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Table 15. MAP 0190: Forms Feed Problems (continued)
Step Questions/Actions Yes No
18.
Make the following checks:
a. Forms input and output stacking follows the
recommendations in “Forms Stacking
Recommendations” on page 539.
b. Input forms are aligned to feed straight into the
printer.
c. Input forms are not catching on the edge of the
forms carton.
d. Printer is properly positioned on the work surface
(front edge of the printer at the front edge of the
work surface) to provide unrestricted forms feed for
front push, push-pull, and rear pull forms paths.
Note: If there is a feed problem with the rear push
forms path, position the rear edge of the printer at
the rear edge of the work surface.
e. Forms tension between the left and right tractors is
properly adjusted.
Left Margin Left Margin Right Margin Right Margin
Correct Incorrect
f. Forms meet specifications described in “Appendix B.
Supplies, Forms, Paths, & Environmental
Considerations” on page 531.
g. Label forms meet specifications described in
“Appendix B. Supplies, Forms, Paths, &
Environmental Considerations” on page 531.
h. The environment meets the specifications described
in “Environmental Requirements” on page 546.
Are the checks OK?
Go to step 19 on page 114. Repair, as needed.
Run T&D in automatic mode to
verify correct printer operation.
For Model A00, see “How To Run
the Test and Diagnostic (T&D)
Programs” on page 161. For
Models 001, 002, or 003, see
“How To Run the Test and
Diagnostic (T&D) Programs” on
page 201. Continue with step 12
on page 110.
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