Epson FX 890 - B/W Dot-matrix Printer User Manual

FX-1180/FX-880 Service Manual
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
Rev. B
3-1
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Table 3-14. Repairing the Printer Mechanism (continued)
Symptom Cause Checkpoint Solution
▼ Problem: Paper is stained with ink.
Ink stains appear on
printed areas.
The ribbon mask is
positioned incorrectly.
Check if the ribbon
mask is installed in the
correct position.
Reinstall the ribbon
mask.
The platen gap is not
adjusted correctly.
Set the gap adjustment
lever to the first position,
and check the platen
gap. The correct platen
gap is 0.365±0.015.
Adjust the platen
gap. Refer to the
chapter 5
Adjustment .
▼ Problem: The printer continues to print after paper ends or when no paper is loaded.
The printer keeps
printing beyond the
end of the page.
The PE detector is
defective.
Check if the PE detector
is bad.
Replace the PE
detector.

Epson FX 890 - B/W Dot-matrix Printer Specifications

General

Brand	Epson
Model	FX 890 - B/W Dot-matrix Printer
Category	Printer
Language	English