Epson LQ-2180 Quick Reference Manual page 11

Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge
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ribbon-tightening knob
Remove the separator from the new
ribbon cartridge and discard it. Then
turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the
direction of the arrow to remove any
slack in the ribbon.
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separator
Hold the cartridge with the ribbon-
tightening knob up. Fit the two notches
nearest you ( ) over the small pegs on
each side of the printer as shown. Then
lay the cartridge flat so that the other
notches ( ) fit over the corresponding
pegs.