Epson LQ-590II Service Manual
User’s Guide
NPD5799-00 EN
LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User’s Guide
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Contents
About This Manual
Where to Find Information ............................................................... 8
Descriptions Used in this Manual.......................................................... 8
Operating System Versions............................................................... 8
Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions...................................................................... 10
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes....................................................... 10
Hot Parts Caution Symbol........................................................... 10
Important Safety Instructions........................................................ 10
For users in Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan............................................ 13
For United Kingdom users. . . . . ...................................................... 14
For Singapore users................................................................ 15
For German users.................................................................. 15
For Turkish users.................................................................. 15
Chapter 1 Paper Handling
Selecting a Paper Source................................................................. 16
Printing on continuous paper........................................................ 16
Printing on single sheets (cut-sheet)................................................... 18
Setting the Paper Release Lever........................................................... 19
Adjusting the Paper Thickness Lever...................................................... 19
Loading Continuous Paper. . . . . .......................................................... 21
Positioning your continuous paper supply.............................................. 21
Loading continuous paper with the tractor............................................. 21
Using the tear-off function........................................................... 42
Loading Single Sheets................................................................... 44
Available paper types. . . . . . ......................................................... 44
Using the sheet guide............................................................... 45
Loading Special Paper................................................................... 49
Multipart forms.................................................................... 49
Labels............................................................................ 50
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Envelopes......................................................................... 52
Cards............................................................................ 52
Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single Sheets...................................... 53
Switching to single sheets............................................................ 53
Switching to continuous paper....................................................... 54
Using the Micro Adjust Function......................................................... 55
Adjusting the tear-off position....................................................... 55
Adjusting the top-of-form position. . . . . . . . ............................................ 56
Chapter 2 Printer Software
About Your Printer Software............................................................. 59
Using the Printer Driver................................................................. 59
Accessing the printer driver from Windows applications.................................. 60
Accessing the printer driver from the Start menu........................................ 62
Changing the printer driver settings................................................... 64
Printer Driver Settings Overview.......................................................... 65
Printer settings.................................................................... 66
Monitoring settings................................................................ 68
Setting Utility..................................................................... 68
Using EPSON Status Monitor 3........................................................... 68
Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3................................................... 69
Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3................................................... 71
Installing EPSON Status Monitor 3................................................... 72
Using Bi-D Adjustment................................................................. 72
Making adjustment with Bi-D Adjustment............................................. 72
Using Printer Setting. . . . . . . . . . .......................................................... 74
Changing printer setting............................................................ 74
Setting Up Your Printer on a Network..................................................... 75
Sharing the printer................................................................. 75
Setting up your printer as a shared printer.............................................. 76
Setting for the clients............................................................... 80
Cancelling Printing..................................................................... 85
Uninstalling the Printer Software......................................................... 85
Uninstalling the printer driver and EPSON Status Monitor 3.............................. 86
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Chapter 3 Control Panel
Buttons and Lights..................................................................... 88
Selecting a Font and Pitch............................................................... 90
About Your Printer’s Default Settings...................................................... 92
Default Setting mode............................................................... 92
Changing default settings............................................................ 98
Lock-Out Mode....................................................................... 100
Changing the lock-out mode setting.................................................. 100
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
Using the Error Indicators. . . . .......................................................... 102
Problems and Solutions................................................................ 103
Power supply problems............................................................ 104
Printing......................................................................... 104
Paper Handling................................................................... 109
Network problems................................................................ 111
Correcting USB Problems.............................................................. 111
Clearing a Paper Jam................................................................... 111
Aligning Vertical Lines in Your Printout.................................................. 112
Cancelling Printing.................................................................... 113
Using the printer driver. . .......................................................... 114
Using the printer’s control panel..................................................... 114
Printing a Self Test.................................................................... 114
Printing Hex Dump................................................................... 115
Chapter 5 Where To Get Help
Technical Support Web Site............................................................. 117
Contacting Customer Support........................................................... 117
Before Contacting Epson. . . . . ...................................................... 117
Help for Users in Europe. . . . ....................................................... 118
Help for Users in Indonesia......................................................... 118
Help for Users in Singapore. ........................................................ 118
Help for Users in Malaysia.......................................................... 118
Help for Users in the Philippines.................................................... 119
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Chapter 6 Options and Consumables
Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge.......................................................... 120
Genuine Epson ribbon cartridge..................................................... 120
Replacing the ribbon cartridge...................................................... 120
Cut-Sheet Feeder...................................................................... 124
Installing the cut-sheet feeder....................................................... 125
Loading paper in the single-bin cut-sheet feeder........................................ 127
Loading paper in the high-capacity cut-sheet feeder..................................... 130
Assembling the double-bin cut-sheet feeder........................................... 133
Selecting the paper path (bin 1 or bin 2)............................................... 134
Roll Paper Holder..................................................................... 135
Assembling the roll paper holder.................................................... 135
Installing the roll paper holder...................................................... 136
Loading roll paper. . . . . . . .......................................................... 136
Removing roll paper............................................................... 139
Additional Tractor Unit................................................................ 139
Additional Sheet Guide................................................................. 139
Chapter 7 Product Information
Printer Parts.......................................................................... 140
Printer Specifications.................................................................. 142
Mechanical...................................................................... 142
Electronic........................................................................ 145
Electrical........................................................................ 146
Environmental................................................................... 147
System Requirements.............................................................. 147
Paper........................................................................... 148
Recommended printable area....................................................... 152
Command Lists....................................................................... 154
Epson ESC/P control codes......................................................... 154
IBM PPDS emulation control codes.................................................. 155
Standards and Approvals. .............................................................. 156
Safety approvals................................................................... 157
Cleaning the Printer................................................................... 157
Transporting the Printer................................................................ 158
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Glossary
Index
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About This Manual
Where to Find Information
The following manuals are supplied with your Epson printer.
Start Here (paper manual)
Provides information on setting up the printer and installing the software.
User's Guide (this manual)
Provides overall information and instructions on using the printer.
Network Guide ( LQ-590IIN/ LQ-2090IIN only)
Provides network information on management and printer settings.
Descriptions Used in this Manual
❏ Screenshots of the printer software screens are from Windows 10 unless otherwise specified. The
content displayed on the screens varies depending on the model and situation.
❏ Illustrations of the printer used in this manual are examples only. Although there may be slight
differences depending on the model, the method of operation is the same.
Operating System Versions
In this manual, terms such as "Windows 10", "Windows 8.1", "Windows 8", "Windows 7", "Windows
Vista", "Windows XP", "Windows Server 2016", "Windows Server 2012 R2", "Windows Server 2012",
"Windows Server 2008 R2", "Windows Server 2008", "Windows Server 2003 R2", and "Windows
Server 2003" refer to the following operating system. Additionally, "Windows" is used to refer to all
versions.
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Windows® 10 operating system
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Windows® 8.1 operating system
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Windows® 8 operating system
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Windows® 7 operating system
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❏ Microsoft® Windows Vista® operating system
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Windows® XP operating system
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Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition operating system
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Windows Server® 2016 operating system
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Windows Server® 2012 R2 operating system
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Windows Server® 2012 operating system
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Windows Server® 2008 R2 operating system
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Windows Server® 2008 operating system
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Windows Server® 2003 R2 operating system
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Windows Server® 2003 operating system
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Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings
!
must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Cautions
!
must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes
contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer.
Hot Parts Caution Symbol
This symbol is placed on the print head and other parts to indicate that they may be hot.
Never touch those parts just after the printer has been used. Let them cool for a few
minutes before touching them.
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these safety instructions before using the printer. In addition, follow all warnings and
instructions marked on the printer itself.
Some of the symbols used on your printer are to ensure safety and proper use of the printer. Visit the
following Web site to learn the meaning of the symbols.
http://support.epson.net/symbols
When setting up the printer
❏ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat source.
❏ Place the printer on a flat, stable surface. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or placed
at an angle.
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❏ Do not place this product on a soft, unstable surface like a bed or a sofa, or a small, enclosed area, as
this restricts ventilation.
❏ Do not block or cover the slots and openings in the printer’s cabinet, and do not insert objects
through the slots.
❏ Leave adequate room around the printer for easy operation and maintenance.
❏ Place the printer where you can easily connect it to a network interface cable, if necessary
(LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090IIN only).
❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer’s label. If you are not sure of the power
supply specifications in your area, contact your local power company or consult your dealer.
❏ Connect all equipment to properly grounded electrical outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same
circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off.
❏ Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❏ The power cord should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, kinking, and other
damage.
❏ If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of all devices
plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total
ampere of all devices plugged into the electrical outlet does not exceed the electrical outlet’s
ampere rating.
❏ Use only the power cord that comes with this product. Use of another cord may result in fire or
electric shock.
❏ This product’s power cord is for use with this product only. Use with other equipment may result
in fire or electric shock.
❏ Be sure the AC power cord meets the relevant local safety standards.
❏ Avoid using or storing the printer in places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity.
Also keep it away from direct sunlight, strong light, heat sources, or excessive moisture or dust.
❏ Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.
❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where you can easily unplug the power cord.
❏ Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference,
such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.
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❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. An interruption in power
can erase information in the memory of your printer or computer. Also avoid outlets on the same
circuit as large motors or other appliances that can cause voltage fluctuations.
❏ Use a grounded power outlet; do not use an adapter plug.
❏ If you plan to use a printer stand, follow these guidelines:
- Use a stand that can support at least twice the weight of the printer.
- Never use a stand that tilts the printer. The printer should always be kept level.
- Position your printer’s power cord and interface cable so they do not interfere with paper
feeding. If possible, secure the cables to a leg of the printer stand.
When maintaining the printer
❏ Unplug the printer before cleaning it, and always clean it with a piece of damp cloth only.
❏ Do not spill liquid onto the printer.
❏ Do not attempt to service the printer yourself except as specifically explained in this guide.
❏ Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
i. If the power cord or plug is damaged.
ii. If liquid has entered the printer.
iii. If the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
iv. If the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance.
❏ Do not use aerosol blowers which contain flammable gas inside or around this product. Doing so
may cause fire.
❏ Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
❏ If you plan to use the printer in Germany, observe the following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-current protection for this printer, the
building installation must be protected by a 10- or 16-amp circuit breaker.
Bei Anschluss des Druckers an die Stromversorgung muss sichergestellt werden, dass die
Gebaudeinstallation mit einer 10A- oder 16 A-Sicherung abgesichert ist.
When Handling the paper
❏ Do not leave labels loaded in the printer between jobs; they may curl around the platen and jam
when you resume printing.
❏ Do not load paper that is curled or has been folded.
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When operating the printer
❏ Adjust only those controls that are covered in the user documentation. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage requiring extensive repair by a qualified technician.
❏ Whenever you turn off the printer, wait at least five seconds before turning it back on; otherwise,
you may damage the printer.
❏ Do not turn off the printer while it is printing the self test. Always press the Pause button to stop
printing and then turn off the printer.
❏ Do not reconnect the power cord to an electrical outlet that has the wrong voltage for your printer.
❏ Never replace the print head yourself; you may damage the printer. Also, other parts of the printer
must be checked when the print head is replaced.
❏ You need to move the print head by hand to replace the ribbon cartridge. If you have just used the
printer, the print head may be hot; let it cool for a few minutes before touching it.
Restriction of use
When this product is used for applications requiring high reliability/safety such as transportation
devices related to aviation, rail, marine, automotive etc.; disaster prevention devices; various safety
devices etc.; or functional/precision devices etc., you should use this product only after giving
consideration to including fail-safes and redundancies into your design to maintain safety and total
system reliability. Because this product was not intended for use in applications requiring extremely
high reliability/safety such as aerospace equipment, main communication equipment, nuclear power
control equipment, or medical equipment related to direct medical care etc., please make your own
judgment on this product's suitability after a full evaluation.
For users in Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan
Customer information
The model complies with the Technical regulation of Customs Union "About the safety of low voltage
equipment" (TP TC 004/2011); with the Technical regulation of Customs Union "On Electromagnetic
Compatibility of Technical Devices" (TP TC 020/2011)
Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION
Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan Telephone: 81-266-52-3131
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Official representative in CIS countries:
LLC "EPSON CIS"
Address: Moscow, 129110, ul. Schepkina, 42, Bldg. 2a, Fl. 3 Business Center Chaika Plaza
Telephone: +7 (495) 777-0355/56
web: http://www.epson.ru/
email: info_CIS@epson.ru
EPSON EUROPE B.V. MOSCOW REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE
Address: Moscow, 129110, ul. Schepkina, 42, Bldg. 2a, Fl. 3 Business Center Chaika Plaza
Telephone: +7 (495) 777-0355/56
web: http://www.epson.ru/
Production month and year: Labeled on the product with 8 numbers: YYYY.MM.DD
Country of production: Labeled on the product
For United Kingdom users
Use of options
Epson (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any
options or consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson
Approved Products by Epson (UK) Limited.
Safety information
Warning:
!
This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance
voltage corresponds to the supply voltage.
Important:
The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance to the following code:
Green and yellow — Earth
Blue — Neutral
Brown — Live
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If you have to fit a plug:
As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match coloured markings used to identify
the terminals in a plug, please proceed as follows:
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the
letter E or the Earth symbol (G).
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter N.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.
For Singapore users
Replace fuses only with fuses of the correct size and rating.
For German users
Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3. GPSGV: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70
dB(A) oder weniger gemäss EN ISO 7779.
Das Gerät ist nicht für die Benutzung am Bildschirmarbeitsplatz gemäß BildscharbV vorgesehen.
Importeur
EPSON EUROPE. B.V.
AMSTERDAM. THE NETHERLANDS
For Turkish users
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Chapter 1
Paper Handling
Selecting a Paper Source
Your printer provides a variety of paper sources for printing on single sheets and continuous paper.
Paper can be fed into the printer from the front, bottom, or rear. Select the paper source that best suits
your current printing needs.
Caution:
!
Do not use paper that is folded, creased, curled, torn, stained, or stamped. Always use new, clean
paper that meets the paper specifications. See “Paper” on page 148 for more details.
Printing on continuous paper
You can choose from three tractor positions (front push, rear push, and pull) and three paper entry
slots (front, rear, and bottom) for continuous paper printing. This section helps you determine which
paper paths and tractor positions are best for your continuous paper printing needs. See “Loading
continuous paper with the tractor” on page 21 for tractor installation and paper loading
instructions.
Using the push tractor positions
If you often need to tear off sheets of continuous paper (for example, if you are printing purchase
orders or sales slips), it is best to use the tractor in the front or rear push position. This allows you to use
the printer’s tear-off edge to easily tear off sheets of continuous paper at the perforation. Also, when
continuous paper is loaded on a rear push tractor, you can print on single sheets of paper from the
sheet guide without removing the continuous paper from the tractor.
There are two push tractor positions: front and rear. See the table below for details about the push
positions and the corresponding paper paths.
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Tractor position Description
Load paper from the front slot.
If you print on thick paper such as multipart forms, use the front paper slot because
this paper path is almost straight. This reduces the chances of paper jams.
front push
Load paper from the rear slot.
Caution:
Do not load continuous paper with labels from the rear slot. Labels require a straight
paper path; otherwise the labels may come off their backing sheets inside the printer
and cause a paper jam.
rear push
Note:
The rear slot is also not recommended when your multipart forms have 5 or 6 parts (1
original plus 4 or 5 copies), because paper might jam.
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Using the pull tractor position
If you often print on thick or heavy continuous paper, such as multipart forms or continuous paper
with labels, use the tractor in the pull position. The pull tractor provides you with the best paper jam
prevention, and allows you to load continuous paper from the front, rear, or bottom of the printer.
However, you cannot use the tear-off feature when the tractor is in the pull position.
Note:
To use the tractor in the pull position, you can remove the tractor from the rear push position and
reinstall it in the pull position, or you can purchase the optional pull tractor unit.
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If you use a push tractor with the optional tractor in the pull position, you can create a push/pull
tractor combination. This improves the performance of continuous paper, and is recommended for
printing on continuous pre-printed forms. See “Using two tractors in a push/pull combination” on
page 40 for more information.
You can use the front, bottom, or rear paper slot with the pull tractor.
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Paper slot Description
If you print on thick paper such as multipart forms or continuous paper with labels,
use the front paper slot because this paper path is nearly straight. This reduces the
chances of paper jams.
front
The bottom paper slot has the straightest paper path, so it is the best slot to use when
printing on thick paper, such as multipart forms or continuous paper with labels.
Note:
When loading paper from the bottom slot, be sure to use a printer stand with an
opening large enough for the paper to feed through it without obstruction.
bottom
If the front or bottom paper slot is unavailable, you can also load ordinary continuous
paper from the rear slot. Please note that loading paper from the rear slot results in a
curved paper path, which may affect loading performance, so use the front or bottom
slot whenever possible.
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Caution:
rear
Do not lo ad con tinuo us pap er wit h labe ls fro m the r ear sl ot. The la bels m ay com e off
the backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam.
Printing on single sheets (cut-sheet)
You can load ordinary single sheets and envelopes one at a time from the rear paper entry slot of the
printer, using the sheet guide.
You can also load a stack of single-sheet paper using the optional cut-sheet feeder. See “Loading Single
Sheets” on page 44 for more information. See “Cut-Sheet Feeder” on page 124 for information on
the optional cut-sheet feeder.
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Setting the Paper Release Lever
When you load continuous paper in the printer, you need to set the paper release lever to indicate the
paper source you want to use, as described in the table below.
The table below describes each paper release lever position.
Paper release
lever position
Description
Single-sheet (cut-sheet) position
For loading single-sheet paper from the rear or front slot. See “Loading Single Sheets” on page 44
for instructions.
Rear push tractor position
For loading continuous paper using the tractor installed in the rear push position. Also set the lever
to this position when using the rear push and pull tractors in combination.
Front push tractor position
For loading continuous paper using the tractor installed in the front push position. Also set the lever
to this position when using the front push and pull tractors in combination.
Pull tractor position
For loading continuous paper from the tractor installed on top of the printer in the pull position.
When the tractor is in the pull position, you can load paper in the front, rear, or bottom slot.
Adjusting the Paper Thickness Lever
You can get the best printing quality by adjusting the paper-thickness lever according to the thickness
of the paper you are using.
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1. Turn off the printer and open the printer cover. The paper-thickness lever is located on the left side
of the printer. The numbers next to the lever indicate the thickness setting.
2. Use the table below to select the appropriate paper thickness.
Paper type*
1
Paper-thickness lever
position
Ordinary paper Single sheets 0 or 1
Continuous paper 0
Thin paper 0
Multipart forms*
2
2 parts (original + 1 copy) 1
(carbonless, 40 g/m)
3 parts (original + 2 copies) 2
4 parts (original + 3 copies) 3
5 parts (original + 4 copies) 4
6 parts (original + 5 copies) 5
7 parts (original + 6 copies)*
3
6
Labels 1
Cards 2
Envelopes*
2
20 lb 4
24 lb 6
*1 See the paper specifications in “Paper” on page 148 for more details.
2
Change the lever position to one level down if the printed results are too light. Change the lever position to one level
*
up if the printed results are dirty or smeared.
3
*
Available when using a bottom pull position or front pull position.
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Loading Continuous Paper
Follow the instructions in this section to load continuous paper in the printer.
Positioning your continuous paper supply
Wh en you lo ad co nt in uo us pa pe r, ma ke su re yo u a li gn your paper supply with the tractor so the paper
feeds smoothly into the printer, as shown below.
Loading continuous paper with the tractor
The paper loading procedure depends on where you position the tractor which feeds paper to the
printer. Follow the instructions below for your tractor position.
This section provides instructions of following:
- “Using the tractor in the rear push position” on page 21
- “Using the tractor in the front push position” on page 26
- “Using the tractor in the pull position” on page 31
- “Using two tractors in a push/pull combination” on page 40
Using the tractor in the rear push position
If your tractor is in the rear push position, skip to “Loading paper with the rear push tractor” on
page 22 for instructions on loading paper.
This section provides instructions for following:
- “Installing the tractor in the rear push position” on page 22
- “Loading paper with the rear push tractor” on page 22
- “Removing the tractor from the rear push position” on page 25
Note:
Thick paper, such as continuous paper with labels or multipart forms with five or six parts, requires a
relatively straight paper path to avoid paper jams. When printing on thick continuous paper, use the
tractor in the front push position or the pull position.
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Installing the tractor in the rear push position
Before installing the tractor in the r ea r pu sh po si ti on , r em ov e i t f ro m its current position. If the tractor
is in the front push position, remove it by pressing the tractor’s lock tabs while lifting it out. If the
tractor is in the pull position, remove it as described in “Removing the tractor from the rear push
position” on page 25.
1. Make sure the printer is turned off. Then open the paper guide cover by pulling its back edge
forward.
2. Slide the sheet guide along the path and lift it at an angle to remove it.
3. Lower the tractor into the printer’s mounting slots and press down both ends of the tractor to
make sure that it is firmly seated.
See “Loading paper with the rear push tractor” on page 22 for instructions on loading continuous
paper using the rear push tractor.
Loading paper with the rear push tractor
Follow these steps to load paper using the rear push tractor:
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.
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2. Make sure the tractor is installed in the rear push position and the sheet guide is removed from the
printer.
3. Set the paper release lever to the rear push tractor position.
4. Release the left and right sprockets by pulling the blue sprocket lock levers forward.
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5. Slide the right sprocket (illustration shown below) approximately 12 mm (0.5 inch) from the far
position and push the blue lever back to lo ck in p la ce . Then slide the another sprocket to match the
width of your paper, but do not lock it.
* approx. 12 mm (0.5 inch)
The triangle mark on top of the printer indicates the point furthest to the left where printing can
begin.
6. Make sure your paper has a clean, straight edge. Then open both sprocket covers and fit the first
four holes of the paper, with the printable side down, over the tractor pins.
7. Close the sprocket covers.
8. Slide the right sprocket to remove any slack in the paper; then lock it in place by pushing the blue
sprocket lock down.
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9. Attach the sheet guide and lay it flat on the printer and slide the edge guides to the middle of the
sheet guide.
Note:
For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover closed. The printer
will function with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are
achieved when the cover is closed.
10. Turn on the printer. When the printer receives data, it automatically loads the paper and starts
printing.
11. After you finish printing, follow the steps in “Removing continuous paper” on page 42 to remove
your printed document.
If the first line on your page appears too high or low, you can change its position using the Micro
Adjust function as described in “Adjusting the top-of-form position” on page 56.
Caution:
!
Never use the knob to adjust the top-of-form position; this may damage the printer or cause it to
lose the top-of-form position.
Removing the tractor from the rear push position
Follow these steps to remove the tractor from the rear push position:
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.
2. Remove any paper from the tractor as described in “Removing continuous paper” on page 42.
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3. Press the tractor’s lock tabs, tilt the tractor up, and lift it out of the printer.
Using the tractor in the front push position
Installing the tractor in the front push position
Before installing the tractor in the front push position, remove it from its current position. If the
tractor is in the rear push position, remove the sheet guide and then press the tractor’s lock tabs while
lifting it out. If the tractor is in the pull position, remove it following the instructions in “Removing the
tractor from the pull position” on page 38.
1. Make sure the printer is turned off. If necessary, install the sheet guide on your printer as described
in the supplied setup sheet.
2. If the sheet guide is installed in the front, remove it by grasping the fins on both sides and pulling
the guide slightly up and away from the printer.
3. Insert the tractor into the printer’s mounting slots and press down both ends of the tractor to make
sure that it is firmly seated.
See “Loading paper with the front push tractor” on page 27 for instructions on loading continuous
paper with the front push tractor.
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Loading paper with the front push tractor
When using the push tractor, it is a good idea to set the Auto tear-off function in the Default Setting
mode to On. See “About Your Printer’s Default Settings” on page 92 for more information.
Follow these steps to load paper using the front push tractor:
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.
2. Open the front cover. Make sure the tractor is installed in the front push position.
3. Remove the sub cover to insert the paper.
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4. Set the paper release lever to the front push tractor position. Also set the paper-thickness lever
(located under the printer cover) to the proper position for your paper’s thickness. See “Adjusting
the Paper Thickness Lever” on page 19 for instructions.
5. Release the left and right sprockets by pushing the blue sprocket lock levers backward.
6. Slide the left sprocket approximately 12 mm (0.5 inch) from the far left position and pull the blue
lever forward to lock it in place. Then slide the right sprocket to match the width of your paper, but
do not lock it.
* approx. 12 mm (0.5 inch)
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7. Insert the paper into the bottom slot as shown in the illustration below.
8. Make sure your paper has a clean, straight edge. Then open both sprocket covers and fit the first
four holes of the paper, with printable side up, over the tractor pins. Then close the sprocket
covers.
9. Slide the right sprocket to remove any slack in the paper; then lock it in place by pushing the
sprocket lock down.
10. Close the front cover with the continuous paper positioned as shown below.
11. Make sure the sheet guide is lying flat on the printer and slide the edge guides to the middle of the
sheet guide.
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Note:
For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover closed. The printer
will function with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are
achieved when the cover is closed.
12. Turn on the printer. When the printer receives data, it automatically loads the paper and starts
printing.
13. After you finish printing, follow the steps in “Removing continuous paper” on page 42 to remove
your printed document.
If the first line on your page appears too high or low, you can change its position by using the Micro
Adjust function as described in “Adjusting the top-of-form position” on page 56.
Caution:
!
Never use the knob to adjust the top-of-form position; this may damage the printer or cause it to
lose the top-of-form position.
Removing the tractor from the front push position
Follow these steps to remove the tractor from the front push position:
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.
2. Remove any paper from the tractor as described in “Removing continuous paper” on page 42.
3. Press the tractor’s lock tabs, tilt the tractor up, and lift it out of the printer.
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