Replacing The Ribbon - Epson LQ-2550 User Manual

WARNING:
Never use alcohols or thinners to clean the printer; these chemi-
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cals can damage the components as well as the case.
Be careful not to get water on the printer mechanism or elec-
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tronic components.
Do not use a hard or abrasive brush.
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Do not spray the inside of the printer with lubricants; unsuitable
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oils can damage the mechanism. Contact your Epson dealer if
you think lubrication is needed.

Replacing the Ribbon

When your printing becomes too faint, you need to replace the ribbon. The
following Epson replacement ribbon cartridges are available:
: Standard (black)
#7762
: Color
#7763
: Film (black)
#7764
Note: The optional film ribbon prints in red near the end of the ribbon.
Replace the film ribbon at this point.
To replace the ribbon follow the procedure below:
Turn off the power to the printer and remove the printer cover and the
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paper guide cover.
WARNING: If the printer has been used recently, the print head
may be hot. Let it cool before attempting to replace the ribbon.
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