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11.4 Replacing printer paper
To replace the printer paper roll, proceed as follows:
1. Pull open the door located on the top of the analyzer to access the
printer.
2. Remove the empty roll of printer paper.
Any standard 58 mm wide paper used in calculators or cash registers (refer
to the consumables list in Chapter 6.2) can be used on the printer.
3. Obtain a new roll of printer paper.
4. Place the spindle through the paper roll and snap it into the paper holder.
The paper must unroll from the top.
5. Make sure the edge of the paper is cut straight, if necessary cut the
paper.
6. Engage the paper into the printhead, between the metallic support of the
printhead and the printhead itself.
Loss of data due to insufficient maintenance of the printer.
If archiving of the test results is required:
• Take care to install the printer paper properly, see Chapter 11.4.
• Replace the printer ribbon before it is worn out.
• Take care to install the printer ribbon properly, see Chapter 11.5.
• Keep the printing mechanism clean from dust and dirt.
Note: The readability of printouts depends on the proper installation of
the printer paper, the printer ribbon, the ribbon's age and usage as well
as the cleanliness of the print head.
If printouts are required, check these parameters before usage.
Figure 11-3 Printer paper roll