Inserting Roll Paper - Epson TM
U220 User Manual

3. Insert the ribbon in the position shown in illustration F and push
the ribbon cassette down until it clicks.
Note:
Make sure the ribbon is installed between the print head and the platen
without wrinkles or creases.
4. Again turn the ribbon cassette's knob 2 or 3 times in the direction
of the arrow and close the ribbon cassette cover.
Be careful not to touch the print head with your fingers when turning
the ribbon cassette knob because the print head is hot and you might
be burned.
When you replace the ribbon casette, lift the left side of the ribbon
cassette first; then lift the whole ribbon cassette.

Inserting Roll Paper

CAUTION:
Be sure to use roll paper that meets the specifications.
Be sure not to touch the manual cutter. Otherwise your fingers might be
injured.
1. Using scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll paper, as shown in
illustration G.
2. Turn on the printer and open the roll paper cover by using the tab,
as shown in illustration H.
3. Type A only: Open the unit by using the unit open lever, as shown
in illustration I.
4. Insert the roll paper, as shown in illustration J.
Note:
Note the direction the paper comes off the roll, as shown in the illustration G.
When using 2-ply roll paper, be sure that the top and bottom sheets are
aligned at the paper exit. See illustration G-a.
5. If you are not using a take-up spool, pull out a small amount of
roll paper and close the roll paper cover; then tear off the paper
with the manual cutter. You can skip steps 6 through 11.
6. Type A only: When using 2-ply roll paper, pull out the roll paper to
the bottom front of the printer as a guide, as shown in illustration K.
7. Close the unit, as shown in illustration L.
CAUTION:
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