Setting Up the Printer 7
When you are not using the paper guide, lay it flat on the printer
to prevent it from obstructing your paper or being damaged. To
lay the paper guide down, lift it up slightly, then lower it until it
is lying flat on top of the printer.

1-4 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge

EPSON recommends the use of genuine EPSON ribbon cartridges
(#8750 for the FX-880+, #8755 for the FX-1180+). Products not
manufactured by EPSON may cause damage to your printer,
which is not covered by EPSON’s warranties.
Follow these steps to install the ribbon cartridge:
wWarning:
You need to move the print head by hand to install the ribbon
cartridge. If you have just used the printer, the print head may be
hot; let it cool for a few minutes before touching it.
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