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Changing the Media Tension

If a meandering persists, raise the tension by one level following the table below.

For details about changing the media tension, refer to Setting the tension according to the paper type and thickness (weight).

Before changing the media tension, perform the following: For details, refer to If a Meandering Has Occurred.

  • Check the media tension

  • Check the position of the media and parts

  • Clean glue sticking on the parts

  • Adjusting the aligning roller

Level

Position of the Tension Roller 2

Aligning Roller

Position of the Tension Roller 4

Air Level of the Paper Feed Loop Fan

Lower the tension

   

   

   

Raise the tension

1

Bottom

Rotate

Bottom

Weak

2

Bottom

Rotate

Bottom

Strong

3

Top

Rotate

Bottom

Weak

4

Top

Rotate

Bottom

Strong

5

Top

Fix

Bottom

Weak

6

Top

Fix

Bottom

Strong

7

Top

Fix

Top

Strong

Level 7 is only used when paper width is 250 mm. For details about the media tension setting, refer to Setting the tension according to the paper type and thickness (weight).