English 8. To remove the journal paper roll, first lift the take-up spool and cut the paper. Then remove the take-up spool. See illustration 6 . 9. For either a journal or receipt paper roll, next press the release lever (marked PRESS ) on the appropriate side of the printer, pull out the paper, and remove the roll. 6 ✄ Inserting Slip Paper Notes: Do not use wrinkled, folded, or curled paper. Use only slip paper that matches the printer’s specifications. To prevent paper jams, install both paper rolls in the printer even if you plan to print only on slip paper. 1. When the SLIP LED flashes, insert slip paper, using the right edge of the slip paper inlet as a guide. See illustration 7 . 2.
When the printer detects the paper, it automatically draws it in and begins printing. CAUTION: Be sure to put the caution label exactly in the position shown. If you put it another place, such as over the slip paper inlet, the printer may be damaged. Installing a Ribbon Use the EPSON ERC-31. The use of any ribbon cassettes other than those approved by Epson may damage the printer and will void the warranty. 1. Turn the printer on and open the ribbon cover. 2. Turn the ribbon cassette’s knob 2 or 3 times in the direction of the arrow in illustration 8 to take up any slack. 3.
Insert the ribbon in the printer and rotate the cassette’s knob 2 or 3 more times to place the ribbon in the correct position. 8 6 TM-U950 User’s Manual ght a it 7