Epson MX-80 User Manual page 9

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Using a Phillips type screwdriver, remove the packing screws and store them for

possible future use. If it's necessary to move the print head to the right or left to

get at the screws, do so with great care. (If you've not followed the directions and

have already tried to run the Printer, be careful of the print head! It runs very

HOT under normal operation.)

Installing the Ribbon

Position the Printer with the EPSON label (front) facing you. Locate the paper

bail (the moveable metal bar with numbers 1-80 on it) and push it towards the

back, away from you.

Remove the ribbon cartridge from its box and turn the plastic knob counterclock-

wise so the ribbon is tight. (Figure 1-4A)

Figure 1-4 A

Holding the cartridge by its vertical fin (sounds like a shark), steer the 4 tabs on

its sides into the 4 slots in the Printer's metal frame. (Figure 1-4B) Press the cartridge

firmly into place.

Figure 1 - 4 B