Epson LQ-2180 Manual page 25

6. After you remove the new ribbon cartridge from the
package, remove the separator from the middle of the
ribbon cartridge and discard the separator. Then turn the
ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the arrow to
remove any slack in the ribbon.
ribbon-tightening knob
7. Hold the cartridge with the ribbon-tightening knob up. Fit
the two front notches (c) of the ribbon cartridge over the
small pegs on each side of the printer as shown below. Then
lay the cartridge flat so that the rear notches (d) fit over the
corresponding pegs.
8. Gently press down the cartridge until both ends click
into place.
9. Lift the ribbon guide of the ribbon cartridge (c) and insert
it firmly over the metal pins behind the print head (d).
Make sure the ribbon is not twisted or creased and that it is
in place behind the print head. Press down the guide until it
clicks into place.
separator
ribbon-tightening
knob
10. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the
arrow to remove any slack in the ribbon as shown in step 9.
Then slide the print head from side to side to make sure it
moves smoothly.
11. Replace the printer cover by first inserting the front tabs
into the slots on the printer (c) and then lowering the
cover until it clicks into place (d).
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