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HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement

Introduction

The scanner head is necessary for copying and faxing. Follow the guide to replace this crucial part.

What you need

  1. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement, LCD Display: step 1, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement, LCD Display: step 1, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement, LCD Display: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • There is a hidden screw underneath the model sticker on the front panel.

    • Peel the model sticker off the cover.

    • This will expose the T10 screw securing the panel.

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    • Remove the single 12mm-T10 screw securing the front panel to the printer body.

    • Loosen the panel cover from the printer body.

    • There is a ribbon cable connected to the backside of the cover. Disconnect the cable before separating the panel completely.

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    • Gently remove the No-Fuss ribbon cable from the front panel.

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    • Remove the seven 8mm screws using the Torx T6 screwdriver.

    • Remove the motherboard from the front-panel housing.

    • The LCD display is on the opposite side.

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    • Lift the hood of the printer.

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    • Remove the two T10 11mm screws.

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    • Remove the panels covering the power brick and cord.

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    • Remove the cord from the power supply.

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    • Slide the power supply out from the chassis.

    • The power supply is still attached; don't pull too quickly.

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    • Remove final cable from power supply.

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  12. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement, Scanner Head: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Remove eight T10 1mm screws from the top hood of the printer.

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    • Use the nylon spudger to pry the tab.

    • Lift up the entire panel.

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    • Lift and flip the entire panel.

    • Be aware of the scanner head attached to the panel.

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    • Start with the scanner head in place.

    • Unwind the ribbon from the track.

    • Detach ribbon completely.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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