Epson LX 300+II Reference Guide

114 Options and Consumables
Follow these steps to install or replace the ribbon cartridge:
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.
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Warning:
If you have just used the printer, the print head may be hot; let it
cool for a few minutes before replacing the ribbon cartridge.
2. Open the printer cover to the upright position, then pull it
up to remove it.
3. Make sure the print head is in the middle of the printer.
(If not, make sure it is not hot, then use your hand to slide it
to the middle.)
4. Remove the used ribbon cartridge from the printer.
5. Remove the new ribbon cartridge from its package and turn
the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the arrow to
remove any slack from the ribbon so it is easier to install.

Epson LX 300+II Specifications

Power

rated voltage	120V AC
input voltage range	99 to 132V, 198 to 164V
rated frequency range	50 to 60 Hz
input frequency range	49.5 to 60.5 Hz
power consumption	Approx. 23W (ISO/IEC 10561 Letter Pattern)

Performance

print speed high speed draft	337 cps (12 cpi)
print speed draft	225 cps (10 cpi)
print speed near letter quality	56 cps (10 cpi)
sound level	49 dBA (ISO 7779 pattern)
mtbf	6, 000 POH (25% duty cycle)
print head life	400 million characters
ribbon life	3 million characters (draft, 10 cpi, 14 dots/character)

Weight and Dimensions

carton dimensions	14.5" x 17.6" x 8.6" (W x D x H)
carton weight	12.10 lb
height	6.26" (159 mm)
width	14.42" (366 mm)
depth	10.84" (275 mm)
weight	9.7 lb (4.4 kg)