Specifications

EPSON FX-880+/FX-1180+

10/01 EPSON FX-880+/FX-1180+

Cleaning the Printer

1. Remove any paper loaded in the printer and turn it off.

2. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet; then

disconnect the interface cable from the printer.

3. Remove the paper guide. If a pull tractor or an optional

cut-sheet feeder is installed, remove it.

4. Use a soft brush to carefully brush away all dust and dirt

from the outer case and paper guide.

5. If the outer case or paper guide is still dirty, clean it with a

soft, clean cloth dampened with mild detergent dissolved in

water. Keep the printer cover closed to prevent water from

getting inside the printer.

Never use alcohols or thinners to clean the printer;

these chemicals can damage the printer components

as well as the case.

Be careful not to get water on the printer mechanism or

electronic components.

Do not use a hard or abrasive brush.

Do not spray the inside of the printer with lubricants;

unsuitable oils can damage the printer mechanism.

Contact an EPSON dealer if you think lubrication is

needed.

Transporting the Printer

If you need to transport your printer some distance, carefully

repack it using the original box and packing materials, as

described below.

You need to move the print head by hand to remove

the ribbon cartridge. If you have just used the printer,

the print head may be hot; let it cool for a few

minutes before touching it.

1. Remove any paper in the printer and turn it off.

2. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet; then

disconnect the interface cable from the printer.

3. Remove the paper guide.

4. If any options are installed, remove them and pack them in

their original boxes.

5. Make sure that the print head is not hot. Then remove the

ribbon cartridge.

6. Make sure the paper tension unit is installed and the tractor

is installed in the rear push position. Also make sure the

printer cover and front cover are closed.

7. Repack the printer, paper guide, ribbon cartridge, and

power cord in the original packing materials and place them

in the printer’s original box.