TM 11-7025-210-10
Table 3-1. Troubleshooting -- Continued
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Step 3.
If printer is plugged in and powered ON, but will not run,
Tell your supervisor.
2. MOTOR WILL NOT RUN.
Step 1 Check if MOTOR ON is ON.
Push MOTOR ON button.
Step 2. Check if top cover is fully closed.
Close top cover.
Step 3. Check if out of paper.
Load paper.
Step 4. Check if RUN/LOAD lever is in R position.
Set to R position.
Step 5.If motor still does not run, tell your supervisor.
3. PRINTS LIGHT ON ALL CHARACTERS.
Step 1. Check if ribbon moves.
If ribbon does not move, check, adjust ribbon (para 3-4).
Step 2. Check if re-inker is in place.
If not, install re-inker (para 3-6).
Step 3.Check ink supply in re-inker.
If empty, install new ribbon cartridge and re-inker (para 3-5).
Step 4. If ribbon moves and re-inker is in place, check if ribbon-is frayed and worn.
If it is, replace the ribbon cartridge with a new one (para 3-5).
Step 5. If printer still prints light, tell your supervisor.
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