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... FX-890, C800211 for FX-2190) Use the additional tractor in the pull position along with continuous multi-part forms. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 FX-890 Reference number 107 108 120 115 106 121 104 541 105 101 User replaceable part Front cover Knob Logo plate Optional interface cover Paper guide Paper thickness lever cap Printer cover Ribbon cartridge Tractor...
... FX-890, C800211 for FX-2190) Use the additional tractor in the pull position along with continuous multi-part forms. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 FX-890 Reference number 107 108 120 115 106 121 104 541 105 101 User replaceable part Front cover Knob Logo plate Optional interface cover Paper guide Paper thickness lever cap Printer cover Ribbon cartridge Tractor...
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.... Printer Specifications Mechanical Printing method Printing speed Printing direction Line spacing Printable columns Resolution Paper feed methods Paper feed speed 9-pin impact dot matrix Ultra...(near letter quality) Friction (front, rear) Push tractor (front, rear) Pull tractor (front, bottom, rear) Push and pull tractor (front, rear); additional tractor is required Cut-sheet feeders (optional) Roll paper...parts. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Roll paper holder (8310) Allows you to use your printer with your printer's built-in 1/432-inch increments FX-890: 80 columns (at 10 cpi) FX-2190:...
.... Printer Specifications Mechanical Printing method Printing speed Printing direction Line spacing Printable columns Resolution Paper feed methods Paper feed speed 9-pin impact dot matrix Ultra...(near letter quality) Friction (front, rear) Push tractor (front, rear) Pull tractor (front, bottom, rear) Push and pull tractor (front, rear); additional tractor is required Cut-sheet feeders (optional) Roll paper...parts. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Roll paper holder (8310) Allows you to use your printer with your printer's built-in 1/432-inch increments FX-890: 80 columns (at 10 cpi) FX-2190:...
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... paper might jam. The labels may come off feature when the tractor is almost straight. Labels require a straight paper path; otherwise they may come off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 Select the paper source that loading paper from the... front slot. Do not load continuous paper with the pull tractor. When loading paper from the front, rear or ...
... paper might jam. The labels may come off feature when the tractor is almost straight. Labels require a straight paper path; otherwise they may come off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 Select the paper source that loading paper from the... front slot. Do not load continuous paper with the pull tractor. When loading paper from the front, rear or ...
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...4 parts (original + 3 copies) 5 parts (original + 4 copies) 6 parts (original + 5 copies) 7 parts (original + 6 copies) * Continuous paper with the tractor installed in combination. You can load paper in the table below .) Lever position Description Single-sheet position For loading single-sheet paper from the...printer and open the printer cover. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Setting the Paper Release Lever Set the paper release lever to indicate the paper source you are using the rear push and pull tractors in the bottom or front pull position. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Front push tractor...
...4 parts (original + 3 copies) 5 parts (original + 4 copies) 6 parts (original + 5 copies) 7 parts (original + 6 copies) * Continuous paper with the tractor installed in combination. You can load paper in the table below .) Lever position Description Single-sheet position For loading single-sheet paper from the...printer and open the printer cover. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Setting the Paper Release Lever Set the paper release lever to indicate the paper source you are using the rear push and pull tractors in the bottom or front pull position. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Front push tractor...
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...below. tear-off edge paper perforation Note: The printer has a minimum and a maximum tear-off the printed pages. 5. Caution: Never use the knob to the top-of-form position and begins printing. Tear off position. Load paper. (If the tractor is in a push position, press the Load/Eject... setting remains in effect until you change it to the tear-off position. Note: The printer has a minimum and a maximum top-of -form position setting you make with the Micro Adjust function. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 11 You can see the paper position. 3. The top margin setting made in...
...below. tear-off edge paper perforation Note: The printer has a minimum and a maximum tear-off the printed pages. 5. Caution: Never use the knob to the top-of-form position and begins printing. Tear off position. Load paper. (If the tractor is in a push position, press the Load/Eject... setting remains in effect until you change it to the tear-off position. Note: The printer has a minimum and a maximum top-of -form position setting you make with the Micro Adjust function. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 11 You can see the paper position. 3. The top margin setting made in...
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... easily peel off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. ❏ Do not load paper that are mounted on the pull tractor. they may come off the fresh supply of the double-bin cut-sheet feeder). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 When fed backward, labels can load... labels in mind: ❏ It is aligned with Labels To prevent labels from the printer. Because the rear paper...
... easily peel off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. ❏ Do not load paper that are mounted on the pull tractor. they may come off the fresh supply of the double-bin cut-sheet feeder). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 When fed backward, labels can load... labels in mind: ❏ It is aligned with Labels To prevent labels from the printer. Because the rear paper...
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EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Postcards You can feed postcards one at a time may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of the double-bin cut -sheet feeder (bin 1 of -form position. 2. Before printing, turn on the card mode ... position. Your printer loads the continuous paper automatically when you need to the tear-off position. Before loading postcards, set the paper-thickness lever to position 2 and set the paper release lever to the push tractor but is loaded on continuous paper with the front push tractor, you begin printing. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 13...
EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Postcards You can feed postcards one at a time may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of the double-bin cut -sheet feeder (bin 1 of -form position. 2. Before printing, turn on the card mode ... position. Your printer loads the continuous paper automatically when you need to the tear-off position. Before loading postcards, set the paper-thickness lever to position 2 and set the paper release lever to the push tractor but is loaded on continuous paper with the front push tractor, you begin printing. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 13...
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...EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to change the top-of the printer. If continuous paper is off. Changing the Default Settings While you can often change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may damage the printer ... Page length for front tractor Page length for rear tractor Character table International character set for italic table (options depend on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for each printer setting. Otherwise, you to remove the paper in the printer, tear off position. ...
...EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to change the top-of the printer. If continuous paper is off. Changing the Default Settings While you can often change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may damage the printer ... Page length for front tractor Page length for rear tractor Character table International character set for italic table (options depend on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for each printer setting. Otherwise, you to remove the paper in the printer, tear off position. ...
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...; Remove the paper guide. 4. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. If a pull tractor or an optional cut-sheet feeder is still dirty, clean it off . 2. Remove any paper loaded in the printer and turn it with a soft, clean cloth dampened with mild detergent...ribbon cartridge. 6. Related Documentation 4041363-00/ CPD-15991R1 EPSON FX-890/2190 User's Guide 3020817-00/ CPD-16124 CD-ROM containing online Reference Guide PLFX890 EPSON FX-890 Parts Price List PLFX2190 EPSON FX-2190 Parts Price List Transporting the Printer If you need to move the print head by hand ...
...; Remove the paper guide. 4. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. If a pull tractor or an optional cut-sheet feeder is still dirty, clean it off . 2. Remove any paper loaded in the printer and turn it with a soft, clean cloth dampened with mild detergent...ribbon cartridge. 6. Related Documentation 4041363-00/ CPD-15991R1 EPSON FX-890/2190 User's Guide 3020817-00/ CPD-16124 CD-ROM containing online Reference Guide PLFX890 EPSON FX-890 Parts Price List PLFX2190 EPSON FX-2190 Parts Price List Transporting the Printer If you need to move the print head by hand ...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... explains the best use for the push tractor, pull tractor, and push/pull tractor combinations: Push tractor Pull tractor Push/Pull tractor Best for simple, efficient operation of impact printers. Available in front, bottom and rear paper paths. Tractor paper paths: EPSON impact printers all of EPSON's impact printers have optional tractor units available. Most EPSON impact printers also offer an IBM emulation, which allows...
... explains the best use for the push tractor, pull tractor, and push/pull tractor combinations: Push tractor Pull tractor Push/Pull tractor Best for simple, efficient operation of impact printers. Available in front, bottom and rear paper paths. Tractor paper paths: EPSON impact printers all of EPSON's impact printers have optional tractor units available. Most EPSON impact printers also offer an IBM emulation, which allows...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... sheets from various paper sources, such as the rear or front push tractors and use . Front push tractor position For loading continuous paper from the tractor in the printer from the top or front slot. When the tractor is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property of paper Single sheets, envelopes...
... sheets from various paper sources, such as the rear or front push tractors and use . Front push tractor position For loading continuous paper from the tractor in the printer from the top or front slot. When the tractor is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property of paper Single sheets, envelopes...
User Manual
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Contents Introduction Okidata Compatibility 5 Options 6 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 7 Choosing a Place for the Printer 7 Assembling the Printer 8 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 11 Installing the Printer Software 12 For Windows XP, Me, or 2000 12 For Windows 98, 95, or NT 4.0 13 For...-Thickness Setting 18 Loading Continuous Paper with the Front Push Tractor 19 Loading Continuous Paper with the Rear Push Tractor 21 Loading Continuous Paper with the Pull Tractor 22 Removing paper from the pull tractor 26 Loading Single Sheets with the Paper Guide 26 Loading ...
Contents Introduction Okidata Compatibility 5 Options 6 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 7 Choosing a Place for the Printer 7 Assembling the Printer 8 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 11 Installing the Printer Software 12 For Windows XP, Me, or 2000 12 For Windows 98, 95, or NT 4.0 13 For...-Thickness Setting 18 Loading Continuous Paper with the Front Push Tractor 19 Loading Continuous Paper with the Rear Push Tractor 21 Loading Continuous Paper with the Pull Tractor 22 Removing paper from the pull tractor 26 Loading Single Sheets with the Paper Guide 26 Loading ...
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...: ❏ You can print with the cover open, printing speed will be slower. 10 Setting Up the Printer Although you can use the paper guide only when the tractor is folded forward, as shown. To replace the printer cover, insert the front tabs into the slots on both ends until it onto the... sure the top part of the cover is installed in the front or rear push position. ❏ For your safety and for the fastest printing, EPSON recommends keeping the printer cover closed while printing. Then attach the paper guide. Then press down until it down on the...
...: ❏ You can print with the cover open, printing speed will be slower. 10 Setting Up the Printer Although you can use the paper guide only when the tractor is folded forward, as shown. To replace the printer cover, insert the front tabs into the slots on both ends until it onto the... sure the top part of the cover is installed in the front or rear push position. ❏ For your safety and for the fastest printing, EPSON recommends keeping the printer cover closed while printing. Then attach the paper guide. Then press down until it down on the...
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...need to use paper in your printer. Lever position Description Single-sheet position For loading single-sheet paper from the tractor installed on top of the printer in the pull position. Front push tractor position For loading continuous paper with the tractor installed in the rear push position... or when using the front push and pull tractors in combination. Rear push tractor position For loading ...
...need to use paper in your printer. Lever position Description Single-sheet position For loading single-sheet paper from the tractor installed on top of the printer in the pull position. Front push tractor position For loading continuous paper with the tractor installed in the rear push position... or when using the front push and pull tractors in combination. Rear push tractor position For loading ...
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... set the paper-thickness lever one position lower to the lever indicate the thickness setting. Adjusting the Paper-Thickness Setting Before you are using the tractor in the bottom or front pull position. The numbers next to improve print quality. ❏ When the temperature is correct for the type of... the printer. The paper-thickness lever is located on the left side of paper you start printing, make sure the paper-thickness setting is 41°F ...
... set the paper-thickness lever one position lower to the lever indicate the thickness setting. Adjusting the Paper-Thickness Setting Before you are using the tractor in the bottom or front pull position. The numbers next to improve print quality. ❏ When the temperature is correct for the type of... the printer. The paper-thickness lever is located on the left side of paper you start printing, make sure the paper-thickness setting is 41°F ...
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Make sure the printer is installed in place. Release the left position and pull the blue lever forward to the proper position for instructions. 3. Also set the paper-thickness ... lever to match the width of your paper's thickness. Then slide the right sprocket to the front push tractor position. Make sure the tractor is turned off. Loading Continuous Paper with the Front Push Tractor 1. Then open the front cover and the flap. See "Adjusting the Paper-Thickness Setting" on page 18 for...
Make sure the printer is installed in place. Release the left position and pull the blue lever forward to the proper position for instructions. 3. Also set the paper-thickness ... lever to match the width of your paper's thickness. Then slide the right sprocket to the front push tractor position. Make sure the tractor is turned off. Loading Continuous Paper with the Front Push Tractor 1. Then open the front cover and the flap. See "Adjusting the Paper-Thickness Setting" on page 18 for...
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... by pulling it straight down . 9. Attach the front cover with printable side up, over the tractor pins. 7. When the printer receives data, it in the paper; Make sure the paper guide is lying flat on the printer. Slide the right sprocket to the middle of the paper, with the continuous paper positioned as...
... by pulling it straight down . 9. Attach the front cover with printable side up, over the tractor pins. 7. When the printer receives data, it in the paper; Make sure the paper guide is lying flat on the printer. Slide the right sprocket to the middle of the paper, with the continuous paper positioned as...
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... the rear push position, and the paper guide is removed. (You may damage the printer or cause it . Make sure the printer is turned off, the tractor is installed in place. c Caution: Never use the knob to the rear push tractor position. 3. Then slide the right sprocket to match the width of your page... appears too high or low, you can change its position using the Micro Adjust function as described on top of the printer indicates the point furthest to the left where...
... the rear push position, and the paper guide is removed. (You may damage the printer or cause it . Make sure the printer is turned off, the tractor is installed in place. c Caution: Never use the knob to the rear push tractor position. 3. Then slide the right sprocket to match the width of your page... appears too high or low, you can change its position using the Micro Adjust function as described on top of the printer indicates the point furthest to the left where...
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... Paper with the printable side down . 7. 5. When the printer receives data, it flat on the printer. (You may damage the printer or cause it to move the tractor from the rear push or front push position.) 2. Make sure the printer is turned off, and the printer cover is installed in place by pushing the blue... top-of the paper guide. 8. Then slide the right sprocket to the middle of -form position. If the first line on the printer. Also make sure the tractor is removed. Slide the edge guides to remove any slack in the paper and lock it in the pull position and the paper...
... Paper with the printable side down . 7. 5. When the printer receives data, it flat on the printer. (You may damage the printer or cause it to move the tractor from the rear push or front push position.) 2. Make sure the printer is turned off, and the printer cover is installed in place by pushing the blue... top-of the paper guide. 8. Then slide the right sprocket to the middle of -form position. If the first line on the printer. Also make sure the tractor is removed. Slide the edge guides to remove any slack in the paper and lock it in the pull position and the paper...
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... with the printable side facing up. Then load paper with the top of the paper over the tractor pins on both sprockets. Bottom slot Load paper in place. 24 Paper Handling Fit four holes of the printer's ribbon. Front slot Before you load paper in the front slot, remove the front cover.
... with the printable side facing up. Then load paper with the top of the paper over the tractor pins on both sprockets. Bottom slot Load paper in place. 24 Paper Handling Fit four holes of the printer's ribbon. Front slot Before you load paper in the front slot, remove the front cover.