Epson C117001-N User Manual - Page 45

Using the Two-Tractor System The DFX-5000's paper handling system consists of a front push tractor and a rear push tractor. Both tractors are easy to load and operate, and both accommodate a wide variety of paper types, including labels and multi-part forms. The printer automatically adjusts to the thickness of your loaded paper, so you don't need to make any manual adjustments for paper thickness settings. You can use any width continuous paper, from 4 to 16 inches wide. However, the width of your printed text must be narrower than the size of the paper you are using-otherwise, you might damage the printer by printing on the platen. If you are going to use more than two types of paper, it's best to load the paper you use most often onto the rear tractor. That way you can reserve the front tractor, which is easier to reach, for the paper you change more frequently. Always use the front tractor for printing on labels. Positioning the paper supply Since the DFX-5000 can be loaded with continuous paper from both the front and the rear, be sure to leave enough room around the printer for the two stacks of fresh paper as well a third stack of printed output. It is also important to keep both stacks of fresh paper aligned with the printer so that the paper can feed smoothly into the printer. 2-2 Loading and Using Paper