4 Replacing the fusing unit

CAUTION
  1. The temperature gets high in the vicinity of the fusing unit. You may get burned when you come into contact with the area.
  • Before replacement operations, make sure that more than 20 minutes have elapsed since the main power switch was turned off.

(Video: Disassembly the fusing unit)

  1. Open the right door.
  2. Remove two screws [1], and remove the connector protective cover [2].
  3. NOTE
    • When installing the connector protective cover, make sure that the primary wire is not nipped by the connector protective cover.
  5. Disconnect two connectors [1] and remove the harness from the wire saddle [2].
  6. Disconnect the connector [3].
  7. NOTE
    • When removing the connector [3], press the claw to release the lock, then remove it.
  9. Remove two screws [1], and remove the fusing unit [2].
  10. NOTE
    • When removing the fusing unit, hold the parts [3] shown in the illustration. Make sure to hold it firmly so that it would not fall due to its weight.
    • When installing the fusing unit, make sure that the set pin [4] is inserted in the fusing unit.
  12. To reinstall, reverse the order of removal.
  13. Carry out the [Service Mode] -> [Counter] -> [Life] -> [New Release].