Load the Paper

Horizontal

Adjustment

Knob

Figure 34. Horizontal Adjustment Knob

8.After both tractors are secured, you may use the horizontal adjustment knob to make fine horizontal paper adjustments.

A

B

C

Thin Paper

Medium Paper

Thick Paper

Figure 35. Lowering the Forms Thickness Lever

9.Lower the forms thickness lever. Set it to match the paper thickness. The A-B-C scale corresponds approximately to 1-, 3-, and 6-part paper thickness. Adjust until you have the desired print quality.

NOTE: Do not set the forms thickness lever too tightly; excessive friction can cause paper jams, ribbon jams with potential for ribbon damage, smeared ink, or wavy print.

10.For cabinet models, close the cabinet front door.

11.Continue on to the next section to power on the printer.

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Compaq P5000 Series setup guide Horizontal Adjustment Knob