Epson LQ-2170 User Manual
Replacing the Ribbon
When printing becomes faint, you need to replace the ribbon
cartridge. Use the EPSON ribbon cartridges listed below for best
results. Genuine EPSON ribbons are designed to work properly
with your EPSON printer; their high quality ensures proper
operation and a long life for the print head and other printer parts.
Using any other ribbon may damage your printer.
cartridge. Use the EPSON ribbon cartridges listed below for best
results. Genuine EPSON ribbons are designed to work properly
with your EPSON printer; their high quality ensures proper
operation and a long life for the print head and other printer parts.
Using any other ribbon may damage your printer.
Printer model
Ribbon cartridge
Ribbon pack
LQ-2170
S015083
S010031
S015086
S010033
To replace the ribbon cartridge, follow the steps in “Installing the
Ribbon Cartridge” in Chapter 1.
Ribbon Cartridge” in Chapter 1.
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Warning:
If the printer has been used recently, the print head may be hot.
Let it cool before attempting to replace the ribbon.
Let it cool before attempting to replace the ribbon.
Note:
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Do not use a ribbon cartridge designed for 9-pin printers.
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The ribbon pack can be replaced only four times, after which you
must replace ribbon cartridge itself.
must replace ribbon cartridge itself.
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Maintenance and Transportation
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