Epson FX-870/1170 - Manual (Page 131)

Principles Operation
Front Entrance
Figures 6-17 through 6-20 show the paper paths for the front entrance. The front entrance can be
used with any of the following paper feed methods: friction feed, push tractor feed, pull tractor feed,
or push-pull tractor feed. When the front entrance is used, the front PE sensor senses when paper
is out.
Paper (Continuous),
Paper
Paper Tension Roller
Front PE Sensor
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Lower Paper Guide Roller
Figure 6-17. Paper Path for Friction Feeding Using the Front Entrance
Paper (Continuous),
Paper
Paper Tension Roller
ower Paper Guide Roller
Push Tractor
Figure Paper Path for Push Tractor Feeding Using the Front Entrance
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