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How to change the cap on the Prestige L2 & XL2 | DTF Station

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  • Updated 2026-04-20

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How to Replace the Capping Station Cap — Prestige L2 & XL2

  1. 0:00Overview & Required Tools
  2. 0:08Step 1 – Power Down and Access the Carriage
  3. 0:22Step 2 – Remove the Old Capping Station Cap
  4. 0:46Step 3 – Install the New Cap
  5. 1:22Step 4 – Verification
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Overview & Required Tools

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TOOLS NEEDED

  • Magnetic screwdriver
  • Replacement capping station cap

Step 1 – Power Down and Access the Carriage

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  1. Turn the printer completely OFF.
  2. Open the printer cover and front panel.
  3. Locate the carriage release knob.
  4. Loosen the knob to disengage the printer carriage.
  5. Manually move the carriage toward the center of the printer.

Step 2 – Remove the Old Capping Station Cap

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  1. With the capping station fully exposed, locate the mounting screws on the cap.
  2. Use a magnetic screwdriver to remove the screws.
  3. Carefully pull the cap straight upward.
  4. Disconnect the ink tubes attached to the cap.

Step 3 – Install the New Cap

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  1. Take the new capping station cap.
  2. Reconnect the ink tubes firmly to the new cap.
  3. Place the cap back into the capping station housing.
  4. Ensure the cap sits completely flush in its slot.
  5. Reinstall and tighten the mounting screws.

Step 4 – Verification

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  1. Turn the printer back ON.
  2. Perform a nozzle check from the control panel. RESULT CHECK
  • If the nozzle check shows perfect nozzles:
  • The new capping station cap has been installed successfully.
  • If issues persist:
  • Recheck tube connections and cap seating.

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