Changing Tractor Positions - Epson FX-870 User Manual

Note: Make sure you align your paper supply so paper can feed
smoothly into the printer. If you want to feed paper through the
bottom paper slot, use a printer stand that has a large enough
opening for the paper to feed without obstruction.

Changing tractor positions

Before installing the tractor in a different position, remove it from its
current position by pressing the blue lock tabs while you lift it out.
Installing in the front push-tractor position
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.
2. Open the front cover. If the optional front sheet guide is
installed, remove it by grasping the fins on both sides and
pulling it straight out of the printer.
3. Push the tractor into the printer's mounting slot as shown below.
See page 2-10 for instructions on loading continuous paper with the
front push tractor.
To remove the tractor unit, press the tractor's lock tabs, tilt the unit
up, and lift it out of the printer.
Using Continuous Paper
Paper Handling 2-7