Setting Top-Of-Form - Printronix P6000L User's Reference Manual

Setting Top-of-Form

Top-of-form determines where the first line of print will appear and should be set when pa
per is loaded. Generally, set the first line of print about one-half inch below the paper perfora
tion or where application requirements dictate.
After the top-of-form is set, the paper can be advanced to the top of the next form by pressing
the TOP OF FORM switch. Unless specifically altered, P6000L/P6200L Series printers assume
11-inch length paper is used. For alternate length forms, refer to the Setting Forms Length
section.
Use the following procedure to set the top-of-form.
1. Place the printer offline.
2. Fully raise the Forms Thickness Adjustment Lever (A) to position the top of the first line
to be printed at the top of the black TOP-FORM mark on the left tractor gate as shown in
Figure 2-11.
3. Set the Forms Thickness Adjustment Lever to approximate the paper thickness (1 to 6
parts). If closed too tightly, the shuttle may smear or tear the paper.
4. Press Clear Fault to clear the PLATEN OPEN condition.
5. Press SET TOF.
NOTE: Pressing SET TOF at any other time will reset the top-of-form position.
6. Place the printer online.
Operation
Figure 2-11. Setting Top-Of-Form
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