The printer makes a strange noise and stops abruptly.

Cause What to do
The paper is jammed. Clear the paper jam as described on
page 7-24.
The ribbon is jammed
because it has too much slack
or it is worn out.
Remove any slack from the ribbon by
turning the ribbon-tightening knob, or
replace the ribbon cartridge as
described in Chapter 6.

The printer stops printing and the Pause light flashes.

Cause What to do
The print head is overheated. Wait a few minutes; the printer
resumes printing automatically once
the print head cools.
Printout

Part of the printout is missing, or dots are missing in random

positions.

Cause What to do
The ribbon cartridge is not
installed properly.
Reinstall the ribbon cartridge as
described in Chapter 1.
There is too much slack in the
ribbon or the ribbon has
come loose.
Remove any slack in the ribbon by
turning the ribbon-tightening knob,
or replace the ribbon cartridge as
described in Chapter 6.
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