How To Remove Print Head From 3880?

[@hn3748]

You have to remove the lower back panel first before taking off the sides! The side panels don't just "pop out" without breaking some of the plastic clamps that hold it in place unless you do that first. Same goes with gently removing the ribbon out of the computer board - you might want to mention doing that before you "carefully rip this part right off" (LOL)! Great video, but you should clarify that this is how you remove and salvage the print head from a BROKEN 3880 (that you don't need to reassemble)...

[@deirdreholcombe8738]

are you talking about the lower panel at bottom on back? the black one?

[@elohimembroidery]

@@deirdreholcombe8738 the entire process. He is going at this disassembly as if there is going to be no re-assembly. I would suggest watching this video as well as others to get an overall guide of your own on how to remove the printhead.

[@stephen-wahl]

gee now someone tells me lol. Yeah I thought this video was a parody or something...the way he pulled out parts while saying remove gently and pulling roughly made me assume he just wanted the print head to sell, not to put the printer back together again. Even pulling the side panels gently and working them to take off, I still broke all those stupid plastic tabs, so yes some actual instruction on how to do this safely would HAVE HELPED!

[@andriaernst2864]

This is a really old post as are the comments, so I'd like to add: First, before you do this, HAVE GREAT LIGHTING, a LONG THIN magnetized phillips screw driver is best - wear gloves, have plastic wrap and paper towels close by - this will help with the mess. Oh, and some scotch tape*. Next: REALIZE THAT HE IS NOT PLANNING TO REASSEMBLE THIS PRINTER!!! MOVE SLOWLY, MINDFULLY, AND SO YOU DON'T BREAK YOUR TABS (Not the end of the world but it feels like it when it happens)! Next , this is probably the easiest to follow video you will find (If not the ONLY one that takes you this in-depth). He does fail to mention a few screws, just be mindful, but you can stop, rewind and even run in reverse for reassembly to help. During disassembly, I STRONGLY recommend scotch-taping the screws (where able) right beside the hole they go into - it's not the end of the world if you mix them up, but it is a headache and can save a LOT of time and frustration! About the screws, just remember, very fine-threaded screws generally plastic or metal, to metal and the others attach plastic to plastic. Protect your electronic components! When disconnecting the ribbon/flex cables use caution - they may feel stuck - pull firmly - remember, these printers are old - unless you know for a fact that the ribbon/flex cables a new, you may very well tear the little blue plastic piece that allows you to plug the cable back in, you can glue it back on, but you don't want to disrupt the electrical current. You WILL find a few videos on KZbin that show you how to splice this flex ribbon, but unless you have the dexterity of a surgeon, I'd say it will be quite hard (and you'll still need the plastic guide to plug it back in!!) and do you REALLY want to COMPLETELY disassemble this thing to replace the entire cable? Beyond this, just follow the video and have fun. After you've done it about 20 times, you won't need the video any longer! LOL

[@bigmac3486]

Excellent video. I used this video to replace the print damper in my 3880. Prints like new.

[@jasongaretthatcher]

A reassembly video would be so welcome. I have a piece that I cannot figure how to put back. I believe its from the screw removed at 4:50. But i cannot figure it’s orientation. Or its reason for being.

[@utubeagainalready]

I'm with the few that would like to see a "putting it back together" video!

[@Leptospirosi]

So this is how you butcher an Epson Stylus pro 3800 because it failed you one time too far?

[@DimensionMachine]

Clearly based on how you unceremoniously ripped out the delicate ribbon cables leading to the print head you have no intention of ever putting that poor girl back together???

[@mokhursh]

Can't you tell by the accent ! Dude, that's how things are done in the part of the world the video was produced. Epson engineers must be turning in their graves or where ever they are !

[@soluzaroi]

Superb removal. I will do this x4 tomorrow! Great video.

[@FirstWorlder]

I'm hoping to hire this guy to do my next brain surgery.

[@oziermuhammad2488]

Hello Jack: I don't know if you're still out there. If you are, I have this query for you. Your video on removing the printhead of the Epson 3800 and 3880 is awesom. I have a question? I am in the process of re-assembling my 3880 after using your method to disassemble the printer to clean the printhead. What I want to know is; do I need to make a "Space Making Jig," to make sure all lines are in alignment in the printhead and IC cable as I reassemble? Thanks for your indulging me on this question. OM

[@sergio67p]

buongiorno, problem epson 3880 pk contaminates yellow, what to do, thanks

[@evgeniyzhigulin7869]

Nice, ty. Please add "Epson Stylus Pro" to the title for better index. It wasn't easy to find tutorial.

[@johnhambly698]

CAN YOU TELL ME IS THIS PROCESS THE SAME AS FOR THE EPSON STYLUS PRO3800

[@dkassir7488]

did u find out the answer to this 3800 question?, thX!

[@deirdreholcombe8738]

It is

[@emmettturner9452]

1:27 "Pops right out" Uhh, doesn't look like it. Looks like you had to force it, breaking snaps and sending them flying! Same thing happened with the right panel for me, but just thought that was funny. ;) 4:23 "...and that's it." Not really: Your wires are still routed through posts and lifting the cover like you do at 5:19 would cause issues. Anyway, thanks for the video! It helped me replace my black ink switch.

[@harrisjsklar3800]

I removed the print according your excellent instructions, cleaned it, and am in the process of reassembling it. In the process I found a spring i do not know where it goes. Can you help me if I send you a photo of it? If you would send me an email address I can send you a photo of it.

[@jorgemtrevino]

Probably the one that pushes the pump cover. Do you have the service manual? OTOH, how did you clean the head? Mine is not responding to the windex towel overnight soaking.

[@neil6765]

no hammer needed?

[@jeffreyallen3461]

2011... wow that's old ink!

[@elohimembroidery]

The way in which you at these parts has me cringing. It is fine is you are salvaging for parts off of a printer that is deems a "part out" printer but the average user is going to destroy their printer going at it with the same force & carelessness that you are showing.

[@PACUPHETAMINE]

"now carefully remove it" *breaks it off*

[@antonioperuano4811]

gracias

[@evanleebodies]

After watching this......I'm just gonna buy a new printer. Anybody want a little used Pro 3800?

[@AmbitionCrafting]

Do toy still have it