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Replacing the ribbon cartridge – Epson 9-Pin Dot Matrix Printer FX-2180 User Manual

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Press the Operate button to turn off
the printer. The printer is off when
the surface of the Operate button is
even with the button protectors as
shown.

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Caution:
Moving the print head while the printer
is on may damage the printer.

Unplug the printer from the electrical
outlet.

Open the paper guide cover. Then lift
the printer cover by its back edge and
pull it straight up and off the printer.

Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge

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To replace the ribbon cartridge, follow the steps below.

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Warning:
You will need to move the print head by hand to replace the ribbon cartridge. If you have just used
the printer, the print head may be hot; let it cool for a few minutes before touching it.

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