Directions for Use Chapter 2 Setting Up the Electrocardiograph 21
Loading the Thermal Chart Paper
1. Squeeze the latch. Pull the paper door to the left. See Figure 14.
If any paper remains in the tray, remove it.
2. Remove the outer packaging, including the cardboard bottom, from a new pack of
paper. Pull the top sheet back so that the paper’s grid side faces up and the Welch
Allyn name is on the bottom of the paper.
3. Slide the paper into the tray. See Figure 15.
If humidity is high, remove up to 10 sheets so that the paper fits properly.
4. Lay the top sheet over the paper door. Push the door to the right until it clicks.
See Figure 16.
Figure 16. Closing the Paper Door
Figure 14. Opening the Paper Door Figure 15. Loading the Paper
Latch
Paper tray
Tips for handling thermal paper:
• Store in a cool, dry, dark place.
• Avoid exposure to bright light or UV sources.
• Avoid exposure to solvents, adhesives, or cleaning
fluids.
• Do not store with vinyls, plastics, or shrink wraps.
Tear bar