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Power Supply Switch and Power Supply Switch Cover
The power supply switch is on the front of the printer. Press the power supply switch to turn on the printer.
Power Supply Switch Cover
You can use the enclosed power supply switch cover to make sure that the power supply switch is not accidentally pressed. Just press the cover into place to install it. If you need to turn the power supply switch on or off with the cover attached, you can insert a thin tool into one of the holes in the cover to operate the switch. See illustration C.
WARNING:
If an accident occurs when the power supply switch cover is attached, immediately unplug the power supply cable to avoid fire.
If you are going to store the printer or leave it unused for a long time, turn it off using the power supply switch on the printer.
Inserting and Replacing the Ribbon Cassette
CAUTION:
The print head becomes very hot during printing. Allow it to cool before you replace the ribbon cassette.
CAUTION:
Never turn the ribbon cassette’s feed knob in the opposite direction of the arrow marked on the cassette; otherwise the ribbon cassette may be damaged.
Note:
Use the EPSON ERC-38 ribbon cassette for your printer.
1.Open the ribbon cassette cover by using the tabs on the sides of the cover, as shown in illustration D.
2.Turn the knob two or three times in the direction of the arrow, as shown in illustration E.
3.Insert the ribbon in the position shown in illustration F and push the ribbon cassette down until it clicks.
Note:
Make sure the ribbon is installed between the print head and the platen without wrinkles or creases.