Epson LQ-2180 User Manual

9Make sure the print head is not hot; if it is, let it cool for a few minutes before touching it. Then slide the print head to the ribbon installation

10Replacing the Ribbon CartridgeRemove the separator from the new ribbon cartridge and discard it. Then turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the directi

11Gently press down the cartridge until both ends click into place.Lift the cartridge’s ribbon guide (➀) and insert it firmly over the metal pins behi

12Replacing the Ribbon CartridgeSlide the print head from side to side to make sure it moves smoothly.Replace the printer cover and close the paper gu

13When printing becomes faint, you need to replace the ribbon cartridge. Genuine EPSON ribbon cartridges are designed and manufactured to work properl

14Clearing Paper JamsPress the Operate button to turn off the printer.If an ejected single sheet of paper is stuck on the paper guide, remove it.Remov

15Turn the knob on the right side of the printer away from you to eject the paper in the printer. Remove any remaining pieces of paper. cCaution:Turn

If Your Printer Stops Printing Unexpectedly... Check the printer’s control panel lights and follow the appropriate instructions below. For more inform

®24-Pin Dot Matrix PrinterQuick Reference GuideContentsLoading Continuous Paper Onto the Front Push Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2Loading Continuous Paper Onto the Front Push TractorOpen the front paper guide by pulling the tab at the center of it, and then remove the guide by g

3Attach the front paper guide by inserting it into the slots in the printer as shown.Close the front paper guide, and make sure the paper release leve

4Loading Continuous Paper Onto the Rear Push TractorOpen the paper guide cover and remove the paper guide.Open both sprocket covers, and fit the first

5Attach the paper guide. Close the paper guide cover, and make sure the paper release lever is set to the rear push tractor position.Note:Always close

6Removing the Printed Document From the Push TractorMake sure the Tear Off/Bin lights are flashing. (You may need to press the Tear Off/Bin button.) W

7Make sure that the printer finishes printing. You may need to press the Pause button to stop printing. (When the printer is paused, the Pause light i

8Replacing the Ribbon CartridgePress the Operate button to turn off the printer. The printer is off when the surface of the Operate button is even wit