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Lexmark 2500 - User Manual

Lexmark 2500
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Forms Printer 2500 Series
User's Guide
July 2007 www.lexmark.com
Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
© 2007 Lexmark International, Inc.
All rights reserved.
740 West New Circle Road
Lexington, Kentucky 40550

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • E
    Edward Chung MDAug 19, 2025
    How to clear paper jam in Lexmark 2500?
    • D
      Donald PughAug 19, 2025
      To clear a continuous forms paper jam in your Lexmark printer: * Turn the printer off. * Detach any continuous forms that have already printed. * Tear the continuous forms off at the perforation line just below the bottom of the printer. * Open the front cover. * Open the left and right tractor doors, and then remove the paper. * Remove the ribbon access cover to clear any torn paper. * Remove torn perforation strips or bits of paper from the paper path.
  • L
    ldavisAug 21, 2025
    Why my Lexmark Printer does not feed paper?
    • S
      steven11Aug 21, 2025
      If your Lexmark printer is not feeding paper, try the following: * Remove all forms and pieces of paper. * Readjust the right tractor position. * Make sure the forms thickness lever is set correctly for the paper type being used. * Press Load/Unload to release the continuous form paper from a parked status. * Make sure the right paper guide is set correctly for the paper width being used. * Make sure the Auto Cut Sheet Load option is set correctly. * Make sure the paper select lever is in the correct position for the type of sheet you are trying to print.
  • J
    Jamie HarrisAug 25, 2025
    How to resolve paper jam in Auto Sheet Feeder of Lexmark 2500 Printer?
    • Y
      yriosAug 25, 2025
      To resolve a paper jam in the Auto Sheet Feeder of your Lexmark printer: * Remove the paper. * Align the edges of the paper, and then reload the paper. * Remove foreign objects from the Auto Sheet Feeder.
  • Z
    Zachary GlassAug 26, 2025
    What to do if Lexmark 2500 power light is off?
    • T
      tracicookAug 26, 2025
      If the power light on your Lexmark printer is off, even when the power switch is on: * Make sure the power cord is correctly connected at both ends. * Verify that the power source works. * Turn the printer off and then back on.
  • D
    David BaileyAug 28, 2025
    How to fix smudged print on Lexmark 2500?
    • G
      Gabriel RodriguezAug 28, 2025
      If the print on your Lexmark printer is smudged or too dark: * Make sure the forms thickness lever is in the appropriate position for the paper being used. * Make sure the ribbon is installed correctly. * Untwist or untangle the ribbon. * Remove the ribbon slack using the ribbon advance knob. * Remove and replace the ribbon cartridge.
  • S
    Sean JacksonAug 30, 2025
    Why is my Lexmark 2500 Printer printing slow?
    • D
      David FullerAug 30, 2025
      If your Lexmark printer's speed slows down: * Make sure the forms thickness lever setting is appropriate for the thickness of the forms being used. * Select resident fonts.
  • B
    Bill SmithSep 1, 2025
    How to stop Lexmark 2500 from printing beyond the edges?
    • G
      gwebbSep 1, 2025
      To stop your Lexmark printer from printing beyond the edges of continuous forms: * Change the program so that the selected paper size is the same as the actual paper size. * Adjust tractors or paper guides to align with the paper being used. * Make sure the ribbon cartridge is correctly installed. * Clear any paper jam. * Turn the printer off and then back on.
  • I
    istaffordSep 3, 2025
    Why Lexmark 2500 Printer does not feed from the Auto Sheet Feeder?
    • M
      Megan McdonaldSep 3, 2025
      If your Lexmark printer is not feeding from the Auto Sheet Feeder: * Set the Auto Sheet Feeder locking lever to the back position. * Set the paper select lever to the position. * Enter Setup mode and set the option to On. * Remove extra sheets of paper if more than 150 sheets are loaded. * Remove all paper, and then replace it with paper that has a lower weight. * Clean the Auto Sheet Feeder rollers.
  • J
    Jordan MullinsSep 5, 2025
    Why does my Lexmark Printer print incorrect characters?
    • E
      erin90Sep 5, 2025
      If your Lexmark printer prints incorrect characters, the left margin changes, or printing stops: * Make sure the printer cable is properly shielded and correctly connected at both ends. * Select the correct driver.
  • J
    Jordan TorresSep 7, 2025
    How to fix skewed paper feed from Auto Sheet Feeder on Lexmark 2500 Printer?
    • O
      oleeSep 7, 2025
      If paper fed from the Auto Sheet Feeder is skewed on your Lexmark printer: * Adjust the left and right paper guides to fit the paper width being used. * Remove paper from the paper bin. * Fan the paper, and then reload it.

Summary

Safety Information

Learning About the Printer

Printer Overview

Provides a general overview of the printer's front view and components.

Printer Back View

Details components visible on the back of the printer.

Using the Control Panel

Understanding Control Panel Buttons

Explains functions of Layer 1 and Layer 2 control panel buttons.

Understanding Control Panel Lights

Details status and meaning of control panel indicator lights.

Setting Printer Online or Offline

Steps to set printer to online or offline status for data acceptance.

Advancing Paper

Instructions on using control panel buttons to advance paper.

Load;Unload Function

How to use the Load/Unload button for continuous paper.

Locking and Unlocking Control Panel

Procedures to restrict or enable control panel functions.

Loading Paper

Setting the Forms Thickness Lever

Guide to adjusting the forms thickness lever based on paper type.

Paper Paths

Explains different paper paths for push and pull tractors.

Using the Tear Off Function

How to use the Tear Off function for continuous forms.

Paper and Specialty Media Guide

Changing Tractor Positions

Push Tractor Position

Describes the default front tractor installation for continuous forms.

Pull Tractor Position

Describes how the front tractor unit functions as a pull tractor.

Understanding Setup Mode and Menu Options

Using Setup Mode

Guide to accessing and navigating the printer's Setup mode for configuration.

Maintaining the Printer

Ordering Supplies

Lists part numbers for ordering printer supply items.

Removing the Ribbon Cartridge

Step-by-step instructions for removing the printer's ribbon cartridge.

Cleaning the Printer

Procedures for cleaning the printer's exterior and interior components.

Administrative Support

Restoring Factory Default Settings

Instructions for resetting the printer to its original factory default configurations.

Troubleshooting

Checking an Unresponsive Printer

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with a non-responsive printer.

Testing the Printer

Guide on running a printer test page to check functionality.

Notices

Edition Notice

Provides publication details and copyright information.

Lexmark 2500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyInkjet
Print ColorColor
Maximum Print Resolution4800 x 1200 dpi
FunctionsPrint, Scan, Copy
ConnectivityUSB
Paper Handling100-sheet input tray

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