Note: The spindle accommodates both 2-inch and 3-inch roll paper cores. To switch between different size cores, see page 56.

Avoid touching the printable surface of the paper as much as possible. Oils from your skin can affect print quality.

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•If you’re loading heavy paper, you may need to increase the suction strength by pressing the paper feed button.

•For lightweight paper, decrease the suction by pressing the button.

Loading the Paper onto the Spindle

Follow these steps to attach the roll to the spindle:

1.Slide the black paper stop (flange) off the left end of the spindle.

2.Position the roll so the paper unwinds as shown, then slide it onto the spindle:

3.Slide the movable paper stop back onto the spindle and insert it into the end of the roll. Make sure it is firmly fixed into the left end of the paper roll.