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4232 PrinterModel 302User’s Guide SA24-4386-01

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Adjusting the Load PositionThe load position can only be adjusted following an operator initiatedload or eject (F2 forms device only) function fro

3. Press Scroll ↓ or Scroll ↑ until the printer displays4. Press Enter or Start to print this test.The Ready indicator goes on and printing begins.

The printer displays5. If the default value does not give the best print sample, pressScroll ↓ or Scroll ↑ until the printer displays the same num

Unloading FormsTo unload forms from the F2 forms device, follow these steps:1. Open the acoustic cover.2. Tear off the forms at the tear bar. See

5. Open both of the blue tractor doors.Blue Tractor Doors6. Lift the form off the tractor pins and pull the form out from thebottom of the printer

Removing the Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2)Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a differentforms device, make sure you change th

4. Close the blue tractor doors.

Installing and Using the Document Insertion Device(F3)The following sections describe how to install and use the DocumentInsertion Device (F3).Note

2. Unlock the blue locking lever and move the right rollerassembly to the extreme right.Blue Locking LeverRight Roller AssemblyBottom of Forms Dev

4. Look through the front bottom opening in the printer and find thefinger grips at the bottom of the forms device.5. Grasp the finger grips with B

NoticesReferences in this publication to IBM products, programs, or servicesdo not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countries

Changing the Paper DoorThe printer must have a different paper door installed to be used withthe F3 forms device. If you have ordered the F3 forms

2. Grasp the lower section of the F3 paper door with both hands.Then align the grooves at the top of the door with the hinge pinson each side of th

Preparing to Load FormsTo prepare to load forms in the F3 forms device, follow these steps:1. Install one of the lower forms guides (if not alread

Loading Forms in the F3 Forms DeviceTo load forms in the F3 forms device, follow these steps:1. Adjust for the width of the form. Hold a form in fr

2. Lock the blue locking lever.Blue Locking Lever3. Center the blue sliding guide between the roller assemblies.Blue Sliding Guide4. Close the acc

Using the Printer Verification Test for the F3 FormsDeviceTo run the printer verification test, follow these steps:1. Turn the power On (|), if not

5. Press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays6. Press Enter or Start to begin this test.The printer displays7. Carefully feed the form

9. Wait for the printer to stop printing and the Ready indicator to gooff.10. The lines numbered 1 through 9 should print as shown on thesample pri

11. Compare your printout with the sample printout.Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear andreadable?If YES, go to Step 1

Setup and Checkout CompleteYou have completed a simple setup and checkout of the printer.IBM recommends that you print your power-on custom set(Cus

cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modificationsto this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could voidthe user'

Adjusting the Print QualityAfter the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that theprint quality is satisfactory. Good print quality i

Adjusting the Forms Thickness SettingTo adjust the lightness or darkness of the print, you must increase ordecrease the gap between the print head

4. When you release the key, the printer automatically saves thecurrent value.Note: The J’s indicates the position of the print head relative to

Adjusting the Left MarginYou can print a single line of text to help in setting the left marginposition using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You c

5. Carefully feed the form under the lower forms guide. Use theleft edge of the lower forms guide to help feed the form instraight. Feed the form

The printer also prints a single line of H’s.7. If the H’s do not start where you want your left margin, pressScroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printe

Adjusting the Top of Form PositionThe Micro ↑ and Micro ↓ keys control fine vertical movement. Eachtime you press these keys, the printer moves th

4. When the form is in the correct position, press Set Top of Form.The alarm beeps and the printer displaysNote: The limits for the top of form po

Adjusting the Print AlignmentYou can adjust dot registration and print quality for characterscreated using bidirectional printing. The bidirection

5. Carefully feed the form under the lower forms guide. Use theleft edge of the lower forms guide to help feed the form instraight. Feed the form u

New Zealand Compliance StatementThis is a Class A computing device and shall not be located at adistance closer than 20 meters from the boundary of

7. If the default value does not give the best print sample, pressScroll ↓ or Scroll ↑ until the printer displays the same number ofarrows that wer

Unloading FormsTo unload forms from the F3 forms device: 1. Press Load/Eject.2. Open the acoustic cover.3. Remove the form from the top of the p

Removing the Document Insertion Device (F3)Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a differentforms device, make sure you change th

4. Push the bottom of the device toward the rear of the printer untilit unlocks.Finger Grips5. Grasp the top of the forms device and lift it out.P

6. If you are removing the F3 forms device to install a differentforms device, you must remove the lower forms guide.With a firm grasp, slide the l

Using the Acoustic CoverThe following sections describe how to remove and reinstall theacoustic cover.Removing the Acoustic CoverIf you need to re

2. Grasp the brackets of the acoustic cover and insert them into theslots until they latch securely.Paper Exit AreaLatchedPositionLatchedPositionLa

Attaching the 4232 Printer Model 302 to YourComputerThis section provides specific instructions on attaching the printer toyour computer. Supporte

To attach a parallel cable:| 1. Attach the adapter cable (IBM part number 04H5053) by pushing| the cable connector into the printer port.| 2. Push

Trademarks and Service MarksThe following terms, denoted by an asterisk (*) in this publication, aretrademarks of the IBM Corporation in the Unite

5. Connect the power cord to the printer and to the electrical outlet.6. Turn the power On (|). All indicators and blocks on the displaylight, and

Attaching a Serial CableCAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you connector disconnect the power cord or other cables. If the m

3. Connect the power cord to the printer and to the electrical outlet.4. Turn the power On (|). All indicators and blocks on the displaylight, and

Chapter 2. Getting to Know Your PrinterThis chapter introduces you to your IBM 4232 Printer Model 302. Itdescribes the various parts of your printe

Parts of the PrinterThe printer has the following parts:Print HeadRibbonPower SwitchAccess CoverOperator PanelPaper DoorModel and Serial NumberBlu

Power SwitchThe power switch supplies electricity to the printer. It has twopositions: On (|) and Off (O).Power SwitchNotes:1. When you turn the p

3. Two rows of boxes fill the display.4. The printer displays the following messages5. The print head and ribbon move. You will hear some soundsfr

Acoustic CoverThe acoustic cover reduces the noise level of the printer while it isprinting.Notes:1. Do not open or close the access cover by hold

Forms Guide/Forms SensorThe blue forms guide/forms sensor works in several ways. Theway it works depends on the type of forms device installed in

The Document Insertion Device (F3) has an additional guide called alower forms guide that fits over the sensor.Low erForm s G uideThe lower forms g

Safety InformationThe construction of this machine provides extra protection againstthe risk of electric shock by grounding appropriate metal part

Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA)The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) mechanismperforms the following tasks: Automatically m

Operator PanelThe operator panel includes a 2-line by 40-character display,6 indicators, 16 keys, and an audible alarm.Load/EjectFormFeedStartSet

AlarmThe printer alarm beeps to let you know of a printer status conditionor an error. Pressing Stop turns the alarm off.You can set the alarm to

Power IndicatorThe Power indicator has two operating conditions:On The printer is receiving power.Off The printer is not receiving power. Ready In

Unit Check IndicatorThe Unit Check indicator has two operating conditions:Off The printer has not detected any printer errors.Blinking The printer

Configuration Parameter ValuesParameter values are settings that the printer recognizes to do thefollowing: Format the printed page Set printing

Operating StatesOnline – The printer is online when the Online indicator is on, poweris On (|), the power-on tests complete, and the printer is a

FormsYou can use two types of forms (paper) in your printer: Continuous forms (F1 and F2 forms devices) Cut forms (F3 and F4 forms devices).The

Forms Handling DevicesThe optional forms handling devices available for your printer are: Continuous Forms Device (F1) Dual Purpose Forms Device

Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2)B o tto m M e ta l B a rC lip sTo p o f F o rm s D e viceTear BarThe device has an F2 surrounded by a square in the u

 The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious.Therefore, replacement parts must have the identical orequivalent characteristics as

Document Insertion Device (F3)F3F3ClipsTop of Forms DeviceBottom of Forms DeviceFinger GripsThe device has an F3 by itself in the upper left corne

Auto Sheet Feeder Device (F4)F4F4The device has an F4 by itself in the upper left corner of the device.This device is used for automatic feeding an

RibbonsTwo ribbon cartridges are available for use in the 4232 Printer Model302: one with a black multiple purpose ink (IBM part 1040580) withan

Caring for Your PrinterYour printer requires very little care, but the following suggestionsare helpful to prevent damage and to keep it clean. Be

Starting a Print JobTo start a print job, follow this checklist:1. Be sure a ribbon cartridge is installed (see “Installing theRibbon Cartridge an

6. Press Start to make the printer ready to print.The printer starts printing as soon as the computer sends thedata and the printer finishes proces

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Chapter 3. Replacing Your RibbonThis chapter describes how to remove and replace the ribboncartridge and how to make ribbon adjustments.Warning: Da

Removing the Ribbon CartridgeTo remove an existing ribbon cartridge, follow these steps:1. If the power is Off (O), go to Step 3.2. If the power i

5. Push the ribbon guide toward the back of the printer and lift theribbon guide up.Note: You may find it easier to remove the ribbon guide bylift

PrefaceThis guide describes the basic operating procedures for the IBM*4232 Printer Model 302 and should be read and used by those whoinstall or o

Installing the Ribbon CartridgeTo install a new ribbon cartridge, follow these steps:1. Get a new ribbon cartridge and remove it from the package.

4. Align the blue slotted opening on the bottom of the ribboncartridge with the metal post. You may have to turn the blueribbon advance knob to ali

6. Align the holes in the ribbon guide with the ribbon guide posts onthe print head carrier. Press the guide all the way down onthe ribbon guide p

7. To be sure that you have installed the ribbon cartridge correctly,check that:a. The left side of the ribbon cartridge is securely snapped ontoth

8. If necessary, load or reload forms (see the appropriate section inChapter 1, “Setting Up the 4232 Printer Model 302,” dependingon your forms de

Chapter 4. Using the Operator Print TestsThis chapter describes the print tests you can perform to: Demonstrate printing capabilities Adjust prin

When a test is not running, pressing Return or Cancel Print tells theprinter to exit test mode and perform a partial reset. If you pressReturn, th

Printer DemonstrationYou can print samples of all the available print qualities,representative charts, bar codes, and bit image graphics, by using

Top of Form AlignmentYou can print a single line of text to help in setting the top of formposition using the Top of Form Alignment test. The test

The printer then displays4. If the H’s do not print where you want your top of form position,you can adjust the setting with the following keys:Lin

 Appendix B, “Problem Solving,” describes how to diagnose andsolve printer problems. Appendix C, “Forms Information,” describes the types of for

Left Margin AlignmentYou can print a single line of text to help in setting the left marginposition using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You can

The printer also prints a single line of H’s.4. If the H’s do not start where you want your left margin, pressScroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printe

7. Press Cancel Print to exit the test and make the printer ready.Press Stop to exit the test and return to the Test Menu (see“General Test Instru

Printer ConfigurationYou can print the current values for each parameter. Eachparameter is shown with its corresponding value printed to the right

|Figure 4-1. Sample Printer Configuration Printout — Parallel Attached4-10 User’s Guide Model 302

Printer VerificationYou can test general print quality and the wires in the print head byusing the Printer Verification test. This test prints ni

The printout should look similar to: Chapter 4. Tests 4-13

4. Compare your printout with the sample printout.Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear andreadable?If YES, go to Step 5.

Bidirectional AdjustmentYou can adjust dot registration and print quality for characterscreated using bidirectional printing. The bidirectional al

PublicationsThe following publications provide information on the 4232 PrinterModel 302.For planning, setup, and operating information, see:IBM 4

The sample printout appears as follows:4-16 User’s Guide Model 302

4. If the default value does not give the best print sample, pressScroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays the same number ofarrows that wer

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Appendix A. Training GuidelineThis appendix is a guideline for operator training. Those morefamiliar with the IBM 4232 Printer Model 302 operation

IntroductionAll operators should know the following: Locations of printer parts The use and functions of the operator panel keys Forms loading

Guideline for TrainingTo introduce a new operator to the printer, use the following steps asa guideline. Change the steps, as needed, to suit your

6. Show the operator how to load forms with emphasis on:Continuous Forms Device (F1):a. Location and function of the blue tractor locking lever an

Document Insertion Device (F3):a. Location and function of feed rollersb. Location and function of right roller assembly locking leverc. Location a

9. Show the operator how to adjust the forms thickness setting toadjust print quality. Emphasize obtaining a smudge-free topcopy and legibility on

Customer ResponsibilityDiscuss the importance of the operator knowing what is and what isnot customer responsibility. The customer is responsible

For service information, see:IBM 4230 and 4232 Printers Maintenance Analysis Procedures,SA40-0571. This manual is a guide for servicing the IBM 4

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Appendix B. Problem SolvingWhen the printer displays a status code, you need to know whataction to take to recover from the displayed condition. T

Using the Status Code and Problem ListingsWhen a problem with the printer occurs, the printer displays a statuscode and message. The message on th

Status CodesContinuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device(F2): 1. Press Stop. 2. Load forms.3. Be sure that the forms are loaded co

Continuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device(F2): 1. Press Stop.2. Be sure that the forms device is correctly installed.3. Clear th

The operator panel setting for the forms device does not match thedevice installed. Be sure that the forms device setting is correct (seeChapter 1,

2. Reenter the correct operation.3. See IBM 4232 Printer Model 302 Operator Panel Instructions formore information.Auto Sheet Feeder (F4):1. Press

Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) and Document Insertion Device(F3): 1. Press Stop.2. Remove the paper from the printer.3. Place paper in the load po

Continuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device(F2):The computer has requested a cut form. The forms device installeddoes not handle cu

Paper PresentSensorTo clean this sensor:1. Turn the power Off (O).2. Remove the ribbon.3. Hold the sensor in place by pushing it down with a finger

IntroductionYour IBM 4232 Printer Model 302 is a wire-matrix printer with manyfeatures to help you perform your work efficiently. Your printercomb

1. Turn the power Off (O).2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|).3. If the printer displays this status code again, or if the printerdispl

This is an informational message. The printer displays this messageafter you press Hex Print. Press Start. All data will print inhexadecimal code u

1. Press Stop.2. Be sure that the print head movement is not blocked.3. Press Start to resume printing.4. If the printer displays any of these s

1. Turn the power Off (O).2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|).3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service.1. Tur

1. Turn the power Off (O).2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|).3. If the power-on test is successful, resubmit the print job.4. If the p

This is an informational message. The access cover and front paperdoor should be closed while the printer is printing. If the accesscover or front

The OCR-A and OCR-B print languages have fixed CPI and PrintQuality settings. For these print languages, the CPI must be set to10 CPI and the Prin

1. Turn the power Off (O).2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|).3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service.1. Ins

1. Turn the power Off (O).2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|).3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service.3ðð P

1. Turn the power Off (O).2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|).3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service.7Cð PR

You can set line spacing to the following lines per inch (LPI) from theoperator panel. LPI represents the number of lines to be printed pervertica

1. Turn the power Off (O).2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|).3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service.| Pre

1. Turn the power Off (O).FE3 PRINTER BOARD FAILURESEE USER'S GUIDEFE4 PRINTER BOARD FAILURESEE USER'S GUIDEFE5 PRINTER BOARD FAILURESEE

2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|).3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service.These status messages are corre

Problem List IndexTable B-1. Forms ProblemsProblem PageForms do not advance or overprint occurs B-27Forms buckle, wrinkle, jam, or tear B-28Forms

Table B-3. Miscellaneous ProblemsProblem PageWrong language set B-36First print character in wrong place B-36Overprinting B-27Characters off regi

3. Locate the gears on the forms device and turn them whilechecking for noticeable binds. For the F1 and F2 forms devices, check that the tractor

Left RollerAssemblyRight RollerAssemblyFeed RollsRoller AssembliesDocument Insertion Device (F3)GearsAuto Sheet Feeder (F4)Figure B-2. F3 and F4 F

Problem ListWarning: When using a Continuous Forms (F1) Device, never pullor unload forms in the downward direction, or you may damage thedevice.

Problem: Forms buckle, twist, jam, or paper holes tear1: The right tractor is adjusted incorrectly.Solution: Move the right tractor to obtain the

9: The forms are defective.Solution: Try unloading the forms and then reloading forms (seethe forms loading procedures in Chapter 1, “Setting Up th

Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4232 Printer Model302The following sections describe how to install the IBM* 4232 PrinterModel 302. The installation proc

Problem: Forms do not feed past print head1: The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) settingneeds to be changed.Solution: See the procedur

Problem: Forms do not stack correctly1: The forms do not stack correctly on the table behind the printer.Solution: Use the recommended table (see I

Problem: Printing off the form or out of the desired area withthe Document Insertion Device (F3) only1: The form is skewed or the vertical adjustm

Print Quality and Ribbon ProblemsProblem: Unreadable characters1: The ribbon is dry or worn.Solution: Check the ribbon and replace it if it is dry

Problem: Ribbon smudging forms1: The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) settingneeds to be changed.Solution: See the procedure for adjust

Problem: Wavy print lines1: Continuous Forms Device (F1) only: the forms tension setting isincorrect.Solution: Check the tension setting. See Chapt

Problem: Ribbon not moving1: The ribbon cartridge is not properly installed.Solution: Remove and then reinstall the same ribbon. SeeChapter 3, “Re

Appendix C. Forms InformationThe following chapter describes the forms specifications, quality, andrestrictions needed for use with the 4232 Print

Continuous Forms — F1 or F2DimensionsForms Maximum MinimumWidth 381 mm (15 in.) 76.2 mm (3 in.)Length 355.6 mm (14 in.) 76.2 mm (3 in.)ThicknessTh

Cut Sheet Forms — F3DimensionsForms Maximum MinimumWidth 381 mm (15 in.) 76.2 mm (3 in.)Length 355.6 mm (14 in.) 177.8 mm (7 in.)ThicknessThe thick

Beginning Printer InstallationTo install the printer, follow these steps:1. Be sure that you have the following items:Acoustic CoverRibbon Cartrid

Cut Sheet Forms — F4All paper used in the Auto Sheet Feeder should be new and withoutpackaging damage. The papers defined below are consideredacce

WeightThe basis weight for the paper should be 60 to 100 g/mò (16 to 27lb).CompositionPlain bond paper of one of the following compositions should

Additional Forms RestrictionsFor best results when printing, the following forms restrictions apply:  Fastening recommendations:– Form plies mus

 For the F3 forms device:– You should design forms so that no printing takes placewithin 12.7 mm (0.5 in.) of either the left edge or the rightedg

Positioning FormsWhen you design the forms layout for your printer, keep the physicaldimensions and forms quality in mind. See Figure C-1 onpage

.D/ Last Print PositionFor continuous forms: The minimum distance between the center of the right marginholes and the end of the last print positi

Pos. 1ACDPerforationB136 Positions at 10 CPI163 Positions at 12 CPI204 Positions at 15 CPI227 Positions at 16.7 CPI233 Positions at 17.1 CPI272 Po

ACDPos. 1B136 Positions at 10 C PI163 Positions at 12 C PI204 Positions at 15 CPI227 Positions at 16.7 CPI233 Positions at 17.1 CPI272 Positions at

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Appendix D. Declaration of IBM ProductNoise Emission ValuesThe following tables show the noise emission values for the 4232Printer Model 302.Notes:

2. Place the printer at the workstation (printer stand or table of yourchoice). Be sure that you have access to both the front and therear of the p

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| Appendix E. Cabling Information| Serial Attachment| The printer attaches to a host or controller by one of two serial| interfaces, RS-232C or R

| Recommended Attachment Cables for PCs and Compatible| Serial Ports| Interface| Type| Cable| Part Number| Feature| Number| Bulk Cable| Part Numbe

| Cable Configurations| Cable configurations depend on the computer or devices and| machines in the controlling system.| The following diagrams sh

|Local Duplex — DTR or XON/XOFF Pacing, Status Reporting(7)(2)(7)(3)(20)(6)(3)(2)(5)(4)(5)(4)(20)(6)SGRXDDTRDSRSGTXDRTSCTSTXDRXDCTSRTSDTRDSRComput

|Local Duplex — XON/XOFF Pacing, Status Reporting(7 )(2 )(7 )(3 )(2 0 )(6 )(3 )(2 )(2 0 )(6 )SGRXDDTRSGTXDRTSCTSTXDRXDCTSRTSDSR(4 )DTR(5 )(5 )(4 )D

| Parallel Attachment| The 4232 supports the IBM Parallel Printer Interface. A single 36-pin| connector is mounted on the adapter card.| The PC-p

GlossaryThis glossary defines important 4232Printer Model 302 abbreviations andterms. It includes information fromthe IBM Dictionary of Computing,

made up of three automaticallyoperated input bins and a bindesigned for manual sheet insertion,and an F4 forms device.Bbaud. The rate at which da

general printing requirements on cutsheet forms.Document on Demand feature. Afeature that moves continuous formswithin the printer so that a blankf

6. Find the orange tie on the right side of the printer to the left ofthe print head. Carefully cut the orange tie and remove it fromthe printer.

MMaintenance Analysis Procedures(MAP). A maintenance documentthat gives an IBM servicerepresentative a step-by-step| procedure for tracing a symp

partial reset. An action that returnsthe printer to the currentconfiguration values.platen. A backing, usuallycylindrical, against which printing

Sserial interface. An interfacewhere data is exchanged betweenthe computer and the printer one bitat a time.slotted opening. A space on thebotto

IndexAaccess cover 2-5acoustic coverdescription 2-5reinstalling 1-114removing 1-114adjustmentsprint quality 1-35tractor tension 1-37, 1-68alarm

data losscancel function 2-23switching power off 2-3diagram 1-11, 2-9display 2-10Document Insertion Device (F3)adjustmentsforms thickness 1-99le

forms device (continued)F2 (Dual Purpose Forms Device)(continued)print verification test 1-63F3 (Document Insertion Device)check out installation 1

loading forms (continued)F3 (Document Insertion Device)(continued)prepare to load 1-90locationsaccess cover 2-5diagram 2-2operator panel 1-11, 2-

print language 2-13print mode 2-13print quality adjustmentsF1 (Continuous FormsDevice) 1-35F2 (Dual Purpose FormsDevice) 1-67F3 (Document Inserti

problem list (no status codedisplayed) (continued)miscellaneous problems(continued)printing off forms B-32wrong language set B-36print quality/rib

setup, printer (continued)F1 (Continuous Forms Device)(continued)prepare to load F1forms 1-21print verification test for the F1forms device 1-30F2

7. Consult the following figure and then find the large orange knoband orange shipping brace in the center of the printer. Unscrewthe knob and remo

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Installing the Ribbon Cartridge and GuideThe following sections describe preparation, installation, andverification of the ribbon cartridge.To ins

5. Align the blue slotted opening on the bottom of the ribboncartridge with the metal post. You may need to turn the blueribbon advance knob to ali

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7. Align the holes in the ribbon guide with the ribbon guide posts onthe print head carrier. Press the guide all the way down onthe posts until th

8. To be sure you have installed the ribbon cartridge correctly,check that:a. The left side of the ribbon cartridge is securely snapped ontothe pri

Preparing for Forms Device InstallationTo prepare for installing the forms device, follow these steps:CAUTION:The construction of this machine pro

2. If you received your printer without an operator panel templateinstalled, you must install the template shipped with the printer.To install the

4. Turn the power On (|).Note: Do not turn the printer power Off (O) during setup unlessinstructed to do so.The printer does the following:a. All

d. Press Stop.The printer may displayand thenIgnore these messages until you have attached the printer toyour computer. (Press Stop to turn off t

4) Try another electrical device (such as a lamp) in theoutlet.5) If the outlet is working, connect the printer to the outletagain. Return to Step

9. Press Enter to select this category.10. Press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays11. Press Enter to select this parameter.12. Press

d. Press Enter.The printer displayse. Press Enter to save the configuration changes.The printer displays15. Turn the power Off (O).16. Slide the

Selecting the Forms Device Installation ProcedureSelect the forms device installation procedure you will use: Go to “Installing and Using the Cont

Note! Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read thegeneral information under “Notices” on page ix.| Second Edit

Installing and Using the Continuous Forms Device(F1)The following sections describe how to install and use theContinuous Forms Device (F1).Note:

3. Lower the forms device into the printer behind the platen rod sothat the bottom metal bar enters the printer first. Align the endsof the forms d

6. To be sure that you have installed the forms device correctly,look at the following figure and compare it to your printer. Checkboth the left a

Preparing to Load FormsTo prepare to load forms in the F1 forms device, follow these steps:1. Slide the print head to the far left side of the prin

4. Open both of the blue tractor doors.

Loading Forms in the F1 Forms DeviceTo load forms in the F1 forms device, follow these steps:1. Feed the form into the bottom front of the printer.

2. Align and put the left paper holes of the form over the lefttractor pins. Close the left blue tractor door.Blue Tractor Door1-24 User’s Guide M

3. Move the right tractor until the right paper holes of the form fiton the right tractor pins. Be sure that the forms are straight.Tractor Pins4.

5. Close the access cover. Then close the paper door by pulling itout and pushing it down until it latches.6. To align the top of form position, f

c. Press Micro ↑, Micro ↓, or Line Feed to move the form sothat the position of the first line you want to print is in thecenter of the flat platen

ContentsNotices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ixElectronic Emission Notices ... ixTradema

7. To adjust the forms tension:a. Open the front paper door as follows:1) Pull the door up until it will not go any higher.2) Push the door back s

c. Press Start.The printer displaysand then may displayIgnore this message until you have attached the printer toyour computer. (Press Stop to tu

Using the Printer Verification Test for the F1 FormsDeviceTo run the printer verification test, follow these steps:1. Turn the power On (|) if not

5. Press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays6. Press Enter or Start to print this test. The Ready indicatorcomes on and printing begins

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9. Compare your printout with the sample printout.Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear andreadable?If YES, go to Step 10.

Setup and Checkout CompleteYou have completed a simple setup and checkout of the printer.IBM recommends that you print your power-on custom set(Cu

Adjusting the Print QualityAfter the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that theprint quality is satisfactory. Good print quality in

 Left Margin and Top of Form PositionThe adjustment of the first print position can affect theappearance of the output, especially if you are usi

Adjusting the Tractor TensionThe tractor tension adjustment controls the amount of buckle theforms have after they are loaded in the printer. Since

Adjusting the Forms Thickness Setting ... 1-70Adjusting the Left Margin ... 1-72Adjusting the Top of Form Position ...

Adjusting the Forms Thickness SettingTo adjust the lightness or darkness of the print, you must increase ordecrease the gap between the print head

4. When you release the key, the printer automatically saves thecurrent value.Note: The J’s indicate the position of the print head relative to th

Adjusting the Forms TensionThe forms tension lever controls the tension on the forms. The blueforms tension knob lets you adjust the setting of th

Decreasing Forms Tension: To decrease tension on the forms,follow these steps:1. Loosen the blue forms tension knob by rotating the knobcounterclo

Adjusting the Left MarginYou can print a single line of text to help in setting the left marginposition using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You

The printer also prints a single line of H’s.5. If the H’s do not start where you want your left margin, pressScroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printe

Adjusting the Top of Form PositionThe Micro ↑ and Micro ↓ keys control fine vertical movement. Eachtime you press these keys, the printer moves th

2. If the first print line is not where you want it to be, press Micro ↑,Micro ↓, or Line Feed until it reaches the desired line.Note: If you need

Adjusting the Print AlignmentYou can adjust dot registration and print quality for characterscreated using bidirectional printing. The bidirection

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5. If the default value does not give the best print sample, pressScroll ↓ or Scroll ↑ until the printer displays the same number ofarrows that we

Unloading FormsTo unload forms from the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Press Stop.The printer displays2. Open the acoustic cover.3. Gras

5. Remove the form or forms from the top of the printer.Warning: Do not remove forms by pulling them out from thebottom. Damage to the forms devi

Removing the Continuous Forms Device (F1)Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a differentforms device, make sure you change the

4. Push the metal bar at the bottom of the device toward the rear ofthe printer until the forms device unlocks.Bottom of Forms DeviceMetal Bar5. G

Installing and Using the Dual Purpose Forms Device(F2)The following sections describe how to install and use the DualPurpose Forms Device (F2).Note

2. Unlock the right blue locking lever and move the right tractorassembly to the extreme right.Blue SlidingGuidesBlue Locking LeverBottom Metal Ba

4. Look through the front bottom opening in the printer and find themetal bar at the bottom of the forms device.5. Grasp the metal bar with BOTH ha

Preparing to Load FormsTo prepare to load forms in the F2 forms device, follow these steps:1. Slide the print head to the far left side of the pri

Loading Forms in the F2 Forms DeviceTo load forms in the F2 forms device, follow these steps:1. Turn the power On (|) (see “Power-On Test” on page

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4. Feed the form into the printer until the paper is on at least twotractor pins on each side. Be sure that the form goes under theblue forms guid

6. Move the right tractor assembly and blue sliding guides untilthe right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins.Besure that the for

8. Evenly space the blue sliding guides between the tractors.Sliding Guides9. Perform an autoload by pressing Load/Eject, and the form willautomat

10. If you adjusted the load position, press Set Top of Form to keepthe load position consistent with the top of form position.Pressing Set Top of

Using the Printer Verification Test for the F2 FormsDeviceTo run the printer verification test, follow these steps:1. Turn the power On (|) if not

5. Press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays6. Press Enter or Start to print this test. The Ready indicatorcomes on and printing begins

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9. Compare your printout with the sample printout.Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear andreadable?If YES, go to Step 10.

Setup and Checkout CompleteYou have completed a simple setup and checkout of the printer.IBM recommends that you print your power-on custom set(Cu

Adjusting the Print QualityAfter the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that theprint quality is satisfactory. Good print quality in

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 Tear-off PositionBy moving the perforations in continuous forms close to the tearbar, you can separate the forms more easily. To adjust the te

3. Adjust the right tractor as necessary: Unlock and move the tractor toward the left side of theprinter to loosen the tension on the forms. Unlo

Adjusting the Forms Thickness SettingTo adjust the lightness or darkness of the print, you must increase ordecrease the gap between the print head

4. When you release the key, the printer automatically saves thecurrent value.Note: The J’s indicate the position of the print head relative to th

Adjusting the Left MarginYou can print a single line of text to help in setting the left marginposition using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You

The printer also prints a single line of H’s.5. If the H’s do not start where you want your left margin, pressScroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printe

Adjusting the Top of Form PositionThe Micro ↑ and Micro ↓ keys control fine vertical movement. Eachtime you press these keys, the printer moves th

2. If the first print line is not where you want it to be, press Micro ↑,Micro ↓, or Line Feed until it reaches the desired line.Note: If you need

Adjusting the Tear-off PositionThe Dual Purpose Forms Device Document on Demand featuresallow you to tear off a form using the tear bar upon compl

Note: If the last page of the form feeds past the forms sensor,the printer displaysand pressing Load/Eject ejects the paper.To remove the form, fo