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Selecting a Place for the Printer
The main consideration in selecting a good location for the printer is
placing the printer close enough to your computer for
the
cable to reach.
Also remember the following:
Plug the printer into a grounded outlet, and do not use an adapter
plug. Make sure the power switch on the printer’s left side is off
before plugging in
the
printer.
Avoid using electrical outlets
that
are controlled by wall switches.
Accidentally turning off a switch
can
wipe out valuable information
in your computer’s memory and disrupt printing.
Avoid using
an
outlet on the same circuit breaker with any large
electrical machines or appliances. These can cause disruptive power
fluctuations.
Keep your printer and computer away from base units for cordless
telephones.
Protect the printer from direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, and
dust. Make sure that it is not close to a heater or other heat source.
If you are going to use
the
tractor unit and continuous-feed paper, clear
enough space around the printer so that the paper has an unobstructed
path into and out of the printer. There are three common methods of
arranging a printer and continuous-feed paper:
Using a printer stand with the paper stacked behind it. (Because of
the
cable, it is usually best for the paper that feeds into
the
printer to
be stacked somewhat behind the printer instead of directly beneath
it.)
Putting
the
printer on a desk or table and stacking
the
paper behind
the printer.
Using a desk or table as a stand, with the printer near the back edge
and the paper on
the
floor or on a shelf.
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