Epson LQ-2170 User manual

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EPSON®

24-Pin Dot Matrix Printer

LQ-2170

system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying,

recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation.

No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information

contained herein.

Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this

product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or

third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized

modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product.

Seiko Epson Corporation and its affiliates shall not be liable against any damages or

problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those

designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by Seiko Epson

Corporation.

EPSON and EPSON ESC/P are registered trademarks and EPSON ESC/P 2 is a trademark

of Seiko Epson Corporation.

EPSON Connection is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.

General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be

trademarks of their respective companies.

User’s Guide

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FCC Compliance Statement

For United States Users

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and

used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.

❏Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

❏Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

❏Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected

❏Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING

The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will

invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which

exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the

user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this

equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused

interfaces.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the

user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-

Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le

materiel brouilleur du Canada.

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Declaration of Conformity

According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014

Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi,

Nagano-ken 392 Japan

Representative: EPSON EUROPE B.V.

Address: Prof. J. H. Bavincklaan 5 1183 AT Amstelveen

The Netherlands

Declares that the Product:

Product Name: Dot Matrix Printer

Type Name: LQ-2170

Model: P910A

Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s):

Directive 89/336/EEC: EN 55022 Class B

EN 50082-1

IEC 801-2

IEC 801-3

IEC 801-4

Directive 73/23/EEC:

EN 60950

Directive 90/384/EEC:

EN 45501

August 1995

M. Hamamoto

President of EPSON EUROPE B.V.

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Where to Get Help for

United States Users

EPSON provides customer support and service through a nationwide

network of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers.

EPSON also provides the following support services in the U.S. and

Canada through the EPSON Connection at (800) 922-8911:

❏Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and

operation of EPSON products

❏Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller or

Customer Care Center

❏Customer Relations

❏EPSON technical information library fax service

❏Product literature on current and new products

You can purchase ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and

accessories for your EPSON products from EPSON Accessories at

(800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales only). In Canada, call (800) BUY-EPSON for

sales locations.

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CompuServe®online support

If you have a modem, the fastest way to access helpful tips, specifications,

drivers, application notes, and bulletins is through the Epson America

Forum on CompuServe.

If you are not currently a member of CompuServe, you are eligible for a

free introductory membership as an owner of an EPSON product. This

membership entitles you to:

❏An introductory $15 credit on CompuServe

❏Your own user ID and password

❏A complimentary subscription to CompuServe Magazine,

CompuServe’s monthly publication.

To take advantage of this offer, call (800) 848-8199 in the United States

and Canada and ask for representative #529. In other countries, call

(614) 529-1611 or your local CompuServe access number.

If you are already a CompuServe member, simply type GO EPSON at the

menu prompt to reach the Epson America Forum.

For United Kingdom Users

Use of options

Epson (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or problems

arising from the use of any options or consumable products other than

those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved

Products by Epson (UK) Limited.

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Safety information

Warning:

This appliance must be earthed. Refer to rating plate for voltage and check that

the appliance voltage corresponds to the supply voltage.

Important:

The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance

with the following code:

Green and yellow - Earth

Blue - Neutral

Brown - Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not

correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your

plug, proceed as follows:

❏The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the

plug which is marked with the letter E or with the earth symbol (G)

or coloured green or green and yellow.

❏The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked

with the letter N or coloured black.

❏The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug

marked with the letter L or coloured red.

If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified

electrician.

Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.

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Important Safety Instructions

Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions to make

sure you use the printer safely and effectively.

❏Turn off and unplug the printer before cleaning. Clean with a damp

cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the printer.

❏Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or

heat register.

❏Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet. Do not

insert objects through the slots.

❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer’s label.

❏Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets. Avoid

using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control

systems that regularly switch on and off.

❏Do not let the power cord become damaged or frayed.

❏If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total

ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not

exceed the cords ampere rating. Also, make sure the total of all

devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

❏Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not attempt to

service the printer yourself.

❏Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel

under the following conditions:

If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the printer; if

the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; if the printer

does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in

performance. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the

operating instructions.

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