EPSON LQ-2180

Loading paper in the top slot

You can load ordinary single sheets, single-sheet multi-part forms, envelopes, or postcards in the top slot.

Note:

Load envelopes only in the top slot.

Loading paper in the front slot

You can load ordinary single sheets, single-sheet multi-part forms, or postcards in the front slot.

Note:

Always use the front paper slot to load single-sheet multi-part forms that are bound by line gluing only at the side.

Paper Release Lever Positions

You can load paper in the printer from various paper sources, such as the front push tractor or the paper guide. You set the paper release lever to indicate the paper source you want to use. The table below describes each paper release lever position.

paper release lever

Paper release

lever position Description

Single-sheet position

For loading single-sheet paper from the top or front slot.

Rear push tractor position

For loading continuous paper from the tractor installed in the rear push position. Also set the lever to this position when using the rear push and pull tractors in combination.

Front push tractor position

For loading continuous paper from the tractor installed in the front push position. Also set the lever to this position when using the front push and pull tractors in combination.

Pull tractor position

For loading continuous paper from the tractor installed on top of the printer in the pull position. When the tractor is in the pull position, you can load paper in the front, rear, or bottom slot.

Note:

You can load two different types of continuous paper onto the front and rear push tractors, and easily switch between them using the paper release lever. Before moving the paper release lever, always press the Load/Eject button to feed the paper in the paper path backward to the standby position.

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