Star Micronics LC24-15 user manual Loading the fanfold forms, Loading And Parking Fanfold Forms

LOADING AND PARKING FANFOLD FORMS

Fanfold forms have holes along the sides and perforations between the sheets, They are also called sprocket forms, punched forms, or just plain “computer paper”. This printer accepts forms up to 16” wide. Fanfold forms are loaded, parked, and unparked as explained next.

Loading the fanfold forms

You can load the fanfold paper from the rear of the printer.

1.Place a stack of fanfold paper behind and at least one page-length below the printer.

2.Turn the printer’s power OFF.

3.Push the release lever to the upward position. This has the effect of releasing the paper from the platen roller, and engaging the tractor feed.

4.Remove the paper guide and put it aside for the moment.

5.Remove the rear cover. Grip it by its rear edge and lift upwards and back- wards as in Figure 1-12.

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Figure l-12. Opening the rear cover