet Information name Description The following explains how to read the Status Sheet. Basic information Basic information on the printer Printer Status Settings of the printer Printer Usage...
Page 29 C H A P T E R TROUBLE SHOOTING Confidential...
Page 30: Overview
SC-F2000 Revision C 2.1 Overview 2.1.1.2 Recurrence check of the trouble Check if the trouble the user claims recurs with the returned printer. This section explains the basic procedure for troubleshooting problems on the printer  quickly and efficiently. If the F/W was not the latest, with the user's agreement, update the F/W to the latest one and check if the trouble recurs.
Page 31: Troubleshooting Procedure
SC-F2000 Revision C 2.1.2 Troubleshooting Procedure 2.1.3.2 If necessary to escalate the trouble case Make a report with the following data. Refer to the following items according to the observed symptom, carry out the corresponding troubleshooting following the procedures described in the next sections.
Page 32: Remedies For Maintenance Requests
SC-F2000 Revision C 2.2 Remedies for Maintenance Requests This section describes the remedies for maintenance requests. Maintenance requests do not effect the printer’s operation; therefore, you can continue the current printing. When a maintenance request error occurs, the printer displays on the LCD a hexadecimal code of “NNNN” which correspond to the bit numbers assigned to error statuses as shown in the table below.
Page 33: Remedies For Service Call Error
SC-F2000 Revision C 2.3 Remedies for Service Call Error The following tables explains the Service Call error messages and remedies. Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy The Ink Tubes have reached the end of their service Replace the Ink Tubes...
Page 34 SC-F2000 Revision C Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy The number of occurrences of reversing the CR 1. Is there any problem such as disconnection or a MOTOR ASSY has reached a predetermined limit. damaged cable in the connections below? ...
Page 35 SC-F2000 Revision C Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy 1. Is there any problem such as disconnection or a damaged cable in the connections below?  TF ENCODER BOARD ASSY to SUB-B  Connection failure of the TF MOTOR ASSY or BOARD the TF Motor encoder.
Page 36 SC-F2000 Revision C Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy Abnormally-long driving duration of the TF MOTOR ASSY was detected. TF Motor 122D Replace the MAIN BOARD. (Page 95)  driving time-out error Irregular load  Firmware becomes out of control.
Page 37 SC-F2000 Revision C Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy Overcurrent to the Pump Motor was detected. 1. Is there any problem such as disconnection or a  damaged cable in the connection below? Pump Motor encoder cable disconnection ...
Page 38 SC-F2000 Revision C Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy The RIGHT INK HOLDER ASSY has reached the RIGHT INK HOLDER end of its service life. (The total number of times that Replace the RIGHT INK HOLDER ASSY (Page 1432...
Page 39 SC-F2000 Revision C Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy Abnormally-long driving duration of the Circulation Motor was detected. Circulation Motor 142D Replace the MAIN BOARD. (Page 95)  driving time-out error Irregular load  Firmware becomes out of control.
Page 40 SC-F2000 Revision C Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy  There is a foreign material in the light path of the 1. Remove the foreign material. obstacle sensor error. 1505 Obstacle sensor error Is there any foreign material in the light path? 2.
Page 41 SC-F2000 Revision C Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy 1. Turn the power off and remove the RTC backup battery. RTC Access 2. After several seconds, re-attach the battery and 1A26 The RTC circuit on the MAIN BOARD malfunctions.
Page 42 SC-F2000 Revision C Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy 1. Replace the MAIN BOARD. (Page 95) 2. Replace the PRINT HEAD (Page 127), MAIN BOARD. (Page 95), LEFT INK HOLDER ASSY IES error (Ink End The 42V fuse on the MAIN BOARD has blown.
Page 43 SC-F2000 Revision C Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy Wrong flash device 2008 The circuit board is broken. Does the error persist after restarting the printer? Replace the MAIN BOARD. (Page 95) error 1. Re-install the firmware. (Page 219)
Page 44 SC-F2000 Revision C Code Error Name Cause Check Item Remedy Abnormality of memory access. Occurs during reading/writing data at the following operations.  At power-on 1. Restart the printer. USB memory access  D390 When inserting/removing a USB flash drive Check if the error recurs.
Page 45: Remedies For Print Quality Troubles
SC-F2000 Revision C 2.4 Remedies for Print Quality Troubles This section provides troubleshooting of print quality troubles classifying them by observed symptom. Before performing troubleshooting, refer to and print “Nozzle Check” (p237) nozzle check pattern. Examine the printed pattern, and if any missing segment is found, perform the Print Head cleaning.
Page 46 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 2-2. Print Quality Troubles Symptom Cause Check Item Remedy The amount of TF feeding was changed Adjust the amount of TF Feeding properly. using the Operation Panel. Carry out the following adjustments.  ANGULAR ADJUST AND CHECK...
Page 47 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 2-2. Print Quality Troubles Symptom Cause Check Item Remedy Bandings in the carriage movement Lubrication on the CR moving parts is Is the oil pad of the CR UNIT dried out? If the pad is dry, lubricate it.
Page 48: Other Troubles
SC-F2000 Revision C 2.5 Other Troubles Table 2-3. Other Troubles Symptom Cause Check Item Remedy The power cable is unplugged Is the power plug connected properly? Connect it properly. Is the electrical outlet overloaded sharing with any other Use a dedicated electrical outlet on the wall for the The power voltage is unstable.
Page 49 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 2-3. Other Troubles Symptom Cause Check Item Remedy The tension of the CR TIMING BELT Correct the tension of the CR TIMING BELT. is not proper. (Page 224) Lubrication of the CR UNIT and CR Does the CR UNIT move smoothly? Check it by pulling If the unit does not move smoothly, lubricate it.
Page 50: Trouble On Service Program
SC-F2000 Revision C 2.6 Trouble on Service Program This section describes possible troubles on Service Program and their causes and remedies. Table 2-4. Troubles on Service Program Symptom Cause Check Item Remedy Are you running the program on the following operating systems? The operating system is not supported.
Page 51: Trouble On Nvram Viewer
SC-F2000 Revision C 2.7 Trouble on NVRAM Viewer This section describes possible troubles on NVRAM Viewer and their causes and remedies. Table 2-5. Trouble on NVRAM Viewer Symptom Cause Check Item Remedy With a text editor, open the ini file (ext_dlg.ini) in the...
Page 52 C H A P T E R DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Confidential...
Page 53: Overview
SC-F2000 Revision C 3.1 Overview 3.1.1 Precautions Before starting the disassembly or reassembly of the product, read the following This chapter describes procedures for disassembling the main components of SC- precautions given under the headings “WARNING” and “CAUTION”. F2000. Be sure to follow the steps when disassembling the unit.
Page 54 SC-F2000 Revision C   W A R N I N G The power switch for this printer is installed on the secondary Locate the printer on a stable and flat surface. C A U T I O N ...
Page 55: Cautions After Assembling
SC-F2000 Revision C 3.1.2 Cautions after assembling 3.1.3 Orientation Definition The terms used for indicating the orientation/direction throughout this chapter are as  The ink-path-related components or parts should be firmly and C A U T I O N follows.
Page 56: Recommended Tools
SC-F2000 Revision C 3.1.4 Recommended Tools To protect this product from damage, use the tools indicated in the following table. For the tools required to perform the adjustment, refer to “Tools/Consumables for Adjustments” in Chapter 4. Table 3-1. Tools Name...
Page 57: Parts Diagram
SC-F2000 Revision C 3.2 Parts Diagram  PRINTER COVER (p. 72)  PANEL ASSY (p. 75)  LEFT COVER ASSY (p. 86)  REAR COVER (p. 79)  LEFT HOUSING PLATE (p. 73)  REAR COVER SUB ASSY (p. 77) ...
Page 58 SC-F2000 Revision C  PRINTER COVER OPEN SENSOR (p. 92) Detects the Open/Closed status of the PRINTER COVER.  LEFT IC COVER SENSOR (p. 90) Detects the Open/Closed status of the LEFT IC COVER.  RIGHT IC COVER SENSOR (p. 91) Detects the Open/Closed status of the RIGHT IC COVER.
Page 59 SC-F2000 Revision C  CR SUB BOARD (p. 102) Relays the connection between the MAIN BOARD and electric parts components. See “6.2 Connection Diagram  BOARD BOX FAN 2 (p. 189) (p302)” for specific connections to the concerning parts/ components.
Page 60 SC-F2000 Revision C  DAMPER KIT (p. 104)  CR ENCODER  PRINT HEAD (p. 109)  HEAD FFC (p. 127)  AIR FILTER (p. 76)  CR SCALE (p. 123)  REAR FILTER ASSY (p. 93)  CR COVER (p. 103) ...
Page 61 SC-F2000 Revision C  WIPER UNIT (p. 70) Wipes ink on the nozzle of the PRINT HEAD.  CLOTH WIPER CARRIAGE ASSY (p. 146)  ANTI-DRYING CAP (p. 71) Drives the WIPER UNIT. Caps the nozzle of the PRINT HEAD, and prevents the head from drying out.
Page 62 SC-F2000 Revision C  PARALLEL ADJUSTMENT PLATE (p. 168) Adjusts the PLATEN parallelism.  PG SWITCH LEVER ASSY (p. 169) Adjusts the height of the PLATEN in nine steps.  PLATEN (p. 71) The rest which a T-shirt is set.
Page 63 SC-F2000 Revision C  REAR TF SENSOR (p. 182) Detects the TABLE ASSY.  MEDIA SENSOR FRAME ASSY (p. 179)  TF ENCODER BOARD ASSY (p. 183) Detects the thickness of the Media  TF MOTOR ASSY (p. 185) (T-shirt).
Page 64: Disassembly Flowchart
SC-F2000 Revision C 3.3 Disassembly Flowchart CONSUMABLES/ACCESSORIES Start “3.4.1.1 Unlocking the CR UNIT “3.4.2.4 PLATEN (p71)” “3.4.2.1 POROUS PAD (p70)” (p69)” “3.4.2.3 ANTI-DRYING CAP “3.4.2.2 WIPER UNIT (p70)” (p71)” HOUSING Start “3.4.3.16 LEFT IC COVER “3.4.3.17 RIGHT IC COVER “3.4.3.11 RIGHT IC COVER “3.4.3.1 PRINTER COVER (p72)”...
Page 65 SC-F2000 Revision C ELECTRIC CIRCUIT COMPONENTS / FANS Start “3.4.1.1 Unlocking the CR UNIT “3.4.3.1 PRINTER COVER (p72)” (p69)” “3.4.3.3 RIGHT HOUSING PLATE “3.4.5.1 CR COVER (p103)” (p74)” “3.4.3.15 RIGHT HOUSING CAP / “3.4.4.5 CR SUB BOARD (p102)” RIGHT COVER ASSY (p88)”...
Page 66 SC-F2000 Revision C CARRIAGE MECHANISM Start “3.4.1.1 Unlocking the CR UNIT “3.4.3.1 PRINTER COVER (p72)” (p69)” “3.4.3.3 RIGHT HOUSING PLATE “3.4.5.1 CR COVER (p103)” “3.4.5.5 CR SCALE (p123)” (p74)” “3.4.3.15 RIGHT HOUSING CAP / “3.4.5.2 DAMPER KIT (p104)” “3.4.5.3 PRINT HEAD (p109)”...
Page 67 SC-F2000 Revision C INK SYSTEM MECHANISM Start “3.4.3.1 PRINTER COVER (p72)” “3.4.3.3 RIGHT HOUSING PLATE (p74)” “3.4.3.15 RIGHT HOUSING CAP / RIGHT COVER ASSY (p88)” “3.4.3.2 LEFT HOUSING PLATE “3.4.1.1 Unlocking the CR UNIT “3.4.5.13 DUCT TUBE ASSY (p73)” (p69)”...
Page 68 SC-F2000 Revision C TABLE FEED MECHANISM Start “3.4.3.6 REAR COVER SUB ASSY “3.4.3.8 FRONT SUB COVER “3.4.3.1 PRINTER COVER (p72)” “3.4.6.1 FIXING LEVER (p167)” (p77)” (p80)” “3.4.6.10 REAR TF SENSOR “3.4.3.3 RIGHT HOUSING PLATE “3.4.6.11 TF ENCODER BOARD “3.4.6.12 TF MOTOR ASSY “3.4.2.4 PLATEN (p71)”...
Page 69: Disassembly And Assembly Procedure
SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4 Disassembly and Assembly Procedure This section describes procedures for disassembling the components allowed to be disassembled. Unless otherwise specified, disassembled units or components can be reassembled by reversing the disassembly procedure. 3.4.1 Preparation for servicing Gear 3.4.1.1 Unlocking the CR UNIT...
Page 70: Consumables/Accessories
SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.2 Consumables/Accessories 3.4.2.2 WIPER UNIT Select “Head Cleaning Set” by the panel operation, then replace the unit. (to reset the 3.4.2.1 POROUS PAD WIPER UNIT counter for sure) Open the PRINTER COVER. Hold up the handle of the POROUS PAD, and remove the POROUS PAD.
Page 71 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.2.3 ANTI-DRYING CAP 3.4.2.4 PLATEN Unlock the CR UNIT. (p69) Move the PLATEN toward you. Open the PRINTER COVER. Hold the both sides of the PLATEN, and remove it upward. Push the lever toward you, and remove the ANTI-DRYING CAP while holding up...
Page 72: Housing
SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3 Housing 3.4.3.1 PRINTER COVER A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment R E Q U I R E D PRINTER COVER Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 73 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.2 LEFT HOUSING PLATE Open the PRINTER COVER. PRINTER COVER Remove the screw that secures the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. LEFT HOUSING PLATE A) Silver M4x8 Cup P-tite screw: 1 pcs Slide the LEFT HOUSING PLATE in the direction of the arrow, and disengage the eight hooks.
Page 74 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.3 RIGHT HOUSING PLATE PRINTER COVER Open the PRINTER COVER. RIGHT HOUSING PLATE Remove the screw that secures the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. A) Silver M4x8 Cup P-tite screw: 1 pcs Slide the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE in the direction of the arrow, and disengage the eight hooks.
Page 75 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.4 PANEL ASSY A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment PANEL ASSY R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 76 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.5 AIR FILTER Disengage the hooks, and remove the AIR FILTER. Insert the two tabs of the AIR FILTER in the two positioning holes on the Fan Holder Assy. AIR FILTER Positioning holes Fan Holder Assy Tabs...
Page 77 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.6 REAR COVER SUB ASSY Remove the two Locking Wire Saddle. Remove the eleven screws that secure the REAR COVER SUB ASSY. A) Silver M4x10 Sems S-tite screw: 7 pcs B) Silver M3x8 Cup S-tite screw: 4 pcs...
Page 78 SC-F2000 Revision C Disengage the two hooks, and remove the REAR COVER SUB ASSY. Hook Hook REAR COVER SUB ASSY Figure 3-21. Removing the REAR COVER SUB ASSY (2) DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Disassembly and Assembly Procedure Confidential...
Page 79 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.7 REAR COVER Positioning point Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) Remove the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. (p73) REAR COVER Remove the LEFT COVER ASSY. (p86) Remove the REAR COVER SUB ASSY.
Page 80 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.8 FRONT SUB COVER Remove the four screws, and remove the FRONT SUB COVER. A) Silver M3x8 Cup S-tite screw: 4 pcs FRONT SUB COVER Figure 3-23. Removing the FRONT SUB COVER DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Disassembly and Assembly Procedure...
Page 81 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.9 LEFT FRONT COVER / RIGHT FRONT COVER Rear side Remove the FRONT SUB COVER. (p80) Remove the REAR COVER SUB ASSY. (p77) Remove the PLATEN. (p71) Remove the BELLOWS ASSY. (p173) Remove the seven screws. A) Silver M3x8 Cup S-tite screw: 7 pcs Move the Table Feed Mechanism to the rear, and remove the LEFT FRONT COVER.
Page 82 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.10 LEFT IC COVER A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 83 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.11 RIGHT IC COVER A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 84 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.12 LEFT IH COVER A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 85 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.13 RIGHT IH COVER A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 86 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.14 LEFT COVER ASSY Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Positioning point Remove the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. (p73) Open the LEFT IC COVER. Remove the screw, and remove the LEFT HOUSING CAP. A) Silver M3x6 Cup P-tite screw: 1 pcs...
Page 87 SC-F2000 Revision C Rear side LEFT COVER ASSY Figure 3-30. Removing the LEFT COVER ASSY DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Disassembly and Assembly Procedure Confidential...
Page 88 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.15 RIGHT HOUSING CAP / RIGHT COVER ASSY Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Positioning point Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Remove the screw, and remove the RIGHT HOUSING CAP. A) Silver M3x8 Sems P-tite screw: 1 pcs...
Page 89 SC-F2000 Revision C Rear side RIGHT COVER ASSY Figure 3-32. Removing the RIGHT COVER ASSY DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Disassembly and Assembly Procedure Confidential...
Page 90 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.16 LEFT IC COVER SENSOR Disengage the two hooks, and remove the LEFT IC COVER SENSOR in the direction of the arrow. A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment...
Page 91 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.17 RIGHT IC COVER SENSOR Disengage the two hooks, and remove the RIGHT IC COVER SENSOR in the direction of the arrow. A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment...
Page 92 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.18 PRINTER COVER OPEN SENSOR Disengage the two hooks, and remove the PRINTER COVER OPEN SENSOR in the direction of the arrow. A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment...
Page 93 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.3.19 REAR FILTER ASSY Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Duct Remove the RIGHT HOUSING CAP / RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) Remove the three screws, and remove the Duct. A) Silver M3x6 Cup P-tite screw: 1 pcs...
Page 94 SC-F2000 Revision C Disengage the REAR FILTER ASSY using pliers or a similar tool by pinching and pushing the three pins from inside. Inner Remove the REAR FILTER ASSY. Pins Pins REAR FILTER ASSY Figure 3-40. Removing the REAR FILTER ASSY DISASSEMBLY &...
Page 95: Electric Circuit Components
SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.4 Electric Circuit Components P.C.B Relay Fixing Plate 3.4.4.1 MAIN BOARD MAIN BOARD A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part”...
Page 96 SC-F2000 Revision C 11. Disconnect cables and FFCs from the MAIN BOARD. When installing a new MAIN BOARD to the printer, first connect the FFCs and cable to the connectors (CN200, CN201, CN300, C H E C K No need to disconnect the FFCs and cable connected to the...
Page 97 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.4.2 MAIN-B BOARD Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) Remove the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. (p73) Remove the LEFT COVER ASSY. (p86) Remove the REAR COVER SUB ASSY.
Page 98 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.4.3 SUB-B BOARD Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) SUB-B BOARD Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) Remove the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. (p73) Remove the LEFT COVER ASSY. (p86) Remove the REAR COVER SUB ASSY.
Page 99 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.4.4 POWER SUPPLY BOARD Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Right Sub Frame Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) Remove the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. (p73) Remove the LEFT COVER ASSY. (p86) Remove the REAR COVER SUB ASSY.
Page 100 SC-F2000 Revision C 11. Release the cable from the clamp. 12. Disconnect the cable from the connector of the POWER SUPPLY BOARD. 13. Loosen the two screws. C) Silver M3x6 Cup S-tite screw: 2 pcs 14. Remove the four screws, and remove the PS Shield Plate Assy to the rear.
Page 101 SC-F2000 Revision C 15. Remove the four screws, and remove the Cover. 16. Remove the six screws that secure the POWER SUPPLY BOARD. E) Silver M3x6 S-tite screw: 4 pcs F) Silver M3x6 S-tite screw: 6 pcs 17. Disconnect the cable from the connector (CN1) of the POWER SUPPLY BOARD.
Page 102 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.4.5 CR SUB BOARD Unlock the CR UNIT. (p69) Remove the CR COVER. (p103) Disconnect all FFCs from the CR SUB BOARD. Remove the two screws, and remove the CR SUB BOARD. A) Silver M3x8 P-tite screw with built-in washer: 2 pcs CR SUB BOARD Figure 3-49.
Page 103: Carriage Mechanism/Ink System Mechanism
SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5 Carriage Mechanism/Ink System Mechanism 3.4.5.1 CR COVER Unlock the CR UNIT. (p69) Remove the six screws, and remove the CR COVER. A) Silver M3x8 Cup P-tite screw: 6 pcs Upper CR COVER Figure 3-50. Removing the CR COVER Installing the CR COVER, attach the sponge of the INK MIST COVER ASSY.
Page 104 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.2 DAMPER KIT A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment Tube Guide Holder DAMPER KIT R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 105 SC-F2000 Revision C Release the HEAD FFC and Film from the three Cable Holder. HEAD FFC Cable Holder TUBE ASSY Film Film Holder Figure 3-53. Removing the Film Holder Figure 3-52. Releasing the TUBE ASSY Remove the three screws, and remove the Film Holder.
Page 106 SC-F2000 Revision C Remove the three screws. B) Silver M3x10 P-tite screw: 2 pcs C) Silver M3x6 machine screw: 1 pcs DAMPER KIT Be sure to tighten the screws on the DAMPER KIT at the position shown below. DAMPER KIT Figure 3-54.
Page 107 SC-F2000 Revision C Remove the DAMPER KIT with the TUBE ASSY.  When the TUBE ASSY is removed at the following step, ink C A U T I O N may drip off from the tube. Prepare a waste cloth in advance and be careful not to contaminate the surroundings.
Page 108 SC-F2000 Revision C  Installing the DAMPER KIT, attach the sponges, film (1) and film (2) of the INK MIST COVER ASSY. (p114)  Make sure to tighten the screw that secures the TUBE ASSY using a torque driver with the following torque.
Page 109 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.3 PRINT HEAD Insert the protrusion of the Tube Guide Holder in the hole on the CR UNIT. A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part”...
Page 110 SC-F2000 Revision C Release the HEAD FFC and Film from the three Cable Holder. Tube Guide Holder DAMPER KIT Hook HEAD FFC Cable Holder TUBE ASSY Film Figure 3-58. Releasing the TUBE ASSY Figure 3-57. Removing the Tube Guide Holder DISASSEMBLY &...
Page 111 SC-F2000 Revision C Remove the three screws, and remove the Film Holder. Remove the three screws. A) Silver M3x8 Cup S-tite screw: 3 pcs B) Silver M3x10 P-tite screw: 2 pcs C) Silver M3x6 machine screw: 1 pcs DAMPER KIT Film Holder Figure 3-59.
Page 112 SC-F2000 Revision C Remove the DAMPER KIT with the TUBE ASSY.  Do not rotate the gear show in Figure 3-62. C A U T I O N  Make sure the flat section of each cam comes on the bottom.
Page 113 SC-F2000 Revision C In the next step, Do not touch the surface of the head nozzle. C A U T I O N Remove the three screws, and remove the PRINT HEAD. PRINT HEAD D) Silver M2.5x6 P-tite screw (Bit No.1): 3 pcs 10.
Page 114 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.4 INK MIST COVER ASSY Table 3-3. Film Parts name Shape When installing the CR COVER, DAMPER KIT, PRINT HEAD, and/or LEFT INK HOLDER ASSY, see below and install the INK MIST COVER ASSY. Film (1) (p117)
Page 115 SC-F2000 Revision C INSTALLING THE SPONGE HEAD FFC Install the sponge (1) in the pedestal of the HEAD FFC. HEAD FFC Connector Sponge (1) Pedestal PRINT HEAD Figure 3-65. Connecting the HEAD FFC Install the sponge (2) in the HEAD FFC. The HEAD FFC are pinched the sponge Stick (1) and the sponge (2).
Page 116 SC-F2000 Revision C Install the sponge (3) in the CR UNIT. Sponge (4) L-shaped sheet metal Slit Sponge (3) L-shaped CR UNIT sheet metal Stick CR UNIT Figure 3-67. Installing the sponge (3) Figure 3-68. Installing the sponge (4) (1) Sandwich the L-shaped sheet metal by slit of the sponge (4).
Page 117 SC-F2000 Revision C Install the sponge (5) in the CR COVER. INSTALLING THE FILM (1) CR COVER Sponge (5) Back side Sponge (5) Figure 3-71. Film (1) Align the edges of the CR COVER and sponge (5). Figure 3-70. Installing the sponge (5) DISASSEMBLY &...
Page 118 SC-F2000 Revision C Disconnect the FFC from the connector (CN100) of the CR SUB BOARD. Insert the A part of the film (1) in the space between the FFC and the CR UNIT. Hide the A part of the film (1) under the FFC.
Page 119 SC-F2000 Revision C Press the film (1) in the direction of the arrow, and insert the film (1) between the CR UNIT CR UNIT and frame. D part Film (1) Frame CR UNIT D part Figure 3-76. Installing the film (1) (5)
Page 120 SC-F2000 Revision C Insert A part and E part of the film (1) in the space of the CR UNIT along the FFC. 10. Check that the screw of the DAMPER KIT and screw hole of the film (1) are at the same position.
Page 121 SC-F2000 Revision C Insert A part of the film (2) in space between the CR UNIT and the APG Gear. INSTALLING THE FILM (2) APG Gear A part Film (2) CR UNIT Figure 3-82. Installing the film (2) (2) Insert the film (2) between the CR UNIT and plate.
Page 122 SC-F2000 Revision C Install the film (2) on the CR UNIT. INSTALLING THE FILM (3) Film (2) Figure 3-85. Film (3) Align the screw on the LEFT INK HOLDER ASSY with the cutout on the film (3). CR UNIT Install the film (3) on the LEFT INK HOLDER ASSY.
Page 123 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.5 CR SCALE Right side Left side Marking A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment R E Q U I R E D Hook Hook Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 124 SC-F2000 Revision C  If protection films are applied on both sides of the new CR SCALE, peel them off before installation. CR Scale Protection film DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Disassembly and Assembly Procedure Confidential...
Page 125 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.6 CR MOTOR ASSY Remove the two screws that secure the CR MOTOR ASSY. A) Silver M3x5 machine screw: 2 pcs A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment...
Page 126 SC-F2000 Revision C 10. Release the cable from the clamp. 11. Disconnect the relay connector. CR MOTOR ASSY Clamp Relay connector Figure 3-90. Removing the CR MOTOR ASSY (2) DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Disassembly and Assembly Procedure Confidential...
Page 127 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.7 HEAD FFC Clamp USB cable Clamps Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) Remove the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. (p73) Remove the LEFT COVER ASSY. (p86) Remove the REAR COVER SUB ASSY.
Page 128 SC-F2000 Revision C 18. Release the FFC and the cable from the holes on the Panel Cover, and place the 19. Remove the three screws, and remove the Tube Cover. Front Cover Assy on the Table Feed Mechanism. C) Silver M3x6 Cup S-tite screw: 3 pcs...
Page 129 SC-F2000 Revision C 20. Disengage the hooks that secure the two FFC Covers using flat-blade screwdriver or a similar tool, and slide the FFC Covers in the direction of the arrow. Tube Cover 21. Release the HEAD FFC from the each two tabs of the two FFC Covers.
Page 130 SC-F2000 Revision C 22. Remove the screw that secures the FFC Sub Holder. 25. Remove the HEAD FFC from the three Cable Holder. D) Silver M3x8 P-tite screw with built-in washer: 1 pcs 23. Remove the FFC Sub Holder from the HEAD FFC.
Page 131 SC-F2000 Revision C MAIN BOARD Main Frame HEAD FFC Connectors (CN100, CN101, CN102) FFC clamps Hole FFC clamps FFC clamps Hole Figure 3-97. Removing the HEAD FFC DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Disassembly and Assembly Procedure Confidential...
Page 132 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.8 TUBE ASSY Left side Perform the Ink eject. Hook Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) FFC Cover Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) Remove the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. (p73) Remove the LEFT COVER ASSY.
Page 133 SC-F2000 Revision C 24. Release the HEAD FFC from the three Cable Holder. Upper Bottom 25. Disengage the three hooks to open the six Cable Holders, and release the TUBE ASSY. TUBE ASSY Perform the Clamp Position Adjustment (p233). Hooks...
Page 134 SC-F2000 Revision C 28. Remove the two screws, and remove the TUBE ASSY from the CIRCULATION Tube Fixing Plate PUMP ASSY. Front Frame B) Silver M2.5x16 Bind machine screw: 2 pcs TUBE ASSY 29. Disengage the hook, and remove the tube clamp.
Page 135 SC-F2000 Revision C 31. Pull the TUBE ASSY from the two holes on the Front Frame, and remove the Upper TUBE ASSY. TUBE ASSY Set the three Cable Holders shown in the below figure to the center positions of the three cutouts of the Front Frame.
Page 136 SC-F2000 Revision C   When connecting the TUBE ASSY to the BUFFR ASSY, Before installing the joint, make sure the Joint Rubbers are connect the TUBE ASSY so that the Red line on it comes to the attached to it.
Page 137 SC-F2000 Revision C  When attaching the Cable Holder, check the following. • Engage the upper hook of the Cable Holder with the TUBE ASSY correctly. • Engage the tabs of the Cable Holder with the points on the TUBE ASSY shown below correctly.
Page 138 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.9 CR UNIT A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 139 SC-F2000 Revision C 14. Remove the screw, remove the Right CR Scale Fixing Plate. 15. Remove the three screws, and remove the CR Drive Pulley Assy and CR Pulley Holder. B) Silver M3x6 S-tite screw with built-in spring washer: 1 pcs...
Page 140 SC-F2000 Revision C 16. Remove the screw, and remove the FFC Holder.  When removing the CR UNIT in the next step, be careful to C A U T I O N engage the Slider inside of frame. E) Silver M3x8 Cup P-tite screw: 1 pcs ...
Page 141 SC-F2000 Revision C When replaced with a new part, make sure to lubricate the new one Lubrication Lubrication referring to “5.6 Lubrication” (p293). DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Disassembly and Assembly Procedure Confidential...
Page 142 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.10 OIL PAD HOLDER C H E C K The procedure below is for disassembling the OIL PAD HOLDER P O I N T at the right. Use the same procedure for disassembling the left one. Unlock the CR UNIT.
Page 143 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.11 PUMP CAP ASSY Release the cables from the clamp. Disconnect the cables from the relay connectors (No.19, No.23, No.26). A D J U S T M E N T When replacing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment Items and R E Q U I R E D the Order by Repaired Part”...
Page 144 SC-F2000 Revision C Pull the cables in the hole on the frame. When the Waste Ink Tube is removed at the following step, waste C A U T I O N ink may drip off from the tube. Prepare a waste cloth or the like in advance and be careful not to contaminate the surroundings.
Page 145 SC-F2000 Revision C 12. Release the cables of the relay connectors (No.23, No.26) from the clamp, and remove the PUMP CAP ASSY. Clamp Cables of relay connectors (No.23, No.26) PUMP CAP ASSY Figure 3-113. Releasing the cables Positioning point Hole...
Page 146 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.12 CLOTH WIPER CARRIAGE ASSY CLOTH WIPER A D J U S T M E N T When replacing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment Items and CARRIAGE ASSY R E Q U I R E D the Order by Repaired Part”...
Page 147 SC-F2000 Revision C 10. Release the cables from the clamp. 12. Pull the cables in the hole on the frame. 11. Disconnect the cables from the relay connectors (No.81, No.82, No.83, No.84). Clamp  C H E C K Leave the relay connectors at the main body side to reuse them.
Page 148 SC-F2000 Revision C 13. Release the cables from the three clamps, and pull out the cables from the two 14. Remove the two screws that secure the CLOTH WIPER CARRIAGE ASSY. holes on the frame. B) Silver M3x6 Cup S-tite screw: 2 pcs...
Page 149 SC-F2000 Revision C 15. Pull out the cables from the two holes on the frame. Upper CLOTH WIPER CARRIAGE ASSY Go through the cable (black) into the hole 2. (See Figure 3-118) Hole 1 Cable (Black) Cables Hole 2 CLOTH WIPER Figure 3-117.
Page 150 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.13 DUCT TUBE ASSY Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Tube Clamp Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) When the Waste Ink Tube is removed at the following step, waste C A U T I O N Waste Ink Tube ink may drip off from the tube.
Page 151 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.14 BUFFR ASSY Perform the Ink eject. Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) TUBE ASSY Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) Remove the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. (p73) Remove the LEFT COVER ASSY.
Page 152 SC-F2000 Revision C   Connect the TUBE ASSY so that the Red line on it comes to the Always use new Joint Rubbers.  upper side. Insert only Joint Rubber per line between upper Joint and lower Joint. ...
Page 153 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.15 CIRCULATION PUMP ASSY Do not remove the relay connectors together with the cables because they are not regarded as ASP. A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment...
Page 154 SC-F2000 Revision C  Connect the TUBE ASSY so that the Red line on it comes to the Relay connectors lower side. (No.40, No.41) TUBE ASSY CIRCULATION PUMP ASSY TUBE ASSY Tube (LEFT INK HOLDER ASSY) Red line  Before installing the joint, make sure the Joint Rubbers are attached to it.
Page 155 SC-F2000 Revision C  Always use new Joint Rubbers.  Insert only Joint Rubber per line between upper Joint and lower Joint.  Confirm there are no foreign objects attached on the Joint Rubbers. DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Disassembly and Assembly Procedure...
Page 156 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.16 LEFT INK HOLDER ASSY A D J U S T M E N T When replacing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment Items and R E Q U I R E D the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 157 SC-F2000 Revision C Perform the Ink eject.  Leave the relay connectors at the main body side to reuse them.  Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Confirm the relay connectors to disconnect the cables. Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY.
Page 158 SC-F2000 Revision C When the Tube is removed at the following step, ink may drip off C A U T I O N Clamp from the tube. Prepare a waste cloth in advance and be careful not to contaminate the surroundings.
Page 159 SC-F2000 Revision C 15. Remove the four screws, and remove the LEFT INK HOLDER ASSY. C H E C K When removing the screw C, insert a screwdriver in the hole on the P O I N T frame shown in the below figure.
Page 160 SC-F2000 Revision C  Installing the LEFT INK HOLDER ASSY, attach the film (3) of the INK MIST COVER ASSY. (p114)  Before installing the joint, make sure the Joint Rubbers are attached to it.  Before attaching the Joint Rubber, let it get wet with cleaning liquid.
Page 161 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.17 RIGHT INK HOLDER ASSY  C H E C K Leave the relay connectors at the main body side to reuse them. P O I N T  Confirm the relay connectors to disconnect the cables.
Page 162 SC-F2000 Revision C When the Tube is removed at the following step, ink may drip off C A U T I O N from the tube. Prepare a waste cloth in advance and be careful not to contaminate the surroundings.
Page 163 SC-F2000 Revision C C H E C K Take care not to drop the screw B in the hole on the frame. When removing the screw B and screw C, insert a screwdriver in C A U T I O N P O I N T the holes on the frame shown in the below figure.
Page 164 SC-F2000 Revision C  Before installing the joint, make sure the Joint Rubbers are Rear side attached to it.  Before attaching the Joint Rubber, let it get wet with cleaning liquid.  Make sure to tighten the screw that secures the tube of the RIGHT INK HOLDER ASSY using a torque driver with the following torque.
Page 165 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.5.18 INK EJ ASSY Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Flashing Box Holder Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) Remove the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. (p73) Remove the LEFT COVER ASSY. (p86) Remove the REAR COVER SUB ASSY.
Page 166 SC-F2000 Revision C When the Tube is removed at the following step, waste ink may C A U T I O N drip off from the tube. Prepare a waste cloth in advance INK EJ ASSY and be careful not to contaminate the surroundings.
Page 167 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6 Table Feed Mechanism 3.4.6.1 FIXING LEVER Remove the FIXING LEVER while turning it. Secure the FIXING LEVER while the guide of the HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER is placed “P”. FIXING LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER FIXING LEVER Guide Figure 3-130.
Page 168 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.2 PARALLEL ADJUSTMENT PLATE A D J U S T M E N T When replacing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment Items and R E Q U I R E D the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 169 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.3 PG SWITCH LEVER ASSY Remove the FIXING LEVER. (p167) Remove the PLATEN. (p71) Remove the PARALLEL ADJUSTMENT PLATE. (p168) PG SWITCH LEVER ASSY Washer Remove the three screws and three washers. A) Silver M4x6 Bind machine screw 3 pcs Loosen the two screws, and remove the PG SWITCH LEVER ASSY.
Page 170 SC-F2000 Revision C  When installing the PG SWITCH LEVER ASSY, confirm the Install the HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER so that its handle following. comes to the right side.  Install the Fasten Shaft so that the D-cut side of the Fasten Shaft comes to the front side.
Page 171 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.4 TRAY BOTTOM FRAME ASSY Remove the FIXING LEVER. (p167) Remove the PLATEN. (p71) TRAY BOTTOM FRAME ASSY Remove the PARALLEL ADJUSTMENT PLATE. (p168) Remove the PG SWITCH LEVER ASSY. (p169) Remove the twelve screws that secure the TRAY BOTTOM FRAME ASSY.
Page 172 SC-F2000 Revision C In the next step, be careful not to damage the PANEL ASSY and C A U T I O N the Front Cover Assy by contacting them with the TRAY BOTTOM FRAME ASSY. Release the Tray Arm from the circular hole of the TRAY BOTTOM, and remove the Tray Arm.
Page 173 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.5 BELLOWS ASSY Remove the FRONT SUB COVER. (p80) BELLOWS ASSY Remove the PLATEN. (p71) Move the Table Feed Mechanism to the rear. Remove the two screws that secure the BELLOWS ASSY. A) Silver M3x8 Cup S-tite screw: 2 pcs Move the Table Feed Mechanism to the front.
Page 174 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.6 TABLE ASSY A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment TF Belt R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 175 SC-F2000 Revision C 11. Remove the two screws, and remove the Right TF Shaft Frame Assy. 13. Remove the two screws, and remove the TF Driven Pulley Holder. A) Silver M3x6 Cup S-tite screw: 2 pcs B) Silver M3x12 S-tite screw with built-in washer: 2 pcs 12.
Page 176 SC-F2000 Revision C 14. Remove the four screws, and remove the TF Driven Pulley Frame. 15. Remove the TABLE ASSY while sliding it toward you. C) Silver M3x6 S-tite screw: 4 pcs TABLE ASSY TF Driven Pulley Frame Figure 3-139. Removing the TF Driven Pulley Frame Figure 3-140.
Page 177 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.7 TF PULLEY ASSY Remove the two screws, and remove the Pulley Shaft Holder. Silver M3x12 S-tite screw with built-in washer: 1 pcs A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment...
Page 178 SC-F2000 Revision C Remove the Pulley Shaft, and remove the TF Belt from the Pulley. TF Belt Pulley Pulley Shaft TF PULLEY ASSY Figure 3-143. Removing the TF Belt DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Disassembly and Assembly Procedure Confidential...
Page 179 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.8 MEDIA SENSOR FRAME ASSY Positioning A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment point R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 180 SC-F2000 Revision C 11. Remove the MEDIA SENSOR FRAME ASSY while sliding it. Pay attention to the positioning points (See Figure 3-144). MEDIA SENSOR FRAME ASSY Figure 3-145. Removing the MEDIA SENSOR FRAME ASSY (2) DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY Disassembly and Assembly Procedure...
Page 181 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.9 FRONT TF SENSOR Remove the FRONT SUB COVER. (p80) Remove the PLATEN. (p71) Remove the BELLOWS ASSY. (p173) Hooks Remove the RIGHT FRONT COVER. (p81) Disengage the four hooks, and remove the FRONT TF SENSOR. Disconnect the cable from the connector.
Page 182 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.10 REAR TF SENSOR A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 183 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.11 TF ENCODER BOARD ASSY A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment Upper R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 184 SC-F2000 Revision C Remove the screw, and remove the TF ENCODER BOARD ASSY. Remove the screw, and remove the TF ENCODER BOARD. B) Silver M3x6 Cup S-tite screw: 1 pcs C) Silver M2.6x5 Bind S-tite screw: 1 pcs After assembling the TF ENCODER BOARD ASSY, confirm that Attach the two tabs of the TF ENCODER BOARD to the the TF SCALE does not contact with the TF ENCODER BOARD.
Page 185 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.12 TF MOTOR ASSY A D J U S T M E N T When replacing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment Items and TF TIMING BELT R E Q U I R E D the Order by Repaired Part” (p194)
Page 186 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.13 TF TIMING BELT A D J U S T M E N T When replacing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment Items and R E Q U I R E D the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 187 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.6.14 TF SCALE TF SCALE A D J U S T M E N T When replacing/removing this part, refer to “4.1.2 Adjustment R E Q U I R E D Items and the Order by Repaired Part” (p194) and make sure to perform the specified operations including required adjustment.
Page 188: Fans
SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.7 Fans 3.4.7.1 BOARD BOX FAN 1 Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) BOARD BOX FAN 1 MAIN BOARD Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) Remove the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. (p73) Remove the LEFT COVER ASSY.
Page 189 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.7.2 BOARD BOX FAN 2 Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) BOARD BOX FAN 2 Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Remove the RIGHT COVER ASSY. (p88) Remove the LEFT HOUSING PLATE. (p73) Remove the LEFT COVER ASSY.
Page 190 SC-F2000 Revision C 3.4.7.3 DUCT FAN ASSY 10. Remove the two screws, and remove the DUCT FAN ASSY. B) Silver M4x30 Bind machine screw: 2 pcs Remove the PRINTER COVER. (p72) Remove the RIGHT HOUSING PLATE. (p74) Install the DUCT FAN ASSY so that the label comes downward.
Page 191 SC-F2000 Revision C 11. Disconnect the cable from the connector (CN13) of the SUB-B BOARD. 12. Release the cable from the six clamps, and pull out the cable from the three holes on the frame. SUB-B BOARD Clamps CN13 Hole...
Page 192: Chapter 4 Adjustment
C H A P T E R ADJUSTMENT Confidential...
Page 193: Overview
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.1 Overview This chapter describes the Service Program software utility and the adjustment procedures required after repairing or replacing certain parts. 4.1.1 Precautions Always observe the following cautions whenever making an adjustment on the printer.  Always refer to “Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired...
Page 194: Adjustment Items And The Order By Repaired Part
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.1.2 Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part The following table shows the required adjustments by repaired or replaced part and the order in which the adjustments must be performed. NOTE 1: The adjustments required for the Main Board differs depending on whether the NVRAM on the old board can be backed up or not.
Page 195 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-1. Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part Replaced or Repaired Service Required Operations Media Replaced Reattached Page (Reattached) Part/Unit Program √ √ Turn the power on in Serviceman mode. √ √ p. 221 Counter Reset Before √...
Page 196 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-1. Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part Replaced or Repaired Service Required Operations Media Replaced Reattached Page (Reattached) Part/Unit Program √ Turn the power on in Serviceman mode. √ √ p. 221 Counter Reset Before √...
Page 197 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-1. Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part Replaced or Repaired Service Required Operations Media Replaced Reattached Page (Reattached) Part/Unit Program √ √ Turn the power on in Serviceman mode. √ √ p. 221 Counter Reset Before √...
Page 198 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-1. Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part Replaced or Repaired Service Required Operations Media Replaced Reattached Page (Reattached) Part/Unit Program √ √ √ p. 246 PG Check Thickness gauge Before √ √ Turn the power on in Serviceman mode.
Page 199 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-1. Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part Replaced or Repaired Service Required Operations Media Replaced Reattached Page (Reattached) Part/Unit Program √ √ p. 187 Replacement Replace with a new one. √ √ √ p. 253...
Page 200 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-1. Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part Replaced or Repaired Service Required Operations Media Replaced Reattached Page (Reattached) Part/Unit Program √ Turn the power on in Firmware update mode. Before √ √ p. 219 Install the firmware.
Page 201 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-1. Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part Replaced or Repaired Service Required Operations Media Replaced Reattached Page (Reattached) Part/Unit Program Before Check the installed cartridges and the ink colors actually √ replacement charged. √...
Page 202 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-1. Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part Replaced or Repaired Service Required Operations Media Replaced Reattached Page (Reattached) Part/Unit Program √ √ p. 99 Replacement Replace with a new one. √ Turn the power on in normal mode.
Page 203: Adjustment Items
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.1.3 Adjustment Items The following table describes the general outline of the adjustments. NOTE: PGPP: Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) Table 4-2. Adjustment Items Service Adjustment Items Overview Symptoms that the Adjustment is Needed Printer Mode Media...
Page 204 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-2. Adjustment Items Service Adjustment Items Overview Symptoms that the Adjustment is Needed Printer Mode Media Page Program Parts may be damaged during the CR UNIT movement if the HEAD FFC or Ink Tubes comes in contact with a clamp.
Page 205 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-2. Adjustment Items Service Adjustment Items Overview Symptoms that the Adjustment is Needed Printer Mode Media Page Program Correct inclination of the Print Head in the CR If this adjustment is not made, print quality problems such as Manual Head inclination direction.
Page 206 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-2. Adjustment Items Service Adjustment Items Overview Symptoms that the Adjustment is Needed Printer Mode Media Page Program When the belt tension is out of standards, the following symptoms may occur.  Belt tension is high: The life of the belt will be shortened.
Page 207 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 4-2. Adjustment Items Service Adjustment Items Overview Symptoms that the Adjustment is Needed Printer Mode Media Page Program If the serial number is not input or a wrong number is set, it Serial Number & USB ID Check the serial number &...
Page 208: Tools/Consumables For Adjustments
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.1.4 Tools/Consumables for Adjustments 4.1.5 How to set the media for adjustment The tables below show the tools required for adjusting this printer. When performing the adjustment for this printer in which printing is required, use the following media for adjustment.
Page 209 SC-F2000 Revision C <For 1st dot position adjustment> Spacers Align media with the top and the right edge of the PLATEN. Figure 4-2. Set position of the spacers Wet the back side of the media for adjustment using manual vaporizer with water.
Page 210: Service Program Basic Operations
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.1.6 Service Program Basic Operations This section describes the basic operations of the Service Program.  Save the Service Program on the desktop or directly under the C A U T I O N C drive. If the storage location is deep in the hierarchy, some program tools may not work correctly.
Page 211: Nvram Backup / Nvram Viewer
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.2 NVRAM BACKUP / NVRAM Viewer Parameters stored in the NVRAM on the Main Board are read/stored and written onto the other NVRAM on the Main Board using this menu. Also, the read parameter information is displayed on the computer screen.
Page 212: Nvram Viewer Basic Operation
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.2.2 NVRAM Viewer Basic Operation DESCRIPTION The following functions are provided.  Life Parts Operation History Life Parts Operation History Utilization History Error History Basic information PROCEDURE Click [OPEN] on the NVRAM BACKUP screen, and select NVRAM data.
Page 213 SC-F2000 Revision C  Utilization History  Error History Figure 4-8. [Error History] Screen Figure 4-7. [Utilization History] Screen 1 Type Error code 1 Item 2 Error History Error content 2 Current Value Displays the current value per item. 3 Date The date when the error occurred.
Page 214 SC-F2000 Revision C  Basic Information INFORMATION SAVED TO CSV FILES  Life Parts Operation History Table 4-6. List Parts Operation History Item Description Product Life Counter (Pages) White Mode: Color print pages White Mode: White print pages Life of Single Mode White Mode: White &...
Page 215 SC-F2000 Revision C  Utilization History Table 4-7. Utilization History Item Description Table 4-7. Utilization History Amount of Consumed Ink Item Description (Epson Genuine) Total Execution Times Amount of Consumed Ink History of usage of ink Tube Cleaning Execution (Times)
Page 216 SC-F2000 Revision C  Errors History Table 4-7. Utilization History Item Description Table 4-8. Errors History Power ON-OFF times per Item Description Head temperature (Times) Displays the most recent five service call errors and their Print pages per Head Service Call Error time stamps.
Page 217: Adjustments (Individual)
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.3 ADJUSTMENTS (Individual) This mode executes the adjustment required for the repair individually. PROCEDURE Click [ADJUSTMENTS (Individual)] from the main menu. Select the adjustment item that you want to execute. Follow the instructions on the screen to execute the adjustment.
Page 218: Adjustments (Sequence)
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.4 ADJUSTMENTS (Sequence) This mode displays the required adjustments per replaced part and executes the adjustments in order. PROCEDURE Click [ADJUSTMENTS (Sequence)] from the main menu. Select the name of the part to be replaced. Select the adjustment item that you want to execute.
Page 219: Installing Firmware
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.5 Installing Firmware This section explains how to update the firmware. The firmware of this printer is written in the Flash ROM on the Main Board. If the Main Board is replaced or the firmware needs to be updated, follow the procedure below to write the firmware to the Flash ROM.
Page 220: Image Print
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.6 Image Print The following functions are provided.  Prints an image file  Transfers the PRN. file PROCEDURE Click [IMAGE PRINT] from the main menu. Click [Reference] to specify a file to print. Click [Print]. Figure 4-13. [IMAGE PRINT] Screen ...
Page 221: Counter Reset
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.7 Counter Reset Whenever the parts/units which have life counter are replaced, the corresponding life counter must be reset. This is important to replace those parts/units at the correct timing. EXECUTION MODE Serviceman Mode PROCEDURE Turn the printer ON in the Serviceman Mode.
Page 222: References
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.8 References This function allows you to view the following information (PDF files).  Control panel menus in the Normal Mode  Control panel menus in the Serviceman Mode  Wiring diagrams PROCEDURE Click [References] from the main menu.
Page 223: Charge Flag Status
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.9 Charge Flag Status Changes the following flag settings.  Initial ink charge flag  Ink Circulation Motor flag  Printing mode reset flag EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE Turn the printer ON. Start the Service Program and select [FLAG CHANGE &...
Page 224: Cr Related Adjustments
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.10 CR Related Adjustments 4.10.1 CR Belt Tension Adjustment REQUIRED TOOLS  Sonic tensimeter U-507  MASS: 000.9 g/m  WIDTH: 005.5 mm/R  SPAN: 0830 mm  Any tools to flip the belt STANDARD VALUE  16.0 ± 1 N EXECUTION MODE Figure 4-17.
Page 225 SC-F2000 Revision C Press [MEASURE] on the tensimeter and flip the belt with tweezers or a similar Loosen the three screws that secure the driven pulley holder. tool. 10. Turn the adjustment screw to adjust the belt tension.  ...
Page 226: Cr Scale Check
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.10.2 CR Scale Check EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE Turn the printer ON. Start the Service Program and select [CR Scale Check]. Click [RUN]. The CR Unit moves left and right several times, and then the CR Encoder starts to read the scale.
Page 227: Manual Uni-D Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.10.3 Manual Uni-D Adjustment REQUIRED TOOL  Media for adjustment  Size:  Type: Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250)  Manual vaporizer EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE "4.1.5 Set the media for adjustment referring to How to set the media for adjustment"...
Page 228 SC-F2000 Revision C Visually check the adjustment pattern. Select the pattern on which the white band is the least visible, then enter the result into the program. Click [INPUT] after entering the result. C H E C K An odd number can be input even the numbers printed on the scale P O I N T are only even numbers.
Page 229: Manual Bi-D Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.10.4 Manual Bi-D Adjustment REQUIRED TOOL  Media for adjustment  Size:  Type: Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250)  Manual vaporizer EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE "4.1.5 Set the media for adjustment referring to How to set the media for adjustment"...
Page 230 SC-F2000 Revision C Visually check the adjustment pattern. Select the pattern on which the white band is the least visible, then enter the result into the program. Click [INPUT] after entering the result. C H E C K An odd number can be input even the numbers printed on the scale P O I N T are only even numbers.
Page 231: 1St Dot Position Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.10.5 1st dot Position Adjustment REQUIRED TOOL  Media for adjustment  Size:  Type: Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250)  Manual vaporizer STANDARD VALUE  Top margin: 10.8 ± 1mm  1st dot position: 10.8 ± 1mm...
Page 232 SC-F2000 Revision C 1st dot position Top margin Figure 4-29. Adjustment pattern Enter the value measured in Step C H E C K Value numbers can be entered up to the first decimal place. P O I N T Click [INPUT], and go back to...
Page 233: Clamp Position Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.10.6 Clamp Position Adjustment Measure the distances of (4) to (5) shown in Figure 4-31, and adjust the clamp positions if the distances are not the same as those values given in the figure. REQUIRED TOOL  Scale PROCEDURE Open the printer cover.
Page 234: Head Related Checks And Adjustments
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.11 Head Related Checks and Adjustments C H E C K After the printer is recovered from the depressurized state, P O I N T perform CL3 a few times. 4.11.1 Tube Inner Pressure Reduction EXECUTION MODE...
Page 235: Head Id Input
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.11.2 Head ID Input  C H E C K For ID, alphabets, numbers, and symbols (*, +, -, %, $, :) are P O I N T used.  EXECUTION MODE The characters inside the red box shown below are the Head Rank ID.
Page 236 SC-F2000 Revision C Assemble the printer. Turn the printer ON. Start the Service Program and select [Head ID Input]. Enter the 45-digit ID into the edit boxes in the same way as indicated on the label. (Enter the digits continuously without pressing the Space, Enter, or Tab key.) Figure 4-34.
Page 237: Nozzle Check
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.11.3 Nozzle Check PAPER USED  Media for adjustment  Size:  Type: Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE "4.1.5 Set the media for adjustment referring to How to set the media for adjustment"...
Page 238: Cleaning
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.11.4 Cleaning EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE Turn the printer ON. Start the Service Program and select [Cleaning]. Select one of the cleaning levels and target nozzles, and click [Run]. Cleaning is executed. Figure 4-37. [Cleaning] Screen...
Page 239: Head Inclination Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.11.5 Head Inclination Adjustment REQUIRED TOOL  Media for adjustment  Size:  Type: Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250)  Manual vaporizer EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE "4.1.5 Set the media for adjustment referring to How to set the media for adjustment"...
Page 240 SC-F2000 Revision C Visually check the adjustment pattern and judge whether the adjustment is needed PROCEDURE or not. “ For the adjustment method, see PROCEDURE” (Page 240). Press the F11 key on the keyboard to release the CR lock. Move the CR Unit to the full side.
Page 241 SC-F2000 Revision C Adjust the head inclination by rotating the adjustment cam. See Figure 4-42 for the details of the rotational direction. After the adjustment, lightly shake the head itself vertically and horizontally to stabilize the head position. Adjustment cam...
Page 242 SC-F2000 Revision C  C H E C K See below for the rotational direction of the dial. P O I N T If the M line is above If the M line is below Paper feed the C line:...
Page 243: Head Slant Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.11.6 Head Slant Adjustment REQUIRED TOOL  Media for adjustment  Size:  Type: Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250)  Spray EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE "4.1.5 Set the media for adjustment referring to How to set the media for adjustment"...
Page 244 SC-F2000 Revision C A = B C = D A = B C = D Paper feed direction * It can be judged as OK if the width of the gaps (A-B and C-D) on the right and left differ.
Page 245 SC-F2000 Revision C Attach the CR Cover after the adjustment is completed. PROCEDURE Rear Front Rear Front Press the F11 key on the keyboard to release the CR lock. Move the CR Unit to the full side. (P. 103) Remove the CR Cover.
Page 246: Pg Check
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.11.7 PG Check/PG Adjustment  When moving the CR Unit manually, do not hold the CR Unit C A U T I O N directly, but pull the timing belt to move the CR Unit. REQUIRED TOOL ...
Page 247 SC-F2000 Revision C PROCEDURE (P. 103) Remove the CR Cover. Loosen the screws that secure the PG adjustment levers on both sides. Adjust the PG by moving the PG adjustment levers up or down. C H E C K Move the levers on both sides by the same amount when adjusting P O I N T the PG.
Page 248: Ink Supply Related Checks And Adjustments
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.12 Ink Supply Related Checks and Adjustments 4.12.1 Discharge EXECUTION MODE Serviceman Mode PROCEDURE C H E C K Time required for Discharge: about 35 minutes P O I N T Turn the printer ON in the Serviceman Mode.
Page 249: Tube Inner Cleaning
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.12.2 Tube Inner Cleaning THINGS TO PREPARE Cleaning Cartridge EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE C H E C K Time required for tube inner cleaning: about 35 minutes P O I N T Turn the printer ON.
Page 250: Initial Ink Charge
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.12.3 Initial Ink Charge EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE C H E C K Required time for the initial ink charge is about 20 minutes. P O I N T Turn the printer ON. Start the Service Program and select [Initial ink charge].
Page 251: Tf Adjustments
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.13 TF Adjustments 4.13.1 Pulley and TF Belt Position Adjustment TF belt EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode STANDARD VALUE 4 to 5 mm Measure this gap PROCEDURE Disassemble the printer until you can access the TF belt. Figure 4-52. TF belt position check Turn the printer ON.
Page 252 SC-F2000 Revision C Loosen the screw that secures the driven pulley. Rotate the adjustment screw to adjust the tilt of the driven pulley.  To make the gap wider: Rotate the adjustment screw counterclockwise.  To make the gap narrower: Rotate the adjustment screw clockwise.
Page 253: Tf Belt Tension Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.13.2 TF Belt Tension Adjustment Bring the microphone of the tensimeter close to the belt as shown in Figure 4-54. C H E C K The distance between the microphone and the belt surface should REQUIRED TOOLS P O I N T be 5 mm or less, but do not let it touch the belt.
Page 254 SC-F2000 Revision C Measure the belt tension three times and check if the average is within the standards.  Within the standards: Go back to Step 4 and check again, then the adjustment is completed. Screw  Out of the standards: Go to...
Page 255: Tf Timing Belt Tension Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.13.3 TF Timing Belt Tension Adjustment C H E C K The distance between the microphone and the belt surface should P O I N T be 5 mm or less, but do not let it touch the belt.
Page 256 SC-F2000 Revision C Loosen the two tension adjustment screws. 10. Move the lever to adjust the belt tension.  If larger than standard value: Turn the screw counterclockwise.  If smaller than standard value: Turn the screw clockwise. After adjusting the tension, tighten the screws loosened in...
Page 257: Obstacle Sensor Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.13.4 Obstacle Sensor Adjustment Home side Full side MEDIA SENSOR FRAME ASSY REQUIRED TOOL  Thickness Gauge (1.30/1.55/1.88)  Screws (M3x10) for the adjustment: x 2 (Used in Step EXECUTION MODE Screw Normal Mode Screw STANDARD VALUE ...
Page 258 SC-F2000 Revision C Set the height of the PLATEN to “P”, and secure it with the Fixing Lever. Adjustment screw Click [RUN]. The TABLE ASSY is moved inside the printer. Place the 1.55 thickness gauge in the middle of the home side of the PLATEN.
Page 259 SC-F2000 Revision C 22. Place the 1.30 gauge in the middle of the PLATEN. Thickness gauge Thickness gauge Figure 4-61. Set position of the thickness gauge on the full side 15. Confirm both Green LED and Orange LED of the sensor light.
Page 260 SC-F2000 Revision C C H E C K Reference P O I N T The lighting patterns of LEDs of the sensor and detected statuses are as follows. Detected status Obstacle on PLATEN Green Not detected (stable) No obstacles Not detected...
Page 261: Tf Position Detection Sensor Check
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.13.5 TF Position Detection Sensor Check EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE Turn the printer ON. Start the Service Program and select [TF position detection sensor Check]. Click [RUN] to move the Table Assy. Figure 4-64. Result (Rear TF Sensor)
Page 262: Tf Scale Check
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.13.6 TF Scale Check EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE Remove the following part in advance.  Left Cover Assy (P. 86) Turn the printer ON. Start the Service Program and select [TF Scale Check]. Click [RUN] to rotate the TF Scale.
Page 263: Tf Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.13.7 TF Adjustment REQUIRED TOOL  Media for adjustment  Size:  Type: Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) Figure 4-67. Adjustment Pattern  Manual vaporizer EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE Set the media for adjustment referring to "4.1.5 How to set the media for adjustment"...
Page 264: Tf Encoder Position Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.13.8 TF Encoder Position Adjustment If it is misaligned, loosen the screw and adjust the fixing plate to align the TF Encoder position. PROCEDURE After adjusting the position, tighten the screw loosened in Step Disassemble the printer until you can adjust the TF Encoder (TF ENCODER BOARD ASSY).
Page 265: Platen Parallelism Check
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.13.9 Platen Parallelism Check PROCEDURE Open the PRINTER COVER. REQUIRED TOOL Set the base. After the base is set, align the position of the base according to the Parallelism Adjustment Jig Unit following figure so that the frame of the main unit comes between the two positioning lines engraved on the base.
Page 266 SC-F2000 Revision C Set the gauge unit to the base. (No specific direction is specified for the gauge Set the gauge unit on the origin position adjuster. unit) Adjust the gauge panel to the front so that you can check the value easily.
Page 267 SC-F2000 Revision C 10. Remove the gauge unit from the origin position adjuster. C H E C K The value on the gauge changes after the gauge is removed from the P O I N T adjuster, the value should be changed from “0” is not a problem and does not affect the result.
Page 268: Parallelism Check & Adjustment For The Parallel Adjustment Plate
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.13.10 Parallelism Check & Adjustment for the Parallel PROCEDURE Adjustment Plate Open the PRINTER COVER. REQUIRED TOOL Set the base. After the base is set, align the position of the base according to the following figure so that the frame of the main unit comes between the two Parallelism Adjustment Jig Unit positioning lines engraved on the base.
Page 269 SC-F2000 Revision C Set the gauge unit to the base with the concave section on the gauge unit to the Set the gauge unit on the origin position adjuster. hole on the base. Adjust the gauge panel to the front so that you can check the value easily.
Page 270 SC-F2000 Revision C 10. Remove the gauge unit from the origin position adjuster. Measurement positions of (1) and (2) C H E C K The value on the gauge changes after the gauge is removed from the P O I N T adjuster, the value should be changed from “0”...
Page 271 SC-F2000 Revision C 14. Set the gauge unit to the base at the measurement position with the concave PROCEDURE section on the gauge unit to the hole on the base. Perform the adjustment one by one from the order of =>...
Page 272 SC-F2000 Revision C C H E C K Make sure to perform the adjustment by turning the adjustment P O I N T screw in the plus direction (clockwise). If you want to adjust it in the minus direction, once turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise (minus direction) a lot, then perform the adjustment in the plus direction (clockwise).
Page 273: Electrical Component Adjustments
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.14 Electrical Component Adjustments 4.14.1 NVRAM Data Backup/Restore EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode or Serviceman Mode PROCEDURE Start the printer in Normal Mode or Serviceman Mode. Start the Service Program and select [NVRAM data Backup / Restore]. Click [Read] to back up the NVRAM data from the printer.
Page 274: Mac Address Input
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.14.2 MAC Address Input Click [ping test] to confirm the communication is established. Turn the printer OFF. EXECUTION MODE Turn the printer ON in the Serviceman Mode. Turn the power ON while pressing [RIGHT] + [DOWN] + [OK].
Page 275: Serial Number & Usb Id Input
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.14.3 Serial Number & USB ID Input EXECUTION MODE Serviceman Mode PROCEDURE Turn the printer ON in the Serviceman Mode. Turn the power ON while pressing [RIGHT] + [DOWN] + [OK]. Start the Service Program and select [Serial Number &...
Page 276: Rtc Input
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.14.4 RTC Input EXECUTION MODE Serviceman Mode PROCEDURE Turn the printer ON in the Serviceman Mode. Turn the power ON while pressing [RIGHT] + [DOWN] + [OK]. Start the Service Program and select [RTC Input]. Check the [Date] and [Time], and correct them if necessary.
Page 277: Board Exchange Counter
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.14.5 Board Exchange Counter Resets the following counters  Main board exchange counter  Power supply board exchange counter EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode or Serviceman Mode PROCEDURE Turn the printer ON in the Normal Mode or Serviceman Mode.
Page 278: Usb Port And Network Communication Check
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.14.6 USB Port and Network Communication Check EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE TO CHECK THE USB CONNECTION STATUS Turn the printer ON. Start the Service Program and select [USB port and Network Communication Check]. Click [USB]. When the communication is available, the LCD flashes several times.
Page 279: Panel Setting Reset & Job History Reset
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.14.7 Panel Setting Reset & Job History Reset EXECUTION MODE Normal Mode PROCEDURE Turn the printer ON. On the control panel of the printer, select [Reset All Settings] and execute it. The settings with the Control Panel are reset to the default values.
Page 280: Panel Lcd Operation Check
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.14.8 Panel LCD Operation Check 4.14.9 Panel Buttons Operation Check EXECUTION MODE EXECUTION MODE Serviceman Mode Serviceman Mode PROCEDURE PROCEDURE Turn the printer ON in the Serviceman Mode. Turn the printer ON in the Serviceman Mode. Turn the power ON while pressing [RIGHT] + [DOWN] + [OK].
Page 281: Led Lighting Test
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.14.10 LED Lighting Test EXECUTION MODE Serviceman Mode PROCEDURE Turn the printer ON in the Serviceman Mode. Turn the power ON while pressing [RIGHT] + [DOWN] + [OK]. Confirm the Power Light lights. Select [SELF TESTING] → [Mecha Adjustment] → [Panel Check].
Page 282: Motor Measurement & Automatic Adjustment
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.14.11 Motor Measurement & Automatic Adjustment If an error message appears and the adjustment is not completed, C A U T I O N repeat the adjustment a few times. If the symptom persists, replace The measurement adjustment can be made for the following motors individually.
Page 283 SC-F2000 Revision C Figure 4-98. Confirmation Screen ADJUSTMENT Electrical Component Adjustments Confidential [Blue]: Button or menu name on the program screen / [Black]: Button or menu name on the operation panel of the printer...
Page 284: Value Reset
SC-F2000 Revision C 4.14.12 Value Reset Perform if the following happens and the correction value becomes abnormal after the motor is replaced.  A fatal error occurs when restarting the printer after Motor Measurement.  Motor Measurement & Automatic Adjustment has been carried out when the inside of the printer is contaminated with ink mist.
Page 285: Chapter 5 Maintenance
C H A P T E R MAINTENANCE Confidential...
Page 286: Overview
SC-F2000 Revision C 5.1 Overview  Ensure sufficient work space for servicing. C A U T I O N  Locate the printer on a stable and flat surface.  This chapter provides information on how to maintain the printer in its optimum When using compressed air products;...
Page 287: Storing The Printer
SC-F2000 Revision C 5.2 Storing the Printer When storing the printer, make sure to leave the ink cartridges installed and place it on a horizontal surface, and also inform the user on the following cautions.  When not using the printer for a long time ...
Page 288: Transportation
SC-F2000 Revision C 5.3 Transportation  Do not lift or carry the printer with one person because it is C A U T I O N very heavy. When the printer needs to be moved, make sure to lift or carry the printer with three or more people.
Page 289: Exchange Parts
SC-F2000 Revision C 5.4 Exchange Parts Exchange parts of this printer are as follows. Note *: See Chapter 2 “Troubleshooting” for details of maintenance call and service call. Table 5-1. Exchange Parts Life Exchange Timing (call) *1*2 Parts Counter Maintenance call...
Page 290: Cleaning
SC-F2000 Revision C 5.5 Cleaning HOW TO USE THE INK CLEANER Use the Ink cleaner only for cleaning the Cap. Using it to other C A U T I O N 5.5.1 Preliminary Check parts may damage the parts. PARTS TO BE CLEANED Table 5-2.
Page 291 SC-F2000 Revision C Rotate the small cleaning stick to wipe the dirt inside the Suction Cap. CLEANING THE SUCTION CAP Be careful not to drip the ink cleaner on the ANTI-DRYING CAP. C A U T I O N Move the CR UNIT to the Maintenance position (refer to User's Guide).
Page 292 SC-F2000 Revision C Wipe the outer part of the Suction Cap with the large cleaning stick. If the ink cleaner is attached on the ANTI-DRYING CAP, C A U T I O N immediately wipe it off clean with a new dry cleaning stick.
Page 293: Lubrication
SC-F2000 Revision C 5.6 Lubrication Lubrication Corresponding Part Name of Lubricant Lubrication Tool Reference This section describes necessary lubrication to maintain the functions and performance Part name: G-84 φ 2 mm injector Sintered bushing p.298 of this printer. Make sure to properly lubricate the parts/units specified in this section Part code: 1516265 as necessary when replacing or maintaining them.
Page 294 SC-F2000 Revision C [Lubrication 1] [Lubrication 2] Part Name LEFT FRONT COVER / RIGHT FRONT COVER Part Name CR Slider Lubricants (Part Code) G-26 (1080614) Lubricants (Part Code) G-84 (1516265) φ 2mm × 8mm × 8 points φ 2 mm × 6 mm...
Page 295 SC-F2000 Revision C [Lubrication 3] [Lubrication 4] Part Name OIL PAD HOLDER (Left/Right) Part Name CR Main Shaft 1. G-84 (1516265) Lubricants (Part Code) G-84 (1516265) Lubricants (Part Code) 2. O-17 (1521154) φ 2 mm × 8 mm × 5 points Amount 1.
Page 296 SC-F2000 Revision C [Lubrication 5] [Lubrication 6] Part Name Sub Shaft Guide Plate Part Name Driven Pulley Lubricants (Part Code) G-84 (1516265) Lubricants (Part Code) G-71 (1480655) φ 2mm × 4 mm × 6 points φ 2 mm × 3 mm...
Page 297 SC-F2000 Revision C [Lubrication 7] [Lubrication 8] Part Name Driven Pulley Holder Part Name TF Shaft Lubricants (Part Code) G-71 (1480655) Lubricants (Part Code) G-84 (1516265) φ 2 mm × 2 mm × 2 points φ 2 mm × 8 mm × 8 points...
Page 298 SC-F2000 Revision C [Lubrication 9] [Lubrication 10] Part Name Sintered bushing Part Name Right TF Shaft Frame Assy Lubricants (Part Code) G-84 (1516265) Lubricants (Part Code) G-26 (1080614) 1.5 cc ± 0.1 cc × 4 parts φ 2 mm Amount Amount φ...
Page 299 SC-F2000 Revision C [Lubrication 11] [Lubrication 12] Part Name PG Change Lever Part Name PG Assy Flange Lubricants (Part Code) G-26 (1080614) Lubricants (Part Code) G-26 (1080614) 1. φ 2 mm × 5 mm × 3 points φ 2 mm × 2 mm × 3 points...
Page 300: Chapter 6 Appendix
C H A P T E R APPENDIX Confidential...
Page 301: Block Wiring Diagram
SC-F2000 Revision C 6.1 Block Wiring Diagram SC-F2000 series APPENDIX Block Wiring Diagram Confidential...
Page 302: Connection Diagram
SC-F2000 Revision C 6.2 Connection Diagram 6.2.2 Left Ink Cartridge Holder 6.2.1 Sensors （3）（2） SUB-B BOARD （1）（3） MAIN BOARD （4） SUB-B BOARD （2） PRINTER COVER OPEN SENSOR （5） LEFT IC COVER SENSOR LEFT INK HOLDER ASSY （5）（4）...
Page 303: Right Ink Cartridge Holder
SC-F2000 Revision C 6.2.3 Right Ink Cartridge Holder 6.2.4 Circulation Pump SUB-B BOARD MAIN BOARD （1）（2）（2）（1）（3）（3） POWER SUPPLY （5） BOARD （5）（4）（4） SUB-B BOARD CIRCULATION RIGHT INK PUMP ASSY HOLDER ASSY Cable No. Connection Cable No.
Page 304: Pump Cap Unit / Cloth Wiper Unit
SC-F2000 Revision C 6.2.5 Pump Cap Unit / Cloth Wiper Unit Cable No. Connection Cable (2) / Cable (4) / Cable (7) SUB-B BOARD (CN7) PUMP CAP ASSY Cable (3) / Cable (6) SUB-B BOARD (CN5) （2） Cable (1) / Cable (5) SUB-B BOARD (CN3) （3）...
Page 305: Fan
SC-F2000 Revision C 6.2.6 Fan 6.2.7 CR Unit （1）（2） SUB-B BOARD BOARD BOX （1） FAN 2 MAIN BOARD CR MOTOR ASSY DUCT FAN ASSY SUB-B BOARD CR ENCODER （3） SENSOR （2） CR SUB BOARD CR UNIT BOARD BOX (PRINT HEAD) FAN 1 Cable No.
Page 306: Tf Mechanism
SC-F2000 Revision C 6.2.8 TF mechanism MEDIA SENSOR FRAME ASSY （2） FRONT TF SUB-B BOARD （3）（1） SENSOR （4）（8） REAR TF （5）（6）（7） SENSOR TF ENCODER TF MOTOR BOARD ASSY ASSY Cable No. Connection FRONT TF SENSOR Relay cable (No.16) MEDIA SENSOR FRAME ASSY Relay cable (No.5)
Page 307: Panel Menu Map
SC-F2000 Revision C 6.3 Panel Menu Map This section provides the map of executable menus on the Control Panel. APPENDIX Panel Menu Map Confidential...
Page 308 Select Print File USB File List User Menu Map x to xxx pages Select Print File Head Move Direction : High-speed color mode is not supported. Delete Print File Head Move Direction Auto Uni-Directional Maintenance Nozzle Check Nozzle Check Print Cleaning Tube Washing Head Cleaning Set...
Page 309 Serviceman Mode Menu Map CR Un Cap Mecha Adjustment [Enter] Un Cap CR Un Cap LCD RGB Check Panel Check LCD RGB Check Sensor Check SELF TESTING SELF TESTING Green Mecha Adjustment Blue Life Panel Check ボタン名を表示する Sensor Check Life H to F Speed H to F Speed 300 CPS...
Page 310: Part Names Used In This Manual
SC-F2000 Revision C 6.4 Part names used in this manual Table 6-1. Conversion Table Ref. Part name used in this manual ASP part name (Ch3 To make it easier to locate the target part from its part name, this manual uses the part sec.No.)
Page 311 SC-F2000 Revision C Table 6-1. Conversion Table Ref. Part name used in this manual ASP part name (Ch3 sec.No.) HEAVY DUTY CLAMPING CLAMP LEVER 3.4.6.1 HANDLE,490928 TRAY ADJUST FRAME FRAME ADJUST TRAY 3.4.6.2 ASSY Assy,ASP PG SWITCH LEVER ASSY LEVER,PG,CHANGE 3.4.6.3...
Page 312: Exploded Diagram/Parts List
SC-F2000 Revision C 6.5 Exploded Diagram/Parts List For the exploded diagrams and parts list, refer to Service Parts Information. APPENDIX Exploded Diagram/Parts List Confidential...

Epson SC-F2000 Service Manual

Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Chapter 4 ADJUSTMENT

Chapter 5 MAINTENANCE

Chapter 6 APPENDIX

Quick Links

Related Manuals for Epson SC-F2000

Summary of Contents for Epson SC-F2000

Table of Contents