HP (Hewlett-Packard) 5000 User Manual
Functional Overview
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HP DesignJet 5000 Series Printers Service Manual
Paper Axis
The Paper Axis determines the motion of the media through the
printer. Its main parts are:
printer. Its main parts are:
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Paper-Axis Motor - provides traction to the Overdrive.
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Center Platen and Overdrive - controls the printing path and
expansion of the media.
expansion of the media.
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Pinch-wheels and Lever - “captures” the media and provides
added friction.
added friction.
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Center Guide and Entry Roller - feeds media through the paper
path.
path.
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Vacuum Fans - provides the required vacuum to maintain the
media flat over the Center Platen.
media flat over the Center Platen.
The diagram below illustrates the air flow created by the Vacuum
Fans.
Fans.