Making adjustments to the printer
Setting the print gap
Paper comes in different weights, normally quoted in gsm (grams per square meter). 60 gsm and 90 gsm are typical figures. Heavier paper is thicker. Multi-part forms are generally thicker than single sheets or ordi- nary fanfold paper.
The distance between the print head and the platen can be adjusted to suit the current paper thickness. The adjustment lever is located inside the printer’s main body, at the right-hand side of the platen. There are five settings. Push the lever up to narrow the gap between the print head and the platen, and downwards to widen the gap. The top position is referred to as position 1, and the lowest position as position 5. Position 2, which is marked with a black dot, is the one most suited to single sheets.
